Jiri Prochazka Gets Deep On UFC 300 Arena Visits Before Fight, Samurai Life | The MMA Hour

[@ketzk]

All my homies love Jiri Prochazka.

[@mattsetoki2304]

I like jiri…

[@CeBme]

Guess that makes me a homie!!

[@rodrigorodrigues2820]

He's the man

[@TmBeast17]

based homies fr

[@svdagoat7972]

Yeah BS you guys are just riding the wave mma fans are so fairweather love you today hate you tomorrow

[@EloyGabriel_]

Here for Jiri's spiritual talk. His English is coming along

[@Counter-Intuitive]

I think he's spiritual, not religious.

[@pancakedragon_21sanchez97]

@@Counter-Intuitiveevery entrance he prays to who I don’t know but he does the cross symbol on his chest

[@CCC.1271]

@@Counter-Intuitivewho cares? No matter what religion he is we riding with Jiri for life

[@shrekonion7032]

He makes the cross symbol every fight

[@felipemachado963]

jiri so goddamn underrated, he has so much to talk about... get him on JRE rn!!

[@blackomega4061]

Him and Joe talking about DMT would be great lmao

[@janglos5673]

Are you sure?

[@jaydrose6292]

yes!

[@evanlarsen9885]

He’s not underrated lmao everyone loves him

[@BadBoy_604]

As a Canadian, in my 25 years of following MMA, I have never seen such an exciting, interesting, fascinating and likeable fighter as Jiri. I am excited to see his career progress and feel honoured everytime we get to see him fight or hear him speak .👊⚔

[@pabsswede8740]

As a Canadian, he gives me GSP vibes . (obviously not quite) but a GSP starter kit at least.

[@marekprochazka1284]

Great to hear! I'm a Canadian/Czech with the same surname as Jiři, and actually know a few of the same people as him. He's become an absolute legend and role model in the Czech Republic, and I couldn't be happier about it.

[@SillyOzzy]

Couldn’t agree more! Absolutely love this guy! He will be champ again 🔥

[@Pia-ho9dm]

@@SillyOzzy I truly think so

[@BadBoy_604]

@Makula-px8fr Jiri's defense has to improve because Alex's power is deadly. But Jiri fought well in their fight and he won the first round. I think Jiri can give him a good fight in a rematch.

[@monkeytrip]

Im Japanese and Jiri's more samurai than anybody I know. RESPECT 🙏 Osssss

[@SeanLives]

If you were Japanese you'd say Osu

[@martinasrna1108]

Jiri has taken 10 years of my life with that fkn style of his. Since Rizin I’m dying by heart attack everytime he fights and since he started in the UFC its gettin worse bc fights are harder and fighters are better. His title fight with Glover had nearly made me die.

[@thegreatone129]

I can relate to you bro. same here !

[@the.santos.lives.]

Yellin at the tv😂

[@zrusit9640]

Yeah, I only noticed Procházka when he went into UFC and I'm rather glad. Watchin his fights live is stressing.

[@PyRo-zm3lk]

Watching that fight last week made me lose my voice before the main card shi was immaculate

[@borisp9163]

Bro 😭 its literaly life lesson to calm down before his fight, to depersonalise and just watch it 🤦🏻‍♂️😅 I’ve never experienced this in any sports ever, I actually never watched sports except NBA Michael Jordans era… I am always pumped for Jiřís fight like kid infront of christmas evening 😂

[@gramanhfolcwald1597]

“Every fight is a mirror of my life” incredible quote from Jiri

[@dieselmalone944]

jiri is such wonderful guy and fighter

[@kjws0809]

Jiri is the true fighter, wat a savage tanking all the shots and finishing rakic in second rd😮

[@theironforce3000]

Bushido ! Great interview . He's committed and remains following the path of mastery. In every interview he essentially retells the same responses. So I know he speaks of conviction and integrity. A man of virtue who fights not for monetary means, but legacy and the art of the craft. This is his third post fight interview where he states that the money isn't important nor was the bonus. However he's grateful that he did receive it. Very glad that he got the W on Saturday. Inching him closer back to the throne. ✊⚡⚔️

[@seanvik]

I'm British but I lived in Czech for 5 years. I started out rooting for Jiri just cos he's Czech, but now I root for him because I like him as a fighter and a person

[@doposud]

5 years ? Can i ask you how is your Czech language ? do you struggle even after 5 years ? or you can understand everything ? i just want to know how difficult it is for foreing person

[@seanvik]

@@doposud Nemluvim Cesky! I had to say that a lot in Prague ha. My Czech was ok better than most of my English speaking friends but I've forgotten a lot as it's been 5 years since I came back to the UK. It's a very difficult language to learn for native English speakers for sure

[@benharry8324]

@@seanvik No worries, lot of Czech people dont know Czech language either :D

[@MainCardMinute]

Jiri the people’s champ

[@rorifree]

"Every fight is the mirror of my life" 🙏💪 #respect #rolemodel #samurai #therealchamion

[@deathbeforedishonor1931]

Jiri is right we all need something to live for and a code. Life is extremely fulfilling once you’ve found theses on an individual level.

[@Kingkoofy]

Jiri's a warrior

[@christopherayers4871]

Jiri is The Last Viking Samurai

[@mark.jas0n]

First and Last lol

[@a_ya5555]

I'd say european samurai

[@MichaelSilverMedia]

“It’s not about the money, it’s about the performance.” A true samurai 🥋

[@crazypato3752]

I wouldn't mind healthy Jiri vs Alex Pereira next. Jiri Prochazka a real one 💯

[@marekthethrone]

Yeaah

[@franlovelsimic8421]

Nah, not until Jiri starts checking leg kicks. Otherwise he'll be TKO'd even sooner.

[@DynastyIcon]

Alex isn't a good matchup for Jiri.. only ppl who are beating Alex are ppl that can match him with the striking (Izzy) or someone who will wrestle him.. guys who are mainly stand up fighters aren't beating Alex, he's to skilled of a striker

[@ivanlawrrence2353]

Not necessarily he was dominating Alex on the ground. If he can finish him on the ground by capitalizing it's game over

[@ThealltimeX]

@@DynastyIconJiri was winning the whole fight until that Marc Goddard stoppage…

[@Imhim247]

Jiri just awesome!

[@jirikral1794]

Jiri is prochazking the samurai way of life. Get it? 😏

[@borisp9163]

Procházka in warrior path 👍🏼🫡🙏🏼

[@TheOakenwulf]

This is the way.

[@OCDadal]

"Every fight is a mirror of your life." - beautiful quote, made me think of Conor

[@konstantinkalashnikov8123]

*The last samurai!*

[@TruthScrotum]

Saying that I love this guy is an understatement. Insane amounts of wisdom from his words, and a ridiculously fun fighting style. Annnnndddd hes wearing a supreme shirt?!?👀

[@konflict1231]

i've been watching Jiri do interviews for a few years now, and his english really is coming together. I used to not even be able to listen to an interview with how bad he tripped over words, but he's doing so well now

[@GuerillaCatty73]

I love this renaissance of Jiri Prochazka. He called the campaign going back to his roots, and what he's had to say, about learning, building, rebuilding, that you could see it in his fight, you also saw when it slipped, towards the end, straight back in boxing range, but leaving that gap for his opponent as he's looking for the finishing shot... I'm very impressed that he is pushing past what got him to this point. So many guys can't break free from what got them to the top, can't break free from what has worked and will always work, as their secrets are pried open and their mystery evaporates, even as they feel the same drive and hunger. Jiri's studies, he said they got him finding his purpose, a path, and the tools to achieve them... those studies sound like they will/are perfect for the new path he has set for himself and the humility and insight it requires. Too focused on the target, didn't play more. It didn't look too lightly, lightly on the broadcast. He just had to wait out Aleksander's initial assault and subsequent hopelessness as he saw he wasn't breaking through. His foot took major damage from those kicks, too. Jiri's focus was tangible, you could feel it, not just see it. A big cat starting the chase and not blinking until dinner has been delivered. So Jiri is looking for more tactical patience? Not a bad idea, but aside from using his powerful jab more, it's a beautiful thing - and introducing the short, powerful shot, so the opponent doesn't have that gap to make their own shots, or feint him - the only meaningful moment for Aleks was when he got that fist/arm/elbow across Jiri's face, and it was set up with a great feint jab, followed immediately with a real jab, then the cross and it outfoxed Jiri - is using his hands as a more immediate, natural guard. Head movement can have him putting himself right in front of Pereira's left hook, level change can be read. The well drilled opponent will fire off something in those moments. The warrior hair has been put away, now urban man hair. Jiri's hair and beard have hit a really fine moment, he looks really good, evoking every kind of warrior of every clan or tribe or kingdom. Bestest wifi with his warrior hair, bestest energy and power. And a flat car battery? Jiri had better not agree to fight in two weeks, even if it's for the belt. Go read something and process that victory. Wipe = vibe.

[@MB-sh3dz]

What a legend

[@mohamadrizal6165]

I think he is the most humble ufc fighters. Pereira elbow him at the back of the head, marc goddard just give him an early stoppage, we know his win against reyes, glover and rakic are comeback after sufferring. But he doesnt want to complain. This is why he is a true MARTIAL ARTIST. Jiri fans from indonesia

[@e3k701]

"It's not about money, it's about the performance, and the money will come with performance." A true warrior

[@darksoldier7917]

Iam so proud Jiri 🇨🇿🇨🇿🇨🇿

[@rafyWolo]

How do you not love Jiri… what a great guy and a true warrior!

[@Avetarx]

Jiri comes with a positive vibes and he's a likable person, but in a cage he's an absolute warrior.

[@gabagoolovahere5869]

Absolute murderer

[@Pia-ho9dm]

wow, I've never heard him be this insightful. His English is getting better.

[@swavyhighlights2770]

My favorite fighter

[@RABBIT-EDC]

Jiri is a legend. He trys so hard to speak English. And to find the correct words to say. If he keeps fighting like he did this last fight. Watch out Poaton Jiri the samurai is coming for you

[@iJustReact-v5e]

Victory !!!! 🇨🇿!!! Lets go !!! Gratulace Jirko !

[@Squid969]

Most entertaining fighter in UFC!

[@CaptainCassidy]

He was winning that first round with Pereira, considering he only fully trained for about a week as he was on antibiotics with staph infection, I believe he can win the remach. In any case, it would be great fight to watch.

[@bigvsouthphilly2156]

Jiri is incredible! He will get his belt back very soon!

[@gabrielhuereca2504]

Man I love Jiri

[@adequatequality]

Jiri is one of the few fighters that takes his time to think and give insighful answers. Obviously English is not his first language, but he's got a great way of articulating what he's thinking

[@alcottdevalte7440]

Gotta appreciate Jiri for always being nice, humble, polite and down to earth of a person in general. Don't understand why people are afraid to approach him in public; it's ridicilious... And shame on the UFC for not putting him on the main card.

[@doposud]

they could fix their mistake by giving him tittle shot which i hope he gets , but we have to wait and see

[@CCC.1271]

Probably because that fan lives in the heart of Vegas which is a scary place . Jiri is like a lion I wouldn’t approach him during his pre fight rituals either.. get you spinning elbowed like Dominick Reyes

[@Karatetedtunesreverbnation]

If you want to understand jiri’s idea of finding his path or his bushido code, also known as karate-do , watch the old series from the late 70,s called…”kung fu,the series”. David carradine was the star. The character in this series, is so close to jiri, it’s as if he is “Cain “ the shaolin priest who roams the wild Wild West, looking for his purpose…and kicking ass from time to time!

[@marianolarocca-ionique5027]

what a man and warrior! got to love him

[@cwhall5430]

SALUTE TO THE SAMURAI 💪💪💪 JIRI is top of the list when it comes to favorite Mixed Martial Artists. Congratulations on your Victory. You are the most excellent SAMURAI WARRIOR. Godspeed in your Title Conquest.

[@ZeeDog27]

Poor Jiri. I thought the first fight was stopped early, but Alex's KO headkick in UFC 303 was nasty.

[@gonzo3915]

I like this Fighter, very modest and very good at his job, combined with his unorthodox style makes a tough fight for many.

[@JanaSimly_me]

Ariel, thank U. Jiří is such a great person.

[@xxfrank12]

The fact people criticize Jiri saying he isn't a real samurai is ridiculous. This man's samurai spirit is undeniable and should be unquestionable. I became a fan after the Volkan fight and will be a fan for life. Also, his english has improved so much!

[@mrmartian92]

How can you not like this guy. Jiri is cool as hell

[@babayaga6615]

Jiri comes across as a guy that would stop his car to help a little old granny cross the road. I hope he gets his belt back.

[@GuerillaCatty73]

So Jiri is looking for more tactical patience? Not a bad idea, but aside from using his powerful jab more, it's a beautiful thing - and introducing the short, powerful shot, so the opponent doesn't have that gap to make their own shots, or feint him - the only meaningful moment for Aleks was when he got that fist/arm/elbow across Jiri's face, and it was set up with a great feint jab, followed immediately with a real jab, then the cross and it outfoxed Jiri - is using his hands as a more immediate, natural guard. Head movement can have him putting himself right in front of Pereira's left hook, level change can be read. The well drilled opponent will fire off something in those moments. The warrior hair has been put away, now urban man hair. Jiri's hair and beard have hit a really fine moment, he looks really good, evoking every kind of warrior of every clan or tribe or kingdom. Bestest wifi with his warrior hair, bestest energy and power. And a flat car battery? Jiri had better not agree to fight in two weeks, even if it's for the belt. Go read something and process that victory. Wipe = vibe.Jiri's studies, he said they got him finding his purpose, a path, and the tools to achieve them... those studies sound like they will/are perfect for the new path he has set for himself and the humility and insight it requires.

[@AT-qu2bz]

Win or lose still a fookin legend

[@julessprod7875]

Jiri the the GOAT in every way.

[@Vopiman]

Huge inspiration

[@NBKDoku]

Jiri chillin in his hood

[@rodrigorodrigues2820]

Jiri x Hill should be next, it will be an amazing fight, can't wait to see Jiri back in the octagon

[@IsenathiDyantyi]

Jiri 🙏🏿🇨🇿 next! Jiri 🇨🇿 vs 🇺🇲 Hill

[@fabriziogarreta7400]

Currently my fav fighter in ufc

[@AllBlackAirpods]

12:06 bro said, stop trying to spill the sauce Ariel damn

[@dunnoewatzgood]

Jiri is a boss much respect too him

[@IbnMakir]

Everyone knows Jiri is a beast watching him before the UFC he can do everything, strike, on the back for 10 minutes and still pulling it of. Jiri is for me the most exciting fighter to watch. Iron chin. Goddard...next time watch what you're doing.

[@pynskhemborlyngdoh2316]

Jiri Prochazka "The Great".

[@AdamDobes-uj2ys]

Jiří best Fighting in ufc!!! Cz win

[@TimbobmiT]

I believe it's more his mindset that wins him fights, not skills, he's a special type of fighter

[@doposud]

Mindset surely helps , but you won't defeat your opponents with only a mindset.

[@besmart2350]

@@doposudConor said fighting is 100% mental

[@doposud]

​@@besmart2350 So there is no physical part of fighting ? Mentality is a big part but it's not 100% more like 70%.... If you want to get philosophical advice about fighting , best thing you can do is watch Cus D'amato. Connor was great at using that mental aspect in trashtalking and getting into opponents head no doubt about that. but he still proved his skills in a cage .... I have no doubt that being mentaly strong helps you win the fights , but it's not the only thing that wins the fights.

[@EgoCZ]

@@besmart2350 It's as important. If you have the best mindset in the world, you will never win anyway if you can't fight and gas out in 15 seconds. On the other hand, you can be the best fighter on the planet and you'll never win if you crumble under pressure and give up.

[@borisp9163]

Agree, its his spirit, he is incredibly tough, for example against Pereira he was out for split second but his body never stoped, you can watch it, first he said he was out and its ok stoppage, he said it out of humbleness, it was almost automatical as he didnt want to make excuses on the place, but later he said he was able to continue, and he was able to survive and even twist it, but he didnt say it out of excuse, just made statement.. and he was after sickness in that fight, there are no many people that can understand the mindset needed for something like this. He is also kind of warrior that need to feel oponents power, he need it to wake up that killer instinct in him, to bring him completely into flow.

[@vch8491]

protect him at all costs...

[@poppess90]

i love that you let him speak even if its not the ckeanest english. Big ups too you ariel

[@charlesselby3559]

LHW NEEDS! jiri.

[@ondrasekcz482]

My favorite fighter forsen

[@zachlovescats95]

Him and Rakic had the best fight at UFC 300

[@bigvsouthphilly2156]

Love jiri!

[@84jordie]

In anime, Jiri talks like that Master who hides in the jungles, only appears like 1 or 2 episodes per season, but demolishes everything when present.

[@gutsglory3625]

He is like Kuroki Gensai from Kengan Ashura

[@84jordie]

@@gutsglory3625 Yes, or like Hiko Seijuro from Samurai X. Both same traits like Jiri 😄😄.

[@Kane-ez]

What a beast 💪

[@uncleslash]

He is a good person. Win or lose

[@davidpokorny558]

Jiri is a true champ //\\

[@itzChillPill]

This guy is something! 🤣

[@freyasworld5024]

Jiri 💪

[@alisoyupak2730]

His English has improved alot

[@Kaniala-l7s]

What Jiri is seeking is not found in the UFC and fighting, but in practicing dharma, but when a man loves his suffering and Ego, then he remains bound to samsara.

[@dobronxoliveira262]

As a guy who is studying Hinduism it’s one of the reasons he is my favourite fighter

[@borisp9163]

Its kind of pradox, for Example Musashi after defeating his last oponent Sasaki Kojiro never fought again, he wrote book, draw Art, he found out through mastery of sword, or art of fight the truth of peace, on contrary there are many individuals following “right path” that never found truth, its biggest pradox of life.

[@jirihutecka9020]

Hill says " I want Jiri" LOL Who gives a f*uck what Hill wants. He is not in position to pick opponents. He will be lucky if they give him Rakic. Jiri will go ideally with Pereira or if Pereira wants to do super fight in heavyweight. Jiri can go with Ankalaev and who wins should go with the Champ...

[@gutsglory3625]

Jiri vs ankalaev is doable if pereira wants to move up in heavyweight. It would be a great war.

[@doposud]

@@gutsglory3625 HW is stacked with fighters that generate PPV and there is line for that tittle already .... LHW biggiest cash cow is Alex , from business point of view idk if Dana wants it ....

[@semlapa9864]

imagine Jiri joins WWE after his mma years, that will be dope, Hunter (HHH) would sign he up right away

[@jakubklofac3927]

this will not happen tho it may look interesting (especialy for US funbase). It unfortunatelly does not corelate with Jiri and what his goals are. From what ive heard from him in (czech or english), his main focus is on fighting now and then he would like to share what he knows to the others. So more likely he will be coaching people and share what helped him in cage and in life as well.

[@Tvyoutubeacc]

Shades of Tony Ferguson. Hope he starts to fight smarter!

[@MainCardMinute]

Jiri the gost

[@MichaelImo]

I wanna see Jiri vs Alex

[@geshlam2008]

This guys a fricken Samaurai!!!

[@vgn_wrld3413]

love this dude, also have the same shirt as him but mine says "supreme vegan"

[@davidlebeda8118]

Give him rematch!!! Brazil 301

[@brexarevalo]

🐐

[@Brucelee-pv6uf]

Jiri English is likeeeee veryy sprirtual

[@GuerillaCatty73]

These guys need to employ the Betadine. Provedine iodine. The brown stuff they drown your skin in before surgery. Anti bacterial, anti viral, anti fungal. The MIC chlorhexidine, nope, nope, nope. Any nicks, cuts, scrapes whilst training... squeeze it, aggravate it, make it bleed if you can, then go hard with the Betadine. Keep doing every few hours if necessary, including the opening up so the Betadine can get into it.

[@bauerpower83]

I still think jiri got robbed on the alex fight. Such a early stoppage. That needs to be redone

[@vorjay]

robbed is a bit of strong word. the guy was on his back getting repeatedly elbowed in the face until he couldn't defend himself.

[@doposud]

i wouldn't say robbed but considering Jiri's durability ref could let it go for few more seconds to see the result of that brawl....

[@tasnemecek5575]

elbows ilegal.jiri rook him down and want to fight more

[@vorjay]

​@@tasnemecek5575 elbows aren't illegal in UFC. you must be trolling.

[@RedRumble14]

where is this video if him outsdie arena??

[@koi8999]

im coming

[@raymondstephens4653]

It's really tough not to like this guy & it's ever harder not to like his fighting style. I don't care what he wants to call himself. The dude wants to be a samurai. I'm not going to tell him no.

[@GamesWithBrainz]

I like jiri a lot but ankaleav deserves the next shot and a lot of fans have been waiting for him to fight hill since they were going to before their injuries

[@electronicpower1826]

I see it same way. Ankalaev deserves that title shot really bad. I think Jiří x Hill And pereira x ankalaev makes sense

[@Hajdyyyyy]

Jiří deserves it more. Even when he gave up the belt after the injury. The UFC owes him. Even Dana said it was early stoppage.

[@radovanbucko9165]

Bro i Wouldn't say Anakalaev deserves title shot, like for what? he didnt't event bear any fither from top 5. And His last 3 fights: draw- Jan took his leg after 2 rounds, what would perreira do? NC- no cooment and win over Walker who is not highest level material. He needs to beat someone from top 5.

[@f4ust85]

@@radovanbucko9165 He should fight Hill, the timing is perfect.

[@fangru7294]

How does Ankalaev deserve title shot is beyond me. In his last six fight he went to 3 decisions with people outside of top5, one draw with number 4th and one win over number 7th and one over number 10th. In what world does that deserve title shot?

[@fna5360]

After fight not before?

[@kevinsada9997]

He will catch Pierra in a perfect storm

[@Ptouro58]

Prochazka was decisively winning the entire Pereira fight until he got too close and obviously got hit with the left hook from H E double hockey sticks. If you disagree with me go back and watch it. I think Prochazka has a shot if they gave him the rematch. I think he earned it

[@davequag2795]

I honestly dont understand wtf hes trying to say 40% of the time. But i still watch and listen when he speaks cause hes a bad ass! Lol

[@mickeymomighty5660]

Ariel's questions require complex answers and Jiri's English is not so good yet.

[@805Ronin]

Jiri 👊🏽