Street Thug to UFC Champ: Leon Edwards

[@PatrickGavia]

Planning to step the game up in 2024. If you wanna support the production and get perks in return, sign up on Patreon! www.patreon.com/patrickgavia PS. Also planning to learn how to pronounce Jamaica properly 😬

[@jakubszrodt]

LFGOOOOO!!! The world is yours bro

[@pokeatrick]

Great Job Patrick 👏🏼 The work and time you put in RESPECT🙏🏽

[@patb00y]

Please brother ... do a film on Francis 🙏🏾 Updated version

[@aureum7479]

Why do your titles and thumbnails change all the time ?

[@Zach-ku6eu]

Wait, Who are you - And why did I subscribe to this?!

[@ChaelSonnenOfficial]

Your video quality is well beyond the norm. Outstanding.

[@TheSkyOnFire]

A comment from the original gangster himself!! 😃

[@scotthaynes6565]

Never lost a round

[@Penuts911]

Merry Christmas Chael

[@Lotfy346]

Never lost a round

[@__The.World.of.Music__]

Chael "the P stands for perfection" Sonnen!

[@SpencerTheBard]

Leon's "LOOK AT ME NOW!" will go down in history as one of the best post fight interviews of all time. So much raw emotion

[@j.a.g.8689]

I think it is the best. There are alot of good ones but nothing that really compares to Leon

[@VishJR07]

@thesaiyanprincevegeta yea all to leon but when i first saw it i was laughing too idk why as well

[@ricardoalklateni122]

It definitely is alongside with khabib's retirement announcement.

[@shaychavez9945]

Omg yup just thinking about that moment and watching this film right here has me in tears. I always loved the dude like he was just I could send something special about him and I knew a little bit of the backstory, but this really puts it into perspective. What a what a deserving champ.

[@Amb910]

I’ll never forget that night, after that fight and speech I literally was so hyped I went to the gym at 3am to train 😂🔥

[@AnatomyofaFighter]

UFC or ESPN needs to hire my guy. The amount of time, effort and detail he puts into these kind of docs is incredible. He isn't filming anything, but his storytelling abilities rival anything I see on TV in sports period. Its unfair to say just MMA for him. He is big time. Patrick skillset goes far beyond MMA. He could do a film on border issues or homelessness and it could win awards. Such a special talent. You will go far in life with this ability my brotha.

[@PatrickGavia]

Made my day bro

[@AnatomyofaFighter]

I will see you on the oscar red carpet one day my guy @@PatrickGavia

[@FKTHESYSTEM063]

Che respect to both of yo. From New Zealand.

[@justinsane1909]

💯

[@gossometric]

Cant wait until you guys get to tear it up on a something like a 30 for 30, it’s going to be epic!

[@RammusTF]

Can't help but get a bit emotional everytime I see that clip of Leon speaking to his mum after winning the belt. Massive respect.

[@sooperd00p]

How's that parasocial relationship going? Are you and Leon going ice skating this weekend or next weekend?

[@RammusTF]

@@sooperd00p you're trying to sound smart but you don't even understand the words you're using. Sad, really.

[@JohnPedder]

@@RammusTF maybe he replied to someone else? Otherwise he’s having a fight within he self lol

[@gi7685]

sooperd00p Get a hug brotha

[@shaggysmokes5193]

Seriously. I’ve always wanted to change my mom’s life, but this story has amplified it to the max and I couldn’t be happier for Leon. Deserves it more than anyone else in the UFC

[@ComplexWork]

This was incredibly emotional. You captured his life perfectly…

[@ahmadzahir7284]

My man usman was 51 seconds away from being an all time great, then goes on a 3 fight losing streak. Did a lap around the entire division. Give usman credit for giving Leon a rematch and not trying to take a big money fight.

[@jonathansalvador5037]

You make it sound like taking an immediately rematch against a guy he was beating in the last fight to take back his title was some kind of difficult decision for Kamaru.

[@Fredhamleclerc]

He is an all time great

[@elivaladez9121]

@@ErinJeanetteUsman? Boring? Broooooooooooooo.

[@noodle_tax]

Usman is already an all time great

[@tiramisutuesday4530]

@@ErinJeanettethe majority of usman’s fights are boring though, you can say the same for leon but either way

[@LeiDavidChen]

From Lovell's "What's wrong with you, son??" to Anik's "But that is not the cloth from which he is cut" to Leon's own "Look at me now! Pound-for-pound, headshot DEAD!" the end of this match had some of the greatest and most emotionally impactful lines in UFC history. ✊🏽

[@BenMarin21]

This is why Leon Edwards has the most aesthetic physique

[@old_retard4118]

Why?

[@mikoake]

Better than Aljo or Chandler?

[@ToddHoward3]

DC has the most aesthetic physique

[@440-fishermandrock8]

Colby bootlickington 0 wins against current ranked welterweights. Ran from all of the top contenders.... shavkat, Gilbert, Belal the racist, khamzat (when he was there) and he couldn't even finish a washed up masvidal. Calls 911 like a woman does. And as boring as Belal, guess what? He has more finishes than colby bootlickington, AND amazingly has a few ranked wins lmfao 🤣 Colby is the most overrated fighter in the welterweight class and this is why

[@Kgopani3101]

​@@mikoake chandler has a bubble gut from HGH, aljo is too tiny

[@futbolusa]

I was never the biggest Leon Edwards fan because I always thought his fights were boring. But seeing his story brought a tear to my eye

[@KiLLaBushWooKiE]

Same as some of Anderson silvas and gsps fights. There so technical more advanced that the fights can look boring. Top guys ain't gettin finished unless make huge mistake or take a clean shot and its very rare.

[@thejaded]

You gotta get out of that mindset for all around fighting bro. Don't be out here calling fights boring when the people inside those cages are fighting for legacy and the belt itself. Yes, some fights are not gonna be action packed like Gaethje v Chandler or Pantoja v Moreno etc. You gotta give these guys their credit, even just fighting in the UFC and getting some wins, is still an incredible achievement. The balls, the guts and determination it takes is too much for the regular people.. Btw this isn't a hate comment, just saying that: Don't underappreciate UFC prospects or any fighter in general

[@jojowee6834]

This is why Leon Edwards will always be my favorite fighter! He fights for more than just himself. hes shows that you your curses in life can truly be your biggest blessings.

[@imloir]

This fight alone can make you feel strong in times of feeling down. It’s full of inspiration. Coach words, Leon’s clean headshot, his octagon interview right after, tears and love to his mom. Even his apology to Joe Rogan makes it beautiful. Them “don’t let ‘em bully you, son!” and “look at me now!” are fucking epic. It will always be legendary. So glad he schooled that cheap ass colby.

[@IllumimatedProductions]

You’re actually the most well rounded documentary maker on KZbin.

[@justinsane1909]

Makes me wanna cry almost everytime hahah

[@raynandmarley9380]

well rounded? bro is flawless

[@plokijuh5830]

This is the kind of content that helps men get through tough times, inspirational

[@urbn8699]

Wow. I legit cried at work watching this. One of the most dangerous unarmed combatants in the world telling his Mother through tears that he achieved his dreams! Fair play, Leon. PS: You too Patrick, great video!

[@justinsane1909]

Haha me too no shame the Usman brought me to tears too

[@ellerytay1485]

Totally gets me emotional every time I hear Jon Anik’s quote and the headkick is unleashed. Perfect finish, what a story thanks Patrick. Another masterclass

[@kse8348]

Another gem from our guy Patrick, been along time since a documentary maker caught the attention of so many🔥🔥🔥

[@justinsane1909]

Well deserved rapid rise

[@ninjaturtleboicactus8240]

Leon is a real life hero. This is the way to show people that there is always a way.

[@jorgeegrojjorge]

Man, what a beautiful documentary. That coach has earned a place among the legends of the ring, the all-time cage. Lyon Edwards' words at the end now make more sense than ever. What a fantastic moment for martial arts this was. Thank you!

[@adriansmajlaj86]

Every patrick Gavia fight film is like an event for me

[@DamnSin]

This man needs an Oscar for all the effort he put into these videos

[@Mrmax1127]

Haha Übertreib lol

[@JohnPedder]

100%, and what I love about this video is that you see a great deal of insight and warmth from the YTuber, and none of it’s conveyed in contrived way. There’s no narrating or blabbering on from someone that loves the sound of their own voice, and Patrick G portrays a sense of “this is who Leon Edward’s is: beyond the Leon the sports start and beyond the framing by UFC”, and the focous is brought back to the ridiculous challenges him and his team has faced and showing Leon from the perspective of a brother, trainer, countryman of 2 different countries and most importantly… as his mother’s son. Just brilliant work in every way.

[@justinsane1909]

For real man guys unbelievable

[@theknightking4379]

Leon's life is one of the most incredible and amazing stories ever.

[@x1g728]

The fact that he has 300k subs is unbelievable. If someone doesn't know about the UFC this is what you should show him. You start off barely knowing the fighter to fully being an invested fan. It starts off showing the fighters take losses in the octagon and in life and then gives an ending (with slo-mo and music) that's more emotional than some movies. The fighters turn into heroes and their mediocre lives turn into an emotional rollercoaster. These are the documentaries I want to watch!

[@Martin_Peter_777]

How Leon does not get the respect he does, is disgraceful, a true life story that is remarkable, much like another english raised champion, Michael Bisping, people need to start putting respect on this new breed of English fighters. I have a feeling Tom Aspinall is going to be the next in line, unbelivable, America had it wrong, it ain't tea and crumpets over there in the real world. Patrick, you captured this mans story perfectly, your content is pure quality.

[@ErinJeanette]

Americans and people in general know England has shit holes just like everywhere else, no one thinks it's just tea and crumpets, it's knifing and bad teeth jokes.

[@cbaileychamp]

Most of britain is bitchmade.

[@DKwildrift]

This shit had me tearing up man. You're the goat for these Fight Films.

[@jonathanbadcat5360]

I cried my eyes out at the end! what a great movie and what a performance by Leon ! my man !

[@antiBOARDom]

This one made me cry at the end, won't even lie. How someone watches this and doesn't root for Leon, is beyond me. Great video as always.

[@cosmoscoach4698]

Leaving your job to do this was the right decision. You have a gift for this, Patrick. I'm looking forward to the next video, and please, keep up the stellar work. ✌

[@Jburn92]

That ending made me cry.

[@gangsterSoup]

Leon gave the best post fight speech ever in recorded time. Knowing now of his past and his struggles, the electrifying moment he connected and we realized Usman was out cold meant everything and time froze. He just said whatever came to mind and gave not only one of the best knockouts ever given the context but the preeminent speech of all time. Amazing.

[@Mahdi_Amine]

This right here is why patrick gavia has the most aesthetic documentaries on youtube

[@PatrickGavia]

😂😂😂

[@RobotsAreDix]

We've all heard this story so many times, but watching this made it literally feel like the first time. Well done man, you're work is 🔥

[@CameronOnYoutube]

Patrick is the A Tier for youtuber documentaties. Just brilliant editing and storytelling

[@biz_23]

every time this guy posts, expect the most fire content, the quality is just unreal man. 🔥

[@Cee3p0]

Met him multiple times he's such a nice and humble guy this couldn't of happened to a better person. Our champ Leon 🤴🏾

[@whssavy]

one of the best mma channels rn for good reason

[@dpcsoup04]

The quality of your videos are unbelievable. Best fight game reporting of all time

[@TheNaz1996]

When his coach Dave spoke to him before the final round began, even though he was talking to Leon his words spoke volumes to anyone who’s selling themselves short. Im only young still but a lot of us as we get older find ourselves wondering “what would have happened if I just committed, or gave it my all?” Dave was speaking to a lot of us watching. Millions of people saw that an all a lot more will still see it as time moves forward.

[@JohnPedder]

Beautifully piece man

[@PatrickGavia]

Thank you so much John 🙌

[@Fredhamleclerc]

​@@PatrickGavia alex periera next

[@drfaisalsalim8445]

Incredibly emotional piece Patrick- Everything from the self narration, music and commentary from those in the UFC was perfectly placed. The UFC need to sign you up

[@Nate_Squared]

Man that LOOK AT ME NOW interview hits different after watching this. Great work.

[@untbam]

Leon is one of the most technical and talented strikers in the UFC. He kicks and punches to land it. Truly a good person and an amazing fighter🙏 Also, Patrick you are the God of Editing

[@Gusherjoose315]

This is my favorite one yet! I got chills man... How can you not root for Rocky...the man is the definition on a fighter with every ounce of the word. LOOK AT HIM NOW!!! thank you for this piece of art Pat. Incredible story telling

[@RLH1987]

Incredibly well done. Thank you for this. 🙏 Man, if you're watching this and you're not near tears at the end then you probably don't have a heart.

[@justinsane1909]

For real tho

[@Iamradthad]

Thanks!

[@PatrickGavia]

Thanks Radthad 🙌 Happy Holidays ;)

[@Kronicangel28]

His post fight interview always brings tears to my eyes for some reason

[@healthyrootsstrongwings538]

What an amazing documentary. Tears in my eyes. Well done

[@calibreeze4461]

Amazing Man...with an incredible life-journey. Congratulations Champion! Much love Leon Edwards.

[@robertm9490]

Man, you do such a good job at spotlighting these athletes. Leon’s story is truly amazing and it brings tears to my eyes when he’s telling his mom that he did it. I told you I would do it mom. Love this so much!!

[@brainswole]

That post interview gave me the chills couldn't be more perfect tbh

[@ryancairns2317]

Beautiful work brother. With each upload you surpass the previous offering. This one brought me to flood's of tears, told Leon's story immaculately, brought attention to his family's plight and overall you delivered his journey to the masses and in the process, done it immense justice. Absolute Perfect! Hope Dana reaches out to you to collaborate with the UFC on their upcoming event at the Las Vegas Sphere. That would blow our collective minds. Happy for all your success, onwards and upwards, you deserve everything that comes your way man, well earned! Been here since your second upload, seen all the hard work, talent, skil and dedication you've put in and just wanted to say that your highly appreciated.

[@OnWaxCandle]

bruh. had me tearing up this is something special. his story is special

[@thepulpfloyd]

Is this doc a masterpiece? A handa pacent.

[@yvngarmz5984]

The climax of your videos is second to none. Chills every time!! Thank you for passionately covering these inspiring stories.

[@justinray6839]

YES PATRICK GAVIA, THE FILMAKING GOAT HAS MADE A LEON DOCUMENTARY! MY LIFE IS MADE

[@NiqueFajors]

Watched it once, cried. Watched it again with my son and his friend and cried again. Thank you for this video. I will subscribe now.

[@p1qt.h4ndl]

Beatifully cut...kudos 🤌🏿

[@TheSkyOnFire]

Just brilliant. Editing and story telling perfection. Birmingham is so proud of you Leon! 😢

[@captainfjs2977]

The ending to this made me cry which I don’t think I’ve ever done before to a KZbin video. Truly amazing work and storytelling my friend

[@thomash7573]

Damn it, Patrick. I’m not crying, you’re crying. You are the GOAT

[@SEEKJustice1234]

This one was the best I've seen yet. The UK has the closest thing to the real Rocky. The true underdog story

[@markminiard9472]

I don’t think I’ve ever yelled louder for a fight than when Leon knocked out usman!!

[@gideon11]

Thanks

[@Pablito46]

Dammit Gavia. You made me cry again.

[@PatrickGavia]

It’s what I do

[@Pablito46]

@@PatrickGavia This one and the Ngannou one broke me. Well done, sir. I look forward to the next one.

[@KoreanMukbang_Jit]

Bruh this made me so emotional. You are a brilliant man Patrick.

[@Junkvid]

This is serious quality man respect

[@jainayo]

It’s crazy how this video didn’t get more views, inspiring, great story telling and editing, bravo now I’m a fan of Edwards

[@AmitKrepel]

I think a jose aldo documentary will be awasome the guy had crazy career and life and after seeing your work i think it will be awasome

[@sergiopaulos5989]

Brother I’ll be honest you are so elite at creating these kinds of videos the emotions and the ups and downs one feels thru this is insane

[@brandon_buildsDIY]

If your weren’t a Leon edwards fan you are now. As a West Indian like him, life is a hole and your just falling. It’s so incredibly difficult to make something of yourself. Leon is a true inspiration.

[@monishmodak777]

Man your videos really make me appreciate fighters..their hardwork and their sacrifices....u really know how to put emotions in the videos...your every video makes me shed tears.... Really appreciate your work and your skill❤❤

[@param_ghotra]

Thanks for this one!

[@AJ.614]

Listening to these during workouts make time go by in a blink of a eye

[@Proxima2]

I can only imagine how Leon and his team must have been feeling in that second fight with Usman, when the altitude was affecting Leon’s performance so bad. He lost round after round and must have thought his chance was over. The rallying cry from his coach and mentor to try and somehow get Leon back from the brink was gut wrenching. It was all but lost as Leon just couldn’t get his body to work properly. But then a miracle happened. A pre thought-out head kick tactic, drilled over countless weeks of training, came to the rescue just when Usman was tiring and thought he had it in the bag. It was an unbelievable moment. We were all stunned. I almost couldn’t believe my own eyes. How Leon and his team must have felt will live forever in my memory and his immortal words “headshot dead”and “look at me now”. And the brilliant thing is he’s now defended the belt twice. It couldn’t happen to a more deserving guy given the terrible luck he had for the last few years. Great documentary. Thank you for creating it. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Honestly, it just goes to show you should never give up trying your best at things. You never know what can happen 🤔

[@NASkeywest]

Wasn’t that their first fight? I thought he knocked out Usman the first fight and second fight he won by decision

[@Proxima2]

@@NASkeywest no he fought Usman a few years ago for the first time. Leon lost. The knockout by leg kick was their second match.

[@NASkeywest]

@@Proxima2 ok, so they have fought 3 times all together right? That first fight was long enough ago that I don’t remember anything from it

[@Proxima2]

@@NASkeywest their first fight was in 2015! A long time ago. So now they have fought each other 3 times in total in the UFC.

[@NASkeywest]

@@Proxima2 yea I remember it was right when the Reebok deal went though as well when they fought.

[@Shingeweh]

I was in tears from the first minute to the last minute. You're the real king of all editors. Oh, and btw congrats on getting a comment from the real OG of ufc chael sonen! God bless!

[@raheamfrazier6322]

I was hoping you would do this. 🙏🏾 can’t wait.

[@K0NQER]

It's cool seeing the gym you trained at on a documentary.

[@IamAnAmerican.]

Patrick deserves to be running big movie studios! This dude is the goat!

[@kevinarca]

As always @patrickgavia, a masterful representation of a powerful journey! Thank you for what you do!

[@United_Wings]

Absolute legend

[@yilmazzzz9044]

i have said it before and i will say it again. i cannot believe the quality of the videos that you make. honestly it is better than alot of the mma content that has hunderds of thousands of dollars of budget. i thank you again for yet another instant classic and a masterpiece, i am looking forward to the next video like always. much love

[@saiko1443]

certified banger

[@JonathanWilliams256]

That’s not tears, just dust in my eyes. Absolutely brilliant video.

[@SugaSeanUFC]

incredible

[@mcren4653]

Yooooo suga 😂

[@ICantLetYouGetClose312]

Well done. I was tearing up by the end, thanks for this.

[@lukegammage3329]

A masterpiece 🔥

[@vigorDante]

Thank you, Patrick, for this amazing Christmas present

[@45BRush]

Cant even lie.. The end made me tear up a bit.

[@axelaberg1529]

This channel is just so ridiculously good and this video is a masterpiece, tears in my eyes in the end. Partick Gavia you are a blessing

[@buildingpickleball]

Man. The last 3 minutes. And throughout, the way you captured his side of the story that most people didn’t know. This one and Francis were my favorite. Amazing stories, battles with life.

[@JoshuaTraffanstedt]

I dont see how one can't root for and be a fan of Leon Edwards. Incredible ambition, drive for success, and determination. Very few of us have that, so you must respect the ones that do.

[@RockfromPhilly]

Agreed 💯

[@Wasifaurko]

Leon's mom was the real hero here.

[@FlipPonders]

Bruv I’m a big UFC fan and I just stumbled upon your videos and they are elite man, perfectly edited in a emotional and impactful way to tell these stories

[@RealJesseONFIRE]

If anyone can verify through extensive research that Leon’s father is in fact in heaven as we all hope…it’s Patrick.

[@wjbt3]

Bryce Mitchell's soul just came back from heaven. He said they told him the Earth isn't flat

[@kse8348]

Leon's dad is wherever his family believes he is👍

[@jacobd545]

This came on my feed right after he lost😂

[@aliabbasshah7857]

Wow! Every single video of yours is a masterpiece. Hollywood would be envious of how you string a narrative.

[@GOSUmartialarts]

This is a true lover of MMA. not a hater

[@mpeters99]

This may genuinely be the best sports documentary I’ve ever seen. Absolutely incredible

[@Drakes2Fly313]

Pat you’ve absolutely astounded me once again youtube needs to give you a bigger platform your work is consistently and undoubtedly amazing keep it going!!! only way is up 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@idkok1949]

I love the way you go into all the intricacies in your documentaries. You’re truly one of a kind my friend been here since the first video.