How The MMA GOAT Battled Muay Thai's Fiercest Champion

What would happen if perhaps the greatest mixed martial artist of all time fought the most ferocious Muay Thai fighter of his era under Muay Thai rules, and then the next round, under MMA rules? This question would be answered in full when living legend Demetrious Mighty Mouse Johnson faced off against the Muay Thai phenom Rodtang Jitmaungnon.
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[@EmperorNathofficial]

Reminds me of this documentary that breaks down 190 martial arts into 15 core fundamentals kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGnXaHmnrtuWeqs

[@unyantun8047]

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[@Spartan-ri8xj]

Actually,Fedor Emelianenko is the absolute GOAT MMA fighter.

[@anthonybrogan390]

So cool to see great sportsmanship and mutual respect. So rare.

[@kermvideos8506]

Way to mispronounce Rodtang name the entire video 😂😤 It's pronounced Ro-taang not fucking Rod tang clan or whatever you were saying

[@brianrutherfield9233]

The fact he didn’t tap and would rather go to sleep says so much about that guy.. absolute legend!

[@Jake-cy7to]

He really is a fucking tank, so tought

[@carlosescuderogorrity3157]

i was thinking the same thing ! savage!!

[@kyzertv8443]

​@@tepasaswey1239McGregor is a fighter for sure but he's more of an entertainer than a warrior

[@stephenshw2262]

Rodtang is absolutely nuts to just take the choke!!

[@carllazarraga2858]

Rodang and khabib should hang out

[@kajeralocse]

That kneel and pray at the end then DJ embraced his younger opponent warms my heart. The respect they showed is beautiful beyond words. Rod even raised DJ's hand again. Love both these guys.

[@RandyDaGamer]

Indeed

[@blessed2338]

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[@swooooop]

nah mightymouse is too weak too rise to rodtangs level so he jumps on his back

[@chasegoolsby9465]

That ref was terrible that fight

[@doublec1758]

These guys are two shining examples of what martial arts should be: Fierce, committed, and flat out dangerous in the cage, but genuinely great people and sportsmen outside the cage. These are two great men.

[@SyvilMedia]

Their sportsmanship gives me chills. I miss training like this. I legit miss training with fighters who loved beating each other for the simple reason to improve each other. Not that ego shit. Please continue this.

[@practice4617]

💯

[@jasonfedder1657]

I agree! Conor McGregor ruined the UFC!

[@adlplayzzz1517]

@@jasonfedder1657 ruined? 💀 I agree that his ego his massive but he actually made UFC whatever it is today. Without Conor, the UFC fame would've never been the same.

[@MajinBuusni]

​@@jasonfedder1657so your little monkey brain thinks jon jones or nate diaz or whoever were these sportsmanlike gentlemen?

[@randomdude2377]

@@jasonfedder1657nah he made it better

[@ekids.bassment]

Man, I spontaneously teared up when they showed respect at the end of the game.. This is how it should be done. Well done Mighty Mouse :)

[@davidjeong2756]

U must cry alot. Save ur tears for when it really needs

[@calholli]

It's not a game. Also, you can get your Testosterone checked for pretty cheap. Crying easily and being overly emotional are signs of low T.. It's actually an epidemic with our modern diet. Go get it checked

[@humanbean3]

you could also say that the state our society is in is to blame for the guy tearing up when seeing mutual respect like this. we are so used to people being such self absorbed brats that seeing something that should be normal gives people feelings they aren't used to dealing with. also he said he "teared up", he didn't say he cried. @@calholli

[@AmirShafeek]

​@@davidjeong2756 clown number 1

[@AmirShafeek]

​@@calholliclown number 2

[@NickelCityPixels]

It's tough watching fights like this where you want to see both fighters win.

[@TheModernMartialArtist]

That's like a third of all the big fights for me honestly. In some ways it makes it more enjoyable but in others way less haha

[@sidhu139]

NickelCityPixels why do you want to see both fighters win? What do either of them mean to you? Do you think you mean anything to either of them? Why do you care about people who don't even know that you exist?

[@saveriotozzi9141]

​@@sidhu139 touch grass dude 💀

[@ihavetubes]

Double ko would be the best outcome

[@DanDaFreakinMan]

​@@sidhu139 find some compassion, dude. If everyone on the planet thinks like you we'd be in a cruel world.

[@mchop_]

Tremendous amount of respect on both sides. That's the sportsmanship we love to see

[@Thjr13enGhost]

the same reason why DJ was exodused from UFC: too much respect and no trashy attitude

[@johnanon658]

Hear hear, op

[@inquity6]

Damn straight put a big smile on my face seeing the after fight respect between the fighters.

[@stevethea5250]

WHAT STYLE WAS GOING TO BE ROUND 3 AND 4?

[@omfghaxpixel8091]

@@Thjr13enGhost yup, and we saw it once again with francis, shame

[@twistnthrottle8993]

Both highly skilled. Both masters of their craft. Both fierce opponents. Both have respect. Love the love they showed each other. They both are true role models in the sport.

[@Jayofteror]

Johnson admitted in an interview that had he stood with Rodtang any longer he would have gotten knocked out. You can see DJ holding on for dear life and shooting take downs to avoid getting knocked out. Good fight. Much respect to both champions.

[@MiggsMultiple]

Do you remember where you saw the interview?

[@jacobsaunders1092]

Yea blah blah blah, dj just showed he cpuld hit rodtang and when he could grapple, rodtang couldn't even touch him

[@MiggsMultiple]

@@jacobsaunders1092 But then Rodtang does an Ngannou. Goes off and learns some basic take down defense, returns and wins with strikes as the fight most likely stays up.

[@jacobsaunders1092]

@@MiggsMultiple it would take years to get too a level to defend against DJ, ngannou was one dimensional, but had been doing MMA for years by that point, obviously it could happen, but this was really a novelty

[@MiggsMultiple]

@@jacobsaunders1092 It wouldn't take years at all. Thr fact the overwhelming majority of victories in MMA are by knock-out speaks volumes. If grappling etc was the be all and end all we'd see it much more often.

[@josemeneses5173]

I think the Mighty Mouse breakdown is a must now, even today he doesn’t get the love he deserves

[@TheModernMartialArtist]

Looks like that's going to happen!

[@GeneralKitten]

@@TheModernMartialArtist yes absolutely please. the more i learn of him the more i want to know

[@dazzlebot8116]

@@GeneralKitten DJ is the best pound for pound fighter. I’m mad Dana white screwed him over

[@josemeneses5173]

@@TheModernMartialArtist you have no idea how happy this makes me

[@josemeneses5173]

@@dazzlebot8116 number one is a toss up between him a volk IMO

[@manteiv]

On a serious note: I've always thought Rodtang would've been a beast at boxing. He's got really good fundamentals and his hands speed and power is really something you don't see that often coming from Muay Thai fighters. I love how he mixes in his combinations, deadly.

[@TheModernMartialArtist]

Yeah his wide "sloppy" shots wouldn't even be much of an issue because he kind of chooses when to throw those and when to throw with "better" form. He also has really really great head movement when he does choose to use it. He'd have to change up his style for sure but not as much as most people would think.

[@markzuckerberg1544]

A lot of true Thai guys boxing are really good, just a lot of good Thai fighters aren’t in major organizations.

[@sol5879]

@@markzuckerberg1544 well would be a shame if they were

[@ChiefTJBallout]

@@___Anakin.Skywalker Samart must be an outlier huh?

[@freddykay1645]

Boxing is more of a hit and not get hit. Muay thai is more of who can withstand the most blows. So no. Roadtang wld find it hard to fight a moving opponent. And he be in disadvantage if clinching without be able to use his knee and elbow.

[@thedmdidit9842]

As entertaining as trash talk and feuds and rivalry's are. Competitors like this are the ones people love forever. Nothing but respect and skill from start to finish.

[@nannesoar]

After seeing the type of person he is, and the way he carries himself. You can see how much respect is in Rodtangs bow 3:10 I think mighty mouse is one of the only people that can actually genuinely psychologically handle being the best in the world 🧠 being genuinely humble is so key.

[@user-ib9jm1ml6k]

& his timing..ducking his punch & ready/returns counter punch on time!

[@MitchJohnson0110]

Despite this fight ending up exactly how we all thought it would, I was pretty impressed with Rodtang. This was his first pro MMA experience and he went against one of the best fighters of all time. All things considered his defense wasn't terrible and with a lot of practice I think he'd do great in MMA

[@xyaeiounn]

It'd take a truckload of money to lure Muay Thai greats away to MMA, there's a lot of national pride involved that MMA has only cash to bargain with.

[@stupidthings1000]

Yeah, as expected the only way to take him down is by grappling, can't beat him in a striking fight.

[@stupidthings1000]

@@shawnpatrick1877 You just described yourself for the first half of your comment. I'm just saying my opinion and here you are crying because probably you can't deny it.

[@litoculus4459]

@@stupidthings1000 DJ specializes in grappling, Rodtang specializes in striking so of course it was going to turn out that way. Even Rodtang felt the urgency to finish the match before it switched to mma

[@finnmacmanus5723]

@@stupidthings1000 so you’re saying DJ is the more complete fighter?

[@Kirkrrr]

This was probably the most tense "freak show" fight I've ever watched. Seeing how the hunter became the hunted from the first to the second round was incredible. Excellent analysis as always, much thanks!

[@godhallelujahgaming7947]

The amount of respect they showed each other almost made me cry

[@johnconnor2402]

Great breakdown and analysis, I'm so happy I found your channel. DJ might be the most underrated fighter of this generation. Not many people can walk into the ring with Rodtang and come out looking like that.

[@nickmoller2293]

agree, for me DJ is the GOAT

[@RanadiTagilala]

Yeah for head locks .head locks for life cheat.ban

[@SCheco3]

Demetrious's move to ONE is a gift to true fight fans where we can see how disciplines play out against each other. MMA practitioners at their peak are truly marvels to watch. This is one of the best fight breakdowns I have ever had the pleasure to learn from. Thank you.

[@MrLeiduowen]

Totally agree! He's a GOAT, on par with Anderson Silva, Jon Jones and Israel Adesanya, yet Dana White never gave him the respect he deserved.

[@ARG0T]

@@MrLeiduowen Jizzrael will never be a GOAT

[@jaysonthespasian2563]

The level of Fight IQ, ingrained, so deep in both fighter's, is insane. The exchanges you broke down had me pausing the video several times to watch more closely, slowly and understand what just happened. Man, I loved watching this fight and will keep coming back to it again and again.

[@goldenpony822]

So insane how a mind that's trained for a few weeks or month can take a few seconds to process each "step" while these guys take 3-4 "steps" each second of contact.

[@m4heshd]

I love them both so much that seeing one of them getting finished/defeated was so heartbreaking to watch. But man, as Triple C once said, *"DJ is a once-in-a-lifetime special athlete".*

[@PRAFETIK]

Some of the best fight commentary on KZbin. You earned this sub!

[@jonpro9637]

"How dare you kick me that hard?!" lmaooooo Demetrious is a savage and a great sport. Incredible content, like something out of Tekken.

[@ThePencilpants69]

Muay Thai guys really train their kicks; they are all hard.

[@DragonHeart613]

Demetrious Johnson is the most sadly underappreciated fighter of all-time. Dana White had zero idea what he had even with all of the masterful performances that Mighty Mouse gave the MMA world. Sad we may never get Johnson-Cejudo 3.

[@ARG0T]

​@@weaponxXxbrasil Yeah, lol. UFC hasn't been legitimate for a while; the fighting is still legit, but other than that? It's pretty much WWE lol

[@titojefe330]

@@weaponxXxbrasil Ultimate Entertainment Fighting Championship. UEFC. I fixed it :]

[@de20]

​@@ARG0Tufc is no longer about fighting, it's purely a show business now. Unfortunately one of the reasons DJ didn't get the popularity he deserved was because he was light. And for some reason the west is just unable to appreciate smaller weight classes. Now that he's in one, he's not only getting paid better, but also being recognised better. Ufc is a joke.

[@dmoneytho2550]

Prolly cuz dj black but doesn’t act like a cocky nigga… we only like promoting those ones and seeing them getting knocked out

[@larrylanpad8056]

The mutual respect at the end was more emotional than the whole fight… mad love for both beast. Good vicious artistry ❤️.

[@greenmarine5]

Both of these young men are legends in their own time. Excellent video thank you for putting this together for us.

[@S4BRETOOTH]

One thing to notice. Both of these guys have legendary skills, and both of them are pretty humble. They are a point of reference for sportsmanship, discipline, and respect for everybody, not just sports fans.

[@noelcurtis5439]

100% agree 😉👍🏼

[@Rammsteinfanboy2]

I've always said that DJ's striking was extremely underrated. His awareness in all ranges is incredible and even against a life long MT fighter like Rodtang he found multiple opportunities to land shots, counter, and tie him up.

[@Ty-oe4dr]

yeah he lost the round but engaged with rodtang and kept it competitive

[@ceezy585]

what a awesome fight I mean really

[@bAEtman.]

@@Ty-oe4dr he lost the round because it was a Muay Thai round. If it was MMA DJ would've finished him in 1st round

[@swooooop]

he didnt strike he jumped on his back. rodtangs striking was much better in this fight

[@BarrackObamna]

⁠@@bAEtman.yes, that’s exactly what the video showed. Rod won the Muay Thai round, then within one round of mma rules he got submitted. You’re saying nothing useful here. Perception at 0%

[@Tradewins4cash]

2 bad-ass dudes giving each other well-deserved and much-earned respect. The absolute highest respect to both!

[@trulyhuman6227]

Wow man. This is actually a great breakdown. One of the best fights in a long time. The respect also top notch. Great video all around thanks.

[@luismarcialvergaradiaz5363]

I remember when they traded Mighty Mouse for Ben askren. But if that didnt happen i guess this legendary battle wouldn't had happened

[@kombatcamera]

i believe to his day askren took a check to give masvidal that highlight (who the UFC immediately used to sell multiple PPVs afterward) specially after he took the logan paul bag

[@KY_100]

UFC fans aren't really MMA fans and more just fans of big men...

[@Pt_Lacky]

ONE Championship suits him far more since he isn’t a shit talker, plus, the lower weight classes at ONE are stacked.

[@Robin-dx5gq]

@@KY_100 ehh, it's hard to determine how much was the western audience not caring as much about smaller fighters, and how much of it is due to the weaker pool of fighters at his weight-class in the ufc and the west more broadly.

[@milesfargo5714]

They traded cause mighty mouse was beating everyone no one could beat him in his weight class they had to get rid of him or he'd be champ of that weight class forever.

[@grumpycat9065]

The respect between these two fighters is what I love about the sport. True representatives of the sport of MMA and Muay Thai.

[@remyhavoc4463]

I also love how their fighting styles and attitudes are so different but they both know they're just two people who really love fighting and martial arts

[@anorginalname805]

Trash fighters

[@markm.4122]

That was awesome thank you for sharing this fight.

[@Stulker1369]

The Respect they showed for eachother is heart warming Amazing

[@scottydees2748]

The moment at the end is what it’s all about. It’s an amazing feeling to sit and talk with someone that you have just battled. Both men are true warriors. Respect.

[@jaketrovillion6159]

So hyped that you're doing more MMA content.

[@theshonuff8956]

True sportsmanship from two LEGENDARY FIGHTERS! RESPECT!

[@lilsdafranchise]

Your analysis breakdown of the fight gave me goosebumps!

[@jackhandma1011]

DJ is truly a well rounded fighter. To be able to hold his own against Rodtang in round 1 is very impressive.

[@whodis5444]

A beautiful fight between some of the most skilled fighters on the planet. And the respect they have for one another brought a tear to my eye. People are really sleeping on one championship. They have some amazing fighters and an actually respectful atmosphere. UFC is just full of so much pointless drama these days. I love MMA so much. Ever since I started, I've been exposed to so many different cultures, and it's just so cool to see people who come from such different backgrounds test their skill against one another, then come together after the fight. One of the best feelings I've ever experienced for sure.

[@speedTurtle]

God tier analysis, I subscribed immediately. Great matchup. I've seen some of Rodtang's work, he's a warrior. I missed Mighty Mouse's MMA run in the states but obviously his reputation precedes him. This matchup of disciplines was a real treat for the combat sports world.

[@kootnygreen]

Wow. Epic fight. Excellent breakdown, commentary, editing. 👍👊

[@justiceforall3973]

The amount of respect shown to one another is AMAZING! This is combat sports at its finest! When you are not scared to fight your opponent at their skill, win, lose or draw that is respect! This is why these guys are respected champions and warriors….

[@-Kailinn-]

You can clearly see how absolutely masterful they both are. Mighty Mouse is really incredible, love watching his fights.

[@celenial6009]

Ngl these nicknames be so goofy

[@justinsnow3979]

What a great fight, thanks for the breakdown man!

[@stefanschleps8758]

Love this channel. Thanks for the breakdown.

[@FatherFirst]

That definitely is something that makes One incredible. The idea of a mixed match with 2 of the greatest to ever do their respective arts is such an amazing idea. I hope they do many more of these.

[@arvelyt2188]

DJ wasn’t the goat he is yo there but the goat title is Jon Jones. That man is crazy he’s a legit psychopath he would of tour that muy Thai fighter limb for limb

[@FatherFirst]

@arvelyt2188 DJ is 125-135 lbs. The Muay Thai fighter is the same. Jon Jones is 265. I agree that Jon Jones is the GOAT. But I didn't say DJ was the GOAT in my comment. I said he is one of the greatest to ever do it. And that's just the facts. DJ is a top 10 mixed martial artist of all time. And he is the greatest to ever do it at his weight class. Also this comment is 6 months old and has to do with the mixed style combat. Which i still feel is an incredible idea. What do you think of the mixed style match? I definitely like the idea of seeing more of those in the future.

[@jetl3327]

Incredibly detailed breakdown once again. As always fantastic work and it is much appreciated. Thank you! 🙏🏽

[@ArtCreatesitself]

Thanks man best breakdowns of anything I've seen here

[@SimonSchatten]

Wooow what an excellent Video!!! Thank you for this 🙏

[@FightSceneFilmSchool]

This is a brilliant breakdown of just how insanely high level and nuanced that fight was.

[@martinarreguy2984]

It is grand to see two champion exchange respect even after winning and losing, true men of the sport.

[@charlesstitchwong3124]

Thank you SO MUCH for such a wonderful breakdown!!

[@thatfezguy8330]

So happy to see you breaking down MMA content! would love to see a style breakdown of Jose Aldo or a fight breakdown of Jones vs Gustaffson 1

[@baokhong6036]

Your breakdown was incredible. Made me appreciate the skill level of these guys. These are not just in the moment reactions but precise weapons deployed at appropriate time in perfect manner - again and again and . . . until it's all one perfect move after another. The slightly less perfect wins.

[@chrisdavidson8525]

DJ has some of the best clinchwork in MMA. That first round was crazy intense! Pair of legends

[@Mo-ix4ov]

Excellent summary of the fight! well done

[@flxsemi653]

What's better to see than an exhilarating fight is the mutual respect both fighters show to each other after a well-fought bout.

[@themaninblack8271]

Johnson is a proper legend, winning a fight like that while the first round is against your favour just further shows his immense skill set and determination

[@Mousevengeance]

Greatest martial artist of all-time

[@thelegacyofgaming2928]

The GOAT

[@TheKamiBunny]

Somehow i missed this upload when it happened... i was excited aboit your analysis of this fight. I watched it then watched the post fight interviews and Might Mouse's strategy after encountering Rodtang shows a lot about the psychology of fighting.

[@maticmezan967]

So much respect from both and to both. Love it

[@smeagle3295]

The sportsmanship at the end of the match was really nice. You don’t see stuff like that often enough nowadays.

[@sanjayseebaran2201]

The mma content is so good please do more

[@chrisrowe6340]

Such beautiful respect, those guys are legends of personality

[@birdflu6312]

Thank you for 🔦 on this EPIC match. IMO, ONE has a gold mine of material that has yet to be broken down by western media. They are by far the best mma promotion in the world rn. UFC fighters wouldn't/couldn't stand a chance over there. The competition level isn't even close.. ONE | Lumpinee is absolutely insane. And it's FREE on youtube- Every Friday morning LIVE! !

[@Mixu.]

I only know some grappling from my younger years, and the technicals of boxing which I've largely learned from you, but even so this was so far the easiest to understand breakdown of mma/m-t/kb that I've seen from you so far. Can't wait to learn more so I have another sport I can understand and appreciate

[@oneandahalfdreams]

Great respect to the respectful fighters and to you, the pleasure-to-follow commentator.

[@ParrotMan01276]

This video is gold! I love watching DJ work. Rodtang is a joy to watch too. I would love to see how you break down Jose Aldo...though I know that the fear of the copystrikes is still real. That's why the GSP video had to go. :(

[@Tenchigumi]

I've said before that sometimes high-level exchanges between elite fighters can look like wild flailing to the untrained eye, but man all the exchanges here seem pretty evidently high-level regardless of how savvy you are with martial art nuances.

[@NOTNICE24]

That was a great analysis as much as it was a great fight! Well done Sir!

[@realkingvalley]

Hey man , you executed this video great. Thank you .

[@nazif3784]

Top level sportsmanship ,…great respect 🫡 to both champs.

[@thatlonelygiraffeinc.6989]

Why does DJ never get included in goat convos?

[@remyhavoc4463]

He does But not by casuals Goats like GSP always include him in the top 5 greats Even Joe Rogan includes him and he makes so many bad takes People who don't include him are generally people like Dana White, who has Ronda Rousey in his top 5 💀

[@thatlonelygiraffeinc.6989]

@@remyhavoc4463 I'd say ronda is for sure top 5 women tbf tho

[@haroldcruz8550]

Maybe because there are better fighters who are much more dominant than him?

[@jamesayudan]

i've heard him a lot in goat convos

[@southpoundham]

I love the way they show respect to each other. True martial artists

[@brahtrumpwonbigly7309]

This breakdown was as amazing as this fight. riveting. I just can't get over how cool this is.

[@aubreyknight7563]

This was an amazing fight to watch.

[@hugoboncar]

It's so heartwarming seeing two fighters show each other so much respect at the end of the fight. They keep the fighting for the fight and only respect and congratulations after. It's beautiful and what we need to see more of in sports

[@MrWarmach]

it fills my heart with the joy of an old warrior , seeing that true, honest, honest men still exist

[@ianstevens8295]

Great sportsmanship and lovely to see 2 great fighters doing what they love.👍

[@anu1776]

lmfao that thumbail straight fire

[@petemarqdadon]

Great fight and analysis

[@shaunb93291]

Awesome to see such amazing athletes showcase their talents, and the respect given

[@IccyTheOne]

One of the best two round fights ever.

[@filipcesnjak2944]

One of the best fights in martial arts history.

[@loltom3703]

These twos skill is so insane and bluntly apparent. What a show.

[@maraisdekker2415]

Perfectly timed slomos and snapshots 🤙🏾

[@WH-hi5ew]

Great to see the mutual appreciation and sportsmanship from both at the end! Great fighters the pair of them!

[@osvaldocruz87]

The beauty of martial arts!

[@slicer-ld9ho]

this fight was a treat, just 2 powerhouses in their fields going all out, beautiful to see

[@skillzv]

I got chills watching these two masters go at it. I was rooting for whoever wins💯🔥🔥🔥

[@Juel92]

I liked this fight but the result was obvious imo. Rodtang didn't really put people out in the first round and you need at least a year of hardcore wrestling/grappling training to even have a chance to survive the second round (and that's assuming they have very good grappling talent, I would say more years for people who don't) against someone like DJ.

[@myhistorycorner]

High respect to these 2 great warriors. What an awesome display of talent and sportsmanship.

[@TheNewb187]

dude the level of skill of both men are so impeccable I cant begin to describe anything that I just seen, but I fully appreciate mighty mouse and his heart the man is hands down the best mixed martial artist ive ever seen PERIOD pound for pound.

[@shakazulu5246]

I like how you beautifully explained everything..it is hard to follow if you are just a fan, that is why good explanation is esential, moves, technique and all that...

[@unwashedhands2087]

When I saw that there was only 2 minutes left in the video and the 2nd round analysis just started, I knew DJ was about to put Rodtang to bed. Rodtang's a trooper for trying to fight until he literally couldn't though

[@chillinwithd743]

Much respect for not tapping out. It truly shows Rodtangs essence as a warrior. Hats off to both competitors

[@params8448]

What a fight... N hats off for both... True sprit n Lots of respect for each other

[@icey516]

Damn they both so skilled, this was a pleasure to watch from beginning to end, and the end was the best part with both being humble

[@DrJonesPHD62]

I hope this doesn't preclude you from breaking down some UFC fights/fighters. I'd love to see your take on the four kings of MMA violence (Chandler, Alvarez, Gaethje, Poirier) and their classic wars, just as an example.

[@infiniterer287]

Didn't all those guys end up getting beat up? 🤔

[@dooby1445]

@@infiniterer287 Most fighters get beat up eventually. You would more than often than most with stupid ass comments like that

[@infiniterer287]

@@dooby1445 Yeah most fighters do but you don't get to call yourself a "king" afterwards 🤣

[@asmoothcriminal4822]

@@infiniterer287 how many losses do the four kings have again? how about manny pacquiao or ali? this funny thing tends to happen when the best actually fight the best, no one remains undefeated (unless their name is jon jones)

[@infiniterer287]

@@asmoothcriminal4822 or Khabib, or Mayweather, since we're apparently talking boxing now...

[@andrelane37]

That was a great narrative. Thanks & Liked👍

[@smedlap8789]

That was cool. I really like both of those guys. Top-notch! Great video : )