UFC 232: Ryan Hall Says BJ Penn's Knee 'Popped Pretty Good' in Heel Hook - MMA Fighting

After his big win at UFC 232, Ryan Hall discusses submitting BJ Penn, his heel hook skills, his infrequent fighters in the UFC, why he believes fighters have turned down fights with him, what he wants next and more.
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[@danielbennett4234]

This guy is a class act. Knowledgeable and humble in winning. I love this vibe.

[@moralcompass3252]

He seems to be an honorable, classy guy who simply wants to compete and not be a trash talking wanna be celebrity douche bag. He'll never get any where in the UFC with that attitude.

[@wesj1064]

Maybe the announcers or commentary booth...

[@khalidalshammari6309]

Moral Compass Kevin lee, Conor McGregor, chael sonnen would beg to differ 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@nomoremrniceguy368]

Well said

[@lloydchristmas4547]

"He'll never get any where in the UFC with that attitude." This is the reason why I stopped buying UFC PPVs. If they ever changed the way the treat their fighters who don't act like disrespectful thugs, and also actually respect their own ranking system, then I'd be happy to buy their events again.

[@johnsullivan1138]

haha you got that right. too bad

[@tokyocoates]

Ryan Hall, putting respect, modesty and art, back into mixed martial arts.

[@nomoremrniceguy368]

Yeah, he'll be dropped soon.

[@marky147]

Classy guy. Hope he has a great 2019, and gets some good fights.

[@devonAFC]

Very humble, great guy showing respect 👍

[@YA-rz4qs]

Ryan Hall hasn’t fought in 2 years because no one will sign to fight. he is amazing at what he does

[@MrRandomTwat]

He is the one who is not accepting fights. UFC has contractual obligations to offer fighters fights and Ryan has said himself that he was the one turning down the fights because he was wanting someone higher ranked and BJ was the first one that made sense because of name value. Which makes no sense since lets be honest, he did not deserve anyone ranked.

[@bobfranklin2121]

@Eduardo Flores probably because he is amazing and when he fights can produce interesting endings like this one. UFC like to brag that they have the greatest fighters so keeping him on is in their best interest.

[@_GandalfTheGrey_]

He should be the champion instead of being acoided

[@casxadw]

UFC just signed Kron Gracie, who wants to see Kron and Ryan fight?

[@brandonderks6466]

Nobody wants to see 2 men making love with each other on the ground.

[@casxadw]

@@brandonderks6466 if what ryan hall did to bj's knee is love, i dont wanna know what your dad or uncle did to u when u were a child

[@brandonderks6466]

@@casxadw triggered😆

[@USER-qs9od]

hell yeah

[@KK-wn9gy]

@@brandonderks6466 stop watching MMA then loser

[@wreckim]

Ryan Hall exposes why the majority of us MMA fans suck. We love the BS talk, the calling out, the yelling, the threats, the insults....and that makes BS fights be worth more money than pure skill, and it makes it hard for a guy with Legit ammo to get a fight since all anybody seems to care about that's in charge of the sport is the short term PPV buys. Hopefully we'll see Hall soon in 2019....awesome dude.

[@Ironclad6661]

Yes Max vs Ortega 300k PPV and Conor vs ANYONE 1.5-2 million+ PPV not really fair to the rest of the fighters. Too bad more aren't buying PPVs

[@claudes.whitacre1241]

Agree completely.

[@orangeiceice12]

So his TKD blackbelt friend is why he's got kicks. His own brain is why he's got jujitsu and mma success. Now all he needs is a friend who happens to have an olympic medal in boxing.

[@mericanbadass5299]

omega how about wrestling and g & p ? 🧐

[@BasketballPhenoms2]

I’m sure he probably just prefers to manage distance with kicks. Boxing is too close range for his style

[@8ballrocco731]

Ryan hall is awesome fighter, nice win, slick, who wants some, Zabit, whats up

[@basick86]

He aint ready for that

[@jeremyclinkson6329]

Artem might kill him!!!

[@andrejpetrovic8240]

@@jeremyclinkson6329 GOAT is the goat :,,,,)

[@Cocaina98Mundial]

john doe yeah, they wouldn't license that fight. Artem might kill him AND zabit together. You'd need 3 guys minimum at once to take on Artem. It's crazy how humble Artem is.. letting all these guys beat him. ThTs a true martial artist and a lesson to be learned there. Winning is not important

[@cathalking5391]

Sign me up for dat!!!

[@Austin-gb1cq]

3:08 "There's the primacy/recency thing". Quoting Edward Thordike's Principles of Learning. Very awesome.

[@Groucho26]

High IQ and High Class. A great ambassador for the sport.

[@chadwhite1198]

This young man comes across as a very respectful competitor. Thank you, Ryan, for being a good example to the upcoming generation.

[@dlysekt]

Guy is all class, there's a video online of him subduing a drunken idiot at a restaurant and he is insanely calm throughout.

[@cattalkbmx]

Much respect, one of my favorite fighters and styles to watch.

[@d0npian0]

Totally down to earth. I wish more fighters were like this - too many have ridiculous ego problems

[@Mallus01]

Ryan Hall can go far in the division

[@28johncena]

He's casuals worst nightmare

[@honestlee9921]

Can go*

[@lootsmcgoots436]

He can but he won’t because they’re not setting up fights correctly for him

[@agg7226]

One aspect can only get you so far, look at Damian maia these days

[@ruthless2835]

Bj Penn vs Francis Ngannou

[@charlesbell5500]

That's not even fair. Poor Ngannou would get PTSD after BJ's done with him!

[@greystorm3296]

Francis would kill him lol

[@auson8088]

BJ vs Rousey?

[@pauldavis5665]

Bj Penn vs. Paige VanZant would be more competitive.

[@renatolaranja52]

Remember when BJ fought Machida ? BJ fears no-one.

[@foolsplay5880]

What a dignified, humble young man. I just became a fan of yours, Ryan Hall. Many could learn a lesson in humility from you. Congratulations on the big victory, but more importantly, Congratulations on the birth of your son. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year !!

[@israelvandiford7368]

Really awesome to see a fighter that genuinely speaks from the heart!

[@PowerfulFupa]

I remember when everyone hated him like 6 years ago. Saying hes boring and cant talk on the mic blah blah.. but I look in the comments and people like this guy. I'm glad how the game has evolved people are starting to like the respectful martial artist again but also like a guy that's good on the mic and can sell fights.

[@thersten]

Most UFC fans are the scum of the Earth

[@LiterallyRiggtarded]

Powerful Fupa How isn’t he good on the mic

[@PowerfulFupa]

@@LiterallyRiggtarded did you watch the video ? "So you just beat BJ Penn how do you feel" ... "good"

[@PowerfulFupa]

@@LiterallyRiggtarded 'that's pretty cool" ... "thanks"

[@LiterallyRiggtarded]

Powerful Fupa Idk when look at the interview as a whole he was fine, pretty bland but in a good way

[@jonnyplasma4321]

Guy is top class!! So much skill on the ground and so much more exciting than a slugfest. Glad he got performance bonus 🤙

[@Jeebus0143]

What a great human being. Wish this guy the best

[@irishmancheckinin6540]

This is the first time Ive ever heard this guy speak. Amazing first impression. This guy is different. I liike him. Hope we get to see him again in the octagon soon.

[@devonAFC]

Man when will they let B.J go because I think he’ll never retire

[@bamhamer]

Zeee Live Throw him out already!!!!

[@carter8679]

this dude is a post-fight interview STAR!

[@nixdapogs]

“Ryangle” is such a nice guy. He’s a very technical fighter who I hope would go very far in this sport

[@14angelju]

Man this guy is the real MVP, such a humble dude. Definitely got my attention and gained a new fan!

[@kristp05]

get this man more fights. love watching submission specialists with legit finishingskills.

[@Grant-vk6zo]

I like this guy a lot. He is respectful and humble in victory. Amazingly skillful fighter with honorable character.

[@MagnificoCAChannel]

Ryan Hall is that dude! You've gain a new fan in me, "Respect."

[@lordburlap4514]

Love this guy.....whip smart in AND outside of the Octagon....

[@alexmacaulay4494]

Well spoken, intelligent, respectful - so refreshing!

[@cl-audio322]

I've always liked this dude since I first watched him on TUF. Wish he could fight more.

[@mattlandry]

Man this guys ground game is insane! I know people get mad at his performances like vs Maynard but trying to pull guard is the same as a takedown attempt imo.

[@EDeeire]

Became an instant fan from his TUF stint. Definitely the scariest nerd in MMA 🤙🏽✌🏽

[@spingarn]

Love this guy. JRE needs him on the podcast.

[@eddyballester8990]

Much respect Ryan. You’re the real deal.

[@anakenryzenabad529]

BJ Penn chasing Artem The GOAT Lobov's record LOL

[@jasoncarson1043]

That is the next fight for galactic supremacy

[@davidcraig7771]

@@jasoncarson1043 you just took nerd to the next level.

[@tiltbackchamper8449]

i ded

[@ibexdnb2879]

😂🤣

[@shepdgc.og.soldier7732]

At least you can actually make a case for BJ being “A” GOAT... of his time like anyone else.Trust me there will soon be someone else that comes along that is twice as good as Bones DC or any other considered GOAT...Excluding 14-15..lol. Hope everyone has a happy 2019.✌️

[@kaisersozay2217]

wow! how do you not like ryan hall. super talented, humble, funny. awesome. big fan. JON JONES: TAKE NOTE!

[@andreaaiazzi4501]

Ryan is the best, this interview shows how nice this man is.

[@SolDrivn]

What a phenomenal attitude and perspective

[@KidxSnap]

He whoops tourettes' ass, you can tell he has a tick but controls it very well. Doesn't interrupts his speech at all.

[@michaelnuss2051]

so nice to see a UFC fighter so Humble and respectful it's a great change

[@kentuckyblugrass]

Very well spoken. That Heel Hook was nasty 😱 Excellent precision.

[@batfink274]

Man really is a wizard. really enjoy listening to you talk and watching you fight, you're a class act no doubt. Respect.

[@aaronwood8110]

BJ Penn vs CM Punk. Make it happen Dana.

[@Commander167]

Aaron Wood BJ Penn should retire for his own sake. He is finished.

[@damnson6556]

I love this guy. I didn’t really like him on TUF but since his fight vs Gray he’s become one of the ppl I look forward to seeing the most

[@lucillem2639]

This guy is super classy. Humble champion.

[@jonocornish8550]

Love this guy

[@h8stupidppl]

Its always nice to see fighters respecting true ethics of martial art. This man is all class, love it.

[@dwaynetempest3433]

That was a great win ,good for you Ryan .keep the faith!

[@pvlapa]

This dude upped my jiujitsu game. He should do a vid series of jiujitsu for mma.

[@oakleyfightclub8049]

Love RH, he’s a true martial artist & a class act. The UFC needs more guys like this. I hope he becomes a champion.

[@xcoolthefoolx]

Been a fan of The Wizard since his TUF run! Wish we could see more of him!

[@NefariousPorpoise]

We love you, Blinky. Representing BJJ with class. As usual.

[@BNTministries]

He is such a humble and respectful guy

[@Makeorbreakmedia]

Haven't seen this guy fight before but enjoyed the fight and he seems like a great guy!

[@787Martin]

Man, i wish we could see more of ryan hall in the ufc. He is really polite, smart and honest. Ufc nowadays is more of a bar brawl with trash talkers. Ryans style and moves are just stunning, not giving him fights is a miss for the ufc

[@lisheltonanderson8645]

I've been watching Ryan before his dvd 50/50 came out I think it's time to step up in competition, Damien Maia did it.

[@tonytorres1624]

Amazing technique,I admire this guy.

[@williamswilliams8164]

I’ll support this guy if he’s in the card Hopefully we see more of him High level bjj And completely calm throughout New fan

[@XoXo475]

An absolute star in the making. A damn shame so many fighters won’t go near him cause he’s that frickin talented

[@MrSnapy1]

Such a good guy huge fan hope he gets some fights soon!!

[@danfosmire4343]

Dude is smart!!!! Can't wait to see him again and i bet i talk for a lot of people saying that

[@liljrock81]

What a stud! I am totally impressed on how he handles his business.

[@christaggart5687]

Give me more Ryan hall fights!!!

[@AmateurSuperFan]

Ryan vs Ortega lets go

[@charlesbell5500]

Ryan's BJJ is 10 times better than Ortega's.

[@AmateurSuperFan]

@@charlesbell5500 this is mma tho, not gonna lie I'd love to see that bjj match

[@jeremyclinkson6329]

Thats a good fight!!!

[@kostas666lelapas3]

Still Ortegas standup way too good for Hall.but id watch

[@kingme1034]

I would rather see them roll than fight

[@justinbouillon1548]

Ryan Hall is awesome. Hope he makes a big splash in the UFC

[@aivesdonald1052]

Ryan hall already in hall of fame wit this finishing

[@countrycorner9337]

This guy is the man

[@justinromine4338]

Very nice job. This dude is money. ✊👊

[@secretAZNman_]

Ryan Hall is such a good dude - I hope he gets more fights..

[@MJ-js1be]

Gonna totally follow this guy, awesome performance. But I'm questioning that chin

[@2013_Shox]

Momo Look at his BJJ , that's where he shines.

[@jeremyclinkson6329]

Hank thought he had a weak chin.

[@claudes.whitacre1241]

A class act, and a formidable fighter. A martial artist first, a fighter second.

[@bendoinnothin6076]

I’ve come to like this kid.. crazy skills.

[@Keith_Mikell]

He seems like a kid who got his balloon popped at first and in the octagon interview, but then he killed the interview. What a great guy! Pay him 50k performance bonus just for this interview. Love his realist persona.

[@jonasaikin7616]

Ryan Hall is such a humble guy

[@willievanderlaan7441]

this guy is so humble

[@robertjacobsen3742]

Class act this guy. Legit jiujitsu guy in his own right.

[@michaelnuss2051]

Give us more of him @ufc

[@aunttelly]

Love this guy! True martial artist. You can tell Firas has influenced him

[@mispallai]

Nice,humble guy!!!i became a fan of him

[@ebones7125]

Pretty stoked to see him fight again. Too bad all his fights are short and long waits in between. Call out Zabit! Can't wait for 2023 to see him fight again.

[@chickenmcpoopy112]

Amazing heel hook... That speed and accuracy. I know you won tuf but i think this is your big break. Great guy and great martial artist

[@jayhayden9838]

really good fighter and gives a really good press conference.

[@xxboogie-man96xx2]

I started watching blinky on TUF and thought he was a solid fighter. Glad to see him get a good win

[@danishviking1111]

Classy guy for sure. More like him in UFC. But what an epic comment at 3:53 xD

[@alphaaqib]

He's a very humble guy

[@shepdgc.og.soldier7732]

I hope Ryan Hall sticks around and finds some opponents that want to get broken.Very likable person.Often people with perceived disabilities are stronger mentally and more self confident because of the crap they had to overcome....and more dangerous in Ryan’s case.

[@ENGAGEIND]

Hall is a tough matchup for most lightweights in the division.

[@dandimeglio1359]

I wish Hall and Askren were similar in size.. tbh maybe the size advantage would be down played by the smaller guy being a jiu jitsu player though idk

[@bradley617]

Dan DiMeglio khabib is halls size

[@ddavisgaming]

It's very interesting to see him against anyone in the top 10 in Featherweight. The division is stacked top to bottom in the top 15 and a lot of heavy hitters. Theoretically you'd imagine a guy like Swanson or Stephens would run through Hall, but maybe not.

[@Countavery]

Class act. What a great guy,

[@GENECARP]

I always liked this guy....any chance of Him meeting TCity at a catchweight?

[@spitskrillamobgang9908]

They fight in the same division.

[@GENECARP]

I wasn’t sure, Brian looks a little thicker, that fight must happen....

[@countrycorner9337]

they’re in the same division. he just fought in 155 for this fight

[@spitskrillamobgang9908]

Id like to see him and Zabit. But we all know we need Yair and Zabit before anything lol

[@pauldavis5665]

They both fight at 145, why would it be a catchweight?

[@LiterallyRiggtarded]

I like this guy hope he gets another fight soon

[@Synchr0nix]

a class act, and a true martial artist.

[@NMETSGChan]

Out of all people in MMA and BJJ Ryan Hall is one of my most favorite people. I like that he is very respectful of others and not a stupid fighter.

[@elenchus]

Ryan is such a class act.

[@jampl3689]

Intelligent man