Jack Slack's Ringcraft: A Study In Conor McGregor

[@LHudsonARTLIFTS]

I could watch analysis like this all day

[@True_Judah]

sameee

[@theoknight2612]

I do

[@nmisoo]

I dont think i'll find a better breakdown of conor's fighting style than this one. Thanks! and keep up the good work.

[@nolanpendergast1083]

This is such a great studying tool, you have no idea how much I use this, please continue to do analytic videos like this, you're amazing at it!!👊🏼👌🏼

[@zashkata]

I am so happy Jack Slack is finally producing quality videos. Keep em coming!

[@dereknueveuno]

I think guys mess up training for Conor thinking he's a boxer, or they bring in a taekwondo guys to mimic him but it fails to give the proper looks. He's made his own style and all components meld together seamlessly, the boxing using the karate movement/teakwondo stance and movement with a touch of capoeira at times makes him a handful, everything centered around the left hand shot

[@AikiNickAMV2]

God damn it, these videos are so good! Make them weekly, please!

[@14ricki]

+Nika Zardiashvili Read his articles, if you can read british of course.

[@AikiNickAMV2]

King Leonidis Yes I can and I've been reading them non-stop these days :D

[@drawwithchris]

Awesome breakdown!

[@WildcatSama]

For anyone wondering, the song at 4:00 is PVD - Get It Together (Instrumental)

[@GetSchanked]

I'm just waiting for McGregor to land one of those wheel kicks.

[@aequoanimo7150]

Still waiting

[@JohnLang708]

i mean he hurt brandao with one

[@vincentleviangelomagbojos5241]

Still waiting...

[@alialtinel2960]

it's there to force the opponent to circle left not to land

[@vinceventura4453]

@@alialtinel2960 he doesn’t understand what a hurdling technique is and that Conor does it to force them into a choke point where they can only circle out to the left where he wants them so he can throw across his body n be completely safe to over extend as much as he wants till he reaches the chin to turn it around .

[@o0mrrobot0o26]

another excellent video as always.

[@Oexciting]

This has helped my striking so much, I've always been decent but having some analytics behind this; has really made my game so much better.

[@bakedcrystal915]

You still training?

[@Oexciting]

@@bakedcrystal915 definitely

[@bilalsyed5310]

reminds you that there's more to mcgregor than just hype and talk

[@mpforeverunlimited]

The others were deleted 😭😭😭 I've watched those videos a million times, I should've downloaded them

[@mistahac]

Mcgregor is the Irish Bruce Lee

[@AntonioMontana_7.5]

No no where near him. But he does kind of the same personality and could work to be close to him

[@ksharky888]

there are definitely some crossovers

[@briansull50]

Any top person in the ufc could beat bruce lee. Just take him down

[@ksharky888]

Brian Sull bruce actually had ground game believe it or not

[@nicholassmith3228]

Bruce Lee worked on grappling with Gene LeBell.

[@ZeBigBang]

It's true and something you simply cannot deny; he is a damn good fighter

[@EveningEcho89]

Great video, McGregor went back to his counter-attacking days for the Aldo fight. First luring him in, taking a half step back and then cracking him with the left.

[@tariqxl]

In TKD your taught to raise the knee in preparation for all kicks, side, turning, thrust, hinge even crescent. With a slightly out of reach opponent, I could get enough forward momentum from bring my knee up, hinge kicking, slide forward perhaps a 1/3ft and bringing down an axe kick. Apart from spinning kicks the only one that springs to mind that doesn't start from a raised knee is a hook kick. You may think it telegraphs attacks but from a raised knee you don't know where and how I'm going to kick. You may think its slow but ok block my side kick, I'll throw a few more without having to put my foot down and lift it again. Maybe one or two will be feigned, I've slipped boxers guards by feigning leg kicks.

[@lavon9879]

Yo this analysis is some of the best I've seen. Glad I subscribed

[@matrix31003]

very nice work brother. i like it a lot when someone understands what they are seeing.

[@adamsbeclosing]

I love fight breakdowns. This one showed how simple techniques when mastered make entertaining champs. Conner knows his fight recipe put together by his coaches is a win win

[@therupoe]

Jack, I know it was said last time too but I'd love a breakdown of Aldo as well. I know these aren't easy to produce but it would be great to see the differences in their technique. Great video as always!

[@chriscross9505]

Been waiting for this. McG is an evolving fighter, it will be interesting to see if he brings anything new against Aldo.

[@mentalglitch9603]

Did he?

[@smartinez08]

more of these ringcraft videos!

[@collins2509]

We'll help you change your video's bum life.

[@BryanOSheaComedy]

+Collin Smith hahahaah

[@LucianPrimeOneMillion]

+Collin Smith This made me LMFAO

[@PowersBenzoCoaching]

+Collin Smith LOL

[@KuBaYa87]

+Collin Smith That was the best comment of all time! LOOOL

[@Karma7711]

+Collin Smith I don't get it?

[@MrTravis346]

Awesome video

[@gianluca5638]

this channel doesnt upload videos anymore? shame 'cause it is one of the best

[@jahildebrandt]

Gotta say man, I love your videos. The analyses are on point and it's a fresh perspective into the world of technical fighting.

[@dennisedmond4646]

to beat Conor u have to use good hard feints and duck and roll your head under his left and shoot for a double, also change up your cadence every time u reset. u have to counter him, none are easy to do but can be done with good timing

[@chevahp]

GSP ;)

[@erickromero1736]

Dennis Edmond and how do u know this?

[@eliotloveskimchi]

Excellent. Would love a Jon Jones, Lyoto Machida, Stephen Thompson breakdown

[@23Redspecial]

Great breakdown and observation of techniques. Intelligent and on point! Keep this gold flowing.

[@fewhavestrength]

Thanks you so much for this upload!

[@DeanRmma]

excellent work as always Jack

[@DavidMcCourt]

This was an excellent breakdown on McGregor. Thanks for the insight.

[@dpvonicecream1886]

Good to see these kind of vids/clips are made also, as too many people think martial arts is just having good cardio & the ability to hit hard+fast :-)

[@pebre79]

glad the video is back up again! superb

[@zshn]

That was an A++ grade analysis! Good job!

[@MrMZaccone]

Brilliant analysis, Sir. Thanks so much.

[@jozza900]

THANK YOU! Finally fight tech explained simply and not the rambling commentator just shouting "nice shot" or whatever!

[@encrypt3dbr0k3r]

Did you guys lose the password for FIGHTLAND ? - we want more content

[@sjtdxitditsitdurzirxur5926]

The Ghislaine Maxwell of speaking the facts well. Good man Jack

[@joshuaesparza2984]

Can you make a video on Cro Cop since he retired? Especially his prime days K-1 and Pride? Your breakdowns are amazing

[@BeerCityBandit]

There front snap kick is also known as a temp and has been used extensively in Muay Thai for decades.

[@billpence5444]

that was an incredible breakdown!! cheers to all who made it

[@harrymiles2906]

Try a detailed breakdown of HOW Conor Mcgregor throws his straight left. Especially, HOW the punch impacts his opponent. I have yet to see a thorough breakdown. Robin Black did a good breakdown as well as Dan Hardy. But I have yet to see anyone adding the level of detail to explain how Conor delivers his power with an almost instantaneous "snap" at the end of his punch. Look at how he punches (frame-by-frame footage) when he misses with his straight left. Notice how he places his focal point where penetration is through his target (striking 101) and how his wrist goes limp "wrist flick" and his arm almost looks like it hyper extends when he misses. They physics of his fist hitting the target has yet to be broken down. May sound trivial but it's far from it. It would be interesting for Sport Science to have one of the 100,000 frames/sec cameras record the mechanics of Conor's straight and break it down. This is truly a unique punch much like Muhammid Ali punched. The punches don't look hard but they definitely are! Often referred to as "flash knockdowns" in boxing when opponents get hit with this type of punch or "phantom punches." There is a LOT going on that last 50-0 milliseconds of his fist making impact with his opponents chin would show. Who will be the first to correctly break it down and understand it. I've researched the Internet on AIi' punch and I've found foot of the bigger picture talking about footwork and what muscles he used. But nothing on why when he missed his wrist appears to go limp and "flicks" upward at the very end or why the same dynamics occur with Conor's punch. And with Conor's punch it appears his arm stretches (hyper extends) 30% when he misses. The point being is HOW Conor is delivering all his power (kinetic energy) in very briefing (millisecond) period of time on the END of his punch. It is a very special way of punching that I suspect few understand or have even thought much about.

[@markant9534]

+Harry Mills There is a film study showing Conor`s straight left is like former heavyweight champ Joe Louis`s straight right. Except Louis scored mainly KO`s while Conor scores mainly TKO`s. Have you changed your mind since the Floyd fight about Conor`s power?!

[@harrymiles2906]

@@markant9534 The Floyd fight was interesting. Connor never was able to get an angle on Floyd (not surprising) to maximize his power like he does when he runs someone along the cage...such as the shot he landed on Chad. But I'll admit he was never able to deliver his power to Floyd which doesn't surprise me. I knew Conor had no chance against Floyd.

[@MightyJoeNolan]

Excellent analysis, this. Entertaining and illuminating.

[@GetSchanked]

The naked eye can't see the power behind those left hands, but the chin sure can feel them.

[@MesserTAMU]

More of these please.

[@thespacebetweenthoughts6560]

Superb analysis

[@HereComesTheSmartAlec]

Beautiful Breakdown ! If possible, could you possibly do a Bas Rutten breakdown eventually ? Many thanks in advance !!

[@jahigains9201]

Another great analysis! I have some new things to try, thank you!

[@Raihaamana6]

can't wait for the next episode Jack!

[@MARKO-ls2kt]

Must say so PRO study video gj man.

[@BenRangel]

What's the best defense for a low line sidekick? If it's so effective that you can expect opponents to throw it back at you - how should you prepare to counter it?

[@diegoburgosbreevoort492]

love this. please make some more breakdowns

[@user-kh4we2ti9z]

Very well done

[@TheBowtz]

Jack Slack dropping knowledge bombs!

[@Benbones99]

mcgregor did the Cro Cop thing to cowboy

[@addounsamiyoucef1999]

He did the anderson silva thing now

[@stanclark3992]

@@addounsamiyoucef1999 Hi addoun. Yep, sans head movement of any kind.😁

[@amaresh1797]

@@stanclark3992 he is talking about his leg snap

[@stormrevenant]

YES! It's back.

[@HansLanda.]

Good work Mr. Slack

[@970Bryson]

Jack your the best fight analyzer of all time!

[@Merrillizer]

Great vid, dude. Thanks, buddy.

[@davidfenech9674]

Ringcraft is fantastic! I cant wait for the next one!

[@AT-in9ld]

MORE OF THESE PLEASE!!!

[@DavidSmith-iz8fw]

watched this a few times very good info any chance of an updated version

[@samuelrogers2927]

Extremely interesting and very insightful. Thanks Jack!

[@jackslack7786]

+Samuel Rogers Cheers! :)

[@igorluige4025]

Plz make one for Aldo, it would be awesome !

[@Bfr3shBrian]

More please!

[@jusjay3834]

more ring craft please

[@advertising1337]

I love these, please do more, they are amazing

[@miketaylor3427]

more episodes!!!!! please

[@AikiNickAMV2]

He's not a hypejob, he's a legitimate fighter. But that does not change the fact that he's extremely disrespectful and arrogant. Why are Ronda Rousey and Floyd Mayweather despised for this arrogance, but McGregor worshipped? I do not deny his fighting ability, but I think that he is megalomaniac and egocentric.

[@skinnybuddhaboy]

+Nika Zardiashvili - The reason McGregor is more loved than them is because he also has a very funny side which people see often, while Mayweather and Rousey don't have that funny side. They seem to be 100% serious when boasting while McGregor's boasts also seem serious, you know he is playing for the crowds and we regularly see his more human and comical side. The man is a funny fucker!

[@AikiNickAMV2]

EL UNO You're probably right, but, to be honest, I don't really find him funny. Plus, I have no doubt, regardless of his jokes, that his megalomania and conviction that he is a superior human being are dead serious in his mind. He does not seem to realise that just because he is a great fighter and has become popular and successful does not give him the right to be arrogant and conceited.

[@yousufnimer480]

+Nika Zardiashvili shut the fuck up scrub

[@jackslack7786]

+Nika Zardiashvili You deny his egocentrism?

[@AikiNickAMV2]

***** Oops, miswrote that. But, wow, Jack Slack replied to me :D I'm a huge fan. Where can I see more of your videos?

[@benelsom9019]

Pleassee do an updated version of Conor McGregors style

[@Egorker]

Hey very nice review! Can you do more reviews on other fighters ?

[@mckdar01]

pissed myself when he said about kikuno, was one of my fav people to enter the ufc, then well....

[@MrBRUCELEE98]

Great video!

[@SUNSPYtm]

Yep yep yep. His arsenal is very balanced and creative. He has a lot more to show yet

[@JTFII]

FIGHTLAND! GIVE JACK SLACK A DEAL CUZ I WANT MOARRR RINGCRAFT!!!

[@KyleS.1987]

Brilliant analysis explaining why you can hate him outside the octagon and love to watch him when he actually shuts up and fights.

[@stanclark3992]

Hi Kyle. He doesn't really interest me... too much slop in his technique.😑

[@bullboombap]

Incredible to see maybe the best technical analyst make the move to video. Thanks Jack, you make the game much more interesting. But keep writing too!!! The sport needs educated fans, or else the popular opinion of the uneducated masses could eventually drag it all down. Keep up the good work.

[@meskalinmaskin]

More Jack Slack!

[@Morgstar-bz7su]

More please

[@paulstonger1566]

Beautiful.

[@cutdepiefails6596]

That front kick with the chamber is so nasty, that I don't understand why muay thai/kickboxers don't use it more!

[@runningsuperska]

Nice video.

[@MrShmokeyPot]

For a second I thought he was gonna say that Conor learned the front snap kick from Steven Seagal lmaoo. Had a little flashback of that Silva X Seagal front snap kick training

[@Hopeghostone]

this makes it clear as day the conor is on another level, 2nd round the so-called p4p no1 will hit the deck via face refiguring left cross

[@bullboombap]

To be fair, if Jack did his analytical magic on Jose it would be equally impressive. Although I do think that Connor probably has the best striking fight intelligence in the sport, if you include variation. But if you study Jose, he's pretty incredible too. It's just not as pretty, but a bit more violent. It's going to be very interesting on Saturday.

[@forprogressiveminds]

+ajrasengan I thought it would go a 2nd round too. We underestimated Him. He has transcended Godhood.

[@WildfireS1]

For some reason I always pictured Jack's voice as an American cowboy, from reading his articles. British makes so much more sense tho. #LivingUnderARock

[@cliffvecera4715]

mad respect for pointing out mcgregors tkd skills in a time when every one talks shit about tkd.

[@markant9534]

TKO is the key word!

[@DaveScope]

then from hyper aggressive back to counter puncher in 13 seconds!!

[@Karma7711]

Awesome, love it.

[@charliesanjaya137]

I love ringcraft videos and was honestly heartbroken when I know it only has 3 episodes so far lol.

[@GetSchanked]

McGregor "avoided" the counter against Mendes because it would compromise his position for takedown defense.

[@faklfa5621]

+GetSchanked maybe that. But also Mcgregor knew he'd have to push the pace against a wrestler. When wrestler fails to take his opp. down or hold his opp. down, that's when he's most tired. When Chad went for a guilotine and failed, Conor literally through punches while getting up. He didn't give Chad a second to take a breather. Body work + relentless pressure.

[@jwkelley]

+GetSchanked Mendez is also mostly a counter fighter and would probably just wait Mcgregor out.

[@bullboombap]

+Fakl Fa While you're not wrong, Chad had no problem getting Connor down or keeping him down. He went for the choke because his tank was empty and Connor knew that the scramble burned his arms out and would leave Chad's hands low. It was his best chance to get the upper hand because he knew he wouldn't get back up if Chad took him down again. Knowing Chad had no training camp, he took advantage of the significant drop Chad would have after the scramble, because if Chad had time to recover Connor would most likely be put back down. Although, I'm not sure Chad would have recovered well. He saved the day for the UFC but he was done. Connor's fight intelligence is pretty extraordinary. He knew that was his best shot. I'm glad we will now finally get to see him fight a top ranked fighter who's actually had a full camp. It's a very interesting match-up of contrasting styles.

[@GetSchanked]

bullboombap Holy shit, you have a pretty ellaborate method of making excuses. Good on ya, bud!

[@RamblinJackTravis]

In the Fightland video on Kid Yamaka, he makes the wholly unsupportable claim that the "ring doesn't lie." Conor McGregor is proof that it can.

[@CBP258]

Please do one on Aldo

[@Paid2Win]

I love this series

[@SystemCTRL]

Awesome!

[@darrenmullan2975]

Song?!

[@mohammedsami6907]

Darren Mullan get it together pvd

[@MMAjsf7]

God damn this guys knows his shit.

[@jammid5676]

Nice

[@deedotyou]

Lots of similarities with Jon Jones in terms of usage of kicks, particularly low line side kicks