Terrifying Mythical Fighters Of The UFC Explained

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The MMA community is writhe with memes and Lore. This video will attempt to unravel the long standing and truly captiviating history of Mythical fighters that have graced the canvas inside not only the octagon but a plethora of other rings, cages, and the streets themselves. Behold t heir majesty as we traverse aeons in serach of the greatest fighter to have ever exsisted.
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Timestamps To Follow!
00:00 - Intro
01:32 - Sea Level Cain
03:50 - Motivated Mcgregor
05:54 - Salon Quality Hair Poirier
07:28 - Sponsor Segment
08:47 - One Eye Bisping
10:19 - 3rd Round Romero
12:08 - Ubereem (Presented by Napoleon Blownapart)
13:49 - Sober Costa
15:34 - The Last Gyno-Bender
17:53 - Pictogram Jones
20:00 - Patient Gaethje (Presented By Troy Roberts)
22:07 - 5th Round Lawler
24:12 - Blonde Bronson
26:21 - No Sparring Holloway
28:16 - TRT Belfort
30:14 - Mentally Undefeated O'Malley
32:24 - Knocked Down Oliviera
33:42 - Patient Ngannou
35:49 - Rope Blachowicz
37:00 - Honerable Mentions
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[@MixedMartialAcademic]

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[@GalactusOG]

I'll try it out.

[@chaboi7]

Bro chito isn't from columbia.....lol

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

@@chaboi7 He is now!

[@Teddy-se8qb]

no mention of in shape bj penn? the first mythical ufc fighter.

[@ag7487]

No fedor?

[@Last_Chance.]

Overeem wasn't on roids but the horse he ate was absolutely riddled with them lmao I'm dying

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Such a good line, god bless napoleon

[@374jr]

Lmao

[@camilosanchez831]

Cursing is sin. Submit to Christ or perish

[@camilosanchez831]

@@374jr cursing is sin. Submit to Christ or perish

[@elijahfifita9923]

Bro I eat horse meat. But I really think people that do horse racing juice up their horse.

[@Last_Chance.]

Izzy will always be the people's champ. Any man that will take time out of his busy day and breast feed a crying baby is an absolute legend

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

😂

[@clearlyalunhead1109]

I witnessed him do it with my own eyes. So considerate and humble of him

[@con2671]

Rob is the people’s champ

[@luciman9268]

He also let me suck oh his teet when I was homeless and hungry.

[@Last_Chance.]

@@luciman9268 lmfao

[@Inaluogh]

Chael Sonnen, the real myth. He fought some of the toughest competition this game ever produced. And he never looked incompetent doing so.

[@RubenS39]

Undefeated Undisputed 💪

[@air.internetH2O]

@@RubenS39 never lose a round

[@brooksysdead]

Truly the only man to ever dominate prime Anderson Silva 👏

[@benjaminjones2956]

​@@brooksysdead fr

[@thelion7210]

45 and 0 with 45 wins coming by KO and 45 by Submission. Simply terrifying.

[@boshi9]

How about "Blind Oliveira"? He was on an insane win streak while being practically blind, but lost as soon as got laser eye correction.

[@jacksonwagner992]

I like the make the joke because of his interview saying he can’t see without his glasses, and that’s everytime he gets knocked it fixed his vision and he wins

[@Ravishrex1]

Facts

[@MedroffYT]

It’s obviously bullshit

[@tannermcguire7713]

That was his first fight with decent vision 😂😢

[@davemccombs]

No, need to lose a few tbh to not undermine them all

[@af_gaming7759]

That yoel barking in the park was the most hilarious thing ever 🤣

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

You have no idea how much fun I had making that ahaha

[@mklip2001]

ESPN (I think) made a Thanksgiving image this year where they shopped that Yoel GIF eating a bunch of Thanksgiving food.

[@Cameron_Caron]

The barking Yoel was hilarious, especially the part with the scared dog shaking 🤣🤣🤣. That pooch was terrified of barking Yoel.

[@JShadow6661]

Had me rolling

[@RobinLundqvist]

got a headache laughing

[@weirdsideelly3111]

That "overeem might not have been taking steroids but the horse he ate was absolutely filled with them" line made me spit out my water for real😂😂😂

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Napoleon is just too funny 😂

[@DrSpaceman69]

It’s just a pitcogram bro😂

[@TheBigJohnson]

“Eat clean and Tren hard” the exact advice Ubereem took from the Liver King

[@fan4every1lol89]

That was a great line 😂

[@panzerjagertigerpelefant]

@@TheBigJohnsoneat clen, tren hard anavar give up.

[@Jz-dx3dm]

"The closer to Poseidon he were, the more deadly he became." That is genius and hilarious!

[@henrikandersson4205]

Turns out, the legend of Oliveira was not based on knockdowns at all. His severely reduced eyesight was what shaped him into the mythical fighter he was. This is the legend of Blind Oliveira.

[@candersson60]

My man used the Force to fight.

[@nandoxus]

Bisping is the ultimate mythical fighter. His story can be made into an epic movie.

[@juandemarko8348]

I agree

[@DrSpaceman69]

Literally a cyclops warrior

[@jaygarrick3984]

Absolute legend

[@ronburgundy2383]

It was .. called "bisping"

[@tokivikerness8863]

Said the Englishman.

[@Last_Chance.]

Bispings eye in the thumbnail is hilarious

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

I didn't know if it was a stupid idea or not ahaha

[@Last_Chance.]

@@MixedMartialAcademic great idea brother.

[@oddadder5530]

@@MixedMartialAcademic it was the best idea 😄what an eye 😄

[@sproutsisters5398]

That harry Potter eye

[@TherebehoesinAlaska]

@@MixedMartialAcademic no respekt brotha 🧿👄👁

[@rodrigomachado5291]

In Brazil we talked about a lesser known mythical fighter: OFF-season Anderson Silva, who grew to 2 meters tall and weighted 130 kg when not cutting

[@basedkaiser5352]

Are you talking about the kickboxer ?

[@Irrational_Pie]

“Chuck with that look in his eye” and “Motivated BJ Penn” are the OG mythical fighters. I get that they weren’t included because a lot of new fans never saw them fight, but they deserve to be remembered in MMA meme history.

[@SnipeyGaming]

They're also some of the funniest 😂

[@nathanlee7978]

Stoned nick was a thing too 😂

[@bigroaststyrone8135]

I know it doesn’t really count but I always remember shadface

[@checksoverstripes2498]

Don’t forget about a “Happy Hendo”

[@brokensythe]

This was the only reason I clicked, thanks for saving me some time

[@vhyles]

I'm a huge meme guy in general, and I can't remember the last time I enjoyed a MMA video so much. Thank you sir 🙏

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Appreciate you mate, it was a laugh making this one! glad you enjoyed it :)

[@LeMeilleurr]

“Im a huge meme guy” you sound like a loser

[@vhyles]

@@LeMeilleurrLet me get this straight: somebody actually got up today, and took his time to gratuitously insult someone on the internet... And here I thought I've seen it all.. Apparently he deleted his comment out of shame, but whoever is wondering he called me a 'loser' because I said I'm a 'huge meme guy'. Yep, you've heard it right .. many guys with complexes out there fellas, take care of yourselves 💀💀

[@gabesule9562]

A huge meme guy ? Anyone ever tell you that there is only 3 original memes? !! 1) The peace sign 2) The bunny ears & 3) The extra large Weiner Do you know how dangerous memes and their devastating consequences are? !! PS ; Dont be a fool boy, memes are not to be taken lightly next time u should think wisely before you go around posting/getting involved with these memes 🚂🚇🚅😁😉😎

[@DrSpaceman69]

@@gabesule9562 oh long Johnson!

[@teeballpaul]

***HONORABLE MENTIONS: - “Suited Up” Li Jing Liang - “December 30, 2016” Cody Garbrandt - “1st Round” Michael Chandler - “Colombian” Marlon Vera, because he is in fact Ecuadorian. 🇪🇨

[@user-eq1gd1ex4t]

codys should be #1

[@teeballpaul]

@@user-eq1gd1ex4t pretty freaking mythical right!

[@jackyhwang3361]

what about bloody Ferguson

[@tbriecheese]

Add "Financially motivated" Moicano

[@Mox1990]

Ngl suited up Li is a cursed fighter. The moment he got his suit the press conference he was going to show it off at was cancelled and he got robbed in his next fight.

[@phil_matic]

I think Cody "No Loss" Garbrandt definitely deserves a spot on here. Cody was unstoppable and surprisingly had decent head movement before Dillashaw got in his head and poisoned him.

[@MrMMAJER]

I remember his fight with Cruz, like he was possessed by a completely different fighter at that point. He really wanted not only to beat him, but to absolutely dominate him. The only plausible explanation is that, right before the fight, he went on KZbin and watched the Yoel's motivational speech.

[@jamesdionne7692]

The snake in the grass

[@phil_matic]

@@MrMMAJER In that one fight against Cruz, for 25 minutes, Garbrandt was the greatest fighter on earth during that fight. I swear to god no one could've beaten him that night. If I were to base fighter's careers off of their absolute best performance, Garbrandt tops the list for me.

[@chazmiranda]

@@phil_matic chael agrees with you

[@skinnyWHITEgoyim]

Dillishaw won because he was roided out to the max

[@averagemexicanm8750]

The ending was truly emotional, brought testosterone infused tears to my non functional eye The one and only GOAT, undefeated and undisputed Chael P Sonnen

[@billy-lm4xg]

Some additional honourable mentions: 'healthy knee's' Santos, 'white opponents' Gustafson (in his prime), 'Athiest' Rory McDonald, 'IV' Hendricks, 'non-emotional' Cody, 'non-title fight' Brian Ortega, 'rematch' crocop, 'iron eye' stipe, and finally 'white shorts' Shogun

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Seems like there should be a part 2 really

[@billy-lm4xg]

@@MixedMartialAcademic I'd definitely watch it if you make it 👍

[@user-ib2vm8mm2s]

what about 'no family issues Fedor'

[@Muller_Alencar]

"White speedo" Shogun is one of the most popular mythical fighters in Brazil

[@liluminati9791]

'The Unimpressed' GSP

[@BullHonkey]

Vitor is so crazy he created another mythical fighter by kicking his head off

[@gaidukdeivis5375]

Honestly, this is probably the best channel i have found in the recent 12 months. The way you combine visuals and your philosophy is just on another level. I would watch you talk inspirational stories in the movie theather. Keep your talk man.

[@thismonkeyjustworks1255]

Cain at Sea Level might have been one of the most powerful things ever

[@GoalOrientedLifting]

It's either that or "That one night Carbrandt"

[@chasefalconer9378]

The Conor to Dustin transition is peek transition 👌 👏👏👏

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Ahaha I had good fun making that one!

[@mfc5808]

Well done

[@LegendsAreLessons]

One of the best MMA videos out there hahah. Definitely needs a part 2 such an amazing idea and theres so many mythical MMA beasts. You can make a video expanding on the honorable mentions and there's so many more. Good knees shogun, rematch cro cop, motivated bj penn, chuck with the look in his eye, Gracie hunter Sakuraba etc. Subscribed!

[@laertesdd]

Man, I love your video essays. Be it more tongue-in-cheek like this video or a more serious topic, you always create a specific mood and deliver a bunch of information combined with aesthetic visuals and well-paced editing. Thanks for your work!

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Thank you so much mate I really appreciate the kind words! It’s so fun mate to be able to get these videos out and for them to be enjoyed! Got one more for before Christmas I hope you enjoy it! 🎅

[@TheElbowMerchant]

Always nice to see a collab between the Academic and Sensei Blownapart, two of my favorite content creators! Bravo, gentlemen. You just made my day.

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

He is a true legend and always a pleasure to work with! Glad we could bring you some content!

[@GalactusOG]

[@markwrenn5965]

Too true. 🖤

[@oliverruan]

The voiceover/commentary is what makes this so good.

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Thank you my friend 🙌 I was scared of doing something different!

[@eetfuk3571]

The Godskin Duo theme song as well in the Yoel Romero part.

[@rushyrush4279]

While Overeem was insanely jacked and could’ve been used for the inspiration of the fighting style, the character Biscuit Oliva was inspired by popular ‘60s and ‘70s bodybuilder Sergio Oliva

[@danielveselic8677]

this has to be one of the best if not THE BEST video related to the topic of mma, what a quaility piece of art my friend

[@animefanatic2674]

You absolute legend, can’t believe you made a whole lore video😭

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

😂 couldn’t help myself

[@Drew791]

Never underestimate a good hair game. Bravo Dustin.

[@eetfuk3571]

hair indeed gives us more confidence. hence why Dustin started to perform better since his hair grew up. he can finally land his signature combo, which aren't punches/strikes, but the short pull up to hair sweep 1-2.

[@WesleyRademan]

This channel deserves more subs. Everytime I watch one of these it feels like watching a Dark Souls /Elden Ring lore video. Great work!

[@TheRausing1]

One of the best MMA videos ever on KZbin… this an instant classic man 😭🔥

[@MegaHunter316]

You don't have any idea how much we needed this content. And for it to be a 30+ minute video is just an early chriatmas gift

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Wait until another 40 minuet doc drops on Christmas Eve! Then we are talking 😎😎

[@MegaHunter316]

@@MixedMartialAcademic an early Christmas gift and another Christmas gift? Hats off to you sir! And a big thanks to the whole team for putting this together 👏👏👏

[@J0nny_Ch1mp0]

That part at the end with Chael was fantastic. Especially how the video was weaved together with your poem. Just brilliant 👏 👌

[@teddytolentino1882]

this is actually so good i have shared this with my mates and they have loved it!

[@sheepherder911]

OK I'm liking this style. Getting kind of an "internet historian" vibe. Definitely your best video in terms of pure entertainment yet.

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Ahaha laughing at this comment as I am watching the newest episode of ordinary things. That side of the internet is where I live. Even the little “ad time” to introduce the sponsor. We like the little tips of the hat around here

[@medoo7825]

I wouldnt agree but it's still good, i think his more legit videos are deep on so many levels, like the CTE one and the usual docs about fighters, especailly the Cody one..

[@sheepherder911]

@@medoo7825 those are interesting on an intellectual and "inside baseball" level. But this one made me laugh the hardest. The most entertaining in my opinion.

[@medoo7825]

@@sheepherder911 Oh well different tastes i guess, it's pretty entertaining i wont lie.

[@wilabanodeniro9780]

@@MixedMartialAcademic if you're the mma version of internet historian then I'll watch every video

[@NapoleonBlownapartMMA]

Incredible work 😂😂 From the intro, to the Yoel Barking bit, to the sombre retelling of the Adesanya breastfeeding story, this is wall to wall gold, well done mate!!

[@ballbag1280]

Isn't this you talking on it?

[@jakederus6557]

Pleasantly surprised by a cameo from you!

[@onatgomceli6950]

This is the best MMA related content, god bless you my guy!

[@nooftaheri3502]

I am saving this mate, have to watch it when i have time

[@ericka.3756]

That whole Alistair segment had me crying... thanks guys, great vid!

[@SPACYtunes]

Napoleon Blownapart's cameo was the cherry on top. You two are my favorite up-and-coming MMA channels.

[@flashwafel]

Keep it up! You make the best of these man. Great editing, great depth and the poetry that ties it all together. You're gonna boom my friend

[@ajacky1832]

This video is fantastic. Man, thanks!

[@BigRed-gk1de]

Great video, Blownaparts sense of humour is unmatched imo. Good to see the community coming together for this video.

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

It was great to work with him again such a great guy!

[@kevomeister]

This is turning into my favorite MMA channel. Memes and MMA go hand in hand.

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

I don’t want to just be a super serious channel all the time, think it will end up getting old! I’m so surprised this has been received well! Can’t wait to make similar stuff in a couple months, got to go back to being moody for the next couple videos!

[@Colby_0-3_IRL_and_title_fights]

I literally only follow MMA for the memes. In what other sport do we fail to get Khabib Vs Tony and Khabib Vs Max only to receive a triple header of Tony Vs Cable, Conor Vs Bus and a title fight at non title weight between Khabib and a real estate agent? Royal rumble at its best.

[@calebfarmer5845]

epic video thank you for this gem!

[@noided4230]

what a fantastic mma lore video. the intro got me in the mood, the stories kept me engaged, and the transitions had me laughing

[@kingdom1682]

Bro you're the man these videos are such high quality

[@loganstabb2278]

I couldn’t even get past the first minute without crying laughing. Amazing editing . Thank you for this masterpiece

[@lcdany0153]

It got me aswell, was funny.

[@lucasimmons075]

I've been waiting for a comprehensive list of all the memes like this for years. Finally I get to see it and I'm not disappointed. Great work

[@Oggre]

This all video is a Masterpiece ! A real MMA archival document ! I suscribed 😹✌🏾

[@johannequilbec8383]

I subscribed for the end lmao, great video

[@odynzeyez6259]

This was such a great video 5 stars man I laughed, I got emotional, I got excited. Truly a masterclass in MMA content creation BRAVO and hopefully an encore!

[@anon2427]

Love you and blownapart, been watching each of you since you only had a couple thousand subs each. So happy to see you guys blow up like you did this year. Great work and please keep it up

[@Udai_taxim]

Just with the Blownapart plug in you added I decided to subscribe to this channel too🤝

[@anon2427]

@@Udai_taxim yeah and I’m pretty sure Napoleon shouted out this channel too. Nice to see the mutual support

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

He is a great guy! It’s awesome to consider him a friend at this point!

[@rivahkillah]

Chael is the ultimate mythical warrior. Every part of his greatness is a story

[@chadhill455]

The Godskin Apostle boss music for Romero was absolutely perfect. You've earned a sub

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

I appreciate you mate thanks so much 🙏

[@N3330X]

This was so much fun to watch! Thank you and so very well done 🤣

[@Pirigo13]

I believe that it's likely that the fight with the great Stiopic's Immigrant Mentality strengthened Ngannou's Immigrant Mentality in turn; It was a combination: Immigrant Mentality² that produced Patient Ngannou. Remembering again that Ngannou tried several times to emigrate to become a fighter, so his Immigrant Mentality was already top-notch. None can stand in Patient Ngannou's path.

[@RubenS39]

The only reason he lost is because he didn’t show up as immigrant mentality Stiopic that night because he had to transform into iron eyed Stipe for the DC trilogy 😂

[@StrongGreaved]

This was a super fun video. I had so much enjoyment watching this. Thanks!

[@leanocampo6043]

this video is hilarious, big ups and love the editing

[@jacobandrew8270]

so beautiful. the presentation, the choice of dialogue, you captured me and my attention 1000% just wow. BUT AT THE END NEED I SAY MORE THE ONE AND ONLY I COULDN’T BE MORE PROUD!!!

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

The mythical fighter to rule them all!

[@hypebeast310]

Favorite mma documentaries EVER. Your too good at this man. UFC needs to hire you asap. Your a god at your job man. I watch every video💪you the goat hands down

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

I appreciate you brother always reppin! Thanks for watching my man

[@hypebeast310]

@@MixedMartialAcademic holy shit how did I jus now see the reply🤣🤦 forsure tho brother. Keep doin what you doin. Best in the business hands down🤷‍♂️ you gon make it huge my g.

[@redveinborneo4673]

Great topic. This is phenomenal.

[@paulaye5971]

the dialogue for this video is beautifully written and too underrated

[@TrainWithCaleb]

Bisping is something else man, to come back from losing something so important, losing from a cheater no less. Dude is f’ing great

[@antonbelyaev8295]

I hope it'll have Dustin with pulled up shorts and perfect hair!

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

You'll be plesently suprised then my friend!

[@woodenturnip6092]

This is so over the top it’s AMAZING

[@ragethevictorious3060]

What a excellent video!! You my friend are made for this, comedy, rare info, truth, anticipation, story lines etc. Can't ask for much more....I love this F'n fight game! After the "Smooth silky hair of Pourier" I knew this is the stuff we hope for. GREAT JOB MAN

[@emmanuelnunez9280]

Immortal Romero the oldest mystical figure in UFC that’ve been making weight since 1897.

[@rodrigomachado5291]

A hero of the Cuban revolution. I have a picture of him in the guerilla besides Che Guevara

[@jr28778]

Calling Vitor " the walking billboard for testosterone replacement therapy " had me dying 😂

[@kingsburybm]

How did you forget Chuck with that look in his eyes?

[@Irrational_Pie]

Forreal every time Joe dropped that line you knew Chuck was about to get murked

[@lune333]

video editing on point

[@ElRey_Congo]

Great vid 🔥🔥🔥

[@pigeon4995]

this is world class content we're being served with here, much love.

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Appreciate you my friend!

[@kk44444]

Thank you for the hilarious content! Refreshing break from your usual serious videos 🔥

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Yeah mate it was nice to take a little break from that stuff especially considering the next one is Jon jones I got all depressed making it 😂

[@kk44444]

@@MixedMartialAcademic Oh god, a Jon Jones video next? 😂 Well I enjoy all of your videos so I can’t wait! Keep up the great work man 👍

[@bambam459]

Awesome video bro 😂

[@mauriciosanchez4679]

not only a really interesting and good video but it is also beautifully written

[@LeeRichardson808]

My man Napoleon coming out spitting hot fire in the Ubereem segment 😂

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

When he sent it to me I was like holy shit ahaha 🤣

[@vizon-aryproductions6191]

Great video great edits and storytelling 10/10! and 🥳 happy birthday! You just earned a new subscriber !

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Thank you my friend I appreciate you!

[@RelentlessRod011]

The calmness that you say some of these statements really cracks me up😂😂😂

[@SkindianaBonez]

got goosebumps during the robbie lawler section, very well written and spoken 👏

[@gloccc4080]

Ubereem is alive , he lives in Glory Kickboxing and again failed the drug test .

[@deborah3250]

The compliments for Chael were on point! All of your videos are truly the best on the subject. The Overeem bit (like the entire thing) made me laugh so hard I feel like throwing up. I've always thought Conor and Lawler have had several illegal chemical advantages. Awesome video!

[@gabilegend6354]

This piece was amazing

[@tootalltoft35]

Great video. This was hilarious

[@DLoc-tu2yq]

Damn this video was absolutely amazing and insanely entertaining

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Thanks so much my friend!

[@noemartin11]

I applaud you gentlemen. But a standing ovation for ending with the great Chael P Sonnen.👏

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

The greatest to ever do it!

[@TheMountainKing_Loli]

Greatest mma channel ever bro amazing

[@bennygerow]

Yo what a truly original premise! Binging now.

[@thexbigxgreen]

Wtf, Napoleon Blownapart on Mixed Martial Academic?? The collab we all deserve

[@masvidalsknee3498]

The goats collide

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

Get yourself on my CTE video, you might be missing another 7 min poetry lesson from Napoleon back there as well!

[@TheChillMelodist]

great video man! I'm a old fan back in the late 2000s and early 2010s and I remmber some of the old meme names like: - Chuck "With That look in his eyes" - Motivated BJ Penn - Fat Frank Mir

[@davelewis2335]

The fact the Bisping had to go through so much. Viscously KOd by Henderson, lost an eye to a PED abuser, almost lost during a momentary lapse in concentration vs Silva, then having 2 weeks to prepare for a champ in Like rockhold who just MASHED Chris Weidman who was undefeated at the time and who has beaten Bisping before. Turns around and goes "fuck this, that belts mine". AND DEFNEDS AGAIN against the dude who KOd him. If he'd lived a thousand years ago he'd be in the history books as a true warrior

[@jackconnell8319]

"the cte world cup finals" true that gaethje would be there😂😂

[@hikki6478]

All the little jokes and memes sprinkled in are SO GOOD 😂😂

[@thealarmclock9307]

This was an absolute masterpiece

[@TheElbowMerchant]

Can the Notorious evolve into his second iteration of mythical fighter: Conor "Special Substances" McGregor? Aided by a USADA exemption, will he become the greatest middleweight of all time?

[@MixedMartialAcademic]

USADA giving him that get out of jail free card ahaha

[@EnderTrev5]

middleweight McGregor is actually viable and that scares me

[@ericwalsh2954]

I think not sparring at a certain stage isn't gonna be a detriment to elite fighters, sparing isn't a fight, your training to fight with less intensity and less stakes. Kinda makes sense that after those skills are built in you don't need the tool as much

[@merihimsolomon2331]

I'm in love with this video and the memories it brings

[@homiefizzle5260]

Amazing 🔥🔥🔥

[@johnnybacon8675]

The ferguson fight is where i REALLY saw the Patient Gaethje come into action