Kamaru Usman Opens Up On Decision To Fight Khamzat Chimaev On 9 Days Notice | TMZ Sports
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- Опубликовано: 11 сен 2024
- Kamaru Usman had a nearly impossible decision to make Wednesday morning ... travel nearly 8,000 miles and fight Khamzat Chimaev on 9 days notice, and now the former welterweight champ is opening up on why he decided to step in against one of the most dangerous men in the world!
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Dude was dominant for 7 years in ufc and the moment he lost everyone started disrespected
Kamaru is a legend in the game and will always be i'm happy hes getting the respect he deserves again
because he's not gracious in defeat.
the average MMA fan nowdays compared to 10 years ago, is an incel, sitting on a couch, drinking beer, smoking weed eating fast food, thinking that talking trash behind a screen is man-like behavior and live in a never ending puberty.
All UFC fighters in the top 15 should be respected, because what they go through to put bread on the table is crazy. MMA fighters go through hell, and 95% of them doesn't even make more money than the average dude with a degree. The competition is crazy, and you can get setbacks by injuries, personal reasons etc.
People talk trash because they die in a video game, and you have boys saying "he is not gracious in defeat".
Half these kids would lose their mind if they got knocked out and embarrassed in front of their girl, let alone the whole world, and still have the willpower to push through.
We live in the snowflake soyboy era.
@@kalocaploc124 there's also a high number of new pandemic fans, with severe recency bias issues. Among a lot of other things, most of which you've mentioned.
@@kalocaploc124 well said man too many want to be experts who dont train or cant train comment negative of pro fighters who made it in the UFC which is hard to do in the first place yet they cant even leave the couch from playing Call of duty eating cheetos.
@@Chrism7178hoe . . ?
Hats off to Usman for taking this on 10 days notice and at all really.
definitely
against the biggest khamzat yet... some balls
Volk too
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@@bentotravelshopefully they are paying him more for such a short notice fight and honestly I hope he wins cause khamzsat has seemed pretty much unstoppable except in the burns fight and Usman walked burns so we will see honestly I don't like either of them but I'd rather khamzat lose but won't be upset if he wins
Always impressed with Kamaru’s attitude and mindset…walks and talks like a champion. Humble, confident, respectful, and competitive as hell.
get a load this correct opinion
Even if he loses he’s won over so many fans by just taking this fight on short notice, such a legend
Hard not to respect the man, this is a dangerous fight on 9 days notice but with big risk comes big reward, if he can get by Khamzat he can become the MW champion.
im going to bet on him, he was a world champion has a lot of experience. Khamzat has little experience.
Im only afraid to bet high as this is 3 rounder.
no he needa to win
if he loses he's finished
@@hiphopjunkie4life not really, it’s on short notice, if he took this fight with a full camp I’d agree but he has 9 days so he expected to lose here, snd if he wins he probably gets a title shot so it’s basically a free shot at a title shot
It’s wild we live in a world where most people only cherish champions and see how special they are after they lose the belt or when they retire. Usman is the man.
Usman was boring af until he knocked out Masvidal, people seem to forget his first Masvidal fight where all he done all fight was toe stomp
@@jk2219his toe stomping was elite
@user-md8qs8wh6yhe was the champion? u guys always get off saying these CHAMPIONS of combat are too cocky,
Tall poppy syndrome
Moving camps to train with Trevor and Justin changed how he fought. He was so boring early on. Now he is fun to watch. I hope he wins… and toe stomps the shit out of him a few good times for old times sake. Lol
I hope the fans respect Usman's legacy win or lose. This guy is a stud man, props to him; a welterweight legend and now stepping up to middleweight to repeat greatness. Inspiring
Exactly don't talk shit about the man win or lose he never duck nobody
My biggest criticism of him was being so dominant in his division and not moving up tp challenge himself and now he's doing that so I have none
@@ScottPutnamART why is it a requirement to move up
@@otallono MMA fans are never satisfied. If he moved up as champ, people would be complaining that he's holding up the division.
@@ScottPutnamART why would he need to move up though? He was the champion in his division. He could have retire in his division. Look at Khabib. Should have been moved up but he said he wasn't going to move up at all before he retire. But people say he the goat
Imma say this now...cherish this man....CHERISH HIM...we.ll all miss him when he retires...his activity as champ is sorely missed
Naw we good
Yup..he woulda fought at least 3 times by now if he hadn't lost to Leon
@@Onlybadtakes2589
I smell your insecurities, his tropical machesmoness probably makes you go flaccid & limp because you feel intimidated and dominated by his Mandingo genetics.
@@MuMu124 exactly my point bro
@@Onlybadtakes2589 so u prefer an inactive champion who holds up the division while attempting to pick and choose his opponents...ok got you sir
Most under appreciated fighter on the roster 🔥🔥🔥
Agreed, go get that bag kamaru
Huge respect to Kamaru for stepping up at such short notice. We're all rooting for you man, go get it!
Look I got nothing against Usman but man he's signing up for 3 rounds of the hardest fight in his life same for Khamzat there's no easy road from here 3rd rounds both guys could be having their corners just trying to keep those guys around.
@@rave123456v sorry for my ignorance but isn't supposed to be 5 rounds?
@@cryptochangos5918 no, since its not an titlefight + volk vs islam is the main event, so its 3 rounds
@@rave123456vKhamzat has been training for Costa, Usman just got the call come on warriors mentality there
I hate usman as a person because he was being extremely racist to DDP and i cannot forgive his actions. But this is definitely winning me over, champ mentality I’m rooting for him to win.
what a warrior, the longer these guys stay in the sport the more we find out about who they are. Usman is an absolute Gladiator. Really like him so much more for this bravery. He's willing to put it on the line, awesome and inspirational.
Win or lose Usman is a G for taking this type of fight against khamzat on short notice
don't count him out man if it stays standing which most likely it will then usman will knock him out
@@blessedxxiii8908usman only knocked out washed 50y oId masvidal. holy casual
@@beaualoevv He knocked out Gilbert with a jab, same guy who Khamzat couldn't put down, and even arguably lost to.
@@beaualoevv He only used his Sniper Jabs against Gilbert and Knocked his Soul out Finished him cold but in the other hand your boy Dana's Hype job 0 IQ, BUM Kmshot got his Ass Beaten and Destroyed by that Small Lightweight Dilbert who actually only throwed Overhand Rights in that Kmshot fight 😂😂
@@beaualoevv😂😂😂😂
volk and usman deserve all the respect certified BMF's👑💯
except volk doesn't deserve a second immediate title shot in LW. Why would volk or anyone ever turn down such an opportunity?
troll@@otallono
@@otallono huh? he was the second most deserving person behind Oliveira.
@@otallonoVolk was the backup fighter 1st he was ahead of the other lightweights and Volk had a 145 fight coming up
@@otallonohe arguably won the first fight, anyone who disagrees is either a blind muslim fan or a casual
The real bmf. Always active and positive
Usman is a real definition of a Pro doesn't party and get sloppy always stays on point and he's getting rewarded with a huge bag and a chance to cement his legacy even more with a win
Hard work pays off even when you think someone isn't watching..💪🏾
Before fighting Edwards for the second time, he seemed truly INVINCIBLE. There was a feeling while seeing his fights, that he was really a perfect, complete fighter
His striking was suspect. Sounds more like you’re describing GSP
@@Galahad_does_skyrimhis striking was good enough to carry his career after he couldn’t wrestle the same and ground and pound. His true weakness is his jiu jitsu plain & simple, he would’ve finished leon in the 1st fight multiple times if he knew basic back chokes gsp would’ve beat leon 100% your right on him being the perfect fighter. No weakness in George’s game
Yea it’s called momentum and confidence building up its all spiritual and that’s a very strong energy to be riding off of so now that it’s gone it’s way different
Kamaru was never my favorite, but he has made himself undeniably great. Much love to a legend. We are riding with you.
well said, never my favorite either but dude deserves all the respect
@@Tsobehe was never my favorite either, but bc he beat up all the other guys I liked....except Colby lol, I was glad Usman beat his ass 😂
I always liked Kamaru since he was a contender. He has always been special
I understand totally people not liking him, i guess. But hell yeah everyone has to put respect on his name. What a dog for taking this fight.
He’s going to get smashed
So much respect to Kamaru Usman for stepping in on 10 days notice to fight Khamzat, Usman is a legend for doing this 👏👏👏👏🇳🇬🫡
HE said 9 days so let's go with that!
Rooting hard af for Marty
Cockmaru usman is going to get mauled
This guy defended the welterweight title consistently, frequently and even jumps in like this. Usman a real fighter
No shit sherlock. You muppets Stating the obvious every minute of every day😂😂😂
They promised him a shot at Strickland if he wins bro. He's not jumping in to save the card.
@@jamesnm21 he's still going into a cage to fight khamzat chimaev on 2 weeks notice. Takes nuts regardless
He's always fought the best. 10 days notice, facing a monster after 2 tough losses. I hope he wins
I have a different kind of love for this guy. He's not my favorite fighter but I appreciate and respect him as much as if not more than anyone else. A real man he is
This man's a warrior. Took one a bigger chimaev on last minute. Respect. Shout out to Volk for stepping up as well
He weighs around 210+ now, gonna cut so is Khamzat around 205 .
Both need to make weight 185.
@@999titudidn’t know u sit in both their pants
He wouldn’t do it as champ at welterweight this is a sign kamarus on his way out. Depending on how bad kamaru loses might dictate this mentality to retire sooner then later
@@scottstevens129well even with a win, it’s not gonna be an easy one either, his knees really only have like 2 more good fights before THEY call it quits.
@@survivaltipsandtricks4042khamzat isn’t gone be throwing leg kicks.
Bro one thing I love about Usman is how cool minded this guy is. He's chilled bro regardless of what's happening
Respect to this man. Loses title, loses rematch...could tuck, tail, and run , instead takes probably riskiest / unknown fight in division.
Usman made no secret that he wanted his next fight to be against Khamzat Chimaev. Usman is a real one, he takes all-comers and ducks no-one.
unknown?
Never thought I would cheer for this man. Until now! Let's go Usman 👏👏
Lot of people who are cheering for him now for taking the fight will flip on a dime if he loses and say he was dumb for taking the fight on short notice 😂
Considering Kamaru's body is all broken down (his hands, knees etc). I think the fact that it's on short notice and he doesn't have to cut weight might be really beneficial for him... also Volk and Kamaru seem really really excited about their fights unlike most guys on short notice or back up fighters. I always liked Kamaru, I hope he beats khamzat... don't really care for him but I know he's tough.
I have all the respect for this man. He's literally fighting one of the scariest dudes on the planet on 9 days notice. I still think he has a chance to shock the world. USA wrestling baby.🤼♂️🦁🇺🇲
shock the world? it would be a shock if khamzat wins. you guys forget what a dominant champion usman was for the past few years
He's knees are shot he only has punchers chance at this point
@@eddieas if that’s true, than this was a bad matchup.
@@eddieas He is a superior boxer so I will agree. And he will fucken KO the big boogey man hype train
no chance if you compare their stats, chimaevs significant strikes landed per minute is insanely high at 7.3 vs usmans at 4.46. Chimaevs takedown rate and submission rate is also much higher. Chimaev, like him or not does serious damage every minute he's in that ring.
Usman is the reason why I started watching mma…..can’t wait for this fight …..only fighter worthy of my money 🎉
Respect to these 4 guys for putting it all on the line for the fans. None of them have it easy, lot of variables change last minute. No body bucked.
They all buck to me …
"For the Fans"
Its literally the job they choose and get paid for.
But i agree with you, still very respectable.
@@F10cke Fighting a pound for pound fighter with a completely different style than they've trained for, on days notice is not the job they signed up to get paid for. They're just simply different
@@tommyshogun what are you talking about?
They literally could have declined the offer, but signed the contract.
Its still their choice. Gamrot was the Backup, but they pay Volkanowski possibly a pretty good amount of money, as he indicated on his yt-channel.
Or do you mean Makhachev and Chimaev?
@@F10cke yeah, they could have declined the offer. but they didn't, which is exactly the point. they're doing it for the fans and legacy. you're saying it's their job. which isn't true, they could just run away from competition like other champions do, stay undefeated, and keep getting paid, but they chose to take this risk for the culture in a weight class they don't even fight in. true warriors.
Props to Kamaru for being able to step up on short notice. I think Khamzat is gonna be surprised at what the Veteran still has left.
Seeing him live in person at 286 was incredible and it was hard but I had to root for Leon being from the UK. However, seeing Usman progress his stand-up game was incredible, watching him knock out Masvidal I knew he was a certified legend (surely one of the best knockouts of all time). Loved watched all of his defences knowing he wouldn't lose.
Respect to Usman for this whatever happens
Kamaru is so humble for taking this fight. We’re 100% rooting for you! Be careful of his submission. Stand up till the very end.
Shout out to Usman but the 🐺 is here now.
Do you know what humble means lol? That makes no sense😂
@@Michoridayes it does. He’s taking this fight like a prospect with something to prove not a former PFP champ and 2nd best welterweight of all time.
@@evanlouanthony in what way is he taking this fight like a prospect?
He is probably getting paid an absolute stunner ammount of money for taking this fight. Ufc was on his @ss when both fights nearly fell out
hope he goes in there & proves everyone wrong.. i think him not having a long hard camp could be something to consider, always injured during camps & not having one & coming in fresh could actually benefit him.
tough ask but I'm fully behind him.
me too
Let's go Marty!!
Yeah he cuts a lot of weight to get to 170, so the easier weight cut could benefit him also. Gilbert Burns held his own fighting Khamzat, and Usman destroyed Burns. It should be interesting no doubt.
But fight camp is there for a reason tho. Why would they overstrain themselves knowing all risks of unuries? Maybe its not enough this time. We'll see.
Yea once you get towards the ends of your career you need to train like Dan Henderson said. Dan Henderson had the bestvroutine for old fighters.
I've always said people are going to miss Kamaru l, Volk and Israel when they're gone. They do things other fighters wouldn't consider, like fighting anybody and at any time. They fight often and there's no denying than they aren't made to run from other fighters. In a year or two the UFC and it's fans are going to miss when these guys were champs.
I’ve missed Usman. Good to have him back.
Usman would have put his title on line for min 2 times in a duration since leon became champion...thats why he is a true champion
This fight is very risky for Khamzat. Usman is hard to take down and submit. At the same time, Usman's stand up game improved a lot lately.
More of a risky fight for usman, I believe usman knows his chance at the belt is over, so he’s taking the money fight against the next big thing
Of course a casual thinks that Usman is only taking a money fight. He literally almost just won a split decision against Leon and he’s doing fine. He’s coming off of a loss so he’s going to be very careful but I think he can take this one. Khamzat doesnt have the resources
What do you mean “lately"? He already handled colby‘s volume back in 2019 and finished him after breaking his face. But yeah lately😂
that's what I think too@@suppleg7210
it's risky for both of them
Respect to all the short notice fighters , you don’t have to like every damn thing about em but you’ve got to respect them big time. Kamaru has obviously grown on fans of the game and I am pulling for him to hand Chimaev his first UFC loss. Pumped for this fight as well as Islam vs Volkanovski. All 4 of these guys are as dedicated and disciplined as you can get when out of camp Let’s go !
Nothing has changed for me, Kamaru Usman's still and will always be a champ. He has already left a legacy in the world of MMA and the UFC. He's not just a champion, but also a legend.👏👏👏
Kamaru Usman is definitely in the Goat conversation and one of the most active champions in the history of the sport. Legend
THE USMAN IS GOING DOWNNNNNN
@@donsly375 Borz the wolf is getting slaughtered. If Chimaev couldn't finish Burns, I wonder what he has that Usman hasn't seen before
@@razrsliq7623he is going to wrestle the f out of Usman. If they were the same age Usman manhandles him, but he has so much damage to his knees I don't think he can keep Borz of him. That being said I'm riding with Usman
@@misaelarroyo5712 Y'all over exergerrate Usman's knees. Burns went 3 rounds of war with Khamzat and it was a close fight. Usman finished Burns in less than 3 rounds
GSP and Jones are the only two UFC GOATs. Maybe Silva and Khabib, but they are a step below. Everyone else is sub par to them
Huge Respect to usman for stepping up. I really want him to win, rooting for the underdog. Usman only has a few fights left so hope to see him in the best matchups
Let’s be honest though, Kamzat winning is better for the sport and sets up a lot more big matchups in the future.
This is a typical cross roads match that you see in pro wrestling, MMA and sometimes boxing, where you put the top young fighter against the old declining legend with the big name in order to build up the younger fighters hype and recognition.
Usman is SUPPOSED to lose to Kamzat, that’s the way it works. Let’s hope Usman goes out there and does what he’s supposed to do, give back to the sport that made him a millionaire & give the next contender the rub and some of his star power on his way out the door.
Usman is 37 years old. And his knees are shot. He's not doing this out of the goodness of his heart. His daughter needs to eat. Usman is walking into a slaughter house just for the paycheck
@@thatWanderingSoulthat’s a bit insane. We saw the burns fight. Usman can definitely stand with chimaev and obviously counter-wrestle some of the best wrestlers. But it is 10 days notice coming off of 2 losses. Khamzat might destroy him but could also see it being competitive
There’s no way Usman wins this fight. I see the KO or sub, easy win for Khamzat
@@701delbronx8 bro we’ve seen Strickland, O’Malley, dricus and other crazy things happen this year. I wouldn’t say no way
Absolute stud! Best of luck!
Respect to Usman for taking this fight on short notice and halfway across the world... I supported Rocky and was happy he bested Usman but I can't hate the man for doing this!
This was a great chess move by Marty. He is now in the spotlight and has gotten respect from his haters, me included. Safe to say I will be rooting for him next Saturday.
Usman always keeps it real I love how he never disrespects Chimaev I feel like usman gonna get a shocking finish
How the times have changed, people though usman would win against khamzat prior to his back to back losses against leon but now he is the underdog and his win against khamzat will shock the world,crazy.
Well your confidence gets shot when you lose 2 in row, and Usman is new fighting in this division.
It will be interesting because Khamzat is also not very experienced in this weight having only 1 previous fight in Middleweight.
I think we get the Roy Jones yall musta forgot moment in this one. Kamaru wrestled at 184 his whole collegiate career. He’s a natural middleweight. I’m hopeful at least lol I just like the guy think he’s nothin but class and always has been.
@@unseen2553 yes, but Khamzat wrestled at 92kg bro. He is naturally bigger than Kamaru.
But I do hope Usman derails the hype. Just hard to see it happen, especially in Abu Dhabi.
It definitely wouldn't shock the world if Usman beats Khamzat lol
@@84jordie it can happen. Many good prospects have gotten their hype derailed in their stronghold and this might not be any different.
Real fighter always ready for war let’s go champ🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆
Or are they? We'll see.
Kamaru Usman ... you deserve all the respect.
Never the hugest fan when you were champ. but mad respect. Rootin for you 🎉 these kinds of things will always be remembered.
At the end of the day, this will be the first time I'll be rooting for Marty.
Usman been calling Khamzat for Abu dhabi since his Leon Trilogy.
Some may even say...
He manifested this
I MANIFESTED THIS
Stoked to see Kamaru get back in there
I was team Colby during their beef, but my God, this man has won me over..He is special. He’s the only champion and/or former champion that would take a fight with the scariest prospect of all time on 9 days notice . Usman is laying it all on the line, not for money or a belt, I really think he’s doing it for his legacy, so he can show the world that he’s the best by beating Khamzat on short notice, in 3 rounds, at a higher weight class and on Khamzat’s home soil. Volk is stepping up and taking a dangerous fight too, but he’s not risking as much as Usman, just double champ dreams. Usman is risking his legacy and career (if he loses he will probably never see another title fight). ✊
Volk doing the exact same thing lol
@@Highsenfor a tittle fight, read again 😂
"Scariest prospect of all time"😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Shows how good the ufc is in hyping and promoting fighters.
Khamzat only got 1 good win,a fight he arguably lost vs a guy usman destroyed.
Now im not saying usman wins cause he probably washed but khamzat did nothing to justify the hype
Don't get it twisted he doing it for money 😂😂😂
@@wtfiswrong1h find one fighter that has trained with Khamzat and that hasn’t talked about how good he is.. they all say that “he can beat everyone at the gym”… because I can show you plenty.. including the UFC MW Champion saying it… name another prospect that had so many gym stories
"Fighters fight" Huge respect for you Usman❤😊
Usman is a straight up dawg. Mad respect. I used to think he was dodging the kumshat fight but here he is chasing it
Usman is a savage. Love that him and Volk have the heart of a warrior for this sport. True people’s champs
Islam and Khamzat too
@@charlessnachez4248 yeah you’re right. Idk why I always look at is as only one side is stepping up to the challenge. All 4 competitors are facing a fighter that they didn’t train for.
@@DevExvius yeah specially that Islam is the one who’s risking his belt amongst the 4 but everyone is giving credit to Volk
This man has guts. I don't think anyone else would fight khamzat on short notice
Bo Nickal said he was upset he never got the call
@@ItsameAlexBo Nickal woulda threw Hamzat out the cage lmao
@@atlantaspiritno nickel would get fucked up 😂
he has huge balls, just like Volk
@@atlantaspiritStop it. Give Bo some time before you make claims like that, Promise there's someone out there who will give him problems. You saying the same shit about Bo that people was saying bout Khamzat before the Burns fight. Give Bo couple more fights against tougher comp first lol
He is the real BMF fighting a Boogeyman with f***ed up knees on 9 days notice... You are one of The GOATS Usman
All respect to Usman. Such a phenomenal fight. 🔥
Never been Kamarus biggest fan but props to him for taking the fight! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
You mean props to UFC for offering him a title shot at 185 if he wins to get him to take the fight. You really think he's just jumping in to save the card? Lol.
Muuch much Respect to my Champ forever PFP Number 1 in my eyes Usman i know you can do this and You've already done this not too long ago let's go Usman show to the world that they never should've Underestimate a guy that who has nothing to Lose but Everything to Gain ✊🏿
Respect to Kamaru win or lose.
I'm starting to like Kamaru Usman more and more. He's well spoken and respectful. I hope he wins this fight. True champion taking on a tough fight in 9 days notice. 👍
How could you not like him after decapitating masvidal?
Usman got this💪🏾 He seems real calm.
Kamaru talks like he’s telling a scary bedtime story
I heard one other person say this and it was Daniel Cormier 😂😂😂
Who?
Damn I’m actually worried after seeing this, man’s punch drunk and slurring like a muhfukka
The CTE will make him fearless and win!
@@treasuretrailslol.
Was thinking the same he never used to talk like that. Damage has sunk in
He speaks like he always speaks
this is how he talks
Kamaru is a beast. See you soon boy
Damn. I don't remember Kumaru having a bit of a lisp 😢.
I think that headkick did the same thing to him as what Jones' headkick did to D.C. 😞
Big respect to Usman going out on his shield.
Im surprised more people arent talking about it, hopefully its his jaw and not his brain
Leon changed his life and his speech pattern lmao 😂
This is honestly win win for Usman, especially if he was planning to stay at 170 for the time being..... He's gonna gain a bunch of fans win or lose and the UFC owe him big time for helping save the card.
I’ll be real I pretty much always been an Usman hater based mainly off how he started acting different after becoming champ…. But taking your first fight at 185 against an extremely high caliber opponent like Khamzat definitely made me respect him a hell of a lot more.
How was he acting after been a champion.
Like LL Cool J
He was #1 on the PvP list he could act how ever he wanted as champ
@@ambitiousproductions3224 I agree and I can feel whatever type of way I want about how he acts as well
You do realise that khamzat is also fighting someone with way way more accolades in Usman who’s one of the most dominant champs of all time. You act like this is not khamzats first fight at 185 as well against an even higher caliber person then himself
had never rooted for him before, wishing him all the best now, love the idea of seeing him retiring with two belts.
Hope! He's in shape and was training the whole time because I know Chimaev was getting it in 💯
You see who the real ones are. No excuses, warrior mindset.
Usman is one of the GOAT. Much respect to him for taking up this fight in 10 days notice.💯📈⬆️🔥
Chimaev vs Usman 🔥🔥🔥 CANNOT WAIT.
Give the man respect for saving the card.
When he was the welterweight champion, the division was so active and exciting 🎉❤
I like this version of Usman. His mindset is in the right place and he's defiantly gained humility and maturity. Very well spoken. I will be rooting for him in battle. I was never a fan of his but my opinion has changed. Give Khamzat hell.
Props to Usman for taking this fight in such short notice and in enemy teritory.
CAN'T WAIT, IT'S GONNA BE FIRE...🔥🔥🔥
Absolute mtfking BMF I love this Warrior man absolute Monster hats off to you both Kamaru Usman and Volkanovski you guys have the literal Heart of a Champion that's why you're Built different both mentally and both Physically, Skillfull guys
Why not mention Chimaev and Islam? Especially Islam he’s the champ giving a second chance to volk
Islam isn't giving shit to anyone, Dana calls the shots. But you would think Islam wants to redeem himself because a lot of people think he lost the last fight. I personally think it was a draw.@@charlessnachez4248
@@charlessnachez4248 Kmshot has been training for 7 Months what are u talking about lol Usman is the one who's coming in with 10 Days notice and he isn't the one who has been training for months
@@ibrahimoyunda6533 lol do you think Usman was lying on his couch? Of course he was training, they do it for living 🤡
Why’s he sound like Mike Tyson now?
😂😂😂 years of getting hit in the head helps..🙄
Yeah. Bro what the hell happened
Usman is a G!
I don’t think there are many guys who would take a fight with Khamzat on 10 days notice. I’m very excited to see the bout and how Usman looks at 185. Both these guys are really true middleweights that we’re cutting insane weight to make 170.
Usman donated so much money in the Nigeria 🇳🇬
Respect to the legend ❤
I'm glad he addressed the "he lost 2 in a row" issue because the first lost was a 99%win until he got caught with an amazing head kick...his performance in that fight was on par with every previous fight inspite of the one mistake
Yes, this. Was thinking the same. He has really lost one performance wise. Kamaru can defend Hamzats takedowns and I think it becomes a point fight. This is honestly more of a 50-50. Khamzat is not a Boogeyman against Kamaru at all.
he clearly lost the first round of the first leon fight, really not 99% then is it. Leon gassed because of altitude.
@@Lukeh947in the second round? because thats when usman started gaining momentum. He won the first round but it was a surprise trip and usman survived the sub attempts.
@@don-eladio usman won 2,3,4 no doubt. But Leon was gassing from altitude and clearly won the 1st dominantly. I’m just saying the narrative that usman was never in trouble except for the finishing sequence is a false narrative. It makes you wonder if these people even watched the fight. In the end it really doesn’t matter as Leon won both fights.
Usman has seem different since the Leon KO
Was literally thinking the same thing watching this.
Humbled.
His speech is off
@@ChiefX07his speech is the exact same
@@AliTonzonI hope you’re right
Hall of Famer no doubt 💪🏼🏴
Absolute stud and one of the greatest competitors in the history of mma.
Komaru is a crafty vet, a great wrestler and physical freak, putting my money and support on him 🇳🇬
So much respect to The Former Champion!
Dude has zero fear and is always confident in his abilities, I'm sure he knows he'll have to weather the early storm....and avoid the upper cut.
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Spoken like a true champion. Looking forward to this banger of a fight 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Never was a Usman fan but him stepping up 10 days notice made me a fan
Let’s go, Usman!!!!! I met him. He was so nice! He is a awesome human being.❤️💪
Man his lisp has been training too!
For the first time in years, I'm team Usman. More hope than expectation.
looks baked ASF
Good luck to both Usman & Volk. Respect to both for stepping up on short notice!!!
How can you not like and respect this dude. All he has accomplished. Going up in weight on very short notice to fight a monster up and coming potentially future champ. Im rooting for Usman. Gonna maybe be his toughest test though honestly
Am I the only one here to notice he has some sort of lisp after developing in his speech lol