Started wrestling at the age of 5. That there is the reason he is so good. So many times i see people saying "mountain genetics" when talking about Dagestanis disregarding the fact that they like Bo have been training their entire life.
I grew up swimming and to this day even if it's been years I can jump in a pool and be back in competition shape in about 2 weeks . All those muscle groups just come right back
His striking isn't THAT good though. He does have dynamite in his fists though for sure... The wrestling threat opens up opponents for the heavy shot a bit like Khabib
People who complain about Bo, or say he's overrated JUST DON'T GET IT. Is he invincible? No - neither is ANYONE. However, he's definitely one of the best of the best of the best athletes out there.
He is a wrestler, he used to move his body quickly as a unit, thus when hes striking hes fluid and fast and he is not telegraphing punches, and he closes distance so fast. Hes strikes are fast cause he closes his distance so fast. And man je has sam hard bones, cause he is much smaller than everyone else in same category, his opponents look like they are 2 times bigger...
that strike and then simultaneously grabbing the guys lead leg only to use the striking hand to follow up with a shove and take the guy down all in one motion was SICK
Read your comment before seeing it in the video. As soon as I saw it in the video, immediately came down to give a like. That "sick" deserved the all caps.
When I used to take chinese kenpo in the 80's, our sensei taught us to go from 1 motion to the next fluidly, instead of stiffness. I'm guessing Bo learned that philosophy as well.
BO GAINED FROM WHITE PRIVILEDGE HIS WHOLE LIFE AND NOTHING CHANGES IN THE UFC. DC FIRST FIGHT IN THE UFC WAS MMA FRANK MIR. BO'S DEBUT WAS JAIMIE NO LONGER IN THE UFC PICKETT
@@oldironsides4107 that still doesn’t disprove what I said. You can tell this dude lied about how long he’s been training to strike. He doesn’t strike me(get it ha) as someone who’s just picked up the sport. Also, his mom was a boxer, its in his blood and theres no denying that
Well said, its freakish how good he is at exactly what you said especially considering how that ability or talent or skill seems irrelevant to wrestling
You can see pretty quickly from the way he moves both standing up and on the ground that he's the real deal...very adaptable, always attacking...excited to see more of him
The second he announced his upcoming transition over to MMA, I was excited. We've seen great wrestlers in MMA, but he's truly one of the collegiate phenoms.
BO GAINED FROM WHITE PRIVILEDGE HIS WHOLE LIFE AND NOTHING CHANGES IN THE UFC. DC FIRST FIGHT IN THE UFC WAS MMA FRANK MIR. BO'S DEBUT WAS JAIMIE NO LONGER IN THE UFC PICKETT
@@bacsigabe29 what are YOU talking about? None of them have near the collegiate accomplishments that Nickal has, he is the best collegiate wrestler to ever go in to MMA. He was a runner up as a freshman and then champion x3.
I LOVE watching warriors in combat! I look forward to following his career! Anticipate great things from this young man as long as he stays focused on the goal and not distracted and corrupted by the money and fame!👍💪🙏
What excites me about Bo is that they're really pacing him gradually. His level of dedication to training and eliminating distractions and vices is commendable. He seems patient, calculated and committed to the long game.
Some people complain about Bo being ranked, or being on the main card. But the entire UFC roster is suspiciously quiet. No one is really calling him out outside of the top guys. If you don't like his rank or treatment, step up and do something about it.
Wow, this guy is next level. Nailing it in all aspects of his life. I especially like how he hit some failures in his life but just hangs in there and keeps moving forward, finding new ways to succeed.
I recall two knee kicks to the groin on one opponent and an elbow to the face of another in that "opponents he fought roster" shown in this PR flick. But overall, yah, he seems so far a legitimate fair fighter, a real quick demon, and able to repeatedly change strategies on the go when opportunities present themselves. 👍
Wrestlers actually tend to have dangerous hands They train their entire body including strong torso, legs and thighs... that's where the power of a punch generates
If you have ever trained, you know Bo is going to be difficult to take out. His muscle memory is second to none. His chin is what people need to see. I'm looking forward to watching his career.
@@fredfred4086 well knocking everyone out in the first round would compensate it quite well, but i guess i get ur point in that it will make the difference between his stats being 40 - 1 or 30 - 10
Yeah, hopefully, he doesn't have a glass jaw. There are plenty of amazing guys that just can't hang due to being overly prone to being knocked out. I remember when Liddell's jaw suddenly became his kryptonite later in his career.
This guy is one of the most impressive wrestler/fighters I have ever seen.....a few minutes later, this guys is the most impressive fighter I have ever seen!
@@JONELMixvidkalingapfans Words are cheap, you probably just don't give white fighters the same respect as other races, that is the narrow minded narrative for these days, plus it's the low hanging fruit for narrow minds. lol
This Bo guy is the real deal, he has earned his way into the ranking. I wish him continued success in upcoming fights and, you can't take anything away from his desire to be the best.
@@kpfeiffer8775 do you not think that they said that about every up and coming fighter?? He is the new generation of fighters that is coming lol. And he's only been in MMA for a year and a half, obviously he needs more experience. But did you not see that all his fights are first round victories? Dude has potential.
You said it perfect. He doesn't need to do it. It would be nice to have a champ the opposite end of McGregor. Why should McGregor care? He needs to let it go. We all can't ride the wave indefinitely. No one can. For God sakes look at Madonna. That's a travisty.
It’s the opposition. He’s a great wrestler. The more he’s on his feet the worse off he will be. He’s an exciting prospect. But when fans view his striking as out of this world it’s no wonder how the ufc is selling women’s fugvts. When you are shocked by Bo nickal da striking.
@@shawskeebennett1440 many beat him in striking. He’s a complete novice who started in his mid 20s. He’s an awesome prospect. His striking isn’t great it’s the lack of opposition he’s fighting. And he better not rely on striking but I think he’s smarter than that and should get out of what he’s better than everyone at
@@jamescampbell4334 He wasn't trying to get into anyone's head, he is too stupid for that. He does it in a cowardly way too. If you think you can beat a guy, say it with your chest. Not "I don't know man, this guy isn't that good"...Coward.
This guy is unstoppable. HIs understanding of reading his opponents weaknesses on the fly and reacting simultaneously is actually terrifying. His quickness and relentlessness is literally killer. That guy will break you down until you show respect. Really excited to see more of Bo. Truly a warrior.
Bro the way he bounced in *strike* bounce out, bounce in *strike* bounce out, keeping absolute control of the spacing and landing fkn BLOWS was crazy! Dude is a crazy good striker already
8:31 damnnn, that's sportsmanship and respect. He felt his opponent might tap out, he released that hand even with the risk of him (Bo) getting punched in the face.
Him and his crew sparred at my gym one time, and those guys could not have been nicer to us. They all had cauliflower ears and looked very serious (and scary lol), but they were so so so polite and courteous to us, regular practitioners, they instantly earned my respect! Good luck to Bo Nickal!!!
yeah that strike and then simultaneously grabbing the guys lead leg only to use the striking hand to follow up with a shove and take the guy down all in one motion was SICK
@@DFrizzleNizzleyeah definitely an illegal knee. They should have at least been separated until his opponent felt good to continue like they usually do. Looks like the judge just missed it, and it definitely lead to him ultimately getting submitted. Fortunately, it doesn’t look like the knee was intentionally aimed for the nuts, I think he was clearly aiming for inner thigh.
I’m excited about this young man. I watched him wrestle and thought him to be the finest, most competent wrestler in the nation. I worry about what MMA can do to his personal convictions, but he is a very strong young man, mentally as well as physically. Good luck son.
@@travisdeppe9172 I'm not gonna debate Gordon's skills, he's clearly the goat, but the triangle and the suplex were completely isolated from each other. Gordon wasn't doing anything but disrespecting Bo when he got suplexed, and it could've cost him the match.
Very informative little documentary on Bo Nickal. I had heard the name, watched his UFC fights but that was about my knowledge on him. I was initially confused on how he got on the main card of UFC 300 but I am now on the hype train after watching this!
@@warrax111 I've been watching him since he was a wrestler in highschool and his MMA career is 5 fight in one year! Maybe look it up! I could be wrong but well no I'm not 🤣🤣🤣
@@warrax111 I'm only responding to you saying 1 fight a year when his 5 fights so far were in One Year and he's 5-0 ! That means nothing because he hasn't really faced anyone but as a fan I'm kind of excited to see how far he can go and maybe I'm pushing it by saying it'll be great but a definitive answer of No before anything has even happened is more bold of a claim than me saying this is going to be great! I'll hold back my enthusiasm and we'll just see how things play out
People can say what they want. Several clips showed him telling the official the other guy was out or tapping. Unlike some he is there to win not destroy his opponents long term. I respect sportsmanship.
Definitely an inspiration for young men everywhere....works hard , dedicated to his wife , family and the Lord...and he keeps his nose clean...YAY FOR THIS YOUNG MAN !!!!
Yep. Couldn't get the takedown like he is accustomed to, so, he played dirty with a clearly deliberate nut shot that somehow went unnoticed by all. Dana White privilege will cause selective blindness, as usual. FEED HIM MORE CANS!!!!!
Because he beat some guy who lost 5 last fights in ufc (even to some fighters that are not UFC caliber at all like Tiululin) and some complete noname who came in on 4 days notice? Yeah, will take all belts from middleweight to heavyweight and then beat AJ in boxing also. Like for real, his opponents in UFC have 0-7 in their last 7 fights in UFC. Sure, UFC is trying to skyrocket and hype Bo but let's wait for him face competition that is _actually_ UFC level and not people who are "just kick this guy out of the promotion" material.
@@МихаилЧалый-щ3ж Yeah UFC matchmaking is really dodgy at times. Instead of pairing with another dangerous upcomer in Ikram aliskerov or Bruno, they give him a guy whos lost 3/5 last fights and a guy whos lost 4/5 last fights. Regardless, I think he's going to be in the top 10-15 1-2 years from now
He is one bad ass man. Freestyle wrestling demands the highest level of conditioning. I like wrestlers in MMA, they are the most entertaining to watch. NEO X
@@jmontgomery1178 disagree. He moves like a lw at mw. Mw wrestling is traditionally slow and grindy. Bo is probably the most explosive mw I’ve ever seen. Reminds me of jacare when he was young. so fast. scary.
Now that i just read your comment, i had to mention this fact. about 10 or11 months back i was in the Penn st. area at a "sheetz gas station" getting gas and notice these real two SHADY cats seriously eyeing and approaching a man (with his back exposed to these tattooed faced fools) putting his little baby in the back seat. I then, very aggressively told those shady tatt wearers to back up and don't even think about it. They immediately backed up and walked away, it was a week later that i realized it WAS Bo putting his baby in the backseat. He had NO CLUE this TRUE event even happened, my point is that i'm SO GLAD i was there at that very moment !! Best wishes to you and yours and stay safe out there.
@@odinm5331 T.y. man, i like to think so. Both these guys had tatts on there faces and necks and i didnt like the way they were eyeballing and approaching him while his back was turned and there was a baby involved. I did not know it was Bo at that moment, it was only when it was over and he turned around that i recognized him. As a lifelong martial artist myself since 69, i was always taught to practice and have a very keen situational awareness. That attribute HAS saved me and others many times over the decades. Very best wishes to you and yours brother.
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Only thing I can say is, you do not broadcast your intentions, you do not bask in glory for victories yet unwon, and you stay humble, authentic, focused, connected, present, and silent as your journey unfolds. That is how a master handles himself.
Part of that was marketing and making sure that he was getting the attention of Dana White. He's not just a fighter. This is his job. And in this line of work, challenging other people explicitly is one way to get more work (i.e., fights). It has been done that way for a long time in different fighting sports. Calling out the next guy you want, etc. Sounds dumb, but that's how they do it. People who watch this are watching people trying to kick the crap out of others. But if they say, "I'm better than you," they get all annoyed like the guy should be humbler. It's weird. haha
"He landed a right" - Video shows him landing a left "He came out southpaw" - Video shows him coming out orthodox Did the narrator watch this in reverse?
Did the Narrator watch this in reverse? 😭😭😭💀💀 IM DEAD!! I probably find this way funnier than it is but for some reason I was bent over about to fall down laughing. I just wasn't waiting for that at the end it caught me off guard and almost KO'd me LMFAO 😂😂😂 good shit man
He has shown me he is definitely a very hard worker with a good mindset and is brave hearted so he is a champion caliber warrior very diligent and spartan
Honestly, I think most of the trash talk is just him understanding the "hype game". I could be wrong, but I think he only does the trash talk to raise drama/awareness and increase purses. It's a tried and true formula many competitors use.
He's already a master of footwork and distance management but from a wrestling perspective rather than striker roots like an Anderson Silva and I think its translating into MMA super well. His takedown threat and great feinting is opening guys up for some well thrown bombs. Reminds me of Dan Henderson, but way more agile.
Here’s a man to be admired and respected as a man I try living my life the same. When all is washed it’s your family that is the measure of you as a man!
He has 5 fights…his opponents so far have been so scared of the takedowns they wind up getting clipped. I do want to see him go up against tougher competition.
If I had to pick only one prior martial arts discipline, I would choose wrestling/grappling. Ben Askren was dominant but not the wrestler Bo is. Once Askren was signed by the UFC, he was already due for bilateral hip replacements.
I don’t think he’s intentionally replicating khabib, but who knows as I don’t know everything about this man Bo. But it seems they are genuinely similar in nature. They display an elevated sense of awareness and clarity, allowing them to posses extreme discipline and channel their energy to the mastery of their craft. Plus men of god, and that’s massive imo. This is all my opinion, but it sounds like we genuinely agree and I’m just yappin I admit lol
Started wrestling at the age of 5. That there is the reason he is so good.
So many times i see people saying "mountain genetics" when talking about Dagestanis disregarding the fact that they like Bo have been training their entire life.
Yup a child's muscle memory is far more obtainable, it's the same thing in professional pool. Most of the greats started at 5, like Effren Rayes.
Bo meat riders😂😂
Many start when they were 5 and are trash af
I grew up swimming and to this day even if it's been years I can jump in a pool and be back in competition shape in about 2 weeks . All those muscle groups just come right back
@@Ghostkid6598youre cringe
For someone who only wrestled most of his life his striking is unreal. He is definitely a champion material. Can't wait to see more of him
His striking isn't THAT good though. He does have dynamite in his fists though for sure...
The wrestling threat opens up opponents for the heavy shot a bit like Khabib
People who complain about Bo, or say he's overrated JUST DON'T GET IT.
Is he invincible? No - neither is ANYONE. However, he's definitely one of the best of the best of the best athletes out there.
His striking is assss wtf are you watching 😂😂😂😂
@@Jaymoneyfrom229Yeah it is ass just cuz he koed somone in 30 seconds doesn't mean shit İzzy would ko him in 3 seconds
@@Jaymoneyfrom229 🤣🤣🤣 If you bet on Bo every time, you're going to come out Waaaaay ahead.
Damn, he’s a bad dude.👊 This dude doesn’t drink, doesn’t party, dedicated to his craft. I’m a fan.
I like him even more knowing he looks up to the Eagle
This is what it takes to Live the lifestyle to be the BEST, period! 💯💯💯
The craft in question: fighting cans
@@tj-mb3fycrazy how someone with less than a years experience in the sport doesn't get matched up with top 10 fighters immediately 😂😂😂
@@fiddynutz68 he don’t care enough about you for you to be defending him this aggressively
His wrestling instincts and reflexes are phenomenal.
His striking is impressive. You can tell he is a natural striker.
He is a wrestler, he used to move his body quickly as a unit, thus when hes striking hes fluid and fast and he is not telegraphing punches, and he closes distance so fast. Hes strikes are fast cause he closes his distance so fast. And man je has sam hard bones, cause he is much smaller than everyone else in same category, his opponents look like they are 2 times bigger...
Absolutely. Outstanding fighter.
Well his mom was an amateur boxer. So he has natural fighting ability all around!!
This type of fighter with hands that had a wrestling background is the new generation
@colinholzmann1586
These youngsters are nothing like what one would expect from the new generation. Thank God.
that strike and then simultaneously grabbing the guys lead leg only to use the striking hand to follow up with a shove and take the guy down all in one motion was SICK
Read your comment before seeing it in the video. As soon as I saw it in the video, immediately came down to give a like. That "sick" deserved the all caps.
I watched that in slow-mo several times just to appreciate how clean and beautiful it was. SICK indeed.
Exactlly what i thought too. SICK!
Its at 8:30 btw
When I used to take chinese kenpo in the 80's, our sensei taught us to go from 1 motion to the next fluidly, instead of stiffness. I'm guessing Bo learned that philosophy as well.
And he says the biggest goal is to be a great husband and father. Cheering for him 100%
That says a lot about his character.
It's not always easy for sure, I commend him
his ego proves otherwise, literally shredded his ACL trying to grapple the top BJJ grappler....
@@MrNormallanokay norm
@@MrNormallan how does anything you said prove anything otherwise?
This guy has an incredible understanding of distance while striking and the difference between him and his opponents reach. Good lord what a monster
lol. He’s fought a couple homeless guys and hated Gordon.
Of course he looks good. He’s a prospect against complete bums
BO GAINED FROM WHITE PRIVILEDGE HIS WHOLE LIFE AND NOTHING CHANGES IN THE UFC. DC FIRST FIGHT IN THE UFC WAS MMA FRANK MIR. BO'S DEBUT WAS JAIMIE NO LONGER IN THE UFC PICKETT
@@oldironsides4107 that still doesn’t disprove what I said. You can tell this dude lied about how long he’s been training to strike. He doesn’t strike me(get it ha) as someone who’s just picked up the sport. Also, his mom was a boxer, its in his blood and theres no denying that
Well said, its freakish how good he is at exactly what you said especially considering how that ability or talent or skill seems irrelevant to wrestling
His striking is amateur at best
Now that's a man of conviction! Wish you the best young man!
Which conviction is that? Agreeing with your world view and not beating anyone on his level of which there are many?
@@gordonlove5121 No, his conviction to be the top in his game. Why triggered?
He's got amazing footwork for the striking. Able to move in, deliver a strike and be back out very quickly over and over. Impressive stuff.
I think it’s from being so quick with wrestling. He is so fast!
@@Jesusluvsmeandyou 100%
You can see pretty quickly from the way he moves both standing up and on the ground that he's the real deal...very adaptable, always attacking...excited to see more of him
The second he announced his upcoming transition over to MMA, I was excited. We've seen great wrestlers in MMA, but he's truly one of the collegiate phenoms.
He's a top level grappler with hands AND he doesn't party.
BO GAINED FROM WHITE PRIVILEDGE HIS WHOLE LIFE AND NOTHING CHANGES IN THE UFC. DC FIRST FIGHT IN THE UFC WAS MMA FRANK MIR. BO'S DEBUT WAS JAIMIE NO LONGER IN THE UFC PICKETT
There also is a top level teakwondo guy who transitioned to mma and won every round in his first round
@@bacsigabe29 what are YOU talking about? None of them have near the collegiate accomplishments that Nickal has, he is the best collegiate wrestler to ever go in to MMA. He was a runner up as a freshman and then champion x3.
@@KdaB79 he got his ass kicked on the international wrestling level though. Still a really, really good wrestler but not highest level.
I LOVE watching warriors in combat! I look forward to following his career! Anticipate great things from this young man as long as he stays focused on the goal and not distracted and corrupted by the money and fame!👍💪🙏
What excites me about Bo is that they're really pacing him gradually. His level of dedication to training and eliminating distractions and vices is commendable. He seems patient, calculated and committed to the long game.
Yeah his potential is scarey and honesty unknown. I wouksnt be surpised if he's spoken of as a goat in ten years.
"Pacing him graduallly" aka feeding him absolute BUMS. Imagine bo fighting anyone with a serious record. Lol.
@@BIG_G_512 he got on DWCS with literally 1 pro fight. what did you expect?
@LC-jq7vn you're the same idiot who said the same thing about Sean Omally. Now look where he is at.
@@BIG_G_512 Bo has 5 mma fights. I'm curious who do you think he should fight?
Some people complain about Bo being ranked, or being on the main card. But the entire UFC roster is suspiciously quiet. No one is really calling him out outside of the top guys. If you don't like his rank or treatment, step up and do something about it.
Ikram called him out. Bo is ducking him.
American MMAs "great white hope" lol
Kevin Holland offered to fight him on short notice
Been dodging me 😈
@@haxed_3613Bo has 5 mma fights. Of course Ikram who is veteran at this point wants to fight him early before he gets better
Wow, this guy is next level. Nailing it in all aspects of his life. I especially like how he hit some failures in his life but just hangs in there and keeps moving forward, finding new ways to succeed.
I used to be a fan, now I’m an air conditioner.
Same 😂 I didn’t realize Bo had the hands, I just was a fan of his wrestling.
That’s cool!😂🥶
I used to drink, I still do, but I used to too.
@@frijoli9579
It took me 3 wipes to find out I only needed 2. 😢
Chilling
Always refreshing to see an up and coming star with class and character. Dude uses those long arms like laser guided missiles.
Wow, the technical skill is insane. So quick and fluid as he moves from 1 position to another.
Kicks are amateur like Yellow Belt
@@sangbeom6245talking boo-boo
Holycrap... watching him is amazing. Its like his move overlaps the next one. Very smooth and well connected transition, striking included
Flows like water.
Great competitor with strong family values. Nothing but best wishes for him and his family.
Good husband, good dad. that got me, im a Bo Nickal fan now
Same
Separate the art from the artist
this has nothing to do with his skills or abilities in mma
Glazer
Don't know how you could call him a good dad, with the kind of shit he's said about how he was treated as a child and he thinks it's a good thing?
Brilliant! Very much looking forward to watching Nickal in the UFC over the coming years.
This guy is a true role model for the sport. Hopes he stays humble and always fights clean with good sportsmanship, respecting his opponents
he is definitely not humble , cocky as hell, but ok
"Stays humble "???? Asshat. 😂😂😂😂
I recall two knee kicks to the groin on one opponent and an elbow to the face of another in that "opponents he fought roster" shown in this PR flick. But overall, yah, he seems so far a legitimate fair fighter, a real quick demon, and able to repeatedly change strategies on the go when opportunities present themselves. 👍
Epitome of a True warrior....
Familia First
Fight follow
Forever
FFFFF
phht
The UFC needs this dude to hold that belt bad! He's frign awesome!
He’s got dangerous hands which is rare for an elite wrestler. That’s what makes Bo such a great mma fighter
Dangerous hands against taxi drivers😭
he cut those opponents to precise
next khabib.. boxing and wrestling best combination formma
Wrestlers actually tend to have dangerous hands
They train their entire body including strong torso, legs and thighs... that's where the power of a punch generates
Also their hand eye coordination at Bo's level is so well trained, so their punches are very accurate@@abhir7823
If you have ever trained, you know Bo is going to be difficult to take out. His muscle memory is second to none. His chin is what people need to see. I'm looking forward to watching his career.
indeed
Fair comment, if he has a glass chin, no amount of skill will compensate.
@@fredfred4086 well knocking everyone out in the first round would compensate it quite well, but i guess i get ur point in that it will make the difference between his stats being 40 - 1 or 30 - 10
Being a wrestler since 5 he’s taken countless blows to the head. I think he’s good
Yeah, hopefully, he doesn't have a glass jaw. There are plenty of amazing guys that just can't hang due to being overly prone to being knocked out.
I remember when Liddell's jaw suddenly became his kryptonite later in his career.
This guy is one of the most impressive wrestler/fighters I have ever seen.....a few minutes later, this guys is the most impressive fighter I have ever seen!
Lol hel he's opponent is a taxi drivers. He is not a champion. He lose if he fight top 10
@@JONELMixvidkalingapfans Words are cheap, you probably just don't give white fighters the same respect as other races, that is the narrow minded narrative for these days, plus it's the low hanging fruit for narrow minds. lol
He's the next generation. Pure business. I'm a fan!
This Bo guy is the real deal, he has earned his way into the ranking. I wish him continued success in upcoming fights and, you can't take anything away from his desire to be the best.
This Young Man has Heart and Class!!!
He has read hair
He has a language in his hair?
Talking massive trash and hitting the nut of the opponent? Oh my what a class indeed
he will get derailed when they actually put him against a ranked fighter
@@kpfeiffer8775 do you not think that they said that about every up and coming fighter?? He is the new generation of fighters that is coming lol. And he's only been in MMA for a year and a half, obviously he needs more experience. But did you not see that all his fights are first round victories? Dude has potential.
Love how diverse his wrestling style is. Ready to mold it for any opponent
So fast and decisive. dude's special
You can tell in his interviews that he wants to sound as tough as he is in the ring, but in his heart he’s a polite Texas boy.
You said it perfect. He doesn't need to do it. It would be nice to have a champ the opposite end of McGregor. Why should McGregor care? He needs to let it go. We all can't ride the wave indefinitely. No one can. For God sakes look at Madonna. That's a travisty.
That footwork is unreal. He moves about that ring without even moving his legs!!
He's really good at moving them into the groins of his opponents.
@@boneroaster88j7stfu he literally had one questionable moment in his hole career. You’ll die a hater
@@boneroaster88j7 lol cope
@@boneroaster88j7 ah f no way. Is he a nutbuster? Kinda guilty of that myself as a vertically challenged southpaw 🙈🙈🙈
@@BrenTenn his first ufc fight was nutshot into takedown in the first 10 seconds
The accuracy of this guy is out of this world
It’s the opposition. He’s a great wrestler. The more he’s on his feet the worse off he will be.
He’s an exciting prospect. But when fans view his striking as out of this world it’s no wonder how the ufc is selling women’s fugvts. When you are shocked by Bo nickal da striking.
If his accuracy is so amazing, are you saying he throw that knee low on purpose before taking his opponent down in his ufc debut?
@@oldironsides4107who beats me in striking? lol. It ain’t happening yet. It won’t. This guy will only get better.
@@shawskeebennett1440 many beat him in striking. He’s a complete novice who started in his mid 20s.
He’s an awesome prospect. His striking isn’t great it’s the lack of opposition he’s fighting.
And he better not rely on striking but I think he’s smarter than that and should get out of what he’s better than everyone at
But he ain't no khamzat . Wait and she when khamzat takes him down and every American think he's the shit
The slow mo really shows just how slick his movements are when he's wrestling. It's like hes thinking twice as fast anyone else
Great husband and great father are most important..... I just became a HUGE Bo Nickal fan just on that.
Agreed. That alone made me a fan. Its refreshing to go from trash-talk-to-win Conor era type shit to watching a respectable and respectful person.
His dad was my high school weight lifting coach, met Bo in middle school and was already teaching him
@@zanerasmussen8889 Respectful person? He has talked shit about everyone.
@@AntiZionistsEatShit
News flash. Getting inside an opponents head is part of the game.
Go back to watching badminton.
@@jamescampbell4334 He wasn't trying to get into anyone's head, he is too stupid for that. He does it in a cowardly way too. If you think you can beat a guy, say it with your chest. Not "I don't know man, this guy isn't that good"...Coward.
This guy is unstoppable. HIs understanding of reading his opponents weaknesses on the fly and reacting simultaneously is actually terrifying. His quickness and relentlessness is literally killer. That guy will break you down until you show respect. Really excited to see more of Bo. Truly a warrior.
Bro the way he bounced in *strike* bounce out, bounce in *strike* bounce out, keeping absolute control of the spacing and landing fkn BLOWS was crazy! Dude is a crazy good striker already
This guy is the total package. He’s got the skills and the right attitude. I hope he goes all the way.
8:31 damnnn, that's sportsmanship and respect. He felt his opponent might tap out, he released that hand even with the risk of him (Bo) getting punched in the face.
It looks like Bo Nikel's fights are in fast-forward. He is so explosive, quick, and powerful.
Hes ridiculous, powerful and accurate. Look out middleweights, the hype seems very real to me.
If only more people could fight the good fight as hard as he does. We will get there. Thank you for setting the highest standard, Bo.
It's good to see a fighter who has wrestling for his foundation again.
Thats a great thing to say, about its cooler to be a good dad. What a guy.
Right now this is my favourite RUclips channel no BS! Bo is a beast!
I think you could beat him if you decided to train
I look forward to seeing more of this guy. Seems like the real deal.
Him and his crew sparred at my gym one time, and those guys could not have been nicer to us. They all had cauliflower ears and looked very serious (and scary lol), but they were so so so polite and courteous to us, regular practitioners, they instantly earned my respect! Good luck to Bo Nickal!!!
It's great to see a fighter that lives the life of a dedicated warrior!😀
What a graceful and talented warrior. I'm looking forward to seeing more of his bouts
I followed bo while he was in college....now I can't wait for what's next!
Loved watching Bo at Penn State. He's a true warrior. I wish him nothing but luck & great things! 👊💪
I ve never seen anyone combine wrestling with boxing like he does. It's like he made them into one. Amazing!
yeah that strike and then simultaneously grabbing the guys lead leg only to use the striking hand to follow up with a shove and take the guy down all in one motion was SICK
@@brianbailey462 Exactly! I have never seen anyone combine such moves with such a flawless execution.
@@lefiosalex hahah seriously.. can you imagine getting halfway getting your bell rung as your being taken down to the ground??? Geez.. devastating
@@brianbailey462 Poor guys facing that man are in for a surprise lol
Illa topuria
“Unsettling the foe with a nutcracker” 😂😂 9:28
yeah ....What!?
Low key cheated 💀💀💀
@@DFrizzleNizzleyeah definitely an illegal knee. They should have at least been separated until his opponent felt good to continue like they usually do. Looks like the judge just missed it, and it definitely lead to him ultimately getting submitted.
Fortunately, it doesn’t look like the knee was intentionally aimed for the nuts, I think he was clearly aiming for inner thigh.
@@Goofygoobatron agreed don't think this knee makes much of a difference in the long run unless Pickett caught him afterwards early on.
Look at opponent's eyes.. I think it affected the fight. 😬😳
This dude is dangerous. Love his style.
I’m excited about this young man. I watched him wrestle and thought him to be the finest, most competent wrestler in the nation. I worry about what MMA can do to his personal convictions, but he is a very strong young man, mentally as well as physically.
Good luck son.
That suplex on Gordon was so gangster.
and gordons triangle choke was even more gangster. Gordon was begging to be suplexed and Bo fell for it.
@@travisdeppe9172 and gordong taking peds is even more gangster
@@cac9926exactly, crazy how juicing is totally fine in BJJ
@@travisdeppe9172 Bo's first JJ match. He lasted over 10 minutes with the worlds best. That says a lot for Bo
@@travisdeppe9172 I'm not gonna debate Gordon's skills, he's clearly the goat, but the triangle and the suplex were completely isolated from each other. Gordon wasn't doing anything but disrespecting Bo when he got suplexed, and it could've cost him the match.
Bo Nickal is potentially the most awesome fighter I have seen to date... He has it all... mark my words!!
his movement is insane not many use footwork and flows like that in mma makes his striking freakin good at such an early level in his career.. WOW.
Very informative little documentary on Bo Nickal. I had heard the name, watched his UFC fights but that was about my knowledge on him. I was initially confused on how he got on the main card of UFC 300 but I am now on the hype train after watching this!
u know how but i wont say it.. at any rate everyone is explosive and a new top contender when they hook up with Dana...
@punako268 what are you even saying
Bo‘s a damn phenom ❤
GREAT FIGHTER, UFC SHOULD GIVE HIM MORE FIGHTS.
TOP MAN
Bo is the real deal. Love watching him. Not just that morally he where he needs to be. Stay the course Bo.
I've been watching Bo since his high school days! This is going to be great
Me too... He beat my son at a tournament.. 😆
Really? One match per year?
He's not even champion.
He will be very soon kicked out out of UFC, for idling.
@@warrax111 I've been watching him since he was a wrestler in highschool and his MMA career is 5 fight in one year! Maybe look it up! I could be wrong but well no I'm not 🤣🤣🤣
@@jqths1974 he is good wrestler
but I'm speaking about MMA, UFC.
You have expectations.
"This will be great"
no.
@@warrax111 I'm only responding to you saying 1 fight a year when his 5 fights so far were in One Year and he's 5-0 ! That means nothing because he hasn't really faced anyone but as a fan I'm kind of excited to see how far he can go and maybe I'm pushing it by saying it'll be great but a definitive answer of No before anything has even happened is more bold of a claim than me saying this is going to be great! I'll hold back my enthusiasm and we'll just see how things play out
People can say what they want. Several clips showed him telling the official the other guy was out or tapping. Unlike some he is there to win not destroy his opponents long term.
I respect sportsmanship.
MAN! He is fast! What a great role model. God bless him. I'm a new fan....
This lad is an example to all of humanity of focus, dignity and goodness of spirit
This was a well done mini-doc
We Love BO! Let's watch him go undefeated!
You do a great job of narrating these videos.
If you live a pure life, nothing will corrupt you. May he reign as a champion.
Freestyle wrestling is absolutely the best foundation for the UFC.
i root for this guy
Definitely an inspiration for young men everywhere....works hard , dedicated to his wife , family and the Lord...and he keeps his nose clean...YAY FOR THIS YOUNG MAN !!!!
Exciting to watch this fighter, he's earned his ufc spot. 👏
9:28 "Unsettling the foe with a nutcracker". You said that like it was fine, not illegal or underhanded at all.
Yep. Couldn't get the takedown like he is accustomed to, so, he played dirty with a clearly deliberate nut shot that somehow went unnoticed by all. Dana White privilege will cause selective blindness, as usual. FEED HIM MORE CANS!!!!!
My favorite fighter. He's heading for the belt.
He won't get the belt. He will be same as paddy
Because he beat some guy who lost 5 last fights in ufc (even to some fighters that are not UFC caliber at all like Tiululin) and some complete noname who came in on 4 days notice? Yeah, will take all belts from middleweight to heavyweight and then beat AJ in boxing also.
Like for real, his opponents in UFC have 0-7 in their last 7 fights in UFC. Sure, UFC is trying to skyrocket and hype Bo but let's wait for him face competition that is _actually_ UFC level and not people who are "just kick this guy out of the promotion" material.
@@МихаилЧалый-щ3ж Yeah UFC matchmaking is really dodgy at times. Instead of pairing with another dangerous upcomer in Ikram aliskerov or Bruno, they give him a guy whos lost 3/5 last fights and a guy whos lost 4/5 last fights. Regardless, I think he's going to be in the top 10-15 1-2 years from now
@@sheikmohamed5598 paddy was a no-name before UFC, bo is different
@sheikmohamed5598 Same thing was said about Sean Omally for years. Look where he's at now. Stfu
He is one bad ass man. Freestyle wrestling demands the highest level of conditioning. I like wrestlers in MMA, they are the most entertaining to watch. NEO X
This guy proves if you set a goal and work very hard you can be successful. A good clean life will never let you down.
He looks like a good prospect, but he hasn't been tested yet. Looking forward to see more from this guy.
Yeah, he needs to improve if he’s to have a chance with the top guys. Those leg kicks were not good!
I think the same. How well will he get himself out of a strong striking opponent. His speed and complexity aren't there. Kinda awkward on his feet.
@@jmontgomery1178 Yeah we will see how he does against someone that can stuff his takedowns with a good stand up game.
@@jmontgomery1178 disagree. He moves like a lw at mw. Mw wrestling is traditionally slow and grindy. Bo is probably the most explosive mw I’ve ever seen. Reminds me of jacare when he was young. so fast. scary.
He hasn't been *fully* tested yet. It's not like he's been beating up guys in the park.
I'm waiting for this guy to develop his kicking game to become the true total package.
The world needs more Bo Nickals!
Carter Starocci
Roman Bravo-Young
@@xzjayz7925 they follow the example that Bo set for them. Good for them.
US needs more Bo Nickals.
@@ChandraChandra-wx9em Yes, all of the West, and the world
its awesome to see how respectfully he releases directly after taps from opponents.
Yeah how he executes his nutcrackers too 9:28....
Nickal's isn't going to be a father soon: he's already a father. Congrats, dude. Keep up the good work.
Now that i just read your comment, i had to mention this fact. about 10 or11 months back i was in the Penn st. area at a "sheetz gas station" getting gas and notice these real two SHADY cats seriously eyeing and approaching a man (with his back exposed to these tattooed faced fools) putting his little baby in the back seat. I then, very aggressively told those shady tatt wearers to back up and don't even think about it. They immediately backed up and walked away, it was a week later that i realized it WAS Bo putting his baby in the backseat. He had NO CLUE this TRUE event even happened, my point is that i'm SO GLAD i was there at that very moment !! Best wishes to you and yours and stay safe out there.
@@shanghunter7697Nice man your awesome. I think you saved those guys from Bo 😂
@@odinm5331 T.y. man, i like to think so. Both these guys had tatts on there faces and necks and i didnt like the way they were eyeballing and approaching him while his back was turned and there was a baby involved. I did not know it was Bo at that moment, it was only when it was over and he turned around that i recognized him. As a lifelong martial artist myself since 69, i was always taught to practice and have a very keen situational awareness. That attribute HAS saved me and others many times over the decades. Very best wishes to you and yours brother.
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Wrestled this guy back in HS when he was at Allen HS. Guy was just so technically sound, no weaknesses. Had no idea the dude was in the UFC now.
Only thing I can say is, you do not broadcast your intentions, you do not bask in glory for victories yet unwon, and you stay humble, authentic, focused, connected, present, and silent as your journey unfolds. That is how a master handles himself.
Yea, I'm sure you live up to your own expectations....
Part of that was marketing and making sure that he was getting the attention of Dana White. He's not just a fighter. This is his job. And in this line of work, challenging other people explicitly is one way to get more work (i.e., fights). It has been done that way for a long time in different fighting sports. Calling out the next guy you want, etc. Sounds dumb, but that's how they do it. People who watch this are watching people trying to kick the crap out of others. But if they say, "I'm better than you," they get all annoyed like the guy should be humbler. It's weird. haha
Gifted striker gifted gifted 🙏🏽
"He landed a right" - Video shows him landing a left
"He came out southpaw" - Video shows him coming out orthodox
Did the narrator watch this in reverse?
Did the Narrator watch this in reverse? 😭😭😭💀💀 IM DEAD!!
I probably find this way funnier than it is but for some reason I was bent over about to fall down laughing. I just wasn't waiting for that at the end it caught me off guard and almost KO'd me LMFAO 😂😂😂 good shit man
I'm glad someone else was paying attention to that 😂 I was so frikin confused when dude was saying that lmao
Damn I saw this after I commented lol. Funny how a ton of voice over commentary gets this wrong a lot.
No, but they used a mirror...🤔
could be the video we see is mirrored in order to bypass auto copyright claims
He has shown me he is definitely a very hard worker with a good mindset and is brave hearted so he is a champion caliber warrior very diligent and spartan
It's not his hand, it's his feet. Those are quick movements and generating power from the legs up.
He's not arrogant, it's called confidence.
Fax. Arrogance always comes from a lie, while Confidence is just the truth. Because it can be proven. Over and over again.
Arrogance and confidence aren't mutually exclusive
@dreadjack117 in certain scenarios they absolutely are. Quit playing dumb.
Nothing wrong with a little arrogance..IF you can back it up...but you right in what you say mate..👍🏴🇺🇸
Honestly, I think most of the trash talk is just him understanding the "hype game".
I could be wrong, but I think he only does the trash talk to raise drama/awareness and increase purses. It's a tried and true formula many competitors use.
He's already a master of footwork and distance management but from a wrestling perspective rather than striker roots like an Anderson Silva and I think its translating into MMA super well. His takedown threat and great feinting is opening guys up for some well thrown bombs. Reminds me of Dan Henderson, but way more agile.
Here’s a man to be admired and respected as a man I try living my life the same. When all is washed it’s your family that is the measure of you as a man!
He has 5 fights…his opponents so far have been so scared of the takedowns they wind up getting clipped. I do want to see him go up against tougher competition.
no doubt it will happen but its all about learning at this early stage, will be good following his progress.
Who wants to see him face Trudeau?
The Canadian prime minister?
Thats what im saying 😂😂
@@geoffn54 hope so!
lol what a weird comment...
Justin Trudeau?
Bo looks like Kyle Snyder in that thumbnail… bet he has some knockout power too… need to get him in MMA
Bo Nickal is the real deal, a pleasure to see how he knocks out his opponents or submit them.
anyone replicating a Khabib path is one to not underestimate. Wrestlers are actually the most dangerous combaters
If I had to pick only one prior martial arts discipline, I would choose wrestling/grappling. Ben Askren was dominant but not the wrestler Bo is. Once Askren was signed by the UFC, he was already due for bilateral hip replacements.
I don’t think he’s intentionally replicating khabib, but who knows as I don’t know everything about this man Bo.
But it seems they are genuinely similar in nature. They display an elevated sense of awareness and clarity, allowing them to posses extreme discipline and channel their energy to the mastery of their craft. Plus men of god, and that’s massive imo.
This is all my opinion, but it sounds like we genuinely agree and I’m just yappin I admit lol
Not even close to replicating Khabibs path - he is only 3-0 and over 200 other fighters have done this.