The amount of respect Islam has for MM is insane! This is Islam's 3rd or 4th Title Defense when mighty defended a Title fight 11 times in the Ufc & like 2+ more times in another org.
DJ has earned it. You don't have to be Dagestani to have an insane work ethic and mindset. DJ is one of the one's that always pushed himself to do better, always challenged himself, never accepted any of his physical attributes as disadvantages. Volk is up there. Believe it or not Strickland trains like a monster, albeit not as intelligently as others. Who else has that indomitable mindset?
Because he agrees with everything they say abd little people ypir so huge Islam and volk beat you the 1 time if he git the win you would have yoir confidence broke abd yoir cocky fight yoir own everyone else has to
Its a breath of fresh air seeing someone who's currently arguably the best in his game be humble enough and have the humility to say , "i want to be like you"
@@mr.dahomey4347 he actually just changed his stance. He has said now that he will fight the winner of Belal's next match for the belt. This could get interesting gentlemen.
@@harshatomas835 yea of course, last 11 opponents DJ defeated to defend his title were all no name cans… according to your logic UFC = Ultimate Fighting Can… 🤦🏻♂️ you a 🤡
What i really think it is: ufc has gotten loads of NEW fans that don’t know ANYTHING about the sport. They: bandwagon, blindly bet on hype fighters, talk 💩 about established legends, talk 💩 if fighters take more than 6months off after a fight, they don’t want fighters to take personal time off(even if they’re legitimately injured or have serious problems at home), they want fighters to give out endless rematches (otherwise they’re “scared”), they question a fighters skill level if they lose twice in a row and even talk down on them openly, they make every rivalry about (team this vs team that) its impossible for them to comprehend that people can be fans of two opposing fighters at the same time. Overall: the new fans are complete garbage and should go watch influencer boxing.
@@fred5654Nah it isnt the new fans honestly. Its mostly these hardcore fans. These dudes are more deluded than any casual fan... simply because they all have different opinions and you really can't change their mind. While I was a casual viewer I'd just go watch some random dude beat up another and just cheer for whoever won, if one dude said X is better than Y I would say "whatever"
@@pigchamp3627 there are many delusional fans who don’t respect DJ because he’s not a big guy. There are plenty of moron fans who believe they could beat him in a fight, which is a complete ignorance to how great he is as a fighter.
Happy to hear that from Islam, that's what I wanted. I want him to become what we wanted Khabib to be. Just the undeniable goat with most title defenses
Yeah and he should by fighting topuria who is arguably more dangerous than anyone in the lw division, i want topura and islam to fight for that same reason of islam adding to his legacy or ilia adding to HIS, its literally the most exciting fight to make. I do agree that ilia should fight one or two more times in fw though, maybe if he beats lopes then i wouldnt mind him moving up, because evloev isnt beating topuria.
@lildemonshannon5202 Khabib and Islam are natural welterweights. They always cut crazy weight to fight in the lightweight division. Islam moving up divisions is a long time coming. Topuria fight maybe good, but really not the priority for the reason I explained before
Mostly likely won’t happen, Islam won’t get to the mount Rushmore of Jones, GSP, or Mighty House, also Islam is a perfect Lightweight, his frame is too small for Welterweight. Him compared to guys like Usman & Buckley it’s not even close
@@buttovelli9198 topuria fight makes perfect sense for the reason i explained. Islam can go one or two more fights then move up, because so far ilia is the toughest test
Casuals saying "He's ducking. He's scared. Topuria would destroy him". But if Islam fights Topuria and beat him they would say "He just beat another small featherweight not real contenders. He's always picking an easy fights". Bro wtf Islam gotta do🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
Casuals will say anything. If you are truly a mma fan of Ufc then you know Dana and Shawn not gone allow no ducking. You're gonna haft fight the contender that earns the fight. Topuria is negative competition. Its a no win fight. Total waste of time for Islam and everyone involved. This at best would be equivalent to a Apex Fight Night Garbage card, with a boring flyweight female co-main.
Just keep defending his belt and breaking records at this point, and every champ should do it, because right now it’s crazy how someone becomes a champ and after one defence DEMANDING a title shot in another weigh class… 🤦🏻♂️ defend your belt at least 8 times and then challenge another champ.
@@aman4069honestly yeah, I mean that could have been a kind of fluke but really it’s more than likely after that performance it’s true he’s going to have to improve to beat Belal. That said, regardless of what anyone says, Ian Gerry is a good fighter so it’s not like he was fighting a nobody
" i want to be like you " what a beautiful way of complimenting one of the goats along with jon jones (if not the goat) . Khabib and his team in fact everyone respect dj a lot .
I think they need to make a “you need X title defenses” to get a title shot in the weightclass up. Ilia is probably the most dominant 1 title defense champ ever but he should have to stick around a bit just because champ vs champ match ups hold up 2 divisions
Man… DJ is a freak of nature, without a doubt. For a man his size (I’m slightly bigger and taller), he’s vicious, has a wide martial arts base and knowledge and is a just a well-rounded guy.
I do believe Islam can be bigger than DJ, just like Khabib, but the way Islam adore DJ, I suppose was totally unexpected by DJ himself. These two a such kind hearted monsters.
That's cool. I respect that. Anyone one who beats belal has to fight machev.... anyone who beats Machen will have to fight belal... these guys are both at the top of thier game.
Aye, But there's a huge difference where one wants to set a new record for title defences in his division before he goes up, while the other one doesn't seem interested in defending his belt at 145 at all.
@ @ He can bang in three fights a year :) That's a total of nine more fights, more than enough to defend against everyone in top 5, take a 2nd belt and defend it. He probably won't vacate if he goes up either. It's just gonna annoy people if he holds up two divisions.. It seems like more and more fans are getting tired of the many clownshows we call title fights. Stop at 30? That's a damn shame, because I think he's got the greatest potential of any current active MMA fighter. Maybe the most potential of them all... Anyways, he seems like a whore for money. So I bet he won't retire :p
So unfortunate cause thats literally one of my most anticipated fights of all time but i completely understand where hes coming from i still see people talk shit about his wins over Alex calling him just some "featherweight" as if he isnt one of the goats at featherweight 🤦
That's honestly a massive compliment. "I want to be like you". The respect for the GOAT is real
From the future goat to the goat
It’s crazy to think what that must feel like for a current world champion to want to be like you.
Jones is the goat
@ GOAT of PEDs maybe
@ call it what you want, he’s still better than all your favorite fighters lol.
“Defend your belt 11 times” as he nods his head in appreciation with a cheeky smile 😂
DJ is just an amazing human as well as a legend in the game. Defo saw the same thing as he stays humble
Dj is the G,in every posible way,no way around it.
No drugs, no money, no fame.
This is a man with a passion and a dream, who is doing is best to achieve it.
The amount of respect Islam has for MM is insane! This is Islam's 3rd or 4th Title Defense when mighty defended a Title fight 11 times in the Ufc & like 2+ more times in another org.
@ilyasav327 one fc.. I suggest you to throw a look at it.. you may will never watch ufc again😅
They have so much respect for DJ. I love it.
@@kjax0630 nah they really do though. It's awesome to see. I was super peed with the way Dana did DJ man. That was just complete bs...
DJ has earned it. You don't have to be Dagestani to have an insane work ethic and mindset. DJ is one of the one's that always pushed himself to do better, always challenged himself, never accepted any of his physical attributes as disadvantages. Volk is up there. Believe it or not Strickland trains like a monster, albeit not as intelligently as others. Who else has that indomitable mindset?
@@lephtovermeetpereira
Because he agrees with everything they say abd little people ypir so huge Islam and volk beat you the 1 time if he git the win you would have yoir confidence broke abd yoir cocky fight yoir own everyone else has to
Islam will defeat Arman. He will be UFC welterweight or middleweight champion
Seeing Islam express his respect and admiration for DJ will never get old
Its a breath of fresh air seeing someone who's currently arguably the best in his game be humble enough and have the humility to say ,
"i want to be like you"
Belal destroyed my plans 😂
I know right and his said it all.
Called brotherhood and loyalty.
@@johnnyc0811 wow really, thank you for the info
If Shavkat beats Belal and there are no contenders at welterweight, they’ll make Shavkat’s first title defence against Makachev, 100%.
@@mr.dahomey4347 he actually just changed his stance. He has said now that he will fight the winner of Belal's next match for the belt. This could get interesting gentlemen.
I want to be like u, says it all. DJ THE GOAT!!!!
Can crushing GOAT
nope
Ofc bro every fighter want to be like DJ
@@harshatomas835 US has just cans
@@harshatomas835 yea of course, last 11 opponents DJ defeated to defend his title were all no name cans… according to your logic UFC = Ultimate Fighting Can… 🤦🏻♂️ you a 🤡
The problem is most mma fans dont like when facts been said about their favorite fighter
What i really think it is: ufc has gotten loads of NEW fans that don’t know ANYTHING about the sport. They: bandwagon, blindly bet on hype fighters, talk 💩 about established legends, talk 💩 if fighters take more than 6months off after a fight, they don’t want fighters to take personal time off(even if they’re legitimately injured or have serious problems at home), they want fighters to give out endless rematches (otherwise they’re “scared”), they question a fighters skill level if they lose twice in a row and even talk down on them openly, they make every rivalry about (team this vs team that) its impossible for them to comprehend that people can be fans of two opposing fighters at the same time. Overall: the new fans are complete garbage and should go watch influencer boxing.
@@fred5654Nah it isnt the new fans honestly. Its mostly these hardcore fans. These dudes are more deluded than any casual fan... simply because they all have different opinions and you really can't change their mind. While I was a casual viewer I'd just go watch some random dude beat up another and just cheer for whoever won, if one dude said X is better than Y I would say "whatever"
@@fred5654I started watching since Mcgregor era and my two favourite fighters were Khabib and Tony 😅
It’s like any other fanbase. Heavily influenced and biased. There isn’t any right or wrong. It’s just who tells the best story.
@@socalrefrigeration548this guy gets it.
hearing "i wanna be like you" from ISLAM MAKHACHEV, is such a compliment. two undeniable LEGENDS sitting in a room and talking, so cool to see
H'UGE
Love the respect paid to DJ. Deserved and under appreciated by the UFC and MMA fans.
I don't get how people can't watch his highlight reel and not be in awe of the man.
By the ufc yes, fans no
@@pigchamp3627 there are many delusional fans who don’t respect DJ because he’s not a big guy. There are plenty of moron fans who believe they could beat him in a fight, which is a complete ignorance to how great he is as a fighter.
Happy to hear that from Islam, that's what I wanted. I want him to become what we wanted Khabib to be. Just the undeniable goat with most title defenses
Yeah and he should by fighting topuria who is arguably more dangerous than anyone in the lw division, i want topura and islam to fight for that same reason of islam adding to his legacy or ilia adding to HIS, its literally the most exciting fight to make. I do agree that ilia should fight one or two more times in fw though, maybe if he beats lopes then i wouldnt mind him moving up, because evloev isnt beating topuria.
@lildemonshannon5202 Khabib and Islam are natural welterweights. They always cut crazy weight to fight in the lightweight division. Islam moving up divisions is a long time coming. Topuria fight maybe good, but really not the priority for the reason I explained before
Mostly likely won’t happen, Islam won’t get to the mount Rushmore of Jones, GSP, or Mighty House, also Islam is a perfect Lightweight, his frame is too small for Welterweight. Him compared to guys like Usman & Buckley it’s not even close
Khabib frame is perfect for WW he walks around 200, Islam walks around 180 which is perfect for a lightweight
@@buttovelli9198 topuria fight makes perfect sense for the reason i explained. Islam can go one or two more fights then move up, because so far ilia is the toughest test
Man when they all took a group picture and told mighty to get up cause they won’t allow him to sit for the picture. Everyone respects this man
In % more of male population in Dagestan know who is DJ vs US 😉.
@ agreed
Casuals saying "He's ducking. He's scared.
Topuria would destroy him". But if Islam fights Topuria and beat him they would say "He just beat another small featherweight not real contenders. He's always picking an easy fights". Bro wtf Islam gotta do🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
Facts
Casuals will say anything. If you are truly a mma fan of Ufc then you know Dana and Shawn not gone allow no ducking. You're gonna haft fight the contender that earns the fight. Topuria is negative competition. Its a no win fight. Total waste of time for Islam and everyone involved. This at best would be equivalent to a Apex Fight Night Garbage card, with a boring flyweight female co-main.
Ilia probably sleeps him because volk dropped Islam
@@Yup3255hislam KOd volk in the first while ilia KOd him in the second.
Just keep defending his belt and breaking records at this point, and every champ should do it, because right now it’s crazy how someone becomes a champ and after one defence DEMANDING a title shot in another weigh class… 🤦🏻♂️ defend your belt at least 8 times and then challenge another champ.
I have alot of respect for these two fighters ...humble and know how to fight ! ❤
The respect he has for his team and other good fighters, says alot about his self esteem... He's Uber confident in a good way.
My boy DJ has no clue how much these guys respect and honor his legacy. So much respect on all levels.
“Belal Ruined My plan” Leon getting dropped on his head on the screen😂😂😂
😅😂
🤯now Leon not the same anymore 😅😂
Hahhahahahaha
Congratulats mighty for 1 M 🎉
The respect between these 2 is something to be studied on to future generations
People can hate on them all they want him and everyone at the khabib camp got heart and dedication man you gotta respect it
“I want to be like you” - Islam
If only the UFC gave MM the flowers he deserved. At least the best do!
DJ is a legend, ISlam is very dominant and still it's difficult just to think of him defending his belt another 7 times
Let's say Belal is defeated by Shavkat, and Islam seeks to avenge his brother
Shavkat never defeat Belal
Team belal any day but I can see Shavkat winning
Belal will beat Shavkat comprehensively.
if shavkat not improve so much from his last fight, i think belal will beat him
@@aman4069honestly yeah, I mean that could have been a kind of fluke but really it’s more than likely after that performance it’s true he’s going to have to improve to beat Belal. That said, regardless of what anyone says, Ian Gerry is a good fighter so it’s not like he was fighting a nobody
You can see DJ was proud when he heard “I want to be like you”. Hearing that from someone who is already great should be insane. Congrats Mighty Mouse
Honestly I Love Islam he's so Real
I love Islam he an khabib are my favourite fighters an their very respectful
Good to see this mutual appreciation. MM is my GOAT and I love how humbly he gets together with everybody. Should be the standard.
Agreed, this ain’t an arcade game where u let everyone have a shot, go up or retire, either way ur a legend
You can see such an adorable look in Machachev's eye looking at DJ. Its a thing of beauty
Islam is a humble champion
so lovely to see two legends complimenting in a very honest way. so proud of DJ and Islam. andstilllll UFC311
Love the respect these guys have for each other
Islam and DJ ❤❤❤the duo I needed to watch to confirm just how cool Islam is.. and STILL
Mighty Mouse very humble about what he’s done for ufc still to this day
" i want to be like you " what a beautiful way of complimenting one of the goats along with jon jones (if not the goat) . Khabib and his team in fact everyone respect dj a lot .
Really, really enjoyed this interview.
Two great competitors who have heaps of respect, Islam is still a bit fan boyish which is great to see.
Keep followin your instincts w RUclips like you did fighting. You're a livin legend fr
The respect and love they show for DJ is everything you'd need to know about DJ...
DJ was so happy with that compliment he couldn't contain his smile 😂
I think they need to make a “you need X title defenses” to get a title shot in the weightclass up. Ilia is probably the most dominant 1 title defense champ ever but he should have to stick around a bit just because champ vs champ match ups hold up 2 divisions
It should be at least 4 defences
@@shara_nickaldo you play ufc games? How many did you have to do before you moved up?
@@kpj2224 idk i don't care about games
@@shara_nickal I didn’t ask if you cared for games, you sassy dweeb(had to comment again, I forgot how sensitive RUclips is)
or you should have to beat someone ranked in the top 5 of the division above before getting a shot at the champ
Man… DJ is a freak of nature, without a doubt.
For a man his size (I’m slightly bigger and taller), he’s vicious, has a wide martial arts base and knowledge and is a just a well-rounded guy.
I'm surprised how he beat so many people considering that he's only 5'3"
“I want to be like you”
Imagine hearing that from someone who’s currently in best pound for pound argument. ❤
Everyone gives Mighty Mouse his flowers man, the man is a living legend and deserves every single one of them
glad DJ getting the respect and attention !
Two very humble men. Dangerous but nice guys
'You're on your way man" Goat recognise Goat
So humble and respectful, both these men.
Dj has brotha brotha mentality 🙏🙏
11 consecutive title defences in the LIGHTWEIGHT division would undoubtedly he an achievement that would never be matched.
This is such goated conversation DJ is awesome tbh
i want to be like you
that hit hard for me, the current goat giving the biggest props to MM
Ya, legand D J, TALENTED ARTIST,,he made me proud as a coach 🎉
I like how humble he is
DJ, Khabib and Islam are examples to follow!
"Belal kill my plan!"..😂😂..Big respect to Islam that he thinks about their friendship first before the belt...🙏🙏🙏
Dj is a true Goat in and out of the ring and im so glad hes getting the recognition he deserves
I want to watch Islam vs topuria , it’s gonna be 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
If Topuria goes up and beats a couple of top 5 155's, then it's a huuuge fight.
Apparently he's supposed to fight Charles
@@appleboss9742why not arman, why chooses the easy guy 😂
@@Technasmabecause Armen is fighting for the belt right away
@@Bex1982 he ll lose in a week, then they schedule that fight
@@Technasmaarman and Charles fought and it was a super close fight ur just chatting
I do believe Islam can be bigger than DJ, just like Khabib, but the way Islam adore DJ, I suppose was totally unexpected by DJ himself. These two a such kind hearted monsters.
The bro’s just there… humble as!
When both were blushing 😂
I respect that DJ didn't laugh at that. He honored his statement
Dj 1 Mill babyyyyyy congrats
Nicest compliment from macachev: "I want to be a champ
like you"
Dj looked like he was about to cry when he said I wanna be like you.
Pure respect💪💪
Mma loves what you doin. Keep Killin da gaaaaamee, congrats on 1 milli 💎
Ilia is different. He got magic in his knuckles. Give him the opportunity.
Bro was so flattered he took the words right out of his mouth
Crazy seeing him next to Belal, he's bigger.
2 humble legends ❤
I dont know DJ before this..,after this podcast with islam,i really like him..he bring positive energy and good vibes.😊😊🎉🎉
DJ you deserve the flowers your a nice guy ❤❤❤❤
Just shows you how cold dj is. Gets mad respect from today's best. My favorite fighter of all time. Period.
Men gotta do what men gotta do 💪
The admiration is beautiful.
Islam is definitely on his way especially if he wins this Saturday 💪🏼
shavkat already voiced out and said that he welcome islam to be his first title defense if he win against bilal
Humble and professional
Yo.. tbh Tuporia could b that guy. People don’t think alternative universes but they exist for exactly these kinda things
Bro is gonna be collecting Jiu Jitsu belts for some time lovely to hear
Belals move to train with Islam knowing he might go to WW one day was pretty smart move :D
That's cool. I respect that. Anyone one who beats belal has to fight machev.... anyone who beats Machen will have to fight belal... these guys are both at the top of thier game.
DJ bro, you are the best MMA fighter of all time in my personal opinion ❤
Tuporia scares him😂
weak bait
fans like you who told the same about Islam vs Volks😂
the love and respect khabib and islam have for DJ isproof that all if right in the MMA world
so glad DJ started this social media shit otherwise not enough ppl would realize he is one of the goats
Every fighter looks upwards when they become elite. Islam and Topuria are both chasing the same dream.
Aye, But there's a huge difference where one wants to set a new record for title defences in his division before he goes up, while the other one doesn't seem interested in defending his belt at 145 at all.
but ilia has a time limit he wants to leave before he is 30 and now he is 27
@ @ He can bang in three fights a year :) That's a total of nine more fights, more than enough to defend against everyone in top 5, take a 2nd belt and defend it.
He probably won't vacate if he goes up either. It's just gonna annoy people if he holds up two divisions.. It seems like more and more fans are getting tired of the many clownshows we call title fights.
Stop at 30? That's a damn shame, because I think he's got the greatest potential of any current active MMA fighter. Maybe the most potential of them all...
Anyways, he seems like a whore for money. So I bet he won't retire :p
Humbleness is remarkable 🤌🏻🔥
So unfortunate cause thats literally one of my most anticipated fights of all time but i completely understand where hes coming from i still see people talk shit about his wins over Alex calling him just some "featherweight" as if he isnt one of the goats at featherweight 🤦
Topuria will be triple champ 💪🏻
You da mf man mighty 💪🏼
You know you’re the mma goat when Islam Makhachev says “I want to be like YOU”
DJ is the goat, even the champ acknowledges
The respect for DJ is pretty awesome
" I want to be like You " Big respect from islam to DJ
I love how DJ got his flowers at the end of his career
I'm liking Islam's drip. And the respect he shows to DJ
DJ fighting back the urge to say "actually 15 times"