There's just so many details that add up to make it satisfying. The first loss deserving to be a DQ, the UFC stacking EVERYTHING against Stipe, Stipe being forced to wait for his rematch, DC being overly cocky, all the cheating DC did in the two fights, the ref ignoring DC cheating, Stipe still coming out on top despite it all including his eye requiring surgery from all the pokes, the riverdance afterwards, DC still acting extremely salty over it, and the fact it lead to the amazing third fight.
I think me too. The Pete Cell thing was crazy, Pat Barry and Chieck Kongo. But the body shot adjustment was calculated and precise and brutal. Not just a wild KO
@@bdb7185bro was getting traded to ONE FC directly after that fight, 0% chance they didn’t tip the judges in Henry’s way so DJ didn’t leave with the belts
@@iacovoskritz4896They didn't want to pay him. UFC rips their fighters off, but because of their marketshare, they get away with it. There is a class action lawsuit against UFC by the fightwrs for a reason. Dana White and the UFC are cons.
DJ is still fighting in One FC, and is still great. One FC has a higher global audience than UFC, so it's actually still a fantastic promotion with great fighters. Easily on par with UFC.
Demetrious Johnson had every excuse to be upset or angry after the loss against Henry but he handled it like a true champion. Nothing but respect for him truly one of the greatest the sport has ever seen
@@RodrigoDubstep Likewise. She had cardio issues earlier in her career but had got on top of that. Had to fight into the championship rounds a few times and didn't have a problem. But then she completely gassed out in the first round with Pena? It was very strange. To then find out she had COVID leading up to the first fight made all the sense in the world.
@@madgavin7568 I'm talking about MMA heavyweight top 5 You mentioned that he isn't the Greatest MMA Heavyweight of all time (even though i think he is)
I don't think he care because how they were acting. It was a win win. We know who really won the fight but at the cost of his peace let em have it. He dominating in One championship
Cain dominating JDS in the rematch was a sight to behold that day I remember tuning in late and as the camera was showing the fighters right before they start the round I assumed I caught it at round 1 cause Cain looked in perfect condition but then they showed JDS and it was the start of round 5 with his face looking like a swollen thumb
Watching Amanda lose was so shocking but leading to the rematch i knew she would win, brilliant to bring that southpaw stance out and just land counter BOMBs on Pena the whole time
Fs. I mean. Did anyone really think Peña beat Nunes at her best that night? Hell no. I think most of us knew that Nunes was still better hands down. Peña will only win with Hail Mary submissions or if Nunes becomes lazy. That’s it
1. Nunes threw the first fight in order to make big betting cash by betting on Peña 2. Covid fucked her cardio big time 3. She lost motivation in being champ and got lazy Peña simply doesn’t not have the skill to beat Nunes at even her 3rd best
@@yuvrajbhattal8213 But she got whooped on her own accord. Keep in mind she blew herself out. Until that happened, Peña was getting pieces up too. So can’t lie chief. The first fight genuinely way less impressive after seeing the 2nd. Peña got whooped bud. Nunes never did.
@@MomDoer-qc7iw Lol. Nunes striking looked great in that rematch. i've never seen a "champ" getting knocked down so much in a fight and simultaneously look so goofy at the same time like pena. I'm just glad Nunes showed her true colors in the rematch and came back to right the wrong and get back what belongs to her. She just proved that she's better and i think a 3rd fight would really silence the doubters (if there's still doubt)
4:12 I don't know if anyone caught this, maybe one of the classiest dudes to ever fight. He's asked, "What happened to your eye." Randy IMMMEDIETEEEEEELY says "It was a punch" Not trying to milk it, not trying to hide it. He knew, he was compromised as a result of steroid Vitor punching him with 500000psi. What a gent.
They didn't want him there anymore because he kept winning. It was on Demetrius because he knew they didn't want him there. Got to get the finish when they don't like you because they will cheat you
Henry's greatest accomplishment (whooping TJ) was only possible because of this bs decision, yet he boasts around like the triple clown he is 🤡 Won't be surprised if Aljo spanks him, despite how weak a champion he is
Dj's reaction to losing the belt he held so long in a controversial decision is why he's the goat. Nothing but class. Can't help but be happy for Cejudo too.
Honestly, if Arlovski had a chin he would have probably been one of the greatest of all time. He was ripping up Fedor in his prime before he committed to the best flying knee ever. His career going as long as it has, and remaining relevant in the HW division speaks to his capabilities. Having to game plan around having a gigantic off button on his face has lead to some stinkers, though.
Okay well then that would be considered Jon jones game plan not a mid fight adjustment. Stipe had a different game plan it wasn’t working, so he found a weakness in DC game plan, adjusted and finished the fight. Plus Jon was on roids in the rematch. Casual fan foh
Stipe vs dc 2 was an amazing fight. Dc went full dad mode and looked unstoppable in the first round, but by mid fight it was a very even fight. Then stipe made a seemingly minor adjustment that totally turned the fight in his favor and finished dc, showing his fight iq. The greatness of this fight is sadly overshadowed by eyepokes in the eyes (no pun intended) of many, but even without dc going knuckle deep this was going to be a very competitive fight. And stipe got his own poke revenge in the third fight, and now he and dc are on good terms so there was a happy ending.
11:00 is my favorite ufc moment in recent memory, Peña running forward like a cartoon character with her eyes closed and Nunes waits and throws one punch and knocks her ass down 😂😂
underutilized tool in MMA since leg kicks are open and easier to land. but seriously, body shots are harder and will take toll to you as the fight goes longer.
Penas striking makes rouseys striking look really good in comparison. Pena running at nunes like bart Simpson swinging his arms at lisa in that hockey episode.
Randy got undisciplined in the rematch against Chuck. In the first match, he schooled Liddell on the ground & on the feet. In the rematch, Randy just went charging in like a maniac. It's just what Chuck wanted.
When you're a kid, all it takes is a vampire mouth guard to make a fan/supporter outta me lol. Was a huge arlovski fan and comin to realize it's cuz of the mouth guard lol
Idk if you guys already did this but how 'bout a video of incredible win streaks that got ended. Maybe even win streaks that got stopped in a disappointing manner.
I really wish the Stipe/DC trilogy happened when they were 5 years younger. I feel like we would have seen way better versions of them, especially in that 3rd fight.
Have you done a vid on choke outs unconscious? That’d be madd dope!! Another idea, a vid on the best over 40 year olds’ victories. Could title it “Schoolin the Youngins” or somethin like that 🤔😁
Stipes come back in the Second DC fight is still my favorite comeback of all time
Stipe exacts his revenge , my favorite line of commentary of all time from jon anik
Dc is secretly a huge D head and plays a fake nice guy.....it was nice to see him get smashed
There's just so many details that add up to make it satisfying. The first loss deserving to be a DQ, the UFC stacking EVERYTHING against Stipe, Stipe being forced to wait for his rematch, DC being overly cocky, all the cheating DC did in the two fights, the ref ignoring DC cheating, Stipe still coming out on top despite it all including his eye requiring surgery from all the pokes, the riverdance afterwards, DC still acting extremely salty over it, and the fact it lead to the amazing third fight.
That whole fight was incredible, one of the best closing sequences I’ve ever seen
I think me too. The Pete Cell thing was crazy, Pat Barry and Chieck Kongo.
But the body shot adjustment was calculated and precise and brutal. Not just a wild KO
so much respect for demetrious man truly a one of a kind
He ain't lose that fight. UFC didn't want him there anymore
@@bdb7185bro was getting traded to ONE FC directly after that fight, 0% chance they didn’t tip the judges in Henry’s way so DJ didn’t leave with the belts
Don't know why UFC got rid of him. Humble, entertaining, skilled and always goes for the finish.
@@iacovoskritz4896They didn't want to pay him.
UFC rips their fighters off, but because of their marketshare, they get away with it.
There is a class action lawsuit against UFC by the fightwrs for a reason. Dana White and the UFC are cons.
DJ is still fighting in One FC, and is still great. One FC has a higher global audience than UFC, so it's actually still a fantastic promotion with great fighters. Easily on par with UFC.
DJ respecting cejudo and hugging his coaches after losing a tough decision, what a guy
Demetrious Johnson had every excuse to be upset or angry after the loss against Henry but he handled it like a true champion. Nothing but respect for him truly one of the greatest the sport has ever seen
Greatest Oompa Loompa of all time
Yeah I honestly think Dana paid the judges bc he didn’t like DJ
@@JM-cf9xySay it in his gym, accept the spar. End up like a victim of Strickland’s.
gym? don't you mean the lollipop guild? hahaha
Stipe finding a way to win when he was losing is one of UFC's most spectacular comebacks.
I don't think he was losing that badly though.
@@DUxMORTEM Yeah man he wasn't getting wrecked but still losing rounds 10-9. At the end of the 3rd he started the body shots.
@@thedarkcriminal1658 DC set a heavyweight record of significant strikes landed on Stipe that fight
@@andrewortiz6430 Also set the record for most eye pokes ever in a fight.
my favourite liver shots off all time
Pena sprinting in with those horrible straight punches to then getting dropped always makes me laugh
Emulating Brunsons chased by a tornado strategy
Like a newly born giraffe
to be fair amanda falling for the same dipping jab in first fight wasn't a better show
@@darchandarchan7036 i agree, but i felt like Amanda just wasn’t herself in that first match
@@RodrigoDubstep Likewise. She had cardio issues earlier in her career but had got on top of that. Had to fight into the championship rounds a few times and didn't have a problem. But then she completely gassed out in the first round with Pena? It was very strange. To then find out she had COVID leading up to the first fight made all the sense in the world.
Stipe coming back after greatest mid fight adjustment really solidified his legacy
The HW 🐐
Fedor would like to have a word with you.
@@JickSaw97I would’ve said Fedor 5 years ago, but not now anymore. Fedor isn’t anywhere close to Stipe now
@@JickSaw97 Fedors fights fixed by the Yakuza
@@JickSaw97 fedor fought a bunch of nobodies. Don’t get me wrong he beat a lot of good guys but almost half if not more were bums.
I knew some dingleberry would bring up Fedor
“Doctah stoppage” 😂
I forgot what a glorious head of hair arlovski used to have
Dude looked like a real life spartan
And when is nose wasn't completely fucked 🤣
@@derekhakeem8 imagine him coming out for his next fight with the long hair, fang mouthpiece and the chest carpet?
@@derekhakeem8 Spartans aren't mythical or fictional.
@@craigr4763 no shit Sherlock
Randy bouncing Chuck off the cage to a slam was so beautiful
Yup, Randy's probably strong as fuck.
I miss watching Randy fight
I read your comment with Chuck raised in the air. Lol
Beautiful spine buster
Stipes come back in the second fight, and the emote he hit after is what solidified him as the greatest hw of all time.
After that moment I don't know how he didn't because a major star
Greatest UFC HW of all time. Not in all of MMA.
@@madgavin7568
In MMA he's probably top 5 Heavyweight
i put him at number 1
No debate
@@JorgeConkle Top 5 Heavyweights I agree. Top 5 all time? That's pushing it. I can name 5 greater MMA fighters than Stipe.
@@madgavin7568
I'm talking about MMA heavyweight top 5
You mentioned that he isn't the Greatest MMA Heavyweight of all time (even though i think he is)
Props to ITP for putting on those captions - they're hillarious
No they're so annoying
@@onelongwordable
Stipe's comeback win against DC was so amazing and as technically sound for a HW match as you're gonna get in that last round. Amazing!!!
I believe it was the 4th round
Stipe fight was the most satisfying. I hope hope nothing but positive vibes for his endeavors outside of the octagon.
That Croatian crip walk at the end was gangster as fuck.
DJ not getting his Rematch will forever be the biggest stain in MMA history.
He didn't care for a rematch
Ufc was treating him like trash so he wanted to get out once he lost his title
@@mughalunzhimomizhimo3774 exactly why he's happy on the fight he got robbed. he won that but still happy because he can finally go out of the UFC.
I don't think he care because how they were acting. It was a win win. We know who really won the fight but at the cost of his peace let em have it. He dominating in One championship
FACTS
@@mughalunzhimomizhimo3774no he just couldn't sell tickets. Yall didnt care about him intil after he left ufc. Yall didn't support him in ufc....
Cain dominating JDS in the rematch was a sight to behold that day
I remember tuning in late and as the camera was showing the fighters right before they start the round I assumed I caught it at round 1 cause Cain looked in perfect condition but then they showed JDS and it was the start of round 5 with his face looking like a swollen thumb
“Doctah stoppage” for Belfort and Couture can’t go unnoticed, great video!!
2:08 So that's where that came from for UFC 3 lol
Watching Amanda lose was so shocking but leading to the rematch i knew she would win, brilliant to bring that southpaw stance out and just land counter BOMBs on Pena the whole time
Fs. I mean. Did anyone really think Peña beat Nunes at her best that night? Hell no. I think most of us knew that Nunes was still better hands down. Peña will only win with Hail Mary submissions or if Nunes becomes lazy. That’s it
1. Nunes threw the first fight in order to make big betting cash by betting on Peña
2. Covid fucked her cardio big time
3. She lost motivation in being champ and got lazy
Peña simply doesn’t not have the skill to beat Nunes at even her 3rd best
I was amazed her dumb strategy worked the 1st time. I felt it wouldn't work again.
@@Chadius_Thundercock making excuses for the first fight? Amanda got whooped that night
@@yuvrajbhattal8213 But she got whooped on her own accord. Keep in mind she blew herself out. Until that happened, Peña was getting pieces up too. So can’t lie chief. The first fight genuinely way less impressive after seeing the 2nd. Peña got whooped bud. Nunes never did.
DJ, Win or Lose, is ALWAYS CLASSY!!!
GSPs only weakness: Matt’s before he has a rematch
dc was so salty after that loss smacking that guys hand away looking like a angry mr.potato head
I mean, he was just beaten into unconsciousness literally minutes earlier, so I can see why he'd need a second to take a breather
He wasn't salty he was violently consucussed by a 240 lb elite mma fighter
Keep pumping out the content- I am addicted
Should go to rehab buddy.
Stipe said "this how we Crip Walk where I'm from" 😂😂
Man them check right hooks from nunes are just amazing. Love southpaw Amanda
They both looked terrible in that fight
@@MomDoer-qc7iw Lol. Nunes striking looked great in that rematch. i've never seen a "champ" getting knocked down so much in a fight and simultaneously look so goofy at the same time like pena. I'm just glad Nunes showed her true colors in the rematch and came back to right the wrong and get back what belongs to her. She just proved that she's better and i think a 3rd fight would really silence the doubters (if there's still doubt)
4:12 I don't know if anyone caught this, maybe one of the classiest dudes to ever fight.
He's asked, "What happened to your eye."
Randy IMMMEDIETEEEEEELY says "It was a punch" Not trying to milk it, not trying to hide it. He knew, he was compromised as a result of steroid Vitor punching him with 500000psi. What a gent.
Sylvia/Arlovski 2 is the best finish no one talks about. I remember watching it live and listening to it back it was fucking chaos.
Mighty Mouse won the rematch, too. You'll never change my mind
They didn't want him there anymore because he kept winning. It was on Demetrius because he knew they didn't want him there. Got to get the finish when they don't like you because they will cheat you
Henry's greatest accomplishment (whooping TJ) was only possible because of this bs decision, yet he boasts around like the triple clown he is 🤡
Won't be surprised if Aljo spanks him, despite how weak a champion he is
@@daylightharnage242 I'm gonna go out on a limb and say his gold medal is his greatest accomplishment.
Cry harder
Andrei 2 punch combination at 0:38 never gets old
Cain took a few years of JDS's life in those rematch bro
This just reminded me how upset I am that we haven't seen Stipe fight in almost 2 years.
I swear that Joe Rogan audio clip from 2:10 has been in every UFC game since undisputed 3
I miss Tim Sylvia, he had true grit and a warrior spirit
Dj's reaction to losing the belt he held so long in a controversial decision is why he's the goat. Nothing but class. Can't help but be happy for Cejudo too.
Watching Miocic Cormier 2 at Buffalo Wild Wings was amazing. That crowd in that restaurant was wild, when he got the finish people went crazy
1:30 not Big John watching bj get punched in the face like 50 unanswered times😂
Why does everyone forget the nut shots Matt Hughes took that set up that headlock by GSP?
Henry was so lucky on that night against DJ. DJ out struck him every single round. Now we gotta hear his fake ass forever
That couture vs Liddell yell and slam was primal af
Joe Rogan 5 seconds after Randy Couture is out cold "Oh Randy Couture is out!" Bro were you watching from the nosebleeds?😅
Great fights. Thank you ITP for allowing us to relive them.
Old Viking here. How can you not love all of the fighters ?. Awesome foundation for the future.
I like how Matt Serra hit a cartwheel after finishing GSP and GSP responded with a backflip💀 they was emoting irl back then
dude playing Dark Souls before Dark Souls even existed.
Izzy not being on this list is crazy. That Whole Saga with Alex was insane.
look at the release date you ret@rd
@@noahforty4227No reason to insult people. At least pretend you have some home training
That counter armbar matt hughes pulled off on george was a thing of beauty and skill.
Surely itp makes "split decisions that split the mma community"
All these years later and after watching it dozens of times, I still have DJ winning that second fight.
"Miocic is getting the belt back" god jon anik Is so good
Stipe with the best mid fight adjustment ive ever seen
Honestly, if Arlovski had a chin he would have probably been one of the greatest of all time. He was ripping up Fedor in his prime before he committed to the best flying knee ever. His career going as long as it has, and remaining relevant in the HW division speaks to his capabilities. Having to game plan around having a gigantic off button on his face has lead to some stinkers, though.
STIPE WITH THE GREATEST MID FIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF ALL TIME
Took Stipe 3 rounds to find an adjustment when JBJ was landing body shots on DC right from the get-go in their rematch.
Okay well then that would be considered Jon jones game plan not a mid fight adjustment. Stipe had a different game plan it wasn’t working, so he found a weakness in DC game plan, adjusted and finished the fight. Plus Jon was on roids in the rematch. Casual fan foh
Greatest eye poker too
@@kratos8529yeah, jon and dc. Both second to none.
Penn laying there helplessly while Hughes tees off on his bald head is just hilarious
The ref kneed Penn's head if u pay attention
Yup this is happening to izzy
also damn ITP the editing has improved>>
It seems like GSP has a built in weakness against Matts
Izzy and Usman both have a chance to make it on this video next year.
Usman makes it. Izzy won't.
Nah they done. Specially Marty he threw too much ppvs outta the window already. Izzy is gay
@@tommyafricana this aged well
@@neagah13 😭😭😭
Of them all, I think Chuck being Couture was the most iconic.
Andrei's win looked like a straight ankle lock not a heel hook
Stipe vs dc 2 was an amazing fight. Dc went full dad mode and looked unstoppable in the first round, but by mid fight it was a very even fight. Then stipe made a seemingly minor adjustment that totally turned the fight in his favor and finished dc, showing his fight iq.
The greatness of this fight is sadly overshadowed by eyepokes in the eyes (no pun intended) of many, but even without dc going knuckle deep this was going to be a very competitive fight. And stipe got his own poke revenge in the third fight, and now he and dc are on good terms so there was a happy ending.
11:00 is my favorite ufc moment in recent memory, Peña running forward like a cartoon character with her eyes closed and Nunes waits and throws one punch and knocks her ass down 😂😂
Check at 2:23. Big Timmay wearing the UFC Belt in public like he was well known to always do is my favorite cringe 😂😂😂.
Best mma channel imo, stipes comeback was top tier the adjustment to the body shots high iq champ.
underutilized tool in MMA since leg kicks are open and easier to land. but seriously, body shots are harder and will take toll to you as the fight goes longer.
Penas striking makes rouseys striking look really good in comparison. Pena running at nunes like bart Simpson swinging his arms at lisa in that hockey episode.
2:20 Big John knee to the head of BJ Penn is hilarious 🤣
Damn UFC did DJ dirty. No foresight at all. Imagine him in the current flyweight class.
Its a banger video everytime
- How many "unbelievable's" do u want?
- yes😭😂
8:08 annoys me so bad, he had 1 more second 😭
The DC vs Stipe 1 and 2. Some of my favorite all time moments.
Randy got undisciplined in the rematch against Chuck. In the first match, he schooled Liddell on the ground & on the feet. In the rematch, Randy just went charging in like a maniac. It's just what Chuck wanted.
Stipe doing the Irish jig caught me off guard 😂
amazing editing and get right to why we clicked this video, Got my subscription
Those St Piere knees on the ground need to be utilized more often, just BRUTAL
Both scenarios.... UNBELIEVABLE!!!
Ur video ideas r dope bro.
I love this man commentary 0:14
I want to be as strong as GSP's ankles @9:51
10:59 the best combo ever in mma
Nunes vs Pena 2, the look on Amanda's face as she bit down on her gum shield and punched Pena was so good 👊
This video go hard
When you're a kid, all it takes is a vampire mouth guard to make a fan/supporter outta me lol. Was a huge arlovski fan and comin to realize it's cuz of the mouth guard lol
Stipe is the true" liver King"
That second Nunes fight was fun asf to watch
Idk if you guys already did this but how 'bout a video of incredible win streaks that got ended. Maybe even win streaks that got stopped in a disappointing manner.
1:06 saddest day in heavyweight history
Why. I’m still fairly new to UFC
Goldie's pop up face reminds me of that SNL sketch where Beck Bennett plays a man-baby. lol
I love how you wrote doctuh stoppage in the Randy couture vitro Belfort fight 😂
Randy is an underrated GOAT contender (not #1 GOAT level but definitely top 15)
I really wish the Stipe/DC trilogy happened when they were 5 years younger. I feel like we would have seen way better versions of them, especially in that 3rd fight.
StyleBender next
you know its kinda strange seeing DC in the cage fighting again. ive become so accustomed to him being the rotund, funny commentator and youtube guy
The Chuck/Randy trilogy is the best ever.
Forgot Dana put the belt on Henry upside down that was gold
Gsp beating up Matt Sera in their second fight is like a grown man beating up a toddler.
Fighters fighting in non title bouts as champions for your next video
Peña got so thoroughly beat in the second fight I forgot it wasn’t a finish
Peña looked like she ran into a brick wall on that second knockdown 🤣 lmao
Sylvia was so pissed he had to tap.
Have you done a vid on choke outs unconscious? That’d be madd dope!! Another idea, a vid on the best over 40 year olds’ victories. Could title it “Schoolin the Youngins” or somethin like that 🤔😁
Every UFC fight from back in the day I wait for the “unbelievable” from Rogan