didn't know you could fit that much badass on one couch.

Goddamn, I wish MMA could go back to these days. The nostalgia is killing me. Real authentic people.

Two class acts. I've always admired and respected the mature fighters like CroCop who didn't trash talk and showed great respect for their opponents.

@SuperAttitudeera

7 жыл бұрын

And he's one hell of a jokester by the way.

@1966johnnywayne

7 жыл бұрын

Yes, I've seen that side of him as well. Great sense of humour.

@The-Dom

7 жыл бұрын

Japanese culture is very polite and respectful. The USA... not so much.

@peterc504

5 жыл бұрын

I totally agree both crocop and bas were like this during there fights. Always worried if there opponents were hurt

Those two going night out would scare all the bouncers out there.

@paullytle246

6 жыл бұрын

yeah ubeream put 5 bouncer in the hospital during a riod rage

@earthtaxfree

6 жыл бұрын

Mirco is training special forces in Croatia..for many many years now...there are no bouncers that would go one on one against him..

@70mjc

6 жыл бұрын

elkey1000 I would dunk my own head in his beer to save him the trouble of throwing it on me out of respect

@jbg71384

5 жыл бұрын

@@70mjc LMFAO that was fucking hilarious.

@lopazio

Жыл бұрын

You got to love Bas Ruten

I miss Pride...

2:17 One of the few men to take a jab at Bas and come back unscathed.

@ferhatdbz5903

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah he could have tried. but he wouldn’t have come far i can assure you that

@rmp5640

3 жыл бұрын

@@ferhatdbz5903 Lol

@lopazio

Жыл бұрын

Bas in an intelligent man that has control and confidence. He would not snap because of a stupid suit joke, for sure.

bas rutten had the best answer to mirkos joke about his suit :D a family man hahahahahhahahahah great guys

These are two really great guys and legendary fighters right here.

I love how bas can take a joke. What a cool customer.

@paulbentley2709

4 жыл бұрын

He took it on the chins

One of my all time favorite MMA interviews, makes me so happy seeing these two legends having a laugh together

what i adore is how pure their soul is as fighters and men

Cro Cop and Bas...two of the best MMA fighters of all time, classy too...These guys epitomize the sport.

2 of the most respectable guys in MMA.

Noway my 2 favourite strikers ANIMALS!

bas and mirko are legend!

@strahinjamarkovic7628

6 жыл бұрын

mirko only

@JamesBond-yx6mk

3 жыл бұрын

@@strahinjamarkovic7628 no

@juanrabanales4933

3 жыл бұрын

@@strahinjamarkovic7628 yeah, Bas only.

0:14 "It went to a decision and I go whoa, what's going on" - Bas ... Think about this. Just think about it. That's how good Mirko Cro Cop was in his prime.

Legends!

Pride FC and Pancrase Forever! Bas and Mirko are the Greats!

Mirko mirko!!!!! Bas and mirko wow 2 of the best!

you can't not but love Bas Rutten he's awesome!

my two favorite fighters. hard, strong, technical... Warrior spirit and heart of a champion.. and obviously both are good with humor and know how to have a good laugh! respect!

Bas Rutten brings out the best in people.

hahahaha , i love these two legends , so honest and true !!!

the two best MMA fighters ever!

Both of them are great personality's, full of mutual respect and great to see, listen to and watch them fight ofcourse

Mirko Cro Cop is a class act fighter. You may not like him, but you can't deny Cro Cop is an awesome skilled fearless fighter. I know he has got more legion of loyal fans than foes. Crop Cop is a living legend.

Those two would shut a bar the FUCK down.

@assrammington7961

Жыл бұрын

And kill everyone inside

I know Bas. He he so cool and loves his fans and really goes out of his way for them. He gave me an autographed dvd of his career fights and a sweet poster that he signed to me. The poster ses "To Mitch! El Guapo says, Party on and God Speed." Just the Coolest Guy EVER!!! I'm going fishing with him when he has time. I can't wait.

Two legends of the sport & both have a great sense of humour, both well educated & sharp too. This is a good video. Thanks :o)

nice to see an interview without all the BS special interests. Also lets sell this fight on PPV for only 3 easy installments of $99.99

Very much enjoyed- thanks for posting.

2 great fighters, respectful,

back in the pride days fighters actually fought for legitimate reasons like the belt, their names, and especially for pride which really showed passion from everyone int he ring but now a days its literally all about money

@TehUltimateSnake

Жыл бұрын

They fought for....you guessed it...P R I D E.

my 2 favorite fighters these men are freaking awesome in and out of the ring very classy guys.

my two absolute favorite fighters. noone is as funny and badass as bas and cro cop is a great sportsman.these two are my idols.

Bas should do more interviews HE THE MAN! Also watch Bas Rutten interviewing Rampage Jackson it's freaking awesome

@steveblanmag7410

4 жыл бұрын

You stole mah chicken!

@pietikke5598

2 жыл бұрын

@@steveblanmag7410 haha yeah that was funny. :)

Lmfao that was awesome, love both of these guys

TWO LEGENDS!

wow uploaded in 2007

Hahahahaha :D That one with the suit was hella good. It caught Bas off guard. And that's rare :)

@Poisongage lmfao, he was totally caught off guard, ha ha kudos to Mirko for that one, I love both of their senses of humor.

Great interview, Mirko was surprisingly relaxed.

"I like ur suit...where did u buy it? because my grandfather had the same...u remind me of my grandfather". LOL

hahaha Bas Rutten & Cro Cop always a funny duo.

It is impossible not to like Bas! Guy is very intelligent as well👍

these 2 should be co commentators whenever UFC is in Europe. I would pay ppv just to hear them 2 go on a banter

@deathfrombelow22 agreed 100% its nice to see a fighter that knows when their time is passed instead of a fighter that hangs around for a few extra years being a punching bag for all the new talent

I miss this time :( I'm not talking about the competition point a view, but what pride had that UFC will never have, is that big familly value, from fighters, to management, and jounalists, it was alla a tight familly

last seconds are hilarious. good vid!

These are real and complete fighters... Amazing both inside and outside the ring/cage with great personalities and have respect. A lot of fighters from Pride have that: Big Nog, Fedor, Bas, Wandy, Crocop, HMC, even Rampage. Nowadays, there's people like Brock Lesnar who completely disrespects his opponents and the sport itself....... I'm not saying that there aren't any new good and respectful fighters, because there are, like Shane Carwin for example. But we just need more of these guys :).

Both are great fighters, CroCop gotta be the favourite tho since he got such nice left kicks. Now he showed us another side of himself and thats raise the respect for him!

both of them are very cool

that made me smile :) cro cop and bas are no question legends and are good people no dought!

You've gotta love Bas and Crocop.

That grandfather suit comment was great.

Bas Rutten you are so loveable LMAO

These are the 2 most respected men in my life .

nice to see atmosphere jak that ;)

Legends...

2:20 burn so hot that you thank him for it "thank you Mirko, thank you!"

i would like 2 see, bas vs cro-cop fight, they both are my fav's, and are great fighters!

my 2 heroes right there

yeah

Cro cop documentary one of the best

hahaha. love these two guys.

Imagine the fight that would have taken place if these two guys stepped into the ring to face each other at their primes. I feel that the size and weight advantage Cro Cop would have had would have given him the win but who knows!

I was sleeping in inhabitants houses, Im lucky that croatian people are really kind and welcoming :) and plitivice is crazy! :D

ohhh LOL that ending epic

Mirko my favourit fighter and one of best comedian

mirko je kralj svih boraca mirko is the king of all fighters

Best mma times ever

Bas Vs. Cro Cop, another great fight that never was.

yeah I took my car from my town to southern France, then Italy, TOrino, Milan, and venice that slovenia, croatia to motnenegro then back to croatia, bosnia, serbia, back to Croatia to vinkovci and vukovar :( then hungary, then zagreb, then back to motvun, and rovijn, then back to home :( lol the croatian coast is just wonderful

Would you say they're similar fighters ? Hitting with power as opposed to volume ?

Cro Cop n Bas Rutten two legends

Good old days..

crocop is one of a kind fighter...no one in mma has his kicks...take down d...strikes...and his presence in the ring...missing pride and the old fighters!

he isnt out of shape and didnt gained belly.... he said that he wanted to gain some weight to be a powerful heavy weight, he just gained muscle mass .. he said that he can bench press more than ever

mikro's face at 2:38 = Priceless

lol, luv to see some humor from mirko! awesome.

@TheFighter7490 i have only seen one or two interviews of him speaking croation, actually most are in English and it seems he is fluent (as you can see here) Love this interview btw

Great guys - i like both of them. Of course RUTTEN is a legend :)

You are correct.

Legenda

Grandpa Bas

from eastern France, you meant west from vinkovci ;) I've been in Zagreb too, and rovijn, rijeka etc... lol

Bas is a legend, but his eyebrows were undefeated.

Lol they just dont makem like they used to.

BRRRRILIANT!!!! I'd love to see that lol

Well I'm glad to see you are already aquainted with MMA and these fighter's history. Cro cop has taken alot of big hits to the skull during his K-1 career, Bas has been out of in and out of competition for the most recent period of his life due to injury, though I doubt either would be an easy win. If they were to face each other in any combat sport, it would be a thrilling stand up battle, but where and why would these 2 possibly meet (to fight)?

@Arodblade That is exactly what he said. His suit reminded him of his grandfather. CLASS.

mirko seems like cool guy

What does Mirko say at 2:25? Sounds like he says "when you appeared through the door you reminded me of my grandfather." Anyways, 2 legends. Both are among my favorite fighters and role models ever.

My favourit fighter and one of best comedian

can't believe it. Fedor and Crocop both i like.. whats the fuss here. Anyone could lose and its what these fighters bring to the sport that is important. Bas gave us the liver shot...yah!!!!

in their primes a fight between them would have been cool. the perfect liver kick vs. the perfect high kick. who would win? i wouldn't care because i like them both!

2 champions!

this interview is at least 3, 4 years old

such good ppl

HILARIOUS