One of the greatest Middleweights in boxing history! Bernard Hopkins was a fantastic fighter both in and out of his prime. His longevity is unmatched and a large part of that has to do with his phenomenal Boxing IQ and skills however I wanted to focus on his prime because it's easy to forget how great he was at 160 lbs as his career spanned nearly 30 years. The Executioner at his best! www.patreon.com/haNZAgod

@osirisall6662

2 жыл бұрын

Repost Riddick bow

@osirisall6662

2 жыл бұрын

Please 🥺🥺

@victito8

2 жыл бұрын

May I ask for the song?

@VictorAHunter

2 жыл бұрын

@@victito8 first one especially

@yvans.

2 жыл бұрын

Fantasy fight suggestion for you Hanza: Bernard Hopkins vs James Toney at 160 Who do you got ?

"In his prime" for Bernard Hopkins is at some point between 1994 and the heat death of the universe considering the man's insane longevity. Great career, great tribute.

@TheNeorch

9 күн бұрын

Prime was always at young age i think,prime is based on your body growth etc,but peak was different, that's why his peak could have been on 1994+

Real old school tough boxer. Lost his first pro match too. He never let that get in the way of becoming legendary.

It’s good to see he didn’t give up when he lost the first fight of his career. He’s a great example of determination and hard work. Respect to Bernard Hopkins ✊

Hopkins was a great boxer. He had a good footwork and defense. The first boxer in history to become a world champion in 4 major versions, as well as according to the Ring magazine. Three times the oldest world champion in history, who won the title according to one of the main versions at the age of 46, 47 and 49. At the age of 49, he combined two championship titles. Fire as always, Nza🥊👊

Longevity is rare in this sport but B-Hop was well preserved. Honed hus skills and mastered his craft to become one of the longest reigning and oldest champions!

Hopkins could do a slip and counter in his sleep. An absolute master of the game.

He was never the "GOAT", but he is one of the GOATs

@thunderthumbz3293

2 жыл бұрын

There is never a greatest of all time because time is always going forward. Only the greatest of an era.

One of the most skilled fighters in boxing history. A very fundamentally sound defense, incredible counterpunching abilities, effective inside game, and an outstanding boxing IQ. Watching B-Hop's boxing is really a pleasure for purist fans. Not every fan can appreciate this type of masterful boxing

@raz_nick4048

2 жыл бұрын

100% It’s a shame we didn’t see B-hop vs McCallum/Toney in 93’….

@mrbale1815

11 ай бұрын

@@raz_nick4048 It is absolutely bizarre

No amateur career. Former prisoner. Notorious trash talker. One of the very best fighters who ever lived period regardless of how anybody feels about him.

@pabloangelzarateperez7400

Жыл бұрын

That's a common misconception about him starting boxing in prison and having no amateur career as he had a 95-4 amateur record before being imprisoned. He also won the Pennsylvania Junior Olympics when he was nine years old. You can check the source on a boxing insider article called "Bernard Hopkins: Ring Genius Misunderstood (2003)"

One of the craftiest boxer

Seeing the clips with Antwun Echols reminded me of how in their second fight, Echols picked Hopkins up off his feet and dropped B-Hop onto the canvas, dislocating his shoulder. Hopkins then fought one-handed for at least several rounds - and still completely dominated Echols. A matchup with James Toney anywhere from 160 to 175 would have been a masterclass in boxing genius.

@blackmetalcumbia

2 жыл бұрын

atthat time toney was having problem with his tyroides and his body was changing for the worst

@freddy8479

3 ай бұрын

I saw those HOPKINS/ECHOLS BOUTS on USA TUESDAY NIGHT FIGHTS... TALK ABOUT BRUTALITY AND BEAUTY AT THE SAME TIME!!!!

Roy was flashier and had more natural athletic ability. Floyd navigated his career more skillfully. But B-Hop's insane longevity and resurgence after people had written him off (around the time of the Pavlik fight) makes him the greater legend in my mind. Also, look at the length of his title run. To stay in place and defend is more impressive to me that having one or two fights at various weights to belt-poach.

Well, he lived entirely in a prime

I'm so proud of BHop my childhood friend .I got into a lot of trouble hanging with him.Glad he made something of his life and became sussesful 😎💯

@Mewing4life

2 жыл бұрын

Got any stories to share?

@Soletar77

2 жыл бұрын

I often wonder if those kind of comments are real or just trolls...LOL

@suiken3149

Жыл бұрын

@@Soletar77 There are some merit to it. Bhop went into prison before turning to boxing to get out from it.

Always liked his style. Would have loved to see him vs Monzon or Hagler.

B-hop was almost unbeatable in his prime, a very sound technician inside the squared circle 🥊🥊

@JonP1245

2 жыл бұрын

I mean he was beaten in his debut but he was less experienced

@thehighground_

2 жыл бұрын

@@JonP1245 Dude said in his prime so you said his debut. Aight That was also a Light Heavyweight fight which he really wasn't suited for at that time.

@JonP1245

2 жыл бұрын

@@thehighground_ Obviously I acknowledged that he was less experienced and I wasn’t disagreeing with comment just made a minor statement,

@thehighground_

2 жыл бұрын

@@JonP1245 it's poor reading comprehension

You're the best Hanza! Great highlights of an all time great.

Would have loved a prime B Hop vs Canelo. B Hop was excellent at fighting at his own pace and he had a size advantage over Canelo plus he had skills too. Different skillset but very effective. Roy Jones Jr, B Hop, James Toney, M.Mcallum could beat anyone on their night. Special era.

@SOLE_II_SOUL

2 жыл бұрын

B-Hop by decision. He has the ability to in-fight with Canelo as well

@jacopodainotto4084

2 жыл бұрын

Looks fun

@NotaRickRoll515

2 жыл бұрын

Canelo overrated he couldnt beat Roy jones James toney or bhop especially mike McAllum and the gman any of those dudes in their primes

@yvans.

2 жыл бұрын

@@NotaRickRoll515 The bodysnatcher was so multidimensional he can everything. I don’t think he beat Canelo by simple fact the judge will never let that happen…

@devonsinclair6994

2 жыл бұрын

@@NotaRickRoll515 I agree. He is good I don't he is overrated. Canelo is a great fighter but I agree his fanbase is toxic and overrate him, make him seem invisible but he has the respect amongst even hard-core boxing fans like us. Those guys you mentioned I would pick to beat Canelo fore sure but I still would have loved to have seen it, wouldn't you? They would have been great fights with some great exchanges. Lot of ego and pride alongside world class skills, those are the recipes for legendary fights in my opinion.

The Alien. In my opinion he's a top 5 p4p all time great. Love this tribute haNZA. On a side note, FULL CLIP is a classic!

Uno de los boxeadores más completos de la historia, siempre criticaron su estilo como "sucio" pero luego alababan a boxeadores como André ward. Me hubiera encantado ver a Hopkins contra Toney

@davidgonzalez5044

2 жыл бұрын

El hombre era bueno pero dabas mucho cabesazo y tedava con los codos

@MrTigracho

2 жыл бұрын

Hay tecnica en lo sucio. No entiendo como la gente no entiende eso. No es un duelo honorable, esto es Boxing

@nvg1544

2 жыл бұрын

Exactamente, se trata de sobrevivir y adaptarse encima de un ring. La mayoría de ma gente que critica este tipo de boxeadores nunca se han subido a intercambiar golpes contra otro boxeador

@joserafaelabril6819

11 ай бұрын

Se volvió sucio en su vejez

After watching this video, what really stood out to me the most was B Hop's underrated head movement and hand speed. He was so good at rolling and slipping punches in a subtle manner, making him in prime position to counter back right away. And he knew when to throw flurries and when to exit an exchange, a very underappreciated aspect of boxing. He was in the pocket just long enough to hurt his opponents but short enough to prevent them from firing back deadly counters

one of the hardest working boxers ever

Great video. His longevity was testament to his fight IQ: Fighting on the inside, clinching, maintaining/closing distance at will, offensive/defensive footwork, switching between defensive guards, etc.

Best physique of all time for this sport, and boy did he ever take care of it through the years. Mix that with boxing IQ and superb defense. Legend.

B-Hop was an anomaly in Boxing. he peaked in the sport at an age where most boxers retire and he kept going till in his 50’s, even at his advanced age fighting guys 10, 15 years or so younger than him, he never lost a step, his slick movement, his defensive, his footwork, his attack, was all still as fast in his 50’s as he was when he was in his 30’s and younger. i loved watching B-Hop fights growing up he is in my Top 5 favourite fighters of all time.

thank you haNZAgod the perfect song for the great B-hop

“In his prime” when he was 50 years old 😂😂😂 crazy

B-hop made em drop 👍🏿👑👊🏿

Hopkins was the first boxer I remember being amazed by❤

Great work putting this one together 👏👏❗️🥊

B Hop is an under appreciated certified legend. I place him next to Archie Moore, Walcott, Robinson, the group of fighters who are to perform at a high level despite their age. To me a prime B-Hop beats Canelo. Don’t believe me watch the Trinidad fight.

@EjClose

2 жыл бұрын

Man, I was just about to post a comment saying B-Hop beats Canelo. And I'm a fan of Canelo.

@Enoxificatti

2 жыл бұрын

Canelo > B-Hop.

@rbr8931

2 жыл бұрын

Yes at 175 Hopkins beats Canelo with margin

Awesome highlights man, keep it up!

Amazing video man, congratulations!

Keep up the great work!

Damn, this the 2nd time I've seen you made a fight highlights since Toney-Jirov

Beautiful video! as always..

B-Hop is a throw back to the greats of the 40's 50's ,60's 70's fighters. Pick a great from back then and B-Hop would have gave them the fight of their life. Watching him fight and breaking down his fight tapes have been a pleasure to see how he did things. He was always 3 steps ahead of the guy he fought. One of the best in a generation. Legend for sure. Jersey Joe Walcott Good !!!

Great video as always and song Bernard Hopkins is one of the best defensive counter punchers

Master boxer & legend

Exelente gracias.

Watched this earlier incognito great video great music

You’re the best at these edits m8

Incredible music choice!

B-Hop was a master at ring generalship. He dictated how things went. Set traps and fell for none.

Very smart cagey fighter and the way he set traps just always one step ahead of his opponents, great boxer

His ability to keep his technique and fundamentals through every round is something to amazed by really great fighter and legend in b hop his right hand is nasty 😤

Primo & X ! This is brilliant, NZA.🍺 100k on the horizon.🌆

Superb I could make a playlist out of ur music alone

Legend...

Bernard has pretty good footwork, I like how he maneuvers in different punching angles

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Bernard hopkins was so accurate with his punches !What most people don’t realize just cause you got power or can hit it doesn’t mean anything if you not accurate …Bernard accuracy and iQ was top notch!and he could hit like hell !could lunge in with a uppercut or left hook from a mile away because of his length and long legs!and let’s not talk about how great his defense was !👌👌👍🏽

@hanzagod

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly great points

@soul2soul4

Жыл бұрын

No bro he had very short arms hence all the clinching and being very defensive. He was very boring too. His IQ was insane.

Fantastic technician

Good shit bro. Please make Antonio Margarito highlights

He put’s ‘em down like .38 Super. 🎯🥊🥊

Normal boxers prime i 20's Bernad prime 35-45

@destroyer9153

2 жыл бұрын

Imagine if he started boxing early

In his prime? I'm pretty sure that's his whole career.

The music selection here is just as good and underappreciated as B Hop

The Guru. No pun intended lol.

BHop he started late started in prison to learn the real boxing imagine if he would have started when he was super young. I gave him props he still one of my favorite fighters of all time cuz the aggression that mean Spirit I'm going to destroy you or you're going to destroy me he had it. We need more boxers like that today

Hopkins was such a smart and crafty fighter

My favourite fighter of all time. He chose his path in life, stuck to it and reaped the rewards. I always thought he fought like a man who didn't want to go back to prison!!!!

The big fundamentals 💯

A great fighter to.

Top 3 MW of all time!

Favorite boxer right next to Duran. Smartest fighter

Bernard Hopkins between 1990 and 2003 was consistently entertaining to watch, not as much afterwards (just spots here and there)

Hopkins resume is fine but upon closer inspection, most of his big wins at 160 were against 154lbers...

Just imagine if he started boxing earlier when he was younger. He would have been a bigger menace in the ring 😤

just imagine a hopkins now a days, he would be a nightmare

Gotta love GURU and DJ Premier

Yo Hanza ! You from new Zealand bro ?

The Trinidad fight was the fight that put him on the map to casual fans but for us real fans we already knew how great he was.

He's next to sugar ray Robison. The best middleweight ever. Pound for pound one of the greatest ever. B Hop for life

@Lonelysportofboxing

2 жыл бұрын

Woah slow it down there bro there’s a line of one of the greatest legendary fighters who should take Hopskin’s spot like Marvelous Marvin Hagler or Carlos Monzon! Etc..

One of Philly's finest.

b hops defense seems straight forward: tuck your chin, roll and smother, jam your opponent...no crazy philly shell bs, simple mid guard philly

He was a great fighter... Man I wanna know his secret, if I remember right he was like 47 or so when he was defending his title...

El mejor peso medio de la historia del boxeo un fenómeno venció a los mejores boxeadores de tres décadas yo creo que le hubiera ganado a Marvin hagler y a Carlos Monzón también

Bernard Hopkins wasn’t no joke!! He was a great Champion. Jaron “ Boots “ Ennis , I do believe, will be next Up coming boxing welterweight division super 💫 star that’s coming out of Philadelphia. Watch Out for him Folks 🙀💯🥊✊🏿🖤✊🏿⚔️

Prime B Hop beats Canelo by decision. If Floyd was able to out jab Canelo, B-Hop could do the same and time straight fights. He would also be willing to in-fight with Canelo too, so Canelo’s walk down pressure would be nullified.

@llvllvllv93

2 жыл бұрын

Floyd didnt fight prime Canelo, that was a very raw version of Canelo.

@raz_nick4048

2 жыл бұрын

Point still stands, he had trouble getting to Plant and Lara who are not on the same stratosphere as B-hop. I’m a Canelo fan but B-hop is all wrong for him.

@llvllvllv93

2 жыл бұрын

@@raz_nick4048 Sure, but you dont need to use Floyd since that doesnt make sense.

I think he got better with age!

Can you make a paulie malignagi highlight?

3:41 Officer Kewpie

He's still in his prime trust me. Go try him.

I'm one of the few people who wanted to see prime B-Hop vs prime James Toney.

Which one? Cuz the man had essentially two primes With all the his accomplishments in latter part of his career.

Another upload? WHILST THE GYM IS OPEN UP AT NIGHT? by the haNZAgod it's a merical.

Great Bernard - he would be a champion and can beat Beterbiev

Video for new champ bam rodriguez needex

lastima "la musica"...

I think prime hopkins beats prime canelo

A El tamvien le metio una chinga y gacho en peso Medio Bernard Hopkins en peso medio y le fue peor!!!😎🇲🇽👍🍺

If bernard was in his prime all those white boys wouldn't of had a chance

@AlexGarcia-lp6mb

2 жыл бұрын

Still salty about the "white boys" .. Racist.

@D-MANBOXING1991

2 жыл бұрын

@@AlexGarcia-lp6mb There's plenty of white racists in boxing fool and least bernard is a multiple weight division Champ and still a inspiration what'd you do bum

Bad Bennie Briscoe Philly all time favorite…never this guy…no class Hopkins.