Kamaru Usman Opens Up On Decision To Fight Khamzat Chimaev On 9 Days Notice | TMZ Sports

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Kamaru Usman had a nearly impossible decision to make Wednesday morning ... travel nearly 8,000 miles and fight Khamzat Chimaev on 9 days notice, and now the former welterweight champ is opening up on why he decided to step in against one of the most dangerous men in the world!
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  • @markstelle9402
    @markstelle94027 ай бұрын

    Hats off to Usman for taking this on 10 days notice and at all really.

  • @Stopvotingdemocrat

    @Stopvotingdemocrat

    7 ай бұрын

    definitely

  • @wa5x5on

    @wa5x5on

    7 ай бұрын

    against the biggest khamzat yet... some balls

  • @khutsotaylor6460

    @khutsotaylor6460

    7 ай бұрын

    Volk too

  • @bibekjung7404

    @bibekjung7404

    7 ай бұрын

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  • @Davidforprofit

    @Davidforprofit

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@bentotravelshopefully they are paying him more for such a short notice fight and honestly I hope he wins cause khamzsat has seemed pretty much unstoppable except in the burns fight and Usman walked burns so we will see honestly I don't like either of them but I'd rather khamzat lose but won't be upset if he wins

  • @joealkanovski513
    @joealkanovski5137 ай бұрын

    Dude was dominant for 7 years in ufc and the moment he lost everyone started disrespected Kamaru is a legend in the game and will always be i'm happy hes getting the respect he deserves again

  • @Chrism7178

    @Chrism7178

    7 ай бұрын

    because he's not gracious in defeat.

  • @kalocaploc124

    @kalocaploc124

    7 ай бұрын

    the average MMA fan nowdays compared to 10 years ago, is an incel, sitting on a couch, drinking beer, smoking weed eating fast food, thinking that talking trash behind a screen is man-like behavior and live in a never ending puberty. All UFC fighters in the top 15 should be respected, because what they go through to put bread on the table is crazy. MMA fighters go through hell, and 95% of them doesn't even make more money than the average dude with a degree. The competition is crazy, and you can get setbacks by injuries, personal reasons etc. People talk trash because they die in a video game, and you have boys saying "he is not gracious in defeat". Half these kids would lose their mind if they got knocked out and embarrassed in front of their girl, let alone the whole world, and still have the willpower to push through. We live in the snowflake soyboy era.

  • @tmcdougald

    @tmcdougald

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@kalocaploc124 there's also a high number of new pandemic fans, with severe recency bias issues. Among a lot of other things, most of which you've mentioned.

  • @jonmacist

    @jonmacist

    7 ай бұрын

    @@kalocaploc124 well said man too many want to be experts who dont train or cant train comment negative of pro fighters who made it in the UFC which is hard to do in the first place yet they cant even leave the couch from playing Call of duty eating cheetos.

  • @cjmartinez315

    @cjmartinez315

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@Chrism7178hoe . . ?

  • @robertpotwin
    @robertpotwin7 ай бұрын

    Always impressed with Kamaru’s attitude and mindset…walks and talks like a champion. Humble, confident, respectful, and competitive as hell.

  • @smookyonthebeat

    @smookyonthebeat

    7 ай бұрын

    get a load this correct opinion

  • @frankieeefinn8798
    @frankieeefinn87987 ай бұрын

    Even if he loses he’s won over so many fans by just taking this fight on short notice, such a legend

  • @SherLock55

    @SherLock55

    7 ай бұрын

    Hard not to respect the man, this is a dangerous fight on 9 days notice but with big risk comes big reward, if he can get by Khamzat he can become the MW champion.

  • @Rastamanjungle

    @Rastamanjungle

    7 ай бұрын

    im going to bet on him, he was a world champion has a lot of experience. Khamzat has little experience. Im only afraid to bet high as this is 3 rounder.

  • @AverageGymBrah

    @AverageGymBrah

    7 ай бұрын

    no he needa to win

  • @hiphopjunkie4life

    @hiphopjunkie4life

    7 ай бұрын

    if he loses he's finished

  • @frankieeefinn8798

    @frankieeefinn8798

    7 ай бұрын

    @@hiphopjunkie4life not really, it’s on short notice, if he took this fight with a full camp I’d agree but he has 9 days so he expected to lose here, snd if he wins he probably gets a title shot so it’s basically a free shot at a title shot

  • @guye94
    @guye947 ай бұрын

    I hope the fans respect Usman's legacy win or lose. This guy is a stud man, props to him; a welterweight legend and now stepping up to middleweight to repeat greatness. Inspiring

  • @blazenmessiah2211

    @blazenmessiah2211

    7 ай бұрын

    Exactly don't talk shit about the man win or lose he never duck nobody

  • @ScottPutnamART

    @ScottPutnamART

    7 ай бұрын

    My biggest criticism of him was being so dominant in his division and not moving up tp challenge himself and now he's doing that so I have none

  • @otallono

    @otallono

    7 ай бұрын

    @@ScottPutnamART why is it a requirement to move up

  • @FakeAndTrolled

    @FakeAndTrolled

    7 ай бұрын

    @@otallono MMA fans are never satisfied. If he moved up as champ, people would be complaining that he's holding up the division.

  • @blazenmessiah2211

    @blazenmessiah2211

    7 ай бұрын

    @@ScottPutnamART why would he need to move up though? He was the champion in his division. He could have retire in his division. Look at Khabib. Should have been moved up but he said he wasn't going to move up at all before he retire. But people say he the goat

  • @abdulswamad92
    @abdulswamad927 ай бұрын

    Imma say this now...cherish this man....CHERISH HIM...we.ll all miss him when he retires...his activity as champ is sorely missed

  • @Onlybadtakes2589

    @Onlybadtakes2589

    7 ай бұрын

    Naw we good

  • @MuMu124

    @MuMu124

    7 ай бұрын

    Yup..he woulda fought at least 3 times by now if he hadn't lost to Leon

  • @alexkorami6679

    @alexkorami6679

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@Onlybadtakes2589 ​​I smell your insecurities, his tropical machesmoness probably makes you go flaccid & limp because you feel intimidated and dominated by his Mandingo genetics.

  • @abdulswamad92

    @abdulswamad92

    7 ай бұрын

    @@MuMu124 exactly my point bro

  • @abdulswamad92

    @abdulswamad92

    7 ай бұрын

    @@Onlybadtakes2589 so u prefer an inactive champion who holds up the division while attempting to pick and choose his opponents...ok got you sir

  • @protopigeon
    @protopigeon7 ай бұрын

    Huge respect to Kamaru for stepping up at such short notice. We're all rooting for you man, go get it!

  • @rave123456v

    @rave123456v

    7 ай бұрын

    Look I got nothing against Usman but man he's signing up for 3 rounds of the hardest fight in his life same for Khamzat there's no easy road from here 3rd rounds both guys could be having their corners just trying to keep those guys around.

  • @cryptochangos5918

    @cryptochangos5918

    7 ай бұрын

    @@rave123456v sorry for my ignorance but isn't supposed to be 5 rounds?

  • @Viral_ENT

    @Viral_ENT

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@cryptochangos5918No. Only Championship fights are 5 rounds.

  • @MCalvinOlesko

    @MCalvinOlesko

    7 ай бұрын

    @@cryptochangos5918 no, since its not an titlefight + volk vs islam is the main event, so its 3 rounds

  • @Kidflowgzzz

    @Kidflowgzzz

    7 ай бұрын

    @@rave123456vKhamzat has been training for Costa, Usman just got the call come on warriors mentality there

  • @dwaynedewyer7439
    @dwaynedewyer74397 ай бұрын

    It’s wild we live in a world where most people only cherish champions and see how special they are after they lose the belt or when they retire. Usman is the man.

  • @jk2219

    @jk2219

    7 ай бұрын

    Usman was boring af until he knocked out Masvidal, people seem to forget his first Masvidal fight where all he done all fight was toe stomp

  • @denizkenger52

    @denizkenger52

    7 ай бұрын

    @@jk2219his toe stomping was elite

  • @lil-me8qz

    @lil-me8qz

    7 ай бұрын

    @@user-md8qs8wh6yhe was the champion? u guys always get off saying these CHAMPIONS of combat are too cocky,

  • @adamholden9546

    @adamholden9546

    7 ай бұрын

    Tall poppy syndrome

  • @aaronessary2971

    @aaronessary2971

    7 ай бұрын

    Moving camps to train with Trevor and Justin changed how he fought. He was so boring early on. Now he is fun to watch. I hope he wins… and toe stomps the shit out of him a few good times for old times sake. Lol

  • @e-8715
    @e-87157 ай бұрын

    Most under appreciated fighter on the roster 🔥🔥🔥

  • @rickyayy

    @rickyayy

    7 ай бұрын

    Agreed, go get that bag kamaru

  • @thewarlord502
    @thewarlord5027 ай бұрын

    The real bmf. Always active and positive

  • @gerryboy3699
    @gerryboy36997 ай бұрын

    what a warrior, the longer these guys stay in the sport the more we find out about who they are. Usman is an absolute Gladiator. Really like him so much more for this bravery. He's willing to put it on the line, awesome and inspirational.

  • @Aerieswhuntermusicofficial

    @Aerieswhuntermusicofficial

    7 ай бұрын

    Surprised Usman can even walk with balls that big

  • @majestic2396
    @majestic23967 ай бұрын

    Usman is a real definition of a Pro doesn't party and get sloppy always stays on point and he's getting rewarded with a huge bag and a chance to cement his legacy even more with a win

  • @jeremiahevans7752

    @jeremiahevans7752

    7 ай бұрын

    Hard work pays off even when you think someone isn't watching..💪🏾

  • @ClementWilfredweidle
    @ClementWilfredweidle7 ай бұрын

    Win or lose Usman is a G for taking this type of fight against khamzat on short notice

  • @blessedxxiii8908

    @blessedxxiii8908

    7 ай бұрын

    don't count him out man if it stays standing which most likely it will then usman will knock him out

  • @beaualoevv

    @beaualoevv

    7 ай бұрын

    @@blessedxxiii8908usman only knocked out washed 50y oId masvidal. holy casual

  • @Krlja

    @Krlja

    7 ай бұрын

    @@beaualoevv He knocked out Gilbert with a jab, same guy who Khamzat couldn't put down, and even arguably lost to.

  • @aykutescobar4756

    @aykutescobar4756

    7 ай бұрын

    @@beaualoevv He only used his Sniper Jabs against Gilbert and Knocked his Soul out Finished him cold but in the other hand your boy Dana's Hype job 0 IQ, BUM Kmshot got his Ass Beaten and Destroyed by that Small Lightweight Dilbert who actually only throwed Overhand Rights in that Kmshot fight 😂😂

  • @benjaminkell3726

    @benjaminkell3726

    7 ай бұрын

    @@beaualoevv😂😂😂😂

  • @latinobandido7471
    @latinobandido74717 ай бұрын

    Kamaru was never my favorite, but he has made himself undeniably great. Much love to a legend. We are riding with you.

  • @Tsobe

    @Tsobe

    7 ай бұрын

    well said, never my favorite either but dude deserves all the respect

  • @InspectorButters4

    @InspectorButters4

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@Tsobehe was never my favorite either, but bc he beat up all the other guys I liked....except Colby lol, I was glad Usman beat his ass 😂

  • @BryanTarinLozaMusic

    @BryanTarinLozaMusic

    7 ай бұрын

    I always liked Kamaru since he was a contender. He has always been special

  • @RT-qz5ci

    @RT-qz5ci

    7 ай бұрын

    I understand totally people not liking him, i guess. But hell yeah everyone has to put respect on his name. What a dog for taking this fight.

  • @danielbattle7620

    @danielbattle7620

    7 ай бұрын

    He’s going to get smashed

  • @gonzalovazquezavila535
    @gonzalovazquezavila5357 ай бұрын

    Before fighting Edwards for the second time, he seemed truly INVINCIBLE. There was a feeling while seeing his fights, that he was really a perfect, complete fighter

  • @anthonycorrea7500

    @anthonycorrea7500

    7 ай бұрын

    His striking was suspect. Sounds more like you’re describing GSP

  • @501Jordan

    @501Jordan

    7 ай бұрын

    @@anthonycorrea7500his striking was good enough to carry his career after he couldn’t wrestle the same and ground and pound. His true weakness is his jiu jitsu plain & simple, he would’ve finished leon in the 1st fight multiple times if he knew basic back chokes gsp would’ve beat leon 100% your right on him being the perfect fighter. No weakness in George’s game

  • @walkermusicandother3374

    @walkermusicandother3374

    7 ай бұрын

    Yea it’s called momentum and confidence building up its all spiritual and that’s a very strong energy to be riding off of so now that it’s gone it’s way different

  • @user-wh8tn4uq3n
    @user-wh8tn4uq3n7 ай бұрын

    He's always fought the best. 10 days notice, facing a monster after 2 tough losses. I hope he wins

  • @GBDazzler
    @GBDazzler7 ай бұрын

    This guy defended the welterweight title consistently, frequently and even jumps in like this. Usman a real fighter

  • @user-vr8ed5yx3g

    @user-vr8ed5yx3g

    7 ай бұрын

    No shit sherlock. You muppets Stating the obvious every minute of every day😂😂😂

  • @jamesnm21

    @jamesnm21

    7 ай бұрын

    They promised him a shot at Strickland if he wins bro. He's not jumping in to save the card.

  • @GBDazzler

    @GBDazzler

    7 ай бұрын

    @@jamesnm21 he's still going into a cage to fight khamzat chimaev on 2 weeks notice. Takes nuts regardless

  • @blessedxxiii8908
    @blessedxxiii89087 ай бұрын

    volk and usman deserve all the respect certified BMF's👑💯

  • @otallono

    @otallono

    7 ай бұрын

    except volk doesn't deserve a second immediate title shot in LW. Why would volk or anyone ever turn down such an opportunity?

  • @iam-retarded-but

    @iam-retarded-but

    7 ай бұрын

    troll@@otallono

  • @ApasTalaz

    @ApasTalaz

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@otallono huh? he was the second most deserving person behind Oliveira.

  • @TheDober109

    @TheDober109

    7 ай бұрын

    @@otallonoVolk was the backup fighter 1st he was ahead of the other lightweights and Volk had a 145 fight coming up

  • @nitinTDM

    @nitinTDM

    7 ай бұрын

    @@otallonohe arguably won the first fight, anyone who disagrees is either a blind muslim fan or a casual

  • @MrDjillest303
    @MrDjillest3037 ай бұрын

    Never thought I would cheer for this man. Until now! Let's go Usman 👏👏

  • @myhatmygandhi6217

    @myhatmygandhi6217

    7 ай бұрын

    Lot of people who are cheering for him now for taking the fight will flip on a dime if he loses and say he was dumb for taking the fight on short notice 😂

  • @marcernest3165
    @marcernest31657 ай бұрын

    I have a different kind of love for this guy. He's not my favorite fighter but I appreciate and respect him as much as if not more than anyone else. A real man he is

  • @anasshahid224
    @anasshahid2247 ай бұрын

    So much respect to Kamaru Usman for stepping in on 10 days notice to fight Khamzat, Usman is a legend for doing this 👏👏👏👏🇳🇬🫡

  • @chuckb9595

    @chuckb9595

    7 ай бұрын

    HE said 9 days so let's go with that!

  • @FinnMMA

    @FinnMMA

    7 ай бұрын

    Rooting hard af for Marty

  • @mmafan8861

    @mmafan8861

    7 ай бұрын

    Cockmaru usman is going to get mauled

  • @floridaman_85_58
    @floridaman_85_587 ай бұрын

    This man's a warrior. Took one a bigger chimaev on last minute. Respect. Shout out to Volk for stepping up as well

  • @999titu

    @999titu

    7 ай бұрын

    He weighs around 210+ now, gonna cut so is Khamzat around 205 . Both need to make weight 185.

  • @beaualoevv

    @beaualoevv

    7 ай бұрын

    @@999titudidn’t know u sit in both their pants

  • @scottstevens129

    @scottstevens129

    7 ай бұрын

    He wouldn’t do it as champ at welterweight this is a sign kamarus on his way out. Depending on how bad kamaru loses might dictate this mentality to retire sooner then later

  • @survivaltipsandtricks4042

    @survivaltipsandtricks4042

    7 ай бұрын

    @@scottstevens129well even with a win, it’s not gonna be an easy one either, his knees really only have like 2 more good fights before THEY call it quits.

  • @Chiefteeth1

    @Chiefteeth1

    7 ай бұрын

    @@survivaltipsandtricks4042khamzat isn’t gone be throwing leg kicks.

  • @SimplyTheBestCSGO
    @SimplyTheBestCSGO7 ай бұрын

    Considering Kamaru's body is all broken down (his hands, knees etc). I think the fact that it's on short notice and he doesn't have to cut weight might be really beneficial for him... also Volk and Kamaru seem really really excited about their fights unlike most guys on short notice or back up fighters. I always liked Kamaru, I hope he beats khamzat... don't really care for him but I know he's tough.

  • @shelleycline3542
    @shelleycline35427 ай бұрын

    I’ve missed Usman. Good to have him back.

  • @mybuddychad
    @mybuddychad7 ай бұрын

    Respect to this man. Loses title, loses rematch...could tuck, tail, and run , instead takes probably riskiest / unknown fight in division.

  • @madgavin7568

    @madgavin7568

    7 ай бұрын

    Usman made no secret that he wanted his next fight to be against Khamzat Chimaev. Usman is a real one, he takes all-comers and ducks no-one.

  • @dr.loomis4221

    @dr.loomis4221

    7 ай бұрын

    unknown?

  • @Ismail-Yahya
    @Ismail-Yahya7 ай бұрын

    Bro one thing I love about Usman is how cool minded this guy is. He's chilled bro regardless of what's happening

  • @wagonet
    @wagonet7 ай бұрын

    Never the hugest fan when you were champ. but mad respect. Rootin for you 🎉 these kinds of things will always be remembered.

  • @cuttz
    @cuttz7 ай бұрын

    Seeing him live in person at 286 was incredible and it was hard but I had to root for Leon being from the UK. However, seeing Usman progress his stand-up game was incredible, watching him knock out Masvidal I knew he was a certified legend (surely one of the best knockouts of all time). Loved watched all of his defences knowing he wouldn't lose.

  • @cl5862
    @cl58627 ай бұрын

    Kamaru is so humble for taking this fight. We’re 100% rooting for you! Be careful of his submission. Stand up till the very end.

  • @jorgemasdival7830

    @jorgemasdival7830

    7 ай бұрын

    Shout out to Usman but the 🐺 is here now.

  • @Michorida

    @Michorida

    7 ай бұрын

    Do you know what humble means lol? That makes no sense😂

  • @evanlouanthony

    @evanlouanthony

    7 ай бұрын

    @@Michoridayes it does. He’s taking this fight like a prospect with something to prove not a former PFP champ and 2nd best welterweight of all time.

  • @Michorida

    @Michorida

    7 ай бұрын

    @@evanlouanthony in what way is he taking this fight like a prospect?

  • @arnoldboer

    @arnoldboer

    7 ай бұрын

    He is probably getting paid an absolute stunner ammount of money for taking this fight. Ufc was on his @ss when both fights nearly fell out

  • @shone4781
    @shone47817 ай бұрын

    Respect to Usman for this whatever happens

  • @jingusus
    @jingusus7 ай бұрын

    Excellent questions and good interview. Thanks for posting.

  • @robin12379
    @robin123797 ай бұрын

    "Fighters fight" Huge respect for you Usman❤😊

  • @baccaratnatural
    @baccaratnatural7 ай бұрын

    Respect to these 4 guys for putting it all on the line for the fans. None of them have it easy, lot of variables change last minute. No body bucked.

  • @joseg2994

    @joseg2994

    7 ай бұрын

    They all buck to me …

  • @F10cke

    @F10cke

    7 ай бұрын

    "For the Fans" Its literally the job they choose and get paid for. But i agree with you, still very respectable.

  • @grandfather72

    @grandfather72

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@F10cke Fighting a pound for pound fighter with a completely different style than they've trained for, on days notice is not the job they signed up to get paid for. They're just simply different

  • @F10cke

    @F10cke

    7 ай бұрын

    @@grandfather72 what are you talking about? They literally could have declined the offer, but signed the contract. Its still their choice. Gamrot was the Backup, but they pay Volkanowski possibly a pretty good amount of money, as he indicated on his yt-channel. Or do you mean Makhachev and Chimaev?

  • @grandfather72

    @grandfather72

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@F10cke yeah, they could have declined the offer. but they didn't, which is exactly the point. they're doing it for the fans and legacy. you're saying it's their job. which isn't true, they could just run away from competition like other champions do, stay undefeated, and keep getting paid, but they chose to take this risk for the culture in a weight class they don't even fight in. true warriors.

  • @jrobertson1830
    @jrobertson18307 ай бұрын

    Usman is the reason why I started watching mma…..can’t wait for this fight …..only fighter worthy of my money 🎉

  • @thomaskayang6722
    @thomaskayang67227 ай бұрын

    Nothing has changed for me, Kamaru Usman's still and will always be a champ. He has already left a legacy in the world of MMA and the UFC. He's not just a champion, but also a legend.👏👏👏

  • @slimelord314
    @slimelord3147 ай бұрын

    Usman is a straight up dawg. Mad respect. I used to think he was dodging the kumshat fight but here he is chasing it

  • @begreatbeu
    @begreatbeu7 ай бұрын

    This guy is a true warrior! Let's go!

  • @danielbattle7620

    @danielbattle7620

    7 ай бұрын

    Loser. He’s a loser. And chimaev will remind you this

  • @jakesowers3511
    @jakesowers35117 ай бұрын

    I have all the respect for this man. He's literally fighting one of the scariest dudes on the planet on 9 days notice. I still think he has a chance to shock the world. USA wrestling baby.🤼‍♂️🦁🇺🇲

  • @cuzio

    @cuzio

    7 ай бұрын

    shock the world? it would be a shock if khamzat wins. you guys forget what a dominant champion usman was for the past few years

  • @eddieas

    @eddieas

    7 ай бұрын

    He's knees are shot he only has punchers chance at this point

  • @rdc3830

    @rdc3830

    7 ай бұрын

    @@eddieas if that’s true, than this was a bad matchup.

  • @joerenner8334

    @joerenner8334

    7 ай бұрын

    @@eddieas He is a superior boxer so I will agree. And he will fucken KO the big boogey man hype train

  • @TylorF-yy7dh

    @TylorF-yy7dh

    7 ай бұрын

    no chance if you compare their stats, chimaevs significant strikes landed per minute is insanely high at 7.3 vs usmans at 4.46. Chimaevs takedown rate and submission rate is also much higher. Chimaev, like him or not does serious damage every minute he's in that ring.

  • @FatelHits
    @FatelHits7 ай бұрын

    This was a great chess move by Marty. He is now in the spotlight and has gotten respect from his haters, me included. Safe to say I will be rooting for him next Saturday.

  • @nckgmz83
    @nckgmz837 ай бұрын

    Props to Kamaru for being able to step up on short notice. I think Khamzat is gonna be surprised at what the Veteran still has left.

  • @JrE-il7cf
    @JrE-il7cf7 ай бұрын

    Usman a beast. Hope his last 2 fights didnt take too much out of him.

  • @ThugNerd

    @ThugNerd

    7 ай бұрын

    his knees are gone

  • @mrb2643

    @mrb2643

    7 ай бұрын

    Thought he was gassing too quick .. stamina

  • @atomoyun8065

    @atomoyun8065

    7 ай бұрын

    @@mrb2643 Oh believe me even that stamina is muuch much better than Hype job BUM Kmshot's xd

  • @irlshrek

    @irlshrek

    7 ай бұрын

    I mean that first Leon fight...everyone was quiet because it was so one sided. And I expect being at 185 will mean his stamina will be even higher

  • @mrb2643

    @mrb2643

    7 ай бұрын

    @atomoyun8065 eh, grow up, my guy, "kumshot," that's juvenile grade 1 playground insults

  • @avalanche_mmy9408
    @avalanche_mmy94087 ай бұрын

    Usman would have put his title on line for min 2 times in a duration since leon became champion...thats why he is a true champion

  • @TDSPhenom
    @TDSPhenom7 ай бұрын

    This a great interview on Usman.. class act warrior!

  • @trentstandingrock516
    @trentstandingrock5167 ай бұрын

    I've always said people are going to miss Kamaru l, Volk and Israel when they're gone. They do things other fighters wouldn't consider, like fighting anybody and at any time. They fight often and there's no denying than they aren't made to run from other fighters. In a year or two the UFC and it's fans are going to miss when these guys were champs.

  • @jibaropelu9212
    @jibaropelu92127 ай бұрын

    Absolute stud! Best of luck!

  • @bradley3125
    @bradley31257 ай бұрын

    hope he goes in there & proves everyone wrong.. i think him not having a long hard camp could be something to consider, always injured during camps & not having one & coming in fresh could actually benefit him. tough ask but I'm fully behind him.

  • @Stopvotingdemocrat

    @Stopvotingdemocrat

    7 ай бұрын

    me too

  • @Last_Chance.

    @Last_Chance.

    7 ай бұрын

    Let's go Marty!!

  • @Brock_3256

    @Brock_3256

    7 ай бұрын

    Yeah he cuts a lot of weight to get to 170, so the easier weight cut could benefit him also. Gilbert Burns held his own fighting Khamzat, and Usman destroyed Burns. It should be interesting no doubt.

  • @JustChill-zd4ib

    @JustChill-zd4ib

    7 ай бұрын

    But fight camp is there for a reason tho. Why would they overstrain themselves knowing all risks of unuries? Maybe its not enough this time. We'll see.

  • @Rick-bi9fw

    @Rick-bi9fw

    7 ай бұрын

    Yea once you get towards the ends of your career you need to train like Dan Henderson said. Dan Henderson had the bestvroutine for old fighters.

  • @Jambajuice89
    @Jambajuice897 ай бұрын

    Excellent interview!

  • @twizzmonster6784
    @twizzmonster67847 ай бұрын

    Usman always keeps it real I love how he never disrespects Chimaev I feel like usman gonna get a shocking finish

  • @MrGreen087
    @MrGreen0877 ай бұрын

    This fight is very risky for Khamzat. Usman is hard to take down and submit. At the same time, Usman's stand up game improved a lot lately.

  • @suppleg7210

    @suppleg7210

    7 ай бұрын

    More of a risky fight for usman, I believe usman knows his chance at the belt is over, so he’s taking the money fight against the next big thing

  • @goo5976

    @goo5976

    7 ай бұрын

    Of course a casual thinks that Usman is only taking a money fight. He literally almost just won a split decision against Leon and he’s doing fine. He’s coming off of a loss so he’s going to be very careful but I think he can take this one. Khamzat doesnt have the resources

  • @prooo125

    @prooo125

    7 ай бұрын

    What do you mean “lately"? He already handled colby‘s volume back in 2019 and finished him after breaking his face. But yeah lately😂

  • @user-hy5cs3uj5n

    @user-hy5cs3uj5n

    7 ай бұрын

    that's what I think too@@suppleg7210

  • @MrRobjs83

    @MrRobjs83

    7 ай бұрын

    it's risky for both of them

  • @shazbazzy
    @shazbazzy7 ай бұрын

    Stoked to see Kamaru get back in there

  • @jamesvaden3703
    @jamesvaden37037 ай бұрын

    Spoken like a true champion. Looking forward to this banger of a fight 🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @kenmoraes6843
    @kenmoraes68437 ай бұрын

    All respect to Usman. Such a phenomenal fight. 🔥

  • @poppad1187
    @poppad11877 ай бұрын

    Respect to all the short notice fighters , you don’t have to like every damn thing about em but you’ve got to respect them big time. Kamaru has obviously grown on fans of the game and I am pulling for him to hand Chimaev his first UFC loss. Pumped for this fight as well as Islam vs Volkanovski. All 4 of these guys are as dedicated and disciplined as you can get when out of camp Let’s go !

  • @birajgautam7437
    @birajgautam74377 ай бұрын

    Kamaru Usman ... you deserve all the respect.

  • @zchielle
    @zchielle7 ай бұрын

    had never rooted for him before, wishing him all the best now, love the idea of seeing him retiring with two belts.

  • @timw4432
    @timw44327 ай бұрын

    Hats off to all of these guys. Both the fighters stepping in on short notice and the fighters accepting the new opponents (both are a step up in competition in my opinion) This is what it’s all about

  • @louismacrobert1894
    @louismacrobert18947 ай бұрын

    Huge Respect to usman for stepping up. I really want him to win, rooting for the underdog. Usman only has a few fights left so hope to see him in the best matchups

  • @jakedemaggio8649

    @jakedemaggio8649

    7 ай бұрын

    Let’s be honest though, Kamzat winning is better for the sport and sets up a lot more big matchups in the future. This is a typical cross roads match that you see in pro wrestling, MMA and sometimes boxing, where you put the top young fighter against the old declining legend with the big name in order to build up the younger fighters hype and recognition. Usman is SUPPOSED to lose to Kamzat, that’s the way it works. Let’s hope Usman goes out there and does what he’s supposed to do, give back to the sport that made him a millionaire & give the next contender the rub and some of his star power on his way out the door.

  • @thatWanderingSoul

    @thatWanderingSoul

    7 ай бұрын

    Usman is 37 years old. And his knees are shot. He's not doing this out of the goodness of his heart. His daughter needs to eat. Usman is walking into a slaughter house just for the paycheck

  • @Diablopray

    @Diablopray

    7 ай бұрын

    @@thatWanderingSoulthat’s a bit insane. We saw the burns fight. Usman can definitely stand with chimaev and obviously counter-wrestle some of the best wrestlers. But it is 10 days notice coming off of 2 losses. Khamzat might destroy him but could also see it being competitive

  • @701delbronx8

    @701delbronx8

    7 ай бұрын

    There’s no way Usman wins this fight. I see the KO or sub, easy win for Khamzat

  • @Diablopray

    @Diablopray

    7 ай бұрын

    @@701delbronx8 bro we’ve seen Strickland, O’Malley, dricus and other crazy things happen this year. I wouldn’t say no way

  • @therealdeal89
    @therealdeal897 ай бұрын

    Respect to Usman for taking this fight on short notice and halfway across the world... I supported Rocky and was happy he bested Usman but I can't hate the man for doing this!

  • @danielc834
    @danielc8347 ай бұрын

    You see who the real ones are. No excuses, warrior mindset.

  • @MrBeetsGaming
    @MrBeetsGaming7 ай бұрын

    This is honestly win win for Usman, especially if he was planning to stay at 170 for the time being..... He's gonna gain a bunch of fans win or lose and the UFC owe him big time for helping save the card.

  • @gabrielhedin1697
    @gabrielhedin16977 ай бұрын

    Respect to Kamaru win or lose.

  • @DaneliusUK
    @DaneliusUK7 ай бұрын

    Enjoyed it, thank you. Respect to Usman. Nice guy.

  • @dudutetro
    @dudutetro7 ай бұрын

    Props to Usman for taking this fight in such short notice and in enemy teritory. CAN'T WAIT, IT'S GONNA BE FIRE...🔥🔥🔥

  • @josa19042
    @josa190427 ай бұрын

    Never been Kamarus biggest fan but props to him for taking the fight! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @jamesnm21

    @jamesnm21

    7 ай бұрын

    You mean props to UFC for offering him a title shot at 185 if he wins to get him to take the fight. You really think he's just jumping in to save the card? Lol.

  • @TrendTrekkers
    @TrendTrekkers7 ай бұрын

    Real fighter always ready for war let’s go champ🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

  • @JustChill-zd4ib

    @JustChill-zd4ib

    7 ай бұрын

    Or are they? We'll see.

  • @razrsliq7623
    @razrsliq76237 ай бұрын

    Kamaru Usman is definitely in the Goat conversation and one of the most active champions in the history of the sport. Legend

  • @donsly375

    @donsly375

    7 ай бұрын

    THE USMAN IS GOING DOWNNNNNN

  • @razrsliq7623

    @razrsliq7623

    7 ай бұрын

    @@donsly375 Borz the wolf is getting slaughtered. If Chimaev couldn't finish Burns, I wonder what he has that Usman hasn't seen before

  • @misaelarroyo5712

    @misaelarroyo5712

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@razrsliq7623he is going to wrestle the f out of Usman. If they were the same age Usman manhandles him, but he has so much damage to his knees I don't think he can keep Borz of him. That being said I'm riding with Usman

  • @razrsliq7623

    @razrsliq7623

    7 ай бұрын

    @@misaelarroyo5712 Y'all over exergerrate Usman's knees. Burns went 3 rounds of war with Khamzat and it was a close fight. Usman finished Burns in less than 3 rounds

  • @BeyondDestiny

    @BeyondDestiny

    7 ай бұрын

    GSP and Jones are the only two UFC GOATs. Maybe Silva and Khabib, but they are a step below. Everyone else is sub par to them

  • @davidbrowne3102
    @davidbrowne31027 ай бұрын

    Usman got this💪🏾 He seems real calm.

  • @vantablack6809
    @vantablack68097 ай бұрын

    How the times have changed, people though usman would win against khamzat prior to his back to back losses against leon but now he is the underdog and his win against khamzat will shock the world,crazy.

  • @84jordie

    @84jordie

    7 ай бұрын

    Well your confidence gets shot when you lose 2 in row, and Usman is new fighting in this division. It will be interesting because Khamzat is also not very experienced in this weight having only 1 previous fight in Middleweight.

  • @unseen2553

    @unseen2553

    7 ай бұрын

    I think we get the Roy Jones yall musta forgot moment in this one. Kamaru wrestled at 184 his whole collegiate career. He’s a natural middleweight. I’m hopeful at least lol I just like the guy think he’s nothin but class and always has been.

  • @84jordie

    @84jordie

    7 ай бұрын

    @@unseen2553 yes, but Khamzat wrestled at 92kg bro. He is naturally bigger than Kamaru. But I do hope Usman derails the hype. Just hard to see it happen, especially in Abu Dhabi.

  • @aShamelessHigh

    @aShamelessHigh

    7 ай бұрын

    It definitely wouldn't shock the world if Usman beats Khamzat lol

  • @spinningcuckdick

    @spinningcuckdick

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@84jordie it can happen. Many good prospects have gotten their hype derailed in their stronghold and this might not be any different.

  • @boclips3459
    @boclips34597 ай бұрын

    Give the man respect for saving the card.

  • @chasg8183
    @chasg81837 ай бұрын

    I’m looking at the kids books in the background. Dude always in dad mode. 😂 respect

  • @MaddCoder
    @MaddCoder7 ай бұрын

    I'm starting to like Kamaru Usman more and more. He's well spoken and respectful. I hope he wins this fight. True champion taking on a tough fight in 9 days notice. 👍

  • @rippindrummer666

    @rippindrummer666

    7 ай бұрын

    How could you not like him after decapitating masvidal?

  • @DevExvius
    @DevExvius7 ай бұрын

    Usman is a savage. Love that him and Volk have the heart of a warrior for this sport. True people’s champs

  • @charlessnachez4248

    @charlessnachez4248

    7 ай бұрын

    Islam and Khamzat too

  • @DevExvius

    @DevExvius

    7 ай бұрын

    @@charlessnachez4248 yeah you’re right. Idk why I always look at is as only one side is stepping up to the challenge. All 4 competitors are facing a fighter that they didn’t train for.

  • @charlessnachez4248

    @charlessnachez4248

    7 ай бұрын

    @@DevExvius yeah specially that Islam is the one who’s risking his belt amongst the 4 but everyone is giving credit to Volk

  • @Swaze742
    @Swaze7427 ай бұрын

    This man has guts. I don't think anyone else would fight khamzat on short notice

  • @ItsameAlex

    @ItsameAlex

    7 ай бұрын

    Bo Nickal said he was upset he never got the call

  • @Iviolatekidz123

    @Iviolatekidz123

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@ItsameAlexBo Nickal woulda threw Hamzat out the cage lmao

  • @frjcde9392

    @frjcde9392

    7 ай бұрын

    @@Iviolatekidz123no nickel would get fucked up 😂

  • @besmart2350

    @besmart2350

    7 ай бұрын

    he has huge balls, just like Volk

  • @butterschunkmcdonalds5333

    @butterschunkmcdonalds5333

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@Iviolatekidz123Stop it. Give Bo some time before you make claims like that, Promise there's someone out there who will give him problems. You saying the same shit about Bo that people was saying bout Khamzat before the Burns fight. Give Bo couple more fights against tougher comp first lol

  • @mavvynne444
    @mavvynne4447 ай бұрын

    Usman is one of the GOAT. Much respect to him for taking up this fight in 10 days notice.💯📈⬆️🔥

  • @FatHulkRideEbike
    @FatHulkRideEbike7 ай бұрын

    The last couple years I have not watched the UFC that much. Kamaru seems like a level-headed guy. Good interview.

  • @rafaelcollazo9892
    @rafaelcollazo98927 ай бұрын

    Kamaru is a beast. See you soon boy

  • @bubbag3176
    @bubbag31767 ай бұрын

    I was team Colby during their beef, but my God, this man has won me over..He is special. He’s the only champion and/or former champion that would take a fight with the scariest prospect of all time on 9 days notice . Usman is laying it all on the line, not for money or a belt, I really think he’s doing it for his legacy, so he can show the world that he’s the best by beating Khamzat on short notice, in 3 rounds, at a higher weight class and on Khamzat’s home soil. Volk is stepping up and taking a dangerous fight too, but he’s not risking as much as Usman, just double champ dreams. Usman is risking his legacy and career (if he loses he will probably never see another title fight). ✊

  • @Highsen

    @Highsen

    7 ай бұрын

    Volk doing the exact same thing lol

  • @dandyally9983

    @dandyally9983

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@Highsenfor a tittle fight, read again 😂

  • @wtfiswrong1h

    @wtfiswrong1h

    7 ай бұрын

    "Scariest prospect of all time"😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 Shows how good the ufc is in hyping and promoting fighters. Khamzat only got 1 good win,a fight he arguably lost vs a guy usman destroyed. Now im not saying usman wins cause he probably washed but khamzat did nothing to justify the hype

  • @rudyfromhouston8811

    @rudyfromhouston8811

    7 ай бұрын

    Don't get it twisted he doing it for money 😂😂😂

  • @bubbag3176

    @bubbag3176

    7 ай бұрын

    @@wtfiswrong1h find one fighter that has trained with Khamzat and that hasn’t talked about how good he is.. they all say that “he can beat everyone at the gym”… because I can show you plenty.. including the UFC MW Champion saying it… name another prospect that had so many gym stories

  • @BIGD-gj1vb
    @BIGD-gj1vb7 ай бұрын

    I like this version of Usman. His mindset is in the right place and he's defiantly gained humility and maturity. Very well spoken. I will be rooting for him in battle. I was never a fan of his but my opinion has changed. Give Khamzat hell.

  • @gavdobs
    @gavdobs7 ай бұрын

    Respect to a truly classy fighter and beast

  • @ibrahimoyunda6533
    @ibrahimoyunda65337 ай бұрын

    Muuch much Respect to my Champ forever PFP Number 1 in my eyes Usman i know you can do this and You've already done this not too long ago let's go Usman show to the world that they never should've Underestimate a guy that who has nothing to Lose but Everything to Gain ✊🏿

  • @heneedsomemeeelk
    @heneedsomemeeelk7 ай бұрын

    Kamaru talks like he’s telling a scary bedtime story

  • @spinningcuckdick

    @spinningcuckdick

    7 ай бұрын

    I heard one other person say this and it was Daniel Cormier 😂😂😂

  • @d-onedeekool9482

    @d-onedeekool9482

    7 ай бұрын

    Who?

  • @PewPewPew911
    @PewPewPew9117 ай бұрын

    Let’s go, Usman!!!!! I met him. He was so nice! He is a awesome human being.❤️💪

  • @Bullet730
    @Bullet7307 ай бұрын

    Hope! He's in shape and was training the whole time because I know Chimaev was getting it in 💯

  • @Dylan-cr5ub
    @Dylan-cr5ub7 ай бұрын

    Chimaev vs Usman 🔥🔥🔥 CANNOT WAIT.

  • @senthilvelan544
    @senthilvelan5447 ай бұрын

    Usman been calling Khamzat for Abu dhabi since his Leon Trilogy. Some may even say... He manifested this

  • @truefallenangel

    @truefallenangel

    7 ай бұрын

    I MANIFESTED THIS

  • @ramakanthbaldawa4391
    @ramakanthbaldawa43917 ай бұрын

    Great to hear champ’s mindset!

  • @Daimdaimdaim
    @Daimdaimdaim7 ай бұрын

    TMZ always with this bruh

  • @crazypato3752
    @crazypato37527 ай бұрын

    "TAKING WHAT FROM WHO?" One of my favorite lines in the UFC

  • @landon1508
    @landon15087 ай бұрын

    First time rooting for you Kamaru! Hope you dominate the fight, excited to see what you do at 185

  • @raydawg6364
    @raydawg63647 ай бұрын

    Good questions, good interview. I love an underdog, let’s go champ!

  • @Its_Play_Time.
    @Its_Play_Time.7 ай бұрын

    Respect for taking the fight 💪 like both of them.

  • @danaabrahams8683
    @danaabrahams86837 ай бұрын

    Love this dude straight legend

  • @shahrosebhatti9122
    @shahrosebhatti91227 ай бұрын

    Respect Usman hope this isn’t the end for you and you get the W!

  • @champchamp4819
    @champchamp48197 ай бұрын

    This man became a fan favorite over night let’s go! You won me over !

  • @spalekralj
    @spalekralj7 ай бұрын

    Absolute stud and one of the greatest competitors in the history of mma.

  • @ibrahimoyunda6533
    @ibrahimoyunda65337 ай бұрын

    Absolute mtfking BMF I love this Warrior man absolute Monster hats off to you both Kamaru Usman and Volkanovski you guys have the literal Heart of a Champion that's why you're Built different both mentally and both Physically, Skillfull guys

  • @charlessnachez4248

    @charlessnachez4248

    7 ай бұрын

    Why not mention Chimaev and Islam? Especially Islam he’s the champ giving a second chance to volk

  • @TheKringer00

    @TheKringer00

    7 ай бұрын

    Islam isn't giving shit to anyone, Dana calls the shots. But you would think Islam wants to redeem himself because a lot of people think he lost the last fight. I personally think it was a draw.@@charlessnachez4248

  • @ibrahimoyunda6533

    @ibrahimoyunda6533

    7 ай бұрын

    @@charlessnachez4248 Kmshot has been training for 7 Months what are u talking about lol Usman is the one who's coming in with 10 Days notice and he isn't the one who has been training for months

  • @charlessnachez4248

    @charlessnachez4248

    7 ай бұрын

    @@ibrahimoyunda6533 lol do you think Usman was lying on his couch? Of course he was training, they do it for living 🤡

  • @hardikbajaj8704
    @hardikbajaj87047 ай бұрын

    He is the real BMF fighting a Boogeyman with f***ed up knees on 9 days notice... You are one of The GOATS Usman

  • @user-sh2th2yk3w
    @user-sh2th2yk3w7 ай бұрын

    How can you not like and respect this dude. All he has accomplished. Going up in weight on very short notice to fight a monster up and coming potentially future champ. Im rooting for Usman. Gonna maybe be his toughest test though honestly

  • @ComfyDadShoes
    @ComfyDadShoes7 ай бұрын

    I love how chill he is about this.

  • @funtv5661
    @funtv56617 ай бұрын

    When he was the welterweight champion, the division was so active and exciting 🎉❤

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