What Makes Alex Pereira One Of The WORLD’S BEST STRIKERS!? | UFC 295

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  • @WonderboyMMA
    @WonderboyMMA  Před 6 měsíci +28

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    • @JLPPRODUCTIONS-ql4ur
      @JLPPRODUCTIONS-ql4ur Před 6 měsíci +2

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    • @radesaul
      @radesaul Před 6 měsíci +2

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    • @JLPPRODUCTIONS-ql4ur
      @JLPPRODUCTIONS-ql4ur Před 6 měsíci

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    • @halvorsonmx
      @halvorsonmx Před 6 měsíci

      How much does fear affect striking? Alex does not appear at all to be scared of getting hit and this makes me think it allows him to stay in the pocket when necessary or better set up counter strikes. Like how Conor will just stick his chin out there and let them get oh so close or even Aldo absolutely nailed him but he was content with that to land his more effective counter strike. I know when I box I hate getting hit so much I seem to dwell on it then get lit up lol

    • @radesaul
      @radesaul Před 6 měsíci

      @@JLPPRODUCTIONS-ql4ur I hear ya,

  • @rodrigocolaziol3427
    @rodrigocolaziol3427 Před 6 měsíci +797

    The last guy who said that Poatan only has the left hook was Jason Wilnes who ended up losing after a kick to the head and a knee. in a Middleweight Title match on Glory

    • @jayn6943
      @jayn6943 Před 6 měsíci +107

      I think I remember that. Didn't Pereira say before the fight that he was going to make sure NOT to K.O him with the left hook?

    • @swanny3184
      @swanny3184 Před 6 měsíci +42

      didn’t jason wilnes say that alex wasn’t a complete kickboxer and just a boxer because of his background, i don’t remember him saying anything specific about the left hook

    • @rodrigocolaziol3427
      @rodrigocolaziol3427 Před 6 měsíci +26

      @@swanny3184 Yeah, he said that, but everyone knew he was talking about left hook and straight right hand

    • @curiosidadesimportantes
      @curiosidadesimportantes Před 6 měsíci +26

      @@swanny3184 Pereira is well-known by the left hook but he knocked out a lot of people with straights and knees. I think Pereira is one of the best or the best striker currently in UFC. if he is in a good day Saturday it will be a long night for Jiri.

    • @colefernandes2369
      @colefernandes2369 Před 6 měsíci +6

      Short* night

  • @toryshafer1961
    @toryshafer1961 Před 6 měsíci +285

    Alex is the definition of fearing a man who practiced the same kick 10,000 times

    • @ByproductRebelMind
      @ByproductRebelMind Před 5 měsíci +5

      BINGO!!! Better to practice ONE kick 1000 times than 1000 different kicks ONLY one time..

    • @suckmynose000
      @suckmynose000 Před 5 měsíci

      @@mohamb3785d Watch literally any top muay thai striker throughout history. Lerdsila, Saenchai, Tawanchai in One Championship. MMA is the best combat sport but as far as skill it's nothing compared to elite muay thai or kickboxing

    • @Nausicaaaa
      @Nausicaaaa Před 2 měsíci +1

      Paulo Costa landed two head kicks against Romero and Whittaker with all his strength and they didn't go down or go down
      If we talk about the variety of leg kicks, maybe Paulo Costa has more, maybe
      And that doesn't mean anything. Efficiency yes
      Poatan's style is a style to be efficient, not plastic.

    • @comphd6155
      @comphd6155 Před měsícem

      ​@@ByproductRebelMindJust practice 1000 kicks 1000 times

  • @garrusv
    @garrusv Před 6 měsíci +371

    Forgot to mention leg kicks? There’s no telegraph due to his squared stance, and this was crucial in his dismantling of Izzy. I believe it will prove vital in his fight against Jiri as well if he can time Jiri’s stance changes with low kicks.

    • @AirLancer
      @AirLancer Před 6 měsíci +25

      I definitely think his loss to Izzy definitely made him more patient once he has his cornered opponent, example being his last fight with Jan, rather than immediately going for the kill which cost him.

    • @draco2xx
      @draco2xx Před 6 měsíci +18

      i really want pereira to ko jiri to silence the critics, they really think jiri will finish pereira😂

    • @kookofo
      @kookofo Před 6 měsíci +21

      right on the money! wish it wasn’t an early stoppage tho

    • @lucbas171
      @lucbas171 Před 5 měsíci +17

      Vim do futuro para dizer que você estava certo!

    • @yoitsvenus616
      @yoitsvenus616 Před 5 měsíci +9

      ​@@AirLanceron the money, alex was a patient killer last night

  • @kinantantjiptawirawan1326
    @kinantantjiptawirawan1326 Před 6 měsíci +171

    his low kicks is the baddest, watch closely him vs Izzy and Jan how he dismantles 2 of the ufc best leg kickers ever has, unreal

    • @definitelynosebreather
      @definitelynosebreather Před 6 měsíci +52

      The fact Izzy trained a lot to defend them in their second UFC fight and still couldn't deal with it is pretty insane

    • @BombsAF
      @BombsAF Před 6 měsíci

      Jan spent the whole first round holding a body triangle, his legs were completely gassed. he started to defend them a lot better in the third round

    • @alex.l5732
      @alex.l5732 Před 6 měsíci +2

      Jan use technique with wrapping ankle and make it easier. Maybe good for UFC standard but for kickboxing standard or Muay Thai not impressive.

    • @narellano4726
      @narellano4726 Před 6 měsíci +2

      Best way to defend a leg kick is to counter with a straight. Jiris got speed so let’s if he can do it

    • @nicolasoliveira4903
      @nicolasoliveira4903 Před 5 měsíci +11

      ​@@narellano4726no he cant. First leg kick droped Jiri

  • @definitelynosebreather
    @definitelynosebreather Před 5 měsíci +123

    You gave a lower note because he doesn't switches stances, while he destroyed Jiri legs **because** he was timing perfectly Jiri's stances switches.
    While he does have a minimalist arsenal, he keeps managing to land the leg kicks and left hook in every single fight. It's time to stop ranking strikers by variety of strikes, efficient use of strikes are way more important than diversifying for the sake of diversity.

    • @prajwal1386
      @prajwal1386 Před 5 měsíci +1

      this was before that jiri fight

    • @pedrohca
      @pedrohca Před 5 měsíci +3

      "I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times." - Bruce Lee

    • @definitelynosebreather
      @definitelynosebreather Před 5 měsíci +1

      ​@@prajwal1386I know, it's just to say how bad this video aged.

    • @curiosidadesimportantes
      @curiosidadesimportantes Před 5 měsíci +3

      If envoy was a person = Thompson 😂 Alex came from kickboxing and got two belts in two divisions beating only Champs: Adesanya, Sean Strickland, Blachowicz, Jiri Projaska... That dude is a BEAST!

    • @curiosidadesimportantes
      @curiosidadesimportantes Před 4 měsíci

      ​@@definitelynosebreatherspecially tonight after Thompson getting finished 😂

  • @rafajero-8904
    @rafajero-8904 Před 5 měsíci +11

    You forgot to mention his energy maintenance: he really picks his shots and doesnt waste much energy.

  • @MorAodhan
    @MorAodhan Před 6 měsíci +80

    Izzy sold Pereira the possum play, Poatan thought Izzy was hurt like in the first fight and felt comfortable with hands low. Only way Izzy was going to win that and he did it. However, you can't fool Pereira again like that.

    • @lucbas171
      @lucbas171 Před 5 měsíci +10

      Por isso o Izzy não luta com ele novamente

    • @Alexander-sy3oe
      @Alexander-sy3oe Před 5 měsíci +1

      They’re not in the same weight class

    • @6zek3842pw
      @6zek3842pw Před 5 měsíci +2

      They both amazing fighters but izzy was winning their first UFC fight. Izzy sold his own fight by allowing him to pressure him to the fence

    • @curiosidadesimportantes
      @curiosidadesimportantes Před 5 měsíci

      Well he already won 3x against the dude... Obviously his brain probably was too comfortable but like you said... Alex is way more careful now. We saw that specially against Blachowicz he got him wobble a little bit in the end of round 2 and he didn't get crazy trying to finish

  • @CaughtInp
    @CaughtInp Před 6 měsíci +184

    Love how Kickboxers are taking UFC by storm. Poatan, Izzy, and obviously Wonderboy. Always been a big fan of Kickboxing, especially the elite of the elite!

    • @MrDrop442
      @MrDrop442 Před 6 měsíci +10

      They really need to stay having muay Thai fights like one... I absolutely love pure muay Thai fights and I know the ufc audience would probably be skeptical at first but give them a few good bangers and everyone will be on board.

    • @CaughtInp
      @CaughtInp Před 6 měsíci +25

      he has roughly 20+ pro kickboxing fights and nearly 40 amateur kickboxing fights, Id say hes a kickboxer.. and him not being a elite striker.. thats your opinion. @@PoatanCombatSportGOAT

    • @jakekunz5168
      @jakekunz5168 Před 6 měsíci +10

      @@PoatanCombatSportGOATur right jailton almeida is a TRUE kickboxer

    • @LeonardoMoreira-pz3qu
      @LeonardoMoreira-pz3qu Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@PoatanCombatSportGOAT He's from Karate

    • @alex.l5732
      @alex.l5732 Před 6 měsíci +1

      They are sort of descendants of Mirko crocop, one of first elite kickboxer doing well in MMA developed the southpaw open stance style Islam makhachev use.
      It was at a time Japan had at same time best kickboxing organizations in the world and best MMA organizations (K1 and pride FC) so cross promotion was easy (with special event K1 vs pride with crocop vs wanderlei Silva 1. To bring directly best strikers of the planet was easy to experiment.
      Many kickboxer helped improve MMA striking level as coach as well, Ernesto hoost even helped Fedor Emelianenko to prepare crocop fight .

  • @tylerrodgers1403
    @tylerrodgers1403 Před 6 měsíci +16

    Poatan gets hate because people think his only claim to fame is an Izzy win or two. But really Poatan is beautiful to watch and really likeable too when you start watching more of the content he makes himself

    • @alex.l5732
      @alex.l5732 Před 6 měsíci +2

      Agree I love kickboxing and always cheer for poatan but also a fan of Jiri prochazka since 2016 (Rizin) and saw him evolve from Rizin champion in Japan to UFC champ, can't choose a side for this fight .if Vadim Nemkov could come to UFC it would be great

    • @gabrielspohr1333
      @gabrielspohr1333 Před 5 měsíci +1

      If he could learn english the whole usa would love him, he is a simple hunble guy

    • @alex.l5732
      @alex.l5732 Před 5 měsíci

      @@gabrielspohr1333 in golden age K1 or pride FC you could not speak Japanese or not trash talk and become a superstar. For MMA wanderlei Silva or crocop were crazy popular and for K1 Andy hug was the most popular. (They all did many tv shows movies, tv series appearances, commercial....
      Mirko crocop even met japanese prime minister at the time

  • @luizaugustorodriguesolivei1685
    @luizaugustorodriguesolivei1685 Před 5 měsíci +6

    The thing about alec is that his style is made for him, a guy that is huge, strong and a specialist with a power to hurt and ko with any hit.

  • @Fusslar
    @Fusslar Před 6 měsíci +36

    I hope Wonderboy will be a future UFC Commentator- his Insights would be Phenomenal

    • @BEATmyguest31
      @BEATmyguest31 Před 6 měsíci +1

      THIS^^^

    • @FloSchmdt14
      @FloSchmdt14 Před 6 měsíci +5

      They’d be stupid if they didn’t try to get him. Everyone already loves him

    • @liamquinlan7082
      @liamquinlan7082 Před 6 měsíci +1

      Was thinking the same thing! he's so good at predicting how a fight ends up playing out and what openings are available for fighters to capitalize on, him calling the leon headkick against usman was insane. Would be incredible seeing him do that live on commentary

  • @los1wochos
    @los1wochos Před 6 měsíci +45

    The grading seems harsh for a kickboxing double champ. But I am no expert and excelling in distance management is probably enough with that huge frame and explosive power. Plus as you said perfect form on the techniques he uses.

    • @draco2xx
      @draco2xx Před 6 měsíci +2

      i hope pereira shows his grappling skills against jiri to silence the critics, pereira is definitely well rounded for a striker

    • @bhoomeerg8045
      @bhoomeerg8045 Před 6 měsíci +4

      Punching power makes up for a lot. Just think of Ngannou, the baddest combat sports athlete in the world.

  • @combatcritique
    @combatcritique Před 6 měsíci +172

    Coming from the best striker in the UFC 😅😅😅

    • @willdevereux4477
      @willdevereux4477 Před 6 měsíci +3

      lmao

    • @cozy.elfenomenooooo
      @cozy.elfenomenooooo Před 6 měsíci +3

      Pilowhands

    • @irmavep9917
      @irmavep9917 Před 6 měsíci

      Your trolling is shit tier. Also if you knew anything about the UFC, then you would know Stephen has put numerous people to sleep.

    • @SPACEGAME-tf7dr
      @SPACEGAME-tf7dr Před 6 měsíci +26

      Pillow hands with lighting fast technique is a pretty good substitute

    • @unitysnip3zz794
      @unitysnip3zz794 Před 6 měsíci +8

      @@cozy.elfenomenooooopillow hands who could ko most people with a clean headkick? ok buddy

  • @kylelemon4230
    @kylelemon4230 Před 6 měsíci +26

    I think it would be interesting to add one category : shot selection !
    The top strikers , simple or flashy have great shot selection . Might be covered within timing and distance management but i see it seperatly a bit🎉🎉

  • @pedroalvarez9401
    @pedroalvarez9401 Před 5 měsíci +17

    wonderboy you are lucky to live in the same era as the legend Alex Poatan and watch him win 4 Ufc champions and two titles F - for your prediction

  • @octysa
    @octysa Před 6 měsíci +72

    I was lucky enough to train with Poatan in Argentina, and I have a very close friend who helped him in his preparation for UFC 295.
    His advantage is power, his entire fighting system, let's say, works because of his powerful punch.
    The constant pressure he has on the enemy is terrible, and it's simple... he works on simple things and with power he sets the trap for you.
    It is not the best footwork but with the combination of timing in your hands it is brutal....
    It's unique

    • @yoitsvenus616
      @yoitsvenus616 Před 5 měsíci +10

      Hes long, hes lean, hes powerful, he knows his body and has developed his own style around it. My favorite fighter, and i think its awesome your homie helped him prepare.

    • @octysa
      @octysa Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@yoitsvenus616 Yeah! my friend even managed to get him to wear the Argentine soccer tshirt haahaha

    • @cbaileychamp
      @cbaileychamp Před 5 měsíci +4

      Have very similar dimensions to poatan. Ive learned how to leverage my body advantages so much by watching him fight.

    • @felipematheus6518
      @felipematheus6518 Před 5 měsíci

      ​@@octysado you call him monkey/mono too? Like all of dirty argentinos do? Or too scared?

    • @Johnny_sins_18_plus
      @Johnny_sins_18_plus Před 5 měsíci +1

      Damn I wish I can have a light spar with him too

  • @xristosrizos8406
    @xristosrizos8406 Před 5 měsíci +4

    Wanna see Poatan's distance management and timing? Watch every time he stops moving backwards in order to leg kick Strickland at the exact moment Strickland's left leg is about to touch the octagon

    • @mandjaco
      @mandjaco Před 5 měsíci

      WonderGlue deliberately ignores that

  • @thetaxiucla
    @thetaxiucla Před 6 měsíci +16

    What a treat getting a high level analysis like this!

  • @pneptun
    @pneptun Před 6 měsíci +3

    these breakdowns are pure gold content!

  • @meatball6930
    @meatball6930 Před 5 měsíci +8

    He just seemed to go up a level in this one. I feel like he’s just settling in to UFC and what he’ll work on and focus on. People forget about that little kick he does. That thing is an axe chopping at your leg. Every person has stumbled when that thing connects and he does it right way to F with your brain. He uses that big bone on the side of foot to do it. He does t use top of foot much and doesn’t have to roll hip over to do the kick which doesn’t give it away that it’s coming. It’s so fast and painful-you can see everyone be surprised and nervous. He must have a serious rock hard callous built up on that and has mastered shooting it sideways so it digs in and he gets to keep his balance when he throws it that way. That thing is a major game changer for him. Seriously watch any fight in 1st round when he lets everyone know he has it and you can see their face change instantly and you almost can’t escape it because there’s no tel for it coming. Mike Tyson says -everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face. But everyone has a plan until they get an axe kick to the leg. Not sure the name of that kick but the back side of an axe or hatchet sounds about right with the way it looks when you see ppls faces. In my experience these guys built like him are very hard at close distance. He has very tight rigid muscle and ligaments tendons. He’s very tight and stiff so punching him is like hitting a wall and because it’s all stiff he can generate power up close. I disagree it’s all at the end of his shot. That does refer to Conor who was loose and needed you at the end of the shot but Alex is tight and those close shots are quick snappy power shots too. I’d bet that anyone his size would say his short close punches are stronger than anyone. I mean even that leg shot he does is short and tight and he does more damage with those over his long kicks. I really thought he’d start having trouble by this fight but i saw a guy that has changed some things up and is now more confident-he definitely figured out something in his game he was missing and this is a different Alex then even the last fight. Him staying in Connecticut with Glover is paying off.

  • @WildfangAZ
    @WildfangAZ Před 6 měsíci

    Love ya Wonderboy!! Thanks for the breakdown

  • @bjed21
    @bjed21 Před 5 měsíci +3

    Everyone talks about the left hook. No one talks about the calf kicks.

  • @kevomeister
    @kevomeister Před 6 měsíci +31

    Times are tough for Wonderboy, he's even wearing old ripped shirts. I'm praying for you man.

    • @IVIodernWarefare2
      @IVIodernWarefare2 Před 6 měsíci +1

      I hope this was a troll. Man is literally fighting on the next main card (256)....

    • @Niveksllew
      @Niveksllew Před 6 měsíci +4

      ​@IVIodernWarefare2 you mean 296? And yes, of course he's kidding.

    • @cheesypumpernickel5568
      @cheesypumpernickel5568 Před 6 měsíci

      it's just one of the home one shirts you know, not a big deal

  • @paxnominus
    @paxnominus Před 5 měsíci +1

    that "evil laugh"! lol!
    always a pleasure watching your content, WB! You're an inspiration to me and my karateka kids! :)

    • @farlessouza4364
      @farlessouza4364 Před 5 měsíci

      , man, watch Lyoto MAchida, the best karate of mma. UFC champ.

    • @paxnominus
      @paxnominus Před 5 měsíci

      @@farlessouza4364 I've watached Machida, but my kdis appreciate WB's content more..

  • @AppendixDaphnis
    @AppendixDaphnis Před 6 měsíci +14

    I think u r missing the knee KO in the timing analysis. Also in the footwork, who has better footwork, the one that switch stances, move in and out and circles, or the one that with one single move put him in a position for KOing people?

    • @definitelynosebreather
      @definitelynosebreather Před 6 měsíci +8

      I have some points about the way Wonderboy breaks this down in those factors too. At the most basic level, fighting is about imposing your own game while nullifying the opponents'. And just breaking it down in footwork / timing / variety / distance management doesn't give a fair assessment of how dangerous Pereira is. Charles Oliveira, for instance, has some visible holes in his game and does get hit a lot, but - apart from Islam - he was able to impose his chaotic style in every single opponent in the last few years, and has an insane win rate over top level fighters.

    • @draco2xx
      @draco2xx Před 6 měsíci

      jiri is so overrated, i can't believe people thinks he gotta chance. his stand is terrible

  • @AlexCruz-zf1qn
    @AlexCruz-zf1qn Před 6 měsíci

    This is the video I been waiting for !!

  • @anasshahid224
    @anasshahid224 Před 4 měsíci

    Solid breakdown as always Wonderboy, Alex Pereira striking skill is unmatched 👏👏👏

  • @RazorBlade_MMA
    @RazorBlade_MMA Před 6 měsíci +44

    I’m also fighting this weekend I’ll get the dub and get home to see the fight. Wouldn’t miss Alex getting that belt for the world. Wish me luck!

  • @jmathman11
    @jmathman11 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank You Sir and Your Family. Excellent commentary and WarGod info.

  • @michaeltrimble7680
    @michaeltrimble7680 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Coach was tellin me about my chin last night lol. Dude I can’t wait to see your next fight!

  • @brandonprice6448
    @brandonprice6448 Před 6 měsíci +16

    I think you should include power in your criteria. The fact that something like that goes unmeasured with a guy like Alex is crazy. Other than that I think the criteria is pretty thorough.

    • @raptorclaw6994
      @raptorclaw6994 Před 6 měsíci

      Power isn't a metric for skill so no point

    • @brandonprice6448
      @brandonprice6448 Před 6 měsíci +5

      @@raptorclaw6994 Really? That’s an interesting and very shallow attempt at invalidating my argument. Is there no skill in powerlifting? Is there no skill in explosive motion like high jump, sprinting etc? Skill can aid in a strike being delivered with more power. Yes some people are naturally gifted and have more power than others, but to pretend there is no skill in an explosive/athletic movement is crazy.

  • @BiblicalLongevity
    @BiblicalLongevity Před 6 měsíci

    Awesome breakdown! Thank you

  • @Incognito144
    @Incognito144 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Great analysis. Especially the part about disrupting breathing

  • @tylerkelly9801
    @tylerkelly9801 Před 6 měsíci

    Love u Steven. That fight when u whupped Holland, who has literally whupped everyone, was one if the the happiest moments of my ufc watching life

  • @JSickPoker
    @JSickPoker Před 5 měsíci

    Awesome breakdown! ❤

  • @FRGGuideservice
    @FRGGuideservice Před 6 měsíci +1

    Was waiting for that high note on distance management

  • @franklin.lisboa
    @franklin.lisboa Před 5 měsíci +1

    I'm pretty sure He would enjoy your video and you guys would have a great time having some training. Cheers WB

  • @alexroot6615
    @alexroot6615 Před 6 měsíci +1

    great stuff!

  • @caspermac
    @caspermac Před 6 měsíci +2

    Please become a UFC color commentator. You can't leave the UFC when you retire, we won't allow it lol. We need you forever.

  • @YRG_JR
    @YRG_JR Před 6 měsíci +2

    I just can’t wait for UFC 299

  • @xxneggalee2785
    @xxneggalee2785 Před 6 měsíci

    his courage and big balls to move forward and bang will always put him above izzy

  • @MrResale
    @MrResale Před 5 měsíci

    bro this analysis was sick

  • @russellsidell
    @russellsidell Před 5 měsíci

    Wonderboy is the man

  • @amospan14
    @amospan14 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Alex "Putting You To Sleep" Pereira 😆

  • @jessec377
    @jessec377 Před 6 měsíci

    Wonderboy has the best breakdowns

  • @thewolf5444
    @thewolf5444 Před 5 měsíci +17

    I think it's almost safe to say that Alex has the best stand up game in the ufc.
    His punches are incredible AND his leg kicks are insane! He generates speed and power that is almost unparalleled.
    Only way to beat him is take him down.

    • @user-br7sf6ng1j
      @user-br7sf6ng1j Před 5 měsíci +1

      Wait till he loose...you wil tell the same for some other fighter 😂

    • @christophermorrison2626
      @christophermorrison2626 Před měsícem

      I’d say on a technical standpoint guys like o malley , sandhagen topuira and gane are better but pereiras jack of all trades master on none in the striking plus his earth shattering power puts him up there tho his boxing defence his past 3 fights has looked very spotty so he can definitely be beaten on the feet.

    • @thewolf5444
      @thewolf5444 Před měsícem

      @@christophermorrison2626 Yeah I mean there's more well rounded fighters.
      But Alex pretty much can break anyone down with just his perfect leg kicks and then his power left hook. It's a pretty mean combo!

  • @user-kz3pb2tw6e
    @user-kz3pb2tw6e Před 5 měsíci

    CZcamsrs gone crazy. I need your teams management, to ultimately fight you. You are the face that full contact needs now. Above the belt will sell...Again. Love the technique over view👊

  • @ASSman864
    @ASSman864 Před 6 měsíci +3

    9:48 Bas rutten said he tries to time his body shots with the moment he sees his opponent going to inhale, that way their stomach is soft compared to on their exhale

  • @MrDrop442
    @MrDrop442 Před 6 měsíci +3

    Not only the best striker in the ufc you are becoming one of the best ufc personalities for break downs

    • @kermit1211
      @kermit1211 Před 6 měsíci

      @@PoatanCombatSportGOATwhat's so funny?

  • @Aatrox_Darkin
    @Aatrox_Darkin Před 5 měsíci +3

    The most important component of Alex’s fight style is his tough chin, I’m glad you said it out, just watch Pereira vs Vahkitov, Pereira is very tough

  • @aarondavidson4093
    @aarondavidson4093 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I agree on the defence stat. All of the fights I’ve seen him in he’s been rocked - although most of the time he weathers the storm and throws back, I feel if he’s got his chin a little lower his jaw is covered a bit by his guard and shoulders.

  • @TheSultonOfTheFuckingWaves
    @TheSultonOfTheFuckingWaves Před 6 měsíci

    Besides the constent Draft kkng adds WB has by far the best CZcams channels

  • @shadowX316
    @shadowX316 Před 6 měsíci +8

    I know we're talking about fractions, but I'd put his footwork at B- or even a B. When he needs to move, usually he moves (minus the last izzy fight)

    • @joshuae4639
      @joshuae4639 Před 6 měsíci

      i think a b is too high B- at most

  • @MrWardooo
    @MrWardooo Před 5 měsíci +2

    He's started Kickboxing at 22..how crazy is that?

  • @buttkissery2k
    @buttkissery2k Před 5 měsíci

    Are you moving up a weight division? That would be crazy cool 🔥

  • @user-br7sf6ng1j
    @user-br7sf6ng1j Před 5 měsíci +1

    You are one of the best striker in UFC history nhga

  • @chesneytube1
    @chesneytube1 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Strickland thinking he could stand straight up right in front of Pereira and box with him is insanity

  • @iganbr
    @iganbr Před 6 měsíci +3

    I disagree in the timing section, Poatan is also great with countering, though he prefers to be the agressor

  • @adrieloliveira1463
    @adrieloliveira1463 Před 5 měsíci +2

    B+ for timming is an injustice! rsrs

  • @mixk2991
    @mixk2991 Před 5 měsíci

    Guys one of the most accomplished kickboxers ever with his unique style that works perfectly for him

  • @colindavis7197
    @colindavis7197 Před 6 měsíci +11

    Idk about best striker but holy crap is that left hook nuclear💀

  • @GSBP1000
    @GSBP1000 Před 5 měsíci

    I love your videos

  • @rafaelvicente7236
    @rafaelvicente7236 Před 5 měsíci +3

    Poatan is the best what we can watch in MMA. Anyone that talk in opposite direction is delirium. His left hook is so powerful that destroy all opponents. Definitely, he's the best in UFC nowadays!

  • @kylebaird7330
    @kylebaird7330 Před 6 měsíci

    You should do a video on Alex periera secret calf kick and how to implent to other peoples game

  • @luisgarsner3832
    @luisgarsner3832 Před 5 měsíci

    His POWER(also leg kicks)..makes him probably makes him the most dangerous

  • @MaverickZ007
    @MaverickZ007 Před 6 měsíci +1

    My GOAT Wonderboy so busy training for Shavkat he doesnt have time to buy a new shirt! lol

  • @austinmardis1077
    @austinmardis1077 Před 6 měsíci

    What do I gotta do to get a training session w you Stephen?

  • @krao95
    @krao95 Před 5 měsíci +1

    In the variety section, where are the switch knees, the round house kick, question mark kick, wheel kick, teep kick? He's utilized all these throughout his career. Few of them in the UFC as well.

  • @robsondeoliveiradeoliveira6811

    Poatan, The best of The best. 👊👊

  • @jstChase
    @jstChase Před 4 měsíci

    6:27 I thought that was my dogs playing with a toy. Had to rewatch it like 5 times til I realized it's his. 😂

  • @joshuarai738
    @joshuarai738 Před 5 měsíci +2

    no doubt your best in striking

  • @ghostwolf5586
    @ghostwolf5586 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Nah, C+ for footwork after the masterclass in footwork he presented against Strickland isn't fair. Alex made sure to circle the whole fight while pumping out strikes and maintaining the right range in order to basically never allow Strickland to get his offense going.

  • @deeez3606
    @deeez3606 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Woooonnnder Boooyyyyyy 🎶

  • @janwelk177
    @janwelk177 Před 6 měsíci +8

    This is my hope: WB demolishes Shavkat (fingers crossed), and Colby (whom I actually like) loses. Then WB gets the title shot against Leon which will also be the battle of the best strikers in the UFC!

    • @pasqualecimino6238
      @pasqualecimino6238 Před 6 měsíci +3

      Wonderboy vs Rocky would be a sick fight but I doubt Wonderboy will demolish Shavkat. Rakmanov is a monster . It will be a though fight.
      I will root for Wonderboy tho.

    • @otgod6694
      @otgod6694 Před 6 měsíci +1

      Leon vs Wonderboy would be an incredible fight. Love WB but I don't see it happening though unfortunately.

    • @draco2xx
      @draco2xx Před 6 měsíci

      shavkat is going to dominate wonderboy. its a reason why wonderboy been ducking shavkat

    • @janwelk177
      @janwelk177 Před 6 měsíci

      @@draco2xx lol I've heard WBs explanation for not taking the fight 2 years ago, and it made sense to me. And now he's taking the fight, so everyone's happy!

  • @alexlawrence6220
    @alexlawrence6220 Před 6 měsíci

    i love the one punch man poster in the back my top favorite anime

  • @thebigg774
    @thebigg774 Před 6 měsíci

    Is the What's Up Everybody podcast ever coming back?

  • @makesenz
    @makesenz Před 6 měsíci +3

    It's funny that you're bringing up the Dutch kickboxing, cos i know he's been to my country to train at the best dojo's!, Dutch kickboxing is heavily influenced by Kyokushin (it's the roots basically) but instead of a high guard, he keeps his hands while keeping the square stance. It's a cool blend! Osu

    • @ASSman864
      @ASSman864 Před 6 měsíci

      Bas rutten didnt keep a high guard either

    • @makesenz
      @makesenz Před 6 měsíci

      @@ASSman864 True, Dutch kickboxing has a high guard however

  • @ShimshonPlayz
    @ShimshonPlayz Před 6 měsíci +13

    You are by far the best striker in the ufc

    • @azurebadger
      @azurebadger Před 6 měsíci +2

      I was going to say the same thing. Its why they hug him on the ground rather than face him on the feet

    • @mateuscamargo7139
      @mateuscamargo7139 Před 6 měsíci +1

      Where is his belt ?

    • @pretomsaha1294
      @pretomsaha1294 Před 6 měsíci

      @@mateuscamargo7139where’s urs?

    • @mrmalio
      @mrmalio Před 6 měsíci +4

      ​@mateuscamargo7139 they said striker not fighter

    • @cozy.elfenomenooooo
      @cozy.elfenomenooooo Před 6 měsíci +1

      The best striker is a decison machine?

  • @LOUOMOPAZZO
    @LOUOMOPAZZO Před 5 měsíci

    Hi, could you also make a video about prime Petr Yan?

  • @DwarfDt
    @DwarfDt Před 6 měsíci +1

    I like nuthatch he doesn't turn his knuckles when hooking

  • @rjayfebre9287
    @rjayfebre9287 Před 6 měsíci

    nice vid

  • @Shouko-sama
    @Shouko-sama Před 4 měsíci +1

    Alex is not a perfect flashy type fighter but an effective style which is best for his body

  • @robertb755
    @robertb755 Před 6 měsíci +1

    WB, when your fighting career ends, become a UFC commentator.

  • @ruderiks8872
    @ruderiks8872 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Wonder-bread

  • @desert6665
    @desert6665 Před 5 měsíci

    Any way you could look at my first mma fight I’m new to this sport and I’ve only started watching ufc like 4 months ago

  • @taylorskidmore2745
    @taylorskidmore2745 Před 6 měsíci +1

    We all love the sport and the fighters but there is something special with guys like Alex and Jiri. They're larger than life almost like real life pro wrestling characters or video game characters

  • @stopsheeping
    @stopsheeping Před 6 měsíci +1

    If I'm in Poatan's camp, I'm focused on his defense. No low hands vs Jiri, he throws some wild stuff.

    • @B1ackout850
      @B1ackout850 Před 6 měsíci

      Jiri should be doing the same thing, both of thses guys have incredible power

  • @leothelion2001
    @leothelion2001 Před 5 měsíci

    This video aged so well like fine wine 🍷 😂

  • @ameyR11
    @ameyR11 Před 6 měsíci

    I would love to watch Stephen vs Pereira in kick boxing match

  • @telquel7843
    @telquel7843 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Do one for Pavlovich haha ... or Jiri I suppose for balance.

  • @debrajghosh6919
    @debrajghosh6919 Před 6 měsíci

    Do one for jiri too

  • @Patsfan973
    @Patsfan973 Před 6 měsíci

    I think a better explanation is he has scary speed and power but not great defense its hard because how do we call someone a good striker? Flashy techniques? Or knockout power?

  • @poodlehat
    @poodlehat Před 3 měsíci

    Stephen really trying to make me hot and bothered with that tear in his shirt ahahah... its working i couldnt take my eyes off it the entire video had to get in the icebath after this one

  • @thehawaiiank
    @thehawaiiank Před 6 měsíci

    Can we just give Wonderboy the Title already? We all want it. Wish the UFC would cater to him like they do these others.

  • @gogonoise
    @gogonoise Před 6 měsíci +1

    I would like to know the pros of a low guard (low hands). He's a end boss in striking so I refuse to think he's doing wrong a such a basic / fundamental stuff as "keep your hands up". But he's also not keeping hands as down as (let's say) Jiri, with the big advantage of hiding the hand strikes. Pereira blocks with elbows and shoulders sometimes but still I think I miss something.

    • @jeffgillson
      @jeffgillson Před 5 měsíci +2

      Hands low helps takedown defense.
      Low hands are in position to get underhooks and stuff a takedown attempt.

  • @ascension1199
    @ascension1199 Před 5 měsíci

    Jones vs Alex? 🔥

  • @jonathankelly9827
    @jonathankelly9827 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Those two need to meet up and train

  • @mmarz2675
    @mmarz2675 Před 6 měsíci +11

    Does Aleax keep his chin high to give the illusion of being further away as he leans back a little or something? Is it to entice the opponent to draw the counter? I cant for the life of me figure out how such an experienced striker would do this.

    • @SPACEGAME-tf7dr
      @SPACEGAME-tf7dr Před 6 měsíci +3

      It’s part of his stance, when he throws he rarely leans into a strike which is why he usually is so accurate opponents can’t really get a read off his hip motion before the strikes come out and also I think that’s why his punches and kicks are so stiff but clean

    • @zGJungle
      @zGJungle Před 6 měsíci +5

      Yeah it is an invitation so he can counter, earlier in his career he had a more typical kickboxing guard.

    • @DiogoSanti
      @DiogoSanti Před 5 měsíci

      Like Alex said back then it's a trap because he always keeps his range... Also in UFC, different from Glory, he can better defend low strikes and submission attempts

  • @curiosidadesimportantes
    @curiosidadesimportantes Před 6 měsíci +7

    Wonderboy advising Alex Pereira who is 7x times champ in Glory and double division champ + Middleweight Champ in UFC fighting 4 former champions and winning... How many UFC titles does Wonderboy has? 😅

    • @lightning5261
      @lightning5261 Před 6 měsíci

      any type of constructive criticism is valuable, especially when you are getting it from an experienced striker like wonderboy

    • @curiosidadesimportantes
      @curiosidadesimportantes Před 6 měsíci +6

      @@lightning5261 Valuable for who? That's subjective. Pereira having all those titles in Glory (8x), being Anderson Silva sparring partner, beating Adesanya, Blachowicz, Sean Strickland, being middleweight Champion (something that wonderboy never accomplished)... Don't you think he already know that? Don't you think it's just Wonderboy (with all the respect) who won nothing against anyone really relevant is just trying to look cool? Don't you think is a bit of arrogant from someone who (wonderboy) is also a kickboxer and never accomplished anything very significant in that department trying to diminish Pereira's value/image as a fighter. I have nothing against Wonderboy but to me it just seems that he is jealous of the guy. Anyways just my opinion.

    • @lightning5261
      @lightning5261 Před 6 měsíci

      @@curiosidadesimportantes I don't think wonderboy is trying to diminish Pereira's ability to strike. Just the way the ranking system works doesn't show the whole picture of alex as a fighter. I also didn't think Wonderboy was arrogant with his grading since alex's style is more of a riskier type than most others. but all that being said, I love alex as a fighter and I do hope he wins the LHW belt.

    • @curiosidadesimportantes
      @curiosidadesimportantes Před 6 měsíci

      @@lightning5261 Well Anderson Silva was a risky fighter and was one of the greatest. And they were sparring partners... It's just a fight style.

    • @rovanek9457
      @rovanek9457 Před 6 měsíci

      7xglory😂😂😂😂😂 glory sucks not a onest organisation.watch van Roosmalen vs superlek🤔 not fighting for more then 2years en stil worldchamp 😂😂😂.and i am Dutch and glory is/was Dutch .Nope beter watch one or karate combat .glory had never hit the level of k1 and never will!Nicky Holzken great fighter and champ in glory but not on one !