Aljamain Sterling Post-Fight Press Conference | UFC 292

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  • Former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling took questions from the press following his defeat in the UFC 292 main event on Saturday.
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  • @waynestark2457
    @waynestark2457 Před 10 měsíci +896

    Although he lost the fight, he won over a lot of people with his class, humility, and grace. I wish him well.

    • @ptrekboxbreaks5198
      @ptrekboxbreaks5198 Před 10 měsíci +49

      That's the way he's always been. I'm not going to judge if another man is hurt or not after taking a knee to the side of the head. Half the ppl booing him don't even know why they "hate" him

    • @dominicpalladini7290
      @dominicpalladini7290 Před 10 měsíci +25

      @@ptrekboxbreaks5198 This is exactly right! I never understood people booing him. Guess there was some racism rant for some as well... (because even if we don't talk about it, ppl will find any excuses to justified their racisms)

    • @slashemdwn6791
      @slashemdwn6791 Před 10 měsíci +16

      @@dominicpalladini7290Always been racism no one will admit it though

    • @lostprophecy7593
      @lostprophecy7593 Před 10 měsíci

      lmao stop that shit bro, people love champs like Jones, Usman, etc@@slashemdwn6791

    • @nusrethbaig7835
      @nusrethbaig7835 Před 10 měsíci +1

      Agree

  • @cedricwilford
    @cedricwilford Před 10 měsíci +1032

    This is one of the best post-fight interviews I've heard. Good job, Aljo.

    • @rollin60z
      @rollin60z Před 10 měsíci +5

      🧢

    • @DMTEntity88
      @DMTEntity88 Před 10 měsíci +12

      Another fixed fight by the UFC!!! That was clearly an early stoppage in the main event by paid off Mark Goddard, And the fact that they showed a side-by-side comparison from O’Malley’s “knockout” on Aljo, to Connors against Jose Aldo is just icing on the cake, and in the post fight press conference Aljo literally said,”It’s like a WWE thing.”I’m telling you people who love MMA and the UFC and you sports bet they are literally rigging the fights they are having, so more people lose bets on stupid sports analyst and media tryna throw off the sports betters. There is a reason the UFC made it illegal for their own fighters to bet on fights it’s because they know some of the fights are fixed so they can make a “storyline”… Wake up MMA fans the UFC is not “real sports” but listed under entertainment sad to see the UFC is going down the WWE route so they can make money off the people who don’t know it’s fixed….🙄🙄 Btw not a fan of any person or fighter on planet earth, I’m a fan of God and what the UFC is clearly doing with their fights,rigging it like that is illegal and evil ASF!!

    • @SparkyTakedown
      @SparkyTakedown Před 10 měsíci

      😮

    • @stephonadair5931
      @stephonadair5931 Před 10 měsíci +2

      Absolutely

    • @nickotten1358
      @nickotten1358 Před 10 měsíci

      Then why you in these comments?

  • @zacharyjohnson9269
    @zacharyjohnson9269 Před 10 měsíci +649

    I gotta say he took this one on the chin. No pun intended. No BS excuses and he was truly graceful in defeat. I give him a ton of respect for that.

    • @jmz2144
      @jmz2144 Před 10 měsíci +1

      135 likes

    • @muffincakes3768
      @muffincakes3768 Před 10 měsíci +1

      easy to be graceful in defeat tbf. But I do respect him a lot and his background

    • @srr3097
      @srr3097 Před 10 měsíci +16

      @@muffincakes3768No it’s not especially from his case. Dude mad a 3 month turnaround after a 5 round battle against Cejudo. He could have made a lot of excuses

    • @youngprivileged8772
      @youngprivileged8772 Před 10 měsíci +11

      @@muffincakes3768he could’ve easily said sean hit him with a lucky shot and discredited everything he did but he actually made it a point not to do that and that’s very commendable

    • @swed8506
      @swed8506 Před 10 měsíci +2

      Yea hopefully he drops the gimmick so i can truly be a fan of him

  • @tyronewinter6188
    @tyronewinter6188 Před 10 měsíci +341

    Aljerman Sterling never deserved the hate he got, also respect for being so humble in defeat

    • @TheeFitnessEnthusiast
      @TheeFitnessEnthusiast Před 10 měsíci +37

      Honestly, he did deserve it. The acting shenanigans to win the belt was so lame. If you wiped that from our memories, then there would be no hate.

    • @srr3097
      @srr3097 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@TheeFitnessEnthusiaststfu just stop bro

    • @harrywatson2694
      @harrywatson2694 Před 10 měsíci

      the 3 dominant wins against all time competition did that for me @@TheeFitnessEnthusiast

    • @BlackSaiyan_
      @BlackSaiyan_ Před 10 měsíci +10

      Nigga did you see how he won the belt originally?? Lol

    • @Tony-hn8qy
      @Tony-hn8qy Před 10 měsíci +8

      Yeah he certainly did. Tired of casuals who just recently follow the sport and don't understand how Aljo won the belt in the first place.

  • @jasonteitlebaum4504
    @jasonteitlebaum4504 Před 10 měsíci +187

    This loss for Aljo was the best thing that could have happened to him. Extremely admirable. I am now a fan and will be tuned in to what he does next.

    • @rainorshine6998
      @rainorshine6998 Před 9 měsíci

      This

    • @Rocko1990
      @Rocko1990 Před 9 měsíci +5

      Why was the loss good for him though

    • @martinpayne8769
      @martinpayne8769 Před 9 měsíci +9

      @@Rocko1990Wasn’t necessarily “good” as in he should’ve lost, it’s more so that fans see his humility and how he takes his loss like a man & not making excuses like a real champion.

    • @jasonteitlebaum4504
      @jasonteitlebaum4504 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@Rocko1990 He has gained the respect of the fans due to his humility and lack of excuses. He was bood basically in his hometown prior.

    • @Rocko1990
      @Rocko1990 Před 9 měsíci

      Fair enough, his post fight did make me like him a little more

  • @nickleone3414
    @nickleone3414 Před 10 měsíci +638

    Major respect to Aljo, very humble in a loss

    • @VictorLugosi
      @VictorLugosi Před 10 měsíci +11

      He cheated against Peter and faked an injury.. how’s that humble?

    • @SouthernHavoc
      @SouthernHavoc Před 10 měsíci +29

      @@VictorLugosiHe destroyed yan in their second fight. How is that not proving he could have done it the first time?

    • @keatonsohal2909
      @keatonsohal2909 Před 10 měsíci +6

      @@SouthernHavocwould not say destroyed lol 48-47 and was close

    • @lordkira9791
      @lordkira9791 Před 10 měsíci +7

      @@VictorLugosiand destroyed yan in the rematch and exposed yan as a journeyman

    • @SouthernHavoc
      @SouthernHavoc Před 10 měsíci +3

      @@keatonsohal2909Better than getting a win by dq tho, I seemed to remember the gap being bigger. Guess I was wrong lol

  • @Frankz_
    @Frankz_ Před 10 měsíci +591

    Nothing but respect for Aljo and the humility he’s shown. He’s made a fan out of me after this interview/fight, and I’m excited to see where he goes in the future 🙏🏻

    • @Hashdollars
      @Hashdollars Před 10 měsíci +5

      What humility? He said he could have kept fighting over and over and kept putting it on the ref 😂
      Are you kidding?
      Asking about judges scores lol
      He was getting beat in his face and was totally defenseless
      When asked what state he was in he didn’t know he got hit so bad 😂
      You know what state you’re in, his excuse was he isn’t in Massachusetts all the time. 😢 that’s dumb even more of a reason to know what state you’re in, there’s a reason the medics ask those specific questions. Because unless someone comes and knocks the sense out of your Brain 🧠 you will still know what state you are in, you’re name, etc.

    • @Coldspace882
      @Coldspace882 Před 10 měsíci +3

      Were you one the many that shat on this dude when he was champ? 😂

    • @AustinB821
      @AustinB821 Před 10 měsíci +6

      @@Hashdollarsif these guys are still conscious they ALL believe they are still in the fight. Expecting them to believe differently only highlights the difference in mentality between you and them.
      He gave Sean his flowers. He’s a competitor and until further notice he’s still fighting in the same division. What good would come from him sitting up there and talk about how much better Sean is than him?

    • @Hashdollars
      @Hashdollars Před 10 měsíci

      @@Coldspace882 no I was not and ‘champs’ come and go and trade belts like school kids do lunches

    • @kingunnz7342
      @kingunnz7342 Před 10 měsíci

  • @MikeyGaming
    @MikeyGaming Před 10 měsíci +131

    How many champs you see so open and humble after a loss like this? Respect.

    • @RoSR
      @RoSR Před 10 měsíci

      Several..
      May I name a few, brother?

    • @Hashdollars
      @Hashdollars Před 10 měsíci

      Umm 🧐 people are generally humble right after them getting knocked the fuck out

    • @mh3594
      @mh3594 Před 10 měsíci

      with the amount of fake hate he gets you'd expect him to be salty. @@Hashdollars

    • @Tko_Seven
      @Tko_Seven Před 10 měsíci +2

      Many. Expression of Humble or "I never really lost attitude" aren't really a right or wrong question for a fighter.
      Look at Nate Diaz. People like him, not see him as arrogant.
      This Aljo never looked "true self" to me. He always looks trying, acting to look more cool than he actually is.
      Either a fighter is like humble like Stephen Thomson or bad like Nate Diaz, people will respect and like them
      As long as they are not FAKE attitude.
      This guy, when won the belt by illegal knee which is Not his fault, should've just acted happy or angry straight whatever he really felt.
      But he ACTED hurt, crying sad that it ended like and threw the belt, then later that night he was partying with the belt.
      Shows he cares so much about how people see him, and always acting fake.

    • @TastyFarts5
      @TastyFarts5 Před 9 měsíci

      Izzy, Usman, not many other, in loss usually they don’t do the interview.

  • @DavidRivera-sd1dr
    @DavidRivera-sd1dr Před 10 měsíci +212

    Aljo gets so much hate. Doesn't deserve the boo's. This man is a true athlete. Much respect to him.

    • @maxsteiner7591
      @maxsteiner7591 Před 9 měsíci +2

      He won’t anymore people respect stuff like this

  • @chenglim1087
    @chenglim1087 Před 10 měsíci +443

    I did not like this guy but i like this guy now after i saw him being respectful and displayed great sportsmanship after losing the belt. It shows his true personality. This guy is a good man.

    • @VictorLugosi
      @VictorLugosi Před 10 měsíci

      When? After he faked the knee issue? He ruined a mans career and he’s a racist..

    • @TheeFitnessEnthusiast
      @TheeFitnessEnthusiast Před 10 měsíci +5

      Agreed.

    • @luisgomez-jordanamartin4776
      @luisgomez-jordanamartin4776 Před 10 měsíci +85

      You didnt like him in the first place cause of mob mentality. He has always been like this. He is a great human being and he was a great champion.

    • @flyingmonke
      @flyingmonke Před 10 měsíci +2

      Once again the yt master takes control of the spook

    • @jaedennaffouj
      @jaedennaffouj Před 10 měsíci +2

      Why don’t you like him?

  • @massimofabiomelideo5281
    @massimofabiomelideo5281 Před 10 měsíci +364

    Not everyone comes to talk with the media after a TKO title loss.
    A true class act... Clever and humble. Respect Aljo!

    • @Tko_Seven
      @Tko_Seven Před 10 měsíci +1

      But most of them have to do Post Press when you are the Main Card unless hurt bad sent to Hospital.

    • @Ivantheterrible81280
      @Ivantheterrible81280 Před 10 měsíci +1

      First off, you are required to do so unless you are jacked up. Second, this is a first as far as him being classy.

    • @MickayG
      @MickayG Před 10 měsíci

      Beside it being classy, it's also a mentality thing I think... not shying away, dealing with it head on is definitely going to help him process it.

  • @katrinasimmons9288
    @katrinasimmons9288 Před 10 měsíci +231

    So much respect for Aljo. He has a positive mindset, shows great sportsmanship, humility, respect for Sean, and even in a loss, he’s inspiring others to chase their dreams. He took this loss in an exemplary manner. This is a heart of a true champion. We know you won’t be going anywhere. Well done, Aljo.

    • @baroneroberto3400
      @baroneroberto3400 Před 10 měsíci +3

      has no choice

    • @katrinasimmons9288
      @katrinasimmons9288 Před 10 měsíci +11

      @@baroneroberto3400 some fighters complain, make excuses, and are overall sore losers. He didn’t do that.

    • @JimmyTowz
      @JimmyTowz Před 10 měsíci +1

      ​@@baroneroberto3400Just like Conor had no choice but to start ranting about "if it has to be on outside its on outside" while sitting there with a mangled leg and Joe Rogan looking like he interviewing his little nephew.
      "Ya wife is in me dm's baby", yeah, he had no choice at all...

  • @thomasayala7552
    @thomasayala7552 Před 10 měsíci +22

    Sterling just gained so many fans from this post fight conference. Man is so down to earth. He deserves all the respect

  • @Theblobmma
    @Theblobmma Před 10 měsíci +113

    Such a overhated fighter, he’s one of the best batamweights ever, very classy in defeat (despite not having to be the stop was atrocious) and I like both fighters

    • @SouthernHavoc
      @SouthernHavoc Před 10 měsíci +6

      Yeah, that stop was awful. All the people saying he was out cold are blind. He was literally transitioning into standing up and the ref called it. He didn’t even really look dazed at the end either. People don’t give this man the respect he deserves.

    • @fuhkshet9703
      @fuhkshet9703 Před 10 měsíci +8

      The hate is from his acting abilities from the knee..

    • @fuhkshet9703
      @fuhkshet9703 Před 10 měsíci

      @@TNTDelahk ohhhh spare me

    • @deuce5762
      @deuce5762 Před 10 měsíci +1

      Bros head was bouncing off the canvas I don’t know how the red could let it go on

    • @deuce5762
      @deuce5762 Před 10 měsíci

      Even if he seemed okay after the ref can’t take that chance after that beat down

  • @TheeFitnessEnthusiast
    @TheeFitnessEnthusiast Před 10 měsíci +348

    I never thought I'd say it, but I'm a Sterling fan now. He took this loss so well. Super self aware and very humble. I hope he bounces back!

    • @leo_peak7059
      @leo_peak7059 Před 10 měsíci +60

      Same guy who was probably hating on him when he was winning but now he loses you pretend to like him lol

    • @leo_peak7059
      @leo_peak7059 Před 10 měsíci +3

      @@4skin495 you missed the point of my comment then clearly

    • @crimsonraiza3633
      @crimsonraiza3633 Před 10 měsíci +21

      ​@@leo_peak7059UFC fans in a nutshell. They pretend to "like" a fighter when they lose lol

    • @Andrew-xt8lz
      @Andrew-xt8lz Před 10 měsíci +27

      @@crimsonraiza3633Not saying op is guilty of this but alot of people only like black champs AFTER they get beat lmfao.Aljo Izzy Usman “Omg I never liked him but honestly now that he doesn’t hold the belt and poses no threat to my fav guy who just beat him I finally can say I tolerate him”

    • @leo_peak7059
      @leo_peak7059 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@crimsonraiza3633 literally

  • @jasonxhx7854
    @jasonxhx7854 Před 10 měsíci +37

    Idk if I've ever become a fan of someone after a loss before. This is a real man.

  • @elvisnunez9226
    @elvisnunez9226 Před 10 měsíci +124

    This is how fighters shoud take a Loss, with dignity and respect for their opponents and not make excuses on training or not being prepared. Much respect to both fighters 💯💪🍻

    • @Cander617
      @Cander617 Před 9 měsíci

      Well he talked all the shit he could what choice did he have, got to walk back all that shit you talked now you didn't back it up, guess Sean us more than "all hype" afterall

  • @dominicpalladini7290
    @dominicpalladini7290 Před 10 měsíci +18

    That guys always is a class act and smile in front of adversity. Even with the boos, he never was disrespectful to the fans. He is inspirationnal!

  • @robtothejuice
    @robtothejuice Před 10 měsíci +53

    “I’m not gonna do that to Sean..I’m not TJ. I’m not gonna do that” man that’s real from Aljo respect for never making excuses.

  • @Dinozero
    @Dinozero Před 10 měsíci +24

    This interview has solidified the fact I’m an aljo fan for life, and I wasn’t always. Love fighters that show this kind of intelligence and humility in defeat.

  • @Osiris064
    @Osiris064 Před 10 měsíci +107

    A lot of people hated him when he was winning but now like him because he lost. He never deserved the hate but he had a great run. I was hoping he would win to move up divisions and see Merab shine. Idk what happens now but it's gonna be exciting

    • @serious409
      @serious409 Před 10 měsíci +5

      He absolutely deserved the hate with that act he put on against yan.

    • @umphfr3ak
      @umphfr3ak Před 10 měsíci

      He got a lot of hate cause his fights were boring....no one really wants a champ that just wrestles

    • @derekbaker4763
      @derekbaker4763 Před 10 měsíci +4

      He did deserve everything he got. He took the belt in a bitch fashion, then he didn't beat petr the 2nd time either unless you count laying on him winning, then he beat a 3 year retired midget who didn't win his first belt legit either lol, and his last defense was against another 3 year layoff midget who only had 1 arm. People were acting like aljo was the goat, and if you look at his wins since he stole the belt, he beat a whole lot of nothing.

    • @Smoshylife
      @Smoshylife Před 10 měsíci +1

      His cringeness on the mic made me hate him but that has changed

    • @hanwest5528
      @hanwest5528 Před 10 měsíci +7

      ​@@derekbaker4763Yan should've been disciplined. Played up or not a full blown knee to the head when you're not expecting it would've impacted the fight even more in favor to Yan. Aljo won the 2nd match anyway

  • @polistician
    @polistician Před 10 měsíci +18

    Just watched the post-fight interview with Aljo and I'm blown away by his humility and grace in defeat. A true sportsman who knows how to win and lose with dignity. This loss doesn't define him; it's the way he handled it that shows his true character. Can't wait to see how he comes back from this. Respect to Aljo! 👊🏼💯

  • @kevinnilsen590
    @kevinnilsen590 Před 10 měsíci +61

    First time I've listened to Aljamain. Very respectful and intelligent guy. Really like him and agree that he has done plenty to deserve an immediate rematch. I see this fight going differently next time. Would love to see these guys do it again. Congrats to Suga!

    • @mikemoore9687
      @mikemoore9687 Před 10 měsíci +2

      First time he talked respectful. Usually arrogant but this loss made him be humble and brought him down a few notches. Glad to see him not acting so much like a arrogant punk. Makes me respect him a bit.

    • @modest1989
      @modest1989 Před 10 měsíci +4

      ​@@mikemoore9687I really think that was more so his gimmick trying to sell ppvs but I still didn't love it

    • @stephenhughes5156
      @stephenhughes5156 Před 10 měsíci +1

      ​@@modest1989Yeh the people made him in to a heel so it made sense for him to just go along with it. He is clearly a genuinely good guy.

    • @FalconMain3
      @FalconMain3 Před 9 měsíci +2

      @@mikemoore9687 same thing with Usman too

    • @mikemoore9687
      @mikemoore9687 Před 9 měsíci

      That's true
      @@FalconMain3

  • @ryans9930
    @ryans9930 Před 10 měsíci +44

    Was on the fence about Aljo but can’t not love someone that loses like a champion. Graceful and hoping he gets whatever it is he asks for next.

  • @AnuragSingh-nz4hj
    @AnuragSingh-nz4hj Před 10 měsíci +10

    The first ever full press conference i have ever listened to. Aljamain Sterling you are a true inspiration. Your journey and your accomplishments. The way you react after a victory and a loss is just a life lesson for youngsters. Thank you for entertaining us. And get that belt back in your rematch 💪

  • @theuniverse7227
    @theuniverse7227 Před 10 měsíci +28

    I don’t usually buy the whole “humble after defeat” act that some fighters put on after fights, but Aljo is truly taking this loss gracefully. Reminds me of Conor after the Nate loss.

    • @TexasWreckShop
      @TexasWreckShop Před 9 měsíci

      The acting is the buildup. Post fight almost everyone is back to their competitive roots

  • @josephBo
    @josephBo Před 10 měsíci +17

    Wow, what a class act Aljo. Way more down to earth than I thought

  • @fatbat808
    @fatbat808 Před 10 měsíci +36

    What a graceful UFC Fighter. I have mad respect for this champion after this post fight interview.

  • @ericktena3876
    @ericktena3876 Před 10 měsíci +32

    "Im try to make a exciting fight for the fans" Man, this guy really try to be a good fighter for the ppl. Mad respect for him

    • @nobodyexceptme7794
      @nobodyexceptme7794 Před 10 měsíci +3

      The ppl that would always hate on him no matter what, the ppl that wouldn't give him credit even if he did make it exciting. Should have pulled a Jon Jones and drug him to the ground and choked him out and went home easy.
      Now these ppl want to give him credit but they were just screaming "f u aljo" minutes into round 1....

    • @antman2960
      @antman2960 Před 10 měsíci +1

      He absolutely wasn’t trying to do that though. The first round is evidence that he was gonna trade insignificant strikes, stall, then throw in a takedown/clinch at the end of the round to steal it.

    • @Grappler10
      @Grappler10 Před 10 měsíci

      @@antman2960almost all fighters feel each other out in the first few rounds of a main event. Also O’Malley was using his footwork to move around a lot so what do you want aljo to do?

    • @8thaccount535
      @8thaccount535 Před 10 měsíci +1

      ​@@nobodyexceptme7794It's just entertainment, like fans booing guys in the WWE. No one actually hates the guys they're booing, it's just part of the show.

  • @MM-lw6ox
    @MM-lw6ox Před 10 měsíci +33

    Wasn't a big Aljo fan before but really like him now after seeing what kind of person he actually is. Great interview and I hope he gets back on top

  • @ramsay3404
    @ramsay3404 Před 10 měsíci +19

    I always find it interesting how respect is gained after a humble loss. I never followed Aljo before this and didn’t really like him in the lead up to the fight but he gained a fan last night after displaying great sportsmanship.

  • @HB-CREEKER443
    @HB-CREEKER443 Před 10 měsíci +26

    ALJO, man o man. What a true champ you are in the peoples eyes. You are such a class act in defeat . Get your much deserved rematch. You showed tons of young men how to act in defeat. You will rise to the top again. No you have somewhere to go . Back up. Salute

  • @ROO_17
    @ROO_17 Před 10 měsíci +87

    Wins like a champ and losses like one. Hate him all you want that’s a man to look up to. You’ll be back Champ no problem 🙌🏼🙏🏻

    • @ravk5266
      @ravk5266 Před 10 měsíci

      8/10 times Aljo beats O'Malley

    • @flyingmonke
      @flyingmonke Před 10 měsíci

      And gets beaten by a true yt hero like the spook he is

    • @serious409
      @serious409 Před 10 měsíci

      @@ravk5266nope. Got k0ed first time .

    • @ROO_17
      @ROO_17 Před 10 měsíci +3

      @@flyingmonke Haahah holy fuck that was so edgy 😐🫵🤓

  • @izzatkhan7
    @izzatkhan7 Před 10 měsíci +16

    How to take a loss like a champion. Graceful in defeat, I have immense respect for Aljo after this. True champion, setting an example on how a real man should conduct himself during your lows.

  • @Stratted843
    @Stratted843 Před 10 měsíci +28

    Classy response from Aljo can’t wait for the rematch

    • @exclick1
      @exclick1 Před 10 měsíci +9

      But the UFC wouldn't do that even though Aljo defended the belt numerous times and was super active because they know very well O'malley might lose the belt.

    • @user-rk6mq9oq1r
      @user-rk6mq9oq1r Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@exclick1Dana know that

  • @jocoolshow
    @jocoolshow Před 10 měsíci +33

    Aljo’s career is one that’s only gonna be truly appreciated once it’s over. It took him losing the belt for people to even begin respecting him sadly. But his run post Marlon Moraes loss is actually insane, and his title run post DQ was 3 defenses against nightmare matchups who were all also former champions. The most elite BW had to offer. Styles make fights and you’re not even supposed to win nightmare matchups, yet he defended against 3 in a row

  • @newkidflip430
    @newkidflip430 Před 10 měsíci +13

    This makes you respect aljamain even more.. dude took his loss like a man and didn't take away from his opponent and knows this ain't the end of the world nor his career. A good fighter has to take losses to be a 'Great' fighter. Resect to him.

  • @impartiallogic6984
    @impartiallogic6984 Před 10 měsíci +20

    This humility in defeat is doing a great job for Sterlings stock.
    Big love King, hope you come back and regain your title. ❤️

  • @brianburnham8734
    @brianburnham8734 Před 10 měsíci +18

    This young man is exactly who you want representing whatever business your running, even MMA!
    He believes in his sport and honors its heritage. We will see him again, bigger and better! An honorable young man and a wonderful role model. Good luck with your future and looking forward to your comeback.

    • @user-lt4on9iq4v
      @user-lt4on9iq4v Před 10 měsíci +2

      I agree, he should offered a job as a commentator.

  • @morbidmike
    @morbidmike Před 10 měsíci +24

    So much respect to Aljo I was there I could not boo him he is one of the best to do it and it was an honor to be able to see him perform

  • @gafflord2684
    @gafflord2684 Před 10 měsíci +59

    Pure class, respect to you Aljo, one of the best 135rs there's ever been and you were top of the heap during the best era in bantamweight history, this book ain't closed yet though and I'm excited to see how the last few chapters pan out, handled this loss with dignity and you'll be back I'm sure of it :)

  • @andrewrichardson3942
    @andrewrichardson3942 Před 10 měsíci +10

    The world needs more men like Aljo, much respect to you man!

  • @brianmitchell22
    @brianmitchell22 Před 9 měsíci +7

    Going into this fight I didn’t think I would ever be an Aljo fan but here I am. Real as it gets. Hope he comes back strong, he won me over with how he handled this.

  • @reason4754
    @reason4754 Před 10 měsíci +5

    Aljamain is a stud. Love how vulnerable and honest he was here. Nothing but respect and admiration for him as a man and a fighter.

  • @user-lt4on9iq4v
    @user-lt4on9iq4v Před 10 měsíci +9

    I Love this interview, how Sterling details the fight game and how humble he is. Sterling should get a JOB as a UFC commentator!! I'm a fan now.

    • @nvarchives
      @nvarchives Před 10 měsíci

      FR!! he is an amazing speaker and loves breaking down fights. that'd be perfect for him

  • @javongoehring2536
    @javongoehring2536 Před 10 měsíci +22

    It blows my mind and pisses me off people boo this guy and call him a clown. Nothing but class and a great grappler. I get he can be cringy at times but he’s a great fighter and person. Nothing but respect

    • @TheeFitnessEnthusiast
      @TheeFitnessEnthusiast Před 10 měsíci +1

      They won't anymore! After this L people are going to start becoming fans.

    • @johndoed420
      @johndoed420 Před 10 měsíci +1

      I respect him for saying he didn't wanna have a boring fight

    • @Lockdown335
      @Lockdown335 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@TheeFitnessEnthusiast Which is pathetic lol

  • @robbaker9596
    @robbaker9596 Před 10 měsíci +7

    In the ring, right after the fight, Aljamain was so classy and composed - that would be very hard to do, given the adrenaline, the big stage, etc. Major props to this guy for being so classy. I'm a fan now.

  • @kinda.austrian
    @kinda.austrian Před 10 měsíci +2

    Mad respect for Aljo. I was one of the biggest haters when he won the belt the way he did. But I was just biased. Nothing but respect for him now.

  • @KWKMAN333
    @KWKMAN333 Před 10 měsíci +22

    Finally this man gets some respect to his name even though he loss. I still think bad ref stoppage, but O'Malley would have put his lights out regardless. Aljo will be back keep your chin up. His resume is flawless. Let's see O'Malley does🥊🥊🥊

    • @TastyFarts5
      @TastyFarts5 Před 9 měsíci +1

      They can’t stand someone like him being the champion it irks them to no end. His loss is a cathartic process to the masses of haters, like Izzy losses too, it relieves them of the pent up built up hate and at that point of release they can return to a rational state and actually look past Aljo superficial features like his heritage and judge him on the actual content of his character. This is a huge part of the phenomenon we witness and it is a driving force for things like Dana white privilege. Excellence in masculine realms can be highly threatening when you are considered outside of the group. I hope you get me brother. 💪🏿

  • @Ringmaster101
    @Ringmaster101 Před 10 měsíci +5

    Aljo, this press was awesome! So heartfelt- much respect

  • @benjaminmichaels1759
    @benjaminmichaels1759 Před 10 měsíci +17

    Watching this interview I feel bad for all the hate he's been getting. I think this loss will set him up for a bright future somehow. Keep it real Aljo!

  • @codyviera92
    @codyviera92 Před 10 měsíci +10

    Feel like this loss will make him more fans ironically

  • @hunchotv4796
    @hunchotv4796 Před 10 měsíci +7

    Respect To Aljo, Stayed Humble, and gave credit where it was Due, he’ll bounce back. 🙏🏾

  • @kalebperrin3457
    @kalebperrin3457 Před 10 měsíci +6

    So much respect what a great fighter and sportsman

  • @booka6447
    @booka6447 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Got to give him respect man, one of the most humbling post fight interviews I’ve seen from any fighter period. He’s a good guy and it showed in this interview

  • @chadwoodward2402
    @chadwoodward2402 Před 10 měsíci

    Best post fight interview I've ever seen. Incredibly humble and respectful.

  • @doubledubsports7594
    @doubledubsports7594 Před 10 měsíci +6

    The way you handle the lows says more than how you handle the highs. Class act, hope nothing the best for him going forward.

  • @rodneysparks6442
    @rodneysparks6442 Před 10 měsíci +3

    More of a fan now in his defeat than all of his wins combined. Took a lot to come out there and face this down with the right attitude and mindset.

  • @joelgarcia7402
    @joelgarcia7402 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Love you Aljo, I was never the biggest fan but watching you develop and be one of the most humble fighters even in defeat; Thank you for being human! We love you Aljo

  • @LP92LEO
    @LP92LEO Před 10 měsíci +1

    Wasn’t an Aljo fan before this fight, but his humbleness in defeat has made me respect him so much more. Also his post fight speech was graceful and respectful, it’s very refreshing to see.

  • @nickfisher8115
    @nickfisher8115 Před 10 měsíci +3

    Handling it with grace. Mad respect

  • @aidansbrownies2392
    @aidansbrownies2392 Před 10 měsíci +7

    Respect to Aljo being humble about moving up to featherweight

  • @mattpalmer2936
    @mattpalmer2936 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I never routed for you in victory, but in your defeat you have showed me that you not only a great fighter but more importantly a genuine amazing human. I will be routing for you from now on. God bless

  • @nihalchhina8016
    @nihalchhina8016 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Aljo you are a true champ. You will be back stronger 10000000%. Early stoppage you’ll be better next time. You deserve a immediate rematch for sure

  • @nateums
    @nateums Před 10 měsíci +5

    I LIKE THAT HE ADMITS HE MADE A MISTAKE. HE LOST LIKE A MAN

  • @dxbo5735
    @dxbo5735 Před 10 měsíci +3

    Aljo deserves nothing but respect. Definition of a great champion🙌

  • @tombullard6167
    @tombullard6167 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Good man Aljo, be a champion in both victory & defeat... Way to set the right example. We'll see you back on top soon

  • @greenleafproductions9792
    @greenleafproductions9792 Před 10 měsíci +2

    You see a man's real soul in defeat, Classy Guy!!

  • @bubs3771
    @bubs3771 Před 10 měsíci +5

    I’m glad he’s taking it so well and staying humble during defeat. I just don’t think the rematch is something that should happen immediately.

  • @asaplodog6923
    @asaplodog6923 Před 10 měsíci +5

    U will be back keep your head up 💪 💯

  • @williamclawson4310
    @williamclawson4310 Před 9 měsíci

    Didn't know this guy much before this fight but my God the humbleness and respectfulness of this man is unavailing. Love this dude.

  • @savageferria505
    @savageferria505 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Spoken like a true champion. One of the best interviews I have ever seen. Aljo is the goat

  • @theyaintbelieveinuss
    @theyaintbelieveinuss Před 10 měsíci +8

    Was rooting for Sean but Aljo is class respect

  • @ivnightclaw8663
    @ivnightclaw8663 Před 10 měsíci +3

    RESPECT

  • @gdonavin
    @gdonavin Před 9 měsíci

    what an unbelievably well spoken young man. giving the credit where credit is due. mad respect!

  • @FoggyTheHippo
    @FoggyTheHippo Před 10 měsíci +1

    Man Aljo is really winning me over, never been a huge fan of his fighting style, but man he’s won me over as a person. Humble in defeat, not taking anything from the win, just a damn good guy.

  • @sammiller2825
    @sammiller2825 Před 10 měsíci +4

    Class act. I'd love to see a rematch I really had no idea how it was going to go but O'Malley is a SNIPER.

  • @FindMe04
    @FindMe04 Před 10 měsíci +14

    The spread of love for Aljo is truly amazing. Its sad it takes him being humbled in a main event for people to respect him. 😆

    • @Binghiman72
      @Binghiman72 Před 9 měsíci

      Aljo has always been humble!

    • @FindMe04
      @FindMe04 Před 9 měsíci

      @@Binghiman72 hum·ble
      /ˈhəmb(ə)l/
      verb
      past tense: humbled; past participle: humbled
      lower (someone) in dignity or importance.
      "I knew he had humbled himself to ask for my help"
      Similar:
      humiliate
      abase
      demean
      belittle
      lower
      degrade
      debase
      bring down
      bring low
      mortify
      shame
      put to shame
      abash
      subdue
      chasten
      make someone eat humble pie
      take down a peg or two
      put down
      cut down to size
      settle someone's hash
      make someone eat crow
      decisively defeat (another team or competitor, typically one that was previously thought to be superior).
      "he was humbled by his political opponents"

  • @MS-qq1lj
    @MS-qq1lj Před 9 měsíci +1

    Best man in the sport class wise and reflection wise. What a man to look up to. I hope he comes back strong and gets the belt once more. This is a role model people. This is a man.

  • @Relegated
    @Relegated Před 9 měsíci

    This guy is beautiful to listen to. Bro has so much clarity.

  • @jayjoyce6986
    @jayjoyce6986 Před 10 měsíci +8

    First question: "Losing the belt, losing it to a guy like Sean O'Malley" Wtf? Lol.

  • @thefartmachine3017
    @thefartmachine3017 Před 10 měsíci +9

    Suprised the ref didn’t call it sooner, don’t know why he is saying that it could have gone longer, he was getting his head bounced off the canvas over and over again

    • @SouthernHavoc
      @SouthernHavoc Před 10 měsíci +4

      He should have called it sooner or slightly later. The moment he called it was just wrong. Right as Sean got on a knee and Aljo was starting to move around. Maybe even get up.

  • @martinhambrick7815
    @martinhambrick7815 Před 9 měsíci

    Props to aljo man. Not many people lose a fight with such dignity and respect. Very humble.

  • @wolves1901
    @wolves1901 Před 9 měsíci

    Holy crap watching the postgame interviews from each fighter how can you not like both of these guys. They both seemed to respect the sport and their opponents. Great dudes.

  • @harambeuzamaki2985
    @harambeuzamaki2985 Před 10 měsíci +12

    Honorable way to handle a loss.

  • @Meltymorty
    @Meltymorty Před 10 měsíci +6

    Ppl really think it was an early stoppage 😂😂 the ref saved Aljo from more punishment

    • @SouthernHavoc
      @SouthernHavoc Před 10 měsíci +1

      He was about to stand up or at least make a move into some sort of ground game. He definitely wasn’t out cold or even really lookin that dazed. The ref could have ended it 3 seconds earlier or 5 seconds later and both would have been fine but right as he was trying to get up was just wrong. He even shot up right after the call. I wanted Sean to win too but that win felt undeserved af

    • @Meltymorty
      @Meltymorty Před 10 měsíci +3

      ​@@SouthernHavocif Aljo stood up O'Malley would hurt him worse lol the stoppage was perfect

    • @Meltymorty
      @Meltymorty Před 10 měsíci +3

      ​@@SouthernHavocSean deserved this win stay 🧂

    • @squigley3213
      @squigley3213 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@SouthernHavocjust because he got into a position doesn’t mean he hadn’t ate 10 hammer fists and strikes on the ground right after getting absolutely knocked on the feet. ur delusional

    • @7inisterskits
      @7inisterskits Před 10 měsíci +1

      He fell face first

  • @RefleXionRT
    @RefleXionRT Před 10 měsíci

    What an intelligent, humble and classy guy! One of the best interviews I’ve ever seen. 😀 👊🏼

  • @codizzleswizzle5027
    @codizzleswizzle5027 Před 9 měsíci

    You've made a fan out of me for just how kind and wise you are. Thank you for inspiring me to chase my dreams. God bless you.

  • @MrWolfchamp-xi3cu
    @MrWolfchamp-xi3cu Před 10 měsíci +2

    UFC actually uploaded the finish of this fight on this channel right after it happened
    We oughta demand they show full event highlights from now on after that
    Boxing you get full highlights right after the event. Pretty much every top promotion does it.
    ONE uploads full highlights of their events right after

    • @SouthernHavoc
      @SouthernHavoc Před 10 měsíci

      Facts, wish people would hold them to the same standard.

    • @stonedude77
      @stonedude77 Před 10 měsíci

      Demand the UFC does something? 😂😂😂

  • @PatriotKM
    @PatriotKM Před 10 měsíci +5

    Given how Aljo won the belt he shouldn't complain how he lost the belt 🥴

    • @elliswilliams4442
      @elliswilliams4442 Před 10 měsíci +9

      He’s not complaining

    • @TopOpp59
      @TopOpp59 Před 10 měsíci

      Where did you see any complaints

    • @PatriotKM
      @PatriotKM Před 10 měsíci

      Excuses. And called it an early stoppage

    • @PatriotKM
      @PatriotKM Před 10 měsíci +1

      He clearly said he forgot what state they were in and made excuses about how they never fight there etc but remembered enough to dye his hair green 😂

    • @TopOpp59
      @TopOpp59 Před 10 měsíci

      @@PatriotKM yes after he was hit with 15 shots to the head he forgot where he was are you new to fighting? Because that’s not uncommon

  • @John-ro3st
    @John-ro3st Před 10 měsíci +1

    This man is now a fan favorite for sure you cannot disrespect this man anymore

  • @alessandra21
    @alessandra21 Před 10 měsíci

    Props tp Aljo for facing the music and taking it like a man....respect sir

  • @warrenstringham415
    @warrenstringham415 Před 10 měsíci +3

    Alja is a sellout. 100% RIGGED FIGHT!!! UFC is WWE 4 CASUALS MONEY since 2009. He obviously got paid off to take a dive. There's absolutely no way UFC brass would let him ruin their investment/cash cow, Sean O'Malley who is way more marketable and a PPV star.

    • @SouthernHavoc
      @SouthernHavoc Před 10 měsíci +3

      Yeah, that is sort of what it felt like. The ref didn’t even give him a chance to stand up right when he was about to. I wanted Sean to win but that performance just seemed off. Aljo could’ve taken him down 100 times but kept it standing for some unknown reason

    • @warrenstringham415
      @warrenstringham415 Před 10 měsíci

      @@SouthernHavoc
      100% RIGGED FIGHT!!! Sifu, Smo broke this fakery down already. Go check it out!

    • @subject8332
      @subject8332 Před 10 měsíci

      0% is kind of a low probability for an upset that happens all the time in the sport. Statistically, Aljo should have won, but if you say Sean would win 1/10 fights, then he still had a 10% chance to win. Now that we have established that it was indeed possible for Sean to win, here comes the part where you need to provide evidence for your accusations.

  • @shannonjoker8527
    @shannonjoker8527 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Never been a fan but I am now. He is a class act

  • @forevertoremain
    @forevertoremain Před 10 měsíci

    What a legend and a beautiful outlook on life. Love you Aljo!

  • @briancarter2295
    @briancarter2295 Před 10 měsíci

    Love this kid. He's so humble

  • @rawadsafe3370
    @rawadsafe3370 Před 9 měsíci

    Became a fan of this for how handled the loss, a real champion and humble mentality

  • @BosonogiNebo
    @BosonogiNebo Před 10 měsíci +1

    this is the best pre or post fight interview from Sterling!
    don't fake it and you will make it

  • @theolima8929
    @theolima8929 Před 10 měsíci

    such honesty in every word, from the octagon to this.

  • @johnwasilenko170
    @johnwasilenko170 Před 9 měsíci

    Great and truly impartial summary of the fight game challenges. Was a short stoppage and that also keeps the future of the division interesting.