The UFC's Biggest Failure | Demetrious Johnson Documentary

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  • čas přidán 15. 01. 2023
  • Demetrious Johnson is widley considered the GOAT of MMA, the owner of the longest UFC Title defence streak... but also the most disrespected champion of all time. So what went wrong? Why would the UFC trade him despite being so dominant?
    This video will explore the full timline of DJ's career from his dark beginings all the way to One Championship.
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    Music from White Bat Audio and MusicBed
    #onechampionship #demetriousjohnson #ufc
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  • @MixedMartialAcademic
    @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +80

    🌍 Thinking of grabbing tickets for the Live Rematch 👉: bit.ly/OFN10AM DJ VS Moraes III
    Thanks for watching boys! Consider supporting the channel by becoming a member or hitting me up on patreon 👉www.patreon.com/MMAacademic

    • @anthonyp3113
      @anthonyp3113 Před rokem +3

      @@eathanharris42 how many world championship titles have you held?

    • @truthfully949
      @truthfully949 Před rokem +2

      @@eathanharris42 so your a world champion huh

    • @teegees
      @teegees Před rokem

      Excellent documentary. I imagine you’ll do one about Francis?

    • @hgrimes9824
      @hgrimes9824 Před rokem +1

      I agree the UFC did fail him and the fans.

    • @taylorrobinson7534
      @taylorrobinson7534 Před rokem +2

      Might mouse would whoop your video making butt, don't ever disrespect a man, who's braver than you, who steps into a ring

  • @DamanKingBear
    @DamanKingBear Před rokem +3143

    He's in a organisation where he's respected, gets fun fights, he can lose and he's fighting people naturally his size and also apparently getting paid more so he's better off now

    • @RedSoulReaver
      @RedSoulReaver Před rokem +1

      He's in a organization where people his size see what's possible with their short stumpy body type, he's fighting nobodies for chicken feed and the reason no one bought his ppv is he's an unlikeable little ugly midget and a nerd, you need to get that into your thick skull it's a ruthless industry and the fans like savages that show courage and malice in fights not little nerds.

    • @riffraff8859
      @riffraff8859 Před rokem +86

      I don't know about Adriano being Demetrious' size

    • @JFP1988
      @JFP1988 Před rokem +221

      Yes his pay even as a champion in UFC was pathetic. He deserved way more.

    • @eggoslayer1001
      @eggoslayer1001 Před rokem +127

      For sure and I'm really happy for him. DJ is an A+ human being and deserves way better than the UFC. They disrespected the shit out of him.

    • @filosavage7475
      @filosavage7475 Před rokem +81

      @@eggoslayer1001 apparently from Demetrius himself he was getting roughly 10-50k per fight which is extremely low especially for champion

  • @oceanwaves83
    @oceanwaves83 Před rokem +1637

    The thing about this, also, is that ONE FC does their weight classes differently. They don't allow intense or even moderate weight cuts. So once again, DJ found himself undersized for the division and still did phenomenal.

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +105

      Yeah Adriano is huge!

    • @mmareviewer.2372
      @mmareviewer.2372 Před rokem +8

      yep

    • @StigmaShadow
      @StigmaShadow Před rokem +21

      He was knocked out their first match... I'd say he had mainly positive results, but I think if he continues to fight at 135 we will see another legend lose the battle against time. They say in smaller divisions that fighters retire quicker

    • @nvmm166
      @nvmm166 Před rokem

      The fact you are dumb enough to believe one fcs weight cutting system is hilarious

    • @ant2011
      @ant2011 Před rokem +3

      @@StigmaShadow who are you talking about?

  • @robbieg6036
    @robbieg6036 Před rokem +865

    DJ is a true martial artists. A true father. A true family man. A true inspiration. MMA is full of trash-talking, dirty-fighting, drunk-driving, wife-beating drug-cheats and cringey personas. DJ has remained himself, and posted records that will be tough to break. He has stayed humble, and is a motivation to fans. (And he is accessible to his fans through his gaming streams). MMA would be diminished without him.

    • @cs-zz7jd
      @cs-zz7jd Před rokem +19

      DJ is the GOAT, hands down.

    • @nobodysomebodys
      @nobodysomebodys Před rokem +22

      UFC*
      it’s just the culture UFC has created unfortunately.

    • @majorwakanda8858
      @majorwakanda8858 Před rokem +8

      @@FroggyHopScotch30 and that’s a perversion of the arts

    • @fangsvengeful4465
      @fangsvengeful4465 Před rokem +34

      @@nobodysomebodys ufc didn't create that culture
      Dana white did
      Notice dana white's favorites are also the biggest talkers and money makers
      Never the actual skilled fighters

    • @SachBro
      @SachBro Před rokem +12

      It has nothing to do with the sport, it is how you were raised or advised/educated in your journey to the top. Look at guys like Stipe, Wonderboy, Khabib. They are well behaved because they were raised well and they kept their feet on the ground when success came along. You can put guys like Conor, Jones in any sport and they will still fuck things up.

  • @stonetacular5651
    @stonetacular5651 Před rokem +549

    ONE deserves a tremendous degree of respect from American MAA fans. So many legends have been given their dignified ends, and so many more new beginnings discovered. We owe ONE a tremendous degree of respect.

    • @iguessso1790
      @iguessso1790 Před rokem +4

      Yesss

    • @rezsurfer2808
      @rezsurfer2808 Před rokem +4

      add Pride in that convo also. DREAM to a smaller level ...

    • @maosama3695
      @maosama3695 Před rokem +19

      I find one fc more entertaining. They keep their talents to a standard.
      You wont hear any shit talk or any controversy its just pure MMA at its finest.
      And to add they've got the best referees in the business.

    • @Schervin
      @Schervin Před rokem +26

      ONE is better than UFC

    • @SayGahTaah
      @SayGahTaah Před rokem

      Yeah no. Screw American fans and I say that proudly as an American.

  • @mikeythemutt8460
    @mikeythemutt8460 Před rokem +250

    One FC has such a different feeling to it than UFC. Seems to be much more respectful and professional. DJ is also a nice guy which may help color that perception.

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +27

      I love watching their shows man always a blast!

    • @TheElbowMerchant
      @TheElbowMerchant Před rokem +39

      100% There's tons of pageantry, but very little trash talk. It puts the martial arts back into mixed martial arts. And the cards are always amazing, with varying disciplines and types of combat sports. I wish One FC got more attention from Western audiences, because they certainly deserve as much.

    • @briancrawford69
      @briancrawford69 Před rokem +1

      Except for forcing the vaccine on fighters

    • @pongangelo2048
      @pongangelo2048 Před rokem +5

      Even a great skilled fighter who doesn't trash talk won't gain that much view per match and UFC doesn't like that.

    • @TheKamakazipenguin
      @TheKamakazipenguin Před rokem +15

      @@briancrawford69 i mean you cant praise them for professionalism and then condemn them for following what the lead medical body in the world was recommending. Was it right? Probably not, was it professional and inline with what the rest of Asia was doing at the time, yes.

  • @boogaethje6702
    @boogaethje6702 Před rokem +349

    Undeniably one of the greatest professional martial artists of all time.
    Securing a finish off a flying arm bar as a white belt over a distinguished , decorated BJJ black belt was majestic.

    • @eggoslayer1001
      @eggoslayer1001 Před rokem +30

      He really is one of the best. I never hear people bring him up when they talk about GOATs. It's always GSP, Anderson, Jones, etc. He belongs up there with those guys.

    • @ytsux9259
      @ytsux9259 Před rokem +23

      @@eggoslayer1001 Because he's small. People often look down on small size.

    • @hansjuker8296
      @hansjuker8296 Před 8 měsíci

      ​@@ytsux9259yeah he ain't about sht

    • @bengough6955
      @bengough6955 Před 6 měsíci +1

      ​@@eggoslayer1001I'm sad I came too late to the party. I've been watching a lot of him now and he's absolutely up there with all time best

  • @8mil_
    @8mil_ Před rokem +159

    he's only 5 foot 3 but he walks with the prowess and determination of someone twice his size. Legend inside and outside of the cage

    • @gamelogic9263
      @gamelogic9263 Před rokem +4

      fr hes such a good guy, imagine he was a heavyweight

    • @jonathanjohnson5216
      @jonathanjohnson5216 Před rokem +10

      Mannnn 5’3 and he beat guys Taller and bigger then him and beat they tail💡🤦‍♂️🙏🏿

    • @thlee3
      @thlee3 Před 10 měsíci +2

      honey badger

    • @thelegacyofgaming2928
      @thelegacyofgaming2928 Před 7 měsíci

      6'9? Why you not in the NBA?@@kingfuqurmahmen6792

  • @anthonyecanosti1898
    @anthonyecanosti1898 Před rokem +103

    Finally a good representation for Mighty Mouse! I still can't forgive Dana White and the UFC for how the treated him. The reason he didn't sell PPV was cause they never promoted him. He deserved better and I'm glad he's getting the respect he deserves.

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +22

      Thanks man! Yeah I really wanted to show the contrast to how he is treated in one compared to the ufc its such a massive difference

  • @pwnster14
    @pwnster14 Před rokem +386

    I’ll never forget his speech before his record defense his eyes and his last words “NEXT TIME WE BREAKKKK ITTTTTT” such intensity and passion if he was Jon jones size he would kick his ass

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +58

      DJ is just an unbelievable talent man

    • @Jack_Sparrow_85
      @Jack_Sparrow_85 Před rokem +31

      "If he was Jon Jones size he would kick his ass" is an absolutely ridiculous statement. Why? because you trade certain attributes when you literally double in size. He wouldn't be the same person.

    • @iisChOoLboy
      @iisChOoLboy Před rokem +4

      @@Jack_Sparrow_85 Yeah, and there’s certain traits you can’t accurately account for such as his reach.

    • @thebesttransformer1
      @thebesttransformer1 Před rokem +52

      @@Jack_Sparrow_85he’s just tryna say he’s more skilled than jones lol

    • @zenmartialartist701
      @zenmartialartist701 Před rokem +40

      @@thebesttransformer1 he knows that, he just wants to act like a know it all

  • @elizabethmenendez6465
    @elizabethmenendez6465 Před rokem +154

    Demetrious should've been an easy sell for the UFC. He's good at speaking and it would've been easy to sell his story. He just wasn't a jerk and wasn't into the trash talking that the UFC is known for. I feel it's partly why fighting sports gets a bad rep by people not familiar in it. This is just what I've noticed when talking to my family about it. They think of Connor McGregor immediately. I think it's getting better, but yeah, remember for awhile the face of the UFC was a guy who punched an old man in the face.

    • @jonjones7137
      @jonjones7137 Před rokem +29

      No, it was a man who threw a dolly into a bus window. Imagine ANYONE else doing that and what the consequences would be.

    • @mrpzpdx
      @mrpzpdx Před rokem +1

      Truth!!

    • @junioraltamontent.7582
      @junioraltamontent.7582 Před rokem +16

      What's crazy is that DJ actually plays the UFC games, the thing behind probably what's a larger chunk of their revenue then PPVs. They could've had him sell those just by publicising that a fucking UFC Champion plays their game but instead they fumbled who knows how much $$$ out of some dumb hang up.

    • @significantstrike-nd8cs
      @significantstrike-nd8cs Před 9 měsíci +2

      Nah, this is always the take people have about DJ, they believe UFC never boosted him because he wasnt a controversial, trash talking, heel, that he was too nice or respectful. Well, Thats bullsh**t because being a trash talker or a loudmouth scumbag or some type of heel character doesnt necessarily mean you will be an automatic superstar in the UFC or anywhere else.
      There are PLENTY of fighters who have been successful all while being respectful, professional, mild mannered athletes. If you didnt know that, then you dont really watch much mma. Its not like the UFC didnt try, they put him on ppv’s, they put him as a headliner, they put him in commercials they did a whole TUF season featuring him as the flyweight king that was going to face the best champion from other organizations but nobody cared. Why? Not because he wasnt a trash talker but in my personal opinion it was cause he was really bad at making the audience care.
      His attitude to every fight was basically “its whatever, no big deal, i dont care if i win or lose,its just another fight” and i think he had that attitude because he just didnt like working for UFC and having all the press obligations.
      DJ downplayed his fights so much that why would you expect anyone to tune in? In ONE he doesnt do much press or media and likely isnt pressured to do so, im sure thats something he really appreciates amd makes him feel its a better place for him.

    • @uriel6374
      @uriel6374 Před 7 měsíci +1

      He's a good guy and a great fighter but he doesn't know how to sell fights. I mean Dana literally tried to abandon the flyweight div until Moreno and figueoredo shows up and make the div alive again. It's unfortunate that during DJ's reign he and the other top flyweights don't know how to market themselves and their fights are not exciting for the overall viewers. So what do you do? You have one of the greatest fighter of all time that nobody cares to watch in a div that dana is about to abandon and on top of that dj is at a point in his career where he has the right to demand big money. In the end they choose to let him go and its not a loss for the UFC because moreno and figueoredo happens after that.

  • @theninjamdm
    @theninjamdm Před rokem +249

    I'm so glad dj continued his career where he is truly appreciated, the rodtang fight brings tears to my eyes and shows dj's resilience and heart , he is always humble and he honors the true meaning of being a martial artist , one of the greatest athletes to ever live and we should appreciate the greatness that is his career for as long as we can

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +17

      That rodtang fight was insane I loved it!

    • @berniem9254
      @berniem9254 Před rokem +3

      What's sad is dj needing the handicap of grappling against rodtang to win. Let's call a spade a spade. If it wasent for that dj would of lost round 2 by ko.

    • @erickhurlburt1013
      @erickhurlburt1013 Před rokem +5

      ​@@berniem9254 hating much

    • @berniem9254
      @berniem9254 Před rokem +1

      @Erick Hurlburt Truth hurts bro, I love dj but I'm not blind.

    • @woffordwolf2071
      @woffordwolf2071 Před 11 měsíci +5

      ​@@berniem9254 what handicap? Rodtang lost because he is inexperienced in close combat/direct combat or however you call it.

  • @rush7313
    @rush7313 Před rokem +657

    The next ufc desolation episode will be on Francis Ngannou.. ufc 👎

    • @A1B2..
      @A1B2.. Před rokem +52

      Ngannou the most entitled fighter of ufc history

    • @etlonjonh
      @etlonjonh Před rokem +120

      @@A1B2.. why because behind close doors he chose to walk? Francis wasn't looking for more money, that much is clear. Francis hasn't came out and dragged the UFC's name through the mud. He made a bet on himself and has stayed respectful the entire time. Nothing entitled about it.

    • @yungcrispy6566
      @yungcrispy6566 Před rokem +26

      @@etlonjonh he held up the heavyweight division this past year for sure jus to leave when he coulda left lost contract thats my problem with him.

    • @yungcrispy6566
      @yungcrispy6566 Před rokem +2

      last contract*

    • @etlonjonh
      @etlonjonh Před rokem +45

      @@yungcrispy6566 Ngannou didn't have the option to leave. He has been vocal about wanting to either be respected (and allowed to box) or allowed to leave. His contract didn't end until January 13th, there would have been a continued negotiation period but the UFC chose to release and strip him. At any point in this the UFC could have granted his request and released him.

  • @dave.8
    @dave.8 Před rokem +39

    He fought with HONOR, RESPECT and DOMINANCE. He is truly the goat.

  • @phillipbelloff
    @phillipbelloff Před rokem +187

    Made me friggin cry reflecting on the day that DJ got KOd. I remember watching the post fight interviews observing how much more upset I was than DJ himself. He’s just the best, person and fighter.

    • @fern6498
      @fern6498 Před rokem +9

      DJ is one of the greatest if not the greatest fighter in this world, it is cemented in the history books and in our hearts. That loss of him and any more loss of him will not change that fact

    • @toyotaecw
      @toyotaecw Před rokem +21

      Gets KO’d by a grounded knee, comes back to avenge that loss with a flying knee KO. Enough said.

    • @bs1820
      @bs1820 Před rokem +4

      I agree he does come across as an exceptional human being.

    • @frjcde9392
      @frjcde9392 Před rokem

      Man if you really cried you are mentally unstable 😂

    • @bs1820
      @bs1820 Před rokem

      @@frjcde9392 at least he’s not an asshole

  • @MrMossyPS3
    @MrMossyPS3 Před rokem +65

    Unbelievable video. Thank you for blessing us again. Easily becoming one of my favourite channels on the whole platform!

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +7

      Wow, thank you! More to come from me man this year got some.... hopefully,... exciting videos to come in the following months!

  • @homo-stonersapien6310
    @homo-stonersapien6310 Před rokem +85

    Love your content my man

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +5

      Couldn't agree more I love him as a fighter and he always puts on a fantastic performance!

    • @imbreaden
      @imbreaden Před rokem

      Absolutely, never did PEDs or had any controversy, just puts on amazing shows and fucks people up

  • @the2ndamendment
    @the2ndamendment Před rokem +110

    I'm depressed and often lack emotion aside from negative emotion, but this video made me feel so much emotion. I don't even know which one(s) it was- happiness, hope, inspiration🤷‍♂️ but this was a powerful story. Also what a classy person.

    • @namelessking67
      @namelessking67 Před rokem +10

      If you ever wanna talk, i’m here for you brother. Doesn’t matter what about, just let me know.

    • @tomfurstyfield
      @tomfurstyfield Před rokem +3

      I highly recommend the Huberman Podcast, lots of science about how to look after yourself mentally. It's okay to struggle, you can get better and I wish you all the best

    • @jakemocci3953
      @jakemocci3953 Před rokem +1

      Depressed due to the state of the country? All real Americans are.

    • @Izzyreallyy
      @Izzyreallyy Před rokem +3

      Stay strong bro, feelings don’t last forever!🤞🏾

    • @thatdude3977
      @thatdude3977 Před rokem

      That means you are EMO 😂

  • @benwells3416
    @benwells3416 Před rokem +16

    I feel like DJ is a true representation of a warrior. So many ufc fighters go into the cage to entertain, while DJ goes into to be respectful to the sport. True honour

    • @veragatame
      @veragatame Před 4 měsíci

      He reminds me of GSP a lot. Well-rounded fighter, spectacular finisher and overall wonderful human. DJ joined a BJJ competition recently - in a kimono - just for the fun of it, and treated it like any other fight of his. No stalling, no bullshit, jusr arm-bars and respect.

  • @GiantKilla333
    @GiantKilla333 Před rokem +29

    This video needed to happen !! So glad it did. Spectacular job on yet another great video.

  • @JG-wx2xs
    @JG-wx2xs Před rokem +27

    One of the best to ever do it.
    Shame he didn't get the credit he deserved in the ufc.
    His legacy is strong

    • @McShag420
      @McShag420 Před rokem +5

      The UFC doesn't give, they take. Gotta support Dana's multimillion dollar gambling addiction somehow.

  • @Strype13
    @Strype13 Před rokem +40

    DJ is such a phenomenal dude. Both inside and outside of the cage. It's a damn shame we'll never see him face off against Figgy and/or Moreno. I think both of those fights would be legendary. That being said, I'm really looking forward to this rubber match with Moraes. That man is an absolute savage, as well. Infinite respect for the mighty, albeit teetering on elderly mouse.

    • @RocknrollaBlitz
      @RocknrollaBlitz Před rokem +8

      I would love to see Figgy or Moreno against that Rodtang machine. Same rules as DJ had, but i dont think either Figgy or Moreno would survive 1st round with that animal 😂

  • @Harley-D-Mcdonald
    @Harley-D-Mcdonald Před rokem +27

    DJ is a living active Legend and we are lucky to have the privilege to continue to watch him fight at the highest levels. We've been fortunate enough to see greatness over and over and he's still a killer, still doing it and continuing to do it better than anyone.

  • @FightYourCouch
    @FightYourCouch Před 9 měsíci +8

    DJ finally getting the love and respect he's always deserved makes me so damn happy. Truly brings a tear to my eyes. Never cheated, no controversy, p4p he's my GOAT

  • @ramirospinelli6453
    @ramirospinelli6453 Před rokem +19

    another job well done brother, thanks for shinning light on the darkest corners of mma and on the career of the most underappreciated fighter of all time.

  • @TheLochs
    @TheLochs Před rokem +14

    Nice job on this Doc. DJ is a great man, great fighter and deserves more recognition.

  • @danielnillo
    @danielnillo Před rokem +20

    Deeply moving, the respect those two show eachother.. cutting edge both in skill and in humility / emotional maturity. Massive respect for what the other man is capable if and what he's been through. This rivalry is incredible. Thank you for creating this riveting film. It makes me wish I'd been paying closer attention to Dj's career since ufc departure.. thank you for this reminder.. im paying attention again. This trilogy fight feels like a massive event actually. Look forward to it.

  • @erikguzman1640
    @erikguzman1640 Před rokem +4

    Masterfully writing and edited! Thank you for the amazing work you put into your videos!

  • @larryholliday8412
    @larryholliday8412 Před rokem +7

    Thanks for this video. You did an excellent job putting this one together. It was like a glimpse into the heartfelt brutal truth of the fight game, also the video for me just goes to show how one door closes and another one opens. If you get to depressed about the closed door, you might not see the open door right in front of your face. The open door is often disguised as something to fear. Just remember the acronym for fear is false evidence appearing real. Feel the fear and do it anyway. Thanks again for this video my friend.

  • @maninthevan53
    @maninthevan53 Před rokem +73

    Its a pity these 2 guys that made it through all the struggles had to face each other, DJ is getting up in age and this could be his toughest fight ever, the size and determination of Adriana

    • @TheSauxyFxcker
      @TheSauxyFxcker Před rokem +4

      He’s only 2 years older..Not much of a difference, they’re both mid 30s

    • @caleblanfranco7037
      @caleblanfranco7037 Před rokem +7

      @@TheSauxyFxcker fight clock though is different depends on how they train fight DJ might feel younger or older then he is

    • @brianharris9949
      @brianharris9949 Před rokem +6

      He's already fought him 2 times and had Adrian bad in round 3 and finished in round 4. DJ's will, skill, determination and fight IQ were on full display last time. I expect the same results.

    • @maninthevan53
      @maninthevan53 Před rokem

      @@brianharris9949 I still believe it will be a tougher fight

    • @brianharris9949
      @brianharris9949 Před rokem +3

      @@maninthevan53 It could be. If Moraes comes out aggressive but DJ already says his style is boring. It was DJ the smaller fighter that pushed the pace last time. I think it will be a good fight either way but I think DJ has him figured out.

  • @GalactusOG
    @GalactusOG Před rokem +9

    The fight companion live was sultry. Thanks Academic.

  • @jonlopez07
    @jonlopez07 Před rokem +15

    DJ is one of the most well rounded good guy GOAT of all time. His legend will echo steadily for years to come.

  • @thefourthwritedjentleman3643

    Your content is absolutely top notch my man - fantastic and thanks for your hard work and sharing

  • @samuelrussell7003
    @samuelrussell7003 Před rokem +35

    This will be a good one for sure there's never been a fighter who was disrespected by the UFC as Johnson the guy was one of if not the best flyweight to ever step in a cage and the way he was treated was disgusting

    • @salvadorpalma8173
      @salvadorpalma8173 Před rokem +1

      What's up with the titled though? Destroyed?

    • @radoslawkurczab8265
      @radoslawkurczab8265 Před rokem +2

      at least he is appreciated and properly paid. There are more fighters of demetrius size in Asia and their flyweight division gets more recognition than UFC's

    • @samuelrussell7003
      @samuelrussell7003 Před rokem

      @@mikes6216 Thats not the kind of disrespect we're talking about those are disrespectful words we're talking about disrespectful actions and the way they treated him and besides he wasn't wrong 😂

  • @AprehamLincoln
    @AprehamLincoln Před rokem +36

    I know quite a few folks that only really got into MMA after McGregor-Khabib and I'll talk their ear off about how the GOAT discussion comes down to Fedor, GSP, Silva and Mighty Mouse. Far too many have never even heard of Johnson which is crazy to me since he's still fighting in a major promotion. And the fact that ONE puts fights on Prime for free when so many people already have Prime, there's no excuse to not check him out.

    • @DC-ml6cv
      @DC-ml6cv Před rokem +3

      The mouse for sure. Only one on that list I'd 100% trust if he said he never juices. Other 3 not so much

    • @therealistintheboot8822
      @therealistintheboot8822 Před rokem

      Bone>>>DJ

    • @McShag420
      @McShag420 Před rokem +4

      For his weight class, Khabib is also the GOAT, but I think DJ has better overall skills. More well-rounded.

    • @AprehamLincoln
      @AprehamLincoln Před rokem

      @@DC-ml6cv I can almost guarantee Fedor juiced. Pride contracts allegedly explicitly stated they would not test for PEDs.
      Silva definitely juiced, he popped after the Diaz fight (allegedly used it to help with the recovery after breaking his leg), may have used it earlier as he also fought in Pride.
      GSP is a tough one. Was extremely vocal about testing all throughout his career but doesn't pass the eye test. I want to believe he was clean as he was my favourite fighter, but who knows?

    • @AprehamLincoln
      @AprehamLincoln Před rokem +3

      @@therealistintheboot8822 Jon Jones is a serial cheater. Steroids, eye pokes. Combine that with his inability to comport himself the way you'd hope a champion would outside of the cage and I can't consider him the greatest.
      But there is a difference between the greatest and the best. I do believe Jones is the *best* to ever do it. Absolutely the most talented fighter in MMA history.

  • @GK-gr2mx
    @GK-gr2mx Před rokem +8

    Dj surviving first couple rounds against Rodtang is insane, Rodtang is a savage !

  • @niharg2011
    @niharg2011 Před rokem +4

    Finally Finally Finally ya'll gave the best documentary one could ask for 😭😭❤️
    One the greatest, thanks for reading through the comments and making this, this was so so good, keep up the good work. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @Kwasimitsu
    @Kwasimitsu Před rokem +1

    Great piece. Thanks for covering DJ’s story and all he’s had to deal with.

  • @thewanderer4162
    @thewanderer4162 Před rokem +29

    Some youtubers make videos,others do poetry.
    Thanks for the episode!
    I would love a video on pride championship.
    The subject or the fighter doesn't matter I trust you for that.
    Have a good day!

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +3

      Thank you so much mate for always popping in it means a lot! And Pride is 100 percent on the cards this year!

    • @thewanderer4162
      @thewanderer4162 Před rokem +1

      @@MixedMartialAcademic Can't wait for the Main event!
      It was such a great idea to dig into the life of morales too!

  • @MH-sp5ki
    @MH-sp5ki Před rokem +3

    Thank you for creating this documentary. Very well done

  • @azerojourney2797
    @azerojourney2797 Před rokem

    Wow this was well put together. Great job bro, you did a great job shining light on these days

  • @andydhillon1977
    @andydhillon1977 Před rokem +2

    Amazing video. So well-done!
    DJ is one of my all-time favorites. Gifted, but extremely humble.

  • @TheAdrinachrome1
    @TheAdrinachrome1 Před rokem +5

    I saw the title and was like wtf, then watched the whole thing and realized you don't mean DJ is a failure but that the ufc is a failure for their treatment of him and ultimately giving him up. Great video

  • @jameshutcheson4910
    @jameshutcheson4910 Před rokem +3

    This was great! Very well written and narrated. You told a great story, and simultaneously, provided nice action. White belt English teacher with a minor in drama here. Love your content!

  • @lutherwalker7639
    @lutherwalker7639 Před rokem +2

    I liked how you covered the history of his rival. Your videos are grade A material period 💯

  • @Shrek2OnCD
    @Shrek2OnCD Před rokem +2

    Dude your vidoes actually make me cry. Please never stop. You legit combine poetry documentaries together. Bravo.

  • @stanparker9556
    @stanparker9556 Před rokem +3

    Great video! I didn't realize how crazy good DJs story was. Very well covered. Earned a sub for sure

  • @robertrosen2703
    @robertrosen2703 Před rokem +5

    It's beautiful seeing the respect from both fighters for each other in DJ vs Adriano and vs Rodtang.

  • @josephseth6762
    @josephseth6762 Před rokem +2

    I always look forward to these you do great work! One of my all time favorite fighters.

  • @thomasjoy7879
    @thomasjoy7879 Před 10 dny

    Such a great video bro ..veey well put together and some brilliant words there . 🔥🔥

  • @tiggernits1508
    @tiggernits1508 Před rokem +17

    Mighty Mouse is a beast. How could people not like his fights. One of if not the best fighter ever.

  • @syd1279
    @syd1279 Před rokem +5

    I love how you included Moraes's story to give context to him as an opponent in DJ'S story as well as it gave perspective for me as a DJ fan tending to always dismiss the other opponent and feeling down after DJ lost to him the first time they matched up and wanting for DJ to win on the rematch which he did both times but i got a new appreciation for Moraes now and his life story although tragic it nice to see what it turned out to be.

  • @aloissouls
    @aloissouls Před rokem +10

    The most underrated fighter in the world I can't wait for Johnson V Moraes 3

  • @urmom-_
    @urmom-_ Před rokem +2

    one of my favorite ones yet my man, thanks for the banger and keep up the good work as always! also I saw DJ reacted on his channel, was cool to see you getting some of the recognition you clearly deserve. dont forget me when u blast through the stratosphere lol - ur mom with the cat pic :)

  • @lukasl.7522
    @lukasl.7522 Před rokem

    As always incredible content! DJ deserves this type of coverage!

  • @justsayin9610
    @justsayin9610 Před rokem +3

    Great content! No documentation of mindless trash talk and soap opera antics to promote a fight, just pure respect and great values from true warriors. This just relegated the UFC to the same category as "The Housewives Of ..."

  • @kengozin
    @kengozin Před rokem

    One of the most well written and narrated documentaries on CZcams. Bravo🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @delta.alpha.novmbr8802

    Fantastic job dude. You’re work, like dj’s is a pleasure to watch

  • @robinferdous9164
    @robinferdous9164 Před rokem +13

    Great documentary, thank you. At 19:43, beautiful writing... Really captures the heart and spirit of martial art

    • @AirLancer
      @AirLancer Před rokem +3

      It's from a speech by Theodore Roosevelt.

    • @mightguy123456
      @mightguy123456 Před rokem

      Famous quote*

    • @robinferdous9164
      @robinferdous9164 Před rokem

      @@AirLancer thanks! I looked into it, the speech is called Cititzenship in a Republic, nice read.

  • @MakoTheFrog
    @MakoTheFrog Před rokem +5

    I'm so happy DJ got away from that snake pit UFC, dana is a clown with a god complex who doesn't give a shit about any of his fighters health or well being, he is the don king of MMA. The move to ONE championship allowed DJ to soar to unimaginable heights and hone his technique like never before, truly the undisputed GOAT of MMA. Amazing documentary, Academic, your videos are the only ones i immediately add to favorites before i even watch them, fantastic work bro!

  • @moosa9850
    @moosa9850 Před 9 měsíci

    Found your channel now, after this video immediately subscribed, brilliant allround editing narration everything is top notch.

  • @uzbabo
    @uzbabo Před rokem

    With such good content, I am surprised you have lesser than 100k subs. I am loving every one of your documentaries. 💯 respect.

  • @hibiscus_n_gravy
    @hibiscus_n_gravy Před rokem +9

    Well done. Masterclass documentary.

  • @ishitrealbad3039
    @ishitrealbad3039 Před 8 měsíci +3

    "we are not going to market you"
    "OMG WHY IS NOBODY WATCHING YOU!?"
    this was really big pinky brain moment for dana right there.

  • @PetrolHeadWolfComments
    @PetrolHeadWolfComments Před měsícem

    Beautiful work… great video brother

  • @Naroaka
    @Naroaka Před rokem +1

    great job man! wonderfully done, just beautiful👏👏

  • @MountVernonTrucking
    @MountVernonTrucking Před rokem +5

    Poor DJ.
    What a humble, beautiful man.
    Perfect role model.

  • @ExplainingTheScriptures
    @ExplainingTheScriptures Před rokem +25

    The first man EVER to dominate a division so much that UFC cut ties with him! He was so good that it became boring because no matter who they threw at him, he would tear them up; and everyone knew it.

    • @stevejamieson8468
      @stevejamieson8468 Před rokem +3

      The crazy thing is the move that caused him to lose would be a dq in just about every other organization that goes by the unified rules of mma

    • @cvgodd1432
      @cvgodd1432 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Idk bro let’s be honest… the weight class is boring to watch! They’re just too small to take seriously. There’s no power behind their shots and rarely any KOs. Idk I just couldn’t watch anything smaller than 135. Even that is pushing it, 135 is the size of a 11 yr old lol.

    • @rustyray420
      @rustyray420 Před 9 měsíci +8

      ​@@cvgodd1432yet those 135ers would ragdoll you around still 😂

    • @francesthemute9486
      @francesthemute9486 Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@cvgodd1432 I disagree sooo much. The speed of these guys is insane to watch and the fights tend to be much faster paced compared to heavier weight classes.

  • @bag12
    @bag12 Před rokem +1

    Honestly a moving video, you’re getting better and better each video. Very cool to see unfold

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem

      I appreciate that mate! Gunna take some time for the next doc and really flesh it out can’t wait to get more to you man!

  • @mooxo5192
    @mooxo5192 Před 8 měsíci

    What a GREAT video - really IMPRESSED with the cutting and flow of it - BRILLIANT WORK!!!

  • @goldenagenut
    @goldenagenut Před rokem +9

    Mighty Mouse has always been one of the most exciting and skilled champions in the sport. The guy's skill level, speed, attitude - how can anyone who claims to be a fight fan NOT be a fan of Demetrius Johnson? Definite GOAT candidate! 👍

  • @johnboy1760
    @johnboy1760 Před rokem +7

    In many ways, what he’s doing at One FC is amongst his top accomplishments, he’s fighting very tough competition at 135, having had most of his success at 125. The man is legit a two organisation, two weight world champion.
    Winning a Grand Prix and that fight with Rodtang, to be doing that at 36/37. Man is cut from a different cloth.

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +2

      The man is an absolute beast that’s for sure! I loved seeing his performances in one,

    • @johnboy1760
      @johnboy1760 Před rokem +2

      I’ve thoroughly enjoyed watching him at One and he’s introduced me to a whole new promotion. One that is innovative, and varied in its roster, I’d likely never have taken the plunge without him joining.
      Risk of sounding sycophantic, great content.

  • @screwcabshlongbox
    @screwcabshlongbox Před rokem

    These are sooo good 👍 I appreciate the work you do.

  • @Whendego
    @Whendego Před rokem +4

    This was beautiful. I'm only just getting into the history of combat sports, learning about legends and watching old fights. I've seen clips and replays of Mighty Mouse fighting, but learning of his story and hearing his interviews and the respect and love he shows his opponents is just so moving and inspiring. Great doc!!

  • @lincslegend6936
    @lincslegend6936 Před 6 dny

    Amazing documentary. Thankyou for making it.

  • @TheTRUTHx1000
    @TheTRUTHx1000 Před rokem +5

    Simply put , the classiest most respectful and most respected fighter in MMA! To say UFC made a huge mistake is an understatement!

  • @gregprevite8548
    @gregprevite8548 Před rokem +3

    DJ is one of my favorite fighters to watch ever. So skilled and such a fun fighting style. One of the best ever imo.

  • @Narcopathic
    @Narcopathic Před rokem +1

    Damn, guys... This video is a work of art! Well done! Really well done!

  • @ComeRee
    @ComeRee Před rokem

    Poetic, edifying and beautiful story telling. Thank you for your continued work and coverage of the sport. Cariad fawr o Gymru - Much love from Wales

  • @CYMotorsport
    @CYMotorsport Před rokem +5

    18:10 still one of the best fights all things considered of recent memory. I don’t know why but I’ll never forget that look from rodtang - that ‘If you want to beat me, then you’ll have to wake me up after too’ 😂 not the most healthy or self preserving but memorable for sure

  • @ayomideamafa9477
    @ayomideamafa9477 Před rokem +8

    Dj will forever be the 🐐 of flyweight

  • @MrTagurit7
    @MrTagurit7 Před 9 měsíci

    This was awesome. Thank you for the vid.

  • @corydinsmore1117
    @corydinsmore1117 Před rokem +2

    If this video showed nothing else, it showed that you have absolutely no idea what someone has been through, or done, or seen, or their aspirations or goals, or what they eventually will accomplish just by simply looking at them. Really great video man. Very heart felt great music, 10/10.

  • @GabrielRamirez-oc4iw
    @GabrielRamirez-oc4iw Před rokem

    I really enjoyed this vid. Thanx for posting

  • @hakr1298
    @hakr1298 Před rokem +5

    The UFC hated him because he was too good, he beat up every fighter they threw at him, went to ONE and beat up their fighters as well and became the champ
    The GOAT 🐐 ladies and gentelmen

  • @BortPimpson
    @BortPimpson Před rokem +3

    I have been watching the One events on prime. I always knew something was different with One but could never put my finger on it until this video. There is a gravitas to the fighters that isn't presented in other organizations. The respect of the art of fighting is what One Championship has. As cringe as it is to say.

  • @michaelbroughton2788
    @michaelbroughton2788 Před 5 měsíci

    Great video bro!!! Much respect to give respect to all these warriors

  • @ivanorozco4274
    @ivanorozco4274 Před rokem

    I don't recall having enjoyed an MMA vid as much as this one for a long time. Made me want to keep track on ONErs from now on. Sub added, great job!

  • @LeonardTaylor700
    @LeonardTaylor700 Před rokem +7

    No one… absolutely No one….
    Can take away DJ’s legacy

  • @VerdadTruth
    @VerdadTruth Před rokem +5

    Hall of Fame for this man.. no doubt, clean, cut and dry. The greatest in the world. What a career. The day Mighty Mouse retires, MMA loses an amazing talent.

  • @chrislawson7983
    @chrislawson7983 Před rokem

    Awesome job posting this. Thanks. One organization changing it up looks great. DJ what a great fighter.

  • @vizueto69
    @vizueto69 Před rokem

    1st time on the channel... Bro, masterful writing!!! You gained a new sub👍💪

  • @felixmcinally8037
    @felixmcinally8037 Před rokem +4

    The fact that the ufc dissaproved of the mouse for "low selling paperviews" will forever mark the moment they officially outed themselves as a non sporting organisation

  • @markwrenn5965
    @markwrenn5965 Před rokem +3

    Imagine the videos he and henry will make if he wins the trilogy with Moraes coming up, and Henry wins the UFC bantamweight title. The two best 135 lbers on earth.
    (Flyweight in ONE is 135)

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +4

      Im so happy that these guys train together man! Such an Awesome Duo!

    • @markwrenn5965
      @markwrenn5965 Před rokem +1

      @@MixedMartialAcademic Mighty Mouse has a helluva sidekick!

  • @electricaltimelapsetest5713

    Dude! Great video. Thank you 🙏

  • @aw3279
    @aw3279 Před rokem +4

    As a casual.. the only 2 fighters I watch outside the ufc are DJ and MVP. Anyone got other suggestions 👀

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +2

      I think rob Wilkinson from PFL is putting on stand out performances man. Um John liniker in ONE. And dillion Dannie over in bellator

  • @georgeaghimien3234
    @georgeaghimien3234 Před rokem +4

    Gotta put Francis Ngannou up there aswell at this point

  • @thecancelledclub665
    @thecancelledclub665 Před rokem

    AMAZING VIDEO. BRAVO. Your writing is powerful

  • @KANEoHilo808
    @KANEoHilo808 Před rokem

    I love this! Please make more of fighters. Great work. I really enjoyed watching it.

  • @TotallyNotRedneckYall
    @TotallyNotRedneckYall Před rokem +3

    The UFC didn't deserve DJ.