Khalil Rountree On How His Father’s Murder Continues To Affect Him, Turning His Life Around
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- čas přidán 20. 05. 2024
- Khalil Rountree discusses his emotional post-fight scrum after his UFC Vegas 50 win, how his father’s death impacted him, if he would have still been a fighter, when things changed as a teenager, how he wants to inspire change, how he gets over tough days, Conor McGregor’s compliment, and more on The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani on Monday..
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That's one of the realest interactions I've ever seen on this show, and I've been a fan for a while! Too many people are afraid to talk about their insecurities.
Followed him since the Anders fight, and started to look up to him when I dove more into his story. He’s a rare individual, and I hope he keeps getting wins in incredible fashion 🙏🏽. But win or lose, I’m riding with him
Dude me too that's why I started plus I don't know when I started I got the bypass without up but I remember watching that Atlanta I think it's the Atlanta one with Izzy and gas line which is followed by Max and Dustin know? 226/236 anyway? I guess that was what four years ago so he said he's been a nurse for 12 years and I feel like I missed so much but in that light heavyweight match in that shutout against your boy Anders, who I like a lot, I mean I'll never forget sound of a slapping thuds made by those kicks by Khalil and just making his punches so effective that he knocked down Eric several times I mean you could literally call that a shutout could have been stopped by the corner or the ref meeting khalil's eyes towards the end like they really but unlike those Anya is getting his ass kicked in the fifth round Roundtree just kept doing his own thing and against the strong man like Anders experience he has sure that's exactly what he should have done and I just became a freaking huge Roundtree fan and made me want to go to Thailand I still do LOL only, because I saw you wrote the anders fighting same here and I was really enamored by his interview last night, thanks man
Same here, he won lots of fans with that performance, glad to see he's getting more exposure again.
Brutal legs kicks! Khalil is an absolute savage and beast
Beta male 😪
@@mrnickb NB?
😂😂😂😂🙏 we do take ourselves seriously dont we?
No Balls
In a sport where most athletes are still trying establish and build their unique brands Khalil is a real gem
I love that man.❤ I been in the same place, not at the level of suicide but a deep depression for many years. I know this is not about me though this man is a good example of it gets better.
It wrong cuz it is about you man that's exact reason why he did what he did last night bro and he did it again today with Ariel I hate to say it you're wrong man he did that for you bro, he's no saint he's not like dying on the cross but man he's still dealing with his issues, don't think he's done it's a lifetime of work and I am just going to say I can understand where you both are coming from not from a weight perspective from other angle and let me tell you one last time that was for you and other people much more than was for him however he is going to benefit from that because it's going to make him feel like a million bucks once he stops feeling stupid for speaking up. And when the negative thoughts and ego to go away, cuz that's all the ego does is tell us where dumb or stupid for speaking up right? For that which will be soon I hope, he's going to really feel proud and you're going to watch him growgrow even more cuz if he doesn't and you don't know.. another truth is that it was for you and it'll benefit that good man more then his help benefited you.. I don't have a problem with food or weight per say although I can but let's just say I get it elsewhere. PS guess what you get to carry that message on you get two-and-a-half too if it helps you do pass it on it'll make you feel like he feels which is full whole and useful God bless you and please, do what he says man I'm going to do it I'm going to try to love myself a lot more that's that's the deal I got to pay attention to what he said that message can we from anybody you guys it's not just about overweight people that's the thing people don't understand I'm glad I do and I hope you do to God bless
Me too
@@TV-mp3rw damn bro thanks for that message, i didn't see it from that angle before. Yeah i'm really working on the i love my self thing, but it's gonna get better. I just know it. God bless you too❤ i hope everything works out for you too bro.
Never knew his story
😞
What a mind on that man
May God bless you my brother
Everyday is a new day
🙏🏾
The world needs more real ones like Khali 💯
Khalil just when I thought I couldn't love watching your journey from the little view we get in fan land.. you have a moment of gargantuan vulnerability and shock the mma world. That is a beautiful show of strength and to those confused, vulnerability isn't a weakness it's quiet the opposite. Again, thrilled about your journey being in the open and I hope it continues good sir. Ty
Well articulated thought bro
@Clown ok beta what, clown?
@Clown awwe, that's not nice the jury is still out man we're all still growing no? Anyways have a good one man oh, it's funny I look up the actual definition and the word volatility is there I'm like I'm a Alpha and beta every other day bro half the week I'm learning?? you probably be a good teacher for those extra-thick egos that'll probably work. Anyways no harm no foul man and take it you're Roundtree Junior fan to cool, a man he's obviously been through a lot and has lots of help with it and the Beautiful Thing to see that on display whether people or you or comfortable with it or not because that takes balls of steel to do what he did in my opinion, anyways big the name clown, but my kids would totally freak out again if I pull the clown costume out once more but Never Say Never, become the light to the beta man not the voices already in their head you know if you can. Empathy another beautiful strength give me time to go find my clown shoes and have a drink you guys take it easy see you later
@Clown LOL you ass I thought you would call him a beta you were talking about me the whole time LOL I didn't even catch that anyway alright buddy oh, you got me off guard for sure that was a good one
I feel you bro I hate the toxic energy directed towards fighters when they lose. It’s disgusting and I can’t stand it.
Khalil has been one of my favorite fighter since I saw him in tuf. I’ve seen every single one of his ufc fights and it’s awesome to see him grow as a fighter as well as a person who everyone can look up to. He’s been a killer since the beginning but it’s cool how everyone is getting to see how great of a guy he is
Kahlil Roundtree should link up with John Morgan and get him shredded
Roundtree is a dangerous fighter but he isn't a miracle worker.
@@theguvnor3880 BRUH 😂😂
The mans got one lung 🤣 what Kahlil gon do?
God bless you Khalil. Prayers for your mother's health to improve. Great performance Saturday night.
Khalil is truth man!!! Just seeing someone keeping it completely 1000% real in this mma game is so refreshing!!
This man is a gem within this sport and is as real as it gets. Love his messages and what he's about.
Loving his rise and goal to inspire. Respect.
Khalil is first ufc fighter to bring soccer body kick. And it legit. Hopefully we see more of that. Khalil is growing as a MMA fighter
wow what a dope human being and great interview ariel salute
God only selects his greatest warriors for the hardest battles. Keep up the good fight. Never give up on yourself and we're saved by grace through faith.
Man been follwing him since the ultimate fighter and wow what a journey. Learned so much about himself and life in those years and have moved around and switched mma style multiple times as well, always interesting to see what he bring to the octagon, and now im also gonna look forward to listening his post fight interviews. What a dude. Respect is huge! Very wholesome moment around the 53 minute mark
Super cool guy. Thank you for putting yourself out there. That post fight interview hit me hard because I’m basically in that mindset now with nothing but suicide on my mind.
Keep it cool bro, believe it or not, things will always be better, wish you all the best. Much love from France
Keep your head up man, you’re life matters, and has purpose!
You got this man . Power though this! The mma community is here for you. We need you to stay with us here.
Work har every day. I’m a Rountree fan for sure man he rocks!
Look fantastic interview Ariel, and thank Khalil, learned a lot man thanks for being so open
I normally take my pup out for 5-7 minutes in the am...found myself outside walking with him for 40 minutes, listening and relating to Khalil. His emotions always stood out to me in his TUF season. I'm always glad to hear more bits and pieces of the story. Always wishing all the best, including you Khalil even though you won't see this. We all feel unheard, especially when thrown into such a diverse environment. I hear your story, I see the emotion, and it motivates me more than that money motivation crap. This man is a true gentleman and his father would be proud. I hope to hear some (more) Khalil Rountree music hits in the future, and not just Khalil hits in the octagon🙏🎵. I plan to get vip for the next event your at, I need to have you sign my first piece of musical equipment🙏
This man comes from a place that hurts. You know he was on the brink of death rose up, the way he expresses himself. And definitely.in the way he fights so passionately. Last time he finished a guy with a leg breaking pisao and then this time with that devastating ground kick. He's fighting for his life literally! Respect.
Let’s go Khalil!! Hope to see him make a great run considering LHW is for the taking. He looked powerful in his last two performances
been a supporter since he came out on JRE its a great episode
"Came out?"
I love this dudes passion. One of my favorites.
Man, UFC needs to promote this guy better! I didnt even know he was fighting this last weekend smh lol
Yesssss!!! So happy he’s in the show today!
Khalils human qualities alone make me a fan and admirer, but man what a force to behold.
Straight killer with a genuine heart and soul.
I take my hat off to you also my sincerest condolances to you k, very brave of you to be so real & honest
Where have Khalil been all this time. His true self is great.
He just gained a fan. Respect.
Stick around another day. Great stuff
What a good dude . Really a great person
Can’t wait to see that graphic novel type story come to life Khalil 🔥🤟🏿
I absolutely love this man!!!
ROUNTREE IS SO INSPIRATIONAL👏🏽
Hell yeah 👍 great stuff Rountree
Great interview. Inspirational conscientious fighter
Yup
Savage inside the cage, sweet heart outside
He mentioned discord and I've been trying to find his server ever since if anyone could help
I’m in it, beg for an invite and I’ll think ab it 🤔
@@SuperLio333 no thanks
New Fann!!
Ive always said that this guy will eventually kill someone in the ring. He's too brutal and DGAF
🤣
I believe that too after his performance before this one.
When you guys got to see again I can't remember which UFC it was and then it's the one where Gastelum and is he fought in the co-main and Max and Holloway the main event oddly enough, but yeah if you're not as tough as an eryk Anders ya boi Anders, but not only do you not get shutout you get knocked out and Khalil doesn't get to Showcase like you did that beautiful night oh, so you guys should check that one out man if you have Fight Pass or maybe you can find it elsewhere, if so let me know my TV collapsed in the one I have is a smart TV and it won't let me download apps so I have been without my Fight Pass for about 6 months now sucks when you watch it all the time and don't have it. I'm so depressed I don't even want to make a meme on that awesome new Daily Show, like Chuck Norris and all them at the end with their awesome memes are great, take care of y'all
Ive always said the people that dont know anything Martial Arts have the dumbest comments - Lol "too brutal" ? This is literally basic Muay Thai and you obviously havent seen any fight since this is light work compared to fights in the Stadium. Plus Muay Thai is a warmup compared to watching Lethwei or Vale Tudo
My man lives in the Brazzers casting house
What a beautiful soul
Dude’s a beast!
He reminds me of Thug Rose. Wears his heart on his sleeve but fights like a savage. I connect with unassuming badasses like these.
Prospects - 15&15
Near Top 15 25&25
#15-#7 50-100k
#6-Interim 100-500k
Championship fights 500k-depends on PPV buys.
Izzy and this guy need to get together match made in heaven
There’s a wide array of way fighters can get paid by the UFC. It’s about how you structure your contract. For example, Tony Ferguson at one point had a Show purse, $5,000 to win and a Finish bonus…
I was always butt’hurt Khalil dispatched of Gökan Saki but I always kinda liked him….this interview won me over.
I love that Ariel provides a platform for athletes to speak what’s on their minds rather than generic questions with flair like The “Shmo”🙄😂
Vs Strickland
A weirder guy than I even imagined. Reminds of a depressed Beneil. No disrespect to Khalil, but man…
I think I see why Strickland doesn't like him. Takes himself seriously and long winded. But, not the worst thing you can say about a person.
💯💯💯
Is this the same guy who pulled a dirty move on Strickland during sparring ?
What a beaut
My nickname is smiley all my homies call me smiley its cuz im always stoned 🤣🤣from ganjia the marijuana 🤣
Wish Khalil wouldn't go for the knee stomp so much. Otherwise I love the dude.
waaaaa waaaaaaa 😭
Strickland is rite
Sean Strickland is yo daddy, son
Sean Strickland is a karen, son.
Seems like all im hearing is I I I.....
2 words. sean strickland
Legend has it that he's still crying infront of anyone with a camera who would listen.
After that I never want to watch Roundtree ever again
Why
Sean Strickland gang form up.
Here
Here
Sean is right but uncalled for.
Sean "Let's throw down in the middle of the octagon and continue to back up" Strickland
Sean “Let’s point fight to death” Strickland
Walkers son