How To Fight A Bigger And Stronger Opponent by 2x UFC Champion Dominick Cruz

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How To Fight A Bigger And Stronger Opponent by 2x UFC Champion Dominick Cruz
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@micahudeh5929 2 жыл бұрын

Dominick Cruz laying out the gameplan of how he would have fought Bisping 😂

@ScorpioIsland 2 жыл бұрын

Big facts lol. Shame we never got that one

@yasuh4550 2 жыл бұрын

"I've been thinking about this-" he's definitely been prepping for Mike

@GarrettChance 2 жыл бұрын

Cruz - “Just keep circling to the left so they can’t see you.” Feria- “Haha, that’s great…. wait what?”

@yasuh4550 2 жыл бұрын

@@GarrettChance LOL

@stokkejanraggio9091 2 жыл бұрын

@@GarrettChance 😂😂😂😂

@ggmedina1188 2 жыл бұрын

"If I say I'm better than them, what can I learn from them?" That's such a powerful quote. Dominick is one of the greatest minds in MMA history.

@ggmedina1188 2 жыл бұрын

If I say I’m better than them, what can I learn from them?” - Sun Tzu

@upnorthof60 2 жыл бұрын

Dominic‘s fight IQ is incredible. He is an outlier amongst outliers. I would love to listen to a podcast with Dominic and John Danaher discussing fighting philosophy and techniques. Great video much appreciated. ✌️

@jonesdan85 2 жыл бұрын

That's not a bad idea

@mohinder6047 2 жыл бұрын

If there's anything I've learned from training it's that most people ARE actually meatheads. It really shows when you meet a real intellectual on the mat who is also an athlete

@whitedom2041 2 жыл бұрын

i will use what i learned in this video to beat smaller guys

@nooneatall5612 2 жыл бұрын

I would pay to watch a podcast with Danaher and Dom

@counterkidnapping1737 2 жыл бұрын

But what happen if he bodylocks you? What would you do? How'd you break the grip and escape?

@dibyo156 2 жыл бұрын

Man I absolutely love Dominick Cruz, freaking amazing lesson. He should really coach younger fighters, like dedicated coach. Absolute legend, this was a delight to watch.

@TheHYENA87 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, I didn't always love him, after hearing him on JRE, talking about accountability, directly after his loss to Cody. Wow, that was a great one, he is extremely well spoken. Big fan, huge respect.

@jesseg94 2 жыл бұрын

He's already been coaching once he retires he'll probably do it with more commitment. From what I've learned is that he's taken less commentating jobs to commit to his training because he wants one more shot to the title.

@dibyo156 2 жыл бұрын

@@737simviator I agree with you but that's the thing, this is basically what Dom does best, the lateral movement and making his opponents punch air. Practicing this "very basic" thing like a mad man is largely what made him who he is.

@school001jb 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe once hes done fighting himself. Hes still slanging and banging up all the young 135'ers

@TheHYENA87 2 жыл бұрын

@@dibyo156 agreed, he ran with it, made it his own.

@boblob3509 2 жыл бұрын

These are the techniques that Dom was going to use against Michael Bisping when they had that argument at the bar

@jmoz 2 жыл бұрын

All he needs to do is pivot to the side of Bisping's missing eye

@Xal1991 2 жыл бұрын

Or when Cormier called him out for a sit down 🪑

@blackhoodie4170 Жыл бұрын

They're also techniques that he used anyways lol

@darrenstettner5381 2 жыл бұрын

How to fight an opponent that’s much larger… Step one: Be Dominick Cruz.

@jlgamer892 2 жыл бұрын

or Saenchai

@alienleads 2 жыл бұрын

Or Pacquiao

@leodesilva7638 2 жыл бұрын

Or how will domic cruz fight middle weight to super heavy weight fighters? What this video mean is how an elite fighter fight non elite to non experienced fighter. Cause there are thounsands out there that will destroy dominic cruz in a fight who's bigger and stronger.

@jlgamer892 2 жыл бұрын

@@leodesilva7638 yep

@happyjemini 2 жыл бұрын

@@leodesilva7638 And they're are billions that would smash you.

@scorpion32 2 жыл бұрын

Dominic would be a legendary trainer when he gets old, so much knowledge

@qwerty-tf1jg 2 жыл бұрын

He already teaches bruv

@remyhavoc4463 2 жыл бұрын

With striking maybe I don't wanna take the chances and try to gas out my opponent by letting him pound my face 💀

@danterodriguez2610 2 жыл бұрын

@@remyhavoc4463 😐

@rainslay8835 2 жыл бұрын

“Now you chasing me, because you wanna kill me” I love his mentality

@johnjohnny29 2 жыл бұрын

This is no doubt, by far THE BEST tactic and instructions, how to fight bigger opponent I have ever seen. Amazing, thank you both.

@Ponas_Lukas 2 жыл бұрын

Bernardo's footwork is a sight to behold. Sometimes I forget how skillful fighter can make their beginner opponent look so bad. Props to Bernardo tho always learning, always improving

@badgoat666 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah cruz has incredible fight iq. He's always exactly where you don't want him to be, he makes anyone look off balance. Ohh, I hadn't gotten to the boxing part...

@sylver76 2 жыл бұрын

Actually, as much as I love Bernardo, and as incredible he is as a BJJ player, it's very clear that he has a HUGE gap in his understanding of the stand-up game and in his ability to move in a standing situation. He looks clumsy because in that part of the game, he is a genuine beginner.

@ramirospinelli6453 2 жыл бұрын

Bernardo himself said that he is really clumsy, I remember him saying "im probably the only bjj world champ that can't do a cartwheel"

@KarmaFlight 2 жыл бұрын

Two class acts right there! As an older, 54, blue belt, I appreciate this lesson. THANKS!!!!

@paraglidingnut26 2 жыл бұрын

Cruz really understands the complete game, regardless of size and weight.

@TL-oq1qy 2 жыл бұрын

This is relevant for muay thai, bjj, mma and self defense... great lesson!

@Jemmartin 2 жыл бұрын

I’d love to see a TUF with Cruz vs Cormier (obviously the coaches won’t fight). Both are so different in character and movement but entertaining all the same.

@louisho7493 2 жыл бұрын

Bernardo is a former Golden Gloves Champion.

@michaelG2310 Жыл бұрын

Really? You’d never be Abe to tell from the way he was throwing those punches

@Rievoldt 2 жыл бұрын

Cruz has one of the most interesting styles ever and he dominated at the highest level with it for a long time. What a legend

@SweetShinns 2 жыл бұрын

This actually work wonders for me in sparing especiallyagainst the bigger guys. Guys just kept circling around. This guy is definitely a genius

@jeffreyulysse6025 8 ай бұрын

This was an absolute masterclass 🥀

@mastersplinter666 2 жыл бұрын

Dominick is a fight genius. I’d love to see him interview these guys after their fights in the octagon. He’s got the best takes on fights

@captainorangesburner Жыл бұрын

Rogan is jelly

@williamreside5573 2 жыл бұрын

It is a great honor for me to watch Bernardo trying to imitate strikes.

@plutonium120 2 жыл бұрын

' now youre chasing me, cause you want to kill me.' the most dominick cruz quote ever.

@marktennenhouse6869 2 жыл бұрын

Dominic is the smartest fighter I've seen so far. I'm going to buy that instructional as soon as it shows up on the site. His way of slipping and then hitting tackles is amazing.

@danielcho3270 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, what a great video. Thanks coach Bernardo and MMA legend coach Dominick for sharing this.

@jasonfloreslaw411 2 жыл бұрын

Dominick big inspiration on the reality of life and how to face life challenges. Love it! By the way Dominick , there have been people online saying great things about you , I wrote an article years ago about your way of looking at life’s adversity and moving forward. Keep it up man !

@jadenedwards6159 Жыл бұрын

If my son ever decided to compete amateur, professional mma….4 guys that I would take him to is Dominick Cruz, Demetrius Johnson, Henry cejudo and George st Pierre. Their knowledge is as pure as gold

@will1867 Жыл бұрын

Man I love how Dominick Cruz fights even before the ufc days. I named my son after him ( who was born on spectrum and would watch all the old Dominick Cruz fights with me) he's literally had to prove him self against some of the bullies in his class. And, like Dominick Cruz my son had lived up to the name of the dominator.

@stringsnare 2 жыл бұрын

this was so freaking amazing man just life lessons man, my ego got in the way when i was younger but i have learned and tyring to improve when you think you are better you truly aren't

@jamesjacks9169 2 жыл бұрын

1. I've met Mr.Cruz multiple times. I used to attend a BJJ class in the evenings at Alliance MMA Chula Vista, CA. He is a humble and respectful man, regardless of what others may say. 2. Let's see Mr. Cruz jiu-jitsu. Bernardo, did you guys roll at all?

@iansenekal5110 2 жыл бұрын

Dominic Cruz is one of the fighters that moved fighting forward, adding another layer for fighters to add to their arsenal. Brilliant!

@levibrinkerhoff2450 2 жыл бұрын

Man, Dominic Cruz as a teacher is great

@robertocastellanos9140 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you guys put this video out! I’ve wanted to learn some aspect of striking just so I can understand what I’m looking at when I watch the UFC. This was a great video, Dominick did a really good job of explaining!👍

@jayceeinvincible 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! This isn't even scratching the surface of Dominick's genius fight IQ🔥🔥🔥

@christophergonzalez6536 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I love how Dom explains and simplifies things.

@unkn3141 2 жыл бұрын

yes, Yes! YASSS!! Been waiting for a Dominick Cruz VIDEO!! Take all my money!!

@SherLock55 2 жыл бұрын

Cruz has always had exceptional movement, great footwork, head movement some of the best around. He makes a fantastic coach, has a lot to teach the youth and even the experienced.

@serialbets 2 жыл бұрын

Dom is legitimately the smartest fighter in the UFC. When he retires, I'd love to see him coaching.

@jjutt87 2 жыл бұрын

Dropping knowledge 💯 or as he's say he's "giving" us the knowledge 🙇🏽 a true sage and martial artist to the fullest extent. Bravo 👏🏽

@plutonium120 2 жыл бұрын

'if i say i'm better than you, what can i learn from you?' fuckin dom is next level.

@bronstet 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much to both Bernardo and Dominic for freely sharing these insights.

@paulkopy3766 2 жыл бұрын

2 Legends under The Roof!!!! Ya Dominick, Ya Bernardo, Ya VMMA!!!!!!!

@reddragon52894 2 жыл бұрын

Always love listening to Dom's analytical reads

@gtheory350 2 жыл бұрын

Proof that Bisping would've never stood a chance

@CellularPerformanceInstitute Жыл бұрын

Hands down the best in the game at breaking down fights. Love his videos A+

@clarkme8952 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for getting Dominick to show us some stuff!

@fancyAlex1993 Жыл бұрын

Cruz is such a good teacher.

@JoseCastillo-eh4hr 2 жыл бұрын

Bad ass dude. This is hundreds of hours of practice, if not thousands to get to his level of fighting. He also know the key to life: " what can I give." El que no vive para servir, no sirve para vivir. This is also hundreds of hours of fighting wisdom compressed into a 15 min clip. Baaaad ass.

@Abhi-ff2cr 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos!!! Thank you so much for bringing Cruz.

@pmjcdteam 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible work gentlemen. Usssss keep up the honest hustle my friend...

@korsoskubi8555 2 жыл бұрын

Bernardo please film colby covingtons mma wrestling. Many people will buy it.

@garretttringale436 2 жыл бұрын

Him and makachev, best grapplers in mma

@korsoskubi8555 2 жыл бұрын

@@garretttringale436 along with gsp and jon jones

@zleggitt1989 2 жыл бұрын

I've Been going on a rampage of nasty rants and comments on A LOT of ju jitsu pages about this specific video series of how to deal with bigger opponents and this is literally the only god dam video that shows a smaller guy executing proper techniques to deal with bigger guys. I swear EVERY GOD DAM VIDEO with this title has a guy like Bernardo(huge dude) demonstrate how to handle big guys on a 12 year old 90lb kid and it's so stupid. Thank you for doing a video That's actually showing the smaller guy demonstrating on a big guy

@carpejkdiem 2 жыл бұрын

Repent ! I understand your passion but don't let it lead you to blasphemy. Its not worth the prize you'll pay on judgement day.

@horsefucker1866 2 жыл бұрын

How do I defend myself against a large clydesdale trying to buck me with it's back legs? Huge size difference

@Spiritof_76 2 жыл бұрын

@@carpejkdiem Ever do any work on the sabbath day? Eat shellfish? Wear blended fabric? Wish you had something someone else had? Stolen anything in your life? (PS: there has never been reliable, valid evidence for any supernatural claim. Keep your proselytizing to yourself.)

@frozencloudzzful 2 жыл бұрын

Cruz was the guy to beat for a decade. You couldnt just be better at striking, you had to adapt to his style. Cardio machine aswell. The 135 pound division wouldnt be the same without him. Probably the most influential fighter of modern mma.

@Bushido2505 2 жыл бұрын

Thank sooo much for this 16 Min Master class. Real MA Masters. OOOOSSSS🥋🥊

@acetheassassin 2 жыл бұрын

I’m active duty military and a pro mma fighter I had a Benin tumor growing that was severing my tibia and fibula and during the surgery to remove it had complications where the doctor knicked my artery and had internal bleeding which led to me almost losing my leg and after that compartment syndrome, plantar fasciitis along with needing surgery on my other knee. They said I would never walk again I was losing both my careers and source of income along with a new baby girl on the way. I reached out to Dom on social media and he gave me amazing inspiration and advice fast forward 5 years in still competing signed to the XFC and commissioning as a officer. I still use the drills and advice he gave me to this day an always give credit when able to. He’s a pioneer and icon for many.

@joserizal1202 2 жыл бұрын

Very insightful. Thank you

@liggerstuxin1 2 жыл бұрын

When Dominic Cruz was younger it looks like he was on TRT (arguably no TRT because of such devastating injuries). Maybe he was just in great shape because he was younger with more T. Either way even back then he was leagues ahead of many fighters of today. Other than the calf kick “meta” he pretty well invented the best style.

@JRF1004 2 жыл бұрын

Lol what? Dom has always looked like a regular guy in shape, gtfo of here

@liggerstuxin1 2 жыл бұрын

@@JRF1004 check him out when he was fighting pre-USADA. Physically he was a specimen. I’m not taking anything away from him. They all were doing it. Mostly. You can just simply Google a picture from when he was champ and see a huge difference. It’s not age either. It’s right after USADA. I’m not saying he didn’t put in the work and I’m not saying he’s not a genius when it comes to his style. Just calling it like I see it. Look at him when he was fighting Uriah Faber and that generation. His body composition back then was not even close to the way it is now. Or anything after you USADA. Having said that he still is one of my favorite fighters.

@goku-pops7918 2 жыл бұрын

CRuz is an inspiration.also brave enough to go his own way

@badgoat666 2 жыл бұрын

Cruz is a beast. Really interesting to see his strategies explained by him. Uge honour for me to watch 😜👌

@johnv5211 2 жыл бұрын

Cruz is a legend as well as the Sun Tzu of trash talk. Always a joy to watch.

@RD-un5bh 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Thank you!

@Extravaganzoyeur 2 жыл бұрын

Such a cerebral fighter. Awesome instructional. 👍👍

@mentefit-robertoribeiro6146 2 жыл бұрын

Very smart ideas about fighting .... Awsome

@theboogeyman9813 2 жыл бұрын

Dom got so happy when he said he was the smartest fighter 😂

@lennybogart 2 жыл бұрын

This is an expansion of the D’Amato switch. Very nice to know, even as a 6ft 1 medium sized guy.

@danieldouglas4211 2 жыл бұрын

He’s a beast of knowledge

@shaibalc 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!

@loganmyall660 2 жыл бұрын

Hugh Joanna for me *Edit* essentially Dominick is doing the D'Amato shift in MMA. Beautiful, thank you coach

@salimalzir7806 2 жыл бұрын

very good thricks domineck Cruz.thank you.

@LeeMaverick 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video!!! Gonna try and implement a bit of this in Muay Thai. I don't do MMA

@eduardoreyes_nqn 2 жыл бұрын

excelente!!! gracias!

@Maria1914s 2 жыл бұрын

Superb fight IQ. Dominic is a beast.

@GuitarAndWhatevs 2 жыл бұрын

The most unique fighter in MMA love him

@StarCityAudits 2 жыл бұрын

Great video ! Thanks much !

@liggerstuxin1 2 жыл бұрын

Dominic Cruz is easily one of my favorite fighters. If not my number one favorite. Fight IQ is incredible and I’ve never seen anyone copy his foot work. The closest was TJ Dillashaw. Other than the freak fight he had against Cody Garbrandt he’s always made the his opponents frustrated with limited attack options. He once said he designed his fighting style around not taking damage. I don’t see any smarter strategy than that.

@Zupiter8 2 жыл бұрын

sweet vid bernardo. dom is hype

@acecaldwell4701 2 жыл бұрын

I loved the mustang civic explanation

@nicolaiby1846 2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome!

@mikejohnson7768 2 жыл бұрын

This man is Soo special!!

@Leopar525 11 ай бұрын

I wish Bernardo would let him elaborate longer without interrupting :( he was about to drop some gems of wisdom a couple of times

@westernpigeon 2 жыл бұрын

"...and then I'll eat 20 of your punches in order to tire you out"

@tech1238 2 жыл бұрын

this is gold

@ymir7447 2 жыл бұрын

Dominic seems like a stupendous coach.

@adognamedshinji 2 жыл бұрын

Dominick Cruz is the man!!

@oldeenglish64 2 жыл бұрын

Love the videos brotha.. just a helpful critique, maybe use small microphones on ur shirt.

@chrismiksworld 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing

@killroy2221 2 жыл бұрын

one of the best minds in the game...ever

@jordanmiller148 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant

@hamblins 2 жыл бұрын

I'm stuck on the sidelines, watching my friends train bjj and mma. Sucks, but I have Ryan Hall's DVD's, and this video. Lol! Thank you!

@toddschmidt7096 2 жыл бұрын

9:30 to 10:30 is what makes Dom a sage and a champion

@treva31 2 жыл бұрын

Such a smart and good guy

@nathanrangel4040 2 жыл бұрын

Dominic Cruz legend

@tiemanschnitzel7940 2 жыл бұрын

Nice angles. I learned.

@pussyhammer6969 2 жыл бұрын

What a fucking legend.

@ShinkaTV 2 жыл бұрын

Dominick seems like he would be an excellent sparring partner/coach that you could relax and play video games with during a rest period. I hope he gets interviewed on Impact Theory someday.