Dominick Cruz And The Death Of Team Alpha Male
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Dominick Cruz was the first Bantamweight Champion in the UFC, but that title would be taken from him after going through one of the darkest battles with injuries the sport of MMA has to offer.
But his story will not just be remebered for his unbelievable comeback but his brutual and heated rivalry with team alpha male founder Uriah Faber. Their story weaves in and out of the history of the Bantamweigh divsion and it's one of the greatest tales this sport has to offer.
It's been a long time, thank you guys so much for your patience - I'll be back later this month with another video!
Love Always,
- The Academic.
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@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
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@joshuachurchwell7323 Жыл бұрын
Great documentary man. A lot of new fans doesn't know how good Dom was and how important he was to the lighter weight classes. Pioneer of the 135lb division. Enjoyed watching this, thanks for making such a good detailed video of the Great Dominic "The Dominator" Cruz!!
@troysorensen1089 Жыл бұрын
Well written and well spoken breakdown of Dominick Cruz's career. You've earned a new follower in me. Great job.
@GalactusOG 9 ай бұрын
We didn't know what we had.
@json3122 7 ай бұрын
Man that was a gr8 video. Thanku.
@jaycruzsemple 4 ай бұрын
Open you actually read my comment I have been reaching out to creators and to Mixed Martial artists for a while to get my story out there I am a registered blind athlete I am a martial artist lost my eyesight in 2014 and after it I started to continue running and try and still doing martial arts when I can or when someone allows me to train my main aim is to get my eyesight fixed restored so I can see my little boy's face seems about it to me I want to get my story out there I want to raise the funds and get them fixed Fear by saying Dr Joe dispenser Dr Bruce Lipton or doing the oxygen therapy hyperbaric to potentially restore it to my little boy means the world to me and I want to see him I want to get back into training teaching and competing again get my story out there about me missing my opportunity to compete at the Olympics twice for no fault of my own and to hopefully motivate inspire people and entertain people using my KZfaq videos thank you if you can help get me out there
@Idranim Жыл бұрын
Dom is one of the greats for how he went through so many injuries that many believe to be career ending but came back to cement himself as the champ and his talks about depression and losing touch with himself are something I alway go back and listen too because of how inspiring and truthful he is
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
His whole story is truly inspiring and it was an honor to be able to tell his story! Thanks for watching my friend
@SnailHatan Жыл бұрын
And for doing it all without blasting like so many other athletes.
@dubzy8334 Жыл бұрын
You hit the nail right on the head. He's a very smart articulate inspiring man
@RIVALContentJammerz Жыл бұрын
They're called commas, look into them.
@Vicknasty89 Жыл бұрын
@@MixedMartialAcademic you very well done video bro!
@XxXFlyingArmBarXxX Жыл бұрын
How easily people can forget. Dom had one of the highest fighting IQ's, amazing trash talk, Strong mind. Thank you for reminding us about Doms greatness. What a road he had to walk Edit- what a fall from grace Cody had. It's crazy how far he's fallen
@balmorrablue3130 Жыл бұрын
He just won a fight he’s doing okayish
@jacksondrew960 Жыл бұрын
I don’t think he’s fallen that far considering how late in his career he is. He’s a well ranked bantamweight still and was dominating chito until the ko
@XxXFlyingArmBarXxX Жыл бұрын
@@jacksondrew960 I'm taking about what a fall off Cody has had.
@jacksondrew960 Жыл бұрын
@@XxXFlyingArmBarXxX oh right I see
@loriminkus488 Жыл бұрын
I loved watching Cruz do commentary. His fight IQ was off the charts, his insight and clear non ego-centric approach to fighting in later years is rare and brilliant. I want more champions like this. Real people who trancend the cards delt to them and write history.
@Dezemi Жыл бұрын
The thing that almost broke Dom was not the punches, the kicks or anything he felt inside the octagon, it was not being able to compete. Let that sink in, real champion mentality. What a warrior
@Hammerback972 Жыл бұрын
I thought it was because hes a dick. But, in this comment section, if you have a differing opinion, you dont get acknowledged
@loriminkus488 Жыл бұрын
If you dedicate your entire being to any sport, I mean live for it; multiple trips to the ER on a stretcher in an ambulance, multiple surgeries, pain, living with pain and understanding you are shortening your life and later life will likely be spent in a wheelchair with CTE but still throwing your whole being into it, not if but when it gets stripped away you are lost. Utterly lost.
@theyankeesamurai23 Жыл бұрын
Man when Cruz was talking about letting go and accepting the fact that he might have to leave something that he loves so much and built his life around really struck a chord with me.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Its a really inspiring story man!
@neighbourmusic 22 күн бұрын
@@MixedMartialAcademic A lot of musicians and artists / performers as well as athletes went through the same thing thru covid. Been so trippy realizing i let go of my old identity and how similar it feels now having let go and going back to the dream and having such clarity of purpose. My heart goes out to anyone struggling still - get back on the horse and know you're doing it for the love and personal development and it's all gonna make sense again.
@wolfprime Жыл бұрын
Dom gifting the poster to Faber was all class. Dom could come across as insulting and arrogant, but also very calculated and cerebral. The story of his rise and fall(s) is both tragic and inspirational. I love long form documentaries and this is one of the best I’ve seen.
@QenaitheCustodianGuard 8 ай бұрын
It was classy as fuck and it was funny how sceptical Faber was at first he though Cruz was fucking with him one last time.
@SpaghettiYOLOKing 6 ай бұрын
Total class. Faber definitely appreciated it after realizing it was a genuine olive branch too.
@firstbradley3281 Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate Dom for sharing his faith and struggles and how the mind can be so powerful over the body and vice versa.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
It’s truly inspirational!
@taugrim Жыл бұрын
💯 I become a big MMA fan not only because of Fedor, but especially because of the WEC. I was a huge Faber fan and disliked Cruz. But I watched Cruz evolve into a unique fighter who blended great takedowns with high movement and fluid striking. He had a long title reign and then came back to reclaim the belt, beating Dillashaw in an epic 5 rounder. I grew to respect and appreciate Cruz. He was a bit of a punk when he was younger, but he's also so honest and real. A champ inside and outside the cage.
@kickboxer2149 Жыл бұрын
super sad how forgotten barrao is
@taugrim Жыл бұрын
@@kickboxer2149 Barao was a world-beater, until he got beaten badly by Dillashaw twice. Then he fell off a cliff. Before that he looked invincible.
@joshuachurchwell7323 Жыл бұрын
@@taugrim I was the same as what you said. I liked Faber and disliked Cruz, thought he was a punk and smart-ass. But after he defended the belt a few times and grew as a person a little I started to like him. Now I see how incredible his mma mind is I like him even more. He is a great analyst and I enjoy hearing him do live events now. He is very knowledgeable of everything mma. The Dominator!!
@ladscrimpton8590 Жыл бұрын
That smile at 32:53.... That's a dude who was born for this sport. After all the injuries, after all the depression, after all the struggles and adversity... he was just happy to be back. Dom is a champion in every sense of the word. Not just in the octagon, but just in life. He battled through the hard times, and got back to the top where he belongs.
@ghhhp Жыл бұрын
one of my ex gf’s old friends who does porn and onlyfans now used to always go over to dom’s house in sd when she lived there she said they always doing orgies over there she didn’t say if she fucked him or just everyone else that was there but i’m sure she did she said he pays a lot for pussy and talks about himself idk which is sadder honestly lol i hate to see my mans pay for some pussy 😢 that’s prolly why he was so depressed lol
@upsidedahead Жыл бұрын
That brought tears to my eyes 🥲
@lawrenceprice3090 Жыл бұрын
Dominick Cruz is one of the greatest. To be sidelined for 3 years in his prime and to still come back and win the title is legendary. Greatness is more than just records and title defences, its about mindset and facing whatever adversity life throws at you, be it in or out of the ring.
@realestedm1636 Ай бұрын
cody no love garbrandt the best
@vincent2053 Ай бұрын
@@realestedm1636Yikes. He fell off bad lol
@janmichaelvincent2157 Жыл бұрын
Crazy how close Cruz was to being a solidified GOAT like GSP & Silva, just like they still be in the conversation today. Very few people have him in their top 5
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
He is the GOAT of the bantamweights for sure
@Suplex479 Жыл бұрын
Skill for skill in his prime he is no 1 of all time.
@CarlosGarcia-nt4wf Жыл бұрын
@@Suplex479 ehhhhhhhh
@etlonjonh Жыл бұрын
@@Suplex479 idk about number 1, but he's definitely in the discussion
@Suplex479 Жыл бұрын
@@etlonjonh not legacy but skill I have 1.Cruz 2.DJ 3.Volk 4.GSP
@yohankim5577 Жыл бұрын
His episode on Joe Rogan saved my life. I've listened to it about a dozen times. I was battling from chronic back pain for nearly 5 years and like him my recovery was full of ups and downs. I wasn't able to box competitively for years. But since 1st Jan of 2022, I took up the sport again. I'm stronger and better than ever. He's right about all of our demons surfacing when we have no outlet like martial arts. It was so painful to deal with them head on and there was nothing I could do but face them. I'm better now for it. It's as if life needed me to take a break to adress a lot of my emotional baggage. Anyways, thanks for this beautiful documentary.
@anon2427 10 ай бұрын
I have a lot of respect for you, there’s nothing quite like boxing. God bless you and never step fighting🥊
@oomar4597 5 ай бұрын
what a goat 💪
@rally_chronicles Ай бұрын
How are you doing now?
@slimmyhendrix94 Ай бұрын
Shutup 🧀 ball
@yohankim5577 Ай бұрын
@@rally_chronicles I had 4 fights in the last year. Won 2. Lost 2. One of which was against the Canadian National Champion. It was one hell of an experience. My back pain is very managable. Life is good. It's like what Dom said, letting go was what really helped him get through his toughest days. I have some fights coming up in the summer and I'm really looking forward to kicking some ass.
@phosphenexx3288 Жыл бұрын
Faber is such a hilarious person when he’s being dead serious. It’s hard to believe he isn’t just a character and he’s fr like that in real life.
@jayfiggs4656 Жыл бұрын
I appreciate this one Dominick Cruz doesn't get too much recognition that he deserves although he wouldn't really care if he did or didn't. The fact that people like you are doing so is very much appreciated from a MMA fan like me.
@GalactusOG Жыл бұрын
That episode of JRE was exactly what i needed at that time. Cruz is a true inspiration and a very special human being across the board.
@TheZgriffin Жыл бұрын
With all of the obscurity in mma you're able to really jam a ton of great detailed content in these documentaries. Much respect for all the effort in a niche sport we are all hooked in.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Thank you BamBam means a lot my friend!
@ewally24 Жыл бұрын
Holy $hit the level of production is unparallel, you have truly outdone yourself with this UFC documentary, thank you so much for inspiring us with this amazing content. To watch this simply for free is a priviledge, thank you.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you! I am blessed to be able to make these man, always more to come and always free!
@GeekExtremist Жыл бұрын
Just finished watching it in full, and it's just another awesome video, man! It's criminal how you're not in the hundreds of thousand subscribers yet. You and Patrick Gavia are the two greatest MMA (if not sports in general) documentarians doing it right now. The UFC should be banging on your doors, wanting you two to make docs for their streaming service. I look forward to the day where you're in the millions of subs and getting the recognition you deserve. Keep up the awesome work, and thank you for giving us these documentaries to enjoy!
@CumcastCable Жыл бұрын
Well said brother. Him and Patrick Gavia, both are absolutely talented. Amazing documentaries by both of them.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
It's always an honour to put in the same breathe as talented creators as Patrick. I am only just over a year into editing and writting stuff so a long road to go of learning the craft. The GOAL one day is to get my place in the credits of an "actual" documentary. But at the same time, why do that when I have this wonderful platform now! Thanks you so much for your kind words though my friend it means a lot
@idkme9592 Жыл бұрын
@@MixedMartialAcademic Mixed martial Academic > Modern day documentaries !!
@franlovelsimic8421 Жыл бұрын
I would also add Napoleon Blownapart and MMAI to that group!
@Gixsir Жыл бұрын
Joseph Vincent and the modern martial artist are also amazing
@IbrahemAlbanawi Жыл бұрын
Dominick story really shows that being obsessed sometimes can harm someone and letting go and accepting that you can't change what happened can make you better and healthier and it's something that I have experienced but not as bad as he did nowhere close but it does give you comfort and tranquility and as a religious person the reason you go through hard times it's because God wants to test you and have you learn and be better and stronger and you can go through these difficult times because in life you have to be strong to survive Also amazing video love your editing and amazing storytelling you've earned a new fan
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
thanks so much for your comment its a great insight! Appreciate your kind words as well!
@Masternaldo Жыл бұрын
Accepting your fate, letting go and ultimately submit yourself to a Higher Power all these are just inner Jihad
@F76CC Жыл бұрын
Leading up to the JBJ vs Gane fight everyone kept referencing GSPs return to beat Bisping but nobody mentioned Cruz’ return to beat TJ which was way more impressive to me personally. Even without the jump to another weightclass.
@SpoiledMeats Жыл бұрын
Dude, you might be the best MMA youtuber on the site, flat out. Idk how you only have 74k subs, you’re a gem I hope you get the deserved success this is great work
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that! You know what I have currectly is a true blessing man, making content thats super long and in depth and me just talking into a mic isn't for everyone and i get that! Your guys support is more than I'll ever need!
@SpoiledMeats Жыл бұрын
@@MixedMartialAcademic don’t sell yourself short, your not just talking into a mic, you’re telling stories, and doing it beautifully. Enjoy the peace of a small audience while you can bc w this quality it won’t stay that way too long.
@derekgray644 Жыл бұрын
When Dom came back and won that fight with TJ, I actually did stand there and cheer with a wee tear in my eye. It was remarkable to see as a fan of the man for so long, and seeing him get back to the top after all those injuries/issues/challenges. True champion. Great video again. You, too, sir, are a champion.👍
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Such a beautful fight man, I love rewatching it. Thank you for your kind words!
@Anonymous38572 Жыл бұрын
Then he got washed by Cody Mr. Swing for the fences and hope to land
@5CRALREADY Жыл бұрын
@@Anonymous38572 And Now Cody is irrelevant ....
@Anonymous38572 Жыл бұрын
@@5CRALREADY exactly my point lol got clowned by an irrelevant.
@5CRALREADY Жыл бұрын
@@Anonymous38572 Dominick cruz is a bantamweight GOAT....24-4 Multiple time UFC CHAMP ....who gives a fuck about a single fight ...Cody lost 5 fight from Corona haha...
@lavenderpants8695 Жыл бұрын
A new MMAcademic video always gets me excited!!! The quality of these videos is always incredible. It's honestly amazing we get to watch this for free.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Glad you like them my friend, always more to come and always free!
@henneburymarc Жыл бұрын
His movement was special, changed the sport
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
truly, a special athlete in the sport!
@lukehodson9625 7 ай бұрын
I started training when I was 22 and I fell head over heels in love. Training, running, lifting weights consumed my life. 5 months ago I slipped a disc in my back and was unable to walk for the next 2 weeks and have been in constant pain ever since. Hearing Dom speak on JRE was like hearing someone else voice out my thoughts. I was not expecting that from this video. I feel hopeful again
@WeedSmoker69 Жыл бұрын
A GOAT once said, "Once you have it all and you have it taken from you, and you journey back, that's the journey that makes you a champion"
@louisekenway3455 8 ай бұрын
Which GOAT said that?
@WeedSmoker69 8 ай бұрын
@@louisekenway3455 mang0
@The_Reality_Filter Жыл бұрын
He was so far ahead that he had to fall so far behind...
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
I love that!
@The_Reality_Filter Жыл бұрын
@@MixedMartialAcademic and I love you man but not in a Brokeback way, can't wait for your next deep dive. I doubt you'd do boxers but if you did: Usyk, Usyk and Usyk would be a great choice imo.
@DTS_I 2 ай бұрын
And STILL became a 2x champ
@kyliesmith7903 Жыл бұрын
Another amazing video. Whenever Ariel had Dominick on the phone listening to the absolute heartbreak and sadness in his voice had me tearing up. It's extremely inspiring listening to Dom on Joe Rogans podcast all those horrible injuries over and over again. Dom obviously his employment is a UFC professional fighter and that's how he make money so it severally messed with him. Then him not knowing who he truly was without fighting suffering from depression and seeking therapy to help him with it. We all know for a fact some people that suffer from depression end up unfortunately ending their own life's. Dom coming back after not only healing from several injuries but years being out of the cage to him fighting like he hadn't been through anything nor ring rust. You did a really great job putting this all together!! Thank you!! I really appreciate all the hard work you put into your content it means a LOT!!
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your insight kylie! and I really appreicate your kind words!
@kyliesmith7903 Жыл бұрын
@@MixedMartialAcademic No problem! Just being honest. Your content is literally one of the best on this subject!!
@Last_Chance. Жыл бұрын
Dom was ahead of his time in the beginning but the sport eventually evolved above his ceiling
@walkie1985 Жыл бұрын
This video hit incredibly hard. Tears, joy, elation and respect. Not often do I watch a video on KZfaq that stokes such emotions, but never has an MMA video done that. Incredible work. You showcase the beauty in our brutal sport.
@pauls8304 Жыл бұрын
Very in-depth documentary you and few others are killing it lately
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Thank you Paul! All of us MMA content creators are having a great year I think, I wish them all the best of fortune with their next videos! thanks for watching!
@randyrawdingii5135 Жыл бұрын
Urijah was my first favorite MMA fighter. I remember thinking he couldn't lose LOL. Thinking Cruz had a wild style. Good times. Love that Dom has transitioned so well.
@brrruhdon__718 Жыл бұрын
you and patrick gavia are each one of the best ufc/mma content creators out there who educate casuals like me on the sport and gain more knowledge and interest in it. thanks!
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Patrick does incredible work, honoured to be considered in the same catagory!
@Gixsir Жыл бұрын
1000% agree also check out modern martial artist channel it’s more educational than this but very interesting too
@JulyDaGuy 9 ай бұрын
Bro i needed to watch this. Ive been dealing with a slump for leaving my tkd studio when i used to be one of their very best instructors and practicioners. When things started getting better for me covid hit and my studio closed and ive been depressed since cuz thats what i really wanted to do. Now im cleaning teeth as a dental assistant. Im no good at fixing teeth, im good at breaking them. This video has reminded that perseverance and indominable spirit does more for you than mulling over your issues. I got the balls to call my tkd master and now im possibly being considered to be the master of my own studio within a few months. I needed this. Im not letting this go.
@StreetLotto Жыл бұрын
This video was honestly amazing start to finish. I always loved Dom but didn’t know about him until the end of his career. To learn about his journey was so inspirational and incredible. This is motivation to anyone who has or is currently going through any type of struggle in their lives.
@randumbgaymurr284 Жыл бұрын
You deserve more subscribers, you are underated. I love these MMA documentaries. A lot of people don't appreciate it MMA as a mainstream sport such as boxing and other sports. Your bringing the sport to more eyes, keep up the good work
@mattblackwell789 Жыл бұрын
You just did something I didn't think was possible liking Dom...his story is so inspirational..I'm so hyped now going to my crappy 9-5 job
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Never understood why he rubs people the wrong way but then again like yourself I guess a lot of people dont know what he is like when he isnt shredding people with his trash talk aha
@descendent88 Жыл бұрын
These videos you’re making are amazing bro. It’s obvious you put a lot of time and effort into each one of these, and as a fan of this sport, I greatly appreciate it. 🙏🏻
@anthonybly Жыл бұрын
Great job on this documentary. It really made me see things differently about Dom and just how impactful and strong of a person/fighter he really is. Documentaries like this really highlight the toughness, not just physical but mental, these fighters have to have in order to compete at the highest level. Respect
@meanmrbean8641 Жыл бұрын
14:18 Chris Leben laughing while Urijah talks about what a bad dude he is - gold. This whole doco is a beautiful portrait of an all-time great. Thankyou sir.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Yeah Chris's reaction is so funny aha
@krisf4969 Жыл бұрын
You're the man for this one, Dom is so inspiring and a real role model. Dealing with serious injury as a young man can be truly defeating, and I hope this video will motivate many people to never give up on themselves.
@vigilantvoice9778 Жыл бұрын
Such a great video! I can recall watching Dom and many other greats fighting years ago in the WEC before I even knew what the UFC was. Dom has come through so much adversity, and beaten it every time. A true testament to his character. We can’t stop aging, and it’s hard to see and appreciate as we all get older, and eventually fade to a memory. Having said that, it would be cool to see Dom avenge his losses if he could before he exits the octagon for the last time.
@brandonmiles8174 Жыл бұрын
You should be getting way more recognition for your work. It is the best in the biz. Thank you for your dedication and hard work putting this content out, I can't wait until you have a million subs, you deserve every bit of it.
@mnaps2385 Жыл бұрын
Dude, I'm obsessed with MMA, and your videos are insane- I never take time to comment, but you deserve 👏 kudos! Great production and insight throughout.
@PeteRockChronicles Жыл бұрын
Dom met him and was like "Oh, yeah? Fuck you."
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
ahaha pretty much
@jonathanzuniga3681 Жыл бұрын
The way you closed out this, was beautifully poetic. An audible oof escaped me when you said “honest.”
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Jonathan that means a lot!
@andreww8941 Жыл бұрын
Great documentary!!!!!! Absolutely love the channel and all of your doc/pieces you have put together regarding mma. The narration and production is done extremely well and super informative!!! Keep up the great work and looking forward to the future content!!! Much appreciated sir.
@sburrafloreale3908 Жыл бұрын
men i am new guy to ufc i've bought the game for fun 2 years ago and it amazed me very much so i decided to follow it like a diehard fan and finding your channel was a gift from god, exceptional editing and levels of production above everything i've seen on youtube on MMA. Thank you for your devotio. and interest to the sport that we all love
@matthewobrien7676 Жыл бұрын
I've got a limited network but I've used it to sing your praises. As a long time viewer of MMA and general obsessive of the sport it's difficult to change my opinion on things. I still think Pride was the pinacle of MMA and Palhares should be banned from MMA. One opinion, long held, was my disdain for Jon Jones. Your series actually changed my opinion it. I can't wait to see this one on Dom and I hope you the best in your future creations.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that a lot my friend! It's always my pain goal to be as empathetic as possible to these athletes so to hear that from yourself is really nice! Can't wait to share this one honestly a lot of hard work went into it! Plenty more content to come over the next few months got some big projects planned.
@Natediaaz209 Жыл бұрын
Palhares wouldn't let go even after the ref said stop. Guy was a lunatic with a loose screw. I freaking love dom cruz, he's so well spoken, intelligent, bantamweights greatest fighter coz he beat all the best at bantamweight
@ismashurmom1123 Жыл бұрын
@@MixedMartialAcademic you seem like a great creator and a great dude I admire your work ethic and love your videos bro keep pushing bro
@medoo7825 Жыл бұрын
I have been waiting for this! Thank you man, you are making MMA better with these videos.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Appreciate you medoo! Super excited for you to see this one!
@medoo7825 Жыл бұрын
@@MixedMartialAcademic This was one of the best you made, this feels like an absloute movie, especailly the ending, telling about how all of the top old guys ended, finishing this unbelieveable trilogy of videos, a lot of learning material for someone like me, new lessons and also reminders of lessons i already learnt, i can't express how much i appreciate your work and quality of the videos, truly pieces of art! Also it's getting closer, the beginning of my journey, everyday it is closer, and I'm trying my best to be ready for that when school ends i could start my life.
@LennartPaulsen Жыл бұрын
its the first film i watched from you and i am grateful for all the work you put into this. this is a stunning doc! thanks alot!
@rachellaugherty4057 6 ай бұрын
This is one of the best documentaries I have seen in a long time thank you
@ericwhite9592 Жыл бұрын
Dom was and will always be my favorite fighter his slick trash talk, his movement, his striking and wrestling I was always amazed. The fact that he blow both knees out and had his pillow hands broken sidelined for about 3 years comes back and win his belt back is truly amazing. When he retires I’ll always put him up there in the goat decision and he’s be best bantamweight of all time.
@thesneakyslothh5550 Жыл бұрын
Great video mate, you really do the fighters justice whenever you make your documentaries!
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Thank you mate, and thanks so much for your continued support watching these!
@rocotaco5517 Жыл бұрын
I always enjoy these docs cause I get to learn more about the history of mma and each fighters stories as well.
@Senorgusanos 9 ай бұрын
This was easily one of the best documentaries I’ve ever seen. Incredibly well done.
@gawaniwhitecrow2731 Жыл бұрын
Dom was and is a legend, he hopefully will have a glorious media career
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
I love him in the commentary booth
@tacefairy Жыл бұрын
He needs to get into ASMR or narrate a book. I love his voice tbh 😳
@LeoScott Жыл бұрын
@@tacefairy "Dominick Cruz reads Dr. Seuss" is something I would totally be down for
@Recise Жыл бұрын
This is an awesome video, man. I can see the hard work you put into it and appreciate you creating content. Something great about Dom was that he is such a unique fighter and I still haven't seen anyone fight like him, with that wide, looping-punch stance. I saw a random comment before the Chito fight where they said he was undefeated in non-title bouts, and I think that says a lot to how consistently skillful he was. Again, great video and the editing is done so well! I especially liked those shots where you would obscure the background and slowly zoom into the foreground of the fighters during their fights. Congrats on your consistency with exercise and I hope that goes well for you!
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Thank so much for your comment it all means a lot! Dom will always be a legend crazy that he is still fighting at this point. again thanks for your kind words means a lot
@lazyyoshi3600 7 ай бұрын
Im just getting into mma but channels like this help alot
@waffleflakesbruh 11 ай бұрын
This was such a well put together documentary,hearing you say you pursued it more due to your own injurys is dope glad you found something you're amazing at keep these coming I'm binging ur whole channel
@septango4280 Жыл бұрын
Out of anybody I’m so excited for this post in particular. Can’t wait to see your insight on one the incredible minds of mma
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
He is honestly one of my all time favourites and learning his story in more detail really made me a bigger fan which I didn't know was possible. I can't wait to share what I have learnt!
@MasterBobert Жыл бұрын
Truly becoming a Master of your craft, good sir. Amazing style, Amazing content, True dedication to what you do. Can't wait for the next one.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much robert! Slowly getting there with everything, I only hope to get better at telling these stories! Thanks so much for your kind words
@MrTimesoy 3 ай бұрын
Really great video, one of the best MMA documentaries I’ve seen.
@RaiinoX Жыл бұрын
One of the best MMA Documentary’s I’ve ever seen. So thank you and keep up the great work. Much love from Germany.
@Twisited Жыл бұрын
i dont comment on alot of videos but i watch alot of them. this was genuinely one of the best put together documentaries of a fighter i've watched outside of a professional cut documentary. well done and thank you
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Wow high praise thank you so much my friend that means a lot!
@rafaeltorre1643 Жыл бұрын
It was long but I was happy it was!
@RIVALContentJammerz Жыл бұрын
I don't comment on many videos, either. I like mittens !
@awiseman93 Жыл бұрын
Genuinely love the effort you and your team put behind these. Love this stuff man cannot wait for another one of your videos
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Appreciate you man, I'm trying my best to get more content out as soon as!
@awiseman93 Жыл бұрын
@@MixedMartialAcademic we'll be here waiting patiently! Could you give us a hint as to what you've got planned next? 👀👀👀
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
@@awiseman93 A couple things actually, I got a couple "Different" genre videos before the next documentary just to give me a little break and some time to write. But that Doc will more than likley will be a certain rivalry involving a Street Fighter with cuban roots and a fighter trying to make america great again
@marcoebli8100 Жыл бұрын
GOLD video! in a time where i question if it was even the right descision for me to start combat sports, i think about the story of Dominick cruz sometimes and get depressed, but this video gave me a different perspective to his legacy and also my situtation. Powerful stuff. Keep up the good work 💪❤
@Authentically-Andrew 5 ай бұрын
This was a GREAT video! Thank you for putting in the work on this!
@GalactusOG Жыл бұрын
Thanks again Academics!
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Any time! see you in the next one my friend!
@CYMotorsport Жыл бұрын
2023 is yours partner. Keep it up. This was great. I don’t even like Dom & I accidentally extended my lunch break to an hour to finish this haha
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much mate! Both are channels are in for a good year brother!
@lefty1517 Жыл бұрын
Been watching you since the start and man, it's incredible how much more fantastic your videos have gotten. You continue to top your last video, every time. Keep it up bro. You're the best MMA creator by a long shot.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Man thanks so much for sticking with me, means a lot that you are an OG of the channel. I look forward to making more content deffinatley not running out of ideas! Thanks again mate people like you have made a dream come true for me.
@matthewbright773 Жыл бұрын
You make the best most in-depth documentaries on mma on KZfaq I've watched all your content excellent work
@alanhern17 Жыл бұрын
You’re such a top notch creator. Can’t wait for the next one.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
thanks so much Alan thant means a lot, more to come!
@GalactusOG Жыл бұрын
Pre Zuffa WEC was awesome too. Olaf, Razor Rob, Nate Diaz, Fn Gabe Ruddiger? And a bunch of legit MMA pioneers.
@jessehunt6537 Жыл бұрын
Dude!!?? Your Kicking ass on these documentaries man. Very much appreciated! God bless
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Jesse!
@SaintR-G Жыл бұрын
Top five mma channels really love your work.
@bertmclin Жыл бұрын
“Only after letting go, and surrendering himself to fate. Only then the world started coming back together.” 🧘♀️🌎
@Grev333 Жыл бұрын
Great doc. Wishing you deserved success.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend!
@originality9273 Жыл бұрын
This was excellently put together and edited. Thank you so much
@TeoGrehan 9 ай бұрын
God dammm the writing for this video is GOAT Status. I don't know how you do it, you introspectively put everything into exactly the right perspective using the words of a poet. The ending almost had me in tears. I don't know how you do it. I wouldn't even be able to imagine where to start but somehow you put it in a way that's just spot on perfect. Keep up the legendary work!
@bennygerow Жыл бұрын
I didn't really know much about Cruz. I don't follow fighters' lives much outside the ring. But this was exactly what I needed to see today.
@Slickgary007 Жыл бұрын
I’m never going to forgive the ufc for not giving us Aldo vs Cruz that fight just made so much sense yet they go and ruin it for both guys leading to Aldo’s retirement
@jonathanrandall4140 Жыл бұрын
As much as I like and respect both fighters, I think Aldo would have destroyed Dom. Faster, way more finishing power, and some of the best takedown defense in all MMA. And Aldo would have demolished Dom's legs like he did to Uriah. Only thing Dom had on him was a better gas tank.
@Slickgary007 Жыл бұрын
@@jonathanrandall4140 when was the last time aldo threw a leg kick? Dom was still very hard to hit and was winning the majority of the fight against chito don’t act like Aldo would walk right through him and yea he has good takedown defense yet merab help him against the fence most of the fight
@jonathanrandall4140 Жыл бұрын
@@Slickgary007 Dom WAS very hard to hit. Got hit a lot vs TJ, Cody, Chito. Are you saying Aldo doesn't have some of the fastest and hardest leg kicks in the game? Dom is a great wrestler, but he ain't no Merab. Also, Aldo is a bigger man, with way more power than (all due respect) The Decisionator pillow hands. IMO
@redrain860 Жыл бұрын
Of all the mma fighters who deserve a biopic, Cruz ranks up there with GSP, Jones and Silva. What he accomplished despite the crazy hand he was dealt is almost fairy-tale and grossly undeappreciated. The fact he invented his own style that is still effective to this day despite literally selling courses of it online is also ridiculous. I know this sport is unforgiving, but that performance vs Vera gives me hope Cruz is able to end his career in the most historic way possible, by becoming the oldest and only 3x UFC Bantamweight champion.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
I think he is gunna get back some great wins!
@ams2932 Жыл бұрын
This was brilliantly made & edited. Dom is such a cool & intelligent human being & fighter....👊🏽👊🏽👊🏽
@Vospi 26 күн бұрын
Lovely video. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
@alansteel Жыл бұрын
Team Alpha Male used everything they had to defeat one guy. Ultimately, they finally beat him, but in doing so, they self destructed.
@mirelnocic4013 Жыл бұрын
The most unique fighting style ever 100%
@samuelrussell7003 Жыл бұрын
Cruz vs Faber is one of the most underrated rivalries of all time well Dom vs team alpha male seeing as he ran through the whole team 😂 Dom was so unlucky with injuries had it not been for him getting so injured he would be in the GOAT conversation for sure and it was honestly sad watching his last fight he was nowhere near the level he used to be and really shouldn't have been in the cage hopefully he will retire and carry on with analyst/commentary because he's also really good at that him and Bisping together are brilliant
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
His last knock out was horrible to watch man, but his career as a whole will always be so inspiring!
@samuelrussell7003 Жыл бұрын
@@MixedMartialAcademic It's always horrible to see a legend go out that way that's the one thing that sucks about the sport the majority of the older guys aren't treated with the respect they deserve they're just fed to younger hungrier guys and end up getting battered and leave the sport in the worst way possible
@hillweggs641 Жыл бұрын
Ever heard of punctuation?
@callous01 Жыл бұрын
Man, what a fascinating and well put together documentary! Thank you so much for sharing.
@jessebell1930 Жыл бұрын
Yet again mate another fantastic documentary. I can't believe I only discovered your channel today. For what it's worth you have a big fan Down Under. Great work👊
@alcidesbeyond Жыл бұрын
1:04:37 "and the man who knocked the EPO out of TJ" lmao
@josechamu240 Жыл бұрын
I was laughing so hard
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Headshot. Dead. - Leon Edwards
@SnailHatan Жыл бұрын
Kickass doco. I never knew Cruz’s full story as I only recently became a bigger fan of UFC. It’s inspiring as hell that through so many setbacks he still kept coming back over and over getting better every time. Side note, do you have a tracklist? Preferably with timestamps. There were one or two by the halfway point and one around 49:00 that really built up the climaxes well but I couldn’t get Shazam to find em.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
a lot of people have asked Im probably gunna get a soundtrack up in a couple days, as for that song I am not at my editing PC right now, if you remeber comment tomorrow and I'll get back to your for sure
@SnailHatan Жыл бұрын
@@MixedMartialAcademic No rush
@jacobpenkava2980 Жыл бұрын
Great presentation 👏. I appreciate the hard work that went into this for our enjoyment... thanks
@gordonferrar7782 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely brilliant work. In-depth, raw and honest. Beautifully put together. Poetry!
@topflightcards94 10 ай бұрын
Dom is one of my favorite athletes of all time and one that I have always looked up to and been inspired by. His post-fight press conference after his fight with Cody where he says "Loss is a part of life" and "I was there. That was 100% me." The way he owns his L's and moves on and still maintains his greatness as both a man and a fighter, that "Let's get back to work" mentality will always be something I strive for no matter what I do in life. Thank you Dom for everything you've done and continue to do for the sport and also for the role model that you have been for so many people out there who struggle with their demons, their mental health, their obstacles in life, and I pray that they can all overcome whatever it is they're going through just as you have. "Discipline = Freedom."
@septango4280 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely love Cruz!!!
@lazzania5859 Жыл бұрын
This channel has got to be one of my favorite breakdowns of ufc fighters and their history crazy how good of production it is
@derpjenkins1001 10 ай бұрын
Beautifully told and crafted. You sir, did an amazing service in telling this story. He dominated opponents and his set backs like a true champion like he always was.
@Frostykid94 Жыл бұрын
Dominic is the GOAT in Bantamweight, he beat TJ on juice.
@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын
Truly a fantastic Fighter!
@johannesheinrich9240 11 ай бұрын
Doms history of injuries is insane. I remember watching the JR podcast with him and all the body probems he had... I was just sitting there and thinking wtf over and over again. Injury free Cruz would have been THE mythical fighter of the century
@sad_vegan507 Жыл бұрын
Amazing documentary, well thought out very well put together this is the side of KZfaq I love , the documentary side. You told a story we wanted to hear thank you❤
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