This is what GSP was talking about, a true martial artist: humble, respectful, deadly.

One of the rare fighters that got their face and ears well preserved.

He is like an hero from 90s karate flick, like a prefectly good boy that punishes some bad guys, gaining power from his good character. The fact that he is real is awsome.

This is someone my kids can look up to! Rare breed

such a class act...

Wonderboy is my favorite fighter

What a great interview. Stephen is a true champion, humble, respectful and hardworking.

One of the most deserving guys in the entire game. Good luck.

When he fought Tyron Woodley, he actually helped him up between rounds after getting beat pretty bad, is the time he solidified his true class and respect for his opponents no matter who it is. For that, hes a champion for life that doesnt need a shiny belt to be so..

Future Champ. Period.

nicest fighter ever

He's going to be one of the most well respected champions in MMA history. Right up there with GSP. Such a classy and likable guy.

Doesn't remember anything, but remembers everything.

How can you NOT love this guy? He is a great fighter, and a great person.

It's so nice to also have a guy as classy and humble as him between all the trashtalkers

How good is this bloke to listen to...what a fuckin' dude.

In this age of trash talking, superficial, materialistic brats its so refreshing to see a true modern day samurai: respectful, humble and skilled! Win or lose he has class and my respect.

Matt Brown said after their fight he was out twice on the feet, great fight

Stephen said exactly what I thought about his fight with Hendricks... when I watched the fight, I was like why did Hendricks go down? I guess everyone has an expiry date and Hendricks' time was up...he just didn't want to be there.

this guy is my favorite mma fighter.. Hes an all around good dude too. I'd be honored to hav my kids taught by Wonder Boy Thompson.. You can be certain his father his stand up guy too and a great fighter himself. Great fighter, also very respectful and respected human being.. #AND NEW!!!

There's a lot of things I like about Thompson. His skillset and his attitude show his professionalism in and out of the cage. I think even though he's still improving his ground game and wrestling, he is a vary diverse fighter. Not just a one trick pony. On top of that, this guy is fully dedicated to this life, 100%. He doesn't have kids to worry about, wife, partying, etc. That to me gives him an edge over many other top fighters that have other things to hinder them in training and come fight night. The next WW champion.

Im kinda glad Rory is at bellator, its so hard to be a fan of Rory, Lawler, Wonderboy and Cerrone when they are all fighting each other for number 1

Belt or no belt, Wonderboy is legit one of the best welterweight fighters of all time. Hope he can find a path to the belt. He deserves the recognition and money. True prize fighter. The real WW champ

A very truthful interview...admitting to being nervous and questioning himself and why he does this crazy sport. You have to be confident to say these things.....and it shows in his fights.....he's a talented confident fighter. Got to like him!

he's a great fighter. I am a black belt in karate, and had a very successful amateur boxing career so I love to appreciate other fighters' skills. im only going at jujitsu the last 2 years but I love that too. wonderboys technical ability and skills are almost flawless. I would love to have a training session with him, or his father / team.

I knew I liked this guy for not only his fighting style.. Stephen has to be one of the most humble, inspiring guys that I’ve heard in the UFC!

I'm a fan of so many welterweights that it's hard for me to root for anyone -_-

This guy is incredibly likeable and his fight IQ is amazing too, hope he wins on the night of 205.

Just an amazing human being. Period.

What a humble guy and a fantastic fighter!

One word he says "RESPECT" ... a role model and an awesome fighter

Humble in victory, gracious in defeat = wonderboy.

What a class act Stephen Thompson is for everyone that looks up to him. Growing up in Simpsonville myself knowing Stephen as a kid even then he had something special! I don’t think there could be a more humble, down-to-earth, and deserving person of the success he has worked hard to achieve! I know there are many proud people here in Simpsonville, SC knowing that such class act like Stephen is out there to represent us to the world! Stephen it is truly amazing to see what you have been able to achieve and how bright the future is for you! What a great role model you are for all the kids out there that look up to you! Keep kicking butt man!!

Fantastic series! 'Next thing you know your 57-0' 😂

Such a humble individual and a true example to the younger ones. Get your belt Champ!

true humble martial artist like silva and machida.

i got man crush on wonderboy

He's the nicest bad ass ever.

One of the coolest martial artists in the world. I always got time to hear what Wonderboy has to say. Great video guys.

True martial artist, humble his entire life, now so close to becoming the next champ :)

Class act! THOMPSON the name of a champion regardless of the belt this young man is a massive credit to MMA and combat sports in general! Best of luck Steve,calm,cool,and composed as any real champion should be!

He represents the true definition of being a great martial artist.

Imagine how proud his Dad is. Wish I could do the same with mine T_T

"Class" means "of the highest quality" or "best of its kind". Stephan Thompson is just that.

Im back watching UFC because of this guy! What a Martial Artist.

He's like the Tom Brady of MMA, in terms of personality, such a clean and class act.

Very respectful, technical, & wants to do good things with his platform.

Stephen" the honest" thompson, exactly what i wanna hear as a fan, honesty, i really admire this dude!!!

Hes my favourite. So much respect for this mans skill and talent .

Fantastic work FN! I'll make sure to seek out more Retrospectives. Thank you.

My oh my how I love these, once again thank you FN!!!

Keep these Retrospective videos coming. 👍👍👍 Great work Fight Network!

Incredible episode of Retrospective please do more!!!!!

Thanks for these awesome portraits of the fighters. Brings a whole new level when you get to see a personal side of them and the fight game. looking forward to more of these!

Mad respect for this guy. So humble

Awesome video, thanks for uploading this.

+ Fight Network Man, this Fight Network Retrospective Series, is cool as hell. This series REALLY NEEDS to be a regular thing. And, very, very well done, too. My favorite combat sports channel, by far. Keep it up!!!

This channel is underrated how come it barely has 100k

Great channel man, you highlight the person that IS a fighter & not just the fighter himself, love it 👍👏

Wow. The quickness & accuracy of his counters is crazy. Amazing hands.

a true martial artist. pure heart and respect for all things

Awesome video guys

Stephen Thompson is so amazing this is one of my favourite shows on Fight Network

this is a great series Fight Network. Keep it going.

I love humble guys like this

Please make more episodes of retrospective, they are the best REPLY

Incredibly likable guy, and so talented!

Great fighter. Just enjoy watching him fight a lot.

Coming live from Simpsonville S.C. Wonderboy really is who you think he is. Real Class Act , True Future Champ. Went to Hillcrest High with him and had classes with him. I remember one time him telling me why his shins were so bruised, he said his dad Ray would make him beat them with a wooden stick or bat. Man at that time I was like this Kid is crazy! Wow... is what I think now.

He will be the ufc welterweight champion sooner or later

Great show! Thanks

Loved this episode

I remember watching some of his first kick boxing fights back in the day. Dude has always been a beast. I believe he'll be fighting well past his prime.

Great bloke with a great attitude

he is a such soft spoken guy, with huge balls and heart:) rare today

Such a nice guy too. Never seen a UFC fighter answer on Twitter before. Even when I was just mentionning him, he just acknowledges the tweet and respond. Really cool down to earth guy

True owner of the NMF title such a fan I had a long drive to make this video made it bearable! Thanks you’re the man Wonderboy

The most honest, gentleman ufc fighter I've known so far, hats off Mr. Thompson.

Well done. You got yourself a fan! I’ll be looking you up next time I’m Vegas. Best fighter video in KZfaq!

Very solid video amazing job Fight Network

You’re great!! I really appreciate your gratitude and humility!! And you’re a kick ass fighter!!👊👊

I feel like wonderboy is the realist most genuine and humble fighter i have ever seen fight since i have been a fight fan. Thanks brother. you are one of a kind good luck in new york Rhode Island is rooting for you

A class act. These are the athletes I love watching. You are awesome Sir

Great Video Thanks!!

I love this guy man I've been a fan of him since the beginning in and out the ring. love this guy inspirational like ray lewis

MAD RESPECT!

Ah man. Gsp vs Wonderboy would be so technically beautiful.

Awesome format. Incredible fighter.

Awesome video. Great channel. Keep it coming guys

Please keep doing these , there great !!!!!

Wonderboy is so awesome. I would have started martial arts a long time ago if I knew about him sooner. I've never been way into fighting until I saw Wonderboy fight with his karate. His kicks are insane! He is like the modern day Karate kid. I love it!

Even the best guys have losses. Love of the sport win or lose. Gotta appreciate that.

Great vid. Really good to have a glimps inside the mind of the wonderboy

just came across these videos. they are excellent and so much better than ufc countdown etc. its great to hear about their training and fighting techniques. wonderboy is very articulate and a decent, respectful fighter which was shown really well here. i wish him well.

It is so hard not to like somebody like this guy.

What a good son his father should be proud to raise a kid to turn out so respectful.

Gotta love the guy. Can't wait to meet him one day and train with him. It's my goal

Thanks, Stephen... a class-act gentleman.

Thanks!

It’s interesting watching these I found that Pettis and Wonderboy in the cage are polar opposites where Thompson is mostly reaction and letting the technique take over everything. You can tell that Pettis has a lot of internal dialogue while in the cage thing about every move he makes. It’s beautiful what this sport brings the complexity of it all.