The UFC's Biggest Failure | Demetrious Johnson Documentary

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Жыл бұрын

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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@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

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@anthonyp3113 Жыл бұрын

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

@truthfully949 Жыл бұрын

@@eathanharris42 so your a world champion huh

@teegees Жыл бұрын

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

@hgrimes9824 Жыл бұрын

I agree the UFC did fail him and the fans.

@taylorrobinson7534 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

I don't know about Adriano being Demetrious' size

@JFP1988 Жыл бұрын

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

@eggoslayer1001 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@oceanwaves83 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Yeah Adriano is huge!

@mmareviewer.2372 Жыл бұрын

yep

@StigmaShadow Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@ant2011 Жыл бұрын

@@StigmaShadow who are you talking about?

@robbieg6036 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

DJ is the GOAT, hands down.

@nobodysomebodys Жыл бұрын

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

@majorwakanda8858 Жыл бұрын

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

@fangsvengeful4465 Жыл бұрын

@@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 Жыл бұрын

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.

@mikeythemutt8460 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

I love watching their shows man always a blast!

@TheElbowMerchant Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Except for forcing the vaccine on fighters

@pongangelo2048 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@stonetacular5651 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Yesss

@rezsurfer2808 Жыл бұрын

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

@maosama3695 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

ONE is better than UFC

@SayGahTaah Жыл бұрын

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

@8mil_ Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@jonathanjohnson5216 Жыл бұрын

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

@thlee3 10 ай бұрын

honey badger

@thelegacyofgaming2928 8 ай бұрын

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

@boogaethje6702 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@hansjuker8296 8 ай бұрын

@@ytsux9259yeah he ain't about sht

@bengough6955 7 ай бұрын

@@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

@anthonyecanosti1898 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@elizabethmenendez6465 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Truth!!

@junioraltamontent.7582 Жыл бұрын

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 9 ай бұрын

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 8 ай бұрын

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.

@pwnster14 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

DJ is just an unbelievable talent man

@Jack_Sparrow_85 Жыл бұрын

"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 Жыл бұрын

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

@thebesttransformer1 Жыл бұрын

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

@zenmartialartist701 Жыл бұрын

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

@theninjamdm Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

That rodtang fight was insane I loved it!

@berniem9254 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

@@berniem9254 hating much

@berniem9254 Жыл бұрын

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

@woffordwolf2071 Жыл бұрын

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

@rush7313 Жыл бұрын

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

@A1B2.. Жыл бұрын

Ngannou the most entitled fighter of ufc history

@etlonjonh Жыл бұрын

@@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 Жыл бұрын

@@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 Жыл бұрын

last contract*

@etlonjonh Жыл бұрын

@@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 Жыл бұрын

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

@benwells3416 Жыл бұрын

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 4 ай бұрын

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.

@homo-stonersapien6310 Жыл бұрын

Love your content my man

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

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

@imbreaden Жыл бұрын

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

@MrMossyPS3 Жыл бұрын

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

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

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

@ishitrealbad3039 8 ай бұрын

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

@phillipbelloff Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@bs1820 Жыл бұрын

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

@frjcde9392 Жыл бұрын

Man if you really cried you are mentally unstable 😂

@bs1820 Жыл бұрын

@@frjcde9392 at least he’s not an asshole

@the2ndamendment Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@tomfurstyfield Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@Izzyreallyy Жыл бұрын

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

@thatdude3977 Жыл бұрын

That means you are EMO 😂

@Strype13 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 😂

@KBLIZZ333 Жыл бұрын

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

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

Thank you Keith I really appreciate that man!

@JG-wx2xs Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@danielnillo Жыл бұрын

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.

@Harley-D-Mcdonald Жыл бұрын

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.

@ramirospinelli6453 Жыл бұрын

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.

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated thank you mate 🙏

@FightYourCouch 9 ай бұрын

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

@TheLochs Жыл бұрын

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

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more!

@AprehamLincoln Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Bone>>>DJ

@McShag420 Жыл бұрын

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

@AprehamLincoln Жыл бұрын

@@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 Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@erikguzman1640 Жыл бұрын

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

@larryholliday8412 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@caleblanfranco7037 Жыл бұрын

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

@brianharris9949 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@brianharris9949 Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@GK-gr2mx Жыл бұрын

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

@Shrek2OnCD Жыл бұрын

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

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

Thank you brother! Never gunna stop man always more to come!

@niharg2011 Жыл бұрын

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. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! More to come always my man!

@jonlopez07 Жыл бұрын

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

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

I couldn’t agree more 🙏

@jonjones7137 Жыл бұрын

1. Andersen Silva 2. Jon Jones 3. DJ 4. GSP

@andydhillon1977 Жыл бұрын

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

@samuelrussell7003 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

What's up with the titled though? Destroyed?

@radoslawkurczab8265 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

@@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 😂

@PetrolHeadWolfComments Ай бұрын

Beautiful work… great video brother

@TheAdrinachrome1 Жыл бұрын

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

@MH-sp5ki Жыл бұрын

Thank you for creating this documentary. Very well done

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@thefourthwritedjentleman3643 Жыл бұрын

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

@jameshutcheson4910 Жыл бұрын

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!

@robinferdous9164 Жыл бұрын

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

@AirLancer Жыл бұрын

It's from a speech by Theodore Roosevelt.

@mightguy123456 Жыл бұрын

Famous quote*

@robinferdous9164 Жыл бұрын

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

@Kwasimitsu Жыл бұрын

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

@lincslegend6936 12 күн бұрын

Amazing documentary. Thankyou for making it.

@GalactusOG Жыл бұрын

The fight companion live was sultry. Thanks Academic.

@ExplainingTheScriptures Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 11 ай бұрын

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 9 ай бұрын

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

@francesthemute9486 5 ай бұрын

@@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.

@tiggernits1508 Жыл бұрын

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

@kengozin Жыл бұрын

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

@mooxo5192 9 ай бұрын

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

@stanparker9556 Жыл бұрын

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

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub! Means a lot man

@hibiscus_n_gravy Жыл бұрын

Well done. Masterclass documentary.

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

Many thanks! I appreciate you my friend!

@thomasjoy7879 15 күн бұрын

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

@ComeRee Жыл бұрын

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

@thewanderer4162 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@thewanderer4162 Жыл бұрын

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

@robertrosen2703 Жыл бұрын

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

@azerojourney2797 Жыл бұрын

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

@uzbabo Жыл бұрын

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

@syd1279 Жыл бұрын

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.

@justsayin9610 Жыл бұрын

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 ..."

@josephseth6762 Жыл бұрын

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

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much mate 🙏 really appreciate it!

@lukasl.7522 Жыл бұрын

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

@aloissouls Жыл бұрын

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

@MakoTheFrog Жыл бұрын

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!

@lutherwalker7639 Жыл бұрын

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

@bag12 Жыл бұрын

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

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

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!

@goldenagenut Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@johnboy1760 Жыл бұрын

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.

@delta.alpha.novmbr8802 Жыл бұрын

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

@urmom-_ Жыл бұрын

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 :)

@Whendego Жыл бұрын

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!!

@MountVernonTrucking Жыл бұрын

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

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more!

@TheTRUTHx1000 Жыл бұрын

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

@Narcopathic Жыл бұрын

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

@moosa9850 10 ай бұрын

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

@gregprevite8548 Жыл бұрын

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

@hakr1298 Жыл бұрын

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

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

The GOAT all day everyday man!

@ivanorozco4274 Жыл бұрын

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!

@ayomideamafa9477 Жыл бұрын

Dj will forever be the 🐐 of flyweight

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

He is an absolute killer!

@LeonardTaylor700 Жыл бұрын

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

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

Thats for damn sure!

@40STILLGAMING Жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Well made and narrated. Thank you.

@gregprevite8548 Жыл бұрын

Incredible work putting this together. I’m subbing

@BortPimpson Жыл бұрын

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.

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

It’s true though! I love their events man!

@VerdadTruth Жыл бұрын

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.

@screwcabshlongbox Жыл бұрын

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

@GabrielRamirez-oc4iw Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this vid. Thanx for posting

@CYMotorsport Жыл бұрын

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

@felixmcinally8037 Жыл бұрын

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

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

Man I agree such a low moment man

@rezaldi1419 Жыл бұрын

ufc is entertainment bussiness now

@smokereapergaming3861 Жыл бұрын

Amazing work brother great editing and video quality 👌 keep up the great work 👏 👍

@chrislawson7983 Жыл бұрын

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

@corydinsmore1117 Жыл бұрын

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.

@aw3279 Жыл бұрын

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

@MixedMartialAcademic Жыл бұрын

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

@markwrenn5965 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@markwrenn5965 Жыл бұрын

@@MixedMartialAcademic Mighty Mouse has a helluva sidekick!