Face-To-Face w/ Stephen Thompson & Kevin Holland

Face-To-Face w/ Stephen Thompson & Kevin Holland | UFC Orlando

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Жыл бұрын

UFC Orlando main event opponents Stephen Thompson and Kevin Holland met face-to-face ahead of their matchup to reflect on memorable career moments. Plus, both fighters share their expectations for the much anticipated bout on Saturday!
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@ZG.84 Жыл бұрын

I was smiling like an idiot through this whole conversation. I don't want either of these dudes to lose! Love both of these guys.

@tjdonohue7469 Жыл бұрын

Dead ass right haaah me as well

@Bujuuu Жыл бұрын

Factsss

@Anninukichild Жыл бұрын

Seriously me too!!!dude I would fight and have a beer with both these dudes! Or take some caps in the mountains!

@chris-vj5wu Жыл бұрын

Right

@nemoishouse Жыл бұрын

Same 😂

@Metalhed1300p Жыл бұрын

"Don't worry my last one no punches were thrown" 😂 these guys are so real with each other. No egos here just 2 great fighters with respect and genuine charisma. Man we love to see it.

@elcid9054 Жыл бұрын

This is the comment I was looking for lmao @holland

@xavierb9061 Жыл бұрын

He doesnt care anymore..cant beat any wrestlers..just collecting paychecks now

@Zackaaron2466 Жыл бұрын

1 great fighter. The other one is chimaev son

@xavierb9061 Жыл бұрын

@@Zackaaron2466 not thompson would do better vs chimaev

@Zackaaron2466 Жыл бұрын

@@xavierb9061 shut ur mouth chimaev's son fanboy

@fatman12345678910100 Жыл бұрын

Nobody would guess these two are fighting each other in two days. Love the energy and especially enjoy how UFC is embracing two of their warmer personalities

@Importman2009 Жыл бұрын

Best pre-fight interview ever! Love these guys. Wonderboy is just a good dude how can you not like him.

@Induna123 Жыл бұрын

Not gonna lie, this was pretty cool. Makes a change from the cringe shit we normally get with fighters like Rockhold, Sterling, Covington, Cejudo, O'Malley ect...

@vasquezz5438 Жыл бұрын

Wonderboy is a legend, i've never seen a person that hates him.

@anasshahid224 5 ай бұрын

Facts bro

@vanzanvega3012 Жыл бұрын

Wonderboy is literally THE ONLY fighter that can legitimately get away with interviewing his opponent before a fight while being 100% sincere.

@neilwittigrice Жыл бұрын

Love how chill these two are even before going to war in the octagon

@abhin6940 Жыл бұрын

@Ashley White 5p.55mm.z65m

@abhin6940 Жыл бұрын

@Ashley White of oh app

@valero6981 Жыл бұрын

@@abhin6940 boy ain't no way boy 💀

@papichuloox6 Жыл бұрын

@Ashley White your mom

@DrSpaceman69 Жыл бұрын

What the hell is going on here?

@mmaaldente Жыл бұрын

These guys hit it off. Even before this fight was signed, there was mutual respect, but after watching these guys do a few interviews together, I see a legitimate friendship berween them. They may not host a podcast or take vacations together, but, in the mma realm,these guys are friends.

@tyde95 Жыл бұрын

I actually could see them doing a podcast together sometime down the line, lol.

@michaelstastny2311 Жыл бұрын

They actually did do a podcast a few days ago. It was like 45 minutes. They got to know each other and I think that’s another reason why they’re so nice to each other here. I recommend watching.

@roningamingandentertainmen716 Жыл бұрын

I could def see them hanging out. The boys were vibing 🤙

@marshall3300 Жыл бұрын

Holland + Wonderboy vs Khamzat + Till. Dana realized he was wrong by not getting female fighters initially, he will realize he is wrong thinking only 2 fighter can be in the cage.

@BingSway Жыл бұрын

Wow this was SO SO REFRESHING, I absolutely loved this and couldn't help smiling throughout the entire interview.

@lizrotter8057 Жыл бұрын

Wonderboy can bring out the best out of anyone no matter what age. Goes to show you what a good role model can do for the youth

@mikec5400 Жыл бұрын

besides woodley..woodley acted like a total jerk to WB

@Nimtrix Жыл бұрын

@@mikec5400 Why you gotta be so mean man? This guy's so mean.. 🤷🏼

@mateohodge6998 Жыл бұрын

@@mikec5400 He did but he ended up apologizing and even said sorry for biting his fingers

@Thawhid Жыл бұрын

@@mikec5400 Woodley was clearly doing it for promo. Relax lol

@mightypharaoh7586 Жыл бұрын

@@mikec5400 eh, it only served to make woodley look like a bit of an ass

@JJ_876 Жыл бұрын

Two of my favs, no Trash Talk, no mentioning peoples families, no name-calling just two warriors about to give us a show 😎 🍿

@scottieap6412 Жыл бұрын

Mans said my last fight no punches was throne😂😂

@koopakid715 Жыл бұрын

Thompson for the dub

@shakeelbasheer7035 Жыл бұрын

Stephen literally called Kevin's mom a hoe,,

@Thawhid Жыл бұрын

@@scottieap6412 my man* ?

@jadenmorgan9762 Жыл бұрын

Thompson called him a butthead lol

@eddames9839 Жыл бұрын

Real fighters, specially true martial-artists, don't need to create fake dramas or hate on each other to perform well. These two are part of my favorites in MMA not only for their skills but also for their ability to communicate in a way that appeals to anyone. Very authentic, well-spoken gentlemen who are warriors inside the cage. This is a main event that I'll be cheering for both fighters. Expect nothing but the best showcase of martial-arts (likely stand-up from start to finish). And regardless of the result, the fans will surely enjoy. Can't wait!

@BJJ_Richie Жыл бұрын

AGREED ITS ALL OVER DOING THE ALPHA MALE THING, BIG EGOS LITTLE D*****! LOL

@AndreiLucaa Жыл бұрын

Well said, sir! Well said.

@RomesPompeii Жыл бұрын

Being nice doesn't sell tickets

@jimmyrodriguez5670 Жыл бұрын

@@RomesPompeii tell that to Manny Pacquiao, Miguel Cotto, Georges St-Pierre. your mindset couldn't be more wrong.

@RomesPompeii Жыл бұрын

@@jimmyrodriguez5670 tell mcgregor, mike tyson ,mohammed ali. floyd mayweather I'm not wrong 😂

@kylelacovara5439 Жыл бұрын

This was a awesome interview. Two dope humble guys. I always appreciate when fighters can be respectful like this. Big fan of both of these two.

@S1LV3R_A Жыл бұрын

it’s really refreshing to see two opponents just sit down and have a down to earth conversation instead of talking about how they wanna end each other

@jameshuggett Жыл бұрын

It's been a while. Think Uncle & Jones was the last big one with TUF stuff too. But, lord of mercy. These two gems are a compound together. Still not sure what to think?

@scout3058 Жыл бұрын

This was a total class act. Absolute respect for both dudes.

@dylanc5959 Жыл бұрын

I keep saying these dudes are absolute gents!

@davidhenry8137 Жыл бұрын

It was one of the best interviews I have ever seen. The level of respect and honor for the sport and one another, true kindred spirits. Two true champions and warriors.

@stevejamieson8468 Жыл бұрын

These 2 will in all likelihood probably be having a meal together after their bout.

@danieltaylor4499 Жыл бұрын

Just shows you dont have to look tough and hate each other to fight each other! Massive respect to both 👏

@reginaldhansbrough8726 Жыл бұрын

This could be a podcast. Great chemistry between these two. Looking forward to Saturday.

@SLAAQ_Music Жыл бұрын

Wonderboy went on Kevin's podcast a few days ago, it's up on youtube🙌🏻

@amorgan5844 Жыл бұрын

@@SLAAQ_Music nice! Had no idea Kevin had one.

@anasshahid224 Жыл бұрын

Fr man!

@anasshahid224 Жыл бұрын

@@SLAAQ_Music nice!

@2stroketyson79 Жыл бұрын

@@amorgan5844 every famous person has one now

@mathprodigy Жыл бұрын

Two charismatic and cool guys. Candid and pretty laid back all things considered. It's like watching friends fight almost.

@Anninukichild Жыл бұрын

I know right?! And both gonna be a bloody mess and enjoying all of it

@wd1534 Жыл бұрын

I like these two guys, very chill. I don't like to see them punch each other, they're so friendly :(

@mathprodigy Жыл бұрын

For real guys. And you know this fight is gonna be hype out the door. They'll touch gloves at the beginning of the 1st round... and then somebody will be trying to KO somebody💀 great fight honestly no matter what happens, excited for this one

@mathprodigy Жыл бұрын

Love Wonderboy but my gut says Holland is hotter rn...I think he TKOs Wonderboy.

@burningthecandleatbothends1658 Жыл бұрын

@@wd1534 they are okay with it so you should too

@willvincent4829 Жыл бұрын

Most wholesome face to face ever love both these guys can't wait for a striking masterclass by both of them on Saturday LETS GO!!!!!!!!!!

@Ihateopp Жыл бұрын

And it was! Great fight

@clowndoglen Жыл бұрын

@@Ihateopp i'n still pumped half an hour afterward

@prodigy-kt8pf Жыл бұрын

We need more of this. No shit talk, true warriors always show respect. This was amazing to see! Good luck to both of you gentlemen!

@Kboogie333 Жыл бұрын

How can you not like a guy like Stephen. Great attitude and understands everyone has the same goal. Wishing the best outcome for both fighters!

@TH3B0N3Y4RD Жыл бұрын

Fotn bonus for both men would be nice. We will have to wait and see!

@cozartboy1573 Жыл бұрын

He ducked shavkat

@Bathingwookie Жыл бұрын

@@cozartboy1573of course he did. He openly said he doesn’t want to fight anymore wrestlers. Stupid comment 😂

@Jacketz123 Жыл бұрын

@@cozartboy1573 was looking for the stupid comment. You did not disappoint.

@peezieforestem5078 Жыл бұрын

How do you envision the best outcome for both fighters? To me that sounds impossible.

@hvn919 Жыл бұрын

Both of these guys seem even more likable by seeing how cool they are towards each other right before they fight. Respect that they can hype a fight without manufactured drama or trash talk.

@Anninukichild Жыл бұрын

Yes...of they could even be anymore likable. Both In my top 10 forever!

@DeenScene Жыл бұрын

They're both not that competitive or good.

@wisewigga7129 Жыл бұрын

@@DeenScene You're definetly new

@vitzveer Жыл бұрын

They just had the friendliest face-to-face before the fight ever. Also, with all these nice chat and gestures, when the cage close, they both are gonna try to take each other's head off, for sure.

@S4LHD Жыл бұрын

You can literally feel the good positive energy on Stephen & Kevin

@stuart6868 Жыл бұрын

This is the epitome of martial arts. No trash talk no bullshit just 2 guys that love to fight

@duquette1792 Жыл бұрын

I could totally see these two having a full ass conversation in the octagon. If there was ever a time to mic up the fighters, this is it 😂

@kritiosboy Жыл бұрын

Legit, Wonderboy would be complementing Kevin whilst being in a head lock. I honestly think these two will end up going for a beer after the fight.

@chriswomack9159 Жыл бұрын

@@kritiosboy They already agreed to getting drinks together after the fight when Wonderboy was on Kevin's podcast.

@philkelsen3872 Жыл бұрын

I have so much respect for these guys, smiling, high fiving, they are ready to beat the living bejesus out of each other and looking forward to it- for the fans. I just love seeing people loving their work! Best of luck to you both.

@canadiansensei Жыл бұрын

Wonder boy is hands down the nicest guy I’ve ever seen…im sure gonna miss him whenever he retires.

@jpknowledge8852 Жыл бұрын

I wish more fighters would do this. Props to these two 👏 Can't wait!!

@austinv9964 Жыл бұрын

I like this, but I also like trash talk! Just be genuine and unique!

@mortezes Жыл бұрын

It's too civilized

@loichervier7206 Жыл бұрын

Gane Tuivasa had similar vibe!

@Youaintthatguypalll Жыл бұрын

It’s the fight game! We need heat and trash talk, it’s all business but when it’s set and done, sportsmanship is a must of course.

@briantneary2248 Жыл бұрын

Kevin Holland is a real dude. Stephen Thompson may be the nicest assassin who has ever lived. This was cool to see genuine respect between two opponents. This fight is gonna be epic.

@dubryda7806 Жыл бұрын

They should fight for the NMF belt

@Y2SJK Жыл бұрын

@@dubryda7806 Nobody takes that title off of Wonderboy.

@danielbirhanu. Жыл бұрын

@@Rek_Rc if winning is being mean wonder boy is a 57-0 kickboxer:):)

@Zackaaron2466 Жыл бұрын

Holland is not real. He is chimaev son

@Shads187 Жыл бұрын

Wish these two guys nothing but the best. You can see they both have great energy.

@peteasarisi2536 Жыл бұрын

So psyched for this fight. Love the respect they have for each other & you can tell they're thankful for the opportunity to compete against a like minded individual. Love it! 💪🏻💪🏿

@misternevermiss12 Жыл бұрын

Really don’t know how these two could actively try hurt each other. Both such good dudes ❤

@1llamental Жыл бұрын

The most wholesome face off I've ever seen lol. Dope to see

@andyman3309 Жыл бұрын

Big respect for both of these guys. This is gonna be a killer fight.

@christandcombat Жыл бұрын

Loved the vibe of these two guys together. Hope they both do well and we get a show.

@MrBeetsGaming Жыл бұрын

This was the best face to face ever. Love these guys.

@TheEnderBand Жыл бұрын

So cool to see these dudes being chill with each other. And glad Kevin didn't end up retiring after the Chimaev loss- dude is too good to give up

@teeroy7973 Жыл бұрын

This is what martial arts is all about. The character and the respect. So refreshing.

@richardashmore6386 Жыл бұрын

The nicest pre fight chat ever, thought they were gonna hug it out at the end.

@boarders5 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely love this. Both guys are good guys to the core. None of this fake stuff that these kids like. Finally two adults competing

@J0eyRavi0li Жыл бұрын

Both class acts and great people. Let's go WB

@marcshields3677 Жыл бұрын

Don’t forget about Brandon

@potoole Жыл бұрын

These are two of the highest level martial artist in the ufc. Both incredibly professional I cannot wait to see this fight. These are the guys who will help each other up after they knock each other down and smile and then plaster each other in the face. Love these two fighters.

@lennylennington Жыл бұрын

Freaking LOVE the respect between those two. That’s how it should be. Good on ya boys

@improbablyyourdad8458 Жыл бұрын

Damn they’re lowkey a great duo. I’d love to see them make content together in the future.

@JMEG.WAP-IA Жыл бұрын

A Kung Fu + Karate Lethal Weapon movie would be kinda cool

@pyramidiot2283 Жыл бұрын

@@JMEG.WAP-IA Agreed.

@vitzveer Жыл бұрын

@@JMEG.WAP-IA yeah, they are actually perfect to co-star an action movie together LOL

@newcooldiscoveries5711 Жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable listening to these two charismatic warriors. They need their own podcast together after their battle has ended.

@hootiehootheblowphish4109 Жыл бұрын

Wonderboy was on Kevin Holland's podcast the other week. Look up Real Eyes Recognize

@drewdawg4203 Жыл бұрын

@@hootiehootheblowphish4109 good looking my guy 👍💯

@guidos2090 Жыл бұрын

I loved this conversation. Both guys are so positive, respectful and nice that it is wholesome. I was watching the video of the lady that thinks that MMA fighters can't be good people. They should make her react to this video

@gunnermccormick3957 Жыл бұрын

I love the respect that they have for each other ❤

@plumber1192 Жыл бұрын

this was way way WAY more wholesome than I excepted. Good job @ufc for putting this on

@TheGoCougar Жыл бұрын

Kevin holland’s high school story is actually insane. The ufc must use that story to further market kevin.

@MarkieC1990 Жыл бұрын

Love the respect, it’s refreshing to see, love both these guys 👏🏻👏🏻

@shannonmirk173 Жыл бұрын

Respect to you both! Much love from Christchurch NZ. Love watching you both, this is gonna be awesome! thanks brothers.

@mwangikeru2675 Жыл бұрын

I'm almost feeling bad that these two are going to war, they already seem to be friends. Its gonna be liiit. 🔥🔥

@Anninukichild Жыл бұрын

Thos could be fight of the year

@ODxRay Жыл бұрын

It's like they're not even about to fight lmao. They're so professional and chill about it. Respect.

@macmonkie7265 Жыл бұрын

You 2 guys are paving the way for a new kind of UFC, mature, respectful, introspective and over all good sport man ship!

@nlytend1 Жыл бұрын

Lots of good energy between these two, love it.

@mymoney301 Жыл бұрын

What an amazing interview. And the fact that it was actually longer than the 6 minutes. We NEED THE WHOLE THANG!

@InfamouslyGood Жыл бұрын

Love these guys ! So chilled together, they will def deliver saturday night

@earljohnson2676 Жыл бұрын

This is like two best friends who haven’t seen each other since they where kids . I love the mutual respect great interview

@loneventhorizon Жыл бұрын

This was a nice chat. I could listen to a longer one of these.

@corymmarules7462 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely loved the video…they need to do these more often with the fighters! You can tell they were just relaxed and having fun. 😊

@hotsauceonme7792 Жыл бұрын

This is the energy I love to see! Real martial artist respect

@chuklhed9092 Жыл бұрын

The epitome of class and true sportsmanship 🙏

@noloblack5394 Жыл бұрын

Probably the most enjoyable back and forth I've seen recently of a sitdown between two warriors. I love that shit, you know they're gonna put on a damn good fight for the fans.

@yoorenzo4562 Жыл бұрын

Love to see interactions like these between fighters. Love the positivity love. Good luck to both fighters

@MG-bo4us Жыл бұрын

This feels like a nostalgia MMA fight. Two martial artists wanting to show their craft and skills in battle. They both live the martial art lifestyle. True MMA fans can't wait for this fight!!!

@lggb3588 Жыл бұрын

Great fighters. And good persons. Respect for both of them. Love watching them fight !

@StormyNormy Жыл бұрын

Imagine passing highschool by only learning Kung Fu for credits. Kevin Holland is awesome ahaha 🔥😂

@StormyNormy Жыл бұрын

@@lesss4067 Literally. Some sketchy little bedroom 😂💀

@drawwithbeektor6329 Жыл бұрын

I’m so stoked for this fight. It just goes to show, it doesn’t take drama and hate to sell a fight.

@mattfoster3733 Жыл бұрын

Love Wonderboy. Guy playing dodgeball with his recreational students. What a legend.

@GustavoGFirmino Жыл бұрын

True martial artists. Great interview. Looking forward to this fight!

@TheGamerlife247 Жыл бұрын

Ufc please do more of these for fights, such an awesome way of letting fighters get a real feel of each other

@MMA4LIFE Жыл бұрын

Big fan of both of these guys and I’m loving the interaction between the two pre-fight.

@babagenow6288 Жыл бұрын

This is what fighting should look like, Respect and fun, not only trashtalking and insulting each others family’s etc. much love and respect to these guys, exited for the big night!

@omara149 Жыл бұрын

Love these guys, hope both of them come out healthy after their fight

@SquadCastTV Жыл бұрын

It's amazing how these two are laughing and having a good time knowing that in 3 days, they'll be trying to take each others heads off respect to both men! 🙏

@alexxxteee Жыл бұрын

Two amazing personalities, you love to see the other side of the fight game for once. Looking forward to this one.

@michaelkonopka9607 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic interview, good for the sport more fighters need to do that! Rather refreshing 😊

@eNyaaaw Жыл бұрын

What an incredible conversation considering the damage they are going to be doing to each other very shortly. Two amazing guys and ill root for them every time. Hope this is a draw honestly.

@MrTickleBean Жыл бұрын

When Kevin goes for the glove touch I need WonderBoy to shoot for the takedown.

@Vlam1 Жыл бұрын

This was a great interview 🙏🙏

@ep8058 Жыл бұрын

That’s a real G. To be that sincere don’t need no kind of animosity or back-and-forth to get ready. Can be completely respectful and downright just cool, and still ready to go out for war

@zacharyhullender8663 Жыл бұрын

Love both of these guys. Kevin has immense potential and hopefully it's not too late for wonderboy. Gonna be a nice technical bout.

@elegantmenswear Жыл бұрын

The most wholesome face to face from two absolute assassins I’ve ever seen.

@Hydroxis45 Жыл бұрын

I'm genuinely excited about this fight. I love both of these guys

@cnsnipezz1600 Жыл бұрын

This is why I love this sport. You can get intense times and you can get wholesome times like these. Love WB rooting for him but damm I wish he wasn't fighting Kevin I don't want either to loose. Good luck to both fighters!!

@sammyflinders Жыл бұрын

The absolute friendliest sit down ever.

@claudecampbell9672 Жыл бұрын

The vibe between these two is crazy this fight gonna be good

@fiftyfiftyphil Жыл бұрын

Love the respect between them. Gonna be a banger of a fight.

@SunAndMirror Жыл бұрын

This is just as enjoyable if not MORESO and more educational than some of even my FAVORITE rivalries in the past!! So refreshing to see this attitude, I think this breaths truly a brand new life into the sport, encourages the youth in a positive way, and reinforces the truth that all MMA fans arent just bloodthirsty knuckleheads. We truly love the art, history, dedication, passion, and gifts that the sport brings. With the internet, and exposure like this, and wonderful souls like Wonderboy and his family, I hope more people grow to see how beautiful and artful MMA can truly grow to become.

@Heimbach1966 Жыл бұрын

You're soft

@frozen8672 Жыл бұрын

Nothing but respect for both of these guys!

@artiejohnson40 Жыл бұрын

LOVE THE SPORTSMANSHIP FELLAS!!! Awesome to see 2 guys showing everyone the way it should be!! It's a business partnership!! Kinda strange but that's what it is!! 2 of the most down to earth guys in the game!! 👍👍👍👍

@nanduzz1505 Жыл бұрын

Perfect human being both of them. Lots of respect

@robwrone Жыл бұрын

These two are having the most wholesome pre-fight buildup of all time and I love it.

@pioletp8356 Жыл бұрын

When two great personalities are in the same room 👌🏾....good stuff 💯💯💯

@GeorgetheGreat Жыл бұрын

we need these face to faces for every fight

@jontrudell7529 Жыл бұрын

Too RISKY to do every fight Only specific fighters are Chill enough to be able to do this safely

@tmzz3609 Жыл бұрын

This is pretty cool. I don't think you can do it with most fighters without them fighting but having the fighters interview each other is awesome

@johnnykush Жыл бұрын

One of the coolest and best interview face to face whatever you wanna call it!! This is why I love Kevin!! This is why Dana loves Kevin..same with Thompson!! Great people!! Let's go!!