#5: decides not to headkick to avoid hurting his opponent, #4 apologizes during the finish for a groin strike, #3 happy his opponent went on to be undefeated for a long time, #2 rides to the airport with his opponent in a taxi... NMF all the way up until somebody INSULTS KARATE... then it's murderkick time.
Your onto something here. Even in this video when Wonderboy said " this guy was making fun of karate " you can see a very subtle look of disgust and anger in his face lol.
It is so awesome seeing how excited you are about techniques and even implementing some of the most wild Karate stuff. I think the really important part to talk about for you is that you do legit karate. You practice and use the techniques, not just non-contact. There's always room for non-contact, but figuring out what works best for you. Spinning hook kicks, 1/2 neck kick combo's etc. You don't ever seem to throw wild made up crap, its variations on drilled techniques that you probably threw thousands of times training from a young kid until now! Best of all you actually look like you're enjoying it, training, fighting, teaching etc you have such a good attitude.
Call me crazy, you should move up to 185 Stephen Not just because you smoked Robert, those guys couldn’t handle your striking. Listen to the pod every week man! I know you don’t think it’s plausible, but I do! For what it’s worth (absolutely nothing, I know haha!)
i think its funny how new people to mma see wonderboy and think he is like a sub par fighter cuz he is so nice but they dont know he is the best striker in mma lol
How many knockouts do you have with that "fade to the side, over the shoulder roundhouse kick" like with Dan Stittgen. Feels like you are doing the exact same move since your first kickbox fight! and it works!
When you learn traditional martial arts that involve belts you get taught new kick combos idk about wb but the jab straight fade off head kick combo I learned it when I was an orange belt the 4th belt you get in tkd I’m a second degree black belt
Not pitty, mercy and restraint. He had already won. Bashing that guy's face in with a spinning hook kick would have been totally fucked up over kill. This is how we should all aim to be. Absolutely beautiful and shows the power of a proper martial arts tradition. The difference between a warrior and a monster.
Even when he absolutely smokes somebody he is still a class act. Never trash talks. Lets his fists and feet do the talking. A real gentleman. Never a sore loser or makes any excuses in defeat. But still a karate master and tough as nails. Definitely in my top 3 of all time ufc fighters. All the best from lancashire uk
Wonderboy need to see you back in the cage ASAP. You should have gotten the Masvidal fight , Both Jorge and you , coming off losses to the top 2 ranked
@@victorchan4415 facts though. As much as I really hate how Wonderboy lost against Burns, you don't wanna let Wonderboy get his distance, you'll never reach him again once he measured the distance.
Love u dude a real inspiration but it would be cool to brake down when you don't win. Be interesting to know what you go though mentality and learn what to to different.
I've trained recently with Dan Stittgen, the dude still talks about that knock out, in a good way. Trying to help the younger fighters learn from his mistakes and all around enjoying the casual regional scene.
That last knockout was one of the most satisfying ones I have ever seen live! The way he was trying to trash talk karate, or pretty much just traditional martial arts in general, was the cherry on top
I remember when you knocked out Jake with that spinning heel kick and his brain sent a shockwave through his system, shutting it down. Perfect way to prove your karate to him.
Did some karate when I was younger and you were my inspiration to start training again, I started Muay Thai about a month ago and I love it, I’m trying to model my kicks after you, you are truly an inspiration!
Watching this makes me realize why nobody ever wanted to fight Wonderboy. Nowadays it’s different but I believe I’ve even heard Joe Rogan say it’s hard for Thompson to find opponents because his style is just so unique and hard to train for... also super deadly...
I've never seen a fighter with such honor and restraint. You are like a modern day bruce lee. It's time for another title shot! I wanna see you wearing that belt so bad! You bring honor to the traditional martial arts and show their beauty and power. You inspire me to train harder every day. Keep up the great work!
You know everyone’s knows Thompson’s power with his kicks but never realized how much power and pop he has in both hands lol go wonder boy hope you make another run at it for the gold buddy
One of the most satisfying win though. Dude beating fighters with his juice then he met GSP and arguably lost to Lawler twice. Wonderboy and Costa just sent him to retirement for once and for all.
My 8 year old son Ronjay is taking Kyukoshin karate and will be competing tomorrow. we have studied and applied your combos. Thank you! Oh, can you reply to this comment. Just say hi to Ronjay and wish him luck :)
When I show my trainer your fights, he said if you get controlled by someone like Thompson in the fight, you might as well accept the KO to end it quick because it would be even more mentally exhausting if you try to delay the inevitable
Wonderboy the type of guy that instead of dismantling his opponent with his kicks, tries to gently touch his opponent with his hands to push him to the ground
Ahhh so Jake fight is the famous fight I see floating around youtube. When you transmogrified a man into a horse. How did to make someone involuntarily gallop?
Great insider info , I feel like ur still the best in the any wight class u fight and will continue being avoid these ppl can't find you with a seal team six.... who has better techniques then wonder boy??
Can't wait to see you get a title fight again and finally win the and finally when the championshipCan't wait to see you get a title fight again and finally win the championship
#5: decides not to headkick to avoid hurting his opponent, #4 apologizes during the finish for a groin strike, #3 happy his opponent went on to be undefeated for a long time, #2 rides to the airport with his opponent in a taxi... NMF all the way up until somebody INSULTS KARATE... then it's murderkick time.
Your onto something here. Even in this video when Wonderboy said " this guy was making fun of karate " you can see a very subtle look of disgust and anger in his face lol.
Truly I must know, how hard are you to hurt good sir?
I know who all five of those guys are too lol.
Him and Max Holloway always been really good for this sport.. evens out all the negativity and shit talking lol they’re the “good” guys
Honestly the ability to control your heel and move it from the chin to the temple during a FULL BLAST SPIN MID FIGHT is wild. You’re an inspiration 👏
Most definitely now we just need to see him fight Izzy that would be epic
@@phantom2faddd242 You know what I'm sayin?
@@proteus2103 that would be a fight of the year contender for sure
@George Washington republicans are so creepy
What a sexy style fight Izzy vs wonder boy is
“My heel was actually sore after that fight”
If your heel was sore, what was felt at the receiving end? Geez.
Concussion would be my guess.
Ellenberger: *gets KO'd*
Stephen: "My foot hurt"
Still my favorite fighter. Wonderboy is like the fighter we all want to be. Thanks for the vid man
Your my top 5 favorite fighters of all time. Your a badass ☝️👑
Thank you for sharing all thoses stories And what was on your mind during these moments. Really cool
I love what you said about karate and the benefits of control. Great video good sir
Amazing highlights and the caliber of those opponents makes it even more amazing 🤩
A gentleman, and a killer. Great work Wonderboy!
Absolutely loved this video wonderboy thanks man👊🏼
Forever a top ufc fighter of mine. Such a great guy, would be an honor to shake your hand someday.
It is so awesome seeing how excited you are about techniques and even implementing some of the most wild Karate stuff.
I think the really important part to talk about for you is that you do legit karate. You practice and use the techniques, not just non-contact. There's always room for non-contact, but figuring out what works best for you. Spinning hook kicks, 1/2 neck kick combo's etc. You don't ever seem to throw wild made up crap, its variations on drilled techniques that you probably threw thousands of times training from a young kid until now!
Best of all you actually look like you're enjoying it, training, fighting, teaching etc you have such a good attitude.
The nicest killer in the game!
Call me crazy, you should move up to 185 Stephen
Not just because you smoked Robert, those guys couldn’t handle your striking. Listen to the pod every week man! I know you don’t think it’s plausible, but I do! For what it’s worth (absolutely nothing, I know haha!)
i think its funny how new people to mma see wonderboy and think he is like a sub par fighter cuz he is so nice but they dont know he is the best striker in mma lol
Please turn your intro music into a full song and release it please
Choose to live
Don't kill baby's
Johny Cage has better fatalities
When are you going to 185 you’re never going to get a title shot at 170
Wonderboy is looking more and more like his dad.
@L7 Open No he wouldnt for that reason he’s a good guy with a sense of humour.
Lucky dude, the Genes in that family are amazing loll
Call him wonderdad
How many knockouts do you have with that "fade to the side, over the shoulder roundhouse kick" like with Dan Stittgen. Feels like you are doing the exact same move since your first kickbox fight! and it works!
When you learn traditional martial arts that involve belts you get taught new kick combos idk about wb but the jab straight fade off head kick combo I learned it when I was an orange belt the 4th belt you get in tkd I’m a second degree black belt
It's a favourite of Robert Whittaker too
Wonderboy literally gave pity to his opponent in a fight “I didn’t wanna kick him because he definitely would’ve taken brain damage “ What a Legend
Honor in martial art!
@George Washington Damn bro, that's crazy but I still can't find who tf asked.
@@patriciajin6206 🤝thank you for you service
Not pitty, mercy and restraint. He had already won. Bashing that guy's face in with a spinning hook kick would have been totally fucked up over kill. This is how we should all aim to be. Absolutely beautiful and shows the power of a proper martial arts tradition. The difference between a warrior and a monster.
Totally 💯
Even when he absolutely smokes somebody he is still a class act. Never trash talks. Lets his fists and feet do the talking. A real gentleman. Never a sore loser or makes any excuses in defeat. But still a karate master and tough as nails. Definitely in my top 3 of all time ufc fighters. All the best from lancashire uk
Like a modern day bruce lee 🤣
John McCarthy was like "FINISH HIM!!!" had me dying haha. Thanks Wonderboy, great finishes!
😂😂
The spinning back kick that you hit Hendricks with is genuinely just perfect technique absolutely beautiful.
Hard to master that kick and land it so it was a perfect job.
It's crazy all of the high level guys Wonderboy not only beat, but finished. He beat a bunch of ufc champs.
Wonderboy need to see you back in the cage ASAP. You should have gotten the Masvidal fight , Both Jorge and you , coming off losses to the top 2 ranked
And Edwards should be fighting burns since there both on winning streaks . It’s not rocket science
The Dan Stittgen knockout always mesmerised me, it was mind bending for a long time lol. literally inspirational
Wonderboy saying he didn’t want to give that one guy brain damage made me think of Khabib not wanting to armbar Gaethje
You should breakdown the burns fight what went wrong
that’s too sad tho, burns fought like such a bitch :(
simple, Burns didn't want to stand with him cause he knew who the superior striker was
@@mcgunga8291 Burns fought a smart fight. You NEVER fought wonderboy at distance
@@victorchan4415 facts though. As much as I really hate how Wonderboy lost against Burns, you don't wanna let Wonderboy get his distance, you'll never reach him again once he measured the distance.
Wonder Boy: *adjusts aim mid spinning kick*
Me: *stands up too fast and makes gurgling noises*
Love u dude a real inspiration but it would be cool to brake down when you don't win. Be interesting to know what you go though mentality and learn what to to different.
I've trained recently with Dan Stittgen, the dude still talks about that knock out, in a good way. Trying to help the younger fighters learn from his mistakes and all around enjoying the casual regional scene.
That last knockout was one of the most satisfying ones I have ever seen live! The way he was trying to trash talk karate, or pretty much just traditional martial arts in general, was the cherry on top
We NEEDED to have Condit vs Wonderboy. 2 of the most talented, exciting and dynamic strikers in UFC history.
I remember when you knocked out Jake with that spinning heel kick and his brain sent a shockwave through his system, shutting it down. Perfect way to prove your karate to him.
Wonderboy beat Robert Whittaker into greatness! Im dead! 🤣💀 6:15
Did some karate when I was younger and you were my inspiration to start training again, I started Muay Thai about a month ago and I love it, I’m trying to model my kicks after you, you are truly an inspiration!
Watching this makes me realize why nobody ever wanted to fight Wonderboy. Nowadays it’s different but I believe I’ve even heard Joe Rogan say it’s hard for Thompson to find opponents because his style is just so unique and hard to train for... also super deadly...
Love you Wonderboy🙏🏾
I've never seen a fighter with such honor and restraint. You are like a modern day bruce lee. It's time for another title shot! I wanna see you wearing that belt so bad! You bring honor to the traditional martial arts and show their beauty and power. You inspire me to train harder every day. Keep up the great work!
those dislikes from people getting knocked out by wonderboy... xD
You know everyone’s knows Thompson’s power with his kicks but never realized how much power and pop he has in both hands lol go wonder boy hope you make another run at it for the gold buddy
4:33 Bop bop kick em in the groin… lol😂
That was the sickest spinning back head kick knockouts I’ve eva seen. I always wanted to learn it but still feels super awkward haha
Easy to use if you have flexibility but hard to land flush like that last KO.
wow great finished especially the Wittaker
You will always be the people's champ.
High above the mucky muck, castles made of clouds. There sits Wonderboy sitting oh so proudly.
Would the middelfinger be on purpose when watching the last KO. F U to Jake?
My favorite part of the jake fight is that u can hear you’re dad say “spin” I love that I love the hook kick
Was that your pick, or ufc picks
LOVE IT
Watching you dismantle Hendricks is one of my all time favourite MMA memories!
WB vs the Ghost of Juicy Hendricks is one of the best fights of all time.
One of the most satisfying win though. Dude beating fighters with his juice then he met GSP and arguably lost to Lawler twice. Wonderboy and Costa just sent him to retirement for once and for all.
Kind of suprised a born again Christian would take money from gambling companies
Nobody:
Wonder boy: BoooOOoom
Masvidal??? Are people not allowed to make videos about Masvidal? :P
4:05
"FINSH HIM"
"Spinning back kick"
"waposhh"
Love wonderboy❤
My 8 year old son Ronjay is taking Kyukoshin karate and will be competing tomorrow. we have studied and applied your combos. Thank you! Oh, can you reply to this comment. Just say hi to Ronjay and wish him luck :)
Karateka here. Absolutely fell in love with the fade out mawashi geri when you first did it in MMA. Been a fan since then!
Soy tu admirador . Desde Colombia saludos, hermano . O My friend. Eres muy muy técnico
When I show my trainer your fights, he said if you get controlled by someone like Thompson in the fight, you might as well accept the KO to end it quick because it would be even more mentally exhausting if you try to delay the inevitable
Nice. Commendable that you have nothing but nice things to say about your former opponents except for the guy making fun of your style.
lmao. advertises gambling platform... also provides gambling addiction hotline... that is both hilarious and wholesome.
You really are the NMF...giving your opponents complements while breaking down your destruction of them 😂
Wonderboy the type of guy that instead of dismantling his opponent with his kicks, tries to gently touch his opponent with his hands to push him to the ground
The difference in having an objective to win the fight vs. hurt your opponent.
Dude.. You're a great fighter.
Why do you constantly need to rep?
Catchall glimpse of glory
Ey bro who do you like for a next opponent? Nate Diaz, Robbie Lawler, Bilal Mohammed, or a rematch with Luque?
Looks like a old PKC land of legend trophy in the back….kinda cool I have the same one from the karate tournament
The best technique was Chris's dragon tail .
"Aw they didnt even show it" .... Wonderboy then flips us the bird, NMF style
Ahhh so Jake fight is the famous fight I see floating around youtube. When you transmogrified a man into a horse. How did to make someone involuntarily gallop?
Wonderboy vs Stylebender is the fight of our generation. I'm calling it now. No pressure WB! lol but I need to see this.
WB..., you gotta fly to Japan and participate in the biggest Turnament there !!!
MC Hammer?......man i was such a huge fan when i was a kid.....and i still love him and respect him....he was a gamechanger
Great insider info , I feel like ur still the best in the any wight class u fight and will continue being avoid these ppl can't find you with a seal team six.... who has better techniques then wonder boy??
Your finish against Hendricks is literally the clip I use for introducing my friends to kicks.
Sponsor is a gambling company. How much respect an i starting to lose? Only a tiny bit because it's Stephen Thompson i mean come on
I want izzy vs wonderboy and not even a fight just them doing like a collab lol
I’m disappointed in the world at the fact you don’t have atleast 1 mill subs
That Stittgen KO looks like it's out of a UFC game lol. Even the KO animation
In the Chinese community, we call this man Octagon Keanu Reeves.
stephen! were u in providence RI in february by chance? i swear i saw you at the airport lmao
"Bop,bop hit him in the groin"
In UFC 4 I went against you and I knocked you out. I’m sorry.
He fight GSP twice, honestly not sure bout lawler
Can't wait to see you get a title fight again and finally win the and finally when the championshipCan't wait to see you get a title fight again and finally win the championship
That was beautiful, amazing video 👍😁
Nice video brother
Let's call out khamzat
I'm one of your craziest fan and I'm so proud to be born on 11 February the same day and month you and Peter yan were born
Give predictions for ufc 267 wonderboy
Ayeeee!!! Its sweet t's brother, thunderman or whatever?!?!?
Stephen has the the 2 fast 2 furious Supra. I didn't know he could get any cooler. Now he just needs the green Eclipse.
love to watch My handsome wonderboy's video forever
You're a living highlight reel! Big fan!!
yo you should merchandise your cross I saw it bunch of time id draws the eye
3:06 how can you not love wonderboy
Please bro pleesaaassseeeeeee go for a sub or takedown in your next fight
Wonderboy would put the points in Israel