The Tactic NO ONE Can Stop Explained - Technique Breakdown

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  • There’s a reason they call Rico Verhoeven the King of Kickboxing. Verhoeven has been the reigning heavyweight champion at Glory for 7 years, defending his title 9 times against the best kickboxers in the world. And he does this with one of the most unique styles ever seen in the ring.
    See Rico vs Saddik at Glory Collision 3: www.glorykickboxing.com/event...
    In this film study we take a look at his unique style, analyzing how he uses intercepting kicks to dominate opponents and set up his superb boxing. By the end of the video, you won't be shocked to learn he trains with Tyson Fury.
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  • @TheModernMartialArtist
    @TheModernMartialArtist  2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

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    • @sebastianpallera4880
      @sebastianpallera4880 ปีที่แล้ว

      As we all know by now, his inside leg kicks and especially his inside rear leg kick is highly successful. How would one block it? (Not a glory heavyweight kickboxer)

  • @rodyson2988
    @rodyson2988 2 ปีที่แล้ว +311

    I am dutch, and i never realized how much of a technician he is. This channel is highly appreciated.

    • @p.benders2553
      @p.benders2553 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Badr is way smarter and more technique

    • @leogoga5832
      @leogoga5832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      @@p.benders2553 what does badr have to do with this

    • @treacheroustrouser4652
      @treacheroustrouser4652 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Ahh yes, Dutch people have just a natural ability of realizing the technician of a man he is.

    • @keizerFPS.
      @keizerFPS. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@p.benders2553 yet keeps losing and rico keeps winning

    • @rodyson2988
      @rodyson2988 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@treacheroustrouser4652 i see what you did there...

  • @mikesanborn4541
    @mikesanborn4541 2 ปีที่แล้ว +942

    This is by far the best martial arts/combat sports channel on youtube and your format is perfect, I love the detailed analytical breakdowns combined with the passionate storytelling, keep up the good work!

    • @TheModernMartialArtist
      @TheModernMartialArtist  2 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      Appreciate that! Will do :)

    • @galenschultz3239
      @galenschultz3239 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@TheModernMartialArtist I always know an apex channel when it's one of dozens covering a topic but I get more and more annoyed watching others when I'm waiting for the best one to upload. You reign in this particular court, David.

    • @KadeemLiburd
      @KadeemLiburd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      The modern martial artist, Lawrence Kenshin, Muay Thai Scholar and Wylie's art and science of boxing in no particular order are top 4

    • @serenityinside1
      @serenityinside1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Whylie is very good on the longer vids- his short stuff I find a waste of time and think he should stop it !

    • @J-R__
      @J-R__ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      BJJ Scout has good technical analysis of mma and bjj. The presentation is not as good as Modern Martial Artist's though

  • @ChompChain
    @ChompChain 2 ปีที่แล้ว +219

    He takes away their movement, and is also a cardio beast. What I notice with his fights is that the longer they go on the more they become one-sided beatdowns

    • @GenghisD0ng
      @GenghisD0ng 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I mean, look at how fat all the others are haha. I don't think they can run a 5k haha

    • @marnixjoosten1380
      @marnixjoosten1380 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      It is. On that point, verhoeven is a 'true sportsman' as he is trained en shredded all day of the year

  • @am2382
    @am2382 2 ปีที่แล้ว +155

    Any man who can take punches and kicks in any professional combat sport has my respect.

    • @2stroketyson79
      @2stroketyson79 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      kicking is kinda like having a bat in the ring with you true respect lies with JUST THE HANDS!

    • @MJFUYT
      @MJFUYT 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Absolutely... I feel like many ppl don't realize/appreciate just how good (even fighters w/subpar record) these professionals really are.

    • @danny24042002
      @danny24042002 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      lol.. they do that for living... send him to work in a factory 10 h per day surrounded by sheeps... he would quit within days

    • @dylanhagsauce8629
      @dylanhagsauce8629 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@danny24042002 hahahahaha ok buddy.

    • @kingibs3912
      @kingibs3912 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Rodtang laughing behind him

  • @ajuicejemas
    @ajuicejemas 2 ปีที่แล้ว +384

    I really like how you're incorporating the arrows on occasion to illustrate the points you make!!

    • @TheModernMartialArtist
      @TheModernMartialArtist  2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      Thanks! I realized recently that I've been speaking as if everyone has been with my channel since the beginning plus seen every video. Bad way to teach haha

    • @turbo8628
      @turbo8628 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@TheModernMartialArtist i second this. Been watching for a while now, but these arrows really help me to pivk things up faster. Great channel btw, good job every time... and the april fool's video from this year is one of the funniest things i have ever seen 👌

    • @markmearth1
      @markmearth1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too. It is extremely helpful.

    • @remyhavoc4463
      @remyhavoc4463 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheModernMartialArtist you're like my favourite channel when it comes to breaking fighters and their techniques
      But ngl, I do have to rewind a lot since my English vocabulary isn't the best and my attention span flies off the roof when I hear a word that I don't usually hear 😂

  • @YungJuve
    @YungJuve 2 ปีที่แล้ว +462

    It's impressive to see such a big guy be so effective in close quarters - and he needs to be good there to be in a position to land those patented inside leg kicks. In the earlier years, my impression of him was that he was similar to Bonjasky - a tight guard with good leg kicks, mostly point fighting. But he's greatly diversified his arsenal since, and has been able to mix in other strikes beautifully. Kudos for another excellent breakdown.

    • @vuquanghuy5298
      @vuquanghuy5298 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      that the kyokushin root in dutch style, phone booth and hand combination

    • @Rjcuatrocinco
      @Rjcuatrocinco 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@vuquanghuy5298 As a Muay Thai person I usually disagree with Kyokushin commenters, but this I agree with. Kyokushin karateka are really good with very close range lowkicks and even high kicks, also mixing with close range inside boxing/bodywork is very good and unique. Muay Thai takes a wider step and longer range for these techniques.

    • @stephenschneider2171
      @stephenschneider2171 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You forgot amazing steroids too.

    • @Ilias24.
      @Ilias24. 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He has a weak chin

    • @kinginaka285
      @kinginaka285 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@Ilias24. weak chin you say?, but unbeatable and still defending his title, what a clout you are indeed

  • @kd2239
    @kd2239 2 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    When you have to watch in slowmo multiple times, while a guy slowly explains in detail what just happened. Imagine dealing with this guy in the ring in realtime. LOL.

    • @Lvink_ltd
      @Lvink_ltd 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😂

  • @wessel7972
    @wessel7972 2 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    It’s nice that someone is showing Rico the respect he deserves.

  • @ldcldc6371
    @ldcldc6371 2 ปีที่แล้ว +263

    Verhoeven's a beast of a fighter. You can see the killer instinct in his eyes when he's in the ring.

    • @William-Morey-Baker
      @William-Morey-Baker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      yeah... killer instinct, like throwing punches at the back of a down opponents head... shit isnt even legal in MMA anymore.

    • @jesperburns
      @jesperburns 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@William-Morey-Baker Which fights do I look up to see that?

    • @ldcldc6371
      @ldcldc6371 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @@William-Morey-Baker Yeah well Tyson bit a mf's ear, having that instinct obviously doesn't make you the cleanest fighter necessarily

    • @shahsadsaadu5817
      @shahsadsaadu5817 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      @@William-Morey-Baker butthurt badr hari fan

    • @Ilias24.
      @Ilias24. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And kills the sport also

  • @tplayer23424
    @tplayer23424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    from what i have seen, a lot of heavyweights dont use kicks alot, which is why i like rico's style more

    • @abramlittle7102
      @abramlittle7102 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      His leg kicks don't use much energy, that's why

    • @Rjcuatrocinco
      @Rjcuatrocinco 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yeah for big dudes high and even body kicks are powerful but take alot of energy. Heavyweight punches usually have enough power to knock anyone out so the strategy changes to revolve around punches for most heavyweights, except notably Rico, Bonjasky, Inocente come to mind.

    • @PPdabest
      @PPdabest 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Rjcuatrocinco Peter Aerts.......low and high kick from hell!

    • @MJFUYT
      @MJFUYT 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This guy is on his way to another level IMO.

    • @mcfireballs3491
      @mcfireballs3491 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@PPdabest Ernesto hoost

  • @dr_yeet9399
    @dr_yeet9399 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Most impressive thing to me as a spectator is how much flow Ver has, every single movement leads to a new, usually very hard to predict follow up, every single movement I swear. Every feint and fake leg raise, every jab it all leads into the eventual head or leg hit even if blocked 3 times over. Super impressive imo.

  • @ernestwest6861
    @ernestwest6861 2 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    I love his shift to do an inside leg kick with his left leg.

  • @fredmctictac2272
    @fredmctictac2272 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Verhoeven is awesome, each movement he makes is setup for like 6 other things and his split second decision making is so fluid. it looks almost like a scripted fight in a movie when you see him in slo-mo.

    • @Jeroensgambling
      @Jeroensgambling 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He's like the living holding a controller in his hand fully in charge of his body. It's amazing to see him react, switch and adapt.

  • @agalleyne
    @agalleyne 2 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    This is making me nostalgic for those bad old days of K-1!

  • @thijsvannoordt9789
    @thijsvannoordt9789 2 ปีที่แล้ว +128

    Anyone who has ever caught some inside leg kicks knows they hurt about twice as much as a normal low kick, i think rico does lose some power kicking upwards to the inside instead of a regular chopping low kick but it doesn't matter because the kick does way more damage anayway

    • @serenityinside1
      @serenityinside1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Like a liver punch - the power isn’t so important. Accuracy and speed more so.

    • @ricklodestein1101
      @ricklodestein1101 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Your inner thigh is like a Shockwave. You have a major artery there. Its almost as if you completely stop the blood flow and the body has to recover before being able to effectively use it. By that time he has already hit you and adjusting for the next attack. He's learned to roll opponents strikes off as if they have no effect.

    • @kristianjensen5877
      @kristianjensen5877 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@ricklodestein1101Yep. The leg muscles are also less densely packed on the inside of the leg than on the outside, so kinetic force generally penetrates easier into the tendons, blood vessels and bone embedded there.

    • @hzuiel
      @hzuiel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@serenityinside1 You are right about accuracy, but the speed vs power thing is nonsense. You need power to accelerate things and create speed, and without speed the only other factor for force is mass. It would be better to just say accuracy has priority over power.

    • @KennyKenKin
      @KennyKenKin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@hzuiel True for the most part but speed isn't always power. Power is going to really about the follow through of the strike. You can do touch and go sparring and still strike quickly but while also not following through and causing more damage. Snap kicks are fast kicks but not super powerful. But with accuracy they can be devastating. There is a reason that jabs are thrown more often than crosses. They are faster but not stronger.

  • @bigzero718
    @bigzero718 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    The way he lands those inside leg kicks is crazy

  • @oldschooldude8370
    @oldschooldude8370 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Damn this guy is good. Decisively breaks his opponents down without taking much if any hits.

  • @timephire
    @timephire 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    6:53 Brother hit every rope on the way down, GOOD LORD!

  • @tomcoleman3217
    @tomcoleman3217 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for this video! Been wanting to see Verhoeven breakdown for a while and suggested it in many comments before. Thank you! Happy Training everyone!

  • @blinky6667
    @blinky6667 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    He's basically an upscaled middleweight - but is actually 120kg - amazing speed and stamina for a 120kg dude

    • @MarcelH666
      @MarcelH666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He puts a lot of work in his cardio. Can you imagine knowing you can last 25mins..... The fight against Ben Sadik is the best example. Just take your time. Then demolish 😉

    • @ghostttriddder
      @ghostttriddder 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He's basically the most technical at this era. Learning from his loss against the great semmy schilt

  • @aiyahuntacheimumbi236
    @aiyahuntacheimumbi236 2 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    "Being Squared up leaves you vulnerable to inside leg kicks .." And being kicked in the nuts lol

    • @kaliduncanel3356
      @kaliduncanel3356 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      There's always an opponent that'll fuck that up no matter how you stand

    • @aiyahuntacheimumbi236
      @aiyahuntacheimumbi236 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@kaliduncanel3356 True nuff

    • @joshuabrant3487
      @joshuabrant3487 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah you see alot of martial arts like karate will stand sideways and keep one hand low... Makes more sense if you're worried about getting kicked in the nads.

  • @YSSipher
    @YSSipher 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    He's definitely changing the game with the inside leg kicks. It makes it even more deadly because he breaks down the lower body with inside and outside kick. That turning high block/guard into the leg kick is gold also.
    A lot of soft spots within the inner leg. Being hit in the right spot can fuck up the blood flow. The fact that his inner leg kicks set ups require a lot of recovery allows a lot of options depending on how his opponent reacts.
    If he ends up in the UFC however there will be a lot of ref oversight due to chances of low blows... And a crafty opponent will use that to their advantage.

  • @kurtm7869
    @kurtm7869 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is in an instant classic i will be coming back to this alot thankyou for being the greatest mma page on yt

  • @christiangauthier727
    @christiangauthier727 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I know this video isn't new, but damn! Every single of your breakdown is such a big treat of rarely seen elite level fighting style analysis! What makes you even better is that you're not confined to a single sport or style, which is why your approach is so comprehensive and universal: fighters of ANY background can always learn something relevant to their perspective in one of your videos.

  • @FeralWorker
    @FeralWorker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I think this is my favourite video that you've done. These tactics seem really cutting edge, beautiful stuff.

  • @timephire
    @timephire 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    0:11 Knocked him out only to wake him up to knock him back out, DAMN!

  • @mcstratoman
    @mcstratoman 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent strategy analysis!!! You break it down while showing a clip of your description. Perfect to show and teach those who are interested!!! Keep up the good work!

  • @harry.pottered
    @harry.pottered 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is a fantastic breakdown. The vision you were picking to support the point at the time was spot on. Great work!

  • @kaliduncanel3356
    @kaliduncanel3356 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I think the first few minutes of this breakdown should be a testament to how slept on the influence of Kyokushin has had on kickboxing as well as other hybrid combat sports is.

    • @francosamericanmusings1560
      @francosamericanmusings1560 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Indeed. K1 as a whole is criminally underrated

    • @steveo4095
      @steveo4095 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Shihan Cameron Quinn with a full tutorial and drills of these low kicks th-cam.com/video/DUu_un2ERvk/w-d-xo.html

  • @ninjawarriorthesavage412
    @ninjawarriorthesavage412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Excellent Videos on Rico Ver Hooeven!!! But, Do the New Breakdown Videos of Badi Hari vs Wrzosek glory kickboxing 78 that was one of the Greatest Upset in History. Please that will be GOLD!!! PLEASE!!! 😁🙏

  • @niinacarita
    @niinacarita 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cool channel! I love this kind of content where you explain what is happening in the ring. Many people are watching fights and they don´t have any idea.

  • @KatonRyu
    @KatonRyu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great breakdown. I'd been hoping you would do a video of Rico for a while, so I'm really happy to see it!

  • @Mr.mister.J
    @Mr.mister.J 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I'd love to spar against this guy. I'd learn so much. His hands are skilled. His leg kicks are calculated. Damn fine fighter.

    • @serenityinside1
      @serenityinside1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’d get wasted - why Luke you want to ?!!

    • @serenityinside1
      @serenityinside1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      * would

    • @Mr.mister.J
      @Mr.mister.J 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@serenityinside1 - I'm not even expecting to get a lucky shot. Just increase my defense against a great fighter.

    • @zoarmhirr2964
      @zoarmhirr2964 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@serenityinside1 Sparring with a win-lose mentality is exactly why you're mediocre.

    • @Rjcuatrocinco
      @Rjcuatrocinco 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Sparring isn't a competition unless both parties agree that it is, well, most of the time. It's about improving eachother and getting eachother ready for fights.

  • @juba2541
    @juba2541 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love this content like this guy very smart and intelligent

  • @coryracine8309
    @coryracine8309 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just a fantastic profile and breakdown. Amazing work!

  • @jpbroadwater
    @jpbroadwater 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the analysis - didn't realise there was so much thinking and planning going on!

  • @BogotaBanana
    @BogotaBanana 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Rico Verhoeven is a living legend. As a fellow Dutchie I instant liked the video. Great content keep up the good work 🙌🏽

    • @mT-mw6ys
      @mT-mw6ys 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Legendd ???? Whahahahaa shit fighter , obviously you dont know anything about martial arts

    • @tabonyimec2498
      @tabonyimec2498 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mT-mw6ys he is kickboxer not mma fighter

  • @antcastle8365
    @antcastle8365 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is without a doubt, the most technical, creative, and unique kickboxing ive ever seen, and probably ever will see. He has an answer for and a prevention for everything.

  • @quintenmantez6934
    @quintenmantez6934 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great analytical video! Big thumbs up for this! 👍

  • @CaneSugarHD
    @CaneSugarHD 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I never remember verhoeven being the most refined or technical kickboxer, I always remember him as compensating with raw physical ability but he has upped his game over the years for sure.

  • @SwitchUpYt
    @SwitchUpYt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Would love to see this guy enter MMA

    • @Knetterlam
      @Knetterlam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hé did 2 times

    • @SwitchUpYt
      @SwitchUpYt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Knetterlam oh really?? Didn’t work out?

    • @Knetterlam
      @Knetterlam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@SwitchUpYt no it wasnt his style 😜 but he did won

    • @bmbm1
      @bmbm1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He said on the Joe Rogan Podcast that he wants to do it at some point in his career

    • @Knetterlam
      @Knetterlam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@bmbm1 hè wants to become an actor 😉

  • @IlonggoDad
    @IlonggoDad 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    your film studies are the best!

  • @willyspeedwell4773
    @willyspeedwell4773 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice breakdown. Thanks again as always.

  • @dannyb1828
    @dannyb1828 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    we grew up watching the legend koeman and playing soccer all day dutch guys can kick straight thru you

  • @danieleubanks558
    @danieleubanks558 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Love this breakdown. I've always chosen to throw this teep/ jab in these ways while training feels so right.

    • @TheModernMartialArtist
      @TheModernMartialArtist  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yeah, great short cut! Downside it that it a lot of fighters try to slip a jab to land a rear leg roundhouse kick. So if you're on one leg loading up a teep while that happens it won't be great for you haha. But obviously Verhoeven can pull it off pretty consistently.

    • @Bluesachwill
      @Bluesachwill 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheModernMartialArtistHey, great video!! Is that when his "half-beat" cross saves him?

  • @chris7662
    @chris7662 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thoroughly enjoyed this. Thanks for putting it together. You have another subscriber.

  • @Cornelius456
    @Cornelius456 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this Video mate. Awesome!

  • @yourlastfoe
    @yourlastfoe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It's crazy how good he's become in the last 8 years. I remember seeing him fight for the first time in 2009 and in the following years he didn't look like anything special, then RAWWRR!

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    @glory 2 ปีที่แล้ว +276

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      @lebanonjames1807 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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    • @2tiddies404
      @2tiddies404 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      one champ has more talent 4 real

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      @Beforewearecancelled 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This is awesome! Glory actually showing support instead of trying to get video pulled. Major Respect!!

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      @zshakur 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @mikeynunez2482
    @mikeynunez2482 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    These breakdowns are entertaining yet educational...your a beast in your own right...💪

  • @thegadflygang5381
    @thegadflygang5381 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man oh man I enjoyed this. I never claimed to know much outside of boxing, but I do enjoy learning. And for that, there is only one place I come. MMA, muay thai, kick boxing....
    My man the Modern Martial Artists channel.
    Great damn video. This dude is unbelievable

  • @alvolante4164
    @alvolante4164 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your narrative is so good that I even like and appreciate combat sports that I never followed. Another great video truly enjoyed it.

  • @liftnleap9815
    @liftnleap9815 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    In certain types of karate they start with the feet to finish with the hands and it looks very similar to what this guy is doing in the video.
    Lyoto machida is a prime example of a martial artist who does this

  • @ytubejacksonj
    @ytubejacksonj 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The reason why this video is so important is that it shows how critical and effective the inside leg kick can be. I am a southpaw, so I fight open stance and this video helped solidify my understanding and strategy for leg kicking, where the inside leg kick would be a natural for me to go after. Again, thank you for this video!

  • @MackTrainingAcademy
    @MackTrainingAcademy ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great breakdown. Alot of good techniques to work on.

  • @thebaneking4787
    @thebaneking4787 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    He’s a killer man lol. No bs. I would love to see him transition to mma. Can you imagine him verse Francis?

    • @damnright1968
      @damnright1968 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      In his age no experience in ground fight.... I doubt he will be that succesful in MMA. Better stay where he is and set records.

    • @tdm2384
      @tdm2384 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@damnright1968 he fought in mma

    • @RAWFestival
      @RAWFestival 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hé fought in MMA 1 time but commented. That his goal is to be the best heavyweigth kickboxer in history. And that nobody Will beat his title defence record. I heard hé wants to go do An acting career after hé Finished in glory. Hé Gets payd 1 Million a fight.

  • @ballhawk387
    @ballhawk387 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Excellent video. For us ordinary folks, Verhoeven's style looks like a much better model of how to deal with a street or bar attack than the typical advice. Those kind of louts are almost always head-hunters, who are best neutralized with something thy don't see coming that takes them off their feet so one can get out or at least get a quick advantage if there isn't support and the attacker may be faster, such as dislocating a knee.

  • @samsindiesel2580
    @samsindiesel2580 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dropping knowledge. You can actually learn from this dude breaking down my man's style. Awesome video. I'm looking forward to more of your content. Thank you sir

  • @hanscombrinck1481
    @hanscombrinck1481 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Verhoeven's fight I.Q is so much higher, he's playing chess whilst all his opponents are playing checkers. It seems like he is so proficient that he must be sparring 24/7.

    • @stmary2260
      @stmary2260 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You can tell he spars a lot, it's like all he is performing all the :gym tricks" at once, he also reads his opponent's from a mile away

    • @p.benders2553
      @p.benders2553 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      badr is way smarter!

    • @keizerFPS.
      @keizerFPS. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@p.benders2553 badr is pussy as well giving up every time, watch what rico did yesterday that is what you call a warrior and a real champion

    • @harryzed9090
      @harryzed9090 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Playing chess? Watch the fight vs Saddik. A very simple fighter giving him way too much trouble.

    • @ytmarcokeizer
      @ytmarcokeizer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@harryzed9090 let's not forget that Ben Saddik is one beast of a man with some serious knock-out power. Mostly one of two blasts to the head are enough but Rico recovered, and in Ben Saddik's disadvantage.
      The further in the game, the greater the chance that Verhoeven wins the game as he is a cardio mentalist en speeds up in the later part of the game.

  • @jasonbuff8629
    @jasonbuff8629 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow that's fascinating I never noticed that about him before and I've seen alot of Rico's fights. I always thought he was a boring fighter because he didn't have that many knockouts and I didn't really pay attention to him. But this is mind blowing that he's become so successful from using unorthodox techniques

  • @mscir
    @mscir 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    GREAT analysis, thank you.

  • @elizaquinonez5469
    @elizaquinonez5469 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving these breakdowns bcz it gives me ideas on how to change up my sparring

  • @-Regulator_
    @-Regulator_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Good vid as usual. I was looking forward to watching him vs Overeem, even though Overeem is past his prime.

    • @TheModernMartialArtist
      @TheModernMartialArtist  2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Yeah but this fight will be good too! Hopefully we can still see him face Overeem soon. I was mostly upset because I needed to redo a few parts of this video that mentioned Overeem while I was at a 4 day concert haha

    • @balloe3466
      @balloe3466 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I believe Ben Saddik to be a better match-up though. Whereas most of Rico's fights are so dominant that they're boring, Jamal and Rico together is a recipe for fireworks.

    • @-Regulator_
      @-Regulator_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@balloe3466 I definitely won't disagree with that.

    • @chrisrootnick9755
      @chrisrootnick9755 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@balloe3466 Well, history has proven you right. What an awesome fight it was. :)

    • @balloe3466
      @balloe3466 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrisrootnick9755 yeah it really was exciting! I was a bit sad that Ben Saddik (I think) gassed out so quickly.

  • @SugarRayCharles.
    @SugarRayCharles. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Smart champion.

  • @toddlanctot643
    @toddlanctot643 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome breakdown. Thank you.

  • @billybob9961
    @billybob9961 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Quality content very educational really love your Channel.

  • @Weighthunter
    @Weighthunter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Kickboxing is so much cooler, than regular boxing. It's even more interesting than MMA to watch!

  • @M.R.4.2.0
    @M.R.4.2.0 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I would love tp see him fight in a mma fight

    • @bob3118
      @bob3118 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He did once

    • @alexandersmidt5289
      @alexandersmidt5289 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bob3118 He did? When?

    • @bob3118
      @bob3118 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@alexandersmidt5289 5 years ago vs Viktor Bogutzki

  • @nishantyagi619
    @nishantyagi619 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey I just watched your channel and I have to say you are very good in the thing you are doing your observations are perfect,good job man

  • @lilpeteryo
    @lilpeteryo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How am i just finding out about this guy now wow what a total beast! Thank you for uploading this!

  • @mklip2001
    @mklip2001 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    What do you think about Verhoeven's matches with Badr Hari? It looked like he usually was getting beaten out by Badr, but those fights all ended with Badr getting an injury to stop the bout (as opposed to a clean KO). What did Badr figure out compared to Verhoeven's other opponents?

    • @TheModernMartialArtist
      @TheModernMartialArtist  2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Hari's rhythm and feints made it too hard for Verhoeven to catch him with range finders or intercept his attacks, and Hari moved off angle before Verhoeven had time to return a counter. In other words, he was already gone haha. But props to Verhoeven for his defense and fundamentals, sometimes those can beat all the fancy stuff and now it has twice. Would love to see a third fight with no injuries and a clean KO though.

    • @whatsupwhatsup9498
      @whatsupwhatsup9498 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@TheModernMartialArtist
      The first match against Rico should never have happened, Badr almost came out of retirment to fight him without one or two "warm-up fights" at least, then he might had a chance, because skill-wise, technical-wise and fighting IQ, Badr is much better than Rico. The biggest plus points for Rico are his physics, endurance and as you mentioned his fundamentals.

    • @Boris82
      @Boris82 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Would love to see a third fight between them.
      But im afraid Badr is past his prime, his body just isn't what it used to be.

    • @rodyson2988
      @rodyson2988 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Rico always needs time to warm up, so it's no surprise to me that Badr always scores in the first couples of rounds.

    • @laurelmoore3904
      @laurelmoore3904 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Badr is past his prime firstly. And he is a more phenomenal fighter where as rico is more traditional. A healthy badr in his prime mops the floor with rico. As anyone watching has seen in their two meetings. But time is undefeated...your body can only take so much. Both are great fighters.

  • @oaka7616
    @oaka7616 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Every stance has its weaknesses and strengths. I think he has gotten extremely good at countering the traditional boxing stance. What he realizes is that the stance traditional boxing stance is unbalanced, and that one leg carries more weight than the other, and another leg acts as the stabilizer.
    I think if someone were to adopt a square stance (facing straight forward, feet forward) with good sidestep parries, especially realizing to step away when being in a combo of punches, they would stand a far better chance.

  • @philhagoes9339
    @philhagoes9339 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent analysis! Liked and subscribed.

  • @mrmete
    @mrmete 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've watched this video alone 5 times today. I love his sequence of low kicks

  • @AJ-iu6nw
    @AJ-iu6nw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    are dutch people so good at kickbocing but why?

  • @dbspaceoditty
    @dbspaceoditty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i love how the greatest fighters do.
    implement the core techniques of martial arts that are older than most modern things.
    that dorky dragon fist also had tiger style. which is essentially what this dude is doing.

  • @Z4U3398
    @Z4U3398 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Reminds me of the late Andy Hug; always hunting the inner thigh but this right here is a few notches above that; so effortless! ✊

  • @adrianbaker1408
    @adrianbaker1408 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Holy balls, great video. Enjoyed that. what a fighter!

  • @bboyhanvzla
    @bboyhanvzla 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Verhoeven's jab-kick combo looks quite similar to Kazuya's rampagin demon and demon's wrath techniques. Now, the question is, could Verhoeven beat DK Yoo? I don't think so.

    • @MrPrimitiveman
      @MrPrimitiveman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Has D.K. Yoo ever fought professionally? I have no idea and just curious.
      Great channel!

    • @kautsarmw9526
      @kautsarmw9526 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MrPrimitiveman I think that's a joke XD

    • @MrPrimitiveman
      @MrPrimitiveman 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kautsarmw9526 actually I just don't know. He could have fought extensively in Korea and I would never have known it. All I've ever seen him do are demonstrations, which are impressive but I'm curious how he performs when someone isn't cooperating.

    • @TheMasterMI6
      @TheMasterMI6 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      U r right. We need more tekken in our combat sports

  • @pd35beats99
    @pd35beats99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    " now water can flow, or it can crash, be water my friend. "

  • @kankaking8536
    @kankaking8536 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Immediatly subscribed, amzazing content, amazing channel, amazing that i found this, keep the good Work up my Brother!!!!

  • @maxmustermann2908
    @maxmustermann2908 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    bravissimo! would love to see more kickboxers styles breaken down! Greetings from Germany!

  • @ATG913
    @ATG913 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    If do right, no can defense.

  • @semyaza555
    @semyaza555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I feel like he’d be very successful If he ever transitioned to MMA

    • @cartoonhanks1708
      @cartoonhanks1708 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Grappling.
      Honestly, if the old rules were back 90% of these grapplers would probably be dead. You could knee someone as they were coming down to you, now you can't. You could hit behind the head, jab eyes go for balls etc.
      Kick people while they were on the ground.
      Any one of these rules being allowed would limit grapplers.
      Grappling has honestly ruined lots of fight sports mainly due to the safety concerns (even though all of the submissions cause harm and can kill if they're unconcious for too long.)

    • @arison9876
      @arison9876 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@cartoonhanks1708 i agree

    • @jackhenry9976
      @jackhenry9976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@cartoonhanks1708 nobody wants to see ball-shots and punches to the back of the head. the knees to a grounded opponent would be sweet but it's not like the best grapplers wouldn't be using this stuff, too. Khabib might have actually killed someone if he was allowed to do that.

    • @semyaza555
      @semyaza555 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cartoonhanks1708 I agree but who knows. Izzy has been doing relatively well in his division with limited takedown defense, and zero grappling. I remember Rico was training with DC at AKA a few years back and DC was impressed.
      Honestly, I think the money might be better in kickboxing.

    • @semyaza555
      @semyaza555 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jackhenry9976 Khabib is probably an exception but Historically, grapplers don’t do so well when there isn’t a limited rule set. People tend to avoid the ground if they know they could possibly be head stomped or soccer kicked.

  • @ytubejacksonj
    @ytubejacksonj 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. This is awesome!

  • @FunkMastaMegaFlex
    @FunkMastaMegaFlex 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This dude is a beast! The combination of his fierce kicks attacks and sharp technical boxing can take out anybody. Be really cool to see him in mixed martial arts too.

    • @Boris82
      @Boris82 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He only did one mma octagon fight once.
      He won it. But that's all.
      You can find a video on TH-cam probably.

  • @mike4962
    @mike4962 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It's sad watching old Peter Aerts get beat up.

  • @sebastiaankrul2403
    @sebastiaankrul2403 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    As a dutchman, I love hearing English folks pronouncing Dutch names or words

  • @marcuslacovara6982
    @marcuslacovara6982 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This dude is genius. I never seen a style like this so fluid. Its seamless. Unreal.

  • @Jagdeepsingh-gv3uc
    @Jagdeepsingh-gv3uc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice info and breakdown of techniques. Cheers 👌❤🥊

  • @fisharefriends598
    @fisharefriends598 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    He’s basically kicking a football

  • @ermusas1
    @ermusas1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good analysis.

  • @GiangoPT
    @GiangoPT 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    He is very precise and consistent in his actions

  • @HollywoodMattConnelly
    @HollywoodMattConnelly 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video, first time i've heard of the guy. Love the style he's implementing.

  • @mateosmind751
    @mateosmind751 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely brilliant breakdown.

  • @beetlejews
    @beetlejews 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing as always thank you

  • @TheEtrepreneur
    @TheEtrepreneur 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I learned a lot! this content is unique.

  • @someguydino6770
    @someguydino6770 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    astute analysis, it's ALL about unorthodox combinations; always switching it up and having the next strike ready. todays top fighters gotta have all sorts of crazy techniques ready!

  • @51515123
    @51515123 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This freaking amazing. Never heard of him. I'm blown away. 🙏