I love this dude. It sucks I had to watch him waste years and years of his career in ONE and Bellator. He had some good fights but UFC 170 would’ve been so much more fun with him, especially against Georges and Rory.
I can't believe he said that beating till would Elevate his status. Robbie Lawler is way tougher than punk-ass Darren till and he has fought and beaten a lot stiffer competition than till...Till is a nobody
@@theclawyaww3740 Colby was in Vegas the whole week and even twice on Ariel ESPN in a 7 days period. Also Colby did few interviews with Brett, Aaron for TSN, Submission radio and James Lynch. Colby was buzzing that entire week, meanwhile Askren just jumped on a Friday with few appearances. Also Askren did a Q&A for the UFC (UFC sent him). UFC didn't invest any money in Colby and he's killing it alone.
Junior Balls he’s not charming at all. He’s annoying and before spouting off anymore, he may want to finish his first fight. You know why Dana can’t stand the guy, but he does bring a lot of attention to the UFC because mma fans are still wondering why he’s in the UFC. He got a kickass fight and it ended in major controversy, he calls himself a competitor, but he’s good with an asterisk by his name. Explain that. Makes no damn sense for someone who says he wants to climb the ladder.
@@mishmash3968 You are more than welcome to your opinion, but (surprise) I disagree. Neither Askren or Lawlor want it. Only people who seem to want him to lose want it? It's bizarre. If Robbie wins, then they'd have to do it again, and they're friends. If Ben wins then what has he gained? Nada. Just because it wasn't the result you were looking for doesn't mean a re-run should happen, there are loads of opportunities for Ben to lose to someone he doesn't get on with.
This is fun!!!' As a long time fan of MMA it's refreshing to see a fighter seeking fights. It's obvious that he's sincere about what he says in terms of wanting to fight these guys. Askren isn't just flapping his gums.
Paulo Ecletik you’re such a basic bitch. As if striking is all mma has to offer. Clearly you never wrestled or grappled. Get over it bro. Try to enjoy the more technical aspects of the sport.
@Paulo Ecletik How many times do you need to see Robbie take a catnap from a noogie hold before you accept the fact that Askren is just a better overall fighter? These guys don't have that many years left in the sport and I don't need to see Robby get choked out a second time to make me satisfied with the outcome.
Stakeaphobic Z how is a loss the best result for lawler? Common sense dictates that fighters fight to win, not, to lose to quality opponents. Use your head.
except he doesnt want to fight lawler again... id really like to see a rematch on that one... looking at all the videos askren puts out, it seems that all he does.. almost annoying really..
Your videos are finally something different from I'm fighting for my kids I can't lose, and jesus and my destiny shit. Ben is undefeated and relaxed and has insight into the fight game.
Benius Funkius Askrenous the Greek statue who was brought to life not to bring us modern day humans Old greek philosophy, But to troll and kick some 21st century ass.
@Senior Sergeant Eubank No, he was booked as a guest. UFC always invite one or two fighters to every event, have them in the VIP seats, posing for the cameras every now and then. Also, it's 'dumbass'
The UFC payed for his trip , but it was Ben who called the UFC to make the trip happen. The Genius of this situation belongs to Ben ... Unless just paying for something makes you a genius?
Ben Askren is so funky that he doesnt need a seat belt. His funkiness is so overwhelming that even Brett doesnt wear a seat belt. If theres a crash they yell 1,2,3 yolo
Dana needs to get his thumb out his ass and just give Ben the fight he wants or one other than Robbie. Ben has lots of fans , more than 75% of the ufc in my opinion. More eyes, more money Dana and Ben brings views
People are attracted to someone if they have an interesting personality/they’re charismatic , but people are even more attracted to someone if they are successful. As long as Ben keeps winning his stock will go up and up like Conor’s did during his rise. If he loses, he’ll stagnate or drop no matter how charismatic he is
Had Herb dean stopped the fight when Lawler was landing those punches it would have ended in controversy as well cuz Ben was never out form those punches but ask yourself this, had it went down like that. Would Dana be pushing Lawler to rematch Askren??? Doubt it
Look man. When the hype train swings by you gotta hop on the hype train. Because the hype train ain't gotta last forever. Always join the hype train and celebrate with us😀
@@jd2151 Exactly. Ppl make it out like he was scared to fight him but the reality is, he would have gained next to nothing from beating Tyron, so why take the risk?
Do you know guys why Bens gonna be great on UFC? Cause he is real,humble,he is like your neightbor walking around with the dog,simple man,clean mental health,not just another "UFC rockstar",he is like he is,hate It or love It,but the showbussines need guys like Ben,not coke addicts,pot smokers or rapist
previously Ben said he won't pursue the title because of his friendship with Woodley. Now he wants a title fight and everybody is kind of forgetting that Woodley just lost the fight and he wanted a rematch with Usman. Either they made a deal, or title aspirations came before this friendship, because Ben is now chasing a title fight.
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I met Ben Askren today in London and shook his hand. My right hand has the funk.
vow to never wash it again
I liked your comment with my hand. Congratulations, you now have The Funk.
I bet you're hand is broken
Can you bless me with some funk 🙏
Haha
Askren is playing every card right and i fucking love it. The savior of the ufc
Ben is a master persuader
Glass Vids - Trump 2020 with Ben Askren as VP
@@domzbu Landslide
I love this dude. It sucks I had to watch him waste years and years of his career in ONE and Bellator. He had some good fights but UFC 170 would’ve been so much more fun with him, especially against Georges and Rory.
@that dudeGSP would have given him trouble, he's so well rounded idk if he could have beaten him or not. He would have given GSP trouble too tho.
Ben "My sandals gets more attention than Till" Askren
😂😂😂😂
I can't believe he said that beating till would Elevate his status. Robbie Lawler is way tougher than punk-ass Darren till and he has fought and beaten a lot stiffer competition than till...Till is a nobody
@@struggle-dad6715 i guess he was just about the rankings
@@struggle-dad6715 You have no clue what the fuck youre talking about.
@@struggle-dad6715 at this point in their careers till would ko robbie.
Ben stealing the show again and this time funky is not even fighting 👊
P0ETICsin Just like Covington did last card
@@rayrice4481 Colby did ok but Ben destroyed
@@theclawyaww3740 Colby was in Vegas the whole week and even twice on Ariel ESPN in a 7 days period. Also Colby did few interviews with Brett, Aaron for TSN, Submission radio and James Lynch. Colby was buzzing that entire week, meanwhile Askren just jumped on a Friday with few appearances. Also Askren did a Q&A for the UFC (UFC sent him). UFC didn't invest any money in Colby and he's killing it alone.
Theclaw Yaww Well he got himself a title shot... So I think Covington did better
Funk time!!!
This Greek statue came to life just to troll the ufc
Greek statue with dad bod
They gonna use his skull in some statue at the Caesar palace in Vegas
Greek warrior with perfect greek fighting style
HAHAHAHA
@@stevendub4156 your mom is your dad
Ben is awesome, killing every single piece of media he does with both wit, charm and refreshing honesty. Welcome to London from a local 😎.
I second that mate! He is a breath of fresh air to UFC. Very intelligent and witty guy. Also created new moves and a style for wrstling.
Junior Balls he’s not charming at all. He’s annoying and before spouting off anymore, he may want to finish his first fight. You know why Dana can’t stand the guy, but he does bring a lot of attention to the UFC because mma fans are still wondering why he’s in the UFC. He got a kickass fight and it ended in major controversy, he calls himself a competitor, but he’s good with an asterisk by his name. Explain that. Makes no damn sense for someone who says he wants to climb the ladder.
@@mishmash3968 You are more than welcome to your opinion, but (surprise) I disagree. Neither Askren or Lawlor want it. Only people who seem to want him to lose want it? It's bizarre. If Robbie wins, then they'd have to do it again, and they're friends. If Ben wins then what has he gained? Nada. Just because it wasn't the result you were looking for doesn't mean a re-run should happen, there are loads of opportunities for Ben to lose to someone he doesn't get on with.
Can you repeat that 😂😂😂😂
I NEED to see another Ben Askren fight. ASAP.
Justin James SHIT ME TOO
Maaaarty...
yeah this past fight was my first and now I'm ravenous
Don't worry, the rematch should hopefully be announced soon!
I second that mate! He is a breath of fresh air to UFC. Very intelligent and witty guy. Also created new moves and a style for wrstling.
This is fun!!!'
As a long time fan of MMA it's refreshing to see a fighter seeking fights. It's obvious that he's sincere about what he says in terms of wanting to fight these guys. Askren isn't just flapping his gums.
Yup
Ben Askren is the best thing to happen to the UFC since Mcgregor. (Old Mcgregor).
Jack Neals broke mcgregor
Unknown Black male broke McGregor was a scary animal
Tony Ferguson.
@Irving Ceron Yea but arguably Conor's best performance (Alvarez) came after he was rich.
@@slimbrady6691 that was McGregor in super saiyan mode. That was crazy to watch.
Ben seems to bring the best out of most of the interviewers he shared the mic with
Brett Okomoto is killing the game lately. Very good style in his interviews
Ben is breath of fresh air....love this guy
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He never brushes his teeth
Nicole Reyes facts
Hes a cringy trash talking one dimensional bum, we have had alot of them in the UFC.
@@ConnorH2111 yup Conor McGregor.
If ben had lost is the way robbie had, there is no way Dana would be saying rematch.
Transcendence Studios nah
your probs right but you cant say that ben beat robbie. Ben got really lucky in that fight well have to see in his next fight exactly how good he is
Dead on true
Don Galloway you can call it Luck I call it skill, getting someone in a bulldog choke ain’t easy
EM Baller it isn’t, but, anyone can have a call go their way
Ben “ Boom roasted” Askren
I can't get enough Ben Askren. All hail DadBodGod!
P.S. RIP Robbie Lawler's Limp Arm
Paulo Ecletik sounds like you have some kind of hang up here man.
Lawler was OUT!!!!!!
Paul-E G'z disagree.
Paulo Ecletik you’re such a basic bitch. As if striking is all mma has to offer. Clearly you never wrestled or grappled. Get over it bro. Try to enjoy the more technical aspects of the sport.
@Paulo Ecletik How many times do you need to see Robbie take a catnap from a noogie hold before you accept the fact that Askren is just a better overall fighter? These guys don't have that many years left in the sport and I don't need to see Robby get choked out a second time to make me satisfied with the outcome.
Ben is gonna rain gold on the UFC! Can't wait to see him smash other heads.
Ben has HANDS DOWN THE WORST STAND UP GAME IN THE UFC[WOMEN INCLUDED]
@Mike i meant squeeze lol. robbie is lucky he is still alive there was no way he was going to escape a head explosion inside that octagon
@@rebelruthless3781 that's because he is a wrestler idiot
Rebel Ruthless that’s just factually untrue dude.
Rebel Ruthless yet he still wins. Hmmmm....think that one over.
This guy is a better promoter than Conor McGregor. Ben doesn’t have a fight scheduled and here he is with ESPN’s number one MMA reporter
I will click on every video with Ben Askren in it.
I met Ben Askren today and shook his hand and now i can crush watermelons.
If you wanna make entertaining mma related video, just put Ben Askren in it.
Im glad ben won but robbie didnt lose any stock. Best result for both
Alana Corbella not the best result for Robbie, best result for Robbie would have been a win. Common sense.
FirstTime Author there are worse ways and people to lose too. Alana is 100% correct.
FirstTime Author common sense.
Stakeaphobic Z how is a loss the best result for lawler? Common sense dictates that fighters fight to win, not, to lose to quality opponents. Use your head.
Stakeaphobic Z but tell me again how fighters prefer to lose. Meathead
Let’s thank God Ben Askren signed with the UFC cause he’s the only guy that wants to fight‼️
Lets get funky!
except he doesnt want to fight lawler again... id really like to see a rematch on that one... looking at all the videos askren puts out, it seems that all he does.. almost annoying really..
Stop talking about rematch. The man is too old for rematches. Give him the next fight
Lol! Who needs McNuggets when you have Ben!
Because Ben doesn't talk shit as good as Conor does
yea because "mur mur mur mur murrrr" is better
If ESPN keeps this up they're going to have Brett Okamoto in a tree house with Tony Ferguson.
Props to the interviewer. Like the guy a lot. Knows when to talk & has well thought out questions lined up.
Your videos are finally something different from I'm fighting for my kids I can't lose, and jesus and my destiny shit. Ben is undefeated and relaxed and has insight into the fight game.
so fucking true. "i just wanna fight"
the flip flop legend ben has done a great job in promoting himself lately
Benius Funkius Askrenous the Greek statue who was brought to life not to bring us modern day humans Old greek philosophy, But to troll and kick some 21st century ass.
QC M0nster this comment needs more attention.
The Greek statue has been repaired, Askren tells us about the business side of the fights I like it, he’s an intelligent man
Genius move by UFC sending Ben to the event....
@Senior Sergeant Eubank No, he was booked as a guest. UFC always invite one or two fighters to every event, have them in the VIP seats, posing for the cameras every now and then. Also, it's 'dumbass'
The UFC payed for his trip , but it was Ben who called the UFC to make the trip happen. The Genius of this situation belongs to Ben ...
Unless just paying for something makes you a genius?
Ben is a breath of fresh air for the ufc
I could watch Askren all day. Such an interesting guy.
Ben Askren is so funky that he doesnt need a seat belt. His funkiness is so overwhelming that even Brett doesnt wear a seat belt. If theres a crash they yell 1,2,3 yolo
I have to say ESPN mma is killing it
Lawler was his worst possible matchup, nobody gonna stop this man unless they rematch
TheMotoCrossGames usmans wrestling cannot hold a candle to Ben
I can literally can see everybody beat him, but i would never bet against him
Marty could give him trouble. Ben's for sure the better wrestler but Marty is good too and he's so damn big for a welterweight.
I’ve been walking around in London half hoping to bump into Ben Askren today lol
😂
ben askren is the handsome squidward of mma
Hilarious 😂😂😂
We need more of this.. love these kind of interviews
Love the part where he says " I tell the truth to a fault.... ask my wife"..
This is everything to me......never lie, cheat or steal....ever!
UFC Cash Cow Ben Askren.
60 fps was the correct decision espn. Thank you.
Dana needs to get his thumb out his ass and just give Ben the fight he wants or one other than Robbie. Ben has lots of fans , more than 75% of the ufc in my opinion. More eyes, more money Dana and Ben brings views
Yeah but Ben has real fight fans that will watch UFC anyways. Dana wants drama fans cause us fight fans will be fans regardless.
Mr.Askren cant wait to see you win title love your fighting style. Lots of love from Milwaukee wi.
Damn, he'll probably get more views than all of the fighters on UFC s London card and he's not even on the card he just went there to troll Till.
The Sonnen/Couture combo for the modern day UFC. Gotta love Askren keeping shit interesting in the division.
And new UFC welterweight champ Ben funky askren go get it champ 👊👊👊👊
Won't ever happen if wrestling is all he has.
@@blindguymcsqueezy7293 it's worked for him so far and he's unbeat so......
Damn, Ben Askren should move to New Zealand. He would blend right in.
Keep up the videos with Askren. It is a match made in heaven
The guy to the right of askren looks like the “
You was at the club” guy 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Bottoms up when I first met you 😂😂😂😂😂 you are a fucking idiot, you are really stupid man just say that you need to Shutup 😂😂😂😂😂 so funny
That's right, Askren is a champ on the rise
27:25 Brett is thinking of The Emperor's New Groove, best Disney movie ever.
Possibly, but it is a trope that has been featured in many, many movies.
We don't deserve Ben Askren
I do I want more funk action
Ben askren always wears clothes that say ben askren.
I cant help but like askren ,I've tried to hate him but it's impossible.
Freddie Price Why would you try to hate him
@@lilrewb4646 didn't no who he was until I seen the Lawler fight, and he sort off got given the win without really winning.
Askren vs Khabib needs to happen this year.
This was awesome!
Imagine the pressers for Till vs Askren, gotta be the fight to make if Till beats Masvidal that would be class
I love how Brett had GENUINE fun in this interview.
People are attracted to someone if they have an interesting personality/they’re charismatic , but people are even more attracted to someone if they are successful. As long as Ben keeps winning his stock will go up and up like Conor’s did during his rise. If he loses, he’ll stagnate or drop no matter how charismatic he is
Ben "I got Aspbergers or Something I can't Lie" Askren
Ben Aspiekren.
UFC FakeTaxi... 👀
all kindzz ofaction... alll kiiiinnndzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz.. Going Balllzzz deeep and laying some pipes in that bitch.. yeahh!!! YEEEEAAAAAAAH!!!
Tradition has it that if it's his first time In London and in a black cab if he gets his tits out he gets a free ride.......
Seat belts are already off
no one’s even talking about the fights anymore. that’s how big Ben is now
Ben is great for the Sport
Whenever he says Marty. I lose my shit.😂😂😂
Had Herb dean stopped the fight when Lawler was landing those punches it would have ended in controversy as well cuz Ben was never out form those punches but ask yourself this, had it went down like that. Would Dana be pushing Lawler to rematch Askren??? Doubt it
Askren vs Mcgregor. Made it happen uncle Dana.
@@comedianbradfowler - well said
I enjoy Ben because he displays intelligence, integrity, and respect
Ben Askren looks like he surfs on concrete
I’m deep on the Funky train. Dude has so much casual energy.
But Brett is in the dark arts. Something about him....
i like ben askren MORE AND MORE over time... :D
Look man. When the hype train swings by you gotta hop on the hype train. Because the hype train ain't gotta last forever. Always join the hype train and celebrate with us😀
Ben beat Robbie, don't run it back.
Ben "I know about his old college teammates" Askren
watched all 38 minutes. great interview. i am now an even bigger fan of funky
I bet his wife can't ever say she's not in the mood. Lol.
💪Ben will demolish till funky Style
Lmao same way he demolished Lawler? Got gifted a win. Did it look like Hobbie went out? Yes. Did he got out? No.
NATIVE LATINOS Fook TRUMP or get knocked out in like 10 seconds lol. Worst striking in the entire ufc
@@mysticmac5555 herb Dean saved Lawler 's life
Funk nation!
@@mysticmac5555 - You're pretty dumb. Herb Dean saved Robbie Lawler from getting choked unconscious. Ben Askren won that fight convincingly.
Ben "I'm not basic like them" Askren
Wonder if Ben askren has herd of crocs 🐊 and if he would wear them? Since he loves his sandles? 🤔🤣Ben review some crocs
Askren stays Grounded
No coincidence that GSP retired...didnt want any part of the funk!
He didn't want Woodley, he said it himself.
GSP was lookin for legacy fights
@@jd2151 Exactly. Ppl make it out like he was scared to fight him but the reality is, he would have gained next to nothing from beating Tyron, so why take the risk?
He was suppose... to be fighting GSP after the Lawler fight not Till or R.L rematch.
Dope to see this dude blow up
Brett u Up next Salute my g keep it up!! Smooth operator forsure
haha I love Ben using the "keep that same energy" on Usman now. This guy is such a breath of fresh air in the UFC.
Great interview.
Bret is one hell of a reporter! His questions are original. Great interview!
Colby says make the ufc great again, askren actually does it
Oh yeah, dad-bods for the win. Fuck sit ups, im going for...well gonna keep my dad bod lol. Boom! Funky
Do you know guys why Bens gonna be great on UFC? Cause he is real,humble,he is like your neightbor walking around with the dog,simple man,clean mental health,not just another "UFC rockstar",he is like he is,hate It or love It,but the showbussines need guys like Ben,not coke addicts,pot smokers or rapist
You can just tell Brett loves this shit. Shout out to Brett.
previously Ben said he won't pursue the title because of his friendship with Woodley. Now he wants a title fight and everybody is kind of forgetting that Woodley just lost the fight and he wanted a rematch with Usman. Either they made a deal, or title aspirations came before this friendship, because Ben is now chasing a title fight.
Brett okamoto is literally a good looking Ariel helwani
Good interview I liked how they involved his wife and got that insight too. Good choice by Ben and good choice of continuation later by Brett
Dana should appreciate this. Ben is trying to market some potential fights. Man's trying to make money thus making UFC money.
Ben Askren eh? I’ll watch, I’ll happily pay! Very cool character and very talented......GSP come back for Ben!
I love Ben. I never thought of him having aspergers, but after he jokingly said it, I can see him being on the spectrum.
The world would be a more colourful place if more people had aspbergers
Loving the London cabbie journey
Ben "I have asbergers" Askren
Jeez, plenty of ads on this video here ESPN.
i didn't see a single add 🙏