Nigerian native Kamaru Usman reflects on his childhood in Texas, hiding his wrestling pastime from his parents. In 2015, The Ultimate Fighter bridged the gap between father and son, and Usman waged an even bigger fight - for his dad’s freedom.
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The desire of a son to make his dad proud is a powerful and beautiful thing.
Well, I want to appreciate the UFC for not forgetting their past champion. Even though he may not be in the spotlight currently, yet they are using his story to inspire others. I have been separated from my son, not of my own will, for several months now, I miss him terribly, sometimes my heart is sore missing him. But I just emailed this documentary to him so that he watches it. Kamaru Usman, what a son! What a champion! Even though his father was locked up for years, he never disregarded him in his decision making. Kamaru's mother, what a wife! Even though her husband was locked up for years, she never disregarded him or usurp his place as the head of their home. This family is a model family, their rooting in the African culture, good raising and upbringing, the discipline in the Nigerian family, all these things came through for them. I celebrate the Usmans abeg.
Not taking anything away from us man but a video like this about Demetrius Johnson would have been wonderful. The guy is a true warrior and been working hard in his early career to even be able to compete. But Dana is a petty man.
This documentary was done in 2021
You don't need to be a winner to be a winner sir there is always be a winner inside of you
@@LuckytochiOsuji😊
I’ve always been a fan of Kamaru but this makes me like him even more. Well done
This was a touching story, no child deserves to grow up without a father, no matter what your father might have done.
almost made me cry...
Especially an innocent father.
If what he's done is wrong, than he deserves to face justice for it. Don't do thing that'll get you sent to prison. Not every father deserves to parent a child
Man this really hit home, my dad was away for 6-7 years too. This was a beautiful story
This was beautiful. You got to appreciate Kamaru even more for the struggles he went through as a young man. He really is one of the greatest welterweights of all time.
I'm no professional athlete, but I know that JOY he is speaking of! My father was there and filled with joy when I turned my life around, joined the US Army and rose through the ranks. He was also an Army veteran, a stoic man, but seeing me accomplish what I set out to do brought him joy! Travel well pop!
The Welterweight GOAT…
100%
The competition he beat is much superior than GSP’s and he was very active and all his title fights were entertaining except Masvidal 1.
@@ripevanwinkle494 You're entitled to your opinion. Since that's what these GOAT debates ultimately boil down to. I love Usman. He's a legend in my mind and he always will be. He has one of the most beautiful and awe inspiring life stories. But, his case for welterweight GOAT is not all that convincing. 9 title fights, won 6, 5 consecutive title defenses. Two were against Jorge Masvidal, who was never a championship caliber fighter. His two against Covington (who also crushed Masvidal) for sure his most impressive defenses. Also one defense against Gilbert Burns ( who also smashed masvidal). Then back to back losses against Leon. GSP 14 title fights, 13 Title fights victories, 9 consecutive defenses, ended his career on a 13 fight win streak spanning 2007-2017 (despite going up and beating Bisping). He still holds many records in the welterweight division today, despite not fighting for the last 7 years. The entire premise behind "The competition is superior" holds no weight. You fight the competition you are presented with. New fighters benefit from their predecessors. Remember this In the years to come people will be saying the same thing, in and attempt to discredit Usmans career/all time status. I've seen it since the days Gracie/Shamrock, followed by Hughes and Penn, etc.. I'll be defending him then, as I defend GSP now. You rank based upon accomplishments and merits, not the time period in which they competed. Otherwise we might as well say Anderson Silva is a Bum, Liddell and Couture pure garbage, etc..
The world will shed a tear seeing a mother's love, but never appreciates a father's sacrifice.
Wow, what an amazing edit from the UFC. I love this content. This is now my second video from the UFC Chronicles. This video made me emotional watching Usman and his beautiful family go through the things they went through. It was super emotional for me. I didn't cry, but I damn near wanted to, like Kamaru said, haha. Blessings!
Not alone. Wooph
Not sure if everyone else is like me but I’ve been on a serious binge since this upload/reupload streak started like the last couple days
I cried watching this 😢USMAN ❤Your story is beyond inspiring
Beautiful, my respect for Kamaru is now doubled after seeing this.
I almost cried! when your African its just an extra motivation man.🇩🇯❤can't wait to show mama a different life one day. lets go Kamaru
Such an emotional documentary, i literally cried, we all gotta pay Usman his respect, and I remember how a fighter made fun of his dad being in jail not minding the pains the whole family was going through…. UFC giving Usman his flowers 💐 means a lot 🥹
I 'm not sure but that probably was Colby?
This was the best Documentary, I've ever seen in my life, We love you usman, you are a warrior
Beautiful story. Kamaru is a DAWG for becoming the champion and a REAL champion.
Such a amazing story never like usman but after hearing his story I really love how he and his father became❤
Was a touching tribute really liked it some people lose parents in otherways this was his inspiration
Every one of these chronicles is pure gold.
WOW what a story.... can't lie was moved to tears!!!
Man, that's a strong man. I almost lost my mind with 3 days in jail I can't imagine 11yrs in prison. That's a strong family.
This reminded me of my dad , i miss you Dad , Rest in Heaven 🙏
Absolutely Beautiful Documentary. Respect to Usman and his family.
What a beautiful story .... choked me right up man.....
legend in life and in the sport
This was awesome. Thank you.
I like these. Keep it coming
every champ has a story behind ❤. may God keep protect you and your family champ
KEEP THESE COMING UFC!! 🔥🔥🔥WE APPRECIATE THEM
I cried my eyes out on this one...good stuff
damn that was inspirational , it got a few tears out of me !
These series are top tier
This beautiful story is very touching and made me shed tears. The unjust sentencing, the adversity the Usman family had to overcome then his dad’s release from prison. Wow
what an absolute mensch kamaru is, much love from finland.
Please help to come to Finland, I want to help my family from suffering
Yo! This right here, emotional bomb for sure! Respect to the Usman family!
Im happy that people are starting to appreciate Usman. This includes myself. Legend
EVEN mma fighters cry😢. I love kamaru , nice fighter. My brother is in jail and I 😭💔
Blackzillians vs att was one of the best seasons and gym rivalries of all time. Hopefully fans that are new to the sport can go back and witness the growth of ufc and its fighters through those 2 gyms
Kamaru. Is such. An incredible. Man. His family? Are such. An extraordinary group of people.
Dang I respect usman a lot, didn’t know he went through all that. he’s a beast 🔥🔥
Man Kamaru is a good man.
❤❤❤ Legend Kamaru
USMAN BROTHER WE AINT FORGET ABOUT YOU!!! WE NEVER WILL!! IT TAKES A VILLAGE FOR SURE. GOD BLESS YOU.
Inspiring true champ
Powerful. God bless
You made me emotional us boys want to make our father's proud.i lost my father 20years ago man its tough.
Man, Great Story 🌹
Thank you!
Damnn respect man
this one teared me up man🥲😇😇😇
great vid
Blessed to still have both parents at his age
I love this stuff! Put this on the main page instead of power trash
UFC channel on full steam ahead I love it
Shit I never thought I'll cry with Usman but it did happen eventually...
God bless you 🙏
Bro this was a deep man I got nothing but respect for Usman and his family this was beautiful, powerful, story of greatness ❤💪💪💪💯
When your Hero gets snatched from you, it's difficult.
very heart touching
Respect❤
I still remember you in the TUF house. I am happy for your success. Beautiful story.
You are the real Champion african legend the UFC ever had
Respect
Beautiful
Dana finally did something cool for the fighters! That being said, family is key. A good family is the key!
Great story man
This made cry
Well done Sir.
legend !
Brilliant! Thank you Usman family and thank you UFC for sharing this.
God Bless
But the fruit of the spirit is love peace joy kindness faith humbleness patience self control
greatest waltherwite champ of all time. what an absolute legend💪🏼
Dricus must watch this to understand why most Africans (especially those who did not benefit from the Apartheid system) can't fight and train out of Africa when competing at the highest level. Usman is African like it or not Dricus...whether or not Dricus becomes champion he will never be the FIRST African champion, that road has already been paved by the 3 African kings.
@@davidzshit Whatever makes you feel happy sir or madam
Ofc he’s just trying to rub salt in the wound and act superior. That’s why Izzy was so upset
Exactly
Never knew this about usman. Awesome story
inspirational stuff, its a shame his father went down like that but in a screwed up way it was more drive for usman
CHAMP 🏆 !!!
Holy fck whoever if making these documentaries are on fire. Why aren’t these on the main ufc channel?😊
Man you might not like this dude but he is a really good guy
Good stuff ... people can say what they wanna say ! But he was a good champion 🏆
Inspiration
Omo I can’t stop crying 🥹
great story --
Man this got me. God is amazing!
Crazyyy!!
This was beautifully done! Well done to the Usmans!!
Good to talk about father's impact . Nowadays people seems to ignorant father's role in the family. Fathers sacrifice everything for their families but they don't get to recognition. Probs to kamaru Usman to pay a tribute for his dad .
Omo I was crying at work that thing touch me deep
I used to be an Usman hater but after he took that chamiya fight. I regret hating on such an amazing fighter
I had dust in my eyes this whole video
Usman was a good champion and is a good guy, I hope we continue to see him around the UFC
cheated all the time, pretty much his whole career. there is a special place in hell for those who use steroids in combat sports. dont believe me there is an hour and half video that MPMD did that pretty much verifies marty from Nebraska's ridiculous steroid fallacy.
Great job guys! The storytelling is amazing here, love the piece!
GLORY TO GOD 🙏🏾❤️
im not crying your crying
I hope Kamaru joins The PFL and becomes champ again. His rematch with Leon...who I also really like...was so close IMHO. If that match were in Vegas? Maybe the nod goes to Kamaru.
Along with great people come great stories. This is an awesome story.
Hmmm don’t know what to believe about his father but Usman was a great champion no doubt. Only second to GSP for welterweight GOAT status.
Too short 😢😢
4:52 hegained like 40 lbs of muscle senior year holy shit hahahah
growth spurt, or finally hit puberty lol
Colby made fun of Usmans dad leading up to their 2nd fight, called him a jailbird & whatnot. I dont blame Masvidal for beating the brakes off him after he talked about his family