Cory Sandhagen discusses win vs. Marlon Vera, why he called out Merab Dvalishvili | UFC Post Show
2023 ж. 24 Нау.
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Megan Olivi interviews Cory Sandhagen backstage at #UFCSanAntonio after his split-decision win vs. Marlon Vera. Sandhagen also explains why he’s willing to take on fellow contender Merab Dvalishvili next.
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I don't hear anybody calling out Merab nowadays. Big respect.
Take the telly off mute then
Respect but teribble carier move, call out O'Mallley, i don't see him beating Merab if he can't catch him with a flying knee
@@onurhayr1937 He's in to fight the best, not the guys who makes him the most $$. Monetarily not the optimal decicion, but he wants to beat the best guys and challenge himself which does not equal to maximum amount of money thats possible to earn. Bet every fan loves to watch him every time he enters the octagon and he also seems like he's the type of guy all the other fighters respect too for what he does and how he performs
Merab is ranked higher, longer win streak and is his grandad of course Cory called him out but when Merab was ranked lower nothing but silence
@@crazypato3752 He'd gain a lot more beating him than anyone else, excluding the champ obviously. And there is absolutely no point in him taking a fight with someone ranked lower than him.
He is the most straight up guy in the whole UFC. Says the truth, stays fair, do the hard work and comes out at the top. Nothing but respect for this man.
He seems like a good egg, chill and nice outside the octagon and an absolute killer in the octagon. His "meditation" thing he does before fights is super interesting thing🙌🏻
His breakdowns are great. He takes himself as an ego out of the equation and details the skill sets and tactics that were applied to beat the other competing skill set. That’s martial arts. He doesn’t say like “I was better, I’m a better this or that” he says “I utilised this and that to combat this and that and it was effective You can tell that’s the perspective he takes to practice MMA and it’s extremely effective
Respectful unlike chito
@@joshchapman4753surprising to myself how people are mentioning how technical this dude is. Pretty obvious Corey is.
Ice cold killa baby!!!
The fact that a judge gave that fight to Chito is absolutely unreal. It literally should be investigated. Could be betting/gambling money involved. Chito got basically smoked for 5 rounds and you had him winning?! Probably the worst judge's call I have ever seen in MMA. Then a reporter in a press conference said he had Chito winning too when interviewing Cory? Like, are these people living on another planet? WTH is even going on.
Must be big fan of Vera
Dude I flat out started screaming when a judge gave him the fight.. sandman out stuck him double time, harder hits, out grappled him, had all the take downs… complete domination… The elbow and one punch were the only two decent shots chito got and anyone who scraps knows elbows can so easily cut the top of your head… That judge should be fired.
4 and 5, I can see the argument for chito. Clearly 1 and 2 were undeniably for sandhagen, so, that leaves only round 3. Which… yeah. Not quite sure, but not crazy to the point of match fixing imo
@@toziassmitt no way 4 or 5 could have went either way imo. Obviously I say investigate with a grain of salt but I was flabbergasted. I think you gotta really be rooting for Chito to see it that way but perhaps you are right. I would need to rewatch fight to be 100% certain.
Nah paddys call was worse because paddy actually won that and robbed his opponent but this is a close contender for sure
It's extremely stupid when fighters don't call out the judges during the post fight interviews after a bad judging. This kid got robbed against TJ and almost got robbed again.
Good point.
You gotta wonder if there is gambling/betting involved in that somehow. Or if possibly a UFC competitor is trying to sabotage the UFC's legitimacy? It literally looked like the judge wanted to change reality with everything in his power. Vera gotta absolutely smoked, wth is that judge looking at? I would consider not watching UFC anymore if Chito won that for real.
Adrenaline be coming in
That's different, though. At least the TJ fight was somewhat close, this one was a clear win for Cory.
Yeah man, that dillashaw decision was also really weird.
I’ve never wanted a fighter to get the belt more than Cory
Same. Kattar probably 2nd. Sandhagen definitely 1st. You can see how much that this is all he lives for, and he has a monstrous mountain to climb against elite wrestlers. I hope he gets it!
This performance and callout made sandhagen my new favorite at 135
O’Malley vs Sandhagen is THE fight. F Merab.
Omalley goes for the title
that'd be a dope fight 💯 but O'Malley is likely fighting the winner of Aljo and Cejudo for the belt.. Merab is the only option for Cory if he wants to get a title shot
That's the ultimate fight I take Corey in that but Sean proved he's legit and it could end up being a High Level chess match
Chito already beat Shaun
Masterclass as predicted!
He threw more punches and had some control time but took more damage, not really a masterclass and hardly impressive, merab mauls him
that wasnt a masterclass and fight was way closer than what most people think
@@dayday3688 more visible damage, but he landed the cleaner shots and landed more of them.
@@dayday3688 lul
@@dayday3688 Cory is also super light skinned, which makes damage show much more. Pretty self explanatory.
These judges need to be held accountable. Infuriating
What's the name of the judge
@@luckylarry88 idk but he should be slapped hard asf
That was absolutely INSANE. Made every other controversial decision from the last year or two look like child's play. That was one that literally needs to be investigated for tampering or gambling etc.
@@rastashake yeah most def
@@rastashake worst decision I've seen from a judge in years.
Chito is a hunter. his eyes are constantly on his opponents, waiting for them to sleep for a moment. When they wake up, they don't find themselves where they left off. Sandhagen remained vigilant all the time and did not give him this opportunity. good job.
Man's last fights are only scary contenders beating the dangerous Song Yadong and the sniper Chito and he's calling out The guy with the scariest cardio in MMA right now . Respect for this guy Marlon was right when he said Cory's a better version of Dominick Cruz
Panggil lah umar kalo berani😂
Don't forget that is loss against dillashaw was also really controversial. I think he should have won that fight too
Love this kid, the most under appreciated fighter at BW. Calling out the true top guy lets get it done Sandman.
Okay dana
@@naturesgrace206 😂
Respect for calling but easy meat for Merab lol
Fire that judge that scored it for Chito. Disgusting.
Chito did more damage with less strikes, there’s a way of looking at that as winning the fight, yeah Cory took him down and maybe left a little bruise on chito, meanwhile Chito split his head open and left skin sloughing off of his face lmao
Chito put it on his daughter that he was gonna win what a sad and pathetic performance
@@dayday3688 you score fights per round not per whole fight in case you didn't know. And I don't think a little cut of that round beats getting outstruck 113 to 13 lol.
@@Everybody_K I don't think it was pathetic he just isn't good enough got a great finish in his last fight which he was probably losing anyway he's good but not good enough to be fighting for the title anytime soon if ever.
@dayday Chito didn't do more damage. Damage means head and body trauma not visible damage because all people lump up differently.
How can you not like this guy, let's go sandman!
A performance and interview that gained you a fan 👍🏽
How can you not like this guy? So respectful and nice guy.
Cory is a hard working dude. I called it 4-1 for The Sandman
I had 5-0 sandman
Goddd I love Megan so much, not as much as 4yrs ago but she still gots it❤
😂😂😂😂 “not as much as 4 years ago” 🤣🤣 Agree with every word. Def not what she was 4 years ago, but I also love her still. Olivi > Portman
This guy called out Marab instead of O’mally who’s a much better stylistic matchup for him, respect.
Im actually surprise that Chito would last the whole fight vs Sandhagen This guy is so talented and very underrated
Boom, congrats Corey. The man has always been right there. He wicked to watch . Like picture perfect wicked. Go get your belt man. Cheers from 🇨🇦
Most guys in his shoes would've called for the next title shot and sat out but this dude is putting it all on the line calling out killers.
Cory the Sandman is Legit Humble and Great fighter
How can you not like this guy
The fact that one judge gave the fight to Vera is ridiculous UFC needs to higher former fighters as judges
Let’s go Cory!!! 💪 🇺🇸
I actually think this can give chito more confidence that he can handle that type of fighter even though he lost, he can learn from this
No he won't.
Coping hard lmao. I'm a Chito fan but that performance was absolutely dismal. Dude was going for spar. Cory shined beautifully on the other hand.
This man is a champion and will be for a long time.
Sandman is back🔥
i wanted Chito to win but Cory dominated that fight and provided the perfect game plan on how to. Of course not every fighter is able to fight like that for five rounds. Cory has mad cardio and is a helluva fighter, very well rounded
Big fan of Cory man !!
Megan's such a good interviewer
Ryan MC Hall is the goat ngl
Split decision was insane.
He earned another follower on Instagram lol good game Cory sandhagen
I swear to God if I hear another "slow starter" from the commentators. Im Team Chito and I noticed he was afraid to move. Good for Corey. You deserve the win. Congrats
What a man… top person, professional and fighter. Nothing against Chio but please, the judge that gave it to Chito has to be fired… he’s going to ruin a career one day
Masterclass performance
For some reason I had a dream that Cory would dominate him whole way through, sheesh way to go Sandman !
What a sparring session
From MMA to Boxing, last night had some horrific judging, it's getting out of hand.
Good stuff man 👌🏼💪🏼
You proved me wrong, Mr. Sandhagen. Well done. If I ever meet you, I don't want a picture, I just want to say you're a good man.. and if there's grass nearby maybe a quik grappling match?
His cardio was impressive. Technical master with striking and even his MMA wrestling is getting good.
Yeah a big part of his great cardio is due to the fact he is born in raised in Colorado and he trains there. Colorado has the highest elevation in the U.S. which helps train the lungs
Pleaaase fight Suga! That would be the ultimate stand up battle for the ages
I needed Chito vs Omalley rematch but Sandhagen vs Omalley would be a fantastic white kung fu movie! lets gooo
I love Megan olivi
enter the sandman
I wanted chito to win and was disappointed but I respect Sandy and I’m sure chito will be back quick
love sandhagen
Chito pulled the trigger with 6seconds left in the fight lol
In my opinion he is the best in the division.
Made. His. Case.
Cory!!!!
50 - 45 Cory.....Just like i drew it up....a masterclass....total domination......some judges are just dreadful, blind..... back to school Chito....lolllllllllllllllll
How TF did one judge give it to Chito? Sandman Dominated him!
What's the name of the judge?
This was my first time watching him fight. Ho lee phuck he's good!
Sandhagen was having TJ flashbacks when one of the judges gave it to Vera. 😂
Does anybody know who the person is that does the hiring of MMA judges??
Generally state athletic commissions provide judges. Unlike other sports, useless government grifters have gotten their hands into the fight game. Most of these judges were never fighters, and have no business deciding the outcome of these fights.
It's insane to me we aren't talking sandhagen for best fighter at 135. I'm an o malley fan but as O'Malley even says "sandhagen has legitimate skills"
Split decision?? What fight were the judges watching??
THE QUESTION WE ALL HAVE IS WHAT WAS THAT JUDGE ON?
How was this not a unanimous decision? What fight was that one judge watching?
Sandman vs suga plzzz
If sandhagen beats Merab no doubt he deserves a shot at the title
He should've called out O'Malley. Props for calling out the hardest fight in the division though.
Dvalishvili vs Cejundo Aljo will get hurt during training and Dvalishvili will be the back up . Sandhagen vs Hippie mcskittles aka osmelly
Gg'Ssssssssssssss I'm a chito fan but gg's for this guy
Cory knows Merab's the real champion .
Yadong beats chino easy this time around if they fight again
would love to see Cory beat Merab especially since Merab and Aljo won’t fight each other
Im worried for O'Malley now
Good to see Dominick Cruz getting revenge on Chito.
Boss
He coulda called out sean o malley but he didn’t Respect ✊
While I understand why he didn't, it's not a good business move IMO
Chito vs O'Malley 2 is next guaranteed
They try to screw my guy Sandhagen. The judge who scored for chito should be fired
Cory c omally would be fun
Hé should have won against petr yan... it Was his Best fight.
Porior vs olivera 2
My boy chito took the night off, didn’t wanna hit, guess he robbed the bank
The judge gotta be investigated
Chito puff lost cause he had to quit smoking weed for this camp in Texas
Was never a split decision 😂
a Chito se le acabo la chispa.
cory is our BW champ imho
Man just called out merab
He's too much of a stand up guy. That's why his last name is synonyms with botching you career on the Chael program
Men not women
Chito will never be a champion
Love this guy but Merab is a different beast he will destroy him.
Big mistake merab smokes him
what a snoozefest, man what a waste of an hour
Are you joking your just as dumb as the judge that gave it to Chito it was a awesome fight
Sandhagen is still extremely Overrated. Chito just got exposed as a fraud
I'm here for @meganolivi..
Judges have the easiest job known to mankind
Merab literally made it clear he's not fighting for the title as long as Aljo's the champ. He could've at least called out O'Malley for the clout.