Bader isn't a bad fighter but he never made it past a title eliminator and he got plenty of chances. He was the easiest fight for DC at that time. He was definitely not ahead of Gus, Jones or Rumble in terms of a title shot. Glover fell short in his title shot but he got his shot with a win over Bader.Bader has beaten Lil Nog 2x, Rashad when he was 19-3, Rampage, Phil Davis 2x, Feijao, Latifi, Magales, Machida, Mitrione, Moldavsky, Kongo and Vassel.
Bader is a D1 all American wrestler with KO power and 5 rounds of high intensity wrestling cardio. He's also a black belt in BJJ. His problems are mainly psychological and it makes him inconsistent. But when he's at his best he's very good and not an easy fight for anyone.
He's a damn good fighter.
The Rumble loss too. That's the thing when Bader isn't at his best he really shits the bed. But when he's at his best he's a very good fighter.I'm pretty sure most people on here never watched another Bader fight after he left the UFC. At least not until he fought Fedor. He's a tough fucking outing for anyone in the division. Jones effortlessly big brothering him early in their careers forever tarnished people perception of Bader I think
Bader isn't a bad fighter but he never made it past a title eliminator and he got plenty of chances. He was the easiest fight for DC at that time. He was definitely not ahead of Gus, Jones or Rumble in terms of a title shot. Glover fell short in his title shot but he got his shot with a win over Bader.
You are also naming wins from Bellator. I am talking about 2015 when DC made that statement. Bader didn't get his black belt until 3 years ago. Him having a black belt now doesn't matter in 2015.
This is true, but considering that they are the same age, and malik's accomplishments I stil find it super impressive.Malik was already retired for a few years, bout was an exhibition
Trying defend takedown that didn't exist. When you don't see a jab coming right on teh button, let alone whatever that strike Bader threw is called.
I agree with this and like seeing him doing seminars and meeting fans much more than competing these days.Fedor should just opt to do stuff that doesn't involve getting punched in the face. JMO.
Sergei is the first and only mma fighter to cross over and beat a high level boxer (malik scott)
The fight was years ago and no one talks about it.
Bader is 40 now and chinny as hell. He's been KO'd 3 times in the last 4 years, that's not psychological, that's when he takes a step up in competition. That Machida win was meaningless, he got sparked when they were both in their primes.Bader has beaten Lil Nog 2x, Rashad when he was 19-3, Rampage, Phil Davis 2x, Feijao, Latifi, Magales, Machida, Mitrione, Moldavsky, Kongo and Vassel.
Bader is a D1 all American wrestler with KO power and 5 rounds of high intensity wrestling cardio. He's also a black belt in BJJ. His problems are mainly psychological and it makes him inconsistent. But when he's at his best he's very good and not an easy fight for anyone.
He's a damn good fighter.
Bader is 40 now and chinny as hell. He's been KO'd 3 times in the last 4 years, that's not psychological, that's when he takes a step up in competition. That Machida win was meaningless, he got sparked when they were both in their primes.
It's the "got your nose" attackWhat the hell kind of punch is that anyway? A jabaroonie?
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First Bader fight was embarrassing... he got put down by the weakest punch ever.Feeder got flatlined twice by 225 lb wrestler Bader. Kharitonov would send his chin to the moon.
Looks more like a "shovel overhand hook" thing to me personally. Similar motion but from the opposite angle.View attachment 1043869
If it was a jab why is Baders elbow bent? Been training boxing and kickboxing since 2006 and never seen anyone throw a jab with their elbows bent.