PBD Podcast Andrew Tate vs Jake Paul, Conor McGregor's Return to the UFC w/ Kamaru Usman | PBD Podcast | Ep. 341
Dec 19, 2023
Kamaru Usman, the former UFC Welterweight Champion known for his exceptional fighting skills, joins the discussion. He shares insights on his mixed-religion upbringing and the powerful lessons learned from bullying in childhood. Usman delves into the boundaries of trash talk in the UFC and weighs in on potential returns of Conor McGregor and Francis Ngannou's move to boxing. He also highlights the emotional challenges fighters face with wins and losses, and humorously debates matchups involving the Paul brothers and Andrew Tate.
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Origin of Nigerian Nightmare
- Kamaru Usman's nickname "Nigerian Nightmare" was inspired by other exceptional Nigerian athletes.
- He adopted the name when he entered fighting, striving to live up to its legacy.
Usman's Upbringing
- Usman grew up in a two-parent household with a Muslim father and Christian mother, experiencing both religions.
- He recalls his father's frustration with Mike Tyson's quick fight knockouts during viewing parties.
Household Dynamics
- Usman's father, a military man, was the leader of their traditional household.
- His mother played a crucial role in instilling respect for their father in Usman and his brothers.