The Joe Rogan Experience JRE MMA Show #87 with Kamaru Usman
Jan 27, 2020
Kamaru Usman, UFC Welterweight Champion, dives into the mental and emotional challenges faced by fighters at the pinnacle of their careers. He shares insights on the pressures of pre-fight routines and the importance of team support. Usman discusses the impact of social media's polished images versus real-life struggles, and the mental resilience required during injury recovery. He reflects on the dynamics of rivalries and the financial realities of MMA, while humorously touching on personal stories that reveal the human side of a champion.
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Matt Hughes' Relief
- Joe Rogan recalls Matt Hughes saying he felt relief after losing his title to BJ Penn.
- Rogan was shocked by Hughes' honesty about the stress of being a champion.
The Burden of Championship
- Kamaru Usman understands why champions like Hughes, Silva, and St-Pierre feel relieved after losing.
- Fans constantly speculate about who will be the next to dethrone the current champ.
Rashad's Wisdom
- Usman shares advice from Rashad Evans about making friends with pre-fight anxiety.
- Evans told him to accept nervous feelings rather than fight them.