While many UFC fighters and fans have criticized Dana White and the company for a recent decline, Joe Rogan remains optimistic. As a longtime supporter of the sport and White, Rogan believes the UFC is experiencing a phenomenal era. Despite the criticism, he sees a surge of talent and excitement that signals a strong and promising future for MMA.
Recently, talking at JRE, Rogan described the current period in UFC history as phenomenal, highlighting an exciting new era for MMA. He points out Ilia Topuria’s impressive knockout victories over two legendary featherweights, something rarely seen before in that division. Rogan emphasizes that newcomers are entering the UFC and immediately performing like top-tier contenders, making the sport more thrilling and unpredictable than ever before.
“This is an amazing time for the sport. It’s a crazy time because these guys that are coming in with one fight in the UFC look like world-class contenders right away…The best example of a quick rise to the top is Alex Pereira,” he said.
Joe Rogan calls this a phenomenal time in UFC history and believes MMA is entering a wild and exciting era🫡
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Rogan later highlights Alex Pereira’s rapid rise in the UFC, emphasizing how quickly he climbed to the top. Pereira’s swift success exemplifies the new wave of fighters making an immediate impact. Rogan uses this as proof that the sport is evolving and that, despite challenges, MMA is entering a thrilling era filled with exceptional talent reaching elite levels faster than ever before.
Joe Rogan Hails Merab Dvalishvili’s Unmatched Stamina
UFC Commentator praises Merab Dvalishvili for his incredible stamina and nonstop energy. He says Merab is unlike anyone else, pushing the best fighters to their limits. Even top fighters like Umar Nurmagomedov struggle to keep up with his fast pace. Joe says Merab’s endurance is incredible because he doesn’t get tired, and that’s why he overwhelms many top opponents in the ring.
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Indeed, the new crop of fighters has brought fresh energy and skills to the UFC. Some come with strong wrestling backgrounds, dominating opponents with control and takedowns, while others bring powerful boxing, delivering precise and complex strikes. This talent mix raises the competition level and makes fights more exciting.
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