UFC lightweight Dan Hooker scored a unanimous decision win in his fight with Nasrat Haqparast at UFC 266 on Saturday.
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Big respect to Nasrat, man fighting days after his mother's death
Guy's Gastelum
❤💪
I am emotionally invested in all of Dan's fights and I don't even remember how I got here. Feels good for him to win.
For me it was the Barbosa loss. The amount of toughness and heart instantly made me a fan, then the Felder and Dustin fights solidified that even more.
@Colin Clark how can you be a fan of someone you think sucks?
after seeing the footage of him being taken to the hospital after the porier fight i teared up and have wanted to see him do well ever since
I remember seeing him on the UFC 219 card and thinking then ''this guy's gonna be something special, I'm gonna keep my eye on him''.
@Darren Reddix With fighters it may be because they feel inspired and/or motivated to push themselves in a better direction from watching these guys. Like all those people who'd see Randy or George Foreman and go ''man, if they can do that at their age maybe I can do X''.
Solid win by Hooker. I want to see him come back to the top again. That Chandler KO set him back a few steps but he’s back on track
Sett him back to the prelims it seemed a little harsh
Well said.
@@DwarfDt yea I thought he was gonna be at the bottom of the main card, I was like wtf?
Same here bro
I don’t think hooker is on his level and I say this as a hooker fan, Dan is a great fighter but he’s not on the same level as the top 3 guys in that division, even charles oliveira was in a very dangerous position but Charles has great jiu jitsu and can make you tap in a matter of seconds, Dan does not have these ground skills, hes good on the ground but no where near as good as oliveira
Hooker calling out Dariush and saying, “you’re a coward if you duck me” was fire 😂
Dariush asked for Dan *didn't call him out* after his 4th in a row, then 5th, then 6th win in a row. Never got him. Now Dariush is ranked #3 on a 7 fight win streak while Dan is 2-2 and Dariush would be a coward to take a higher ranked fight and not give Dan a shot? LOLOL That's obviously dumb but you have to call someone out these days I suppose so good on Dan. Why punch down.
@@Jace7077 There's context to it. Daruish and Tony are the only fighters in the top 10 without a dance partner, Daruish and Tony already fought, so it makes sense to call out Daruish since he's ranked number 3 and on a win streak, and with a win over that would propel Dan even further into a title contender. Calling a Dariush a coward is way to bait him into fighting The Hangman. haha
@@Jamirock07 Oh, I'm aware and agreed the coward stuff is marketing. The thing is that Dariush is currently preparing as the alternate for Poirier v Olivera. Unless Hooker can make a 1 month turn around, their times will be off. From there, assuming he doesn't step in, I think the UFC have told him his next fight will be a title eliminator at worst. I can't see that being vs Dan. Maybe winner of Justin vs Michael. Or loser of Olivera vs Poirier. Dan vs Tony in a 5 round would make sense. Both have taken some losses recently. Big name fight. Fan friendly.
@@Jace7077 Hooker isn't getting cut any time soon, while Ferguson's contract is on the ropes. Unless you hate Tony, I wouldn't go wishing for him to fight Hooker in their current form.
@@Jace7077 also Hooker and Dariush are both very strong and broad for the division, similar builds even. So I think this fight is better to have an outcome before either of them aims for the belt, but that's just me.
Well done Dan, this guy wasn’t no bum and you did really well.
he was no bum, but he has a bum
Wasn’t no bum? Yeah
Nasrat dont wanna wrestling
His mother just died….
Real talk 💯 nasrat no joke
Dan The Hangman is the coolest nickname in all of martial arts
But it's followed up by "Hooker"
@@1994mrmysteryman it's the funniest
Hangman Adam Page 👀 (Not in martial arts)
@@mikalbippin5410 AEW
C’mon man.. have you never heard of ‘The Sleek Sheikh’ ?! 😂
*Tremendous respect to both warriors* ... So happy to see Dan get the W, no more depressed while quarantined 😅👏
@Hello Tron Everything alright with you mate?
@Hello Tron Khabib is retired, Aldo is fighting the best of the best.
@Hello Tron your just a lil baby drama queen that needs a bottle and pacifier with all the whining about another man your doing
@@rickymassey lol
@Hello Tron why are most of khabub fans are sad little bums like you? And you seriously think he lost the Marlon fight? And ever since he's in ufc he has 15 ko/tko wins who the hell are you calling weak?
0:34 DC making sure he gets that handshake. Can't let himself get in a failed handshake compilation.
😂
DC was boutta come out of retirement for a bit 😂
@@kimiorahenry179 hardout 😂 he almost did in that split decision
😂😂😂😂😂
Yess Dariush vs Hooker is an absolute banger
So Islam survive hooker knee
Love Dan Hooker but he doesn't belong in there with Darisuh. Darisuh is a superior fighter, it'll be one sided
@@mikalbippin5410 haha Dan nearly put away Poirier. This Chandler loss got people tripping. Watch Dan put dariush away
@@mikalbippin5410 no it won't be. I say tough fight but Dan can win comfortably Dan's looses are competitive and are to some of the best guys in this division. Dariush best win is over the hill Tony . Sorry but i say Dan win.
@Артем Лобов no both have good striking too, Dan is mainly a striker but has good wrestling now too and Dariush is well rounded in both striking and grappling
Since his loss to Izzy, Kelvin's never the same. Sad.
Glad I'm not the only one who thought they look like long lost twins
Hahahaha
😂
😃
@@MaybeNextTime0 I don't think it's a rare thought lol
City Kickboxing is learning how to wrestle. They're gonna be dangerous
I think they already are dangerous lol
and they're moving to U.S., that's is even better
@Mudda Flippin Kombat same with AKA
@Mudda Flippin Kombat the mma part is obvious
They have trained wrestling for years, you just did know.
That Chandler KO turned him into GSP..
Do you even know what hapenned in Haqparast's life man?
@@thewretch4081 what happened? are you talking about his recent mother’s death?
@@thewretch4081 has nothing to do with his comment. But yes nasrat has had a sad life recently.
@@thewretch4081 Shatt up you drama queen..
@@blunt2heavy it does, Hooker was respectful because of what hapenned
Now we know Dan can wrestle..I wish they both get a bonus!
We always knew dan could wrestle. He's got 8 submissions and has over a round of control time on poirer. Also got multiple takedowns on poirer.
he's been had wrestling, he had to use his wrestling last year against Paul Felder who was hitting him with some bombs
@@MrRobjs83 It was only during a couple of minutes only, else dan was just irritating and made his nose bleed by using only hooks...
The hangman is 10/10 in callouts 😂
If you’re smart and know yourself. You call out people you can beat.
hes a smart dude, keep the ball rolling
@@tomevers6670 in his and your wet dreams ... he can't beat dariush
I hope people realize how good Nasrat is too. Man has a very bright future
100% and he's only 26
My man lost his mother days before
imagine fighting after loosing the person that loves you the most in the entire world! Nothing but respect for this warrior
Dan always has the best call outs. Good for him, he got caught against Chandler but he really is a very good fighter...Him v Dariush is gonna be a real treat to watch.
Stylistically Dariush is Hookers nightmare, Benny WILL have nothing but to drag Hooker to the ground and pound. But we all know what CKB is built on, anti wrestling💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
Dariush got denied in asking for Hooker when he had a 4 fight win streak then 5 and 6. Now that Dariush is #3 and Dan is 2-2 in his last 4 - Dariush is a coward not to fight him? Smart marketing but that's just silly. Wish we could get Dariush vs Olivera but Dustin is deserving. RDA just pulled out, maybe we'll see Dan vs Islam!
I love the face DC makes whenever one of the stars makes a callout. Just pure joy.
The hamhman to come back after year sale in his name on the couch atm you come oweing me ass
Respect for Dan with both his performance and his classy post fight statement.
Damn I’m kinda sad that Nasrat lost but fuck that was a good fight from these guys. And it’s all love from these guys. I love it.
He never misses the chance to set-up his next fight. Uncle Chael approves!
Much respect to this man!!! You do us kiwis proud brother!! 🇳🇿
Congrats Dan but gotta feel bad for Nasrat, man had a week that no one wishes to have, hope he recovers and come back stronger.
Glad to see Dan coming back with a win! Very humble guy, look forward to seeing him gain his momentum back! Congrats!
he become humble guy because he get humbled ... he is cocky
Good to see Dan wrestling, I imagined he would be lax on defense and eat too many heavy shots like has before. But he's a changed man and uses educated take downs when the exchanges get too hot.
He has always been a good grappler, but he just loves to scrap and throw down. If he works on his fight IQ he could legit break top five. He's big and strong for a lightweight too so if his wrestling catches up with his striking ability he's gonna be legit threat
He's always been a decent grappler.
Dan has the most technical call outs in the game. Always the highest ranked opponent he probably could get, and said in a way that makes them look bad if they say no.
"Dont hunt what you cant kill baby" is such an iconic line
Nasrat’s mother died days ago. He had personal issues
@UCZSJzyqJ--8RlrVIs-VOiqQ what?
@@hamedsadat3315 that line is for those shitty journalist stake out infront of their gyms and forcing the government to close the gym etc.
@@Algojo what?
He deserves it! Love ya Dan!!!!!!
💯
@Hello Tron ?
@@khaikimi6569 he is showing sings of brain dammage sadly :/ lets pray for his well being
Nice seeing Hooker find a different avenue to victory. Took less damage
Hooker V. Dariush would be fun after seeing that little bit of wrestling.
0:35 DC: don't u dare to reject my handshake
Lol love that they didn’t bleep out the KIEEEEENNNTT 🤣🤣🤣
Nz slang tingz 😂
The dude in charge of the beep button gonna be in the shit Monday morning. Totally missed the c word
The way you wrote they kieeeeent means you're a NZer haha
I love it when Dan calls out a fighter that's like 5 ranks ahead of him 😂 its that confidence that allowed him to deliver 2 FOTY contenders in a single year.
Dan will be no.7 now, no.7 vs no.3 it will be
Dan the man! Legend! Much love and respect from South Africa.
Why was hangman in prelims . They should have kept blades vs rozunstrick in prelims instead
Agreed. This fight had so much eyes on it and story going that we all know.
Been wondering the same
Blaydes and Rozen are ranked higher
Maybe it's because neither party was %100 sure the fight was gonna happen
Because Dans fight was only annouced 4 weeks ago and the main card was already full. Dan didnt mind being on the undercard
Glad to see Dan getting back on the scoreboard, you love to see it
Love the respect between these two, Dan looked hella sharp tonight😤🇳🇿
So happy to see my favorite fighter, get the dub. Let's go! Dan vs Dariush is going to be a banger. 🙌 🔥
when i see the fighters chop it up and congratulate each other, just makes me smile
Proud of Haqparast💪🇦🇫❤ Next one Inshallah
Dan is a future hall of famer for sure
For some reason am happy for his winning. Last time I was sad when he go to the hospital. He's a warrior .. much love from mexico...
Glad Dan got a win! - didn't see the fight, but thought Dan might get a KO since a win was long overdue.
I'd a feeling he'd call out Dariush.
@Fazzy Kahn I never understood why nerds like you use so many emojis, if youre 13 years old ok but older than that it gets a little gay
Always enjoy seeing some good sportsmanship after MMA fights. Just nice to see
I like them Dan callouts man, he knows how to do it. That Batman voice comes out at the end.
So happy for Dan. Always good on the mic too. Another cool call out
I have a lot of breathing issues. Idk sounds random on a ufc video but i love my mma mates... hope you all are taking care of your health 🙏
In Gods holy name you will feel better! Get well soon brother!
yeah it’s random, hope you get better though
Ay man hopefully you’ve seen a doctor! I’ve got some breathing problems too especially during my sleep and it was down to sleep apnea. Hope you can sort out the issue or at least figure out what it is! God bless
@@Njcholass I planned on getting into MMA but this basically stopped my career befire I even began. It's morning in my country and last night I could not sleep. Wheezing and breathlessness to a point that I sat up and almost went blank, the air stopped coming in for 40 mins, like I was underwater. But the universe has its ways I believe brother. Thanks for reaching out. What has been up with you?
@@carlosjuarez7522 thank you brother Juarez! 🙏
Greatest call outs ever🐐
this was the most gangster post fight interview Dan has ever done, this man is such a king
Love seeing Dan get the respect he deserves
Love seeing Dan back winning again.
Great win, Dan!! Congratulations!
@Jewel Jaida Bloodbath 100%
Love him and absolutely love a Dan Hooker post fight call out.
Love you Dan ❤️, I'm so happy for you!
Dan is awesome on the mike, love his call outs.
Nothing but respect to Dan.
Always good to see Hooker getting the love he deserves
yea because hooker doesn't always get the right kind of love
Kiwi takin un ranked fights cause he's a fuckin warrior. Going through this lockdown BS but he wants to fight. If you ain't a fan through and out for this man, you're a cas. Fan favorite 100 on this man...from the beginning to the top. Hang em High
Congratulations Dan Hooker. Close to a finish and always entertaining!
I can't wait till Jon Jones fight again so that DC can interview him. It'll be awkward moment for sure.
Or Joe rogan maybe, but dc would be amazing
He definitely won’t be commentating that card
@@KyleGreyshock he’s commented will Jones fought for his interm belt tho
@@KyleGreyshock he’s commentated a Jones fight before watch Jones vs OSP he was giving Jones praise the whole time during his walkout
Respect to Dan for making it to the fight despite the hurdles, and winning 🙌😃
Even his callout was a top ranked contender, New synonyms for Confidence would be Dan for me
Well done Dan, this guy seems to have a good character
Big victory to the hangman!!!!!
Respect to this man, he is an amazing guy. 👏
Much respect for these warriors
So happy to see Dan win
The HANGMAN with another fire callout 🔥🔥
Interesting to see Dan's standup stance - he looked similar to Izzy, hands especially.
Gotta appreciate these two for fighting in such difficult circumstances :-)
Dan "call out boy" Hooker lol, congrats ma men 👊💥🙏
Best lead in to an interview ever 🤣
On his way to become a legend. I'll see that dude's fight anytime.
Dan Hooker vs. Beneil Dariush @ UFC 270 co-main event 5 rounds same card as Izze vs. Rob, please Dana Make it happen.
Fuck yeah
I hate so much to see Nasrat lose, I’m Nasrat’s fun but from now I like Dan too!!! Respect to both these warriors
Another entry in the list of top NMFs. Dan Hooker💪🏼
Dan Hooker has some of the best call outs in the ufc
Class act, so much respect for Dan
Respect Dan, you are a legend and a fun fighter to watch. Also when the hell did your grappling get good, god damn
Oh I loved this call out HAHAHA lovely accent too. LET'S GO DANNNNNNNNNNNNN
Dan is an elite fighter !!!what a vicious kicks
Respect to dan ...he had a great fight ....
Good ish Dan. Happy to see him back at it
Its good to see Dan get back in the win column.
proud to see him win again.
Love to Dan from Scotland 🏴🤝🇳🇿
I love when he said” don’t hunt what you can’t kill”!
need this win. good on ya bro
Congratulation Dan. You truly a deserving champion
Great call out at the end, would love the fight between him and Dariush.
So glad to see Dan get a big win!!
Glad to see Hooker back in track. True warrior.
Well done.. I'm a new fan to dan.. well done
respect to these fighters!
Love the dariush call out
Dan hooker is such of classic dude. He has all the tools to be great. Much respect
Congrats to Dan, The Man!
Dan the Man🇳🇿👍🏾
That call out was so Dan 🤣
I remember after that Barboza fight I became a fan of Dan 🇳🇿☝