For example, Goldberg (while commentating on a Ronda Rousey fight) It takes a lot of energy to be a rockstar to which Joe Rogan responded: Shes getting punched in the face, it has nothing to do with being a rockstar., Or when Goldie said Hes got him in some kind of strange choke Ive never seen before! to whic Rogan had to explain was a fairly standard rear-naked choke. Fast forward to today, Joe Rogan is still identified as the voice of the UFC, despite limiting his commentary to PPV events, and only working nine times in 2021. He is one of the only 'Double Champs' or 'Champ Champ' in UFC history. [63], In 2013, Rogan hosted the television show Joe Rogan Questions Everything on the SyFy network, which aired for six episodes. [93] He has described himself as socially liberal, saying that he supports same-sex marriage, gay rights, women's rights, recreational drug use, universal health care, and universal basic income, but also supports gun rights and the Second Amendment. Who Wins Between Daniel Cormier vs Cain Velasquez. This is the term to describe one of the commentators at an event. These actions are not only objectionable and offensive, but also medically and culturally dangerous." Alan Jouban may or may not have fought for the last time, but he has diverted his attention to a new goal. [140] In early 2022, the video platform Rumble offered Joe Rogan $100million to switch from Spotify. [117][118], In April 2021, Rogan made contentious remarks about COVID-19 vaccines, in particular claiming that young, healthy people do not need to be vaccinated against the virus. Give her bigger cards UFC. A post shared by Dan Hardy (@danhardymma). [58] The incident led to Rogan's talent agent expelling him as a client of The Gersh Agency, who also managed Mencia, and his ban from The Comedy Store, causing him to relocate his regular venue to the Hollywood Improv Comedy Club. After impressing there, he got his first live UFC event in 2017 and hasnt looked back since. As the Contender Series was her first gig, she was at times tentative and lacking confidence, but grew into the role as the night progressed. This gives the fans of the sport a fresh, entertaining take to look forward to. 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Pat was ESPNs color commentator for MMA Live and Legacy Fighting Alliance, which were both broadcast on UFC Fight Pass. From 2015 he was a color commentator for Battlebots, meaning his commentary experience and skill have expanded outside of MMA. Gooden is great as a commentator, but no matter what he does, the UFC keeps working with him because of his versatility and ability to learn new roles and perform in those roles. If youre an MMA fan then the chances are, youll have heard of the term color commentator at some point. She made her debut commentating for Dana Whites Contender Series and got the chance as a commentator due to excelling in her role as interviewer and presenter. Courtesy of UFC "I always believed I could be the one to do it," says Sanko. His most well-known catchphrases were hereee weee go! (whenever a fight began) and shouting it is all over! (whenever a fighter got a finish). Being a UFC color commentator can be a dangerous game. Prior to this, he was a sports anchor and host since 2010 for KGBT, Fox, and ESPN; covering basketball and football. 04 Jun 2023 00:11:09 [133], In January 2022, 270 scientists, physicians, professors, doctors, and healthcare workers wrote an open letter to Spotify expressing concern over "false and societally harmful assertions" on The Joe Rogan Experience and asked Spotify to "establish a clear and public policy to moderate misinformation on its platform." That hasn't been the case". UFC color commentator Joe Rogan believes the promotion suffered a "big loss" with the departure of former heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou, who recently signed with PFL. Rogan was born in Newark, New Jersey, and began his career in comedy in 1988 in the Boston area. Over the years, UFC has managed to stage itself globally with the emergence of household names like Conor McGregor and Ronda Rousey and continues to rule amongst the global audiences with their rising popularity. [73][74][75], Rogan is a co-founder of the supplements and fitness company Onnit, which was sold to Unilever in 2021. [8] Rogan later said that the main reason he accepted was to obtain observations and anecdotes for his stand-up comedy. Laura Sanko is an American ESPN MMA analyst and UFC color commentator who is also known as a former professional MMA fighter. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 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Press the space key then arrow keys to make a selection. in 2011, Dana White decided to bring him on to the UFC team. [128][129][130] This drew controversy due to multiple people reportedly being hospitalized after self-medicating with an over-the-counter form of ivermectin designed to treat ailments in livestock, which typically has a significantly larger dosage. [1][2][3][4][5] He hosts The Joe Rogan Experience, a podcast in which he discusses current events, comedy, politics, philosophy, science, and hobbies with a variety of guests. Following Mike Goldbergs departure from the UFC, Anik took over as the main commentator of UFC PPV events. As a former fighter, he also brought this experience with him to the booth, and his knowledge meant he would give very detailed explanations. He would essentially become long time UFC commentator, Mike Goldberg's replacement.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'martialartsinsider_com-leader-3','ezslot_8',117,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-martialartsinsider_com-leader-3-0'); Most people don't know that Anik was actually an anchor with ESPN for 5+ years before landing his UFC role. [120] Rogan acknowledged there was "some legitimate science" behind Fauci's view and emphasized that he is not a doctor and should not be taken as "a respected source of information". The competition in this list is starting to heat up, so John doesnt get many complaints for his commentary style. August 1, 2020. UFC analyst Laura Sanko will etch herself in the UFC historybooks at UFC Vegas 68 as the promotion's second-ever female color commentator. On top of this, hes always laughing and joking with his co-commentators, which adds to the excitement during UFC events. He was great in his year with the UFC, as he had a decade of experience in TV, commentary, and martial arts. [121][122][123][124] Part of the objection was that there have been notable cases affecting young, healthy people. Pat is a former UFC welterweight champion and is the founder of Miletich Fighting Systems considered one of the best MMA academies due to its production of 11 MMA champions. His opinion is well respected in the MMA world, and hes even shown UFC fighters like T J Dillashaw some new moves. [135][136], On January 24, 2022, the songwriter Neil Young posted an open letter threatening to remove his music from Spotify if they did not remove The Joe Rogan Experience from their service. Use left/right arrows to navigate the slideshow or swipe left/right if using a mobile device, Bisping achieved this while only having one working eye. He made his debut as a UFC commentator in 2018, and since then has cemented his position as one of the best to do it. In the MMA episodes of the show, DC breaks down some of the greatest fights and performances in the sport. John Gooden is a UK MMA commentator who usually works alongside Dan Hardy. "Three years ago, I told [UFC president] Dana White that I was going to be the first female color commentator in. Hes commonly known as Goldie, and for being part of the original commentary duo of himself and Joe Rogan. [20][30] The switch caused Rogan to work with the show's writers to help develop the character before the show was set to launch,[31] which he later described as a "very dumbed-down, censored version" of himself. A former MMA promoter who owned the company, HOOKnSHOOT (95-2017), Jeff ultimately pioneered womens MMA and had them fighting way before Strikeforces first female MMA fight in 2006. Young wrote that "Spotify has a responsibility to mitigate the spread of misinformation on its platform". [44], Rogan's role as host of Fear Factor led to further television opportunities. Daniel Cormier is arguably one of the greatest MMA fighters of all time. A post shared by Paul Felder (@felderpaul). [20] After a period of negotiation, Rogan accepted a development deal with the Disney network. Thug Rose!. Hes also a former Strikeforce champion, a six-time world or Olympic wrestling team member, and a 2022 UFC Hall of Famer (inducted at UFC 274). Whether youre an MMA enthusiast or a casual fight fan, theres a lot more variety in MMA than other combat sports making it essential to have top-quality commentators explain whats happening during a fight, and bring events to life. [23] In December 1999, he recorded his first stand-up comedy album in two shows at the Comedy Connection at Faneuil Hall in Boston,[40] which was released as I'm Gonna Be Dead Some Day in August 2000. However, since Dan Hardys release from the UFC, the show has been discontinued. A post shared by Dominick Cruz (@dominickcruz). What is a color commentator in the UFC? 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Florian worked as a co-host for MMA Live, which was an ESPN show. [69] By October that year, the podcast was downloaded 16 million times each month, making it one of the most popular free podcasts. The duo discussed various . He began his career as one of the most hated fighters on the roster, and eventually turned that public perception around towards the end of his career. In January 2022, he went on a "meat and fruit" diet for the month. August 28, 2022 admin If you're an MMA fan then the chances are, you'll have heard of the term color commentator at some point. [34], Rogan began working for the mixed martial arts promotion Ultimate Fighting Championship as a backstage and post-fight interviewer. May 26, 2023 11:00 am ET. Hardy is the one who provides most of the key fight analysis in the prementioned YouTube show. In 1997, he started working for the UFC as an interviewer and color commentator. If youre after information from a UFC commentator, then there isnt better than Dan Hardy. Required fields are marked *. [131] CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Sanjay Gupta later admitted during a podcast "They [CNN] shouldn't have said that". His clear friendship with the likes of Daniel Cormier and Joe Rogan has made the commentary always fun . The UFC's current color commentator Jon Anik has done an incredible job since joining the UFC in 2011. The color commentator acts as a sidekick for these and basically fills in the color, which is where the term comes from. Obviously, if a fighter is badly losing then its still their job to point this out. The color commentator will fill in every now and then and add more color and depth to what is going on. Anik brings a lot of energy and enthusiasm to his work, which makes him one of the best commentators. This is the term to describe one of the commentators at an event. So, imagine the main commentator tells most of the story. What makes him so good as a commentator and analyst is his logical and concise communication, as well as his experience from his fighting career, his coaching of UK fighters, and his many years working within MMA as an analyst and commentator. I was told: 'Show nudity, and we'll blur it out. Rogan later said that every comic he had talked to was happy and thankful that he did it,[53] and went on to sign with William Morris Agency. He would often recall little pieces of information during commentary, that hed heard from fighters or coaches in the run-up to fights. [8][29] The role was originally set to be played by actor Ray Romano, but Romano was let go from the cast after one rehearsal and Rogan was brought in. Spotify obtained exclusive distribution rights to The Joe Rogan Experience in 2020 for US$200million. A post shared by Dominick Cruz (@dominickcruz). 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[36] He became interested in Brazilian jiu-jitsu in 1994 after watching Royce Gracie fight at UFC 2: No Way Out, and landed the position at the organization as Sussman was friends with its co-creator and original producer, Campbell McLaren. Originally, Anik was honestly a bit bland for a lot of fans at first. 5 min. From shouting out completly false statements, to saying ridiculous things, he wasnt always the most professional guy around. Daniel Cormier 2. She has worked incredibly hard to prove herself and get to this position and I couldnt be prouder to have her calling the action.. One out of place sentence in a commentators analysis is likely to be remembered by fans for years! [53][54], In 2005, Rogan wrote a blog entry on his website accusing comedian Carlos Mencia of joke thievery, a claim he had made since 1993. [127] Rogan criticized CNN for describing ivermectin as a "horse dewormer". 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Martialartsinsider.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. When Rose Manajunas defeated Joanna Jedrzejczyk to become the womens strawweight champion, DC couldnt help himself but stand up from the commentary desk and start chating Thug Rose! A color commentator or expert commentator is a sports commentator who assists the main (play-by-play) commentator, typically by filling in when play is not in progress. I don't hate the guy. Nothing bad ever really happened to me. He took over Mike Goldbergs role as the play-by-play commentator and has excelled in the role; with his ability to call whats happening during fights and allow the color commentators to add depth. This is another area where Cruz is yet to dominate, as fans regularly take to social media during fight nights to complain about his whiney demeanour. Unfortunately, Florian lost these same fans when he admitted to having plagiarised a part of his Fox Sports MMA preview article, from another analyst. Paul felder 4. https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2023/01/ufc-news-laura-sanko-to-become-first-female-color-commentator-modern-era-fight-night-218, UFC broadcaster Laura Sanko opens up on dealing with critics who judge work based on looks, the goal she set out to accomplish in 2022, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Congratulations @laura_sanko for being the FIRST female color commentator for the Zuffa era! From commentating, to in-cage interviews, and everything in between. Rogan believed Snipes needed a quick payout to alleviate his debt. There is no doubt shell do the same in this elevated opportunity as the first-ever female color commentator at the UFC during the Zuffa era. Dan Hardy 5. When the UFC was sold in 2016, for $4 billion to WME-IMG, Goldberg was let go from the company. Now, she will realize the goal she set out to accomplish in 2022. In 2002, he appeared on the episode "A Beautiful Mind" of Just Shoot Me as Chris, the boyfriend of lead character Maya Gallo. Hes by far the most famous of all UFC commentators and one of the most known people in the UFC altogether. You could say that these are the main commentators who do the majority of the talking. That's like saying Italians aren't into pizza. Joe has a naturally entertaining voice to listen to, and he knows how to inject drama into a fight, qualities which make him one of the best commentators in the business. What is the Issue? [92] Rogan has said that he holds a wide variety of political views and does not easily fall on any particular side of the political spectrum. He doesnt bring any biases to his commentary, and you can tell hes well-researched on the fighters. He released his first comedy special, I'm Gonna Be Dead Someday, in 2000 and hosted the game show Fear Factor from 2001 to 2006. A post shared by Jimmy Smith MMA (@jsmithmma). Kenny Florian is another former UFC champion, who turned to commentary. UFC 289 & UFC 290 Headline a Summer of Elite Mixed Martial Arts, From Cringe King to GOAT: Henry Cejudos Plan to Cement His Legacy in the UFC. In his commentary, John is always very positive and adds a lot of value. [93][non-primary source needed], Rogan has said that the Florida governor, Ron DeSantis, would be "a good president", adding that "what he's done for Florida has been admirable. [24], In 2010, Rogan accused comedian Dane Cook of joke thievery. [96], Rogan endorsed Ron Paul in the 2012 U.S. presidential campaign[97] and voted for Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. He served as part of the UFC gang from 1997 to 2017 (20 long years). His return was recently announced, and 'Bones' will face Ciryl Gane for the vacant heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 285 in March. Known by most as DC, hes one of the best UFC fighters of all time and is one of only four fighters to become a UFC double champ. Showing his value and the UFCs loss, Jimmy now works as a commentator for WWE. He usually commentates on UFC Fight Nights but has worked a few PPVs when required. Laura Sanko wants to leave mark on UFC history, eventually call PPV. UFC commentator and podcast giant Joe Rogan had some fun at Joe Biden's expense over the weekend. John isnt a former fighter but has trained in MMA for many years, and has belts in Bjj, judo, and karate. Hes also not afraid to let the fans know whats on his mind. Generally, a play-by-play commentator should be fairly neutral and shouldnt give much bias. A post shared by Kenny Florian (@kennyflorian). After relocating to Los Angeles in 1994, he signed an exclusive developmental deal with Disney and appeared as an actor on several television shows, including Hardball and NewsRadio. Rogan is also the stepfather of Ditzel's daughter from a previous relationship. [143] Rogan apologized, calling his past language "regretful and shameful" while also saying that the clips were taken out of context and he only quoted the slur to discuss its use by others. [57] A video of the incident was uploaded onto YouTube and included evidence and comments from other comedians, including George Lopez, "The Reverend" Bob Levy, Bobby Lee, and Ari Shaffir. In 1998, Hartman was murdered by his wife. The lightweight bout aired live pic.twitter.com/pV4TP3RPvx. He hosted the documentary film The Union: The Business Behind Getting High and was featured in Marijuana: A Chronic History and The Culture High. [132] Outpatient prescribing of ivermectin had recently increased significantly due to the unproven claim that it is effective against COVID-19. Michael Bisping Related posts: 10. On top of commentating, Bisping also hosts one of the best MMA podcasts in the world. [17] Rogan played himself in Here Comes the Boom, another action-comedy film starring Kevin James that was released in 2012. Fear Factor ran for an initial six seasons from 2001 to 2006. This could be added to by the color commentator. Fans agree John Gooden is one of the best commentators, but he is underutilized and is yet to work as a commentator at US events; which is the majority of UFC shows. Nothing had made me laugh like that. He recently upset Cormier by saying he doesnt do the homework before commentating; while praising Anik for the amount of research he does. A post shared by Daniel DC Cormier (@dc_mma). Here, Rogan could give his own opinion and say Yes, Jones has been allowed too many left hooks in this fight. As the saying goes, too many cooks spoil the broth and this is the case with commentary. What made him one of the most beloved UFC color commentators ever was his professionalism when announcing fights. Dan is another British MMA analyst and commentator, mostly known for his part in the duo package that is inside the octagon, along with John Gooden. Charice filming 2nd Hollywood movie with Salma Hayek? As a former fighter turned journalist, Sanko virtually has all bases covered when it . Nah. Rogan declined, but it prompted Sussman to send tapes of Rogan's performances to several networks, which sparked a bidding war. We love Martial Arts. Rushmore of MMA, he would almost undoubtedly be on it. Anik is a reliable real-time analyst, which is probably why the UFC have put so much faith in him over the last few years. [8][10] He also practiced amateur kickboxing and held a 21 record;[18] he retired from competition at age 21, as he began to suffer from frequent headaches and feared he might sustain worse injuries. [86], Rogan became interested in jiu-jitsu after watching Royce Gracie fight at UFC 2: No Way Out in 1994. Your login session has expired. Around this time Rogan entered talks to host his own radio show, but they came to nothing due to his already busy schedule. As a result, she has achieved a significant milestone in her broadcasting career. [44] Rogan took the job, saying he "would hate to see somebody else do it. Hes famous for his sayings during commentary, such as here we go, it is all over!, and just like that!. We are thrilled to add her to our talented stable of commentators and her expert analysis promises to be a great addition to UFC broadcasts moving forward.. [37] He quit after two years as his salary could not cover the cost of traveling to the events, which were often held in rural locations at the time. He could explain all the different positions and grappling exchanges very well to the audience. He agreed to host the show as the idea intrigued him, calling it "a completely mindless form of entertainment". The Ranking of UFC Colour Commentators. Hes a big wrestling fan and came close to working as a WWE commentator toward the end of his MMA career, before finally signing with the UFC. Because of this, some fans have continued to wonder if Rogan also holds a part in the business. [20][21] He was a fan of comedy from a young age, later saying of Richard Pryor's special Live on the Sunset Strip, "It affected me in such a profound way. Rogan, a successful podcaster and. On DWCS broadcasts, Sanko did a little of everything, from commentating fights, interviewing winning fighters, to announcing contract winners alongside White. Numerous speculations asserted that he was one of the initial proprietors of the business because of his extended tenure as the UFC's color commentator. On the brighter side of that, in between all of this, he was able to capitalize on his high fighting IQ, by landing analyst and commentating roles with the UFC. With the money he had earned from television, Rogan hired two people full-time to film him and his comedy friends on tour, and release clips on his website for his JoeShow web series. At UFC Fight Night 218 on Saturday night, Sanko will become the first female color commentator in the modern UFC era to call an official UFC event. One of the longest tenured commentators in UFC history, Rogan actually began his commentating career with the company without being paid. MMA fans are ruthless in expressing their opinions of the UFC team. This is because he doesnt have a US visa and its more convenient and cheaper for the UFC to use one of their many US commentators instead, Gooden works the European events. Later he would go on to commentate for PFL in 2018. He is equal parts entertaining and insightful and has become incredibly popular with the MMA audience. He is known for his outspoken personality, great fight insights, and fantastic humor. He brings the same loud, entertaining energy to his performance on the mic as he does with everything else in his life. Kenny Florian was seen as a breath of fresh air to MMA fans who had grown jaded by the Rogan and Goldberg commentatary partnership. [49] The show ended in 2004. He has stated that his personal experiences with meditation in isolation tanks have helped him explore the nature of consciousness and improve his performance in various physical and mental activities and overall well-being. The Nottingham resident left his mark after controversially shouting at Herb Dean when Birmingham's Jai Herbert was left seemingly out of it. [88], Rogan has vitiligo on his hands and feet. Longtime UFC broadcaster Laura Sanko is official as the second female color commentator in UFC history. [64], In December 2009, Rogan launched a free podcast with his friend and fellow comedian Brian Redban. Dana White has gone so far to say that Sanko is the Ronda Rousey of commentators.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'martialartsinsider_com-banner-1','ezslot_1',108,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-martialartsinsider_com-banner-1-0'); One of the greatest Bantamweight fighters of all time, Cruz was known for his phenomenal footwork, elusive movement, and cerebral fight IQ. In his fighting career, he has had feuds with Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic, and these two fighters were the only ones who were ever able to hand him losses. Hes not been doing the job for that long (especially compared to some of the veterans on this list) so thats why he comes in at number 5 on this list of best UFC commentators. Throughout his career he has fought the best of the best, and even though he was never able to win a UFC belt, he made his presence felt.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[468,60],'martialartsinsider_com-mobile-leaderboard-1','ezslot_11',114,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-martialartsinsider_com-mobile-leaderboard-1-0'); During his career he was no stranger to fighting through injuries. [89] In October 2019, he revealed that he is a first cousin once removed of My Chemical Romance members Gerard Way and Mikey Way, although he has never met them.[90]. "[154] Jonathan Greenblatt, the Director of the Anti-Defamation League, condemned Rogan's comment as reflecting "antisemitic tropes about Jews and money. [119][120] This view was criticized by Anthony Fauci and White House communication director Kate Bedingfield, as well as by several media outlets. You'll often hear him pointing out the 'underhooks' in almost every fight. When a premature stop to the Jeremy Stephens vs Yair Rodriguez fight in Mexico caused the live audience to start throwing objects at the Octagon, Bisping stood up from his desk, took off his mic, and started yelling at the audience to stop throwing stuff towards him. Mike Goldberg Mike Goldberg was part of the classic UFC commentating duo that included himself and Joe Rogan. However, he grew into the role and did anything he could to get better at his job and learn more about MMA, and for this reason, he was one of the best UFC commentators. He was one of the most popular commentators for 4 years until he left in 2017 to focus on other work, and fans were upset to see him leave. Not only this but he is a blackbelt in Bjj, and has a professional MMA record of 5-1, which he retired with after getting his first hosting role with Fight Quest. Laura Sanko is truly one of the greatest treasures in all of mixed martial arts. This natural personality makes him a great candidate to jump on the UFC mic! It's not going to make it. Michael is a former UFC middleweight champion, who got the big fights in his career in large part thanks to his eloquence and quick-wit whenever he was given a microphone. [37][10] In 2002, White was able to hire Rogan for free in exchange for prime event tickets for him and his friends. Its no wonder then, that DC has joined the commentary desk! A post shared by Brian Stann (@brianstann). A veteran of the sport, he was a UFC commentator for 20 years since 1997, making his first appearance at UFC Japan, just 4 years after the UFCs inception. However, other UFC fans were not so dissapointed and it is for their reasons that Goldie comes in last on this list. [28] Rogan returned to The Comedy Store in 2013 to support Shaffir in the filming of his first special. The UFC, Dana White, and Joe Rogan are always thought of when the term 'UFC' is mentioned and rightly so, as they are some of the few people that have been at the company for all of these years. [38] In 1996, he began training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu under Carlson Gracie at his school in Hollywood, California. If there was a Mt. Often, they wont talk as much during the round but may chip in with their own takes during the break. His current UFC contract expires at the end of 2022, and its almost certain hell sign another. Following retirement, she began working as a broadcaster for Invicta FC before transitioning to the UFC in 2016. Rogan also said that he liked Trudeau prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. UFC today announced that veteran analyst, Octagon side reporter and Dana White's Contender Series commentator Laura Sanko will be making her official UFC color commentary debut on February. Paul holds black belts in taekwondo, and karate, as well as a purple belt in Bjj and he knows how to use his vast knowledge and experience as a fighter effectively during his commentary. My grandfather on my father's side, Pappy Rogan is straight off the boat from Ireland. All of the above experience and knowledge made him great as a commentator, where hes very accurate and concise in his analysis. [114], Rogan is opposed to routine infant circumcision and has claimed there is a lack of significant scientific evidence for any benefits to the practice, which he considers not entirely different from female genital mutilation because of its nonconsensual nature. He was also very well-spoken, but hes criticized as speaking too softly, unable to be heard above even the quieter crowds. Known as one of the toughest and most likeable fighters to ever fight, Felder has earned his reputation. He has about 6,000 fighter cards total, which he saves in what he calls his fighter library. He was then brought in to commentate on UFC cards when other commentators couldnt commit to them. Throughout his career he was always one step away from a title shot before losing, and it looked like he would retire before touching UFC gold. "[8] His friends from gym and Taekwondo school, whom he would make laugh with impressions and jokes, convinced him to try stand-up. But recently one of his latest podcast got mysteriously vanished from Spotify but got restored later. He can also be overly critical of fighters and sound condescending at times. Sanko also stated that it would be a dream of hers to be paired alongside longtime UFC commentator Joe Rogan for a UFC pay-per-view: Laura Sanko shared her thoughts on Jon Jones' move from light heavyweight to heavyweight, and believes that 'Bones' will be successful in the heavier weight division. [56], In 2011, Rogan resumed his role as Fear Factor host for its seventh and final season (until 2012). [15] Rogan later said: "It was a great show on paper until a horrible executive producer with a big ego was hired by Fox to run the show and he rewrote it. [148][149][150], Spotify had refused to carry 42 episodes of the podcast when it acquired the exclusive rights. [22][55][56] The situation culminated in February 2007 when Rogan confronted Mencia on stage at The Comedy Store in Hollywood. [94][95] Rogan describes himself as a strong supporter of freedom of speech, and has criticized cancel culture and what he perceives to be suppression of those who hold right-wing views in the television and film industry. Kenny Florian is once again thriving in a commentary role and proving there are other places to do so outside of the UFC. Since leaving the UFC, Kenny quickly got work as a color commentator for PFL, alongside Randy Couture showing hes highly rated as an MMA commentator. [8][14] He was a Massachusetts full-contact state champion for four consecutive years and became a taekwondo instructor. Jones last fought in February 2020 against Dominick Reyes and has taken time off to bulk up in preparation for his move northwards. His great ability to give insight and analysis landed DC with the job of commentating on Kobe Bryants (RIP) series Detail. Harvey Leonard Dec 4, 2022 Longtime UFC color commentator Joe Rogan has named which of his peers is the best at calling the action inside the Octagon. RT @ekc: Laura Sanko is a wonderful color commentator. His intelligence in martial arts also allows him to give the fans listening around the world good insight into how the fighters in the Octagon must be feeling. Sometimes, there may be one main commentator who is accompanied by two color commentators at the same time. Gonzalez, Erika (April 5, 2002). When hes commentating fights alongside John Gooden, he has an air of Joe Rogan about his style, often shouting out ohhhhh excitedly, when a fighter gets rocked or dropped. Aside from his passion, what makes Joe so good as a commentator is his ability to relate to the viewers, and his skill in talking naturally as opposed to sounding forced and overly professional. Please logout and login again. This list details as many as eight things that the casual MMA fanbase may not know about the popular UFC color commentator. "[154], 2009present: Latest endeavors and podcast. [10][79] They have two daughters, who were born in 2008 and 2010. Since 2002, Rogan has stood alongside UFC play-by-play commentator Mike Goldberg and called numerous events. Joseph James Rogan (born August 11, 1967) is an American UFC color commentator, podcaster, comedian, actor, and former television presenter. John Gooden 6. Rogan has been with the UFC since 1997, meaning he has been with the promotion for almost as long as it has existed. It was produced by Ashton Kutcher. [115], Rogan has been an outspoken critic of trans women competing with women in all forms of amateur and professional sports, including MMA matches. [35] He later viewed his time on NewsRadio as "a dream gig" that allowed him to earn money while working on his stand-up as often as he could. Swear and we'll bleep it out.' A post shared by Mikebisping (@mikebisping). [72][70] In February 2022, Spotify removed 113 episodes of The Joe Rogan Experience over the course of a few days owing in part to some of the episodes having been perceived to have racist and insensitive language. [51] In May 2005, Rogan signed a deal with the Endeavor Talent Agency. We are here to provide you with news, views, high quality articles and more from a variety of disciplines. Due to his vast fight experience, DC knows how to break down fights, and is always quick to let viewers know whats happening during a fight. During his career, Dan had a title shot against one of the greatest UFC fighters, Georges St-Pierre, which he lost by decision, but finished his MMA career with an impressive record of 25-10. However, as hes not. RT @ekc: Laura Sanko is a wonderful color commentator. The signatories also note that Malone was suspended from Twitter "for spreading misinformation about COVID-19". Cruz is one of the best at breaking down fighter techniques and processes, and explaining whats happening throughout a fight, because of his high fighting IQ and experience. The first female on the list, Laura made history when she became the first female UFC commentator in the Zuffa era. Joseph James Rogan (born August 11, 1967) is an American UFC color commentator, podcaster, comedian, actor, and former television presenter. Who is Laura Sanko, UFC's new color commentator. When UFC 278 came to Salt Lake City this past August, the mixed martial arts promotion's first-ever pay-per-view event in Utah had automatic cachet with fans as it was headlined by a . People find his calm but enthusiastic voice pleasant to tune in to. [61] He was also working on a book around this time that he tentatively titled Irresponsible Advice from a Man with No Credibility, based on his blog entries on his website. [citation needed], In April 2007, Comedy Central Records released Rogan's fourth comedy special, Shiny Happy Jihad. It also brought viewers and legitimacy to the UFC, the fact they had a former Olympic gold medalist commentating on a completely new sport. He packs a lot of energy into his performances without being an over the top character. The promotion announced in a press release that Sanko will make her official UFC color commentary debut at UFC Fight Night 218, which takes place Feb. 4 at UFC Apex in Las Vegas. [12][13][14], Rogan participated in Little League Baseball and developed an interest in martial arts in his early teens. [42] Around this time, Rogan also worked on ideas for a film and a cartoon with his comedian friend Chris McGuire,[34][20] and began to operate a blog on his website, JoeRogan.net, which he used to discuss various topics that helped him develop his stand-up routines. [68] In January 2015, the podcast was downloaded over 11 million times. MMA Rules: Rules of a UFC fight explained. Jordan Peterson is the reason why he briefly adopted a carnivore diet. Color commentators can give more opinions compared to play-by-play commentators, The Top 10 most inspirational Michael Bisping quotes, The best knee braces for training MMA and martial arts, Everything you need to know about the PFL (Professional Fighters League), Khabib Nurmagomedovs fast food business M-Eat explained, Chuck Norris still trains well into his 80s, Entrepreneur Gary Vee gives advice to upcoming fighters. One of the newest additions to the commentary team, Sanko has made history as the first female color commentator in the UFC, as she made her debut in Dana White's Contender Series. I didn't have a direction until I became a stand-up comedian. In this page, we'll go over who the UFC commentators are, what they're known for, and what fans love/hate about them. This meant he could express and dissect fights when commentating. One of the lesser-known and least experienced MMA commentators on the list, Brendan has been a UFC commentator since 2017 when the UFC partnered with ESPN. [103] On January 21, 2020, Rogan said he would "probably" vote for Bernie Sanders in the 2020 Democratic primary, adding, "He's been insanely consistent his entire life. The FDA called this trend "disturbing". Sanko will become the first female color commentator in the modern UFC era to call an official UFC event. Formerly an ESPN anchor covering MMA events since 2007, Anik has been a UFC color commentator since 2011 and once the UFCs partnership with ESPN started in 2019, Jon was the perfect candidate to help with the transition. Despite his talents, hes been criticized as being biased towards his favorite fighters, and can find it hard to hide disapproval from his face and voice when commentating, especially when interviewing. De-throning Joe Rogan on a list of best UFC commentators is no easy task, but in this list Michael The Count Bisping has done just that. Your email address will not be published. He does the perfect job of a color commentator; engage the audience, fade into the background, and inform the fans without trying to predict the future. Laura has an amateur MMA record of 4-1 and has been covering MMA since 2013 with other large promotions such as Invicta FC and LFA, so shes passionate about the sport and has the ability to analyze fights and relay information to viewers. "[104] Sanders was criticized by fellow Democrats for touting Rogan's endorsement during the 2020 presidential campaign, including by MoveOn, which referred to Rogan as "someone known for promoting transphobia, homophobia, Islamophobia, racism and misogyny". Overall, Mike has a huge passion for the sport and his role as commentator, and outside of the UFC, he hosts his own podcast Believe You Me, alongside Luis Gomez. ", "Health experts keep warning against using ivermectin as a Covid treatment. Imagine Jon Jones is fighting and Joe Anik is the main commentator. "It's surreal, and it's awesome," Sanko . Hes very reliable, and works most events; as well as co-hosting his own podcast with Kenny Florian, known as the Anik & Florian Podcast. In MMA, you will typically have a play-by-play commentator and color commentator. [116] In October 2022, while interviewing Tulsi Gabbard on his show, Rogan shared the widely discredited litter boxes in schools hoax, claiming that public schools were providing litter boxes to students who dress up as cats. I was pretty nervous about my future. [8][10] He attended the University of Massachusetts Boston but found it pointless and dropped out early,[10] later moving away from the Boston area at the age of 24. [19], Rogan had no intention of being a professional comedian, and initially considered a career in kickboxing. He was suspended by Fox Sports and he hasnt returned to the commentary table since. For instance, Joe Rogan and Daniel Cormier are both color commentators. [93] He has also criticized what he describes as an American foreign policy of military adventurism. The Count is a former UFC middleweight champion, Cage Rage champion, Ultimate Fighter season 3 winner (light-heavyweight), and UFC Hall of Famer since 2019. [20] Rogan called the hiring process "weird", as the network had no idea if he could act until he was asked by Dean Valentine, then-president of Walt Disney Television, to whom he replied: "If you can lie, you can act, and if you can lie to crazy girlfriends, you can act under pressure. ago. The special premiered on Showtime in 2007. After his 5 round fan-favorite fight with Dan Hooker, in his post-fight interview he mentioned that he was heavily contemplating retirement due to being away from his daughter for long periods of time.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'martialartsinsider_com-leader-4','ezslot_10',115,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-martialartsinsider_com-leader-4-0'); He would go on to fight one more time as a short notice replacement vs Rafael Dos Anjos, and he would take the fight the distance prior to retiring. For fifteen seconds straight, he may say something like Jones just landed a hard left and slipped in to attempt a single leg takedown. [10] He was raised Catholic, having attended Catholic school in first grade, but has since abandoned organized religion and has called himself an agnostic. Whilst a color commentator isnt a full-blown pundit, they usually give more opinionated stances compared to a play-by-play commentator. In his career as an athlete, he first came over to the UFC when the company bought out WEC. However, Rogan initially declined as he "just wanted to go to the fights and drink". Raustiala, Kal; Sprigman, Chris (March 30, 2010). Its actually been around for a while and is also used in other sports and has also been used in professional wrestling for years. This resulted in allegations of a defamation attempt by MeidasTouch, which the founders denied in an interview with Barstool Sports founder David Portnoy, instead attributing the source of the footage to Alex Jones who was a recurring guest on Rogan's show. Last weekend's card saw a rare outing for Dan Hardy on commentary. It was a big deal for me. [21] The show, co-written by Seinfeld writer Bill Masters, was to feature Rogan as "a second-string sportscaster who lands a spot as the token male on a View-style women's show". Rogan is now famously known for his Joe Rogan Experience phenomenon of a podcast, but back in the day he was know as the 'Fear Factor guy', Tae Kwon Do State Champion, and Comedian.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'martialartsinsider_com-large-mobile-banner-2','ezslot_3',123,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-martialartsinsider_com-large-mobile-banner-2-0'); Rogan is known for his outspoken opinions, massive experience calling fights, and bringing personality to the broadcast. Jeff used to commentate for his own promotion before making it to the UFC. Felder is known for his blend of smart analysis along with his extremely likeable personality.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[468,60],'martialartsinsider_com-large-mobile-banner-1','ezslot_2',116,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-martialartsinsider_com-large-mobile-banner-1-0'); Anik is a staple of the UFC commentating crew, seemingly at every big event regardless of whether it's big or small. retired in 2013 due to having heart issues, 5 Best Cuban UFC Fighters of All Time Ranked (2023), Full List of UFC Venues by Country (UFC Event Locations), 5 Best Dutch UFC Fighters of All Time (Ranked 2023), What Is the Best Striking Art for MMA? His passion for the role even led him to commentate on his first 15 UFC events without pay because the promotion had just changed owners, and they were struggling for cash. The signatories wrote that that "Dr. Malone is one of two recent JRE guests who has compared pandemic policies to the Holocaust. 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