0:14 "It went to a decision and I go whoa, what's going on" - Bas ... Think about this. Just think about it. That's how good Mirko Cro Cop was in his prime.
my two favorite fighters. hard, strong, technical... Warrior spirit and heart of a champion.. and obviously both are good with humor and know how to have a good laugh! respect!
back in the pride days fighters actually fought for legitimate reasons like the belt, their names, and especially for pride which really showed passion from everyone int he ring but now a days its literally all about money
I know Bas. He he so cool and loves his fans and really goes out of his way for them. He gave me an autographed dvd of his career fights and a sweet poster that he signed to me. The poster ses "To Mitch! El Guapo says, Party on and God Speed." Just the Coolest Guy EVER!!! I'm going fishing with him when he has time. I can't wait.
Mirko Cro Cop is a class act fighter. You may not like him, but you can't deny Cro Cop is an awesome skilled fearless fighter. I know he has got more legion of loyal fans than foes. Crop Cop is a living legend.
These are real and complete fighters... Amazing both inside and outside the ring/cage with great personalities and have respect. A lot of fighters from Pride have that: Big Nog, Fedor, Bas, Wandy, Crocop, HMC, even Rampage. Nowadays, there's people like Brock Lesnar who completely disrespects his opponents and the sport itself....... I'm not saying that there aren't any new good and respectful fighters, because there are, like Shane Carwin for example. But we just need more of these guys :).
I miss this time :( I'm not talking about the competition point a view, but what pride had that UFC will never have, is that big familly value, from fighters, to management, and jounalists, it was alla a tight familly
@deathfrombelow22 agreed 100% its nice to see a fighter that knows when their time is passed instead of a fighter that hangs around for a few extra years being a punching bag for all the new talent
Both are great fighters, CroCop gotta be the favourite tho since he got such nice left kicks. Now he showed us another side of himself and thats raise the respect for him!
Imagine the fight that would have taken place if these two guys stepped into the ring to face each other at their primes. I feel that the size and weight advantage Cro Cop would have had would have given him the win but who knows!
he isnt out of shape and didnt gained belly.... he said that he wanted to gain some weight to be a powerful heavy weight, he just gained muscle mass .. he said that he can bench press more than ever
crocop is one of a kind fighter...no one in mma has his kicks...take down d...strikes...and his presence in the ring...missing pride and the old fighters!
@TheFighter7490 i have only seen one or two interviews of him speaking croation, actually most are in English and it seems he is fluent (as you can see here) Love this interview btw
i dont know how much pride fighters got paid, but for a big fighter in the UFC, per fight/main even the fights get paid around 200,000 dollars. thats still a lot of money.
Back to Orthodoxy Brenden Scheab or whatever his name is said he saw Crocop’s cheque for $10,000 after one of their MMA fights, not exactly big money for getting your head kicked in on the regular
yeah I took my car from my town to southern France, then Italy, TOrino, Milan, and venice that slovenia, croatia to motnenegro then back to croatia, bosnia, serbia, back to Croatia to vinkovci and vukovar :( then hungary, then zagreb, then back to motvun, and rovijn, then back to home :( lol the croatian coast is just wonderful
Well I'm glad to see you are already aquainted with MMA and these fighter's history. Cro cop has taken alot of big hits to the skull during his K-1 career, Bas has been out of in and out of competition for the most recent period of his life due to injury, though I doubt either would be an easy win. If they were to face each other in any combat sport, it would be a thrilling stand up battle, but where and why would these 2 possibly meet (to fight)?
I don't know why you got thumbed down, because you're right, alot of the counter striking perries, slips, head weaving, IS FROM boxing, sure boxers who haven't been trained in anything else but boxing are coming to the octagon to lose, but that doesn't mean boxing doesn't teach you good stand up game.
can't believe it. Fedor and Crocop both i like.. whats the fuss here. Anyone could lose and its what these fighters bring to the sport that is important. Bas gave us the liver shot...yah!!!!
I don't understand why he doesn't fight at light heavyweight in the UFC. There's a fine line from being tough and just making a bad choice, and it seems like that's what he's doing by continuing to fight at heavyweight.
in their primes a fight between them would have been cool. the perfect liver kick vs. the perfect high kick. who would win? i wouldn't care because i like them both!
What does Mirko say at 2:25? Sounds like he says "when you appeared through the door you reminded me of my grandfather." Anyways, 2 legends. Both are among my favorite fighters and role models ever.
didn't know you could fit that much badass on one couch.
Two class acts. I've always admired and respected the mature fighters like CroCop who didn't trash talk and showed great respect for their opponents.
And he's one hell of a jokester by the way.
Yes, I've seen that side of him as well. Great sense of humour.
Japanese culture is very polite and respectful. The USA... not so much.
I totally agree both crocop and bas were like this during there fights. Always worried if there opponents were hurt
Goddamn, I wish MMA could go back to these days. The nostalgia is killing me. Real authentic people.
Those two going night out would scare all the bouncers out there.
yeah ubeream put 5 bouncer in the hospital during a riod rage
Mirco is training special forces in Croatia..for many many years now...there are no bouncers that would go one on one against him..
elkey1000 I would dunk my own head in his beer to save him the trouble of throwing it on me out of respect
@@70mjc LMFAO that was fucking hilarious.
You got to love Bas Ruten
what i adore is how pure their soul is as fighters and men
2:17 One of the few men to take a jab at Bas and come back unscathed.
Yeah he could have tried. but he wouldn’t have come far i can assure you that
@@ferhatdbz5903 Lol
Bas in an intelligent man that has control and confidence. He would not snap because of a stupid suit joke, for sure.
These are two really great guys and legendary fighters right here.
One of my all time favorite MMA interviews, makes me so happy seeing these two legends having a laugh together
I love how bas can take a joke. What a cool customer.
He took it on the chins
bas rutten had the best answer to mirkos joke about his suit :D a family man hahahahahhahahahah great guys
Pride FC and Pancrase Forever!
Bas and Mirko are the Greats!
2 of the most respectable guys in MMA.
0:14 "It went to a decision and I go whoa, what's going on" - Bas ... Think about this. Just think about it. That's how good Mirko Cro Cop was in his prime.
Two of the best hands down
Mirko mirko!!!!! Bas and mirko wow 2 of the best!
Noway my 2 favourite strikers ANIMALS!
bas and mirko are legend!
mirko only
@@strahinjamarkovic7628 no
@@strahinjamarkovic7628 yeah, Bas only.
my two favorite fighters. hard, strong, technical... Warrior spirit and heart of a champion.. and obviously both are good with humor and know how to have a good laugh!
respect!
Legends!
It is impossible not to like Bas! Guy is very intelligent as well👍
you can't not but love Bas Rutten he's awesome!
Bas Rutten brings out the best in people.
Both of them are great personality's, full of mutual respect and great to see, listen to and watch them fight ofcourse
Those two would shut a bar the FUCK down.
And kill everyone inside
these 2 should be co commentators whenever UFC is in Europe. I would pay ppv just to hear them 2 go on a banter
hahahaha , i love these two legends , so honest and true !!!
the two best MMA fighters ever!
"I like ur suit...where did u buy it? because my grandfather had the same...u remind me of my grandfather". LOL
back in the pride days fighters actually fought for legitimate reasons like the belt, their names, and especially for pride which really showed passion from everyone int he ring but now a days its literally all about money
They fought for....you guessed it...P R I D E.
Very much enjoyed- thanks for posting.
Mirko Is a true warrior.
my 2 favorite fighters these men are freaking awesome in and out of the ring very classy guys.
Two legends of the sport & both have a great sense of humour, both well educated & sharp too.
This is a good video. Thanks :o)
Bas should do more interviews HE THE MAN!
Also watch Bas Rutten interviewing Rampage Jackson it's freaking awesome
You stole mah chicken!
@@steveblanmag7410 haha yeah that was funny. :)
2 great fighters, respectful,
nice to see an interview without all the BS special interests. Also lets sell this fight on PPV for only 3 easy installments of $99.99
I know Bas. He he so cool and loves his fans and really goes out of his way for them. He gave me an autographed dvd of his career fights and a sweet poster that he signed to me. The poster ses "To Mitch! El Guapo says, Party on and God Speed." Just the Coolest Guy EVER!!! I'm going fishing with him when he has time. I can't wait.
TWO LEGENDS!
Hahahahaha :D
That one with the suit was hella good. It caught Bas off guard. And that's rare :)
last seconds are hilarious. good vid!
Mirko Cro Cop is a class act fighter. You may not like him, but you can't deny Cro Cop is an awesome skilled fearless fighter. I know he has got more legion of loyal fans than foes. Crop Cop is a living legend.
That grandfather suit comment was great.
Great interview, Mirko was surprisingly relaxed.
These are real and complete fighters...
Amazing both inside and outside the ring/cage with great personalities and have respect.
A lot of fighters from Pride have that: Big Nog, Fedor, Bas, Wandy, Crocop, HMC, even Rampage.
Nowadays, there's people like Brock Lesnar who completely disrespects his opponents and the sport itself.......
I'm not saying that there aren't any new good and respectful fighters, because there are, like Shane Carwin for example. But we just need more of these guys :).
You've gotta love Bas and Crocop.
Grandpa Bas
Lmfao that was awesome, love both of these guys
@Poisongage lmfao, he was totally caught off guard, ha ha kudos to Mirko for that one, I love both of their senses of humor.
wow uploaded in 2007
my two absolute favorite fighters.
noone is as funny and badass as bas and cro cop is a great sportsman.these two are my idols.
Wow!!
He can joke in English.
I have no FXXKING clue about his beautiful language.
Great guys making fun
I miss this time :( I'm not talking about the competition point a view, but what pride had that UFC will never have, is that big familly value, from fighters, to management, and jounalists, it was alla a tight familly
@deathfrombelow22 agreed 100% its nice to see a fighter that knows when their time is passed instead of a fighter that hangs around for a few extra years being a punching bag for all the new talent
Both are great fighters, CroCop gotta be the favourite tho since he got such nice left kicks. Now he showed us another side of himself and thats raise the respect for him!
mirko je kralj svih boraca
mirko is the king of all fighters
hahaha Bas Rutten & Cro Cop always a funny duo.
I was sleeping in inhabitants houses, Im lucky that croatian people are really kind and welcoming :) and plitivice is crazy! :D
Bas Rutten you are so loveable
LMAO
These are the 2 most respected men in my life .
2:20 burn so hot that you thank him for it "thank you Mirko, thank you!"
Imagine the fight that would have taken place if these two guys stepped into the ring to face each other at their primes. I feel that the size and weight advantage Cro Cop would have had would have given him the win but who knows!
Great guys - i like both of them.
Of course RUTTEN is a legend :)
that made me smile :) cro cop and bas are no question legends and are good people no dought!
he isnt out of shape and didnt gained belly.... he said that he wanted to gain some weight to be a powerful heavy weight, he just gained muscle mass .. he said that he can bench press more than ever
crocop is one of a kind fighter...no one in mma has his kicks...take down d...strikes...and his presence in the ring...missing pride and the old fighters!
@TheFighter7490
i have only seen one or two interviews of him speaking croation, actually most are in English and it seems he is fluent (as you can see here)
Love this interview btw
i dont know how much pride fighters got paid, but for a big fighter in the UFC, per fight/main even the fights get paid around 200,000 dollars. thats still a lot of money.
Back to Orthodoxy Brenden Scheab or whatever his name is said he saw Crocop’s cheque for $10,000 after one of their MMA fights, not exactly big money for getting your head kicked in on the regular
yeah I took my car from my town to southern France, then Italy, TOrino, Milan, and venice that slovenia, croatia to motnenegro then back to croatia, bosnia, serbia, back to Croatia to vinkovci and vukovar :( then hungary, then zagreb, then back to motvun, and rovijn, then back to home :( lol the croatian coast is just wonderful
Well I'm glad to see you are already aquainted with MMA and these fighter's history. Cro cop has taken alot of big hits to the skull during his K-1 career, Bas has been out of in and out of competition for the most recent period of his life due to injury, though I doubt either would be an easy win. If they were to face each other in any combat sport, it would be a thrilling stand up battle, but where and why would these 2 possibly meet (to fight)?
I don't know why you got thumbed down, because you're right, alot of the counter striking perries, slips, head weaving, IS FROM boxing, sure boxers who haven't been trained in anything else but boxing are coming to the octagon to lose, but that doesn't mean boxing doesn't teach you good stand up game.
The glory days of Pride!! It feels so long ago
i would like 2 see, bas vs cro-cop fight, they both are my fav's, and are great fighters!
both of them are very cool
Lol they just dont makem like they used to.
Mirko my favourit fighter and one of best comedian
Cro cop documentary one of the best
Cro Cop n Bas Rutten two legends
Bas Vs. Cro Cop, another great fight that never was.
can't believe it. Fedor and Crocop both i like.. whats the fuss here. Anyone could lose and its what these fighters bring to the sport that is important. Bas gave us the liver shot...yah!!!!
Bas is a legend, but his eyebrows were undefeated.
hahaha. love these two guys.
Would you say they're similar fighters ? Hitting with power as opposed to volume ?
@Arodblade That is exactly what he said. His suit reminded him of his grandfather. CLASS.
You are correct.
I don't understand why he doesn't fight at light heavyweight in the UFC.
There's a fine line from being tough and just making a bad choice, and it seems like that's what he's doing by continuing to fight at heavyweight.
My favourit fighter and one of best comedian
@Obelisk3rdEye You are aware Fedor has a majority of HIS wins in Japan right? In the same promotion Cro Cop fought in.
in their primes a fight between them would have been cool. the perfect liver kick vs. the perfect high kick. who would win? i wouldn't care because i like them both!
mikro's face at 2:38 = Priceless
What does Mirko say at 2:25? Sounds like he says "when you appeared through the door you reminded me of my grandfather."
Anyways, 2 legends. Both are among my favorite fighters and role models ever.
yeah
my 2 heroes right there
Legends...
@ItsNotMyJob1 hes been a commentator for years in pride and he still is
from eastern France, you meant west from vinkovci ;) I've been in Zagreb too, and rovijn, rijeka etc... lol
nice to see atmosphere jak that ;)
lol, luv to see some humor from mirko! awesome.
WOW, Crocop made a joke!! didn't saw that comming
he's actually a real prankster
Hahahaha ikr maskevito
It’s a shame we never got to see Bas vs Cro Cop
I know right. I think Cro Cop would win though.
@@edgar22452 - Yeah I think Cro Cop beats Bas too
@@edgar22452 i like cro cop , but prime bas rutten would murder cro cop
@@JamesBond-yx6mk no lmao he wouldnt
Bas would win
I think Bas should be a commentator. way rather hear him talk about a fight than anyone else.