Joe Rogan‘s role as a combat sports historian has always been a magnet for fans, drawing them to his shows. His remarkable ability to vividly recall fights and moments has solidified his reputation as an iconic commentator. He is fueled by his genuine passion for the world of combat sports.

During a recent episode of the JRE podcast featuring Brian Simpson, Joe Rogan took the opportunity to discuss Bernard Hopkins, a celebrated boxer of the modern era. Hopkins’ remarkable success, holding multiple titles in two distinct weight classes, became a focal point of Rogan’s conversation. He delved into the key factors that contributed to Hopkins’ success, including his astonishing longevity in the sport and his masterful dismantling of Oscar De La Hoya during their memorable matchup.

Joe Rogan admires this about Bernard Hopkins and his fighting style

Rogan’s admiration for Hopkins stemmed from his exceptional ability to land devastating body shots, a topic that emerged during the podcast discussion about the impact of body punches on fighters.

When asked about the worst shot he had taken, Rogan recounted a liver kick as the most painful experience. The conversation naturally flowed into the Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia fight, where Davis sealed the victory with a vicious body shot. Rogan, however, emphasized that Bernard Hopkins was truly one of the best at delivering such blows. He cites his bout against Oscar De La Hoya as a prime example.

Regarding the Hopkins vs. De La Hoya fight, Rogan highlighted how Hopkins, despite being older, outperformed De La Hoya, who was past his prime.

He explained that Hopkins’ time in prison contributed to his success. Rogan explained, “You know I asked Terence Crawford about that (Hopkins). One of the things he said was that Bernard was in prison and during that prison time, he didn’t abuse his body. Like he didn’t get beat up, but he was training and learning and then he also developed this insane discipline when he was in prison.”

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Joe Rogan, while watching footage of the Hopkins vs. De La Hoya finish, marveled at the body shot that sealed the victory. He acknowledged Bernard’s incredible skills and recounted watching another one of his fights against Kelly Pavlik when Hopkins was in his 40s, emphasizing that people often underestimated him.

The legacy of Bernard ‘The Executioner’ Hopkins

Bernard Hopkins remains a unique figure in the world of combat sports. Notably, he became the oldest person to win a world championship and unify titles, achieving the feat in the middleweight division. His record-breaking 20 defenses of the middleweight title surpassed that of legendary Argentinean champion Carlos Monzon.

Hopkins’ incredible journey began in 1988, following a period of incarceration in his youth for multiple felonies. His career was punctuated by remarkable upsets, where he emerged victorious against notable opponents such as Felix Trinidad, Antonio Tarver, Kelly Pavlik, and Jean Pascal, among others.

Despite a less-than-promising debut, Hopkins went on to become a boxing icon with a legacy of achievements that continue to inspire the fighting world.  One of the most astonishing aspects of his career is his ability to compete at an elite level well into his 40s. It’s a testament to his unwavering dedication and commitment to the sport.

He has cemented his legacy in the realm of combat sports for generations to come. In conclusion, it might be a long time before we see a fighter be as good for as long as ‘The Executioner’.

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