“It destroys LeBron,” UFC legend declares Ryan Gordon’s 54-fight unbeaten streak surpasses Messi and Floyd Mayweather
Chael Sonnen praised BJJ star Gordon Ryan and his winning streak record and compared it to other athletes like Lionel Messi, LeBron James, Floyd Mayweather and others.
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Chael Sonnen says Gordon Ryan's undefeated streak beats the records of Messi, Floyd Mayweather and others ( Image via Imago )
Gordon Ryan is a well-known figure in grappling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He has gained recognition for his exceptional skills in no-gi grappling. Gordon Ryan maintains an active presence on social media platforms like Instagram. There, he shared technique breakdowns and updates related to his BJJ journey. He recently defeated long-time rival Patrick Gaudio at the WNO 20: Night of Champions.
Chael Sonnen, a former UFC fighter and commentator, spoke about Gordon Ryan on his YouTube Channel. The former UFC star exclaimed at how Gordon’s unbeaten streak pales any other athlete’s streak in any other sport. Chael Sonnen described Gordon Ryan as “one of the most consistent athletes in sports.” ” Gordon Ryan’s unbeaten streak destroys Messi’s, it destroys LeBron’s… destroys Floyd Mayweather…,” Sonnen went on.
Chael Sonnen appreciated Ryan’s contributions to the BJJ world and emphasized the importance of his presence in the sport. Many consider Gordon Ryan the greatest no-gi grappler of all time due to his accomplishments and dominance. He has won multiple World Championship titles and gold medals in prestigious BJJ tournaments. Chael Sonnen also praised Gordon for his character and style. He described Gordon’s approach as “salacious” and remarked on how it added a unique flair to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Gordon Ryan is famous for his dominance in submission grappling. He displays exceptional skills in techniques like leg locks and rear-naked chokes. Gordon expressed interest in transitioning to mixed martial arts (MMA), potentially leading to an exciting career phase. However, Chael Sonnen remarked that Gordon Ryan should not transition to MMA because Brazilian jiu-jitsu needs him.
Gordon Ryan and Conor Mcgregor’s back-and-forth exchange
Conor McGregor recently received his black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Notably, Gordon Rya extended his congratulations to McGregor for this remarkable feat. In a social media post, Ryan praised McGregor’s ground game, highlighting its excellence, especially considering that McGregor primarily focuses on MMA.
On another intriguing note, Gordon Ryan added a touch of McGregor’s flair to his post-fight celebration after his impressive victory over Patrick Gaudio. He revealed a Proper Twelve bottle, a subtle reference to McGregor’s reputation for accurately predicting fight outcomes. The Proper Twelve bottle had been concealed within a ‘mystery box,’ a tantalizing secret that Ryan had been teasing throughout the lead-up to the fight. This clever nod to McGregor’s knack for foreseeing victories added an element of playfulness and camaraderie to the occasion.
In return, McGregor displayed his sportsmanship by taking to his Instagram stories to congratulate Gordon Ryan on his latest win. Sharing a snapshot of Gordon holding the Proper Twelve bottle, McGregor conveyed his warm wishes with a concise yet heartfelt message: “Congrats on the win.” This exchange highlighted the mutual respect and friendly interaction between these two prominent figures in combat sports.
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