Continue the conversation on the app, join other MMA fans on MMA Fans App, “I Really Had to Overcome Myself”: Roger Federer Opens up on Singing Beatles Song. Your brain controls your body. Be sure to check us out on social media via the links listed, or visit our About/Contact page to leave feedback, meet our staff, or get in touch! Johnny Walker on the importance of mental health. The card streams on ESPN+. At least from Spann’s corner. However, he let the fighter get up and landed a body kick. O meio-pesado Johnny Walker vai em busca de sua quarta vitória seguida no #UFC244, neste sábado (2), em Nova York. Bellator 249: Cris Cyborg Keeping Eye on 145lb Division, Would Love to Fight in... Bellator 249: Jaleel Willis Knew Years Ago It Would be Bellator, Not the UFC,... ONE Championship: Reign of Dynasties II Live Stream and Results. “I don’t have too much experience,” he noted. Walker knew he needed to make some changes and that's exactly what he accomplished heading into UFC Brasilia. Before his return to the cage, Johnny Walker talked about the importance of mental health. But most of the time, I was coming back from my injuries.” Actual career time, as a result, was even shorter. Who do you think will win this bout? He returns to UFC Vegas 11 to remind everyone of that potential Just six years professional. Both men were hurt in the fight. Speaking back stage following the event, Walker told reporters that “I see my two losses like part of the process. 9 months ago. UFC 244 Free Fight: Walker vs Cirkunov Athletes 1 year ago. Two years UFC. Johnny Walker returns to the win column with a round 1 KO of Ryan Spann, Johnny Walker had all the buzz in the world when he won his first three UFC fights and earned three bonuses. So mental health is really important.”. Walker is now scheduled to take on Ryan Spann at UFC Vegas 11 at the UFC Apex. He was off the tracks and needed to get himself back on as soon as possible. Ultimately, while Spann’s team was upset, Walker doesn’t believe he committed any fouls. But that run ended almost immediately. Watch the full UFC Vegas 11 post-fight press conference with Johnny Walker above. We value your readership. ", Watch full video: https://t.co/f0vSED21GT pic.twitter.com/IPAFTlCNOt, — MMAFighting.com (@MMAFighting) September 17, 2020, He ended by saying, “You have to keep your mind clean and very focused on the fight. A wild brawl with Ryan Spann was everything we have come to expect from Walker (18-5). @JohnnyWalker reflects on the importance of mental health ahead of #UFCVegas11: "In one second, you can be knocked out… Keep your mind clean and focused for the fight. There are three other bouts between fighters ranked in the top 15 by the UFC, including Demian Maia vs. Gilbert Burns in the co-main event, Amanda Ribas vs. Randa Markos and Johnny Walker … Johnny Walker's magical run ended last November. Maybe two more fights this year.”. Walker first stepped into the UFC octagon back in 2018. The end result, a TKO win in a thrilling battle, for as long as it lasted. Atualmente é classificado como o #11 melhor meio-pesado do Mundo pelo ranking do UFC. Johnny Walker official Sherdog mixed martial arts stats, photos, videos, breaking news, and more for the Light Heavyweight fighter from Brazil. • A wild brawl with Ryan Spann was everything we have come to expect from Walker (18-5). Johnny Walker is the Definition of Unpredictable. Walker Johnny da Silva Barra de Souza (born March 30, 1992), best known as Johnny Walker, is a Brazilian mixed martial artist currently competing in the Light Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.A professional competitor since 2013, he gained entrance into the UFC by competing on Dana White's Tuesday Night Contender Series and also previously competed for Jungle … In one second you can be knocked out. Johnny Walker has his mind in order and will take it easy only when he defeats Ryan Spann. Remember The Name: Johnny Walker Athletes 9 months ago. The light heavyweight prospect entered the UFC with a bang in 2018, knocking out Khalil Rountree, Justin Ledet and Misha Cirkunov in a … “My job is to fight. Athletes. Johnny Walker said, “You have to do some breathing techniques, yoga, and meditation to keep away your troubles and problems and know how to deal with your troubles and problems. A very different Johnny Walker was seen inside the octagon at UFC Vegas 11. Carreira no MMA. He started with a dream run and registered 3 wins in his first 5 months with the promotion. Not just the fight but also for training. What titles have you held? The noticeably different Walker on Saturday was epitomized by the lack of theatrics walking out. One of the UFC’s biggest light heavyweight prospects returns this week in his native Brazil. More reserved, before, and after, the fight. He knocked out Khalil Rountree, Justin Ledet, and Misha Cirkunov in a combined time of 2 minutes and 48 seconds. When and why did you start training for fighting? That fight was postponed to September 20 as Walker tested positive for COVID-19. Engineering, What was your job before you started fighting? But he is back up and ready to walk into the octagon with all guns blazing. Date. A statement was made at last year's UFC 244, Watch the best of UFC light heavyweight Johnny Walker. Not during, however. Johnny Walker had all the buzz in the world when he won his first three UFC fights and earned three bonuses. More reserved, before, and after, the fight. UCMMA Light Heavyweight Champion, European Beatdown Light Heavyweight Champion, CBJJO World Champion (Blue Belt, Absolute and Weight), What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? Walker turned out of the predicament and had Spann on the ground. Johnny Walker was not happy with his UFC Vegas 11 win over Ryan Spann. I don’t like to land illegal blows, I’m trying to do the right thing.”. He returns to UFC Vegas 11 to remind everyone of that potential. It was a much needed win, as the once highly touted light heavyweight prospect had lost two straight. “I want to try to find the perfect balance,” Walker stated. Johnny Walker snaps a two-fight losing run in dominant fashion.