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The Life and Legacy of Miguel Torres (Original Documentary)

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The past, present and legacy of former WEC champion and MMA bantamweight pioneer, Miguel Angel Torres. Featuring new interviews with Torres, his friends, former training partners and media/reporters who were around him during his rise.
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@quezlark7875 Месяц назад

I dont care what anyone says. Prime WEC days was mma at its finest. I miss those days. Miguel was one of my favorites.

@user-wi4vn6tb8g 25 дней назад

100%, The UFC basically gobbled up the market and made everything more boring.

@scottyandell3644 24 дня назад

Dude, you are spot on. Some of the best fights ever!

@desertraider8628 23 дня назад

Wec fight cards were the best ! And they would have there cards on weekdays which was the best after coming home from work lol

@adamtheman9273 14 дней назад

Such nostalgia, man. Those announcers were fire! Not much was more exciting back then, than flipping the channels and coming across a WEC fight you forgot was happening.

@thebadassniggatomtom 10 месяцев назад

Damn only OG fans know how great Torres was in his prime

@95VR407FA5 14 дней назад

I had him up there with fedor as P4P best fighter in the world. He was ahead of his time

@MillionDollarLuxury 13 дней назад

That fella was a savage

@Tommycruz90 Год назад

Miguel training those old fellas with Parkinson’s is unreal. What a legend.

@DarylJonesy Год назад

Miguel is a legend both inside and outside of the cage!

@RAPEDBYBLACKS Месяц назад

Fantastic person

@purplepineapples6150 Месяц назад

That shit made me sad, respect to him and those gents.life certainly has a dark sense of humor.

@samuelmagnum6047 Месяц назад

He was why I watched the "smaller" fighters. He made WEC fun to watch. One of the best ever to do it

@AndrueSOCAL Месяц назад

I mean besides Jose Aldo

@genogomez5912 Месяц назад

agree

@chaboi7 Месяц назад

@AndrewHohn that why he said "one of" the best, reading comprehension is important.

@davereloader8837 2 месяца назад

Champ still rocking a mullet and black eye! LEGEND.

@wilhelmhesse1348 Месяц назад

Dude was top 5 p4p for almost 5 years straight, Miguel Torres...salute ✊

@1acarrillo75 Месяц назад

Miguel Torres is a living legend! This is a wonderful documentary! Miguel Torres definitely needs to be inducted in the MMA Hall of Fame.

@albertomacias8573 7 месяцев назад

Miguel was an absolutely monster. He was one of my favorite fighters.

@genogomez5912 Месяц назад

yes

@xcvb22 Год назад

I woke up today and was wearing a Respect the mullet shirt I got from miguel in like 2011, at a ibjjf tournament in Cali. Lazy in bed I started looking up his record again etc. And wondered about his last fight. Stumbled open this video. I was curious how he's doing and saw this. Man what a legend. Still doing great things

@mistugh.o.p.v.1995. 4 месяца назад

Let's put some respek on the mullet 💪

@fatdumplins Месяц назад

#mullatino

@Indian_Outlaw417 11 месяцев назад

Anybody who doesn't know Miguel Torres doesn't deserve to call themselves an MMA fan

@thebadassniggatomtom 10 месяцев назад

Some folks haven't watch the sport as long as you or I 🤷🏾. I've been following mma since 2001

@xinyster18 Месяц назад

Who says folks.. ?? Besides Obama in his speeches.@@thebadassniggatomtom

@GuillermoSanchez-jr6mp Месяц назад

@@xinyster18uh me a combat veteran 😂 what does Obama have anything to do with this

@cj6884 Месяц назад

What about people who started watching MMA 10 years ago and never heard of him? Are they not real fans?

@michaelcastilloramos7949 Месяц назад

I agree man, WEC spawned a lot of crazy fighters and lots were forgotten or lost after transitioning into UFC. Most “MMA FANS” now just bandwagon and always saying whose pound for pound by just knockouts

@Dontzzzzz 9 месяцев назад

My son trains at his gym….. he really is the best and my son idolizes him. He is really the best. I highly recommend his gym for you or your young ones

@yungdial5987 Месяц назад

Tell your son to stop the idol worship. If you the father idol worships as well you need to quit it knock it off.

@RAPEDBYBLACKS Месяц назад

@@yungdial5987it’s good for a young kid to have a hero.

@BeerChaser1403 Месяц назад

I wish I could say this was for the cameras, but this is really him. He's a humble guy now a days. Takes the time to give every person in the class a tip here and there and still spars with his higher level students. Has kids classes and they're hilarious but you can tell they love it.

@ashcee3364 Месяц назад

My mom has Parkinson's and seeing this made me cry. God bless Miguel.

@ohlord3650 Месяц назад

Miguel was one of my first favorite bantamweights when the WEC merged into UFC and introduced the weight class seemingly a lifetime ago. Such a beast and exciting fighter.

@kuollut 20 дней назад

*That's Because Dana Blacklisted Him... Funny How None Of Yous Remember That KEY Part*

@LetitGolazziter-uk9xi Месяц назад

I dig what Miguel is doing for the elders, with Parkinson's. There is a facility here in Jacksonville, Fl that does the same thing and they also hold free training for Veterans and First responders. When it comes down to it, being KIND to yourself and others is the best feeling there is.

@redshot1015 Месяц назад

was with Miguel for years.. Received my blue belt from Miguel .. Love the man ...

@Kaizen2013v Месяц назад

Damn I almost forgot about MT. I miss those WEC days, the sport and culture had such a different feeling back then. I wish him all the best in his future and thank you for all the memories champ🙏💪🏾

@DaHawks2010 Месяц назад

Amazing documentary. The fight game is ruthless, Miguel missed out on the popularity and fame that current ufc stars experience but he definitely opened the door's for a ton of fighters to make a career. Mentioning how he out 135 on the map, and now the bantamweight division is one of the most stacked divisions in the ufc. Glad to see hes found a purpose after fighting and that hes at peace with where hes at in life. Still trailblazing too, wish more gyms would care for and create a community like how hes done with his wolfpack.

@kuollut 20 дней назад

*You Have No Clue What Happened To Miguel & UFC... Smfh... Dana White Fired Him Over A Tweet... Yes The Freedom Of Speech Dana White Fired Him Over A Tweet & Buried Him In A Press Conference So No MMA Company Would Want Him... The Same Dana White Who Loves Joe Rogan... Mhmmm*

@paolasojo7020 Год назад

Beautifully made! It’s an honor to be part of the Torres Martial Arts academy!

@rayhuifilms Год назад

Thank you!

@lobo-uh2tb Месяц назад

@@rayhuifilmsThis is the kid, that dana white destroyed his carrer just because he posted a dark humor joke on twitter right ? And to think that now dana pretends to be anti woke and anti cancel culture and lets his figther sean strickland say what ever he likes , 😒 F** that pos dana white

@rogdawg123 Месяц назад

bot 🤖

@Addictbasterd Месяц назад

Oh wow, i havent heard that name in forever. I used to love watching him fight in the WEC.

@holysteez Месяц назад

i always was inspired and admired torres when i was younger watching him because he was one of the few big mexican fighters in MMA 🇲🇽 🤝🏼🗣️

@miguels4959 Месяц назад

I remember telling Miguel before he entered the ring , Strong spirit, strong mind, strong body, what great memories God Bless you Champ.

@santiagobueno6415 Месяц назад

Watching this brought tears to my eyes to see one of our legends just involved & giving back ! Wow ! The legend of Miguel Torres toughest fighter ever I swear !!

@dembums6596 Месяц назад

Miguel is the reason I fell in love with mma jiu jitsu guys. He was one of the first that attacked from all angles on the ground.

@NoSnowFlakes1 Месяц назад

Bro was 30-1 at one point. Even if fighting tomato cans, in MMA thats god damn impressive

@johnnymz 21 день назад

He was one of the guys along with Faber that got me into watching WEC. The fact that he was a fighter from Chicago was just the icing on the cake. WEC was a great promotion that showcased the lighter weight classes. I can’t even point out one single fight in the promotion that wasn’t very good to great. He was an exciting fighter to watch and it’s great that he found fulfillment in being a coach. Goes to show that there is a life after fighting is over if you choose to pursue it.

@paleo704 Месяц назад

This was very touching to watch. Miguel has a Great heart

@levis503 21 день назад

One of my most favorite fighters of all time. I have mad respect for Miguel.

@lorenzo2384 Месяц назад

This guy is 100% a legend!

@Lyrical-Miracle 29 дней назад

Miguel Torres deserves to be in the hall of fame for putting the lower weight classes on the map. He proved that the fights were more about technique and fundamentals. He had the heart of a lion in the cage and his grit and tenacity was the reason I fell in love with MMA. He's a legend in the truest sense of the word.

@torresmartialartsacademy1325 28 дней назад

Oss. Thank you very much.

@chrissalas3196 Месяц назад

When you go to Miguels gym and you are the only one there he absolutely gives you 110% every time on the mat. Awesome gym to check out

@Malouco Месяц назад

This gives me lumpy throat….the music makes me wanna cry even more. I like when good people get love they deserve.

@OneGun454 Год назад

Loved Miguel in WEC, great to see he is such a kind man.

@peterharris5953 Месяц назад

Miguel Torres is an OG. Was on an absolute tear. Was the reason WEC was exciting at the time.

@user-fd3gz2zc7u Месяц назад

Well done documentary. I've had the pleasure of meeting Miguel and training at his gym after the Maeda fight. Good guy. Great to see his gym and his fighters doing well.

@Happy4774 Год назад

He deserves a hall of fame,good man great fighter...

@abelbautista2347 Месяц назад

I met this man in his fighting days. And man he was so cool and humble to talk I wish him nothing but the best. Prayers to him and his family!

@Mineral-Wells-Jiu-Jitsu Месяц назад

This is beautiful. I hope Miguel has peace in his life.

@adama1215 Месяц назад

Much respect to Miguel🤙🏼 true warrior in that cage 🇲🇽 💪🏽

@serafinbjj Год назад

True legend in the sport. Great to see his story shared

@pathfinder7614 4 месяца назад

I just began training under Mr. Torres. Right out if the gate I found him very inspirational and charismatic. He is also a great instructor. I look forward to many years of learning from Mr. Torres.

@steady2wheels Месяц назад

One of my favourite fighters back in the day, he inspired me. Some considered him the pound for pound best for a while.

@BarHawa 9 месяцев назад

I'm an amateur fighter, my dad told me about Miguel Torres and his legacy so I decided to check this documentary out. I love this perspective and hearing Miguel's story through his own words is encouraging and invigorating for those of us who wish to follow in his footsteps. Thank you for everything you've done and continue to do for people Mr. Torres 🤙🏽

@trevorjones4854 9 дней назад

Tell your dad how much you got out of him telling you about torres! It will mean a lot to him dude

@BarHawa 8 дней назад

@@trevorjones4854 will do!

@Kingofthenorf420 Месяц назад

Considered one of the best pound for pound champs for his a time. A real OG.

@realchannelchris 3 месяца назад

Wow. The Wolfpack students are an inspiration and show how wonderful Angel's heart and character are towards others.

@dklipper9939 Месяц назад

Miguel Torres was a phenomenal fighter, unbelievable to watch his fights. The guy had more heart than anyone else I’ve ever seen.

@nickskolsky2560 Месяц назад

He was built different. I loved watching him and have crazy respect for Miguel. Thanks for all the entertainment my dude 🤙🏼😎

@user-wq9nt8gu1v 7 месяцев назад

Miguel Torres was my favorite MMA fighter.He was a great fighter.I am glad you still have your gym.You are an inspiration to many.

@cameronturner7077 25 дней назад

I loved to watch Miguel compete, dude was quite ahead of his time. Went on one heck of a winning streak. Great to see him again.

@UltraCollagenBooster Месяц назад

I remember when Torres was up there in discussion with Fedor and Silva as the best during that time...man, how time flies. Glad he's doing good... 👍👍

@malchaamahraahwaban7213 11 дней назад

Miguel was more than amazing back in the day. It was an honor to train with him at Carlson's HQ, I even had the honor of fighting on the same card with Miguel and Stephan Bonnar back in the day. Class act and one of the best to ever do it. Salute and hand claps Brother. Your Bro Herc.💪🏼

@eviennedoux6656 Год назад

These documentaries are great, man! You do not get the credit you deserve! As someone in martial arts and pursuing Sports Science in university, seeing this is such an inspiration for me.

@rayhuifilms Год назад

Thank you so much for the kind words! Wish you the best in your studies!

@benjaminchu6786 Год назад

I have such fond college memories of getting together in my dorm with my friends and watching the UFC/WEC. Miguel was one of our favorites. This was an excellent trip down memory lane and happy to see that Miguel is in a good place in his life.

@elvirc1 6 месяцев назад

The portion of the documentary where Miguel trains the gentlemen with Parkinson's was great, they really value the time they share.

@trevorjones4854 9 дней назад

Probably the first fighter I ever called my "favorite" and ever felt a strong connection with. Like he was MY guy haha. He inspired me to train and to compete in amateur mma. Love that someone is still telling his story. A lot of new fans would fall in love with him If they saw all his wars in his prime.

@TrashPanda338 9 дней назад

Randomly found this Documentary, 2005 Miguel Torres vs Mania Tapia was the first MMA fight I ever saw, I loved how calm and collected Miguel was. Thank you for the memories sir!

@mohakim5332 Год назад

Unbelievable documentary. Really highlights the different aspects of who Miguel is. Not just the fighter, but the community leader, coach, family man, and human being behind it all 🔥👏

@29_XXIX Месяц назад

I remember i was a super casual MMA fan, but in 2008-2009 i became hooked and at the time i discovered the WEC. Cruz was my favorite fighter and my dream match was Cruz vs Torres but Bowles came and put an end to Torres' crazy streak. Torres was always someone i root for and would always watch!

@Steveo_00700 18 дней назад

I can remember back when Miguel ran his MMA Gym out of Worlds Gym in Highland Indiana. He shared the area of the gym with a guy running a karate class. Wasn't long until the karate guy packed his bags and left. Miguel did all this while still competing as a top competitor in WEC. There is a lot of respect i have for this guy.

@markwrenn5965 24 дня назад

Bruh this is AWESOME! Sometimes i just randomly think to myself, wtf ever happened to Torres. Dude was like untouchable in WEC.

@JesterDance2093 Месяц назад

Never forget, this man from 2007 - 2011 was considered top 5 mma fighters in the world alongside Faber, Anderson, Fedor and GSP

@CamronWiltshire Год назад

Love Miguel Torres. Great man and incredible fighter. Godspeed Miguel!

@throwbacktailgaterso.c6317 3 месяца назад

Dammm I watch his videos from time to time. I ran into this video before going to the web to see where he’s been or what he’s been up to. My favorite fighter of all time. Loved his moves. Thru this video I smiled a lot and noticed this video made pay a lot of attention to who he really is. I’m proud of him and very glad he’s grown to be a great coach. After all we all gonna get old and he’s passing on a great technique.

@RTMoney Год назад

I appreciate this vid, my dude! @Ray Hui. Love Miguel in the WEC. Was really rooting for him in the UFC. Good to see he set himself up well for retirement. Thank you.

@andreikali9 2 месяца назад

One of the best ever. Great person too, I'm grateful that I got to meet him in person and take his seminar. Hope to see you again soon.

@ricardo17278 Год назад

Miguel was amazing i watched the WEC fightings just for him you do a great job i was always wondering what happened to him, its great to know notice of him, Great video and great documentary 🎉

@kevincharles1983 Месяц назад

So glad this was made. LEGEND. WEC used to be on regular TV. It was bigger then ufc for a short minute Edit... spike tv

@bayouninja48 Месяц назад

I'm so glad I got to experience watching wec when it was around. I just moved into a new apt with my wife working full time. I got cable TV with internet and I used to watch wec everytime I got a chance. I uses to BBQ and watch those fights aww man so many good fights. I always wondered where Torres went I enjoyed watching his style. He reminded me of karate kid that's why I was a huge fan of him. Cool dude

@kanoawai 9 дней назад

I trained with this man for a little bit. Tell you he cares about his students. I wanted to get my black belt under him but moved away from the Chicagoland area. Great man and best pound for pound fighters out there!

@shmclaren6902 Месяц назад

Miguel was THE MAN! Definitely one of the few that opened doors for the “smaller” fighters. Btw, excellent quality video. I’m now a fan of your work. Keep them coming!!!!

@michaelmarkle5133 Месяц назад

Miguel was always entertaining. WEC days were amazing. The brawler with submissions.

@MACQJR Месяц назад

I wish this was longer. Captured more of his early childhood, parents , family, live footage. Etc.

@pd4197 29 дней назад

Miguel deserves more recognition. Guy is a legend.

@torresmartialartsacademy1325 28 дней назад

Thank you very much for the kind words.

@lonewulf7045 Месяц назад

WEC on Sunday afternoons was the shit back in the day. 🍻

@pakis23248 Месяц назад

Just found this and I love it! Much respect to Miguel Torres always been a huge fan💯❤️

@MIDWEST..JZ.. 13 дней назад

I ALMOST FORGOT ABOUT THIS LEGEND... TORRES IS DEFINITELY UNDERRATED & UNDER APPRECIATED IN THE MMA WORLD...WILL ALWAYS BE A BIG FAN TORRES... 🥋🥊

@TheCrusher72 Месяц назад

We have to get you more followers, homie- this is astounding content - well shot, well edited and thoughtful film making...

@rayhuifilms Месяц назад

Thank you for the kind words. If you’d like to follow me on other platforms, here are the links: linktr.ee/therayhui

@dagreekratking4694 Месяц назад

Torres was a beast in WEC always watched him!

@Treznor331 23 дня назад

This dude was nasty in the WEC. Much respect 🙌

@gyrfalcon7332 24 дня назад

Miguel absolutely helped put the smaller weight classes in a position to experience a boom. Quick, good hands and feet and a demon on the ground. Also seemed personable and pretty humble. Really enjoyed his WEC days. Glad to see he’s got such great things going!

@anthonyventi1579 Год назад

Wow!! I can’t believe nobody did this kinda thing before!! Amazing job!

@john.t.v Год назад

I’m damn near in tears Miguel is not only one of the greatest fighters of all time He’s also one of the greatest humans of all time Trained with him for a couple years and this documentary is about as true to the real thing as possible ❤

@jontherolla Месяц назад

Great job to all involved.... Miguel, you are an inspiration Sir, thank you for the memories!

@marcusparrado6600 Месяц назад

Dude was so fun to watch back in the day.

@Zacapa-rr9qd 9 месяцев назад

I remember watching Miguel fighting on the WEC he was one of my all time favorites! I like him, and now I feel like I know him a little better! 👍💯🔥

@18U.S.C.242 24 дня назад

I remember him fighting in Hammond Indiana!

@powwowcritic13 11 дней назад

One of the most humblest guys and coaches I've met in mma next to Lloyd Irvin

@arielbarbosa7337 Год назад

I remember reading an interview in a magazine back in Brazil where Carlson said,'I have a Mexican fighter who can defeat anyone'.After reading that became aware of whom Torres was and started to watch all of his fights.He would have defeat Aldo in his prime.Lots of love from a Brazilian fan.I woukld love to visit his gym some day and take a picture with him!God bless you !

@iConformed Год назад

Great documentary!! Back when the WEC was still around Torres was my favorite fighter and completely dominant at the time. One of the most creative strikers before the likes of fighters like Mcgregor. Wish the best for him!

@torresmartialartsacademy1325 Год назад

Thank you very much.

@alexw.8999 Месяц назад

Torres was one of my favorite fighters. From what I recall Dana barely gave him a chance in the UFC and booted him out over bs. Torres is a national treasure.

@Frank-j1s Месяц назад

Much respect me and my uncle from Staten Island love Miguel keep up the good work may the Lord bless you and yours in all your endeavors🎉

@RogerBJJ3511 Год назад

The man’s a legend. One of my favorite fighters for sure. Thanks for this. Happy to see how at peace he is now.

@MrJesseBell Месяц назад

I lived and trained with Miguel in Tristar Gym. It was like being around one of your heroes.

@profp1343 Месяц назад

Thanks for this!

@goatitisful 23 дня назад

This dude, and Benson Henderson were 2 of my favorite fighters from the WEC. Also the Korean Zombie, Domicic Cruz, Urijah Faber, Jose Aldo, and many more. But i never missed 1 Miguel Torres fight

@Axel2992 20 дней назад

This was a great insight on Miguel and what he's up to lately! So sick he's in a better place now

@Bluewatercat Месяц назад

One of my favs back in the day

@D_Avila209 Месяц назад

The way he treats those old guys is more impressive than his 37-1 record before his second loss. Can we recognize his 20 wins in a row! 5 in a row is impressive, forget 20. 2 more wins in a row than Jon jones streak! Good fighter, good man! My respect from Stockton. 🫡

@NealZ31 Месяц назад

Big fan of his. WEC was the best mma show for the smaller weight classes.

@Jiu-JitsuJourney257 Месяц назад

Met him at the UFC fan expo right after they acquired the WEC. Super cool guy.

@mjkirchen 27 дней назад

Damn! I had totally forgot about Miguel. I remember first hearing about him back in the day. I finally saw a pic of him & immediately dismissed him as 'nothing'. I finally watched a fight of his & got mad & hated him. "How is this flacco MFer beating these guys?! He's nothing!!" my dumbass thought. After finding a few more of his fights I grew to really enjoy watching him fight! Tons of respect for him! I've of my all time favorites. I liked mma before him, he forced me to LOVE it. GREAT DOCUMENTARY!! Thank you for it. Keep it up Miguel!!