The UFC commentator Joe Rogan feels that a fighter should be assessed based on their performances during their prime years. He emphasizes the importance of considering a fighter’s peak form to truly appreciate their achievements. In support of this notion, he cited the examples of retired UFC legend BJ Penn along with retired boxing icon Mike Tyson. When discussing BJ Penn, Rogan likely alludes to Penn’s exceptional success and skills during his prime in the UFC. Penn, a former lightweight and welterweight champion, showcased remarkable talent and versatility in his early years.

Similarly, Rogan talked about Mike Tyson. The former undisputed heavyweight boxing champion attained legendary status for his dominance and knockout power in his prime years. By considering ‘Iron Mike’ at his peak, Rogan pointed out the magnitude of his accomplishments and the impact he had on the sport of boxing.

Joe Rogan says BJ Penn and Mike Tyson were great in their prime

The UFC commentator was having a conversation in the #1991 episode of his podcast, ‘The Joe Rogan Experience’. While talking with his guests Rogan said, “BJ was the motherf*cker when he was in his prime. You gotta look at a guy in their prime. Mike Tyson in his prime. You gotta look at them in their prime. You can’t look at them when they’re deteriorating and say ‘Ah overall they didn’t.’ Overall,  you are correct, but if you want to look at their greatest expression…”

The former ‘Fear Factor’ host’s viewpoint gives the idea that assessing fighters during their prime enables a deeper understanding of their skills. Nonetheless, by the time a fighter retires, the crowd often gives importance to the weak years where they lost fights continuously.

However, when it comes to MMA great, BJ Penn, Rogan once had a lot to discuss about him.

The UFC commentator’s respect for ‘The Prodigy’

Joe Rogan feels sad about people not considering BJ Penn as a GOAT. In ‘JRE MMA Show #139 with Bas Rutten’, the UFC commentator talked about the great achievements of the former UFC double champion. ‘The Prodigy’ received his BJJ black belt within three years after he started training.

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Rogan feels that to get a black belt in such a short time, any person would need exceptional talent. The 55-year-old further mentioned how he remained a brown belt for eight long years. Rogan always considered Penn the G.O.A.T. The UFC commentator undoubtedly holds the former UFC two-division champion in high regard.

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