The Aussie sent a message to Dana White and the light heavyweight division with a stunning display back in October. Crute (11-1 MMA, 3-1 UFC) discussed his light heavyweight bout with Bukauskas (11-2 MMA, 1-0 UFC), his willingness to fight down in the rankings, living in a van outside his gym to maintain focus, his desire to fight new light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz and more. 13 in the promotion's official rankings, does not currently have a fight booked. Jimmy Crute punches Modestas Bukauskas on UFC Fight Island on October 19. I didn't use any skill in that fight. I had all these doubts. "That's the reason I worked so hard, because I didn't think I was naturally good at it," Crute said. I used to train until I couldn't anymore, just because I felt I needed to in order to match up with anyone else. That’s why I laugh when people tell me they sacrifice everything for this sport. Stretch or meditate. In fact, the 24-year-old revealed he ‘hates paying rent’ so much that he lives in his van. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. On Saturday, kicking off the main card live on PPV, Australia’s Crute will go up against former title challenger Anthony Smith. "I think the turning point was after my first loss [to Misha Cirkunov in September 2019]. Inside story: The Aussie UFC star who lives in a van. It takes away all the distractions of going home (2hours from training). “It’s something I wanted to do even before I got signed, I just liked the idea of van life. But even though he is no longer wearing himself out in the gym to overcome self-doubt, Crute's commitment to MMA remains constant. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) Source:Getty Images After working extensively with a high performance coach on his mental game prior to this fight, Crute scored a huge win on Fight Island. The Aussie sent a message to Dana White and the light heavyweight … In the main event, Deiveson Figueiredo will make his first title defense against Alex Perez. Then, thwack. Alone with his thoughts and dog, Buddha, in the back of a van, Courtesy Jimmy Crute "I'll wake up at 7 a.m., or whenever Buddha wakes me because he wants breakfast," said Crute, whose home is two hours away from the gym. The Aussie sent a message to Dana White and the light heavyweight division with a stunning display back in October. By: Mike Bohn and John Morgan. But the 24-year-old Aussie still lives in a van as he ‘hates paying rent and bills’[/caption] He needed less than two minutes to deliver a devastating right to knockout Modestas Bukauskas in the first on Fight Island. — Jimmy Crute (@CruteJim) October 13, 2020. ABU DHABI – Jimmy Crute spoke to the media ahead of his fight with Modestas Bukauskas at UFC on ESPN+ 38. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. The UFC light heavyweight went and punched his way into a brand new home. Jimmy Crute is een Australische MMA vechter die sinds 2016 te vinden is in het Pro-MMA circuit. Now 24, Crute (12-1) looks like a future title contender in the UFC's light heavyweight division, and he is ESPN's pick for the No. "I'm watching Anthony Smith's next fight very closely. As of March 15, 2021, he is #13 in the UFC light heavyweight rankings. And then it was a competitive fight. ET on ESPN2 and ESPN+ PPV. 3. UFC star Jimmy Crute lives in a van despite rapidly rising through the MMA ranks. For other inquiries, Contact Us. In a perfect world, Crute would start his 2021 with a fight against Smith, and end it in position to fight for a belt by 2022. “This is the fight I asked for. The problem was he originally didn't think he was very good at it. He's got his eye on former title challenger Anthony Smith, who fights Devin Clark later this month. And perhaps nothing symbolizes that more than "the van.". Crute said:”I’m a van life enthusiast. Jimmy Crute established early dominance in the fight after he dodged Bukauskas' attempted left kick to land a vicious overhand right. Jimmy Crute (born 4 March 1996) is an Australian professional mixed martial artist, and was the Australia's Hex Fight Series light heavyweight champion. Mitt session, then I'll have a cookout for dinner and chill out. The Aussie sent a message to Dana White and the light heavyweight division with a stunning display back in October. The UFC light heavyweight went and punched his way into a brand new home. The Aussie sent a message to Dana White and the light heavyweight division with a stunning display back in October. 3 UFC star Jimmy Crute pocketed £88k for his win over Modestas BukauskasCredit: Getty 3 … Prior to that bout, women's champ Valentina Shevchenko will take on Jennifer Maia. He needed less than two minutes to deliver a devastating right to knockout Modestas Bukauskas in the first on Fight Island. 1 MMA fighter in the world under the age of 25. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. I would absolutely love to do that fight, either a main or co-main event. "I've always thought you need to be a little uncomfortable to grow, and I think the main benefit is it makes me focus 100 percent of my time on getting better. He pocketed £88,000 from UFC for his efforts in the Middle East - but none of that will be going towards his home. 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This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Jimmy Crute talks about the benefits of living in his van at the gym in preparation for his fight with Modestas Bukauskas. UFC star Jimmy Crute lives in a van despite rapidly rising through the MMA ranks. "I'll take him on a bit of a walk. Or at least, this is his fear. After that, bust out a few more fights and hopefully be fighting for a title in early 2022. Jimmy Crute is an Australian professional mixed martial artist in the UFC light heavyweight division. Then, thwack. Crute maakte zijn debuut bij de HEX Fight Series in Melbourne, Australië en was een van de topvechters van die organisatie. It got to a point where I was doing three sessions a day. Both the men's and women's flyweight titles will be on the line at UFC 255 on Saturday night. Jimmy Crute poses for a portrait during a UFC photo session on April 21, 2021 in Jacksonville, Florida. Crute maakte zijn debuut bij de HEX Fight Series in Melbourne, Australië en was een van de topvechters van die organisatie. Ranked among Australia’s most exciting fighters, 25-year-old Crute isn’t simply working his way towards a UFC title shot in 2021, but has bought himself a house after receiving two straight US$50,000 bonuses from UFC president Dana White. ‘The Brute’ added: “It’s just a little project and I don’t really care what normal is. I don't have to worry about anything other than recovery and making sure my next session is as good as my last one. Jimmy Crute has turned his van into a home during recent training camps for himself and his dog, Buddha. UFC star Jimmy Crute lives in a van despite rapidly rising through the MMA ranks. He shares it with his 3-year-old American Bulldog, Buddha. Jimmy Crute suffers freak leg injury, loses to Anthony Smith at UFC 261 Chris Post | April 24, 2021 Rocky Ogden captures Eruption Muay Thai title with win over Van Phann “Man, I just f***ing hate paying bills. He went 2-0 this year, with first-round finishes over Michal Oleksiejczuk and Modestas Bukauskas. Jimmy Crute loves living out of his van. My day pretty much revolves around training and making Buddha happy. Five months ago, Jimmy Crute was sleeping in a carpark. I get my meals straight away, because they're right there. Laporte heads in late winner as Pep's City win for FOURTH time in a row, Latest news and updates as Kamara Usman BEATS Jorge Masvidal to retain title, Neville won't accept Big Six apology for 'attempted murder of English football', 8k fans at Wembley for Carabao Cup final in largest crowd since pandemic began, ©News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Which isn’t easy to talk about. Let’s me focus 100% on training and recovery. UFC star Jimmy Crute pocketed £88k for his win over Modestas Bukauskas[/caption] Instagram. "I'll wake up at 7 a.m., or whenever Buddha wakes me because he wants breakfast," said Crute, whose home is two hours away from the gym. UFC star Jimmy Crute lives in a van despite rapidly rising through the MMA ranks. Na drie overwinningen kreeg Crute iets meer dan … Have my first session at 10 a.m. Go to a dog park and let Buddha run around so he's tired the rest of the day. View our online Press Pack. “I don’t give a f*** what people think about me. Confidence hasn't been a problem for Crute in 2020. “I’ve decked it all out myself, it has running water, solar power and I’ve done everything myself on it.”. Before his last two bouts, Crute, who trains out of Melbourne, Australia, has lived in a 2019 Mercedes Sprinter van he keeps in the Resilience Training Centre parking lot. It was anything but luxurious, but it also helped the Australian refine his training and goals as the man who "just loves to punch on" faces his biggest test yet at UFC 261. By the age of 12 he already knew what he wanted to do in life. I just relax in my van. Na drie overwinningen kreeg Crute iets meer dan een jaar nadat hij Pro werd een titelgevecht aangeboden. Commenting is currently disabled on this article. Jimmy Crute frappe Modestas Bukauskas sur UFC Fight Island le 19 octobre. Jimmy Crute considers himself lucky. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. (Photo de Josh Hedges / Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) Source: Getty Images After working a lot with a high performance trainer on his mental game prior to this fight, Crute scored a huge victory on Fight Island. UFC: Jimmy Crute opens up on mental battles and sleeping in a van. He currently competes in the Light Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Living in the van with his 3-year old bulldog, Buddha, he may be the closest thing to late comedian/actor Chris Farley’s character, Matt Foley as … He has modified the van to include a fold-down bed, a fridge, a television, a coffee machine and other amenities. thesun.co.uk - UFC star Jimmy Crute lives in a van despite rapidly rising through the MMA ranks. Stretch or meditate. October 10, 2020. Studying the art of fighting since the age of just 4, Jimmy “The Brute” Crute, now 24 is the culmination of all of his years of dedication. Before I got the van I used to sleep at the gym on a pullout couch. Jimmy Crute sleeps in a car park because the other guy has always been better. Crute followed it up with a barrage of strikes before Bukauskas managed to get back on his feet. • 6:30 p.m. Jimmy Crute explains why “van life” is the best method for him to keep focused ahead of UFC on ESPN+ 38. And not because I train more, your body can only train so much, but I get to focus on my recovery more. Jimmy Crute spent much of 2022 living in his van outside the gym. Crute, who is 4-1 in the UFC and ranked No. 1. That's quite a résumé for someone who didn't think of himself as "athletic" until just recently. Jimmy Crute has turned his van into a home during recent training camps for himself and his dog, Buddha. And it was only competitive because of my physical attributes. "Ideally, I want to fight again in February," Crute said. "I'll take him on a bit of a walk. I hate paying rent. Jimmy Crute (MMA 11-1/UFC 3-1) is een Australische MMA vechter die sinds 2016 te vinden is in het Pro-MMA circuit. I don't have a long drive home. Or at least, this is his fear. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, UFC star Jimmy Crute pocketed £88k for his win over Modestas Bukauskas, But the 24-year-old Aussie still lives in a van as he ‘hates paying rent and bills’, Dana White reveals that it's just a matter of getting contracts signed for McGregor's return to the UFC, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). ", A post shared by Jim Crute (@jimmycruteufc). Jacksonville, FL — Light heavyweight prospect Jimmy Crute (12-1) has the fight he asked for at UFC 261. • Saturday, Las Vegas Home » Boxing » UFC: Jimmy Crute opens up on mental battles and sleeping in a van. Jimmy Crute just made more than $160,000 for a weekend’s work – and not a single cent will be spent on rent. Some might call it confidence, others cockiness, but the outside noise matters little to a bloke who spent much of 2020 alone with his thoughts. UFC 255: Figueiredo vs. Perez Image: Instagram Jimmy Crute pocketed $160,000 after his stunning KO victory over Modestas Bukauskas on UFC Fight Island on Saturday. #UFC light heavyweight Jimmy Crute speaks with the media ahead of his main card fight against Modestas Bukauskas at #UFCFightIsland6 in Abu Dhabi. Wasting little to no time, Crute finished his opponent with a well-executed uppercut followed by a disguised left hook. Yup.. "Which is sort of a blessing now, because I've held onto that work ethic. Anthony Smith buckles Jimmy Crute with a perfectly-placed leg kick in the first round of their UFC 261 main card opener, and says ‘that was a good one’. Five months ago, Jimmy Crute was sleeping in a carpark. Rising Aussie UFC star Jimmy Crute still lives in a van. (Photo by Mike Roach/Zuffa LLC) “I haven’t been given anything,” Crute said. And I thought to myself, 'F---, I have to stop doubting my physicality, because that's not the reason I lost.'". He set up the van with a bed, refrigerator, a television set, along with a coffee machine. UFC star Jimmy Crute pocketed £88k for his win over Modestas Bukauskas Credit: Getty. UFC Fight Night: Jimmy Crute KO video v Modestas Bukauskas. Jimmy "The Brute" Crute is rising fast in the UFC, but even as his fame, and his wealth, grows, you can rule out him spending any of his money on a house, because the Australian fighter hates paying bills and loves life in his van. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. 3. I went into that fight thinking I couldn't win. 10:00 PM ET Australian Jimmy Crute is in little doubt where he’ll be this time next year. UFC: Jimmy Crute opens up on mental battles and sleeping in a van 10/10/2020 boring , car park , mental battles Jimmy Crute sleeps in a car park because the other guy has always been better. 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