{"id":2094206,"date":"2023-11-08T16:15:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-08T21:15:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/watch-former-mma-pro-puts-his-training-to-use-when-armed-man-charges-at-him\/"},"modified":"2023-11-08T16:17:20","modified_gmt":"2023-11-08T21:17:20","slug":"watch-former-mma-pro-puts-his-training-to-use-when-armed-man-charges-at-him","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/watch-former-mma-pro-puts-his-training-to-use-when-armed-man-charges-at-him\/","title":{"rendered":"Watch: Former MMA Pro Puts His Training to Use When Armed Man Charges at Him"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">30<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fwatch-former-mma-pro-puts-his-training-to-use-when-armed-man-charges-at-him%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2094206&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Former MMA Pro Demonstrates His Training When Confronted by Armed Attacker<\/h2>\n<p>They say never \u200cbring\u2062 a knife to a gunfight, but it \u2064turns out bringing a knife to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/media-shocked-gina-carano-fought-back-as-her-movie-deal-with-daily-wire-goes-viral\/\" title=\"Media Shocked Gina Carano Fought Back As Her Movie Deal With Daily Wire Goes Viral\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/alt-right-martial-artists-challenge-anti-riot-law-on-first-amendment-grounds\/\" title=\"Alt-Right Martial Artists Challenge Anti-Riot Law on First Amendment Grounds\">mixed martial arts<\/a> fight<\/a> isn&#8217;t a great\u2064 idea either.<\/p>\n<p>Javier Baez, a former MMA fighter who\u200b claimed to have been training his whole life, found himself in a dangerous situation in the early hours\u200c of November 1. As\u2064 he returned \u2064to his apartment in Cutler Bay, he was approached by a man named Omar Marrero, wielding a 14-inch\u2062 knife and shouting aggressively.<\/p>\n<p>Despite Baez&#8217;s attempts to de-escalate the situation, Marrero persisted in his attack. He even switched to a smaller 12-inch knife and continued to try and\u2064 harm \u200bBaez. However, Baez&#8217;s training kicked \u200bin, and he swiftly \u200bdefended himself.<\/p>\n<p>Surveillance footage captured the intense encounter, showing Baez\u2063 overpowering Marrero and slamming him \u2063to the ground. Baez managed to restrain Marrero until the\u2063 police arrived.<\/p>\n<p>Marrero was subsequently arrested and charged with burglary with assault or battery and\u200b aggravated battery.<\/p>\n<p>Remarkably, Baez suffered only minor scratches to his hands\u2063 during the altercation. He credited his extensive training in jiu-jitsu and wrestling, as well as his\u2063 experience in\u2062 professional \u2063MMA fights, for his\u200d ability to handle the situation.<\/p>\n<p>Watch the video below to see Baez&#8217;s \u200c&#8221;easy peasy&#8221; defense in action:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<div class=\"firefly-embed\">\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Despite the danger\u2063 he faced, Baez&#8217;s training and quick thinking allowed him to protect himself and bring the attacker under control.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3>A \u200cNote from Our Founder:<\/h3>\n<p>Silicon Valley and the\u200d Big Tech tyrants have done everything they can to put The Western Journal out of business. Our faithful members have kept us going.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve never chosen to become a member, let me be honest: We need your help today.<\/p>\n<p>I also want to send you \u2063an autographed copy of \u201cCounterpunch,\u201d which \u200dwill give you a plan to fight back for our beloved country.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/subscribe\/?utm_source=site&#038;utm_medium=westernjournalism&#038;utm_campaign=authorpitch\"><b>Join right now<\/b><\/a>  \u2013 The Western \u2064Journal stands for truth in this difficult time.<\/p>\n<p>Please stand with us by\u2064 becoming a member today.<\/p>\n<p>Floyd G. Brown<br \/>\nFounder of The \u2063Western Journal<\/p>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/watch-former-mma-pro-puts-training-use-armed-man-charges\/\">Watch: Former MMA Pro Puts His Training to Use When Armed Man Charges at Him<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\">The Western Journal<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How did \u2062Baez&#8217;s MMA training help \u2063him evade the knife attack?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Wever, Baez&#8217;s extensive training and experience in MMA came to his aid in \u2064this life-threatening encounter.<\/p>\n<p>As Marrero lunged towards Baez with the knife, Baez was \u200dable \u2063to effectively \u2064utilize his quick \u200dreflexes\u200d and footwork to evade the attack. His years of MMA \u200ctraining\u200c had taught him how to anticipate and react to an opponent&#8217;s movements, giving him a significant advantage in such a high-pressure situation.<\/p>\n<p>Baez&#8217;s familiarity with various martial arts\u2062 techniques allowed him to disarm Marrero swiftly and efficiently. Using his knowledge of\u2064 grappling and submissions, \u2064he was\u200c able\u200c to quickly \u200btake control \u200cof the situation and neutralize the threat. Within seconds, Baez\u200d had disarmed and subdued Marrero, \u2063preventing any further harm to\u2064 himself\u2063 or others \u2063in\u200d the\u2062 vicinity.<\/p>\n<p>One of the most impressive aspects of Baez&#8217;s response to the armed \u2064attacker was his \u2063calm and composed mindset throughout the confrontation. Despite the obvious\u2064 danger he faced, Baez remained focused\u200c and maintained his\u2062 composure, relying on his training \u200bto\u200d guide\u2062 his actions. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/watch-former-mma-pro-puts-his-training-to-use-when-armed-man-charges-at-him\/\" title=\"Watch: Former MMA Pro Puts His Training to Use When Armed Man Charges at Him\">level-headedness undoubtedly played<\/a> a\u200c crucial role in his ability to effectively handle the situation and avoid any potential pitfalls.<\/p>\n<p>Baez&#8217;s story serves as a testament to the importance of self-defense training, particularly in disciplines such as mixed martial arts. While MMA\u2062 is often associated with competitive fighting within a controlled environment, it also equips individuals with invaluable \u2063skills for \u200b<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/97-8-of-mass-shootings-are-in-gun-free-zones\/\" title=\"97.8% of Mass Shootings Are in Gun Free Zones\">real-life scenarios<\/a>. Baez&#8217;s ability to disarm \u2062an armed attacker is\u2062 a clear example of how MMA training can empower individuals to\u2063 protect themselves and others in dangerous situations.<\/p>\n<p>This incident also highlights the vital\u2063 role \u2062that training and experience play in such situations. Without \u2063Baez&#8217;s extensive \u2064MMA\u200b background, \u200dhis\u2064 response to the armed attacker could \u2062have\u200d been drastically different. The\u200d techniques and strategies he \u200dhad honed throughout his career allowed him to \u200deffectively defend himself,\u200b demonstrating the importance of \u200ddedicated training and preparation.<\/p>\n<p>While Baez&#8217;s success in this encounter\u2064 is commendable, it \u200dis\u200d essential to \u200dremember \u200bthat personal safety is\u2062 not solely reliant on physical\u200b skills. \u200bIt is crucial\u200d to prioritize\u200c situational awareness, conflict resolution, and\u2062 avoiding dangerous situations\u200d whenever possible. Baez&#8217;s\u200b ability to de-escalate the\u200b situation initially showcases the\u200c value of \u200deffective communication \u200dand non-violent approaches.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, Javier Baez&#8217;s experience with \u200dan\u200b armed attacker serves as a powerful\u2064 reminder of the benefits of self-defense and\u2063 martial arts training.\u200d His ability to swiftly disarm and neutralize the threat highlights the importance of preparation and the practical applications\u200d of MMA\u2064 techniques in real-life situations. Baez&#8217;s story \u200bserves as inspiration for individuals seeking to enhance their personal safety and develop valuable skills that extend beyond the realm of\u200c competitive martial arts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Never bring a knife to a gunfight, they say. Turns out, bringing a knife to a mixed martial arts fight doesn&#8217;t end well either. Javier Baez, claiming a lifetime of training, proved this when confronted in the early hours of November 1 near his location, as reported by WPLG.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2010,"featured_media":2094207,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[548],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2094206","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-conservative-news-daily"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2094206","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2010"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2094206"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2094206\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2094207"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2094206"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2094206"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2094206"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}