WATCH: Yohan Blake Shows off Smooth Dance Moves to Hit Michael Jackson Song

Jamaica has produced its fair share of talented athletes. Courtesy of the same, they rule the Olympics when it comes to sprinting. One of the best athletes who belong to this country is Yohan Blake.

Blake is the youngest 100m champion, and has actually come quite close to beating the legend Usain Bolt may a time. Blake has been nicknamed “The Beast” and is famous for his fierce attitude. The rivalry between him and Bolt is quite popular.

Quite opposite to this fierce image, Blake shared a video via Twitter where he can be seen grooving to Michael Jackson’s popular song.

Introducing Yohan Jackson

Thriller by Michael Jackson is one of the most popular pop songs ever. Released as part of the album “Thriller” in 1983, it made several records, becoming the most hit song.

This song has certainly not lost its charm and this was proved by star sprinter Yohan Blake himself. He recently posted a video where he can be seen grooving to the beats of this song.

“Track by day, Yohan Jackson by night…,” captioned Blake.

Track by day, Yohan Jackson by night… pic.twitter.com/fE1c47TX03

— Yohan Blake (@YohanBlake) December 29, 2021

Not just the song, but the dance moves done by Jackson in the video practically shook the world. They went viral immediately, and they remain iconic steps even to this date.

In the video, Blake can be seen doing the exact same steps following Jackson in every step. This just proves that Blake actually knows the song and the steps by heart.

Fans also loved this and didn’t stop themselves from appreciating his steps. One even named him “Yohanson”. One fan asked him to perform at the concert.

Yohanson

— Daniel Maisaje Ada (@Danielmaisaje1) December 30, 2021

Blake meanwhile, has a Youtube channel of his own called “Blake TV”, where he often uploads videos on fitness and training.

Yohan Blake interested in T2O

After Usain Bolt declared his desire to be part of cricket, now Yohan Blake too has said that he is interested in this, especially in T20 cricket.

“I would love to feature in franchise cricket; I would even love to own a franchise in India,” Blake told MidDay.

GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA – APRIL 08: Yohan Blake of Jamaica looks on after he competes in the Men’s 100 metres semi finals on day four of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games at Carrara Stadium on April 8, 2018 on the Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Michael Dodge/Getty Images)

Blake was actually a fast bowler in his younger days. His principal spotted Blake’s talent in running and asked him to try sprinting. Blake was quite ambitious to play for the West Indies National team.

Both Blake and Bolt have expressed their keen desire to be involved in the T20 league, which is now growing in its popularity. Apart from them, many other sporting legends have also expressed their desire to be part of the T20 league in India.

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