Today on the program, we discuss Ben Askren's recovery, how many fights Ilia Topuria has left and why I never want to talk about you know who ever again. This is episode 261 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
On this week's episode of the live chat, we discuss the fallout from UFC 317, what all the possibilities are next for Ilia Topuria, why Kai Kara- France triggers everyone and much more. SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSCRIBE: https://lthomas.substack.com/
This episode of the the live chat was recorded before UFC 317, so we discuss that, the decline of the media business, Tom Aspinall's options and so much more. SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.com/
After UFC 317, there's simply no denying Ilia Topuria is going to be the biggest star in the sport and maybe the top pound-for-pound fighter in the sport. He has secured the best three-fight win streak in the history of the sport and did so in emphatic fashion. In this UFC 317 post-fight show, we discuss the significance of Topuria's win, Alexandre Pantoja's performance, the ascension of Joshua Van and much more. SUBSCRIBE on SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.com/
Today on. the program, we'll look ahead to UFC Baku, we'll preview the Aaron Pico vs. Movsar Evloev co-main for UFC Abu Dhabi and much more. This is episode 258 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat. SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.com/
At UFC Atlanta, Kamaru Usman showed vintage form while Joaqiun Buckley underwhelmed. What just happened? We'll talk about that plus Rose Namajunas vs. Miranda Maverick and more. SUBSCRIBE: https://lthomas.substack.com/
At UFC 316, Merab Dvalishvili not only defeated Sean O'Malley, he finished him inside of three rounds. It was a stunning achievement for a fighter who had been known as a force, but not a finisher. We discuss what this means for both fighters, who might be next and whether Merab is the best to ever do it at 135 pounds. We also talk Kayla Harrison's achievements, her showdown with Amanda Nunes and much more. SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.com/
Today on the podcast, we look ahead to UFC 316 and I do my best to explain what Jordan Breen contributed to MMA and MMA media. This is episode 256 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat. SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.com/
Today on the podcast, we delve into the UFC's next broadcast deal and why there's a very good chance they will stay with ESPN, the fatigue of the Jones-Aspinall situation and much more. This is episode 255 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
Today on the podcast, we go into all things Jon Jones, Tom Aspinall, Stipe Miocic and the UFC. Just what is taking so long to make this fight and what does it say about the key players in this scenario? This is episode 254 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
Today on the podcast, we delve into whether we'll ever get Ilia Topuria vs. Islam Makhachev, DDP-Khamzat prognostication and more. This is episode 253 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
At UFC 315, Jack Della Maddalena defeated Belal Muhammad via unanimous decision to claim the welterweight title. That sets up a showdown with P4P top fighter Islam Makhachev and so much more. We discuss all of it after last night's fights. SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK for tape study: https://lthomas.substack.com/
On today's episode, we review Bo Nickal's response to his first pro loss, debate whether Alex Pereira was really hacked, look ahead to UFC 315 and more. Subscribe to my Substack: https://lthomas.substack.com/ This is episode 252 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
At UFC Iowa, Cory Sandhagen made relatively quick work of Deiveson Figueiredo in the main event while Reinier de Ridder managed to stop the Bo Nickal hype train dead in its tracks. We talk about these results and more in my UFC Iowa post-fight show. SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.com/
Today on the podcast, we discuss the new movie 'The Smashing Machine', our temperature on Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane, Trump not understanding Photoshop and much more. This is episode 251 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat. Subscribe to my Substack: https://lthomas.substack.com/
On today's episode, we'll discuss the Fighting Nerds using data analytics, whether Jones-Aspinall will happen, how Topuria-Makhachev might go down and more. This is episode 250 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat. Subscribe to Luke's Substack: https://lthomas.substack.com
At UFC 314, Alex Volkanovski reclaimed the UFC featherweight title with a clear and decisive victory over Diego Lopes, winning via unanimous decision. In this post-fight show, I go over all of the results from this main event, plus Paddy Pimblett outclassing Michael Chandler, Jean Silva submitting Bryce Mitchell and so much more.
Today on the podcast, we discuss the history that Alexander Volkanovski is attempting at UFC 314, why the GFL's implosion is the most obvious conclusion to its existence and more. This is episode 249 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
Today on the podcast, we'll look at the risks of Jones-Aspinall going wrong for the UFC, whether Topuria vs. Gaethje makes sense, what inventory Netflix might want from UFC and more. This is episode 248 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
Today on the podcast, we look ahead a bit to UFC London's Leon Edwards vs. Sean Brady, try to understand Jon Jones's motivations for delaying the Tom Aspinall fight, dig into the details on the case of UFC pay-per-views being down and more. This is episode 246 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
Today on the podcast, we review BJ Penn's situation, forecast what a rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira might look like and more. This is episode 245 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat. Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lukethomas.bsky.social
At UFC 313, Magomed Ankalaev defeated Alex Pereira to become the new UFC light heavyweight champion. What does this mean for the division? Will there be a rematch? Was the scoring fair? We delve into all of it in today's UFC 313 post-fight show. Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lukethomas.bsky.social
Today on the podcast, we look ahead to UFC 313 and react to the big TKO Boxing news plus so much more. This is episode 244 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat. Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lukethomas.bsky.social
On today's live chat, we go through all of the insane UFC 314 and UFC 315, especially Ilia Topuria dropping the featherweight belt. Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lukethomas.bsky.social
Today on the podcast, we'll examine the fallout between Eric Nicksick and Sean Strickland, discuss why influencers are replacing media and more. This is episode 241 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
On today's podcast, we look ahead to UFC 312 while really getting to the heart of what is behind the UFC's 'free speech' policy. This is episode 240 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
At UFC Saudi Arabia, Nassourdine Imavov stopped Israel Adesanya with strikes in the second round. Is it now time for him to retire?
On today's episode of The Luke Thomas Live Chat (ep. 239), we're reacting to Bryce Mitchell's insane comments about Hitler and the Jews. Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lukethomas.bsky.social
Today on the podcast, we're discussing if Merab Dvalishvili is the 135 GOAT, Elon's N*zi salute, Islam Makhachev as the top P4P fighter and more. This is episode 238 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
At UFC 311, Islam Makhachev easily dispatched Renato Moicano in the first round while Merab Dvalishvili overcame a slow start to overwhelm Umar Nurmagomedov. Plus, Jiri Prochazka is fighting...smart?! Results, analysis and viewer questions answered. This is the Luke Thomas UFC 311 Post-Fight Show.
