On today's episode, I begin by discussing the news that Ian Garry and Joaquin Buckley will headline the final Fight Night of the year. I also talk about why Ilia Topuria could be champion for years to come, Derrick Lewis's strong take on Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic, and Tom Aspinall's smart plans for UFC 309. And on this Election Day, I tell you which UFC fighter could make a good President of the United States. The following time codes are approximate: Ian Garry vs. Joaquin Buckley (00:00) Ilia ...
Nov 05, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 409
Big episode today! Coming up, I discuss the news that Belal Muhammad is out of his UFC 310 title fight with Shavkat Rakhmonov, and also why I believe Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev will be the new headliner. Plus, I tell you whether Khamzat Chimaev or Bo Nickal is the better MMA wrestler, and whether Chimaev or Sean Strickland will get the next middleweight title shot against Dricus du Plessis. There's also some rumors about a fight between Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev? And of course, Con...
Nov 01, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 408
On today's post-UFC 308 episode, I talk about the middleweight title picture and whether Khamzat Chimaev or Sean Strickland deserves the next crack at Dricus du Plessis. Plus, I discuss Ilia Topuria's impressive win over Max Holloway and why I think El Matador has a strong case for Fighter of the Year over Alex Pereira. Speaking of Pereira, are we so sure Magomed Ankalaev will be his next opponent? *The following time codes are approximate: Ilia Topuria for FOY? (00:00) Middleweight title pictur...
Oct 29, 2024•38 min•Ep. 407
It's UFC 308 week! On today's show, I talk about another challenge laid down by Ilia Topuria to Max Holloway, and I tell you how Holloway responded to it. Plus, I talk about the betting lines for Magomed Ankalaev vs. Aleksandar Rakic and my take on Robert Whittaker vs. Khamzat Chimaev. And after watching Francis Ngannou win handily in his PFL debut this weekend, I'm wondering a few things: Does he fight in boxing or MMA next, and where does Ngannou rank in the all-time heavyweight great conversa...
Oct 22, 2024•57 min•Ep. 406
Happy Friday! On today's episode I talk about Conor McGregor inviting Sean O'Malley to train with him in Thailand. I also talk about Alex Pereira's massive weight cuts, Cowboy Cerrone's un-retirement, and why Renato Moicano thinks the UFC is protecting Paddy Pimblett from him. And, after years of legal issues, injuries, and not fighting ... what exactly is McGregor's legacy at this point? The following time codes are approximate: McGregor and O'Malley mend fences (00:00) McGregor's legacy (10:26...
Oct 18, 2024•52 min•Ep. 405
On today's episode, I explain my issues with Conor McGregor's statement that he and Dan Hooker are going to fight each other next February in Saudi Arabia. Plus, I tell you why Hooker could instead make sense for Dustin Poirier's next fight. I also discuss Belal Muhammad vs. Shavkat Rakhmonov, Jake Paul's proposed bet with Mike Tyson, and my problem with the UFCs newest signee. The following time codes are approximate: Muhammad vs. Rakhmonov is official (00:00) McGregor vs. Hooker? (11:17) Dusti...
Oct 15, 2024•45 min•Ep. 404
On today's LOADED episode, I'm covering a whole bunch of topics, like how Alex Pereira has jumped over Jon Jones in the pound-for-pound rankings. Plus, Amanda Nunes teases a return, Conor McGregor and Dana White are in the same city but it's NOT to see each other, and Ilia Topuria has issued a brilliant challenge to Max Holloway for their UFC 308 scrap. On top of all that, I discuss rumors of Jake Paul's $40 MILLION pay day to fight Mike Tyson, as well as a proposed BMF tournament by Nate Diaz. ...
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 403
On today's episode, we go back in time to Saturday night when I offered you my immediate thoughts to Alex Pereira's win over Khalil Rountree, and I also tell you why I don't believe Kayla Harrison got the victory. Then, I talk about why the women's bantamweight division has suddenly become interesting, what's next for Pereira, and what makes the light heavyweight champion so special. The following time codes are approximate: Alex Pereira's place in the GOAT conversation (00:00) Kayla Harrison di...
Oct 08, 2024•47 min•Ep. 402
I'm in Salt Lake City for UFC 307, but before I left I made sure to deliver you a special UFC 307 preview show! On today's episode, I talk about paths to victory for both Khalil Rountree and Alex Pereira in Saturday night's main event, the overwhelming odds in favor of Kayla Harrison, Raquel Pennington vs. Julianna Pena, and more. Plus, Israel Adesanya says he wants to fight again this year, and Ian Garry and Shavkat Rakhmonov might have a fight booked with each other? The following time codes a...
Oct 04, 2024•58 min•Ep. 401
Before I head off to Salt Lake City to cover UFC 307 for ESPN, I give you my reaction to Renato Moicano's win over Benoit Saint-Denis. And I also tell you why I think Money Moicano will fight Justin Gaethje next. Plus, I get into the drama surrounding Bryan Battle, and I also talk about the triangle between Stipe Miocic, Jon Jones, and Tom Aspinall. The following time codes are approximate: Renato Moicano's next opponent (00:00) Similarities between Moicano and Khalil Rountree (08:42) Bryan Batt...
Oct 01, 2024•40 min•Ep. 400
On today's episode, I get into the new Vince McMahon Netflix documentary that's sweeping the Internet. I also discuss rumors swirling around Stipe Miocic and his UFC 309 bout with Jon Jones at Madison Square Garden. Plus, Diego Lopes has put Alex Volkanovski in a tough spot, the PFL has put together a big card for next month, and I give you my take on a controversial airplane story. To support this show, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on Spotify . The following tim...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 399
Khamzat Chimaev finally revealed the truth! I talk about that on today's program, plus I tell you about my new favorite UFC featherweight. I also give you a behind-the-scenes glimpse into next month's title fight between Alex Pereira and Khalil Rountree. Jorge Masvidal has also called out Leon Edwards again, and Conor McGregor lost (again). The following time codes are approximate: Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree (00:00) Movsar Evloev is the man (11:36) Conor McGregor and Mike Perry (24:51) Jor...
Sep 24, 2024•56 min•Ep. 398
Howdy folks! On today’s episode of the best podcast in combat sports, I get into all the week’s biggest stories, starting with Michael Chandler's thoughts on Conor McGregor’s return. Then, I talk about Jon Jones's comments on his fight with Stipe Miocic being “likely” his last. After that, I dive into the potential matchup of Henry Cejudo vs. Sean O’Malley, as well as Merab Dvalishvili’s plan for his next title fight. To close out, I discuss Khamzat Chimaev’s decision to get back to his roots an...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 397
I'm back from Las Vegas after an INCREDIBLE weekend at Sphere, and I've got a lot to say on today's program. I get into Merab Dvalishvili's win over Sean O'Malley and all the weird things that happened in this fight. Plus, I tell you why Valentina Shevchenko didn't do herself any favors Saturday night, and also about the massive compliment Dana White handed to budding superstar Diego Lopes. Plus, Jake Paul made a brilliant marketing move, and Conor McGregor's UFC career may have gone up in flame...
Sep 17, 2024•51 min•Ep. 396
A special night at UFC 306 warrants a special preview podcast, and so on today's episode that's what I give ya! I talk about Sean O'Malley's GENIUS marketing work, and also his biggest weakness in the Octagon. Plus, I talk about the guy that bowed out of Dana White's Contender Series and White's plans for Conor McGregor in 2025. And of course, some official predictions for the UFC 306 co-main event between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko, as well as the main event between O'Malley and Mera...
Sep 13, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 395
Was Israel Adesanya involved in a ROAD RAGE incident? I tell ya' that on today's episode PLUS I call out Merab Dvalishvili for his hypocritical criticism of Umar Nurmagomedov. Also, my reaction to Sean Brady's win over Gilbert Burns, expectations for The Sphere, and we say goodbye (maybe?) to a legend. The following time codes are approximate: Burns vs. Brady reaction (00:00) Is Demetrious Johnson done? (07:38) Merab criticizes Umar (15:34) What will The Sphere show look like? (27:15) Gangs, Hel...
Sep 10, 2024•47 min•Ep. 394
I went to message Jon Jones...and I think he blocked me. Can you believe it? I get into that on today's show, plus I saw some video of Conor McGregor training and I'm not quite sure what to make of it. I also talk about Saturday's big Fight Night bout between Gilbert Burns and Sean Brady, as well as the odds of the UFC 306 main event between Sean O'Malley and Merab Dvalishvili. I also would love to see O'Malley and Belal Muhammad in the same room, wouldn't you? The following time codes are appro...
Sep 06, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 393
Happy post-Labor Day! On today's great episode of the best podcast in combat sports, I tell you about that time I was (almost) a stunt man for Channing Tatum, and also my beef with NASA. Then, I talk about the rumors surrounding a Colby Covington-Dustin Poirier fight. After that, I discuss the UFC welterweight title picture, my BRILLIANT idea for Alexander Volkanovski's next opponent, Jon Jones' financials and how that could impact his retirement decision, changing pay-per-view prices in boxing,...
Sep 03, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 392
Lots to get to on today's show! I begin by talking about Dana White teasing he has fight news for Conor McGregor, Michael Chandler, Charles Oliveira, and Max Holloway. Then, I break down the upcoming title fight between Holloway and Ilia Topuria, as well as the latest twists and turns in the McGregor vs. Chandler saga. Plus, I get into some drama in the grappling world, the Buffalo Bills cutting Gable Steveson, Kamaru Usman's future, and more. Dana White's fight news (00:00) Ilia Topuria vs. Max...
Aug 30, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 391
On today's episode, I begin by by telling Caio Borralho about the stupid mistake he made following his win over Jared Cannonier. Then, I talk about another dumb move by Jiri Prochazka, who wants to drop to 185 lbs. and then immediately go back to light heavyweight. After that, I give Alex Pereira some praise for saying Magomed Ankalaev doesn't want to fight him, a rare smart move by a fighter. And to close out the show, I discuss Conor McGregor's online movement to get himself a fight. The follo...
Aug 27, 2024•54 min•Ep. 390
On today's episode, I begin by telling you why I'm confident Khalil Rountree will run through the golden boy Alex Pereira at UFC 307. Then, I talk about all the drama circulating Jon Jones this week, including his back-and-forth with Tom Aspinall and his upcoming Stipe Miocic fight. After that, I discuss Michael Bisping's comments about Israel Adesanya, as well as Adesanya's friend Dan Hooker and what could be next for him. To close it out, I discuss "next-level stupidity" from Merab Dvalishvili...
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 389
UFC 305 is in the books and on today's show, I think we should discuss it. On this episode, I debate whether Dricus Du Plessis is a psychopath, and I also outline the three things that need to happen for Israel Adesanya to consider fighting again. Then, I have some strong words for DDP and his team, and I also tell you why I believe Du Plessis and Alex Pereira will never fight each other. And to round out the show, I tell you why Dan Hooker should chase a BMF title fight rather than one with Con...
Aug 20, 2024•49 min•Ep. 388
With a lot of drama swirling around Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler (again), I begin the show by discussing the latest wrinkles in the saga that will never end. Then, I discuss Dana White's comments about Jon Jones and Alex Pereira. And in the UFC 305 preview portion of the program, I talk about Sean Strickland's claim to the winner of Dricus du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya, Adesanya's motivation heading into this fight, and more. The following time codes are approximate: Conor McGregor's los...
Aug 16, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 387
With UFC 305 upon us, I do a lot of talking about Saturdays main event between Dricus du Plessis and Israel Adesanya. I give you my official prediction, plus I get into the very odd approach to training that DDP has. I also tell you why I hate something Ariel Helwani tweeted , and I also give Jake Paul some credit for his goal of one day representing Team USA in the boxing ring. The following time codes are approximate: DDP’s odd training methods (00:00) The matchup between DDP and Adesanya (10:...
Aug 13, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 386
On today's episode, I begin by discussing the current state of the Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler fight we've been waiting forever for. Then, I get into the RIDICULOUS notion of Arman Tsarukyan fighting in an interim lightweight championship. After that, I talk about Belal Muhammad's next move, Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alexsandar Rakic, and why I believe the UFC should give undefeated flyweight Muhammad Mokaev another shot. The following time codes are approximate: McGregor vs. Chandler doubts ...
Aug 09, 2024•54 min•Ep. 385
Happy Tuesday! Coming up on today's show, I talk about Tony Ferguson's loss to Michael Chiesa and the three things he did wrong during and after the fight. Then, I talk about the emergence of "Shara Bullet" and how high his ceiling is. Plus, I explain why Kamaru Usman should get a crack at Belal Muhammad, question whether Khamzat Chimaev will actually show up to fight Robert Whittaker at UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi, and I put all the Olympics boxing controversy to rest. The following time codes are app...
Aug 06, 2024•54 min•Ep. 384
I've got a LOT to discuss on today's show...here's everything that's coming up: The Olympics are a scam (00:00) Conor McGregor's fighting future (10:33) Who wins: McGregor or Sean O'Malley? (21:02) Saturday's UFC Abu Dhabi main event (26:08) Can Tom Aspinall actually beat Jon Jones? (34:47) Paddy Pimblett will face Renato Moicano (44:30) Israel Adesanya's future (50:38) Some strong words for Kamaru Usman (01:07:20) Dustin Poirier's flirting with retirement (01:13:12) All time codes are approxima...
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 383
I'm back in my home studio after spending the weekend on the East Coast covering UFC 304 for ESPN, and I'm fired up on today's show because I have a LOT to say. First, I tell you why I thought the Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad fight was AWESOME, and then I tell you who the new welterweight champion should fight next (hint: it's not Shavkat Rakhmonov.) After that, I talk about the unparalleled situation involving Tom Aspinall and the heavyweights. Then, I close by talking about Paddy Pimblett's...
Jul 30, 2024•47 min•Ep. 382
It's UFC 304 fight week! And coming up on today's show, I'll get into some of the interesting betting lines for Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad 2, as well as King Green vs. Paddy Pimblett. Plus, I discuss several angles of the Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry boxing fight, and I finish by talking about Conor McGregor's change of tone regarding his toe "injury." The following time codes are approximate: Jake Paul's win over Mike Perry (00:00) The weight discrepancy in Paul vs. Perry (12:26) Why I'm not c...
Jul 23, 2024•55 min•Ep. 381
Happy Friday -- I've got a lot of news to get into on today's show! I talk about Nate Diaz's $9M lawsuit against Fanmio, why I think there's a chance we see Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Conor McGregor 2, and the short list of opponents Dustin Poirier would be willing to get in the cage with. Plus, I preview the weekend's big boxing fight between Jake Paul and Mike Perry, and I've got a family situation I need your help navigating! CHAPTERS: Nate Diaz's lawsuit against Fanmio (00:00) Khabib vs. McGreg...
Jul 19, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 380
