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Rankings Show: Who’s Actually Getting Most Screwed Out Of A UFC Title Shot? | Nunes-Shevchenko P4P Debate, Is Moreno No. 1?
August 03, 2022 10:00 - 1 hourThe UFC is littered with names right now who could reasonably deserve a title shot and probably aren’t going to get one because of circumstances beyond their control. But who’s getting the rawest deal? The gang hits that debate and more on this month’s edition of the MMA Fighting Rankings Show. Mike Heck and Steven Marrocco join co-hosts Shaun Al-Shatti and Alexander K. Lee to unpack the fallout of UFC 277 and discuss the latest swings in the MMA landscape (3:15). Does Brandon Moreno have a c...
Rankings Show: Who’s Getting Most Screwed Out Of A UFC Title Shot? | Nunes-Shevchenko P4P Debate, Is Moreno No. 1?
August 03, 2022 10:00 - 1 hourThe UFC is littered with names right now who could reasonably deserve a title shot and probably aren’t going to get one because of circumstances beyond their control. But who’s getting the rawest deal? The gang hits that debate and more on this month’s edition of the MMA Fighting Rankings Show. Mike Heck and Steven Marrocco join co-hosts Shaun Al-Shatti and Alexander K. Lee to unpack the fallout of UFC 277 and discuss the latest swings in the MMA landscape (3:15). Does Brandon Moreno have a c...
Trocação Franca | Brasileira desafia Amanda Nunes + Vicente Luque, Ariane Lipski, Augusto Sakai e Delan Monte
August 03, 2022 09:00 - 1 hourAmanda Nunes retomou o posto de campeã dupla do UFC ao passar por cima de Julianna Peña em revanche, e o Trocação Franca debate tudo o que rolou no UFC 277 na companhia de Zeca Azevedo, repórter do Combate que cobriu o evento direto do Texas. O podcast também recebe Ketlen Vieira, possível adversária da “Leoa” pelo cinturão, que lançou um desafio à campeã. Na sessão Fight Week, entrevistas com Vicente Luque, Ariane Lipski, Augusto Sakai e Delan Monte, que entram em ação nos próximas dias no U...
HOAM | Should Amanda Nunes vs. Julianna Peña 3 Be Next After UFC 277? Niko Price Joins the Show
August 02, 2022 15:50 - 1 hourAmanda Nunes reclaimed her bantamweight title and champ-champ status with a one-sided unanimous decision win over Julianna Peña in the main event of UFC 277 this past Saturday. Despite Nunes' dominance, should the UFC go ahead and book the trilogy fight when both women are ready to return? On an all-new Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck gives his thoughts on the title picture following the UFC's most recent pay-per-view event. In addition, other listener topics include the stoppage ...
Fighter vs. Writer: Anthony Pettis On Rematching Stevie Ray Just Weeks After Shocking Sub Loss; Sam Alvey On One Last UFC Shot
August 02, 2022 08:00 - 1 hourPFL lightweight contender Anthony Pettis and UFC veteran Sam Alvey join the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer. As he prepares for his first shot at the PFL playoffs, Pettis addresses his shocking submission loss to Stevie Ray in his final regular season matchup and how his own errors approaching that fight ultimately led to his demise. Pettis will also discuss what it’s like to get ready for the exact same opponent as he prepares to face Ray again on Friday, just weeks after their ...
On To the Next One | Matches To Make After UFC 277
July 31, 2022 17:28 - 1 hourWhere do Julianna Peña and Amanda Nunes go after their rematch for the UFC bantamweight title in the main event of Saturday's UFC 277 card in Dallas? What about Brandon Moreno and Kai Kara-France following their second encounter — this time for the interim flyweight title in the co-main event, Sergei Pavlovich after his debated stoppage win over Derrick Lewis, along with Alexandre Pantoja and Magomed Ankalaev following their main card stoppage wins, and other notable names from the event. MM...
UFC 277 Post-Fight Show | Reaction To Amanda Nunes' Dominance, Brandon Moreno's Nasty Finish
July 31, 2022 09:18 - 1 hourAmanda Nunes and Brandon Moreno left the American Airlines Center in Dallas with UFC gold around their waists. Following Saturday’s UFC 277 event, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, José Youngs, Shaun Al-Shatti, and Jed Meshew react to Nunes’ dominant performance against a very gritty and tough Julianna Peña to reclaim her double-champ status, Moreno’s incredible finish of Kai Kara-France in the highly entertaining co-main event to win the interim flyweight title, the post-fight face off between More...
Reaction | Jake Paul vs. Hasim Rahman Jr. Fight Cancelled
July 31, 2022 01:12 - 13 minutesJake Paul's return to the squared circle will have to wait after his fight with Hasim Rahman Jr. has been cancelled, along with the entire event. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee react to the breaking news due to allegations that Rahman wasn't going to be able to make the agreed upon weight for their main event at Madison Square Garden. In addition, they discuss what could be next for Paul, if Nate Diaz could factor into those plans quicker than anticipated, and more. Follow M...
UFC 277 Preview Show | Does Julianna Peña Have Amanda Nunes’ Number?
July 29, 2022 18:55 - 1 hourJulianna Peña is ready to prove that her upset win over Amanda Nunes at UFC 269 wasn’t a fluke, while the former bantamweight queen hopes to exact revenge and reclaim her throne in Dallas. MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, José Youngs, Alexander K. Lee break down the main event rematch for Saturday’s UFC 277 event and look at some of the burning questions heading into the bout. In addition, they discuss the interim flyweight championship showdown between Brandon Moreno and Kai Kara-France, both figh...
HOAM | Could Charles Oliveira Win At UFC 280 Get Khabib Nurmagomedov Out Of Retirement?
July 29, 2022 14:27 - 1 hourThe vacant lightweight title fight between Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev at October's UFC 280 event is one of the more fascinating matchups of the year, but could the result lead to another massive showdown in the future featuring former champion and UFC hall of famer Khabib Nurmagomedov? On an all-new episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck gives his thoughts on the possibility Nurmagomedov could return to the octagon should Oliveira defeat Makhachev in Abu Dhabi. In ad...
BTL | Paddy Pimblett & Molly McCann Show, Khamzat Chimaev, Pena vs. Nunes 2, UFC 277, More
July 28, 2022 20:37 - 1 hourPaddy Pimblett and Molly McCann’s stars continued to rise at UFC London, but how far can they go? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, Pimblett and McCann’s futures will be discussed following their big finishes this past Saturday. In addition, topics include Khamzat Chimaev’s recent interview on The MMA Hour and his doubts that UFC 279 opponent Nate Diaz will event show up to the fight, the rematch between Julianna Pena and Amanda Nunes this Saturday at UFC 277 and what is at stake fo...
HOAM | How Dana White Was Right and Wrong At the Same Time
July 28, 2022 15:31 - 1 hourUFC president Dana White had a very busy Tuesday and made a lot of headlines, yet somehow found a way to be both right and wrong throughout the day. On an all-new episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck discusses White's interview with Pat McAfee where he addressed his gift of $250,000 to a member of The Nelk Boys, and how he blamed the MMA media for the narrative that he felt was spread. In addition, White's post-event speech on Dana White's Contender Series is discussed where...
No Bets Barred: Amanda Nunes Or Kai Kara-France — Which Is A Money-Winner For UFC 277?
July 27, 2022 17:06 - 1 hourThe No Bets Barred boys are back to break down UFC 277 and the two title fights taking place this weekend. Will Amanda Nunes will reclaim her title in her rematch with Julianna Peña? Hosts Conner Burks and Jed Meshew both state their cases — and they even drop a coveted Wolfpack Wager on the Brandon Moreno vs. Kai Kara-France co-main event. Follow Conner Burks: @connerburks Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi...
Trocação Franca | Preview do UFC 277, com Kenny Florian
July 27, 2022 12:00 - 36 minutesFaltam poucos dias para a aguardada revanche entre Amanda Nunes e Julianna Peña pelo cinturão de melhor peso-galo do planeta, e o Trocação Franca debate tudo sobre as disputas de título do UFC 277, que rola sábado no Texas, com o ex-desafiante do UFC Kenny Florian. Ex-rival de José Aldo, o americano fala do evento e passa a carreira a limpo, além de comentar a ascensão de Charles do Bronx e o duelo com Islam Makhachev. O podcast recebe, ainda, o peso-mosca Alexandre Pantoja, que enfrenta Alex...
HOAM | Would Paddy Pimblett vs. Tony Ferguson Make Sense After UFC London?
July 26, 2022 15:55 - 1 hourPaddy Pimblett's star power continues to rise following his UFC London submission win over Jordan Leavitt. How does the UFC capitalize on this, and could there be a world where a fight between Pimblett and Tony Ferguson is an option? On an all-new Heck of a Morning, Mike Heck brings up a dialog amongst the MMA Fighting squad in regards to a potential Pimblett vs. Ferguson matchup, and explains why he is not in favor of that idea — which leads to Shaun Al-Shatti giving his thoughts on it as we...
UFC London Post-Fight Show: Paddy Pimblett, Molly McCann Shine | Tom Aspinall Injures Knee Early
July 24, 2022 00:06 - 58 minutesThe sequel at UFC London may not have lived up to the original, but the Paddy & Molly Show still came out shining. MMA Fighting's Shaun Al-Shatti, Jed Meshew, and José Youngs break down the top storylines coming out of an up-and-down UFC London card, which saw Tom Aspinall lose to Curtis Blaydes in just 15 seconds after suffering an untimely knee injury, Paddy Pimblett and Molly McMann score monster finishes over Jordan Leavitt and Hannah Goldy, Jack Hermansson halt the ascent of Chris Curtis...
UFC London Preview Show: Will The Sequel Live Up To The Original For Tom Aspinall, Paddy Pimblett?
July 22, 2022 20:39 - 1 hourFour months after one of the wildest, most entertaining events of the year, the UFC is back in London for another showcase of U.K. MMA. But can the sequel live up the original for Tom Aspinall, Paddy Pimblett, and the rest of England's finest? MMA Fighting's Shaun Al-Shatti, Alexander K. Lee, and Jed Meshew break down the top storylines and make their picks heading into a loaded UFC London card. Will Curtis Blaydes be too much, too soon for Aspinall? Is Jordan Leavitt really going to twerk al...
HOAM | Will Conor McGregor Get Winner Of Charles Oliveira vs. Islam Makhachev In Return Fight?
July 22, 2022 14:46 - 1 hourWith a big vacant lightweight title fight on the books between Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev for UFC 280 in October, will Conor McGregor find himself as the next man up when he's set to return to the octagon? On an all-new "Free-For-All Friday" edition of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck gives his thoughts on the 155-pound title picture and makes the case that McGregor could find himself in a title fight depending on the result of Oliveira vs. Makhachev. In addition, listene...
BTL | Nate Diaz vs. Khamzat Chimaev, Oliveira-Makhachev Leads Stacked UFC 280, UFC London, More
July 21, 2022 21:09 - 1 hourNate Diaz has his final fight on the books, and it will be in the main event of UFC 279 against the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel gives their reaction to the headliner of the #UFC’s September PPV event and if this was the way to go. In addition, topics include the loaded up UFC 280 lineup thus far — which includes Charles Oliveira vs. Islam Makhachev for the vacant lightweight title, Aljamain Sterling vs. T.J. Dillashaw for the bantamweight ...
HOAM | What If Nate Diaz Beats Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 279?
July 21, 2022 15:50 - 1 hourThe booking of the final fight on Nate Diaz's UFC contract has been met with mixed reviews, as he's targeted to face Khamzat Chimaev in the main event of UFC 279 in September. The question is: why all of the outrage? On an all-new episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck gives his thoughts on the matchup between Diaz and Chimaev, while also explaining why it's absolutely the correct fight to make. In addition, listener topics include what would happen if Diaz were to pull off th...
No Bets Barred: Tom Aspinall Or The Underdog Curtis Blaydes — Who To Back At UFC London?
July 20, 2022 17:05 - 1 hourThe No Bets Barred boys are back to break down the UFC's second trip to London in 2022, and the heavyweight main event between Curtis Blaydes and Tom Aspinall. Hosts Conner Burks and Jed Meshew are predicting a big night for the British fans and even jump in together on a +1000 long shot for one prelim bout. Follow Conner Burks: @connerburks Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo....
Trocação Franca | Entrevista com Charles do Bronx + UFC negocia com rival da Globo
July 20, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutesO Trocação Franca dessa semana traz uma entrevista exclusiva com Charles do Bronx poucos dias após o acerto da sua luta com Islam Makhachev para outubro, em Abu Dhabi, pelo cinturão dos leves do UFC. O paulista fala do confronto com o russo, os comentários de Khabib Nurmagomedov, por que não avançaram as negociações para enfrentar Conor McGregor, a admissão de “trapaceada” de Daniel Cormier na pesagem, e muito mais. O podcast traz, ainda, novidades quanto ao futuro das transmissões do UFC no ...
Reaction | Khamzat Chimaev vs. Nate Diaz Targeted To Headline UFC 279
July 19, 2022 20:41 - 15 minutesNate Diaz wanted to get the last fight under his UFC contract on the books, and he looks to have gotten it in the main event of UFC 279 against Khamzat Chimaev. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee react to the booking, the fight being the main event of the card, if it will in fact be Diaz's final fight in the UFC, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi ...
HOAM | Reaction To Charles Oliveira vs. Islam Makhachev At UFC 280, Dana White's Response To Nate Diaz
July 19, 2022 15:44 - 1 hourIslam Makhachev will get his opportunity to fight for the vacant lightweight title against Charles Oliveira in Abu Dhabi at October's UFC 280 event. What will that mean for Oliveira should he get another big win in the 155-pound division? On an-all new edition of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck reacts to the matchmaking and if a Conor McGregor fight is in play for Oliveira with a victory over the surging protege of Khabib Nurmagomedov. In addition, listeners ask questions about Ya...
On To the Next One | Matches To Make After UFC Long Island
July 17, 2022 03:20 - 1 hourThe UFC's featherweight division now has some question marks following the main event of UFC Long Island where Yair Rodriguez got a first-round stoppage win against Brian Ortega, but not in the fashion he would've preferred. Will Rodriguez get a title shot against Alexander Volkanovski, or will he have to win one more to get there? MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee attempt to answer that question from a matchmaking perspective on an all-new edition of On To the Next One following ...
UFC Long Island Post-Fight Show | What's Next At 145 After Heartbreaking End To Yair Rodriguez vs. Brian Ortega?
July 16, 2022 23:11 - 1 hourYair Rodriguez got himself a victory in the main event of UFC Long Island against Brian Ortega, but it certainly wasn’t how he drew it up. Following Saturday’s event in New York, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, José Youngs, and Jed Meshew react to the heartbreaking injury stoppage win for Rodriguez over Ortega in the headliner of the UFC’s return to ABC. In addition, they discuss where the featherweight division goes following the result and what it could mean for champ Alexander Volkanovski, wher...
UFC Long Island Preview Show | Can Brian Ortega Get Alexander Volkanovski Rematch With Emphatic Win?
July 15, 2022 17:35 - 1 hourWhile most believe that a win for Yair Rodriguez in the main event of UFC Long Island will earn him a title shot against Alexander Volkanovski, could an emphatic victory for Brian Ortega get him right back into a UFC featherweight championship opportunity. Ahead of the promotion’s return to New York, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee, and Eric Jackman discuss the stakes of Saturday’s headliner for both competitors — and where that could leave Josh Emmett who believes he should be the...
HOAM | What Fight Should Headline the UFC's Return To MSG?
July 15, 2022 15:57 - 1 hourThe UFC is expected to return to Madison Square Garden in New York later this year, and while there are a few compelling options, which fight will the promotion target to cap off the card? On an all-new "Free-For-All Friday" edition of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck is asked for his prediction on which bout will headline the UFC's expected November PPV event at "The World's Most Famous Arena." In addition, listener questions include topics such as Nate Diaz's continued battle wit...
BTL | Nate Diaz Wants Out, Fiziev's Arrival, Jake Paul vs. Hasim Rahman Jr., UFC Long Island
July 14, 2022 20:52 - 1 hourNate Diaz has made it perfectly clear that he wants his freedom from the UFC, but getting it seems to be a whole different story. On a brand new edition of Between the Links, the panel will react to Diaz’s recent interview on The MMA Hour on Tuesday and try and predict where the popular fighter will stand by the end of 2022. In addition, topics include Rafael Fiziev’s ceiling in the loaded UFC lightweight division following his fifth-round finish of former champ Rafael dos Anjos in the main ...
Donald Cerrone: Dissecting A Remarkable Career As 'Cowboy' Rides Off Into The Sunset | ‘DAMN! They Were Good’
July 14, 2022 17:26 - 1 hourToday we break down the remarkable career of Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone, who recently retired from the sport after 48 fights. Cerrone's name is littered across the UFC record book and his willingness to fight at the drop of a cowboy hat endeared him to fans the world over. Host Jed Meshew is joined by Alexander K. Lee and Mike Heck to break down the career of "Cowboy" as he rides off into the sunset. Follow Jed Meshew @JedKMeshew Follow Alexander K. Lee @AlexanderKLee Follow Mike Heck @MikeHeck_...
HOAM | Reaction To Nate Diaz Interview, Will the UFC Actually Give Him That Final Fight?
July 14, 2022 15:40 - 1 hourNate Diaz simply wants out of the UFC and is more than willing to fulfill his contractual obligations in order to do that. So what is the problem? Why can't Diaz get that final fight done so he can move on with his life? On an all-new episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck reacts to Diaz's interview on The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani and give his take on the entire situation — which led to multiple questions about fighter pay, how the athletes are treated, and other issues UFC...
No Bets Barred: Backing ‘Big Apple’ Shane Burgos And A Bevy of Underdogs at UFC Long Island
July 13, 2022 21:00 - 1 hourThe No Bets Barred crew is back to break down UFC Long Island and the main card featherweight bout between Brian Ortega and Yair Rodriguez. Conner Burks and Jed Meshew are split on the main event, but both guys love Shane "Big Apple" Burgos to remain undefeated in New York, and with Conner heading to the actual event, he decides to place bets on every main card fight. Follow Conner Burks: @connerburks Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video c...
Rankings Show: Is Alexander Volkanovski MMA's No. 1 P4P Fighter? + Chaos At Lightweight, Middleweight!
July 13, 2022 10:00 - 1 hourWho is the best fighter in MMA? For the first time in a long time, that's officially a debate. The gang returns after a monster rankings cycle to debate the MVP of the past six weeks and the biggest leaps up the MMA Fighting rankings. Co-hosts Shaun Al-Shatti and Alexander K. Lee are joined by Mike Heck and Jed Meshew to try to make sense of the chaos at middleweight, the new three-man race for the men's No. 1 pound-for-pound spot, and the changing of the guard happening in the lightweight di...
Trocação Franca | Alex Poatan: Israel Adesanya 'Sabe Que Eu Sou Diferente'
July 13, 2022 09:00 - 1 hourAlex Poatan carimbou a chance ao cinturão dos médios do UFC com um nocaute diante de Sean Strickland em Las Vegas, e volta ao Trocação Franca para destrinchar o atropelo e analisar tudo sobre o duelo com Israel Adesanya, seu velho rival dos tempos do kickboxing. O podcast conversa também com Douglas Lima, ex-campeão do Bellator que encara Jason Jackson na próxima semana, e Herbert Burns, que luta sábado no UFC Long Island. O melhor do MMA brasileiro no Trocação Franca, toda quarta-feira, com ...
HOAM | Dana White's Absence From UFC Events Impossible To Ignore
July 12, 2022 15:28 - 1 hourIt was very difficult to ignore the fact that during UFC 276, and all of International Fight Week, UFC president Dana White was nowhere to be found. On an all-new episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck was asked to give his thoughts about White's lengthy absence from promotional events and what it could possibly mean. In addition, listener questions are answered about White's $250,000 birthday gift to one of The Nelk Boys and the internet's reaction to it, Israel Adesanya vs. ...
Fighter vs. Writer: Curtis Blaydes Predicts Miocic vs. Jones; Deiveson Figueiredo Out To Prove He’s The Real Flyweight Champ
July 12, 2022 08:00 - 1 hourOn the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Curtis Blaydes returns to the show to preview his upcoming fight against Tom Aspinall at UFC London. Of course, Blaydes is stepping into enemy territory by facing Aspinall in his home country but he explains why there was no hesitation accepting that fight when it was offered to him. Blaydes will also address the constant uncertainty haunting the heavyweight division with reigning champion Francis Ngannou injured and the expected arrival of...
On To the Next One | Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 58
July 10, 2022 16:52 - 35 minutesRafael Fiziev has a lot of fun options ahead of him in the loaded UFC lightweight division, but which one makes the most sense after the fifth-round finish of former champ Rafael dos Anjos in the main event of Saturday's event in Las Vegas. On an all-new episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what could be next for both Fiziev and dos Anjos from a matchmaking perspective following UFC Vegas 58. In addition, future matchups are discussed for Caio B...
UFC Vegas 58 Post-Fight Show | Rafael Fiziev Has Arrived With Devastating Finish Of RDA
July 10, 2022 05:58 - 51 minutesRafael Fiziev picked a great time to have the best performance of his career, and did so against a former UFC champion. MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, José Youngs, and Jed Meshew react to Fiziev’s incredible fifth-round stoppage of Rafael dos Anjos in the main event of UFC Vegas 58 and discuss what could be next for the surging lightweight contender. In addition, they discuss if it’s time for dos Anjos to face Conor McGregor in the former two-division champion’s return fight, the judging in the Fi...
UFC Vegas 58 Preview Show | Is Conor McGregor Fight In Play For RDA vs. Fiziev Winner?
July 08, 2022 20:30 - 1 hourRafael dos Anjos and Rafael Fiziev are set to battle it out in a pivotal headliner in the stacked UFC lightweight division. Could the winner find themselves opposite the returning Conor McGregor? MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, José Youngs, and Alexander K. Lee discuss the stakes of Saturday's UFC Vegas 58 main event, as well as the matchup from a stylistic perspective, which other fights on the competitively matched card stand out following UFC 276, the most under the radar fight on the books, and...
HOAM | Is Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic Bigger Fight Than Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira?
July 08, 2022 15:20 - 1 hourIsrael Adesanya's next title defense will likely be against longtime combat sports rival Alex Pereira. Would the potential middleweight title matchup trump the return of Jon Jones against Stipe Miocic in a possible interim heavyweight championship bout? On an all-new Free-For-All Friday edition of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck answers that question in regards to which fight would be a bigger headliner for the UFC's return to Madison Square Garden should the promotion head back t...
BTL Roundtable | Adesanya vs. Pereira, Volkanovski's Greatness, Run Back Pedro Munhoz vs. Sean O'Malley?
July 07, 2022 21:03 - 1 hourSaturday’s UFC 276 left MMA fans with a lot to digest in terms of storylines, future matchups, and topics of discussion — from Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira’s big wins, Alexander Volkanovski’s pound-for-pound status, and the unfortunate ending to the highly anticipated bantamweight showdown between Pedro Munhoz and Sean O’Malley. On an all-new episode of Between the Links, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jed Meshew will take part in a special roundtable edition where they’ll discuss Adesanya...
Jimmy Flick Explains Why He's Ending Retirement: 'Only Box Left To Check Is Winning UFC Title'
July 07, 2022 17:25 - 27 minutesPromising UFC flyweight contender Jimmy Flick speaks with MMA Fighting's Mike Heck in an exclusive interview to reveal why he's coming out of retirement to return to the UFC, how the promotion received the news, who should get the first crack, why he wants to fight Tim Elliott, wanting to get to the UFC flyweight title to check off the final box for his career, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi...
HOAM | Will Alex Pereira Be the Guy To Dethrone Israel Adesanya?
July 07, 2022 15:19 - 1 hourWith all signs pointing towards a middleweight title fight between Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira, will the history between the two lead to a changing of the guard in the UFC's 185-pound division? On an all-new episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck gives his thoughts on what seems to be the next matchup for Adesanya and what factors would be in play. In addition, listener topics include the aftermath of the UFC 276 fight between Pedro Munhoz and Sean O'Malley, Jimmy Flick e...
No Bets Barred: The Case For The Underdog To Win The Battle Of Rafaels | UFC Vegas 58 Best Bets
July 06, 2022 22:11 - 1 hourComing off a big weekend for UFC 276, the No Bets Barred crew is back with some lighter fare this week as UFC Vegas 58 takes place, featuring a main event battle between lightweights Rafael dos Anjos and Rafael Fiziev. Both Conner Burks and Jed Meshew like the value on dos Anjos at underdog odds, but are they riding with the former lightweight champion to win the battle of the Rafaels? Follow Conner Burks: @connerburks Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check ou...
Trocação Franca | Deiveson abre jogo sobre rompimento com Wallid, futuro no UFC
July 06, 2022 09:00 - 35 minutesTudo mudou na vida de Deiveson Figueiredo. De casa nova em São Paulo, onde treinará com Charles do Bronx, o campeão do UFC volta ao Trocação Franca e abre o jogo sobre por que trocou de empresário, deixando Wallid Ismail para assinar com Urijah Faber, revela quanto recebeu pela última luta, comenta os rumos da divisão dos moscas e a possibilidade de subir de peso, e muito mais. O podcast recebe ainda Caio Borralho, que enfrenta Armen Petrosyan no UFC deste sábado em Las Vegas. O melhor do MMA...
HOAM | Israel Adesanya Not To Blame For UFC 276 Main Event, Is Alexander Volkanovski Pound-For-Pound Best?
July 05, 2022 15:52 - 1 hourIsrael Adesanya is getting a lot of flack for his performance in the main event of UFC 276 this past Saturday, but is the middleweight champion of the world truly to blame for the fight not being as thrilling as some thought it might be? On an all-new Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck looks back on the main event of the UFC's International Fight Week card and makes the case for the blame to not be placed upon Adesanya following his unanimous decision win over Jared Cannonier. In add...
Fighter vs. Writer: Joanna Jedrzejczyk Talks For the First Time Since Retiring; Jorge Masvidal Blasts Conor McGregor for Avoiding Fight With Him
July 05, 2022 08:00 - 1 hourIn her first interview since announcing her retirement at UFC 275, Joanna Jedrzejczyk joins The Fighter vs. The Writer to discuss what led to her decision to call it a career following a rematch against Zhang Weili. Jedrzejczyk will detail what ultimately made her want to retire in that moment, what she plans to do next and if there’s any chance she will compete again. The former strawweight champion will also discuss a potential entry into the UFC Hall of Fame and what that would mean for he...
On To the Next One | Matches To Make After UFC 276
July 03, 2022 17:40 - 1 hourIsrael Adesanya appears to have a big title defense ahead of him following his unanimous decision victory over Jared Cannonier in the main event of Saturday's UFC 276 event. Will the UFC move forward with a third combat sports meeting between Adesanya and Alex Pereira? On a brand new On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee give their thoughts in the top of the middleweight division following the promotion's big International Fight Week card. In addition, future match...
UFC 276 Post-Fight Show: Israel Adesanya Cruises In Snoozer, Alexander Volkanovski Shines | Reaction
July 03, 2022 09:30 - 1 hourDid UFC 276 live up to expectations? Israel Adesanya and Alexander Volkanovski left Las Vegas with belts still around their waists, but for one of them, the performance wasn't exactly inspired — and that seems to be becoming a pattern. MMA Fighting's Shaun Al-Shatti, Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee, and Jed K. Meshew react to a busy night in Sin City that saw Adesanya file in another snoozer of a title defense, Volkanovski cement his legacy as the greatest featherweight of his era, Alex Pereira d...
LIVE From Las Vegas | Kevin Holland, Glover Teixeira, Ryan Clark, Carrot Top, Urijah Faber, Adrian Yanez, More
July 02, 2022 00:57 - 55 minutesThe UFC stars, and other celebrities, came out in full force on Friday at the UFC X Fan Expo in Las Vegas and MMA Fighting was there to speak to them. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck chats with Kevin Holland, Glover Teixeira, Adrian Yanez, Chris Curtis, Jens Pulver, and other UFC athletes. In addition, conversations with former NFL defensive standout Ryan Clark, and comedian Carrot Top ahead of Saturday's UFC 276 event. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our fu...