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Between the Links: Charles Oliveira’s Big Win, Tony Ferguson’s Future, UFC Vegas 27 and Bellator 259 Preview
May 21, 2021 01:20 - 1 hourThis week on Between the Links, host Mike Heck is joined by MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alex K. Lee to discuss the fallout of UFC 262 from this past Saturday, Charles Oliveira’s incredible journey to becoming a UFC champion, what could be next for Michael Chandler and Tony Ferguson, what’s at stake in the UFC Vegas 27 main event between Rob Font and Cody Garbrandt, the key strawweight contenders’ bout between Carla Esparza and Xiaonan Yan, which fights to look forward to Bellator 259 and wh...
The A-Side Live Chat | Charles Oliveira’s UFC title win, Tony Ferguson’s Future, Edson Barboza'a KO, Kayla Harrison in the UFC, More
May 19, 2021 18:56 - 1 hourFor this episode, José Youngs, Alex Savas, & Alexander K. Lee react to some of the biggest stories in MMA. Some topics include: Fall out from UFC 262; Charles Oliveira’s UFC lightweight title win over Michael Chandler; Beneil Dariush’s dominant decision win over Tony Ferguson; Edson Barboza’s violent TKO over Shane Burgos; Kayla Harrison's possibly jumping to the UFC, and more. The three will also look ahead to UFC Vegas 27, headlined by Rob Font vs. Cody Garbrandt, and Bellator 259, headline...
What the Heck: Episode 59 | Andrea Lee, Austin Vanderford, Phil Hawes & Danny Sabatello
May 18, 2021 13:01 - 1 hourThis week on What the Heck, Mike Heck chats with Andrea Lee (5:18) to recap her impressive second-round submission win over Antonina Shecvhenko at UFC 262 this past Saturday. Danny Sabatello (25:12) talks his Bellator 259 bout this Friday against Brett Johns, signing an exclusive multi-fight deal wiht Bellator and his belief he can beat Sergio Pettis right now. Austin Vanderford (38:33) previews his Bellator 259 fight with Fabian Edwards and discusses what it was like watching Paige VanZant's...
On To the Next One: Matches To Make After UFC 262
May 16, 2021 16:50 - 1 hourOn the 44th episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday’s UFC 262 event at the Toyota Center in Houston. Future matchups were discussed for the new lightweight champion Charles Oliveira following his second-round TKO win in the main event, Michael Chandler, Beneil Dariush, Rogerio Bonterin, Katlyn Chookagian, Edson Barboza, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscr...
UFC 262 Post-Fight Show
May 16, 2021 07:56 - 1 hourWith UFC 262 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines following Saturday night’s event in Houston, including Charles Oliveira becoming the new lightweight champion after his second-round TKO win over Michael Chandler in the thrilling main event. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u...
UFC 262 Preview Show
May 15, 2021 01:24 - 21 minutesWith UFC 262 just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jose Youngs break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday’s event at the Toyota Center in Houston, including the main event for the vacant lightweight title between Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/...
Between the Links: Episode 51 | UFC Vegas 26 & Bellator 258 Fallout, Donald Cerrone’s Future, UFC 262 Preview
May 14, 2021 00:09 - 1 hourThis week on Between the Links, host Mike Heck is joined by MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and fellow journalist Alex Wendling to discuss the fallout of UFC Vegas 26 and Bellator 258 from this past weekend, what stood out from Marina Rodriguez’s win over Michelle Waterson, where Sergio Pettis’ Bellator bantamweight title win over Juan Archuleta puts him in the overall 135-pound rankings, Donald Cerrone’s future following his TKO loss to Alex Morono at the APEX and who he should face next in ...
What the Heck: Episode 58 | Brandon Moreno, Calvin Kattar, Alex Morono & Dustin Jacoby
May 11, 2021 09:44 - 1 hourThis week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck speaks with Brandon Moreno (6:56) ahead of his flyweight championship rematch with Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 263 on June 12. Alex Morono (27:53) recaps his first-round TKO win over Donald Cerrone in the co-main event of this past Saturday's UFC Vegas 26 event. Calvin Kattar (1:03:39) talks what he took away from his UFC Fight Island 7 loss to Max Holloway and timeline for a return to the octagon. Finally, Dustin Jacoby (1:14:35) discusses ...
On To the Next One: Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 26
May 09, 2021 17:17 - 1 hourOn the 43rd episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday’s UFC Vegas 26 event at the APEX. Future matchups were discussed for Marina Rodriguez following her unanimous decision victory in the main event, Michelle Waterson, Alex Morono, Neil Magny, Gregor Gillespie, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: ht...
UFC Vegas 26 Post-Fight Show
May 09, 2021 04:42 - 1 hourWith UFC Vegas 26 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines from Saturday night’s event at the APEX, including Marina Rodriguez’s unanimous decision win over Michelle Waterson in the main event. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlist...
UFC Vegas 26 Preview Show
May 07, 2021 22:57 - 1 hourWith UFC Vegas 65 just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee, and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday’s event at the APEX, including the flyweight headliner between Marina Rodriguez vs. Michelle Waterson Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: ...
Between the Links: Episode 50 | Jiri Prochazka, Bellator 258, Diego Sanchez vs UFC, More
May 07, 2021 00:30 - 1 hourHost Mike Heck will be joined by BTL champion Jed Meshew as he puts his title on the line against five other special guest challengers—including former champions, contestants, and a hungry rookie ready to make a statement—in a gauntlet style tournament. This week, the panelists will discuss Jiri Prochazka’s highlight-reel KO win over Dominick Reyes at UFC Vegas 25, Bellator 258 and the main event between Juan Archuleta and Sergio Pettis for the bantamweight title, this Saturday’s UFC Vegas 2...
Kayla Harrison Reveals a Valuable Lesson She Learned Watching Colby Covington Fall to Kamaru Usman
May 06, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutesKayla Harrison discusses her return to action at PFL 3 as the new season gets started as well as revealing a piece of advice she learned from American Top Team owner Dan Lambert and then a valuable lesson watching Colby Covington fall to Kamaru Usman in their title fight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The A-Side Live Chat | Jiri Prochazka’s future, Diego Sanchez vs. UFC, Archuleta vs Pettis, UFC Vegas 26, more
May 05, 2021 22:48 - 1 hourFor this episode, Kristen King joins José Youngs and E. Casey Leydon to react to some of the biggest news in MMA. Some topics include fallout from UFC Vegas 25, Jiri Prochazka’s KO of Dominick Reyes, Diego Sanchez’s recent interview, and more. The three will also look ahead to UFC Vegas 26, Bellator 258, headlined by a bantamweight title fight between Juan Archuleta vs. Sergio Pettis, PFL 3, featuring Fabricio Werdum vs. Renan Ferreira & Kayla Harrison vs. Mariana Morais, and more Follow...
What the Heck: Episode 57 | Josh Thomson, Shane Burgos & TJ Brown
May 04, 2021 11:16 - 1 hourThis week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck speaks with Josh Thomson (6:25) to preview Bellator 258 and discuss the idea of fighter unionization. TJ Brown (47:37) recaps his split decision win over Kai Kamaka at UFC Vegas 25, the reaction to the decision since Saturday night and why it's taken steam away from his first UFC win. Finally, Shane Burgos (1:04:50) previews his exciting featherweight matchup with Edson Barboza at UFC 262 on May 15. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe...
On To the Next One: Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 25
May 02, 2021 15:56 - 1 hourOn the 42nd episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday’s UFC Vegas 25 event at the APEX. Future matchups were discussed for Jiri Prochazka following his KO of the Year contender in the main event, Dominick Reyes, Giga Chikadze, Sean Strickland, Merab Dvalishvili, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: h...
UFC Vegas 25 Post-Fight Show
May 02, 2021 06:28 - 1 hourWith UFC Vegas 25 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines following Saturday night’s event at the APEX, including a candidate for KO of the Year in the finish of the main event between Jiri Prochazka and Dominick Reyes. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video cat...
UFC Vegas 25 Preview Show
April 30, 2021 21:55 - 1 hourWith UFC Vegas 25 just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday’s event at the APEX, including the light heavyweight headliner between Dominick Reyes and Jiri Prochazka. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit o...
Between the Links: Kamaru Usman and Jorge Masvidal’s Next Moves, UFC 261 Fallout, Nick Diaz, More
April 30, 2021 01:32 - 1 hourThis week on Between the Links, host Mike Heck is joined by MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and fellow MMA journalist Drake Riggs as they battle it out for the third time. The panel will discuss Kamaru Usman’s second-round KO win over Jorge Masvidal in the main event of UFC 261 and what is next for both competitors, Rose Namajunas and Valentina Shevchenko’s incredible performances to leave Jacksonville with championship belts around their waists and the low-key MVP of the event, Nick Diaz’s potenti...
What the Heck: Bonus Edition | Jon Anik, Drakkar Klose, Cody Stamann & Dustin Jacoby
April 29, 2021 08:00 - 1 hourOn a special bonus edition of What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck is joined by Jon Anik (4:09) to recap UFC 261, the three title fights, Chris Weidman's injury, Daniel Cormier and Jake Paul's face-to-face, and more. Drakkar Klose (31:10) gives his first interview since the infamous Jeremy Stephens shoving incident to discuss the injuries he suffered, what happened on that stage prior to UFC Vegas 24, the reaction of the fans and Dana White, and wanting revenge on Stephens. Cody Stamann (4...
The A-Side Live Chat | Kamaru Usman’s KO Of Jorge Masvidal, Rose Namajunas' Future, Valentina Shevchenko's Dominance, Daniel Cormier vs. Jake Paul, UFC 261 Fallout, More
April 28, 2021 13:44 - 1 hourFor this episode, Kristen King joins José Youngs and E. Casey Leydon to react to some of the biggest news in MMA. Some topics include fallout from UFC Vegas 25, Jiri Prochazka’s KO of Dominick Reyes, Diego Sanchez’s recent interview, and more. The three will also look ahead to UFC Vegas 26, Bellator 258, headlined by a bantamweight title fight between Juan Archuleta vs. Sergio Pettis, PFL 3, featuring Fabricio Werdum vs. Renan Ferreira & Kayla Harrison vs. Mariana Morais, and more. Follo...
What the Heck: Episode 56 | Colby Covington, Ryan Bader, Frank Mir & Jeff Molina
April 27, 2021 11:26 - 1 hourThis week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck speaks with Colby Covington (5:50) to get his reaction to Kamaru Usman's KO win over Jorge Masvidal at UFC 261 this past Saturday, Dana White saying he's next for a rematch with Usman, and much more. Jeff Molina (35:02) recaps his Fight of the Night earning win over Aori Qileng at UFC 261 and explains why he wasn't thrilled with his performance as a whole. Bellator heavyweight champion Ryan Bader (49:38) discusses his light heavyweight gran...
On To the Next One: Matches To Make After UFC 261
April 25, 2021 17:54 - 1 hourOn the 41st episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday’s UFC 261 event at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Fla. Future matchups were discussed for welterweight champion Kamaru Usman following his second round KO victory in the main event, Jorge Masvidal, new strawweight champion Rose Namjunas, now former champion Zhang Weili, flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko, Jessica Andrade, Uriah Hall...
UFC 261 Post-Fight Show
April 25, 2021 07:54 - 1 hourWith UFC 261 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee, Jed Meshew and E. Casey Leydon react to a memorable night of fights. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read Mor...
UFC 261 Preview Show
April 24, 2021 00:28 - 24 minutesWith UFC 261 just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jose Youngs break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday night’s event in Jacksonville, where three world titles will be on the line—headlined by the welterweight championship rematch between Kamaru Usman and Jorge Masvidal. The co-main event will see Zhang Weili put her strawweight title on the line against former champion Rose Namajunas, and Valentina Shevchenko defends her flyweight title against Jessica Andrade. Follow Mike H...
Chris Weidman Hopes to Use Win Over Uriah Hall As Further Proof That He's the Man to Beat Israel Adesanya
April 23, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutesFormer middleweight champion Chris Weidman breaks down his past fight with Uriah Hall, how much has changed going into the rematch and his plans to use this fight as a statement to send reigning king Israel Adesanya a strong message. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Between The Links: Kamaru Usman vs. Jorge Masvidal 2, Jake Paul vs Ben Askren Fallout, Israel Adesanya vs. Robert Whittaker 2, More
April 23, 2021 00:25 - 1 hourThis week on Between the Links, host Mike Heck is joined by MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew as he looks to avenge his loss from last week’s show to fellow MMA journalist Drake Riggs. The panel will discuss the fallout of Jake Paul’s first-round TKO win over Ben Askren at this past Saturday’s Triller Fight Club event and if the loss did any major damage to Askren’s legacy, Robert Whittaker’s impressive win over Kelvin Gastelum in the main event of UFC Vegas 24 and how a potential rematch with Israel...
What the Heck: Ray Flores, Lauren Murphy & Gordon Ryan
April 20, 2021 10:43 - 1 hourThis week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck speaks with boxing commentator Ray Flores (5:15) to recap the Triller Fight Club event this past Saturday, Jake Paul's TKO win over Ben Askren, and addresses some of the narratives that came out of the event. Lauren Murphy (33:50) previews her UFC 263 matchup with Joanne Calderwood and gives her thoughts on the flyweight title fight this Saturday at UFC 261 between Valentina Shevchenko and Jessica Andrade. Finally, Gordon Ryan (1:017:14) di...
On To the Next One: Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 24
April 18, 2021 15:47 - 1 hourOn the 40th episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday’s UFC Vegas 24 event at the APEX. Future matchups were discussed for Robert Whittaker, who earned his third straight win with a unanimous decision over Kelvin Gastelum in the main event, Andrei Arlovski, Jacob Malkoun, Tracy Cortez, Luis Pena, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH ...
UFC Vegas 24, Paul vs. Askren Post-Fight Show
April 18, 2021 07:14 - 1 hourMMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew react to the top storylines coming out of UFC Vegas 24 and Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren events. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: htt...
UFC Vegas 24 & Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren Preview Show
April 17, 2021 02:03 - 1 hourWith UFC Vegas 24 and Paul vs. Askren boxing match just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Jose Youngs, Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew break down the top storylines. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitt...
Between the Links: Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren, Poirier-McGregor Squabble, Robert Whittaker vs. Kelvin Gastelum
April 15, 2021 23:55 - 1 hourJake Paul's boxing duel with Ben Askren, Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor's donation dispute, and Saturday's middleweight contender clash between Robert Whittaker and Kelvin Gastelum will be discussed on this edition of Between the Links as host Mike Heck is joined by BTL champion Jed Meshew and challenger Drake Riggs. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Drake Riggs: @DrakeRiggs_ Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo...
The A-Side Live Chat | Dustin Poirier vs. Conor McGregor Drama, UFC Vegas 24, ONE on TNT 2, Bellator 257, Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren, more
April 14, 2021 20:21 - 1 hourFor this episode, José Youngs, Mike Heck, and E. Casey Leydon react to some of the biggest news in MMA. Some topics include the charity drama surrounding the planned rubber match between Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor at UFC 264, Jimmy Flick’s recent retirement, and more. The three will also look ahead to the upcoming UFC Vegas 24 card, featuring Robert Whittaker vs. Kelvin Gastelum, ONE on TNT 2, headlined by Christian Lee vs. Timofey Nastyukhin, Bellator 257, featuring the rematch betwee...
MMA Fighters Make Their Predictions for Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren
April 14, 2021 15:02 - 17 minutesBefore Jake Paul and Ben Askren clash this weekend, Daniel Cormier, Aljamain Sterling, Miesha Tate, Stephen Thompson, Anthony Pettis and many more offer their picks, predictions and expectations for the upcoming boxing match. Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about you...
What the Heck: Episode 54 | Stephen Thompson, Jimmy Flick, Julian Marquez & Randy Costa
April 13, 2021 11:00 - 2 hoursThis week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck speaks with former UFC flyweight Jimmy Flick (6:50) to explain his decision to announce his retirement on Saturday. Stephen Thompson (50:11) discusses his recently announced matchup with Gilbert Burns at UFC 264, the ongoing drama between event headliners Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor, and his dislike of Jake Paul. Randy Costa (1:16:07) explains his friendly callout and ongoing competitive rivalry with Adrian Yanez and recovering from a...
Reaction: Is Dustin Poirier vs. Conor McGregor 3 Off UFC 264?
April 12, 2021 19:42 - 13 minutesThe Dustin Poirier vs. Conor McGregor 3 bout could be off at UFC 264. After another round of tweets between the two stars Monday, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee break down the potential loss of a megafight. 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 Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://go...
On To the Next One: Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 23
April 11, 2021 16:22 - 1 hourOn the 39th episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday’s UFC Vegas 23 event at the APEX. Future matchups were discussed for Marvin Vettori, who earned his fifth straight win with a unanimous decision over Kevin Holland in the main event, Arnold Allen, Julian Marquez, Mackenzie Dern, Mike Perry, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Che...
UFC Vegas 23 Post-Fight Show
April 10, 2021 23:47 - 1 hourWith UFC Vegas 23 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs and E. Casey Leydon react to the top storylines coming out of Saturday afternoon’s event at the APEX, including the results of the middleweight headliner between Marvin Vettori and Kevin Holland. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like M...
UFC Vegas 23 Preview Show
April 09, 2021 19:22 - 1 hourWith UFC Vegas 23 just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday’s event at the APEX, including the middleweight headliner between Marvin Vettori and Kevin Holland. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our pla...
What the Heck: UFC Vegas 23 Bonus Edition | Arnold Allen & William Knight
April 09, 2021 16:32 - 29 minutesIn a special bonus edition of What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck speaks with Arnold Allen (4:47) ahead of his co-main event matchup with Sodiq Yusuff and William Knight (14:34) to preview his light heavyweight showdown with Da Un Jung this Saturday at UFC Vegas 23. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: ht...
Between the Links: Patricio Pitbull vs. AJ McKee, DJ and Alvarez, UFC Vegas 23 Preview, Venum
April 08, 2021 23:39 - 1 hourMike Heck hosts the Between the Links championship matchup between José Youngs and Jed Meshew as they discuss Patricio Pitbull's impressive performance against Emmanuel Sanchez at Bellator 255 and the upcoming featherweight grand prix finale matchup with AJ McKee, ONE Championship's debut on TNT Wednesday night, along with Eddie Alvarez and Demetrious Johnson's losses on the ONE on TNT 1 card, a look ahead to UFC Vegas 23 headlined by Marvin Vettori and Kevin Holland, and the unveiling of the...
Kevin Holland Responds to Criticism Over Last Loss to Derek Brunson, Looks Ahead to Fight Against Marvin Vettori
April 08, 2021 09:00 - 17 minutesKevin Holland addresses the criticism he received following a loss to Derek Brunson in his last outing as well as previewing his upcoming fight against Marvin Vettori in the UFC Vegas 23 main event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The A-Side Live Chat | Venum uniforms, Patricio Pitbull vs. A.J. McKee, Marvin Vettori vs. Kevin Holland, Adriano Moraes vs. Demetrious Johnson, more
April 07, 2021 18:49 - 1 hourFor this episode, José Youngs, Alex Savas, and E. Casey Leydon react to some of the biggest news stories in MMA. Some topics include their reaction to the UFC’s new Venum uniforms, the fallout from Bellator 255, Patricio Pitbull’s submission over Emmanuel Sanchez, his upcoming title defense against A.J. McKee, and more. The three will also look ahead to UFC Vegas 23, headlined by Marvin Vettori vs. Kevin Holland, and Bellator 256, headlined by the rematch between Ryan Bader and Lyoto Machida,...
What the Heck: Episode 53 | Jon Anik, Mackenzie Dern, Joe Solecki & Colbey Northcutt
April 06, 2021 10:56 - 1 hourThis week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck is joined by Mackenzie Dern (4:41) ahead of her pivotal strawweight matchup with Nina Ansaroff this Saturday at UFC Vegas 23 and discusses being part of the first women's MMA fight to air on ABC. Colbey Northcutt (21:!2) previews her upcoming bout with Sovannahry Em on April 28 at ONE on TNT 4 and talks sharing the card with her brother Sage Northcutt for the first time as professional MMA fighters. Joe Solecki (38:03) discusses his big fig...
On To the Next One: Bellator 255 Recap, Pitbull-McKee vs. Volkanovski-Ortega, Leon Edwards vs. Nate Diaz, More
April 04, 2021 17:03 - 54 minutesOn the 38th episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss the fallout of Bellator 255, the promotion's first event of 2021, as well as the highly anticipated matchup between Patricio Pitbull and AJ McKee in the finale of the Bellator featherweight grand prix following Pitbull's submission win over Emmanuel Sanchez on Friday night. In addition, they give their takes on if the fight between Pitbull and McKee is more exciting than the UFC's 145-pound champi...
Khetag Pliev Explains Horrific Finger Injury at CFFC 94, Vows To Return and Make Run At the UFC
April 02, 2021 16:41 - 15 minutesKhetag Pliev, along with his coach Joey Patterson, join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck hours after suffering a horrific finger injury at CFFC 94 and discuss how it happened and clear up misconceptions, plans to appeal the loss, trying to hide it in order to continue fighting, the road to recovery, his vow to come back and make a run at the UFC, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http:/...
Miesha Tate Reveals Why She's Returning from Retirement, Plans to Become UFC Champion Again
April 02, 2021 08:00 - 22 minutesMiesha Tate reveals the reasons behind her retirement back in 2016 and why she's returning to fight again in 2021. Tate will also discuss her plans to make another run at the title while also advocating for her friend Julianna Pena to get the next shot at reigning champion Amanda Nunes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Between the Links: Francis Ngannou's Future, Jon Jones vs. UFC, Leon Edwards vs. Nate Diaz
April 02, 2021 00:22 - 1 hourMike Heck hosts the Between the Links matchup between Jed Meshew and José Youngs as they discuss Francis Ngannou’s second-round KO win over Stipe Miocic to become heavyweight champion in the main event of UFC 260, where Miocic could go from here, the potential blockbuster title fight between Ngannou and Jon Jones and how the former light heavyweight champion has approached the negotiations thus far, the UFC booking Leon Edwards vs. Nate Diaz as a five-round co-main event for UFC 262 on May 15...
Michael Chandler On His Title Fight Against Charles Oliveira, Poirier vs. McGregor 3 and Khabib Nurmagomedov's Retirement
April 01, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutesMichael Chandler details how he ended up getting a lightweight title shot in only his second UFC fight, his thoughts on Dustin Poirier turning down a chance to compete for gold in favor of a trilogy against Conor McGregor and the lightweight division moving on without Khabib Nurmagomedov after his retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The A-Side Live Chat | Francis Ngannou’s KO of Stipe Miocic, Leon Edwards vs. Nate Diaz, Jon Jones vs. UFC, more
March 31, 2021 20:06 - 1 hourBrave CF flyweight Jose Torres joins José Youngs and E. Casey Leydon to react to some of the biggest news in MMA. Some topics include Francis Ngannou’s violent KO of Stipe Miocic, Sean O’Malley’s destruction of Thomas Almeida, and more. The three will also look back at Torres’ win over Blaine O’Driscoll at Brave CF 49 and react to the addition of Leon Edwards vs. Nate Diaz to UFC 262 in Houston. Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Follow Shorty Torres: @joseshortyt...