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BTL | Masvidal's Alleged Attack On Covington, UFC London Fallout, Pimblett's Pay, UFC Columbus

March 24, 2022 21:15 - 1 hour

Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington’s rivalry boiled over this week with an alleged attack in Miami Beach, Fla., which led to Masvidal being arrested and charged.  This week on Between the Links, the panel will discuss the allegations against Masvidal and the reactions from fighters and fans, the fallout of a memorable UFC London event — including Tom Aspinall and Arnold Allen’s coming out parties, and Paddy Pimblett’s pay for his first-round submission win over Rodrigo Vargas — Bellator annou...

Escape From Kyiv | One Fighter’s Harrowing Push To Forge Her Own Rocky Story

March 24, 2022 08:00 - 26 minutes

MMA Fighting's Mike Heck brings you the story of PFL lightweight Olena Koleznyk, and how Russia's invasion of her country Ukraine turned her world upside down. In this mini-documentary, Koleznyk shares her journey from Kyiv to Las Vegas, the help she received along the way, how close she was to going back to join the army before a conversation with her family took that option off the table, fighting for more than just herself, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl...

Trocação Franca | Técnico Avisa: Chimaev Pode Finalizar Durinho

March 23, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour

Uma semana após receber Gilbert Durinho, o Trocação Franca agora conversa com o brasileiro que treina o bicho-papão Khamzat Chimaev. Faixa-preta de jiu-jitsu, Alan Finfou analisa o duelo do UFC 273 e avisa: Chimaev não tem medo do chão de Durinho, e pode finalizar. Finfou lembra o início da carreira de Chimaev, a parceria com Darren Till e possíveis treinos com Conor McGregor, e muito mais. O podcast conversa, ainda, com o jornalista Carlos Antunes da Ag. Fight, repercutindo a novela contratu...

Reaction: Jorge Masvidal vs. Colby Covington Rivalry Boils Over In Alleged Miami Street Attack

March 22, 2022 20:32 - 18 minutes

Jorge Masvidal's rivalry with Colby Covington has allegedly boiled over into the streets following Covington's unanimous decision win over Masvidal earlier this month at UFC 272. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the news of an alleged incident involving the two rivals, the police report MMA Fighting obtained, whether or not the UFC could use this alleged moment in time to promote a second fight, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscr...

Fighter vs. Writer: Paige VanZant Reveals Details Behind AEW Signing; Chris Daukaus On What Went Wrong Against Derrick Lewis

March 22, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour

On episode 28 of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Paige VanZant joins the show to detail how she ended up signing with All Elite Wrestling and her plans for a long career in professional wrestling. VanZant will also discuss her plans to continue fighting in bare-knuckle competition for BKFC and how leaving the UFC was ultimately one of the best moves she could have possibly made for her career. Also on the show, UFC Columbus headliner Chris Daukaus drops in to preview his upcoming main event showd...

Colby Covington Would 'Beat Up' Jorge Masvidal Again, Likes Idea Of Fight With Israel Adesanya

March 20, 2022 16:00 - 32 minutes

Colby Covington says he would fight Jorge Masvidal again, but he doesn't suggest it for his welterweight foe. Covington discusses the fallout of his win over Masvidal at UFC 272, the fight week build, his callout of Dustin Poirier, Chael Sonnen's suggestion that he should fight Israel Adesanya for the UFC middleweight title, the death of wrestler Scott Hall, and more with MMA Fighting's Mike Heck.  Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalo...

On To the Next One | Matches To Make After UFC London

March 20, 2022 04:54 - 1 hour

Was Tom Aspinall's callout of Tai Tuivasa the correct choice following an impressive showing in his first UFC main event in the promotion's return to the U.K. for the first time in three years? The question will be answered this week on a brand new edition of On To the Next One with MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee after Aspinall submitted Alexander Volkov in the first round to cap off UFC London on Saturday. In addition, future matchups are discussed for Arnold Allen after stopp...

UFC London Post-Fight Show | Is This Frontrunner For Best Card Of The Year?

March 20, 2022 02:27 - 1 hour

Following star-making performances from Tom Aspinall and Arnold Allen to close out Saturday's incredible UFC London event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee, and Jed Meshew react to the promotion's return to the U.K., Paddy Pimblett's submission win, Molly McCann and Ilia Topuria's KO of the Year nominees, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http:/...

UFC London Preview Show | Tom Aspinall, Arnold Allen Seek Star-Making Performances

March 18, 2022 15:37 - 58 minutes

UFC London will feature a heavyweight main event between Alexander Volkov and Tom Aspinall, Arnold Allen vs. Dan Hooker, the return of Paddy Pimblett, and more this Saturday. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, and Alexander K. Lee preview the UFC's return to the U.K. for the first time in three years. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8...

BTL | UFC London, Magomed Ankalaev's Title Hopes, Kevin Lee's Win Over Diego Sanchez, More

March 17, 2022 22:05 - 1 hour

Who had the better weekend — the UFC, Bellator, or Eagle FC? That question will be discussed this week on a special roundtable edition of Between the Links. In addition, the panel will discuss Magomed Ankalaev's win over Thiago Santos in the main event of UFC Vegas 50 and if it was enough to earn him a title shot, Song Yadong's ceiling in the UFC bantamweight division after his first-round KO of Marlon Moraes, what we learned about Kevin Lee's unanimous decision win over Diego Sanchez in the ...

We Got Next | Pearl Gonzalez, Eryk Anders & Cody Brundage

March 17, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour

This week on We Got Next, Pearl Gonzalez (6:41) joins the program to discuss her fighting future, diving into a broadcasting career, what she would do if she saw Britain Hart on the street, if she would return to BKFC, Amanda Serrano headlining MSG, who Jake Paul should actually fight in the UFC, and gives context to her Tweet about the MMA media. UFC middleweight Eryk Anders (58:14) shares the gory details of the foot injury he suffered this past weekend due to a live chainsaw, what happened...

Trocação Franca | Gilbert Durinho: Foco no Chimaev, Covington na mira

March 16, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour

Gilbert Burns x Khamzat Chimaev foi finalmente anunciado pelo UFC, e o niteroiense volta ao Trocação Franca para comentar a luta que ninguém mais queria topar. No bate-papo, Durinho analisa o jogo de Chimaev e revela que contratou dois russos em “sigilo” para treinar antes do UFC 273. O lutador explica, entre outros assuntos, por que gostaria de enfrentar Colby Covington na próxima rodada. O podcast recebe, ainda, o jornalista Coutinho, do Canal Encarada, para analisar o futuro de Alex Poatan...

Fighter vs. Writer: Matt Brown Scoffs At UFC Fighters Actually Beating Top Boxers; Kyle Snyder Addresses Interest in MMA

March 15, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour

UFC welterweight Matt Brown returns to episode 27 of The Fighter vs. The Writer to discuss his upcoming return in Columbus against Bryan Barberena while also debating the prospects fighters from the UFC have if they actually crossover to face boxing’s best. Could Kamaru Usman give ‘Canelo’ Alvarez problems? Does Francis Ngannou have a shot against Tyson Fury? Brown will give his thoughts as both a fighter and an avid boxing fan. Plus, two-time Olympic medalist Kyle Snyder joins the show this ...

On To the Next One | Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 50

March 13, 2022 16:45 - 1 hour

How do you book Magomed Ankalaev following his eighth straight win over Thiago Santos in the main event of UFC Vegas 50 — a performance that has not been looked at in a positive manner? On this week's edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what could be next for Ankalaev following his five-round decision win over Santos inside the APEX. In addtion, future matchups are discussed for Song Yadong after his sensational finish of Marlon Moraes in the c...

UFC Vegas 50 Post-Fight Show | Did Magomed Ankalaev's Stock Drop With Performance in Main Event Win?

March 13, 2022 04:46 - 1 hour

Magomed Ankalaev picked up his eighth straight victory in the main event of UFC Vegas 50 on Saturday night, but did his overall performance push him further back in the UFC's light heavyweight championship conversation? MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Jed Meshew, and E. Casey Leydon discuss that topic, along with Song Yadong's statement win over former title challenger Marlon Moraes in the co-main event, what could be next for Alex Pereira and Terrance McKinney, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHe...

UFC Vegas 50 Preview Show | Does Magomed Ankalaev Get Title Shot With Win Over Thiago Santos?

March 11, 2022 21:51 - 1 hour

Thiago Santos will look to get himself back into title contention on Saturday, but to do so, he’ll have to stop the surge of Magomed Ankalaev in the main event of UFC Vegas 50. The UFC light heavyweight matchup tops an exciting lineup of bouts, and MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, and Alexander K. Lee get you ready for the event, discuss the stakes in the Santos vs. Ankalaev headliner, the co-main event between Marlon Moraes and Song Yadong, other under the radar matchups, and more. Fo...

BTL | Covington vs. Masvidal Fallout, UFC 272, Kevin Lee vs. Diego Sanchez, UFC Vegas 50, More

March 10, 2022 21:53 - 1 hour

Colby Covington earned a lot of bragging rights after a dominant win over Jorge Masvidal in the main event of UFC 272 this past Saturday. Will that be the last time these rivals cross paths? This week on Between the Links, the panel will discuss the aftermath of Covington’s win and where he goes, along with Masvidal’s path coming off of his third consecutive loss, the shining and breakout stars of the UFC’s March PPV event, Eagle FC’s return to the U.S. this Friday and the card’s main event b...

We Got Next | Robert Whittaker, Adam Borics, Mads Burnell, Tim Elliott & Johnny Eblen

March 10, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour

Robert Whittaker hopes to have a quick turnaround to take a step closer to a third fight with Israel Adesanya. The former middleweight champion (4:40) kicks off this week's edition of We Got Next to reflect on his unanimous decision loss to Adesanya in the main event of UFC 271 this past month, discusses his takeaways, the aftermath feeling much different the second time around, how he would feel if he didn't get a third crack at Adesanya, hoping for a summer return, why Marvin Vettori makes ...

Reaction | Kayla Harrison Signs Multi-Year Extension With PFL

March 08, 2022 16:51 - 29 minutes

Kayla Harrison is no longer a free agent as she has signed a multi-year extension to remain with the PFL. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee, and Jed Meshew react to the news, discuss the impact it has on both Harrison and the promotion, how it could be a major hit for Bellator in the long run, thoughts on how Dana White will react to it from the UFC's perspective, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subs...

Fighter vs. Writer: AJ McKee Responds to Alexander Volkanovski; Kevin Lee Reveals He’s Making Twice as Much in Eagle FC Than UFC

March 08, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour

On episode 26 of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Bellator featherweight champion A.J. McKee joins the show to discuss his recently announced rematch against Patricio Pitbull and how that fight came together after he initially wanted to move on to new competition. McKee will also address his current standing with Bellator MMA, he’ll respond to UFC champion Alexander Volkanovski and explain a run in with Nate Diaz and his team at the Jake Paul vs. Tyron Woodley rematch. Also this week, Eagle FC 46 ...

Trocação Franca | Alex Poatan: Israel Adesanya ‘tá cagado’

March 08, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour

O badalado striker Alex Poatan encara o compatriota Bruno Blindado no UFC deste sábado e conversa com o Trocação Franca sobre absolutamente tudo: as declarações dos técnicos de Blindado, a rivalidade com o campeão Israel Adesanya, os treinos com Glover Teixeira, e como a luta o ajudou a vencer o vício no álcool. O podcast conversa, ainda, com o faixa-preta Balbino Junior, novo treinador de Amanda Nunes, sobre a relação com a campeã do UFC, gravações do TUF 30, revanche com Julianna Peña, e mu...

On To the Next One | Matches To Make After UFC 272

March 06, 2022 18:49 - 2 hours

Colby Covington continues to cement his place as the No. 2 welterweight on the planet. After mauling Jorge Masvidal over 25 minutes this past Saturday night, where does the brash and outspoken fighter go next? This week on On To the Next One, that question is answered from a matchmaking perspective following UFC 272 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. In addition, future matchups are discussed for “Gamebred” following the “BMF” champion’s third consecutive loss, Rafael dos Anjos following his...

UFC 272 Post-Fight Show | What's Next For Colby Covington, Jorge Masivdal After One-Sided Main Event?

March 06, 2022 09:52 - 1 hour

Colby Covington backed up his trash talk and picked up a dominant unanimous decision win over Jorge Masvidal in the main event of UFC 272. Following the UFC's March PPV event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Shaun Al-Shatti, and Alexander K. Lee discuss Covington's performance and his callout of Dustin Poirier, where Masvidal goes after the loss, Rafael dos Anjos' outstanding performance against a gritty Renato Moicano, Bryce Mitchell's ceiling at 145 pounds, and more. Follow Mike Hec...

UFC 272 Preview Show | Can Jorge Masvidal Silence Colby Covington, Or Will 'Chaos' Reign Supreme?

March 05, 2022 03:21 - 1 hour

A heated rivalry will finally find its way into the UFC's octagon on Saturday night as Colby Covington takes on Jorge Masvidal. With Covington entering the bout as a heavy favorite, can the fan-favorite Masvidal find a way to create another highlight? Covington and Masvidal are set to headline UFC 272 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Ahead of the highly anticipated bout, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee, and Jed K. Meshew break down the fight from multiple angles and...

Reaction | Colby Covington vs. Jorge Masvidal Press Conference | UFC 272

March 04, 2022 02:59 - 26 minutes

Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal took the stage at the UFC 272 press conference where things went off the rails immediately. Following the first face-off between Covington and Masivdal, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Steven Marrocco, and Jed Meshew react to Thursday’s press conference, discuss their overall thoughts, if there was a winner, and more ahead of Saturday’s five-round bout at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Steve...

BTL | Colby Covington vs. Jorge Masvidal, UFC 272, Dana White vs. Islam Makhachev, More

March 03, 2022 21:42 - 1 hour

A bitter rivalry will take center stage this Saturday at the UFC’s March PPV extravaganza between Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal. Although there is no title on the line, what is at stake for two of the top welterweights in the world? This week on Between the Links, the panel will attempt to answer that question, along with which fighter needs the win most in the main event of UFC 272. In addition, they will discuss some of the other top storylines ahead of this weekend’s card in Las Vegas...

We Got Next | David Onama & Danaa Batgerel

March 03, 2022 09:00 - 44 minutes

Danaa Batgerel has won three fights in a row inside the UFC's octagon — all first-round knockouts — as he prepares to face Chris Gutierrez in a battle of under the radar fighters in one of the promotion's deepest divisions at the end of the month. Batgerel (5:26) kicks off this week's edition of We Got Next ahead of his March 26 bout with Chris Gutierrez at UFC Columbus. "Storm" previews the bout, discusses his reaction to finding out original opponent Montel Jackson was scratched from the bo...

Rankings Show: Can Tai Tuivasa Actually Break Into HW Top 3? Plus Islam's Rise, the Mousasi Dilemma, March’s Big Movers

March 02, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour

Is Islam Makhachev’s takeover of the lightweight division inevitable? Does Gegard Mousasi have a case for being the No. 2 middleweight in MMA? Tai Tuivasa is suddenly a top-4 heavyweight in the world — will he ever be ranked higher than he is right now?? The MMA Fighting Rankings Show returns after a hectic February to debate the biggest winners and losers of the past four weeks, crown an MVP of the month, and predict who will be the breakout story of a busy March. Then, co-hosts Shaun Al-Sha...

Trocação Franca | Michel Pereira Quer Trocar Tapa Com Nate Diaz, Analisa Durinho x Chimaev

March 02, 2022 09:00 - 55 minutes

O Paraense Voador pousa no Trocação Franca dessa semana. Em um longo e descontraído bate-papo, Michel Pereira conta como se tornou um lutador eficiente sem deixar a irreverência de lado morando em Las Vegas, onde brilha nas mesas de pôquer. O lutador admite que ficou surpreso com o último adversário, o português André Fialho, e revela quando deve lutar novamente, torcendo para ter a chance de trocar tapas com Nate Diaz um dia. Michel analisa, ainda, o duelo Gilbert Durinho x Khamzat Chimaev, ...

Fighter vs. Writer: Thiago Alves Seeking New Contract with BKFC to Book Summer Showdown Against Mike Perry, Discusses War Between Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington

March 01, 2022 09:00 - 39 minutes

BKFC champion and former UFC title contender Thiago Alves joins the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer to discuss what’s next in his career as he seeks a new contract with the bare-knuckle promotion, which recently sold a major share to Triller, and his hopes that he’ll sign a contract so he can face off with Mike Perry later this year. Alves will also details his recent change in management teams and what that means for his future. He will also preview the upcoming UFC 272 main eve...

On To the Next One | Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 49

February 27, 2022 17:11 - 1 hour

There seems to be quite the debate happening in the MMA community in regards to whether or not Islam Makhachev's next fight will be for the lightweight title against the winner of the UFC 274 bout between Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje. Following Makhachev's dominant first-round finish over Bobby Green in the main event of UFC Vegas 49 on Saturday, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss that, and if they believe the protégé of Khabib Nurmagomedov will fight for the belt ne...

UFC Vegas 49 Post-Fight Show | Is Islam Makhachev Best Lightweight In the World?

February 27, 2022 04:27 - 1 hour

Islam Makachev submitted Bobby Green with a flawless performance in just over three minutes in the main event of UFC Vegas 49. With that performance, is Makhachev the best lightweight in the world? That question is discussed as the UFC puts a bow on their February slate. Other topics include where Green goes from the loss and if it had a significant impact on him, Arman Tsarukyan's impressive performance, the two closely contested bouts on the cards getting mini robbery reviews, and more with...

UFC Vegas 49 Preview Show | Can Bobby Green Shock the World?

February 25, 2022 21:36 - 1 hour

Bobby Green has little to lose, but a whole lot to gain when he faces Islam Makhachev in the main event of Saturday's UFC Vegas 49 event. Can the longtime veteran pull off the massive upset and turn the UFC lightweight division upside down? MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee, and Jed Meshew discuss that question, along with why Makhachev isn't getting a lot of shine in his own right for taking this fight on short notice after Beneil Dariush was forced to withdraw due to an injury, the...

BTL | Jon Jones, Islam Makhachev vs. Bobby Green, Triller-BKFC Deal, More

February 24, 2022 21:51 - 1 hour

A new video of Jon Jones’ September arrest has been released. Does it change how you view the situation? Will it change the UFC’s? Those questions will be addressed this week on Between the Links, along with the debate amongst the MMA community in regards to the video itself and if it should be on the newswire, who stole this past weekend between UFC Vegas 48, Bellator 274, and BKFC: KnuckleMania 2, Triller acquiring a majority stake in the BKFC, the stakes in the Islam Makhachev vs. Bobby Gr...

We Got Next | Gegard Mousasi & Terrance McKinney

February 24, 2022 09:00 - 36 minutes

How would Gegard Mousasi fare if he shared the cage with current UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya, or former champ Robert Whittaker? In Mousasi's eyes, he thinks he would do just fine. The reigning, defending Bellator middleweight champion (4:57) joins this week's edition of We Got Next to give his thoughts on Adesanya's unanimous decision victory over Whittaker in the main event of UFC 271 earlier this month, talk his upcoming title defense against Austin Vanderford this Friday in t...

Trocação Franca | Sergipano: Cinturão dos médios do UFC ‘pertence ao Brasil’

February 23, 2022 09:00 - 39 minutes

André Sergipano em enfileirando a concorrência no peso médio do UFC, chegando a quebrar o braço de Ronaldo Jacaré em 2021, e fala ao Trocação Franca que tem planos ainda maiores no MMA. Em um papo franco, Sergipano explicou a origem do nome, já que ele é mineiro, esmiuçou o confronto com Uriah Hall, marcado para 16 de abril, as dificuldades que enfrentou no MMA antes de chegar ao UFC, chegando a cogitar se aposentar, e muito mais. O melhor do MMA brasileiro no Trocação Franca, toda quarta-fei...

Fighter vs. Writer: Joanna Jedrzejczyk On Her UFC Contract, Plans For Future, and Zhang Weili Rematch

February 22, 2022 09:00 - 51 minutes

Former UFC strawweight champion Joanna Jedrzecjzyk joins the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer to discuss the latest with her career including a potential rematch against Zhang Weili after putting on the Fight of the Year in 2020. Jedrzecjzyk will explain the delays in booking her return to action after being out for nearly two years and the current status of her contract situation with the UFC. She will also give her thoughts on the upcoming fight between Jorge Masvidal and Colby ...

Fighter vs. Writer: Joanna Jedrzejczyk On Her UFC Contract, Plans For the Future with Fighting and Zhang Weili Rematch

February 22, 2022 09:00 - 49 minutes

Former UFC strawweight champion Joanna Jedrzecjzyk joins the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer to discuss the latest with her career including a potential rematch against Zhang Weili after putting on the Fight of the Year in 2020. Jedrzecjzyk will explain the delays in booking her return to action after being out for nearly two years and the current status of her contract situation with the UFC. She will also give her thoughts on the upcoming fight between Jorge Masvidal and Colby ...

On To the Next One | Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 48

February 20, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour

After picking up the biggest win of his career in devastating fashion in his first UFC main event on Saturday, how big of a step up should Jamahal Hill get in the light heavyweight division. This week on On To the Next One, that question is answered from a matchmaking perspective following Hill’s terrifying first-round KO over Johnny Walker in the the headliner of UFC Vegas 48. In addition, future matchups are discussed for Kyle Daukaus following his buzzer-beater submission win over Jamie Pi...

UFC Vegas 48 | Knucklemania 2 | Bellator 274 Post-Fight Show | Who Won the Night?

February 20, 2022 06:19 - 1 hour

After big wins for Jamahal Hill at UFC Vegas 48, Mike Perry and Chad Mendes at BKFC's Knucklemania 2, and Logan Storley at Bellator 274, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, José Youngs, and Jed Meshew react to a wild and chaotic night in combat sports.  Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs 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: ht...

UFC Vegas 48 | Bellator 274 | Knucklemania II | Preview Show | What Are You Watching?

February 18, 2022 21:37 - 1 hour

This Saturday sees UFC Vegas 48, Bellator 247, and BKFC KnuckleMania 2 all vying for the attention of combat sports fans and the MMA Fighting team is here to help you sort out your schedule. Join Mike Heck, José Youngs, and Alexander K. Lee as we discuss the weight of the main event between light heavyweights Johnny Walker and Jamahal Hill, what could be the best pure martial arts contest of the weekend in the Bellator 247 headliner between welterweights Neiman Gracie and Logan Storley, and a...

BTL | Adesanya vs. Whittaker 2 Fallout, Joe Rogan, UFC Vegas 48, Bellator 274, Knucklemania 2

February 17, 2022 22:17 - 1 hour

How big of a step did Israel Adesanya take in his quest for greatness, and where does Robert Whittaker go from his loss to the champ in the main event of UFC 271? This week on Between the Links, the panel will attempt to answer those questions, and give their final thoughts on the UFC's second PPV event of 2022 — including Tai Tuivasa's ceiling in the heavyweight division following his KO win over Derrick Lewis. In addition, they'll discuss Joe Rogan no longer being part of the UFC 271 broadc...

We Got Next | Robert Soldic, Ronnie Lawrence, Jay Perrin, Isaac Dulgarian & Josh Fremd

February 17, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour

KSW two-division champion Roberto Soldic seems to be at an interesting crossroads in regards to his fighting future. Soldic (7:58) kicks off this week's edition of We Got Next to recap his incredible KO win over Mamed Khalidov to add the middleweight championship to his collection at KSW 65 in December, having one fight left on his KSW deal — which has an expiration date — his team preparing to meet with KSW officials this weekend to discuss what he would need to stick around, his thoughts on...

Trocação Franca | Neiman Gracie no topo do Bellator e o renascimento de Marlon Moraes

February 16, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour

O Trocação Franca dessa semana recebe Neiman Gracie e Marlon Moraes, que voltam às jaulas em momentos distintos na carreira. Neiman lidera o Bellator 274 desta sexta-feira, contra Logan Storley, em busca da vitória que pode garantir uma chance ao cinturão, e fala, ainda, sobre a inspiração em Fabrício Werdum, a eterna rivalidade Renzo x Wallid, e muito mais. Escalado para o UFC de 12 de março, contra Song Yadong, Marlon comenta o camp na Tailândia, o susto que levou ao passar 11 dias em um “h...

Fighter vs. Writer: Michael Bisping On The Fallout From UFC 271, Responds To Criticism Over His Commentary

February 15, 2022 09:00 - 44 minutes

UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping returns to The Fighter vs. The Writer to discuss the fallout from UFC 271 where Israel Adesanya defeated Robert Whittaker in the main event. Bisping will give his thoughts on how the fight played out while also responding to criticism over his commentary during the fight. He will also discuss Adesanya’s place in history after this latest win and what he’ll have to do to consider himself one of the all time greats in the sport. The former UFC champion will als...

On To the Next One | Matches To Make After UFC 271

February 13, 2022 18:08 - 1 hour

While it seems like all signs are pointing towards a middleweight title fight between Israel Adesanya and Jared Cannonier following their victories on Saturday night in Houston, where does Robert Whittaker go after dropping to 0-2 against the current champion? This week on On To the Next One, that question is answered from a matchmaking perspective following a memorable UFC 271 event. In addition, future matchups are discussed for Tai Tuivasa following the biggest win of his career in the co-...

UFC 271 Post-Fight Show | Reaction To Israel Adesanya's Title Defense, Tai Tuivasa's Vicious KO Win

February 13, 2022 09:10 - 1 hour

Israel Adesanya got the job done against Robert Whittaker for the second time in the main event of UFC 271. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Shaun Al-Shatti, Alexander K. Lee, and Jed Meshew discuss the latest UFC title defense for Adesanya, Tai Tuivasa's incredible finish of Derrick Lewis, and more.  Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Shaun Al-Shatti: @ShaunAlShatti Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscrib...

UFC 271 Preview Show | Israel Adesanya's Next Step To Greatness, Or Robert Whittaker's Redemption?

February 11, 2022 20:42 - 1 hour

Israel Adesnaya and Robert Whittaker will run it back in the main event of Saturday's UFC 271 event. Before the UFC's second PPV event of 2022, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Shaun Al-Shatti, and Jed Meshew discuss the middleweight championship main event, the heavyweight co-main event between Derrick Lewis and Tai Tuivasa, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Shaun Al-Shatti: @ShaunAlShatti Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: htt...

BTL Roundtable | Israel Adesanya vs. Robert Whittaker 2, UFC 271, Volkanovski Takes Aim At Holloway, More

February 10, 2022 19:30 - 1 hour

Will Israel Adesanya become the greatest middleweight in UFC history with a second win over Robert Whittaker on Saturday, or will he still have some work to do to catch Anderson Silva in that conversation? This week on Between the Links, the panel will attempt to answer that question and preview the middleweight championship main event rematch at UFC 271 between Adesanya and Whittaker. In addition, they will take a look at Saturday night’s card in Houston as a whole, Sean Strickland’s victory...

We Got Next | Alexander Hernandez, Julian Erosa, Bryan Battle & Joe Penafiel

February 10, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour

Alexander Hernandez is excited to kick off 2022 at a big event in his home state, but he is not at all thrilled at the lightweight bout's placement on the card. Hernandez (8:20) kicks off this week's edition of We Got Next to preview his fight with Renato Moicano this Saturday at UFC 271 in Houston, Texas, talks his reaction to getting offered the bout when he wanted to get a quick turnaround following his quick KO win over Mike Breeden in October, being unhappy fighting on the early prelims,...

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