State of Combat with Brian Campbell
535 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 722 ratingsCBS Sports insider Brian Campbell breaks down the latest news surrounding Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts in separate episodes each week. UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans co-hosts the MMA podcasts while New York Times best selling author Rafe Bartholomew co-hosts the Boxing episodes. You can expect breakdowns of the latest news, full event previews, big-name interviews and instant reaction podcasts for the biggest events.
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Episodes
Holm-Aldana recap | Jon Jones vs. Israel Adesanya | Chris Weidman | MORNING KOMBAT | Ep. 65
October 05, 2020 20:54 - 1 hourOn episode 65 of MK, Luke and Brian recap the UFC and Bellator events from this past weekend including Holly Holm's win over Aldana (5:55). Did Carlos Condit do enough in his win to get a second chance (18:45)? Onto Jose Zepeda vs Ivan Baranchyk... Where does this stand in the Fight of the year category (27:10)? Chris Weidman thinks that he is the one to dethrone Israel Adesanya (40:40). The guys also take a deep dive into what a Jon Jones vs. Israel Adesanya fight would look like after Dana ...
Garbrandt out of UFC 255 | Holm-Aldana preview | UFC 254 media reaction | MORNING KOMBAT | Ep. 64
October 02, 2020 19:02 - 1 hourLuke and Brian are back for episode 64 of Morning Kombat to react to the news coming out of UFC 254 media call (5:45). Cody Garbrandt pulled out of his UFC 255 title fight and the guys discussed that moments after it happened (30:32). Next up Brian and Luke preview the UFC Fight Night Holm-Aldana card this weekend (38:04) and Bellator Milan (32:40). The boys close out the show by reviewing "The Dark Knight" (56:16) --------------------------------- 'Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podca...
McGregor vs. Poirier 2 | Jones vs. Adesanya, Blachowicz | Bellator 247 | MORNING KOMBAT | Ep. 63
September 30, 2020 18:10 - 1 hourLuke and Brian are back for episode 63 of MK. The boys react to the on-going feud between Conor and Dana that now has McGregor trying to face Dustin Poirier (4:38). They also discuss Jon Jones recent twitter war path where he went after Israel Adesanya and Jan Blachowicz (18:48). PLUS a preview of Bellator 247 and all the breaking news coming out of Milan (29:50). The guys make some revisions to some errors they made in Monday's show (41:12). Finally they close out the show with a deep dive o...
UFC 253 Recap: Adesanya vs. Costa | Charlo Doubleheader | Conor McGregor | MORNING KOMBAT | Ep. 62
September 28, 2020 20:32 - 1 hourLuke and Brian return for a big episode 62 of Morning Kombat as they recap Showtime Boxing's PPV double header and UFC 253. They discuss Israel Adesanya's dominant victory over Paulo Costa (3:50) and break down how impressive new UFC Light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz was in his win over Dominick Reyes (19:20). Next up the guys discuss what's next for Jermall (28:10) and Jermell Charlo (35:33) and talk about their impressive victories this weekend. They also react to Conor McGregor and...
Charlo twins interview, Bloke unleashed, saying goodbye
September 25, 2020 01:36 - 2 hoursBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew present an emotional final SOC boxing podcast featuring a sitdown interview with the Charlo twins ahead of Saturday's Showtime PPV. Plus, the guys welcome a number of their favorite listeners and friends of the podcast for an epic chat about why they love the sport and the podcast. Eric Raskin, Quality Bloke, Alex Godinez, Evan Korn and many others make a cameo appearance to say goodbye to the SOC. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practic...
Charlo PPV: Derevyanchenko, Rosario talk upset plans
September 23, 2020 15:51 - 2 hoursBrian Campbell sits down the opponents in Saturday’s unique Showtime PPV card featuring dual main events headlined by twin brothers Jermall and Jermell Charlo. Sergiy Derevyanchenko explains whether he will need to alter his style following two close title losses to Daniel Jacobs and Gennadiy Golovkin. Jeison “Banana” Rosario, meanwhile, shares his belief that his big right hand will be enough to unify 154-pound titles. Plus, Rafe Bartholomew drops by to preview the card at length. ----------...
Israel Adesanya previews UFC 253; Has Colby Covington's shtick gone too far (9/22)
September 22, 2020 16:06 - 1 hourBrian Campbell is joined by UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya to preview Saturday's title bout against fellow unbeaten Paulo Costa at UFC 253. Rashad Evans drops by to preview the must-see fight in great detail and look back at Colby Covington's victory last weekend. Should Tyron Woodley retire? Did Covington's trash talk against Woodley and Kamaru Usman go too far? Who should get the next welterweight title shot? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: ht...
The state of the union at 154, Erickson Lubin interview, best Mexican Independence Day fights
September 17, 2020 07:00 - 1 hourBrian Campbell welcomes junior middleweight contender Erickson Lubin to preview Saturday's return against Terrell Gausha on Showtime. Rafe Bartholomew also drops by to sort out the top players at 154 pounds entering a flurry of big fights. The guys also lament a Mexican Independence Day weekend without Canelo Alvarez and count down the biggest fights on this day over the past decade. Plus, should Jeff Horn listen to his wife and retire? --------------------------- 'State of Combat' is availab...
CBS Sports Presents: 'All Things Covered with Patrick Peterson & Bryant McFadden'
September 16, 2020 19:00 - 2 minutes'All Things Covered' with Patrick Peterson & Bryant McFadden' debuts on Tuesday, September 22nd with special guest Tyrann Mathieu. Download and subscribe now to get the first episode in your feed as soon as it is released! Patrick Peterson and Bryant McFadden have made a living for their coverage skills on the football field, and while it's a different technique, they're now applying those traits on their new podcast 'All Things Covered'. Instead of wide receivers, tight ends and running back...
Mcgregor in the news again, UFC FN Waterson-Hill + Bellator 245 & 246 recaps
September 15, 2020 15:28 - 1 hourMorning Kombat takes over the State of Combat feed as Rashad Evans Fills in for Luke Thomas. On episode 60 of Morning Kombat and joins Brian Campbell to recap everything that happened in the MMA this weekend, including two big Bellator events and Michelle Waterson taking down Angela Hill. The guys also discuss the recent sexual assault allegations against Conor McGregor and preview the upcoming weekend's showdown between Tyron Woodley and Colby Covington. -------------------------------------...
Canelo sues DAZN, Golden Boy; Did Herring quit?
September 09, 2020 18:54 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew provide instant analysis to the bombshell dropped in California federal court by Canelo Alvarez to the tune of $280 million against DAZN and Golden Boy Promotions for breach of contract. The guys debate the potential fallout and look at who is right and wrong based on the 24-page complaint. Plus, an emotional reaction to Jamel Herring's title defense and whether he gave up against Jonathan Oquendo knowing he was ahead on the scorecards. --------------------...
Overeem still a threat at 40, Nick Diaz eyes return, Bellator preview
September 09, 2020 16:37 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans break down the latest news in MMA including Alistair Overeem keeping his title hopes alive with a brutal stoppage of Augusto Sakai. The guys debate whether Nick Diaz can be effective in his UFC return at age 37 despite a five-year layoff. Plus, a preview of weekend action including Michelle Waterson-Angela Hill in the UFC and a pair of Bellator cards highlighted by Lyoto Machida-Phil Davis II. ---------------------------- 'State of Combat' is ...
Canelo vs. DAZN, Charlos set for PPV debut, Ramirez edges Postol (9/2)
September 02, 2020 20:56 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew break down the latest headlines in boxing including the standoff between Canelo Alvarez and the streaming app DAZN over his next purse which could lead to the Mexican star taking all of 2020 off. What's the future for boxing on DAZN? The guys also react to three weeks out from the Showtime PPV featuring both Charlo twins and decide whether each are entering the toughest test of their respective careers. Plus, a recap of Jose Ramirez's close decision win ove...
Free agent Brock Lesnar's fighting future; big setbacks for Anthony Smith, Robbie Lawler
September 01, 2020 16:13 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans react to the news of Brock Lesnar becoming a free agent from WWE and whether that leads to a possible MMA return. The guys speculate which promotion would make the most sense for the former UFC heavyweight champion and what fun fights could await him. Plus, a detailed breakdown of UFC Fight Night including Aleksandar Rakic's dominance of Anthony Smith and Robbie Lawler's flat performance in a loss to Neil Magny. Should Lawler retire for good? ...
Bonus interviews: Ramirez, Postol, Roach and Garcia preview 140-pound title bout
August 28, 2020 12:25 - 47 minutesBrian Campbell chats with unified junior welterweight champion Jose Ramirez and his opponent on Saturday, former champion Viktor Postol, about their preparations ahead of this title bout. Plus, legendary trainers Freddie Roach and Robert Garcia look at the soap opera angle of Ramirez facing off against his ex-coach and also look react to some of the biggest headlines in the sport entering this Top Rank attraction. Would Garcia make a comeback to face Oscar De La Hoya? Would he ever let his fi...
Jeff Horn dethroned, Povetkin shakes up heavyweight, Sergio is back!
August 26, 2020 17:32 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew provide instant analysis to the mid-week Australian boxing Super Bowl that was Tim Tszyu's knockout of Jeff Horn. Should "The Hornet" call it quits? Is Tszyu ready for the global elites? The guys also recap a wild weekend featuring Alexander Povetkin's comeback KO of Dillian Whyte, Sergio Martinez's resounding comeback win and Joe Smith Jr.'s conquest of Eleider Alvarez. Also, a look ahead at the weekend to come as Jose Ramirez defends junior middleweight t...
CBS Sports Presents: 'Fantasy Football Today in 5' podcast
August 26, 2020 14:19 - 1 minuteFantasy Football Today in 5, the fastest way to keep up with fantasy football, debuts on Monday, August 31. Download and subscribe now to get the first episode in your feed as soon as it is released! Want Fantasy advice, news and analysis fast? Fantasy Football Today in 5 will get you caught up on what you need to know to win your league in just 5 minutes every weekday morning. Join host Adam Aizer and a rotating cast of analysts including Jamey Eisenberg, Dave Richard, Heath Cummings and Ben...
Vintage Frankie Edgar, UFC's light heavyweight future, how Khabib becomes the GOAT
August 25, 2020 16:48 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer "Suga" Rashad Evans break down the latest news in MMA including Frankie Edgar's upset win in his bantamweight debut over Pedro Munhoz and Vadim Nemkov's dismantling of Bellator light heavyweight champion Ryan Bader. The guys also look at the future of the UFC's 205-pound division in the aftermath of Jon Jones' exit and react to comments from Khabib Nurmagomedov's coach about how wins against Justin Gaethje and Georges St.-Pierre to close out his career cou...
Canelo cuts Benavidez in WBC line, Clay Collard talks 'Rocky' story from UFC to Top Rank (8/19)
August 20, 2020 14:43 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew recap the weekend that was in boxing, including David Benavidez losing his super middleweight title on the scale and the WBC ordering Canelo Alvarez to fight for the vacant title. The guys also preview a loaded weekend of fights from Dillian Whyte-Alexander Povetkin and Shawn Porter's PBC return to Aleider Alvarez-Joe Smith Jr. and Sergio Martinez's retirement comeback. Also, Top Rank middleweight Clay Collard relives his wild transition from UFC castoff to...
Jon Jones moves to Heavyweight, Stipe is king, DC walks away (8/18)
August 18, 2020 17:46 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer "Suga" Rashad Evans address the fallout of Stipe Miocic's victory over Daniel Cormier in their trilogy bout at UFC 252 including Jon Jones' decision to vacate his 205-pound title and move up in weight. Should UFC book Miocic against Jones or top-contender Francis Ngannou in a rematch? How will Cormier's legacy be affected by two losses to each of his biggest rivals? The guys also react to rumors of Anthony "Rumble" Johnson's return to light heavyweight and...
🚨 UFC 252 Instant Analysis: Miocic defeats Cormier in trilogy, O'Malley injured
August 16, 2020 11:50 - 34 minutesBrian Campbell is coming to you moments after UFC 252 breaking down the biggest storylines and fallout from the event. Does this make Stipe the greatest heavyweight of all time? What happened to Sean O'Malley's foot? Plus much more. -------------------------------------------- 'State of Combat' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @SugaRashadEvans, @stateof...
Benavidez has no love for Plant ahead of Showtime return, Wallin relives Fury thriller
August 13, 2020 14:13 - 1 hourBrian Campbell is joined by WBC super middleweight champion David Benavidez to preview Saturday's return on Showtime against Roamer Alexis Angulo and explain why he's one of the most exciting future stars in the game. Benavidez also explains his beef with fellow 168-pound champion Caleb Plant and talks why that fight needs to happen next. Heavyweight Otto Wallin also drops by to relive his close call with Tyson Fury and break down his future in the division. Plus, Rafe Bartholomew looks at th...
Daniel Cormier talks legacy ahead of UFC 252 trilogy, "Chito" Vera ready for the "Sugar" (8/12)
August 12, 2020 16:04 - 50 minutesBrian Campbell sits down with Daniel Cormier and Chito Vera ahead of their UFC 252 fights. Daniel Cormier discusses what a win in the trilogy bout would mean for his legacy. DC also discusses how this third Stipe Miocic fight came to place and what his mindset is going into UFC 252. Next up Chito Vera stops by to discuss his upcoming bout with rising star Shane O'Malley. --------------------------------- 'State of Combat' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podc...
Stipe-DC III preview, Chandler hits free agency, the Black Beast shines
August 11, 2020 20:09 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rashad Evans kick off the show by reacting to UFC Fight Night Lewis-Oleinik. The guys discuss how important this win was for Derrick Lewis. Next up they discuss Chris Weidman's win over Omari Akhmedov. How impressive was Weidman's wrestling in this match? Rashad is very impressed by Beneil Dariush's evolution over these past few fights. What's next for Dariush? Onto Bellator 243... Could Michael Chandler have had a better potential last matchup in Bellator? What's next for ...
McGregor's future in doubt, Brunson shines, Chandler-Henderson II preview (8/4)
August 04, 2020 14:56 - 1 hourBrian Campbell is back from vacation and is joined by Rashad Evans to recap UFC Fight Night Brunson-Shahbazyan and preview Bellator 243 and UFC Fight Night: Lewis-Oleinik. The boys open the show by talking about Mike Tyson since Rashad is out in LA and watched him train yesterday. Rashad was on commentary duty at UFC Fight Night: Brunson-Shahbazyan and we broke that card down in full. Who's next for Derek Brunson? Did Edmen Shahbazyan bite off more than he can chew with Brunson? Jennifer Maia...
Khabib-Gaethje is OFFICIAL! Whittaker defeats Till + Brunson-Shahbazyan preview
July 28, 2020 16:15 - 1 hourRashad Evans is joined by Tyrone Spong to recap UFC Fight Night: Whittaker-Till, Break down the latest news, plus preview UFC Fight Night: Brunson-Shahbazyan. What's next for Robert Whittaker after his split decision win over Darren Till? Did Darren Till's stock rise in his loss to Whittaker? Shogun was able to improve to 3-0 over Antonio Rogerio Nogueira, who should be next up for him? Who impressed the guys the most throughout the rest of the card? Justin Gaethje vs Khabib Nurmagomedov is o...
Big John McCarthy previews Bellator's return, how to fix MMA scoring
July 23, 2020 16:55 - 34 minutesBrian Campbell chats with legendary referee and Bellator commentator "Big" John McCarthy ahead of the promotion's first card in five months on Friday with Bellator 242. McCarthy looks at Aaron Pico's response to adversity and breaks down the bantamweight main event between Sergio Pettis and Ricky Bandejas. McCarthy also looks at the state of MMA scoring and breaks down why certain fights have created controversies and how it should be fixed. -------------------------------- 'State of Combat' ...
PBC/Showtime announce loaded 2020 schedule, Vergil Ortiz Jr. previews return
July 22, 2020 17:11 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew react to the nine PBC fight cards in five months that Showtime announced it will close 2020 with. The guys celebrate the return of big-time boxing and rate the group of fights, which includes pay-per-views headlined by Gervonta Davis-Leo Santa Cruz and the Charlo brothers. The guys also welcome unbeaten welterweight Vergil Ortiz Jr. to preview his return on Friday as DAZN and Golden Boy Promotions hold their first card since the quarantine. Plus, rumors of ...
Figueiredo becomes flyweight king, Whittaker-Till preview (7/21)
July 21, 2020 17:09 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans recap UFC Fight Night: Figueiredo-Benavidez, break down the latest news, and preview UFC Fight Night: Whittaker-Till. Deiveson Figeiredo put on a dominant performance against Joseph Benavidez on saturday night... What is next for him? Where does Joseph Benavidez go from here? Jack Hermansson defeats Kelvin Gastelum via first round submission. Where does this win put Jack Hermansson in the middleweight title picture? Kelvin Gastelum has now los...
UFC Fight Island instant analysis: Welcome to the Figueiredo era (7/18)
July 19, 2020 04:39 - 23 minutesBrian Campbell provides his instant reaction to the UFC Fight Night card from Saturday in Abu Dhabi where Devieson Figueiredo finished Joseph Benavidez in their rematch to capture the vacant flyweight title. BC looks at what's next for the division and reacps a key 125-pound bout which could produce the next title challenger as Askar Askarov held off Alexandre Pantoja. Plus, Jack Hermansson re-entered the middleweight title picture with a quick submission of Kelvin Gastelum just as the divisi...
"Survivor" special: Ethan Zohn talks strategy, David Samson relives being voted off, Eric Raskin ranks the best
July 17, 2020 13:00 - 2 hoursBrian Campbell shares his love for the CBS staple "Survivor" after 20 years and 40 seasons of the reality and competition show with a special podcast. Three-time player Ethan Zohn talks strategy, beating cancer and how his Season 3 win catapulted him to instant celebrity. Former Miami Marlins president David Samson, the host of CBS Sports' "Nothing Personal," relives being voted off first in his lone "Survivor" appearance and breaks the fourth wall to talk hygiene and surviving on an island. ...
Kattar reaches 145 elite, Masvidal’s next move, Figuereido-Benavidez II preview (7/16)
July 16, 2020 15:06 - 57 minutesBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans recap UFC Fight Night Kattar-Ige and Preview UFC Fight Night Figueiredo-Benavidez. Calvin Kattar takes another big step forward with his unanimous decision win over Dan Ige. What's next for Calvin Kattar in a stacked featherweight division (1:00)? Tim Elliott defeats Ryan Benoit in a close decision... Did the judges get the score right in the fight? Do we need to revisit the MMA scoring system (14:20)? Jimmie Rivera defeats Cody Stamann via Un...
Best win of the decade, Horn-Tszyu is on, Lemieux wants Canelo
July 15, 2020 19:11 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew look back on the last 10 years in boxing and debate which victory was the most impressive and important from Guillermo Rigondeaux outboxing Nonito Donaire to Tyson Fury's upset of Wladimir Klistchko and Floyd Mayweather topping both Canelo Alvarez and Manny Pacquiao. The guys also react to recent trash talk spinning off of the August 26 announcement of Jeff Horn-Tim Tszyu in Australia and decide if David Lemieux is the perfect pandemic opponent for Canelo A...
Whats next after UFC 251?; Dan Ige ready for Calvin Kattar
July 14, 2020 16:25 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans give you a full recap of UFC 251: Usman vs. Masvidal. Is Kamaru Usman severely underrated? Will Kamaru Usman continue to train with Trevor Whitman? Who should the fans blame for what they consider a "boring" fight? Is the UFC pay structure to blame? Who deserves the next shot at Kamaru Usman's welterweight title (1:30)? Alexander Volkanovski retains his title in a controversial decision over Max Holloway. Does MMA scoring need to change? Shoul...
🚨 UFC 251 instant analysis: Usman demands our respect
July 12, 2020 08:21 - 40 minutesBrian Campbell provides instant reaction to a trio of title bouts atop UFC 251 on Saturday from Fight Island in Abu Dhabi. Welterweight champion Kamaru Usman ruined Jorge Masvidal’s attempt at a storybook ending by using his grappling and improved striking to defend his title. Plus, did the judges get it right in Alexander Volkanovski’s close rematch with Max Holloway? And who should be next for new bantamweight king Petr Yan? ---------------------------- 'State of Combat' is available on Ap...
UFC 251 betting guide; Holloway, Namajunas interviews
July 08, 2020 18:35 - 1 hourBrian Campbell welcomes Brandon Wise to look at Saturday's UFC 251 card from a betting standpoint ahead of Jorge Masvidal's return. BC also sits down with former featherweight champion Max Holloway to chat about his unusual training camp before his rematch with Alexander Volkanovski. In addition, Rose Namajunas shares her mental journey from losing her strawweight title to Jessica Andrade and nearly retiring to accepting their rematch this weekend. --------------------------------------- 'St...
UFC 251 Ultimate Preview
July 06, 2020 15:57 - 51 minutesBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans give you a full preview of UFC 251: Usman vs. Masvidal. How excited are the guys to get the fight that they originally wanted in Kamaru Usman vs. Jorge Masvidal. Did Jorge Masvidal get the payday that he was originally holding out for? How will the short notice weight cut impact Masvidal? How does the last minute opponent change impact Kamaru Usman (3:10)? Onto the Co-main event... Alexander Volkanovski vs Max Holloway for the UFC Featherweigh...
Canelo teases return, Broner raps, Jose Zepeda talks 140 title picture (7/2)
July 02, 2020 13:09 - 1 hourBrian Campbell welcomes junior welterweight contender Jose Zepeda to preview Tuesday's return in the Top Rank bubble and look back at his disputed loss to unified 140-pound champion Jose Ramirez. Zepeda talks sparring with Floyd Mayweather, working with Freddie Roach and which fighters he's targeting. Plus, Rafe Bartholomew talks Canelo Alvarez's 2020 plans, reacts to yet another failed drug test for Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller and helps BC give their review on Adrien Broner's new rap album. -...
Poirier-Hooker an instant classic, is McGregor tough enough for today's lightweights? (6/30)
June 30, 2020 16:33 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans break down the latest news in the MMA world. The guys break down Dustin Poirier's unanimous decision win over Dan Hooker. Where does this rank in the fight of the year talk? How much of a toll on your career does a fight like this take? What does this win do for Poirier's career (7:52)? Where does Conor McGregor fit into this entire situation (29:50)? The guys break down Mike Perry's win over Mickey Gall and all the craziness leading up to thi...
Mike Perry goes off!; Poirier, Hooker preview UFC Vegas 4
June 25, 2020 17:01 - 1 hourBrian Campbell sits down for a trio of interviews ahead of Saturday's UFC Fight Night card in Las Vegas including a combative moment where welterweight Mike Perry storms off following a select choice of words. Top lightweights Dustin Poirier and Dan Hooker set the stage for their main event this weekend and settle the trash talk between them. Plus, UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans drops in to help preview the card. -------------------- 'State of Combat' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify,...
Oscar teases comeback, Top Rank bubble rolls on
June 24, 2020 16:41 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew reconvene after a lengthy break to look at the latest news in boxing, including 47-year-old Oscar De La Hoya's claim that he's close to announcing a comeback and wants to face the very best in the sport. Also, a recap of recent action from the Top Rank "bubble" in Las Vegas which featured a title upset at bantamweight when Josh Franco defeated Andrew Moloney. From Joe Calzaghe claiming he would've beaten Andre Ward to Chris Eubank Jr. claiming he would stop...
Dana fires back at Blaydes, Can Jones defeat Tyson in boxing? Plus Fallout from Drysdale-Rohskopf incident (6/23)
June 23, 2020 16:22 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans recap UFC Fight Night Blaydes-Volkov and break down the latest news in the MMA world. How should Max Rohskopf's corner situation have been handled? Should fighters/corners be more okay with throwing in the towel? Does the UFC pay structure play into the Rohskopf-Drysdale situation (4:10)? Is Dana White right in his callout of Curtis Blaydes following his win over Alexander Volkov (22:15)? The guys break down Josh Emmett's win over Shane Burgos...
Curtis Blaydes sounds off on fighter pay; UFC Vegas 3 preview (6/18)
June 18, 2020 14:53 - 1 hourBrian Campbell welcomes UFC heavyweight contender Curtis Blaydes ahead of Saturday's Fight Night main event in Las Vegas against Alexander Volkov. Blaydes calls out UFC brass over the disparity in fighter pay and explains why he believes he's closer to a heavyweight title shot and a trilogy against Francis Ngannou than most realize (13:00). Plus, Hall of Famer Rashad Evans stops by to preview the card in full, including a featherweight co-main event pairing Josh Emmett and Shane Burgos (27:00...
Jorge Masvidal stays hot, Amanda Nunes teases retirement
June 16, 2020 15:56 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans look at the latest news in MMA including Jorge Masvidal's continued issues with fighter pay and criticism from ex-fighter/broadcasters. The guys also make sense of Amanda Nunes' recent retirement tease and explain why that's both good and bad for UFC's future. In addition, a full recap of UFC Fight Night from Las Vegas as women's flyweights Cynthia Calvillo and Mariya Agapova stole the show to help add depth to a weak division. ---------------...
Jessica Eye previews UFC Fight Night; the good/bad of Fight Island (6/11)
June 11, 2020 13:20 - 58 minutesBrian Campbell welcomes top-ranked women's flyweight Jessica Eye to preview Saturday's UFC Fight Night main event against Cynthia Calvillo. Eye talks about her journey overcoming injuries and personal setbacks along with why she should never be counted out. Plus, Hall of Famer Rashad Evans slides in to preview this weekend's card and react to news of a third Stipe Miocic-Daniel Cormier fight. BC also brings the heat on whether Dana White pulled a bait and switch about the realities of Fight I...
Fury-Joshua for real?; Shakur Stevenson welcomes boxing's return (6/10)
June 10, 2020 17:49 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew provide a sobering look at boxing's televised return amid the coronavirus pandemic following Tuesday's Top Rank card in Las Vegas headlined by Shakur Stevenson. The guys compare boxing's handling of things with that of UFC and Dana White. They also react to breaking news of Eddie Hearn announcing a two-fight deal with Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury for 2021 that comes with multiple hurdles that first need to be cleared. How legit is Ryan Garcia's beef with G...
Fight Island Revealed, Fighter pay revolt + bantamweights own UFC 250 (6/9)
June 09, 2020 16:21 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans recap UFC 250 and break down the latest news around the MMA world. Are people doubting how good Amanda Nunes is? Should people be respecting Felicia Spencer's heart and toughness more or should we upset with her coaches for not throwing in the towel? How much longer should Amanda Nunes continue to fight and who should be next (3:35)? Which Bantamweight impressed Rashad Evans the most at UFC 250? Is Cody Garbrandt in title contention now? Garbr...
The Undertaker bares all: Mark Calaway talks The Streak, life with VKM and more
June 04, 2020 17:31 - 1 hourBrian Campbell talks with the man behind The Undertaker, Mark Calaway, on his new WWE Network docuseries "Undertaker: The Last Ride," and why he chose to open up after 30-plus years in pro wrestling. Calaway relives how the ending of The Undertaker's WrestleMania streak came to be, how his character survived the ever-changing landscape of the business and how his relationship with Vince McMahon evolved. Plus, Taker shares the story of the best rib VKM ever played on him and what he has in min...
Jones vs. Dana, UFC 250 preview, Ryan Bader talks Bellator (6/3)
June 03, 2020 16:59 - 1 hourBrian Campbell is joined by UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans to break down the war of words between Jon Jones and UFC president Dana White, including Jones' future at light heavyweight and whether the time is right to push for more money. The guys also recap Gilbert Burns' breakout win at UFC Vegas and set the stage for Saturday's UFC 250 card featuring Amanda Nunes and a trio of must-see bantamweight bouts. Plus, two-division Bellator champion Ryan Bader talks about his career resurgence of wi...
Boxing open for business, Mike Tyson chatter continues (5/28)
May 28, 2020 13:17 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew react to news of boxing’s return in Las Vegas on June 9 and debate which parts of the sport’s flawed business structure might improve because of the quarantine. The guys also sort out the latest call outs for 53-year-old Mike Tyson to fight again and ponder how DAZN’s rumored financial issues might impact the sport’s broadcasting landscape. ------------------------------ 'State of Combat' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google P...