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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WWE: Royal Rumble instant analysis, Edge returns (1/27)
January 27, 2020 06:23 - 1 hourJust moments after the Royal Rumble went off the air on Sunday night, Adam Silverstein and Jack Crosby convened to break down WWE's first pay-per-view of 2020. The guys begin by discussing arguably the greatest Royal Rumble match of all-time in the men's main event (8:05), looking at the details of why the booking was so successful and what it means as the Road to WrestleMania 36 begins. The Silver King and Jack also dive into WWE Hall of Famer Edge's shocking return to the ring and the rest ...
Boxing: Who's next for Canelo?; Bud Crawford calls out Conor McGregor
January 23, 2020 16:53 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew react the latest news in boxing including reports that Canelo Alvarez is considering a fight in Japan against middleweight titleholder Ryota Murata. The guys look at the fallout from Conor McGregor's UFC return and debate whether Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao or Terence Crawford have a legitimate shot of landing a fight against him. BC breaks down while Bob Arum's plan to have Crawford face McGregor in MMA is a horrible idea and the guys preview Showtime...
MMA: Conor McGregor is back but who's next!?! UFC Fight Night & Bellator 238 preview
January 22, 2020 19:51 - 1 hourBrian Campbell is joined by UFC Hall of Famer 'Suga' Rashad Evans to break down all things UFC 246. Brian & Rashad do a deep dive into who should be next for McGregor, is it Nate Diaz, Jorge Masvidal, Justin Gatheje, is it the Khabib-Tony winner? Brian discusses how big this win was for Conor and breaks down all the Boxers who are now calling McGregor out. Has Conor regained his leverage on the UFC for negotiating purposes? Rashad discusses which moves he would like to see his ex-teammate Don...
WWE: Royal Rumble, NXT Worlds Collide previews (1/21)
January 21, 2020 21:19 - 2 hoursWith the first major pay-per-view of 2020 around the corner, Adam Silverstein and Jack Crosby convene to break down the WWE Royal Rumble card. Have the winners of the respected namesake matches already been foreshadowed, or are we in for some surprises on Sunday? Plus, the guys discuss the decision to crown new Raw tag team champions, where the Bray Wyatt-Daniel Bryan storyline is headed, the Brock Lesnar-Ricochet confrontation, AEW's new TV contract, a successful Bash at the Beach show and N...
MMA: UFC 246 instant analysis (1/19)
January 19, 2020 08:20 - 52 minutesBrian Campbell and Brandon Wise react to Conor McGregor’s 40-second TKO of Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone at UFC 246 in Las Vegas. What does the victory mean for him and the sport? Who should be next for McGregor? The guys also break down Maycee Barber’s upset loss to Roxanne Modaferri, Holly Holm’s shaky win and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/ad...
MMA: Adesanya-Romero announced, UFC 246 Interviews (Pettis, Pennington, Gadehla, Grasso, Modafferi)
January 17, 2020 16:49 - 53 minutesBrian Campbell is live in Las Vegas to break down the latest story lines and news. Isreal Adesanya vs Yoel Romero was announced for UFC 248 main event (8:29) and Tyron Woodley vs Leon Edwards headlining UFC London in March (11:25). Brian breaks down Jorge Masvidal's press conference and what Masvidal's 2020 could look like (15:45). Finally Brian wraps the show with interviews with Anthony Pettis (34:40), Raquel Pennington (38:12), Claudia Gadelha (42:40), Alexa Grasso (45:06) and Roxanne Moda...
Boxing: Danny Garcia, Jarrett Hurd talk Showtime return; Wilder-Fury presser reactions (1/16)
January 16, 2020 17:53 - 1 hourBrian Campbell welcomes former two-division champion Danny Garcia and star junior middleweight Jarrett Hurd to preview their fights ahead of the Jan. 25 Showtime card from Brooklyn, New York. BC also chats with Rafe Bartholomew to recap the Los Angeles press conference between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder ahead of their Feb. 22 rematch. Did we learn enough about Fury's mindset to alter our early predictions? Plus, a debate over whether Claressa Shields would be smart making the jump to UFC. ...
MMA: Keys to victory for Conor McGregor & Cowboy Cerrone at UFC 246
January 15, 2020 16:00 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer “Suga” Rashad Evans break down Saturday’s UFC 246 card from every angle including an examination of comments made by Conor McGregor and Donald Cerrone regarding how the fight will play out. The guys provide their predictions and identify the key storylines on the undercard that have gotten overlooked thanks to McGregor’s return. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more abou...
Wrestling: A new era of Raw, the state of AEW booking (1/14)
January 14, 2020 22:50 - 2 hoursBrian Campbell turns over a new leaf for 2020 by celebrating the best moments from the week in WWE, NXT, AEW and beyond. Adam Silverstein reacts to Buddy Murphy’s union with Seth Rollins and explains how a pair of new factions may play a key role on Raw and SmackDown. The Silver King also shares his take on the booking futures of Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar and Bray Wyatt entering Royal Rumble. Jack Crosby pops in to look at the good and bad in AEW entering the new year and what changes to the...
Boxing: 2020 plans for Pacquiao, Spence, Bud; best of decade
January 09, 2020 23:31 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew look back at the biggest names, moments and most important storylines over the last 10 years in boxing. The guys also spin it forward by sharing their 2020 predictions and handicapping what the new year could look like for big-name welterweights Manny Pacquiao, Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford. Plus, a preview of Claressa Shields' return on Showtime and an update on the build to Deontay Wilder-Tyson Fury II. To learn more about listener data and our ...
MMA: The state of Conor McGregor; bold predictions for 2020 (1/8)
January 08, 2020 18:59 - 1 hourThe boys are back! Brian Campbell is joined by UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans and Brandon Wise to start the new year of right with a jam packed episode. Rashad kicks off the show by discussing the evolution of UFC over the past 10 years (5:40). The team debates who truly owned the decade (11:19) and how they would define the 2010s (17:35). Conor McGregor is set to return next week at UFC 246, we break down his interview with TheMacLife (22:55). Can Conor compete for a championship at 170 (37:...
Wrestling: NJPW WK 14 analysis, Brock Lesnar in Royal Rumble (1/7)
January 07, 2020 22:30 - 1 hourBrian Campbell opens the first show of 2020 with a refreshed outlook on professional wrestling before Adam Silverstein and Jack Crosby join him to discuss what made Wrestle Kingdom 14 so epic as NJPW launched a strong opening salvo to 2020 [16:27]. Among the topics are whether it was the right move to put Tetsuya Naito over, the insertion of Kenta into the main event and what the weekend meant for Kazuchika Okada and Kota Ibushi. The guys also break down the latest happenings in WWE [1:03:20]...
Boxing: Mikey Garcia, Jessie Vargas interviews; Is Gervonta the real?
January 06, 2020 16:30 - 55 minutesBrian Campbell returns from a health scare to sit down with welterweights Mikey Garcia and Jessie Vargas ahead of their Feb. 29 showdown and look at whether Manny Pacquiao is a realistic option for the winner. BC also looks back at Gervonta Davis' uneven win over Yuriorkis Gamboa and debates whether "Tank" truly has what it takes to become a pay-per-view brand and crossover star amid rumors of a showdown against Leo Santa Cruz. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices vis...
WWE: Lana & Lashley wedding, WK 14, end of decade (12/31)
December 31, 2019 23:53 - 2 hoursWrapping up the year -- and the decade -- Adam Silverstein and Jack Crosby share their thoughts about standout moments and performers from the last 10 years to close the final show of 2019 (1:38:30). But first, the guys break down the controversial Lana-Bobby Lashley wedding segment that ended Raw and whether it was indeed as bad as some are suggesting (2:02). The Silver King and Jack also discuss the flawed Randy Orton-AJ Styles storyline (22:49), rave over the Aleister Black-Buddy Murphy ma...
Boxing: 2019 year in review; Jeff Horn's redemption, Chavez Jr.'s collapse (12/26)
December 26, 2019 13:23 - 2 hoursBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew hand out a bevy of awards while looking back at the year that was in boxing over 2019. The guys also recap a busy weekend including a comeback win from Jeff Horn in his rematch with Michael Zerafa and a disgraceful exit from Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. against Danny Garcia. Plus, a look back at an exciting Jermell Charlo-Tony Harrison rematch and a preview of Gervonta Davis' return against Yuriorkis Gamboa on Showtime. To learn more about listener data and our...
MMA: 2019 year-end awards, ‘Korean Zombie’ makes move at 145 (12/24)
December 25, 2019 10:00 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Brandon Wise look back at the year that was in MMA over 2019 and hand out awards for best fight, fighter and more. The guys also Chang Sung Jung’s knockout win over Frankie Edgar and whether “Korean Zombie” is deserving of a featherweight title shot. Plus, a preview of Bellator’s trip to Japan for Fedor Emelianenko-“Rampage” Jackson. (edited) To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about y...
Wrestling: 2019 year-end awards, special WWE interview
December 24, 2019 15:45 - 2 hoursThis was a wild year in the world of professional wrestling, and with the holiday season upon us, Brian Campbell leads the charge into a special show. BC is joined by co-host Adam Silverstein and Jack Crosby as the guys reflect on 2019, hand out their annual awards and look ahead to what's on the horizon in 2020. Did Becky Lynch repeat as wrestler of the year? How many honors did NXT pick up after a stunning 12 months? Was AEW able to crack the awards despite its short existence? Listen to fi...
WWE: NXT outclasses AEW, Kofi Kingston discusses his future (12/19)
December 19, 2019 20:35 - 1 hourFresh off a six-month title reign and the most exciting year of his storied career, former WWE champion Kofi Kingston joins the show to discuss representation within the company, whether a heavyweight title is in Big E's future, questions about New Day's decision to sign matching five-year contracts and his group's new podcast. Adam Silverstein and Jack Crosby start the show with The Silver King defending Charlotte Flair against unfair criticism following the TLC main event before moving into...
MMA: Fights to make after UFC 245, Edgar-Korean Zombie preview (12/18)
December 18, 2019 19:53 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer "Suga" Rashad Evans break down the latest news in mixed martial arts including the fallout from victories by Kamaru Usman, Alexander Volkanovski, Amanda Nunes and more at UFC 245. The guys also debate whether UFC president Dana White is setting a poor precedent by announcing Conor McGregor is one win at welterweight away from getting another featherweight title shot. Plus, a weekend preview of Bellator in Hawaii and UFC Busan featuring a can't-miss feather...
Boxing: Crawford’s future at 147, Teofimo arrives, Harrison-Charlo II preview (12/17)
December 17, 2019 20:05 - 2 hoursBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew recap a busy weekend of boxing featuring a tougher-than-expected title defense for WBO welterweight champion Terence Crawford. The guys talk about how “Bud” can attract the big-name fighters at 147 pounds and react to Teofimo Lopez Jr.’s star-making knockout of Richard Commey. Is Teofimo ready for Vasiliy Lomachenko? Plus, a deep dive into the weekend preview featuring Tony Harrison-Jermell Charlo II, Michael Zerafa-Jeff Horn II and much more. To learn mo...
Boxing: Jermell Charlo and Tony Harrison join the show (12/16)
December 16, 2019 14:35 - 45 minutesState of Combat has you covered with a bonus boxing interview podcast. Brian Campbell is joined by Tony Harrison vs Jermell Charlo to preview Saturday's WBC Junior middleweight title fight. Jermell discusses losing the title to Tony Harrison and how he believes Tony Harrison fakes his injury to get out of their original June 23rd rematch (10:00). Tony Harrison stops by to break down how he thinks the second fight will look and what lions only means to him (26:14), To learn more about listen...
WWE: TLC PPV instant analysis (12/16)
December 16, 2019 05:27 - 1 hourJust minutes after WWE TLC: Tables, Ladders and Chairs went off the air, Adam Silverstein and Jack Crosby sat down to discuss the entire show. From the debut of the Firefly FunHouse version of Bray Wyatt to the return of Daniel Bryan to the mixed bag that was the women's tag team main event to the convolution that was the Roman Reigns-King Corbin match, The Silver King and Jack break down everything you need to know and explain how they believe WWE will move forward on both Raw and SmackDown....
MMA: UFC 245 Instant Analysis (12/15)
December 15, 2019 09:22 - 41 minutesBrian Campbell provides his immediate reactions to Saturday's UFC 245 card from Las Vegas headlined by Kamaru Usman's TKO of Colby Covington in their welterweight title bout. BC breaks down each fight and looks at what's next for each of the winners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MMA: UFC 245 instant analysis (12/15)
December 15, 2019 09:22 - 41 minutesBrian Campbell provides his immediate reactions to Saturday's UFC 245 card from Las Vegas headlined by Kamaru Usman's TKO of Colby Covington in their welterweight title bout. BC breaks down each fight and looks at what's next for each of the winners. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
MMA: UFC 245 bonus interviews (Volkanovski, De Randamie, Aldo, Perry, Eye, Yan, Heinisch)
December 13, 2019 13:26 - 50 minutesBrian Campbell stops by UFC 245 media day to get you the inside scoop ahead of the biggest card of the year. Brian Campbell sits down with Alexander Volkanovski (10:45), Germaine De Randamie (15:00), Jose Aldo (20:05), Mike Perry (26:34), Jessica Eye (32:08), Petr Yan (39:08) and Ian Heinisch (44:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MMA: UFC 245 interviews with Volkanovski, De Randamie, Aldo, more (12/13)
December 13, 2019 13:26 - 50 minutesBrian Campbell stops by UFC 245 media day to get you the inside scoop ahead of the biggest card of the year. Brian Campbell sits down with Alexander Volkanovski (10:45), Germaine De Randamie (15:00), Jose Aldo (20:05), Mike Perry (26:34), Jessica Eye (32:08), Petr Yan (39:08) and Ian Heinisch (44:00). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Boxing bonus interviews: Teofimo Lopez Jr., Demetrius Andrade, Mick Conlan (12/12)
December 12, 2019 17:53 - 1 hourBrian Campbell sits down with a trio of boxing personalities for this bonus audio as unbeaten lightweight Teofimo Lopez Jr. sorts through the family drama behind the scenes ahead of his first title bout against Richard Commey on Saturday (22:05). Lopez pulls no punches talking about Vasiliy Lomachenko and talks about the pressure on his shoulders at 22. WBO middleweight champion Demetrius Andrade calls out Canelo Alvarez at length and announces who his 2020 opponent on Super Bowl weekend will...
Boxing: Teofimo Lopez Jr., Demetrius Andrade, Mick Conlan stop by (12/12)
December 12, 2019 17:53 - 1 hourBrian Campbell sits down with a trio of boxing personalities for this bonus audio as unbeaten lightweight Teofimo Lopez Jr. sorts through the family drama behind the scenes ahead of his first title bout against Richard Commey on Saturday (22:05). Lopez pulls no punches talking about Vasiliy Lomachenko and talks about the pressure on his shoulders at 22. WBO middleweight champion Demetrius Andrade calls out Canelo Alvarez at length and announces who his 2020 opponent on Super Bowl weekend will...
MMA: UFC 245 preview, weekend recap (12/11)
December 11, 2019 13:46 - 1 hourBrian Campbell breaks down Jair Rozenstruik and Aspen Ladd's big wins at UFC Fight Night DC. Discussed Tito Ortiz and Alberto Del Rio's match up this weekend. Brian looks ahead to UFC 245 this weekend before tossing to Rashad Evans and Tommy Tran to give you an in depth break down of the main card. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WWE: Seth Rollins turns heel, TLC PPV preview (12/10)
December 10, 2019 22:28 - 1 hourBrian Campbell is back in the main chair as co-host Adam Silverstein and Jack Crosby convene in a show that catches you up on everything going on with WWE ahead of its final pay-per-view of the calendar year. Up first is a discussion about the value of the TLC event itself before the guys dive into Seth Rollins' heel turn and alignment with AOP on Monday night (36:17). Is Rollins finally rolling again with this new creative, and is Kevin Owens believable in his role as a pure babyface? BC, Th...
Boxing: Crawford-Mean Manchine preview, is Teofimo ready for a title? (12/9)
December 09, 2019 15:34 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew preview a full weekend of boxing action highlighted by a Top Rank tripleheader from New York. Can Egigijus "Mean Machine" Kavaliauskas provide legitimate opposition for welterweight champion Terence Crawford? Is Teofimo Lopez Jr. biting off too much in his lightweight title bout against Richard Commey? The guys break down all the angles including which 135-pound fighter that unified champion Vasiliy Lomachenko should be cheering for to win. Plus, a look at ...
Boxing: Andy Ruiz-Anthony Joshua instant reaction podcast (12/7)
December 08, 2019 05:16 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew have YOU covered with Andy Ruiz-Anthony Joshua instant analysis podcast. Brian and Rafe break down Anthony Joshua's unanimous decision win, what's next for each fighter and how the weight Ruiz gained could have impacted him this fight. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Boxing: Who wins Ruiz-Joshua 2, keys to victory and Expert picks (12/6)
December 06, 2019 16:18 - 41 minutesBrian Campbell drops a bonus boxing podcast previewing Andy Ruiz vs Anthony Joshua 2. Brian breaks down some quotes from the press conference. BC gives you keys to victory for Andy Ruiz and Anthony Joshua and finishes off with his expert pick for this weekend's boxing match live on DAZN. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WWE: Rehabilitation of Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns (12/5)
December 05, 2019 20:16 - 2 hoursAfter its own booking hurt the appeal of two of its top stars, WWE appears to be on the road to rehabilitating Seth Rollins on Raw and Roman Reigns on SmackDown. Adam Silverstein and Jack Crosby break down what WWE is doing right with the former Shield members and what the future holds for them going forward. Plus, a look at the continued improvement of Raw, the Bray Wyatt vs. Daniel Bryan feud moving forward, the biggest storylines NXT and AEW and the value of WWE Backstage. Hero or Zero als...
MMA: Conor is back, Khabib-Tony 5, UFC DC preview (12/4)
December 04, 2019 19:12 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Brandon Wise react to a slew of fight announcements for 2020 in the UFC including the long-awaited return of Conor McGregor against Donald Cerrone and the promotion’s fifth attempt to book a Khabib Nurmagomedov-Tony Ferguson fight. The guys also preview UFC Fight Night in the national’s capital and look ahead to the Combates Americas MMA super fight between Tito Ortiz and Alberto El Patron. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.aud...
Boxing: Ruiz-Wilder II preview, Jermall Charlo talks title defense (12/3)
December 03, 2019 20:35 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew break down the heavyweight title rematch from all angles as Andy Ruiz Jr. looks for a second straight upset of Anthony Joshua when they meet in Saudi Arabia (4:00). BC welcomes WBC middleweight champion Jermall Charlo to preview Saturday’s return on Showtime against Dennis Hogan (1:28:11). The guys also look at Terence Crawford’s lack of quality opponents on the Top Rank/ESPN side and ponder how he might lure a PBC star into a big fight. Learn more about yo...
Boxing: Ruiz-Joshua II preview, Jermall Charlo talks title defense (12/3)
December 03, 2019 20:35 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew break down the heavyweight title rematch from all angles as Andy Ruiz Jr. looks for a second straight upset of Anthony Joshua when they meet in Saudi Arabia (4:00). BC welcomes WBC middleweight champion Jermall Charlo to preview Saturday’s return on Showtime against Dennis Hogan (1:28:11). The guys also look at Terence Crawford’s lack of quality opponents on the Top Rank/ESPN side and ponder how he might lure a PBC star into a big fight. To learn more abo...
MMA: Tito Ortiz, Alberto El Patron, Max Bretos preview Combate Americas PPV (12/2)
December 02, 2019 09:00 - 58 minutesBrian Campbell and Jack Crosby welcome a trio of interviews ahead of Saturday’s Combates Americas MMA pay-per-view match pairing UFC Hall of Famer Tito Ortiz (45:50) and former WWE champion Alberto “Del Rio” El Patron (9:29). The two combatants talk about the beef that led them here and what’s at stake for the promotion and themselves individually. Alberto also looks back on his final WWE run and shares whether a return might ever be in the cards. Max Bretos (26:56), the voice of Combates Ame...
Wrestling: Jon Moxley talks landing in AEW; Kane breaks down his WWE career (11/27)
November 28, 2019 11:00 - 1 hourBrian Campbell delivers some bonus audio featuring a chat with AEW star Jon Moxley on his exit from WWE, his love of death matches and whether he believes he’s in a war against his former employer (12:47). WWE legend Glenn “Kane” Jacobs drops by to talk about his new book and his transition into politics as the mayor of Knox County (43:11), Tennessee. Your boy BC also gives thanks to his listeners and the state of pro wrestling in general during this holiday season. To learn more about list...
Boxing: Carl Frampton previews return; road to Wilder-Fury II begins
November 27, 2019 19:22 - 1 hourBrian Campbell sits down with former two-division champion Carl Frampton about his move up in weight to 130 pounds on Saturday and whether he would consider retirement with a second straight loss (56:10). “The Jackal” also looks at which big-name fighters he is hoping to face and explains why a trilogy with Leo Santa Cruz isn’t realistic. Rafe Bartholomew drops by to give his take on Deontay Wilder’s knockout of Luis Ortiz and whether the rematch with Tyson Fury can capture mainstream attenti...
WWE: Raw impresses, Seth Rollins' turn excites (9/26)
November 26, 2019 19:40 - 1 hourComing out of an entertaining weekend of shows, WWE doubled down Monday night with an impressive edition of Raw (4:25). Brian Campbell is joined by co-host Adam Silverstein and Jack Crosby to break down what is going right for WWE lately, including the booking of Seth Rollins and one of the best TV shows of the year (33:17). Plus, what did NXT's Survivor Series success mean for its future (16:53), and which moments from AEW Dynamite gave BC, The Silver King and Outback Jack the feels last wee...
WWE: Survivor Series instant analysis, NXT TakeOver recap (11/25)
November 25, 2019 06:36 - 1 hourJust moments after WWE Survivor Series went off the air, Adam Silverstein and Jack Crosby break down the entire show, including its greatest moments and potential missed opportunities. What was behind NXT's domination of Raw and SmackDown, and what does it mean for WWE going forward? Did the pay-per-view still deliver despite there not being a signature memorable moment? Why were there no title changes or big surprises? The guys discuss all of that and more while also covering everything that...
Boxing: Deontay Wilder-Luis Ortiz instant reaction podcast (11/24)
November 24, 2019 08:44 - 1 hourBrian Campbell has YOU covered with a Deontay Wilder-Luis Ortiz instant analysis podcast. Brian breaks down Deontay Wilder's 7th-round KO, what's next for each fighter and how big Deontay Wilder-Tyson Fury 2 could really be. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Boxing: Deontay Wilder, Andrew Cancio join the show (11/21)
November 21, 2019 14:19 - 51 minutesState of Combat has you covered with a bonus boxing interview podcast. Brian Campbell is joined by WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder (and his daughter) to break down his fight with Luis Ortiz, why he accepted such a dangerous rematch and what he is willing to do to Ortiz to get the win (5:31). Brian is also joined by WBA junior lightweight champion Andrew Cancio. Andrew Cancio discusses his upcoming fight with Rene Alvarado and how he manages his boxing career and his day job (27:29). ...
WWE: 'Stone Cold' Steve Austin joins the show (11/20)
November 20, 2019 18:00 - 1 hourOh hell yeah! Brian Campbell goes toe-to-toe with none other than "Stone Cold" Steve Austin as "The Rattlesnake" breaks down his new show, upcoming interview with The Undertaker, the rise of Becky Lynch, the standout superstar of the 2010s and what the future of professional wrestling looks like. Plus, BC is joined by Adam Silverstein and Jack Crosby to discuss their favorite Austin moments, the impact he made on the business and why WWE has tried but failed to recreate his impact. Don't trus...
WWE: Survivor Series preview, CM Punk returns (11/19)
November 19, 2019 22:57 - 1 hourAhead of one of WWE's biggest pay-per-views of the year, Brian Campbell and co-host Adam Silverstein break down a loaded Survivor Series card (48:15). Will the inclusion of NXT boost the pay-per-view, and will we see a major title change hands in either of the expected main events? Plus, Jack Crosby joins BC and The Silver King to discuss the return of CM Punk to WWE (Backstage) (9:00) and the top moments of the week from Raw, SmackDown, AEW and NXT. Don't forget to check out our Survivor Ser...
Boxing: Wilder-Ortiz II preview, Charlo heats up on Harrison
November 18, 2019 13:03 - 1 hourBrian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew break down Saturday’s pay-per-view rematch between WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and Luis Ortiz from every angle (46:55). The guys make their pick for the main event and explore why this is a much dangerous decision from Wilder to accept the fight than most are realizing. Plus, a recap of the wild press conference announcing the Dec. 21 Tony Harrison-Jermell Charlo rematch (15:00). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visi...
Boxing: Fallout from KSI-Logan Paul II, Luis Ortiz previews Wilder rematch
November 14, 2019 15:14 - 2 hoursBrian Campbell welcomes in heavyweight Luis Ortiz to preview his Nov. 23 rematch against WBC titleholder Deontay Wilder and why he’s willing to die in the ring in order to fulfill his goal of becoming champion (1:12:00). Rafe Bartholomew reports on a wild night from inside the arena when KSI and Logan Paul united the world of YouTube and boxing (12:14). Plus, the guys provide an all-fanboy reaction to Naoya Inoue’s emotional and dramatic win over Nonito Donaire and whether their bantamweight ...
MMA: Zabit makes case for title; Lobov talks Conor, BKFC9
November 13, 2019 19:26 - 1 hourBrian Campbell, Brandon Wise and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans break down the latest news in MMA including a recap of UFC Moscow and whether Zabit Magomedsharipov has shown enough to prove he’s ready for a featherweight title shot (10:51). The guys also look at Greg Hardy’s growth following a loss to Alexander Volkov (18:35) and preview Saturday’s UFC Sao Paulo card (1:12:37). Plus, Artem Lobov stops by to set the stage for his BKFC9 rematch against Jason Knight and share whether he believes...
WWE: BC's back, Tommaso Ciampa talks, AEW Full Gear (11/12)
November 12, 2019 20:59 - 2 hoursBrian Campbell makes his return after recovering and catching up on weeks of action. What does BC think about WWE's recent bookings, the Wednesday Night Wars and the future of wrestling? Co-host Adam Silverstein and Jack Crosby join him to break down all of that plus AEW Full Gear. Former NXT champion Tommaso Ciampa also joins the show to discuss his star-making turn, the future of NXT and his first day in WWE standing across from The Undertaker 14 years ago. To learn more about listener da...