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Join me as I wind through the streets of New York City while I deliver my unmatched analysis of several happenings in the combat sports world. On today's episode, I talk about Jon Jones' place in the pound-for-pound rankings, the new UFC 310 welterweight showdown between Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ian Machado Garry, as well as the UFC's signing of grappling specialist Mikey Musumeci. Plus, I tell you about my run-in with Larry Holmes, and also my thoughts on what really happened between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson.
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Jon Jones vs. Islam Makhachev (00:00)Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Ian Machado Garry (06:28)Mikey Musumeci to UFC Fight Pass (13:22)Stories from NYC (25:46)Paul vs. Tyson reaction (33:40)
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Join me as I walk the streets to give you my instant reaction to what we witnessed Saturday night at Madison Square Garden. On today's episode, I tell you what I really saw between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic, why Charles Oliveira stole the show, and why I'm disappointed in Bo Nickal. Plus, I talk about a potential Jones vs. Tom Aspinall title fight and Jones' demands for more money to fight the interim heavyweight champion.
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Oliveira's perfect performance (00:00)Jones vs. Miocic reaction (08:40)I'm upset with Bo Nickal (19:45)Jones vs. Aspinall negotiations (26:41)To support the program, leave a review of the show on Apple Podcasts or on my Spotify page.
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It's a massive week in combat sports, and on today's episode I discuss the UFC 309 main event from several angles. Plus, I tell you about something Bo Nickal said, and I also revisit the night Jorge Masvidal suckerpunched Leon Edwards before explaining why I think the two should finally get locked in the cage together.
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Bo Nickal wants Shara Bullet (00:00)The psychology of Jon Jones (11:57)Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic (29:23)Jorge Masvidal and Leon Edwards (38:50)Jon Jones says he's never ducked anyone besides me (47:34)Special thanks to this episode’s sponsor: Draft Kings Sportsbook - Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app NOW. New Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets!
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With a new rule change in the UFC, some are wondering whether Jon Jones will benefit from it by having the one loss of his career moved to a no-contest. I give you my thoughts on that, plus I also tell you why I think we could see Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier battle it out in the cage for a third time. Additionally, Brandon Moreno is back, something CRAZY just happened in a fight, and I've got a UFC prospect that I have to tell you about. You're welcome.
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Brandon Moreno's title hopes (00:00)Jon Jones' record (11:35)The featherweight triangle (18:30)Poirier vs. Holloway 3? (29:03)The rise of Oban Elliott (38:12)A viral moment (48:41)
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On today's episode, I begin by discussing the news that Ian Garry and Joaquin Buckley will headline the final Fight Night of the year. I also talk about why Ilia Topuria could be champion for years to come, Derrick Lewis's strong take on Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic, and Tom Aspinall's smart plans for UFC 309. And on this Election Day, I tell you which UFC fighter could make a good President of the United States.
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Ian Garry vs. Joaquin Buckley (00:00)Ilia Topuria's reign (11:10)Stipe Miocic is in trouble against Jon Jones (21:05)Tom Aspinall's plans for UFC 309 (30:11)Jake Paul's lie detector test (38:28)Which UFC fighter for president? (49:16)To support this program, leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on Spotify.
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Big episode today! Coming up, I discuss the news that Belal Muhammad is out of his UFC 310 title fight with Shavkat Rakhmonov, and also why I believe Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev will be the new headliner. Plus, I tell you whether Khamzat Chimaev or Bo Nickal is the better MMA wrestler, and whether Chimaev or Sean Strickland will get the next middleweight title shot against Dricus du Plessis. There's also some rumors about a fight between Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev? And of course, Conor McGregor says goodbye (again).
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Belal Muhammad out of UFC 310 (00:00)Why Pereira vs. Ankalaev should slot in (11:06)Chimaev or Stricklalnd next? (20:32)Comparing Chimaev vs. Bo Nickal (30:25)Makhachev vs. Topuria rumors (40:50)Conor McGregor says goodbye... (50:38)
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On today's post-UFC 308 episode, I talk about the middleweight title picture and whether Khamzat Chimaev or Sean Strickland deserves the next crack at Dricus du Plessis. Plus, I discuss Ilia Topuria's impressive win over Max Holloway and why I think El Matador has a strong case for Fighter of the Year over Alex Pereira. Speaking of Pereira, are we so sure Magomed Ankalaev will be his next opponent?
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Ilia Topuria for FOY? (00:00)Middleweight title picture (11:10)Magomed Ankalaev's title hopes (19:58)My problems with UFC 308 (26:05)To support this wonderful program, please leave me a review on my Apple Podcasts page.
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It's UFC 308 week! On today's show, I talk about another challenge laid down by Ilia Topuria to Max Holloway, and I tell you how Holloway responded to it. Plus, I talk about the betting lines for Magomed Ankalaev vs. Aleksandar Rakic and my take on Robert Whittaker vs. Khamzat Chimaev. And after watching Francis Ngannou win handily in his PFL debut this weekend, I'm wondering a few things: Does he fight in boxing or MMA next, and where does Ngannou rank in the all-time heavyweight great conversation?
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Ngannou's PFL debut (00:00)Holloway responds to Topuria (11:02)Whittaker vs. Chimaev (19:27)Ankalaev vs. Rakic (30:04)A bad matchup for Jack Della Maddalena? (38:36)Heavyweight GOAT (47:11)
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Happy Friday! On today's episode I talk about Conor McGregor inviting Sean O'Malley to train with him in Thailand. I also talk about Alex Pereira's massive weight cuts, Cowboy Cerrone's un-retirement, and why Renato Moicano thinks the UFC is protecting Paddy Pimblett from him. And, after years of legal issues, injuries, and not fighting ... what exactly is McGregor's legacy at this point?
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McGregor and O'Malley mend fences (00:00)McGregor's legacy (10:26)UFC protecting Paddy (19:51)Pereira's weight cuts (30:32)Cerrone unretires (40:28)To support this fabulous program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts.
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On today's episode, I explain my issues with Conor McGregor's statement that he and Dan Hooker are going to fight each other next February in Saudi Arabia. Plus, I tell you why Hooker could instead make sense for Dustin Poirier's next fight. I also discuss Belal Muhammad vs. Shavkat Rakhmonov, Jake Paul's proposed bet with Mike Tyson, and my problem with the UFCs newest signee.
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Muhammad vs. Rakhmonov is official (00:00)McGregor vs. Hooker? (11:17)Dustin Poirier's next fight (17:07)Jake Paul's $5M bet (25:28)Reinier de Ridder to the UFC (34:56)
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On today's LOADED episode, I'm covering a whole bunch of topics, like how Alex Pereira has jumped over Jon Jones in the pound-for-pound rankings. Plus, Amanda Nunes teases a return, Conor McGregor and Dana White are in the same city but it's NOT to see each other, and Ilia Topuria has issued a brilliant challenge to Max Holloway for their UFC 308 scrap.
On top of all that, I discuss rumors of Jake Paul's $40 MILLION pay day to fight Mike Tyson, as well as a proposed BMF tournament by Nate Diaz. And...I even spoke to Magomed Ankalaev!
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Pereira over Jones (00:00)Ankalaev is doing everything right (10:54)Will Amanda Nunes come back? (23:02)McGregor is in Las Vegas (32:14)Nate Diaz's idea (41:50)Topuria's challenge to Holloway (51:18)Jake Paul's purse (01:00:35)To support this fine program, you can leave a review on my Apple Podcasts page or submit a rating on Spotify.
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On today's episode, we go back in time to Saturday night when I offered you my immediate thoughts to Alex Pereira's win over Khalil Rountree, and I also tell you why I don't believe Kayla Harrison got the victory. Then, I talk about why the women's bantamweight division has suddenly become interesting, what's next for Pereira, and what makes the light heavyweight champion so special.
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Alex Pereira's place in the GOAT conversation (00:00)Kayla Harrison didn't win (06:43)The women's bantamweight picture (14:15)Why Pereira is so special (24:51)Pereira's next move (34:52)
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I'm in Salt Lake City for UFC 307, but before I left I made sure to deliver you a special UFC 307 preview show! On today's episode, I talk about paths to victory for both Khalil Rountree and Alex Pereira in Saturday night's main event, the overwhelming odds in favor of Kayla Harrison, Raquel Pennington vs. Julianna Pena, and more. Plus, Israel Adesanya says he wants to fight again this year, and Ian Garry and Shavkat Rakhmonov might have a fight booked with each other?
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Garry and Shavkat? (00:00)Izzy's future (11:14)Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree (21:38)Women's bantamweights on display (34:20)Does Magomed Ankalaev await Saturday night's winner? (44:31)Special thanks to this episode’s sponsor: Draft Kings Sportsbook -Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app NOW. New Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets!
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Before I head off to Salt Lake City to cover UFC 307 for ESPN, I give you my reaction to Renato Moicano's win over Benoit Saint-Denis. And I also tell you why I think Money Moicano will fight Justin Gaethje next. Plus, I get into the drama surrounding Bryan Battle, and I also talk about the triangle between Stipe Miocic, Jon Jones, and Tom Aspinall.
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Renato Moicano's next opponent (00:00)Similarities between Moicano and Khalil Rountree (08:42)Bryan Battle's walkout song drama (18:55)Could we see Tom Aspinall vs. Stipe Miocic? (27:40)
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On today's episode, I get into the new Vince McMahon Netflix documentary that's sweeping the Internet. I also discuss rumors swirling around Stipe Miocic and his UFC 309 bout with Jon Jones at Madison Square Garden. Plus, Diego Lopes has put Alex Volkanovski in a tough spot, the PFL has put together a big card for next month, and I give you my take on a controversial airplane story.
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Stipe Miocic won't show? (00:00)Will you buy the PFL card? (11:12)Diego Lopes calls out Volk (21:18)Mismanaging of Bo Nickal (32:53)The Vince McMahon doc (43:37)An airplane story (54:48)
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Khamzat Chimaev finally revealed the truth! I talk about that on today's program, plus I tell you about my new favorite UFC featherweight. I also give you a behind-the-scenes glimpse into next month's title fight between Alex Pereira and Khalil Rountree. Jorge Masvidal has also called out Leon Edwards again, and Conor McGregor lost (again).
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Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree (00:00)Movsar Evloev is the man (11:36)Conor McGregor and Mike Perry (24:51)Jorge Masvidal's callout of Leon Edwards (35:48)Restrictions on Khamzat Chimaev (44:06)
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Howdy folks! On today’s episode of the best podcast in combat sports, I get into all the week’s biggest stories, starting with Michael Chandler's thoughts on Conor McGregor’s return. Then, I talk about Jon Jones's comments on his fight with Stipe Miocic being “likely” his last. After that, I dive into the potential matchup of Henry Cejudo vs. Sean O’Malley, as well as Merab Dvalishvili’s plan for his next title fight. To close out, I discuss Khamzat Chimaev’s decision to get back to his roots and return to his original wrestling gym in Sweden, and talk Mike Tyson’s alarming inability to walk despite being 2 months out from his bout with Jake Paul.
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Michael Chandler on Conor McGregor’s potential return (00:00)Will Jon Jones retire after UFC 309? (10:34)Henry Cejudo wants to fight Sean O’Malley (22:11)Merab Dvalishvili’s championship plan (34:49)Khamzat Chimaev’s return to his roots (43:55)Mike Tyson’s inability to walk (52:46)
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I'm back from Las Vegas after an INCREDIBLE weekend at Sphere, and I've got a lot to say on today's program. I get into Merab Dvalishvili's win over Sean O'Malley and all the weird things that happened in this fight. Plus, I tell you why Valentina Shevchenko didn't do herself any favors Saturday night, and also about the massive compliment Dana White handed to budding superstar Diego Lopes. Plus, Jake Paul made a brilliant marketing move, and Conor McGregor's UFC career may have gone up in flames this weekend.
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Suga' vs. Merab reaction (00:00)Valentina's error (11:04)Next move for Diego Lopes (21:56)Jake Paul does it again (35:33)Conor McGregor's future (40:50)To support this fine program, leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify.
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A special night at UFC 306 warrants a special preview podcast, and so on today's episode that's what I give ya! I talk about Sean O'Malley's GENIUS marketing work, and also his biggest weakness in the Octagon. Plus, I talk about the guy that bowed out of Dana White's Contender Series and White's plans for Conor McGregor in 2025. And of course, some official predictions for the UFC 306 co-main event between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko, as well as the main event between O'Malley and Merab Dvalishvili.
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Sean O'Malley's marketing brilliance (00:00)O'Malley's ground game (10:30)Conor McGregor in January 2025? (20:46)Quemuel Ottoni's DWCS fiasco (31:03)Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes (39:22)Alexa Grasso vs. Valentina Shevchenko 3 (47:44)O'Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili (55:14)To give me the support I deserve for delivering this brilliant program to you, please leave me a review on my Apple Podcasts page.
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Was Israel Adesanya involved in a ROAD RAGE incident? I tell ya' that on today's episode PLUS I call out Merab Dvalishvili for his hypocritical criticism of Umar Nurmagomedov. Also, my reaction to Sean Brady's win over Gilbert Burns, expectations for The Sphere, and we say goodbye (maybe?) to a legend.
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Burns vs. Brady reaction (00:00)Is Demetrious Johnson done? (07:38)Merab criticizes Umar (15:34)What will The Sphere show look like? (27:15)Gangs, Hell's Angels, and Israel Adesanya (35:11)Special thanks to this episode’s sponsor: Draft Kings Sportsbook -Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app NOW. New Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $250 in bonus bets!
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