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Ep 592Daniel Cormier Talks Stipe Miocic Trilogy, Eye Pokes and Why He Will Stay Retired After UFC 252

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MMA Fighting's Damon Martin speaks with Daniel Cormier ahead of his heavyweight championship fight with Stipe Miocic at UFC 252. "DC" discusses the highly anticipated trilogy fight, why he will stick to his guns and retire after the bout and much more. Follow Damon Martin: @DamonMartin Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 30, 202028 min

Ep 591UFC on ESPN 12 Post-Fight Show

MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jose Youngs break down the top storylines following Saturday night’s memorable UFC on ESPN 12 event in Las Vegas, including Dustin Poirier’s main event victory over Dan Hooker in a Fight of the Year contender, and Mike Perry returning to the win column with a unanimous decision over Mickey Gall in the co-main event. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 28, 202021 min

Ep 590What the Heck: Episode 13 | Shane Burgos, Justin Jaynes, Youssef Zalal & Sean Woodson

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Check out episode 13 of What the Heck with Mike Heck on MMA Fighting. This week, Mike chats with Shane Burgos to recap his incredible co-main event bout with Josh Emmett at UFC on ESPN 11, the UFC rankings and more. Justin Jaynes talks his 41-second TKO win in his short notice UFC debut over Frank Camacho this past weekend, the wild beginning of his career, and what he wants next. Plus, Youssef Zalal and Sean Woodson preview their sophomore UFC appearances this Saturday at UFC on ESPN 12. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 25, 20201h 20m

Ep 589The A-Side Live Chat | Dustin Poirier vs. Dan Hooker, UFC rankings, Mike Perry's corner, UFC on ESPN 12 preview, more

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For this episode, Alex K. Lee joins José Youngs and Alex Savas to react to some of the top stories in MMA. Some of the topics may include: a preview of UFC on ESPN 12, the lightweight main event between Dustin Poirier vs. Dan Hooker, the welterweight co-main event between Mike Perry vs. Mickey Gall, and more. Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alex Savas: @AlexSavas Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Follow Alexander K. Lee @AlexandeKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 24, 20201h 9m

Ep 588Between the Links: Episode 4 | Dana White’s Criticism of Curtis Blaydes, the Fallout of Max Rohskopf’s UFC Debut, and More

On this week’s episode of Between the Links, host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting’s Jose Youngs and theScore’s James Lynch as they discuss Dana White’s criticism of Curtis Blaydes following his unanimous decision win over Alexander Volkov in the main event of UFC on ESPN 11 this past weekend. In addition, the panel gives their take on how the fight between Austin Hubbard and newcomer Max Rohskopf came to an end on Saturday and where the blame lies, where Jim Miller goes after his impressive opening round submission win over the highly touted Roosevelt Roberts, the significance of the UFC on ESPN 12 main event between Dustin Poirier and Dan Hooker, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow James Lynch: @LynchOnSports Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 23, 202052 min

Ep 587UFC on ESPN 11 Post-Fight Show

MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Alex K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines from Saturday night’s UFC on ESPN 11 event in Las Vegas, including Curtis Blaydes’ unanimous decision win over Alexander Volkov in the main event, along with the exciting featherweight co-main event that saw Josh Emmett defeat Shane Burgos. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 21, 20201h 11m

Ep 586UFC on ESPN 11 Preview Show w/ Anthony Smith

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With UFC on ESPN 11 just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck is joined by UFC light heavyweight Anthony Smith to break down the top storylines heading into Saturday’s event at UFC APEX, including the main event between Curtis Blaydes and Alexander Volkov. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 19, 202013 min

Ep 585The A-Side Live Chat | UFC on ESPN 11 preview, Bellator return, UFC featherweight title picture, Sean O'Malley & Cynthia Calvillo's next move, more

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For this episode, Fightful editor Sean Ross Sapp joins José Youngs and Alex Savas to react to some of the top stories in MMA. Some of the topics may include: a preview of from UFC on ESPN 11, the heavyweight main event between Curtis Blaydes vs. Alexander Volkov, the featherweight co-main event between Shane Burgos vs. Josh Emmett, the flyweight scrap between Roxanne Modafferi vs. Lauren Murphy, and the recently unveiled full lineup of fight cards slated for “Fight Island.” Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alex Savas: @AlexSavas Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Follow Sean Ross Sapp: @SeanRossSapp Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 19, 20201h 15m

Ep 584What the Heck: Episode 12 | Petr Yan, Cynthia Calvillo, Frankie Edgar, Calvin Kattar & More

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Check out a loaded episode 12 of What the Heck with Mike Heck on MMA Fighting. This week, Mike chats with Petr Yan (4:57) to discuss his upcoming bantamweight title fight against Jose Aldo, talks Henry Cejudo retiring, training with Aldo several years ago, and the state of the division. Cynthia Calvillo (19:30) recaps her win over Jessica Eye in the main event of UFC on ESPN 10 this past weekend, talks why she’s over her opponent missing weight, and what’s next. Khama Worthy (35:29) previews his upcoming fight with Luis Pena at UFC on ESPN 12 June 27, gives his thoughts on what’s going on in the U.S. in the fight against racial injustice, and being inspired by watching the fight between Andre Fili and Charles Jourdain. Pena (57:59) also joins the show to give his take on the matchup, the recent move to American Top Team, why the last couple of years—and meeting his biological father and brother—have put him at ease, as well as training with the likes of Jorge Masvidal and Dustin Poirier--who headlines the event. Mickey Gall (1:19:03) discusses his UFC on ESPN 12 co-main event fight with Mike Perry, his opponent’s pre-fight trash talk, the possibility of Perry having his girlfriend in his corner solely, how he sees the fight playing out, and explains why The Last Dance is a must-watch docuseries. Frankie Edgar (1:34:36) returns to the show to preview his bantamweight debut against Pedro Munhoz in the co-main event of the UFC’s July 15 event, returning to the place where he became UFC champion 10 years ago, Cody Garbrandt’s UFC 250 win, and more. Finally, Calvin Kattar (1:46:26) chats about his July 15 main event bout with Dan Ige, the reaction to the booking, signing a new deal with the UFC and why he’s not focused on the UFC 251 featherweight title fight between Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 18, 20202h 3m

Ep 583The A-Side Live Chat: UFC on ESPN 10 fallout, UFC ‘Fight Island,’ Amanda Nunes’ future, more

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For this episode, José Youngs is joined by Alex Savas to react to some of the top stories in MMA. Some of the topics may include: Fallout from UFC on ESPN 10; Cynthia Calvillo’s decision win over Jessica Eye, future of the women’s flyweight division; and Eye’s second straight weigh-in fiasco; “Fight Island” updates, Amanda Nunes’ recent retirement talk, UFC on ESPN 11 preview, Curtis Blaydes vs. Alexander Volkov, and more. Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alex Savas: @AlexSavas Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 17, 20201h 16m

Ep 582Between the Links: Episode 3 | Jorge Masvidal vs. UFC Continues, What's Next For Cynthia Calvillo & More

This week on Between the Links, host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Jose Youngs and TSN's Aaron Bronsteter as they discuss what is next for Cynthia Calvillo and Jessica Eye following the UFC on ESPN 10 main event this past weekend, Jorge Masvidal's public battle with the UFC, as well as past and present fighters, continuing on, a look ahead to this weekend's UFC on ESPN 11 card headlined by Curtis Blaydes vs. Alexander Volkov, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 16, 20201h 7m

Ep 581Jessica Eye Addresses Her Loss, Weight Cut Issues and Claims Made by Cynthia Calvillo

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UFC flyweight Jessica Eye addresses her main event loss, weight cut issues and claims made by Cynthia Calvillo following UFC on ESPN 10 at UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Nevada. #UFCVegas2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 15, 202019 min

Ep 580UFC on ESPN 10 Post-Fight Show

MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alex K. Lee break down the top storylines following Saturday night's UFC on ESPN 10 event, including Cynthia Calvillo's unanimous decision win over Jessica Eye in the main event. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 14, 202048 min

Ep 579UFC on ESPN 10 Preview Show

With UFC on ESPN 10 just hours away, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jose Youngs break down the top storylines heading into Saturday night's event at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, including the main event between Jessica Eye and Cynthia Calvillo. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 12, 202016 min

Ep 578Aljamain Sterling Recaps Quick Finish At UFC 250, Believes He's Top 135er

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Aljamain Sterling joined MMA Fighting's Damon Martin to recap his first-round submission win over Cory Sandhagen at UFC 250, and having his sights set on the UFC bantamweight title. Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 11, 202028 min

Ep 577What the Heck: Episode 11 | Devin Clark, Roxanne Modafferi, Ian Heinisch, Alex Perez & Gina Mazany

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Check out episode 11 of What the Heck with Mike Heck on MMA Fighting. This week, Mike chats with Alex Perez (7:28) to recap his first-round TKO win over Jussier Formiga at UFC 250. Devin Clark (25:50) talks his big win over Alonzo Menifield at UFC 250, engaging in protests against racial injustice before and after the victory, the relationship with his father, and teaming up with Jon Jones during the protests in Albuqurque. Ian Heinisch (47:27) discusses his first finish in the UFC against Gerald Meerschaert on Saturday night, the craziness leading up to the event with his cornerman getting a false positive COVID-19 test, and already booking his next fight with Brendan Allen on June 27. Gina Mazany (1:09:48) previews her return to the UFC this Saturday night, stepping in on short notice against Julia Avila at UFC on ESPN 10, talks how she found out seven months after the fact that she was released by the UFC after her last promotional fight, being the biggest underdog on the card, and more. Finally, Roxanne Modafferi (1:27:00) caps of the show to preview her upcoming fight with Lauren Murphy June 20 at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, talks her impressive win over Maycee Barber in January, and how strength and conditioning turned from a dislike to a love recently. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 11, 20201h 42m

Ep 576The A-Side Live Chat: UFC 250 fallout, UFC 251 and Fight Island, Conor McGregor’s retirement, more

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For this episode, José Youngs is joined by MMA journalists Kristen King and Anthony Walker to react to some of the top stories in MMA. Some of the topics include the fallout from UFC 250, Conor McGregor’s retirement, Jon Jones and Jorge Masvidal’s feud with Dana White, the recently unveiled “Fight Island” in Abu Dhabi, the upcoming UFC 251 pay-per-view, the welterweight title fight between Kamaru Usman vs. Gilbert Burns, the featherweight title fight rematch between Alexander Volkanovski vs. Max Holloway, the bantamweight title scrap between Petr Yan vs. Jose Aldo, and the rubber match between Stipe Miocic vs. Daniel Cormier, and more Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Follow Kristen King: @KristenKingMMA Follow Anthony Walker: @AntWalkerMMA Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 10, 20201h 14m

Ep 575UFC Announces Multiple Title Fights, 'Fight Island' Reaction

MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jose Youngs react to the big news of Dana White announcing multiple title fights for the summer, three of which will take place on "Fight Island" at UFC 251. The UFC president also announced the location of the island, along with four fight cards in an eight day span, and the date for the trilogy fight for the heavyweight title between Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 9, 202017 min

Ep 574Between the Links: Episode 2 | Conor McGregor 'Retires' Again, Fighters vs. Dana White

Check out episode 2 of MMA Fighting's Between the Links. This week, host Mike Heck curates the matchup between defending champion Jose Youngs and, the man he called out after his victory, Damon Martin. This week, the panel debate the meaning behind Conor McGregor's latest retirement announcement. They also answer the question of who is the most likely, and least likely, to return to the octagon first: McGregor, Jon Jones, or Jorge Masvidal, plus the three stars of UFC 250, and the criticism of the UFC's event coming up this Saturday headlined by Jessica Eye vs. Cynthia Calvillo. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Damon Martin: @DamonMartin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 9, 202058 min

Ep 573Coffee Talk: UFC 250 Edition - MMA Fighting

In the aftermath of UFC 250, MMA Fighting's Esther Lin and E. Casey Leydon are joined by The Athletic's Fernanda Prates. For this episode, José Youngs and Alex Savas react to some of the top stories in mixed martial arts. Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Follow Esther Lin: @allelbows Follow Fernanda Prates: @nandaprates_ Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 8, 202047 min

Ep 571UFC 250 Post-Fight Show

MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alex K. Lee break down the top storylines from Saturday night’s UFC 250 event in Las Vegas, including Amanda Nunes’ historic title defense against Felicia Spencer in the main event, a banner night for the bantamweight division, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 7, 202038 min

Ep 572Conor McGregor Announces Retirement Reaction

MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alex K. Lee react to Conor McGregor announcing his retirement following Saturday night's UFC 250 event. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 7, 202014 min

Ep 570UFC 250 Preview Show

With UFC 250 just hours away, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jose Youngs break down the top storylines heading into Saturday’s pay-per-view event at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, including the main event between Amanda Nunes and Felicia Spencer for the women’s featherweight title. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 5, 202015 min

Ep 569What the Heck: Episode 10 | Sean O'Malley, Brian Kelleher, Roosevelt Roberts & Brandon Royval

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Check out episode 10 of What the Heck with Mike Heck on MMA Fighting. This week, Mike chats with UFC flyweight Brandon Royval (7:18) to recap his 'Fight of the Night' winning submission victory over Tim Elliott in his promotional debut at UFC on ESPN 9. UFC bantamweight Brian Kelleher (32:00) previews his short notice 145-pound fight with Cody Stamann this Saturday at UFC 250, being inspired by Jorge Masvidal's 2019 run, and hoping a fight with Sean O'Malley can come next with a win. O'Malley (52:45) then joins the show to discuss his bantamweight fight with Eddie Wineland at UFC 250, his current contract status, and where he stands in one of the deepest divisions in the UFC. Finally, UFC lightweight Roosevelt Roberts (1:06:10) returns to the show to recap his submission win over Brok Weaver at UFC on ESPN 9 and what is next after the best performance of his career this past weekend. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 4, 20201h 29m

Ep 568The A-Side Live Chat: UFC 250 preview, Amanda Nunes vs. Felicia Spencer, Jon Jones relinquishing UFC title, more

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For this episode, José Youngs and Alex Savas react to some of the top stories in mixed martial arts. Some of the topics may include a preview of UFC 250, the featherweight title fight between Amanda Nunes vs. Felicia Spencer, the bantamweight bout between Aljamain Sterling vs. Cory Sandhagen, the return of Cody Garbrandt and Sean O’Malley, as well as the recent feud between Jon Jones and Dana White, and more. Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alex Savas: @AlexSavas Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 3, 20201h 10m

Ep 567Between the Links: Episode 1 | Jon Jones vs. Dana White and More

Check out the debut episode of MMA Fighting's newest debate show, Between the Links. Host Mike Heck is joined by Jose Youngs and Alex K. Lee to discuss Jon Jones vs. Dana White and the UFC, the three stars for this past weekend's UFC on ESPN 9 event, and a look ahead to UFC 250. 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/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 2, 202052 min

Ep 566UFC on ESPN 9: Woodley vs. Burns Post-Fight Show

MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alex K. Lee break down the top storylines from UFC on ESPN 9, including Gilbert Burns' dominant decision win over former welterweight champion Tyron Woodley in the main event. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 31, 202048 min

Ep 564What the Heck: Episode 9 | Cynthia Calvillo, Anthony Rocco Martin, Tim Elliott, Roosevelt Roberts & Gabriel Green

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Check out episode 9 of What the Heck with Mike Heck on MMA Fighting. This week, Mike chats with Cynthia Calvillo (4:13) to discuss her main event bout with Jessica Eye at the UFC’s June 13 event, how the fans have reacted to the booking and moving her training camp to AKA. UFC flyweight Tim Elliott (31:00) previews his fight with Brandon Royval this Saturday, reacts to not having friend and coach James Krause in his corner for the fight, and details a crazy story regarding his previous fight with Askar Askarov at UFC 246. UFC lightweight Roosevelt Roberts (49:15) talks short notice preparation for his fight with Brok Weaver this Saturday, what he took away from his first international fight against Alexander Yakovlev and having a name in mind to call out with a win this weekend. UFC welterweight Anthony Rocco Martin (1:04:48) reveals why he believes his fight with Neil Magny at UFC 250 on June 6 is the biggest fight of his career, talks having a hard time finding fights over the last several months, heading out to Las Vegas a week earlier and more. Finally, UFC newcomer Gabriel Green (1:30:30) checks in from Las Vegas as he prepares to make his UFC debut on five days notice against Daniel Rodriguez this Saturday at UFC on ESPN 9. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 20201h 45m

Ep 565Colby Covington Details ATT Split, Rips Jorge Masvidal, Dustin Poirier

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Colby Covington joined MMA Fighting's Damon Martin to explain why he left American Top Team, had some choice words for now former teammates Jorge Masvidal and Dustin Poirier, and more. Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 202025 min

Ep 563The A-Side Live Chat: Conor McGregor's 'GOAT Thread,' Jorge Masvidal's next fight, 'Fight Island,' more

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For this episode, José Youngs and Petesy Carroll react to some of the top stories in mixed martial arts. Some of the topics may include Conor McGregor’s recent “GOAT Thread” and the reaction it caused, the UFC’s upcoming card May 30, featuring the welterweight main event Tyron Woodley vs. Gilbert Burns, rumors surrounding “Fight Island,” Jorge Masvidal's next fight, as well as Petesy's going away party. Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Follow Esther Lin: @allelbows Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 20201h 15m

Ep 84Eurobash: The Last Rants (w/ Ariel Helwani, Neil Seery)

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On the final episode of Eurobash, Ariel Helwani (15:00) joins the show to discuss the latest developments in the sport including Fight Island, a potential meeting between Conor McGregor and Kamaru Usman and much more. Former host of Eurobash, Neil Seery (55:00), returns to give his reaction to UFC's Jacksonville events. Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath discuss the latest headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 26, 20201h 23m

Ep 562The A-Side Live Chat w/ Brian Kelleher

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For this episode, #UFC bantamweight Brian Kelleher joins José Youngs and Peter Carroll to react to some of the top stories in mixed martial arts. Some of the topics include his knockout win over Hunter Azure at UFC Jacksonville, his callout of Sean O’Malley, his pre-fight conversation with Dana White, the promotion’s planned card on May 30 and the rumored “Fight Island” events, while also reacting to UFC 249 & UFC on ESPN 8, which includes Justin Gaethje, Henry Cejudo, Glover Teixeira, and Alistair Overeem’s stoppage wins over Tony Ferguson, Dominick Cruz, Anthony Smith, and Walt Harris. Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Follow Brian Kelleher: @BrianBoom135 Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com MMA Fighting is your home for exclusive interviews, live shows, and more for one of the world's fastest-growing sports. Get latest news and more here: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 22, 20201h 7m

Ep 561What the Heck: Episode 8 | Colby Covington, Chase Sherman & Kevin Holland

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Check out episode 8 of What the Heck with Mike Heck on MMA Fighting. This week, Mike speaks with UFC middleweight Kevin Holland (4:20) to recap his first-round TKO win at UFC on ESPN 8 and what he wants next. Former UFC interim welterweight champion Colby Covington (22:03) explains why a fight didn't happen with Tyron Woodley and wanting fights with Kamaru Usman, Jorge Masvidal and WWE champion Drew McIntyre. UFC heavyweight Chase Sherman (45:18) discusses his successful return to the promotion at UFC Jacksonville. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 21, 20201h 20m

Ep 560The A-Side Live Chat w/ Angela Hill

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Some of the topics include her controversial split decision loss to Claudia Gadelha at UFC on ESPN 8, the promotion’s planned card on May 30 and the rumored “Fight Island” events, while also reacting to UFC 249 & UFC Jacksonville, which includes Justin Gaethje, Henry Cejudo, and Glover Teixeira’s TKO wins over Tony Ferguson, Dominick Cruz, and Anthony Smith. Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Follow Angela Hill: @AngieOverkill Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 20, 20201h 17m

Ep 83Eurobash: Episode 83 (w/ Darren Till, Philip O'Connor)

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On the latest episode of Eurobash, Darren Till (13:00) joins the show to discuss his next bout and the initiative he launched with Jimi Manuwa and Leon Edwards to combat knife crime in the U.K. Reuters journalist Philip O'Connor (56:30) pops by to shed light on the political ramifications of UFC's return, the controversial non-disparagement agreement journalists had to sign to cover the events, and Daniel Kinahan being named as an advisor to KHK MMA. As always, hosts Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath look at the latest headlines in MMA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 19, 20201h 39m

Ep 559Coffee Talk: Recapping the UFC's Week in Jacksonville

In the latest edition of Coffee Talk, MMA Fighting's Esther Lin, Casey Leydon and Jose Youngs recap the UFC's week in Jacksonville including UFC 249, UFC Jacksonville and UFC on ESPN 8. Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 17, 202043 min

Ep 558UFC on ESPN 8 Post-Fight Show

MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines from UFC on ESPN 8, including Alistair Overeem's TKO win over Walt Harris in the main event. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 17, 202046 min

Ep 557UFC on ESPN 8 Preview Show w/ Aljamain Sterling

With UFC on ESPN 8 just hours away, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck is joined by UFC bantamweight contender Aljamain Sterling to break down the top storylines. In addition, "Funk Master" provides an update on a very interesting bantamweight title picture from his perspective following Henry Cejudo's retirement announcement at UFC 249. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 16, 202024 min

Ep 556What the Heck: Episode 7 | Calvin Kattar, Shane Burgos & Diego Ferreira

This week on What the Heck, Mike Heck speaks with no. 10 UFC featherweight Shane Burgos (9:10) to give a fighter's perspective on a memorable UFC 249 event and when he'd like to return, Calvin Kattar (26:56) recaps his huge TKO win over Jeremy Stephens at UFC 249, along with a crazy fight week in general, and top-10 UFC lightweight Diego Ferreira (46:06) gives his thoughts on a loaded 155-pound division. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 14, 20201h 10m

Ep 555UFC Jacksonville: Smith vs. Teixeira Post-Fight Show

MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down all the top storylines from UFC Jacksonville, including Glover Teixeira’s big win over Anthony Smith in the main event. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 14, 202056 min

Ep 554The A-Side Live Chat: UFC 249 reactions, Justin Gaethje’s win over Tony Ferguson, UFC Jacksonville preview, more

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For this episode, José Youngs, Petesy Carroll, and E. Casey Leydon discuss some of the top stories in MMA. Some topics include: Justin Gaethje’s thrilling TKO over Tony Ferguson at UFC 249; Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov’s response; Henry Cejudo’s second-round destruction of Dominick Cruz; Cejudo’s retirement; Francis Ngannou’s knockout of Jairzinho Rozenstruik and a preview of UFC Jacksonville. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 13, 20201h 6m

Ep 553UFC Jacksonville Preview Show w/ Laura Sanko

With UFC Jacksonville just hours away, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jose Youngs are joined by UFC on ESPN's Laura Sanko to break down the top storylines. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 12, 202029 min

Ep 82Eurobash: Episode 82 (w/ Marvin Vettori, Brian Kelleher, Roberto Soldic, José Youngs)

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On the latest episode of Eurobash, MMA Fighting's José Youngs (24:00) joins the podcast to give a view from the ground in Jacksonville for UFC 249. Ahead of Wednesday's event, Marvin Vettori (1:15:30) highlights how he want to send a message of perseverance home to Italy when he takes on Karl Roberson. Set to fight undefeated Hunter Azure earlier in the night, Brian Kelleher (1:40:00) underlines how he relishes the thoughts of facing Contender Series graduates. One of the hottest European properties outside of the UFC, KSW welterweight champion Roberto Soldic (2:10:00) stops by to discuss his latest four-fight deal and the UFC's interest in him. As always, hosts Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath discuss the latest headlines in MMA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 12, 20202h 43m

Ep 552UFC 249 Post Show

Moments after the memorable UFC 249 came to an end, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon discuss Justin Gaethje's win over Tony Ferguson to become the interim UFC lightweight champion, Henry Cejudo's defense of his bantamweight title over Dominick Cruz and subsequent retirement, and Francis Ngannou's frightening knockout of Jairzinho Rozenstruik. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 10, 20201h 7m

Ep 551UFC 249 Preview Show

With UFC 249 just hours away, MMA Fighting's Jose Youngs is joined by Oscar Willis of The Mac Life to break down the top storylines. Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 9, 202017 min

Ep 550UFC 249 Timeline: Tony Ferguson vs. Justin Gaethje

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With UFC 249 days away, see how Tony Ferguson and Justin Gaethje ended up in Saturday's main event. Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 7, 202047 min

Ep 549What the Heck: Episode 6 | Michael Chiesa, Ryan Hall, Eryk Anders, Julia Avila & Ike Villanueva

This week on What the Heck, Mike Heck speaks with UFC middleweight Eryk Anders (4:58), UFC women’s bantamweight Julia Avila (23:32), No. 14 ranked UFC featherweight Ryan Hall (42:12), one of the newest members of the UFC roster, Ike Villanueva (1:19:51) and No. 8 ranked UFC welterweight Michael Chiesa (1:41:52). Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 7, 20202h 12m

Ep 548The A-Side Live Chat: UFC 249 fight week, Ferguson vs. Gaethje, Cejudo vs. Cruz, more

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For this episode, Brave CF flyweight Jose Torres joins José Youngs and Petesy Carroll to discuss some of the top stories in mixed martial arts. Some topics include the upcoming UFC 249 card on May 9 in Jacksonville, featuring title fights between Tony Ferguson vs. Justin Gaethje and Henry Cejudo vs. Dominick Cruz, and Francis Ngannou vs. Jairzinho Rozenstruik, as well as the planned cards on May 13 and 16, featuring Anthony Smith vs. Glover Teixeira and Alistair Overeem vs. Walt Harris. Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Petesy Carroll: @PetesyCarroll Follow Jose Torres: @ShortyTorresMMA Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 6, 20201h 6m

Ep 547The A-Side Live Chat w/ Lauren Murphy

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For this episode, UFC flyweight Lauren Murphy joins José Youngs and Alexander K. Lee to discuss some of the top story lines in the world of MMA. Some topics may include her previous win over Andrea Lee at UFC 247, Eddie Alvarez's coaching sting on The Ultimate Fighter, the state of the UFC’s 125-pound division, Roxanne Modafferi’s recent callout, the upcoming UFC 249 card on May 9 in Jacksonville, featuring title fights between Tony Ferguson vs. Justin Gaethje, Henry Cejudo vs. Dominick Cruz, and Francis Ngannou vs. Jairzinho Rozenstruik, as well as the planned cards on May 13 and 16, featuring Anthony Smith vs. Glover Teixeira and Alistair Overeem vs. Walt Harris. Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Follow Lauren Murphy: @LaurenMurphyMMA Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 5, 20201h 6m

Ep 81Eurobash: Episode 81 (w/ Paul Felder, Fabian Edwards)

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On this episode of Eurobash, Paul Felder (12:00) returns to the show to discuss covering UFC 249 remotely, his fighting future and opportunities to leapfrog international contenders in light of global travel restrictions. Fabian Edwards (49:00) also call in to give his thoughts on Douglas Lima getting a middleweight title fight, his proximity to a title shot and his ongoing beef with London Shootfighters. As always, Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath discuss the latest headlines in MMA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 5, 20201h 20m