The Bash

On the last ever episode of The Bash, Petesy and Niall talk about all the thrills and spills from UFC 260, Francis Ngannou's coronation moment and ponder what is going on with Jon Jones' heavyweight debut. The lads listen to messages from members of the media and listers before signing off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's show, Petesy and Niall discuss their decision to end The Bash following next week's episode. Paddy Pimblett joins the show to talk about his stunning display at CW 122 and his next move - UFC or a CW title? Ian Garry reacts to his star-making moment at CW121, gives his take on his upcoming title fight against Jack Grant and reveals who his dream UFC debut would be against. Petesy and Niall discuss the week's action, highlighting what a promising time it is for Irish MMA as well as previewing UFC 260. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, UFC referee Marc Goddard joins the show to pay tribute to the late Neil Hall and to shed light on all the recent confusion surrounding illegal knees. Paul Redmond also calls in to discuss his free agency, his next move and the current crop of Irish talent at Team Ryano and in the Cage Warriors ranks. Niall and Petesy tackle all the latest headlines and look forward to an action packed week across multiple promotions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the back of Petr Yan's DQ loss to Alajmain Sterling at UFC 259, his coach John Hutchinson stops by the show to react to the fight. Petesy and Niall breakdown all the headlines emerging from the marquee event and look forward to next week's Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad card. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Brendan Loughnane drops by to discuss the announcement of his first PFL featherweight tournament bout against UFC veteran Sheymon Moraes. Petesy and Niall discuss Dana White's criticism of Cyril Gane, Paulo Costa's pre-fight wine rampage, the booking of James Gallagher vs. Patchy Mix and much more. The lads also look ahead to next weekend's blockbuster UFC 259 card and take questions from the lovely listeners, fighters and media members. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Petesy and Niall look at the matchmaking conundrum the UFC are facing at the top of the welterweight bracket. The lads also discuss Derrick Lewis' massive knockout win over Curtis Blaydes and the promise of young British heavyweight, Tom Aspinall. For the first time ever, the episode features questions from listeners and media colleagues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode, Leon Edwards drops by to give his take on the welterweight title picture following Kamaru Usman’s win at UFC 258 and to shed light on who is most likely to accept a fight with him on March 13. Cage Warriors featherweight contender Paul Hughes announces his latest opponent for CW 120. Petesy and Niall look back on all the thrills and spills from UFC 258, discuss the cancellation of Edwards vs. Chimaev and look forward to this weekend’s Blaydes vs. Lewis event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of The Bash, Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath flesh out the latest lines coming from the lightweight elite and gauge the reaction to a potential third meeting between Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor for all the marbles. Tom Aspinall joins the show and shares a story of his first encounter with future opponent and former champion Andrei Arlovski. The lads also look forward to UFC 258 and give their picks for the pay-per-view event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's show, Petesy and Niall are joined by former RIZIN champ Jiri Prochazka to discuss the postponement of his clash with Dominick Reyes, his "horrible" UFC debut and the "bullshit" fight between Jake Paul and Ben Askren. The lads look at all the latest news in MMA including GSP's advice to Conor McGregor, Khamzat Chimaev returning to good health and Casey Kenney's degrading comments about Megan Anderson. They also discuss the potential impact of Paul's boxing bout with Askren and look back at Reug Reug's most recent wreckage and all the action from KSW 58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's show, Petesy and Niall react to Dustin Poirier's stunning win over Conor McGregor and question what is next for the Irishman. The lads also try to forecast the UFC's lightweight title picture and ponder whether they have seen the last of Khabib Nurmagomedov. Veteran journalist Philip O'Connor joins the show to give his take on what went down on Saturday night in Abu Dhabi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Eddie Alvarez drops by to discuss his feelings on the matchup between his former foes, Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier. The former UFC and Bellator champion gives insight on Michael Chandler and gives his take on whether the 2016 version of McGregor that he faced could beat Khabib Nurmagomedov. Petesy and Niall discuss UFC 257, UFC’s debut on ABC, Max Holloway’s virtuoso performance and Khabib Nurmagomedov’s big decision (or lack thereof). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the final episode of the year, Petesy and Niall pick their Fighter of the Year, Submission of the Year, Knockout of the Year and Submission of the Year. The lads also project who will be the champion of each UFC division by the end of 2021. The dynamic duo also react to the big news stories from the last week including Khabib Nurmagomedov winning the BBC's World Sports Star of the Year award and Jake Paul's obnoxious callout of Conor McGregor. Attachments area Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Petesy and Niall discuss the future of Tony Ferguson's career on the back of his loss to Charles Oliveira and give their takes on whether Figueiredo vs. Moreno was fight of the year. Cage Warriors president Graham Boylan joins the show to react to all the results over the three nights of action at Cage Warriors Trilogy, including what's next for Morgan Charriere and whether Joe McColgan and Ian Garry will get title shots in their next bouts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

French heavyweight Ciryl Gane joins the show to discuss his upcoming bout with former heavyweight champion Junior Dos Santos and eyes a future bout with former teammate Francis Ngannou. Cage Warriors title challenger Jake Hadley underlines his belief that with victory over Luke Shanks he will definitely be signed by the UFC. Petesy and Niall give their takes on all the latest news in MMA including Leon Edwards’ forced withdrawal from the Khamzat Chimaev bout and Yoel Romero being the first of 60 fighters cut from the UFC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's show, Irish MMA legend Owen Roddy shares his feelings on the first of his SBG Charlestown fighters, Dean Barry, signing for the UFC. "Rowdy" also gives insights into Conor McGregor's preparation for Dustin Poirier in Portugal ahead of UFC 257. Speaking before Kevin Holland withdrew from their fight, Jack Hermansson gives his take on the middleweight title picture with Israel Adesanya plotting a move to 205. Petesy and Niall look ahead to Hermansson vs. Vettori and discuss Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of The Bash, Paul Felder discusses his legendary short notice fight with Rafael Dos Anjos, his new UFC deal and how a fight with Nate Diaz would really excite him. Petesy and Niall talk through all the latest news and look forward to next week’s fighting action. Niall shares his feelings on his birthday and the lads rejoice in the latest Dana White rant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UFC light heavyweight champ Jan Blachowicz joins the show to discuss his options with middleweight champion Israel Adesanya and LHW number one contender Glover Teixeira at play. Leon Edwards calls in to discuss the ramifications of his highly publicized clash with Khamzat Chimaev. Paul Hughes breaks his next Cage Warriors fight and makes his case for being the best prospect in Ireland. Petesy and Niall look back on the last week of action and preview UFC 255 and Bellator 253 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a blockbuster episode of The Bash, Bellator featherweight title contender Pedro Carvalho joins the show ahead of his clash with champion Patricio “Pitbull” Freire on Thursday night. Arguably the best fighter outside of the UFC, KSW welterweight champion Roberto Soldic calls in to discuss his middleweight clash with Polish icon Michal Materla. Also featured, Rhys McKee looks forward to his second UFC outing against Alex Morono on the back of his short notice debut against Khamzat Chimaev. Petesy and Niall discuss the possible ramifications of Donald Trump’s relationship with the UFC in light of Joe Biden being poised to take the presidency in January. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Leading Brazilian journalist Guilherme Cruz of MMAFighting.com joins the show to discuss Anderson Silva’s final UFC fight and the legacy “The Spider” leaves behind him. Arnold Allen also calls in to discuss his bout with Jeremy Stephens being cancelled this weekend and underlines his interest in a clash with Edson Barboza. Petesy and Niall give their takes on Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier fighting at 155, Israel Adesanya challenging Jan Blachowicz for the 205 title and Khabib Nurmagomedov possibly returning to action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Petesy and Niall discuss the ramifications of Khabib Nurmagomedov's retirement on the back of his victory over Justin Gaethje at UFC 254. The lads give their takes on the Russian's pound-for-pound aspirations, the GOAT debate that ensued since his retirement and the future of the lightweight division. Adam Borics calls in ahead of his clash with Erick Sanchez on Thursday's Bellator 250 card. Chris Fields also joins the show to preview his bout with Swedish light-heavyweight Karl Albrektsson and the challenges of owning a gym during COVID-19. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices