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On the latest episode of The Figher vs. the Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin look ahead at UFC 331 and make their picks for the main and co-main event plus we discuss Arman Tsarukyan getting shut out of a title shot, Mauricio Ruffy possibly jumping the line and getting his own shot at gold plus much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jean Silva triumphant, Brandon Moreno back in the win column, Tommy McMillen certified superstar, and Alexa Grasso makes a championship statement. Noche UFC was an eventful show capped off by Silva submitting short-notice replacement Jose Miguel Delgado, a win that keeps the never-boring Silva at the front of the featherweight contender line. Is he in position to challenge the winner of the UFC 333 main event between Alexander Volkanovski and Movsar Evloev, or is there still work to be done? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew discuss where Silva goes after getting his Noche UFC redemption. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for former champions Moreno and Grasso, plus McMillen, who stole the show with his Fight of the Night performance. Top 10-ranked contenders Curtis Blaydes and David Martinez also impressed on the main card and we figure out what’s next for the veteran and the rising contender. Plus, listener picks for the latest Fight of the Night from Arizona. Download the SB Nation app here ⤵️ 📱 iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sb-nation/id6789240983 📱 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sbnation.app Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jean Silva is back in the mix at 145 pounds. On Saturday, Silva headlined the fourth iteration of Noche UFC, taking on Jose Miguel Delgado in the main event in Glendale, Arizona. And while he was slow to start, Silva was quick to finish, dropping Delgado in the third round and then tapping him with a one-armed rear-naked choke. Afterward, Silva called for the winner of the upcoming Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev title fight, but will he get it? Following Noche UFC, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew (and Alexander K. Lee for a brief moment) chopped it up about Silva’s impressive performance and what that portends for his future. Jed then also discussed Brandon Moreno’s win over Joseph Morales in the co-main event, the rise of Tommy McMillen as a new star, Alexa Grasso’s return to form, and the rest of the action from Glendale. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a combat sports double header this weekend as TKO brings both Noche UFC and Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn to the fans, in honor of Mexican Independence Day. One of the marquee weekends on the combat sports calendar every year, this year the UFC heads to Glendale for its annual Noche card, headlined by Jean Silva taking on Jose Miguel Delgado in a pivotal featherweight contest, and also feature Brandon Moreno looking to get back on track against Joseph Morales in the co-main event. Then, after the cage fights are done, we shift to the squared circle where Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn duke it out for the WBC welterweight title. Before the fists start flying this weekend, join MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee as they break down all the combat sports action on Saturday, answer your questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
This past Saturday was the Salahdine Parnasse show as he ran over Dan Hooker in less than a round in the main event of UFC Paris. Following the victory, not only did Parnasse call out Max Holloway, but Daniel Cormier also called it the best UFC debut ever. Will Parnasse get his wish, and is Cormier right about how impressive the former two-division KSW champ's debut was? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel recaps UFC Paris, and discuss the impact of Parnasse's incredible performance, along with Michael Page's final UFC fight. Additionally, topics include the UFC 332 lineup and main event reveal between Natalia Silva and Wang Cong foe the undisputed women's flyweight title during this past Saturday's broadcast and the total amount of negativity that has come from it, Valentina Shevchenko no longer as champion, Noche UFC, Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Download the SB Nation app here ⤵️ 📱 iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sb-nation/id6789240983 📱 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sbnation.app Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jean Silva vs. Jose Delgado isn’t the fight we wanted, but it might be the fight we deserve for Noche UFC. On Saturday, the UFC heads to Glendale for the latest installment of its Noche UFC series, headlined by a featherweight banger between Silva and Delgado. Originally, Silva was supposed to fight Yair Rodriguez, but a late withdrawal changed things up and now Delgado gets a chance to establish himself as a legit player at 145 pounds. On the latest episode of No Bets Barred, host Jed Meshew flies solo as he dives into the full Noche UFC card. Topics discussed include whether Delgado is a live underdog against the heavily favored Silva, if this is the end of Brandon Moreno, why Manon Fiorot vs. Alexa Grasso is getting such short shrift, the latest on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 164 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the news that the UFC is considering Justin Gaethje vs. Ilia Topuria 2 as the next lightweight title fight. Is that the right move to make or should Topuria figh someone else instead when all of his injuries are healed? Plus we discuss what went down at UFC Paris including Salahdine Parnasse’s statement win and what to do with Michael “Venom” Page after another lackluster outing. All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Salahdine Parnasse not only made a splash, he did a cannonball into the UFC's lightweight pool with a quick destruction of Dan Hooker in the main event of UFC Paris. With Parnasse delivering a star-making performance in his home country, and calling out Max Holloway, what could be next for the former two-division KSW champ? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss who Parnasse could face in his sophomore UFC outing after a memorable debut. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Axel Sola following his co-main event knockout victory against Fares Ziam, Michael Page after his lackluster decision win against Nursulton Ruziboev, along with fellow main card winners Daniil Donchenko, Kurtis Campbell, Losene Keita, and more. Plus, the fellas go through a slew of listener suggestions following the latest UFC Fight Night event. Download the SB Nation app here ⤵️ 📱 iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sb-nation/id6789240983 📱 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sbnation.app Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dan Hooker welcomed Salahdine Parnasse to the UFC this weekend, and all he got for it was a trip to the hospital. On Saturday, Parnasse made his long-awaited UFC debut and gave the French fans something to cheer about, running through Hooker in the first round. How impressive was Parnasse's performance and where does he go next? Join MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew, Alexander K. Lee and Mike Heck as they break down what comes next for Parnasse and Hooker after their lightweight headliner. Additionally, they discuss Axel Sola's brilliant knockout win in the co-main event, another tepid decision win from Michael Page, and other action from the card. Also, they give their thoughts on the newly announced UFC 332 headliner and updated fight card that has the UFC fanbase up in arms. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Salahdine Parnasse is finally in the UFC, but Dan Hooker might make him wish he wasn't. This Saturday, the #UFC returns to France for UFC Paris, headlined by Parnasse's UFC debut as he takes on Hooker in the City of Lights. Ahead of Saturday's #UFCParis card, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview this marquee lightweight matchup and dive into whether Hooker can spoil Parnasse's big debut or if the Frenchman will announce himself to the world in epic fashion. Additionally, Jed and AK break down the rest of UFC Paris, including the co-main Battle For France between Fares Ziam and Axel Sola, Michael 'Venom' Page's possible final fight in the UFC, the best fights from the undercard, answer viewer questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Song Yadong delivered the performance of a lifetime against Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Shanghai this past weekend, and may have a front row seat for the title fight between Petr Yan and Merab Dvalishvili. While we know where Song is liekly heading, where does Nurmagomedov from a heartbreaking loss? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to Song's massive win, the trajectory of both fighters, and other standout moments from the UFC's recent Fight Night card. Additionally, topics include UFC Paris this Saturday headlined by the highly-anticipated debut of Saladhine Parnasse vs. Dan Hooker, the stakes attached to the fight for both guys, the horrible week for Mike Perry this past week capped off by a shoulder injury and stoppage loss to Brandon Jenkins, Dana White saying the UFC 332 main event, and more. Join MMA Figthing's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Song Yadong’s shocking knockout over Umar Nurmagomedov and the altercation with Song and Usman Nurmagomedov after the fight. We’ll also discuss Mike Perry moving forward with his fight — and taking less money — after Dillon Danis’ disappearing act. Should Perry have still taken the fight and now that he’s dealing with an injury afterwards, has his overall stock taken a big hit? All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It was a wild week in the combat sports world, and in the world of the UFC, another massive upset took place inside the octagon as Song Yadong brutally knocked out Umar Nurmagomedov to pick up the biggest win of his career. Did Song punch his way into a title fight after the stunning knockout victory? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Song following his massive victory. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Denise Gomes after her big stoppage win against Yan Xiaonan in the co-main event, along with fellow main card winners Kai Asakura, Sumudaerji, Ce Liu, Bilal Hasan, and more. Additionally, the show begins with Mike's recap of being on site for the Mike Perry vs. Dillon Danis card, which became the Perry vs. Brandon Jenkins card, to all of the good, and the very bad of the event. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The year of the upset keeps rolling on. On Saturday, Song Yadong added another to the long list of epic upsets in 2026 when he brutally knocked out Umar Nurmagomedov in the main event of UFC Shanghai. A 6-to-1 favorite heading into the fight, the loss is devastating for Nurmagomedov, but transformational for Song, who is now right near the top of the list when it comes to the next bantamweight title shot. Following Saturday’s Fight Night, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee react to Song’s epic upset win and what it means for both men moving forward. Additionally, Jed and AK discuss the post-fight collision between Song and Usman Nurmagomedov, chat about Denise Gomes’ big win over Yan Xiaonan in the co-main event, talk about the rest of the event, answer viewer questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Umar Nurmagomedov wants to make his way back to a bantamweight title fight, but should he be more focused on Song Yadong? This Saturday, the UFC returns to Shanghai for a Fight Night event headlined by a high-stakes bantamweight fight between Nurmagomedov and Song, with title implications on the line, especially for Nurmagomedov. Ahead of Saturday's card, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview this marquee matchup and debate whether or not Nurmagomedov is overlooking Song in his ongoing beef with Merab Dvalishvili. Also on the show, Jed and AK dive into the rest of the biggest storylines from UFC Shanghai, debate which prospects have the most potential on the undercard, discuss some of the best fights on the prelims, answer viewer questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Umar Nurmagomedov is still in the bantamweight mix, but it feels like he’s lost some of his luster. On Saturday, Nurmagomedov looks to make it three in a row since losing his bantamweight title shot to Merab Dvalishvili, taking on Song Yadong in the main event of UFC Shanghai. It’s an opportunity for Nurmagomedov to earn a title shot and perhaps reclaim some of the aura that seems to have disappeared over the past year, but will he make a statement, or will Nurmagomedov continue to underwhelm? On the latest episode of No Bets Barred, host Jed Meshew flies solo as he dives into the full UFC Shanghai card. Topics discussed include whether or not Nurmagomedov will get his groove back, if Denise Gomes can keep her upset streak rolling, Kai Asakura’s move to bantamweight, a pair of parlays, the latest on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 163 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It will be quite the busy weekend in the combat sports world with the UFC returning to Shanghai for a UFC Fight Night card, while a wild event heads to Orlando headlined by an MMA fight between BKFC star Mike Perry and Dillon Danis. What can we expect from the latter, and the Duel Arena card as a whole? On an all-edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the weekend ahead, the Perry vs. Danis fight, the stakes for both men, and who needs it more. Additionally, they discuss the UFC Shanghai card headlined by Umar Nurmagomedov and Song Yadong, along with the rest of the very solid main card, Bella Mir losing as the biggest favorite in DWCS history to Alex Apodaca, Dana White's reaction to Mir's loss and his response to a fight booking question at the post-fight press conference, Glover Teixeira vs. Shogun Rua at Spaten Fight Night this weekend, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin talk about the latest RAF event and we discuss how women’s MMA has become quite dreadful over the past couple of years. We’ll also look ahead at Mike Perry vs. Dillon Danis on Saturday and whether or not Perry is ever going to return to BKFC. All this and much more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gregory Rodrigues picked up the biggest win of his career on Saturday, outlasting Anthony Hernandez in the five-round middleweight headliner of UFC Sacramento. With the 185-pound division being in a strange place, and multiple contenders hoping for their shot at Sean Strickland and the middleweight title, where does "Robocop" go from his recent victory. On and all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put their matchmaking hats on and discuss what's next for Rodrigues after defeating Hernandes for his fourth straight victory. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Vitor Petrino following his decision win against Serghei Spivac in the co-main event, Reinier de Ridder after his quick stoppage victory against Roman Dolidze, along with fellow main card winners MarQuel Mederos, Carli Judice, Anthony Wint, and more. Plus, the fellas go through the listeners' matchmaking picks in the final segment of the program. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gregory Rodrigues is a legitimate contender at 185 pounds. On Saturday night, “Robocop” picked up the biggest win of his career, outlasting Anthony Hernandez in the main event of UFC Sacramento to win a unanimous decision. The win should vault Rodrigues up the middleweight rankings and put him fully in the title mix at 185 pounds. Meanwhile, “Fluffy” has now lost two in a row, and his future at middleweight seems uncertain. Following UFC Sacramento, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee discuss Robocop’s big win and what it means for the 185-pound division. They also break down some of the other big storylines from the card — including Reinier de Ridder’s successful UFC light heavyweight debut and Carli Judice’s emergence at flyweight — wax poetic on Cris Cyborg’s scare in PFL, answer viewer questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can Anthony Hernadez get get back on track against Gregory Rodrigues, or is Robocop about to show Fluffy the full extent of his programming? That's the question that will be answered on Saturday in the main event of UFC Sacramento when Hernandez and Rodrigues square off in a pivotal middleweight matchup. Hernandez is coming in off a loss to now-champion Sean Strickland, while Rodrigues is on arguably the best run of his career, and making a push for title contention. Ahead of Saturday's card, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview this marquee matchup as well as the rest of the biggest storylines from UFC Sacramento, discuss the final fight of the legendary Cris Cyborg over at PFL Tampa, answer viewer questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anthony Hernandez looks to get back on the winning track this weekend, but Gregory Rodrigues stands in his way. On Saturday, “Fluffy” returns to the cage for the first time since losing to Sean Strickland, looking to start another eight-fight win streak that might put him back in title contention. But “Robocop” has other ideas as the former BJJ world champion is finally making his own run up the 185-pound ladder. Can Hernandez stop Robocop’s march to the title, or is he about to face the wrath of Rodrigues’ own prime directives? On the latest episode of No Bets Barred, host Jed Meshew breaks down Hernandez vs. Rodrigues, plus the rest of the fights at UFC Sacramento, quickly talks about PFL Tampa and the retirement of Cris Cyborg, gives the latest steps for The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 162 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @Psychoward586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Islam Makhachev is still the UFC welterweight champion, but it was one of the toughest fights of his career as he hung on to defeat Ian Machado Garry in the main event of UFC 330. Since then, there has been a lot of discourse in the MMA community about Makhachev's performance, what it means now, and for his legacy — which seems to be a pretty loaded topic, On an all-new edition of Between the Links, The panel discusses what's next for Makhachev's record-setting win, everything it signifies, if it's Carlos Prates or Michael Morales, or somebody else next. Additionally, topics may include Mackenzie Dern's lopsided win over Gillian Robertson, Din Thomas publicly throwing Robertson under the bus and then apologizing, UFC Sacramento this weekend headlined by Anthony Hernandez vs. Gregory Rodrigues, PFL Tampa headlined by Cris Cyborg's final fight — or, that's how PFL has advertised it, RAF Cleveland, UFC3 33 getting big bouts announced, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the fallout from UFC 330 including Islam Makhachev defending his title against Ian Machado Garry and where both fighters go from here. We also discuss Din Thomas’ decision to retire from cornering fighters after watching Gillian Robertson suffer a heartbreaking loss in the co-main event to Mackenzie Dern. All this and much more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Islam Makhachev is still the #UFC welterweight champion, but it was one of the toughest fights of his career as he hung on to defeat Ian Machado Garry in the main event of UFC 330. Who does Makhachev face in his second title defense, and where does Machado Garry go from his first championship opportunity? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck discusses what's next for Makhachev following his record-setting win, if it's Carlos Prates or Michael Morales, or somebody else, and what could be next for Machado Garry. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Mackenzie Dern following her lopsided title defense over Gillian Robertson in the co-main event, along with fellow main card winners Jalin Turner, Dustin Stoltzfus, Esteban Ribovics, and more. Also, the fellas go rapid fire with the MMA Fighting viewers, as they read off their matchmaking suggestions following the UFC's latest trip to Philadelphia. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Islam Makhachev broke the UFC record for most consecutive victories on Saturday night in Philadelphia, but he had to work a lot harder than most thought he would. In the end, it wasn't a thrilling battle, but Makhachev did enough to defeat a game Ian Machado Garry in the main event of UFC 330 to retain the welterweight title. Following the event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to UFC 330, Makhachev's win over Machado Garry, discuss the big takeaways, and potential struggles Makhachev could find himself in against Carlos Prates and Michael Morales. Additionally, topics include Mackenzie Dern's lopsided win over Gillian Robertson in her successful co-main event title defense, Zhang Weili potentially returning to challenge Dern, other standout moments, the shocking upsets that happened, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Islam Makhachev is already one of the greatest fighters of his generation, but can he become the Greatest of All Time? On Saturday, Makhachev defends his welterweight title for the first time, taking on Ian Machado Garry in the main event of UFC 330 in Philadelphia. Makhachev is the top pound-for-pound fighter in the sport, and with a win, will set the record for most consecutive wins in UFC history. But is Garry the man to stop Makhachev's march to greatness? MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview this Saturday's UFC 330 fight card, breakdown the main event matchup between Makhachev and Garry, dive into the co-main event title fight between Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson, answer viewer questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
This Saturday in Philadelphia, the #UFC returns with a numbered event in UFC 330. In the main event, top pound-for-pound fighter Islam Makhachev defends the welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry, while Mackenzie Dern faces Gillian Robertson in a strawweight title matchup. Despite the card having two title fights, does there seem to me very little buzz for it? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses UFC 330, the Makhachev vs. Machado Garry matchup and how the latter can truly shake things up, Dern vs. Robertson, and the card as a whole after Wednesday's media day. Additionally, topics may include Dana White weighing in on the GOAT conversation with Makhachev, DWCS returning earlier this week, the Patchy Mix fall from grace continuing, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The top pound-for-pound fighter in the world is looking to make history this weekend. On Saturday, Islam Makhachev defends his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry in the main event of UFC 330, and there's more than just a title defense on the line. Should he win, Makhachev will set the record for most consecutive wins in UFC history, and insert himself into the Greatest of All Time conversation. But will he? On the latest episode of No Bets Barred, host Jed Meshew is joined by The Action Network's Billy Ward to discuss just that topic. Jed and Billy also break down the rest of the fights on this week's card, including the co-main event title fight between Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson, all the potential upsets on the prelims, the latest step in The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 161 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @Psychoward586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin break down the UFC 330 main event and debate what kind of chance Ian Machado Garry has to upset Islam Makhachev and become welterweight champion. We’ll also discuss Usman Nurmagomedov’s next move and how he stacks up to the best of the best in the UFC’s lightweight division plus much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC returned to the newly renovated Meta APEX this past Saturday night for another UFC Fight Night event, and in the headliner, Quillan Salkilld delivered the best performance of his career as he stopped Mateusz Gamrot via submission in the first round. Where does Salkilld go following his breakout performance? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what could be next for Salkilld after his big win over Gamrot at UFC Vegas 120. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Diego Ferreira following his co-main event victory against Billy Quarantillo, Yadier del Valle following his quick stoppage of the now-retired Darren Elkins, along with fellow main card winners Alexia Thainara, Ty Miller, and more. Plus, the fellas read off listener matchmaking suggestions at the tail end of the program. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
After Quillan Salkilld's eye-opening finish of Mateusz Gamrot in the main event of UFC Vegas 120, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee recap Saturday's event in Las Vegas. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Quillan Salkilld has been on a massive tear since joining the UFC's toughest division, finishing four of his five opponents and winning all of his octagon appearances. As he steps into his first UFC main event this Saturday, he faces, by far, his biggest test in Mateusz Gamrot. Can Salkilld send a message to the top of the division, or will Gamrot teach the 26-year-old a veteran lesson? Ahead of Saturday's UFC Vegas 120 card, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee preview the event, the headliner between Gamrot and Salkilld, what's at stake for both fighters, and how long until title talks could it be for the winner. Additionally, topics include the co-main event between Diego Ferreira and Billy Quarantillo, other low-key fights flying under the radar, questions about UFC 330, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Usman Nurmagomedov is the hottest free agent in MMA, especially with the new MVP-PFL merger. This past weekend, Nurmagomedov fought out his PFL contract in style, running through Archie Colgan at PFL New York in the first round. Now, Nurmagomedov has to choose between being the face of the new MVPFL promotion or attempting to follow in the footsteps of Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev, and vie for the UFC lightweight title. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to Usman Nurmagomedov’s win over Colgan at PFL New York and where the top lightweight goes from here. Additionally, the panel discusses the rest of PFL New York, Dakota Ditcheva’s underwhelming win, Uros Medic’s big win at UFC Belgrade, the recently announced main event for next month’s Noche UFC card, and more. Join MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the news that the PFL is merging with Jake Paul’s MVP and what that means for the future. Does the new MVP have a chance to actually challenge the UFC or is that just a fool’s errand? Plus is Usman Nurmagomedov destined to sign with the UFC now that he’s a free agent? We also react to Anthony Smith’s recent arrest and Brown takes aim at the toxic fandom inside MMA that has exploded in the wake of that shocking news. All that and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Uros Medic was put in a position to become a breakout fighter in the UFC, and he delivered in a big way with a blistering, 30-second knockout of Daniel Rodriguez in the main event of UFC Belgrade. The Serbian competitor sent his hometown crowd happy before turning his attention to former champion Leon Edwards as a potential next opponent. Is that the matchup to make for Medic? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee give their thoughts on where “The Doctor” could go following the biggest win of his career. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Navajo Stirling after his first-round knockout of former light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz, Aleksandar Rakic following his successful heavyweight debut against Marcin Tybura, along with fellow main card winners Robert Valentin, Gilbert Urbina, Noah Gugnon, and more. Plus, the fellas take your matchmaking suggestions following the historic card that saw a record number of finishes. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Uros Medic just got made. On Saturday, the UFC made its debut in Serbia with UFC Belgrade, headlined by a top 15 welterweight showdown between Medic and Daniel Rodriguez. And in just 30 seconds, Medic sparked out Rodriguez, sending the crowd into an uproar and announcing himself as a bona fide star. Following Saturday’s big event at Belgrade Arena, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Medic’s star-making performance over Rodriguez. Additionally, Mike and Jed discuss Navajo Stirling’s knockout win over Jan Blachowicz and what it means for the light heavyweight division, chat about the record-breaking number of finishes on the card, dive into PFL New York and the MVP merger, answer viewer questions, and much more. Watch the UFC Belgrade post-fight show above, or an audio-only version of the show can also be streamed below and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your pods. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Uros Medic and Daniel Rodriguez battle it out in a pivotal UFC welterweight headliner in the promotion's debut in Serbia at UFC Belgrade. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee preview this weekend's UFC Fight Night event. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The mixed martial arts and UFC community were left stunned after past title challenger Anthony Smith was arrested on multiple felony charges — including domestic violence and terroristic threats — and as more alleged details emerge, the situation seems to be getting darker. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to Smith's arrest, the charges he's facing after being released on $500,000 bail, and the details provided by the district attorney in the county of his arrest. Additionally, topics include the fallout of UFC Abu Dhabi and Magomed Ankalaev's win over Bogdan Guskov in the main event, Sean Strickland's recent comments, and action-packed MMA weekend that includes PFL New York, featuring Usman Nurmagomedov and Dakota Ditcheva, and UFC Belgrade headlined by Daniel Rodriguez vs. Uros Medic, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
For the very first time, the UFC is heading to Serbia. On Saturday, UFC Belgrade goes down at the Belgrade Arena in Belgrade, Serbia, headlined by a welterweight main event between Uros Medic and Daniel Rodriguez. But what's at stake between these two? This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to break down the full UFC Belgrade card. Topics discussed include whether or not Rodriguez is getting overlooked against Medic, just how long Jan Blachowicz can keep getting away with this, a ton of debuting Serbian fighters, a few gems on the undercard, some PFL action, and the latest update on The Climb. Tune in for episode 160 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Magomed Ankalaev certainly has the résumé and credentials to be next in line to fight for the UFC light heavyweight title, but the former champ’s performance in the UFC Abu Dhabi main event didn’t seem to impress the MMA community. With new champ Carlos Ulberg out with an injury and expected to return in the first half of 2027, does Ankalaev get the first crack at Ulberg in an attempt to regain the belt? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what’s next for Ankalaev after his fifth-round stoppage win over Guskov, and if a title fight is coming up in his next fight, or if he has to compete again. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Ramazan Temirov following his first-round destruction of Steve Erceg in the co-main event, along with fellow main card winners Magomed Zaynukov, Rizvan Kuniev, Abubakar Vagaev, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Magomed Ankalaev got back in the win column in his first fight since losing the UFC light heavyweight title, but it wasn’t the most memorable performance in recent memory in the main event of UFC Abu Dhabi. Following the win, should Ankalaev get another crack at the title when Carlos Ulberg is ready to return, or does Ankalaev have more work to do? Following the UFC’s most recent Fight Night event, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the card, Ankalaev’s victory in the lackluster main event against Bogdan Guskov, and where he goes in a weird light heavyweight division. Additionally, they react to Ramazan Temirov’s brutal knockout victory against Steve Erceg in the flyweight co-main event, Magomed Zaynukov’s successful UFC debut and his ceiling at lightweight, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is back in Abu Dhabi, with light heavyweight title implications on the line. On Saturday, the UFC returns to Etihad Arena for #UFC Abu Dhabi, headlined by a 205-pound matchup between former champion Magomed Ankalaev and rising contender Bogdan Guskov. But will either man punch their ticket to a title fight next? Ahead of Saturday's event, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview UFC Abu Dhabi and what's at stake in the main event. Additionally, Jed and AK discuss the flyweight co-main event between Steve Erceg and Ramizan Temirov, pick out their favorite fights from the rest of the card, chat about the PFL event in Washington, D.C., answer viewer questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the battle between former #UFC champs at UFC Oklahoma City, it was the past 185-pound champion Dricus du Plessis who got the lopsided victory over former welterweight titleholder Kamaru Usman. Following the Fight Night card, how can Usman bounce back, and where does du Plessis go after getting back in the win column? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the fallout of UFC Oklahoma City, those suggesting Usman should call it a career following the loss to du Plessis, and how the middleweight division shifts with "DDP" getting his hand raised. Additionally, topics may include RAF 11 capped off by Colby Covington's win over Arman Tsarukyan, Belal Muhammad attacking Covington at the press conference and their announced matchup for RAF 12, Magomed Ankalaev's return at UFC Abu Dhabi, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and José Youngs as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
MMA prospect Jay Alderete recaps his submission win over UFC vet Cameron Smotherman at Fury FC 121 this past weekend, the viral finish and post-fight chaos, talks Smotherman's claims of seven fouls in the bout, if he's not getting enough credit for the win, any regrets for the aftermath, Adrian Yañez's comments about the situation, wanting his UFC shot and what it will all mean, and much more with MMA Fighting's Mike Heck. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
After Dricus du Plessis' dominant win over Kamaru Usman, join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they play matchmaker following Saturday's Fight Night event. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dricus du Plessis got back in the win column, but where he goes from here is anybody’s guess. On Saturday night, the former middleweight champion added a rock-solid win to his resume, winning a wide unanimous decision over Kamaru Usman in the main event of UFC Oklahoma City. But though it was a good win for “DDP,” du Plessis failed to make a statement over the smaller fighter, raising the question of whether that was good enough for him to get another crack at the middleweight belt? Following the UFC Fight Night card, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew reacts to du Plessis’s win and where it puts him in the 185-pound pecking order. Additionally, Jed talks about where Usman goes from here, the rest of the UFC Oklahoma City Card, Johnny Eblen’s big win at PFL Austin, the marquee RAF results, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oklahoma, where the winds come sweeping down the plain! That's right, the UFC is headed to OKC for a Fight Night event, headlined by Dricus du Plessis taking on Kamaru Usman in a middleweight fight nobody saw coming. But which former champion will get to stop and smell the waivin' wheat? Ahead of Saturday's event, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew flies solo to preview UFC Oklahoma City and this bizarre-yet-compelling marquee matchup. Additionally, Jed will dive into the co-main event between Jared Cannonier and Christian Leroy Duncan, break down which undercard prospects he’s most interested in watching, give a few betting suggestions, chat with the viewers, and more. Tune in for the UFC Oklahoma City Preview Show. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Conor McGregor's return to the UFC octagon could not have gone worse this past Saturday as his main event matchup with Max Holloway ended abruptly after McGregor suffered an injury. Is this the end for McGregor, or will he return for one more walk — and if he does, will anybody buy into it? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the UFC 329 main event, the buzzkill of it all, and where both McGregor and Holloway go from their closing act in Las Vegas. Additionally, they talk Paddy Pimblett's big win and quick submission in the co-main event, other standout moments from UFC 329, a busy weekend ahead in the combat sports world, Dricus du Plessis facing Kamaru Usman in the main event of UFC Oklahoma City, Arman Tsarukyan taking on Colby Covington at RAF 11, Ben Askren's return, PFL heads to Austin, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Conor McGregor’s disappointing comeback, the injury he suffered on Saturday night and his latest statement revealing plans to return for one last UFC fight to get out of his contract. Plus we talk about Paddy Pimblett’s ascension as the newest superstar in the UFC and Gable Steveson’s debut at UFC 329. All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Max Holloway and Conor McGregor’s rematch at UFC 329 raises just as many questions as it provided answers. The former UFC champions met in a rematch 13 years in the making, with McGregor returning to action for the first time since 2021, but there was little satisfaction for either fighter as McGregor was forced to bow out with an apparent knee injury just 69 seconds into the contest. Holloway got the win, but didn’t get the chance to put on a bounce-back performance after his recent loss to Charles Oliveira. And McGregor? He didn’t even get to fight and with one more bout left on his UFC contract and potentially another long layoff ahead of him, his future is murkier than ever. On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss where Holloway and McGregor can possibly go from here, with both fighters likely done for 2026. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Paddy Pimblett, who arguably stole the show with a stunning submission of Benoit Saint Denis, plus main card winners Mario Bautista, Brandon Royval, and King Green. We also dig into the prelims to figure out what’s next for Robert Whittaker in his light heavyweight journey, and how the UFC should build blue-chip heavyweight prospect Gable Steveson. Plus, the fellas take your matchmaking suggestions at the end of the show. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Following the chaotic ending to UFC 329, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and José Youngs react to Conor McGregor's injury, Max Holloway and Paddy Pimblett's wins, and more from Saturday's International Fight Week card. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ahead of Conor McGregor's return to the octagon after a five-year layoff to face Max Holloway in a rematch, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and José Youngs discuss the fight, a wild week in Las Vegas, Paddy Pimblett vs. Benoit Saint Denis, 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 Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Mac is back! On Saturday, Conor McGregor returns to the octagon after a five-year layoff, taking on Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 329 in Las Vegas. The bout is a rematch of their 2013 fight that McGregor won, but more than that, it’s a test to see what, if anything, McGregor has left to offer — and No Bets Barred is here to break it down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Luke Noseda, AKA Long Island Luke, of Morning Kombat, the Main Card Minute, and Prop Quiz to dive into all things UFC 329. Topics discussed include whether McGregor can recapture the magic against Holloway, whether Paddy Pimblett can win a fight against an elite lightweight, a surprisingly deep undercard, the latest update on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 159 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin preview UFC 329 including the long awaited comeback for Conor McGregor. What should we expect out of McGregor after five years away? Is this fight do or die for the former two-division champion? How does McGregor get it done on Saturday and what does this fight mean for Holloway? Plus we look at Paddy Pimblett vs. Benoit Saint Denis and so much more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's officially UFC 329 fight week, and that means the countdown to Conor McGregor's return to the #UFC octagon is down to its final days. McGregor faces Max Holloway in a rematch to cap off Saturday's massive event in Las Vegas, and a lot of the big questions that come from the fight are in the aftermath — where does either go with a win, or a loss this weekend? On an all-new special Monday edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses all things UFC 329, McGregor's long-awaited return following a five-year absence, what's at stake for Holloway in this rematch that he's heavily favored in, Paddy Pimblett facing Benoit. Saint Denis in the co-main event and how much of a must-win this fight is for him after his loss to Justin Gaethje earlier this year, other big stories ahead of the event and around the MMA news cycle, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The MMA Fighting team is back with Season 5 of its fantasy league! Who is set to star inside the octagon over the next six months? Will Conor McGregor return to the octagon with authority, or will Max Holloway get his revenge? Can Islam Makhachev retain his welterweight title, or is the other Irish MMA star set to break through? Plus, which under-the-radar standouts could fight more than once and produce the kinds of finishes that make the difference between winning and losing the league? Join the MMA Fighting staff as they select the 72 fighters they think are best poised to end 2026 with a bang. Follow Alexander K. Lee @AlexanderKLee Follow Damon Martin @DamonMartin Follow Jed Meshew @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck @MikeHeck_JR Follow Guilherme Cruz @guicruzzz 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The first half of 2026 for the UFC and the MMA world has been an interesting one to say the least, with big events, fights, newer promotions trying to make their mark, and more. With the halfway point of the year comes the usual report cards, standout storylines, and the awards that go with them. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, we discuss the best of the best — and potentially, the worst of the worst — thus far in 2026, is Justin Gaethje or Sean Strickland the fighter of the midyear, and other thoughts about the past six months. Additionally, topics may include the countdown to Conor McGregor's return to action when he faces Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 329, the card as a whole, multiple additions to the Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry headlined UFC 330 event, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck as he answers your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Dustin Poirier’s recent arrest for public drunkenness and the bodycam footage revealed from the arrest. Brown offers Poirier advice after he also retired from the sport and had to find something else to fill the void that fighting always provided. Plus we are now two weeks out from Conor McGregor’s return but are we more or less confident that he’s going to fight this time? All that and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rafael Fiziev is back on track after a highlight-reel knockout of Manuel Torres in the UFC Baku main event, but is he still in the contender picture or is time for the fan favorite to chase fun fights? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discusses what's next for the resurgent Fiziev and his hopes of getting the call for a "BMF" title fight. We also try to figure out what the matchmakers can do with the frequently underwhelming Shara "Bullet" Magomedov, who continues to win while leaving us wanting more. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for main card spoiler Matheus Camilo, Asu Almabayev after a dominant submission win over Charles Johnson, intriguing middleweights Ikram Aliskerov and Abus Magomedov, and more. Plus, your matchmaking suggestions following the UFC's return to Azerbaijan. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rafael Fiziev sent a reminder to UFC fans, and the rest of the lightweight division after a sensational knockout victory over surging contender Manuel Torres in the main event of Saturday's UFC Baku card. Now that Fiziev is back on track, what makes sense for him, and how do you think the new UFC Meta Ranking structure will reward him? Following the UFC Fight Night card, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck — along with a guest appearance from Alexander K. Lee — reacts to the event as a whole, Fiziev's spectacular performance, his callout for the BMF title, and what fights make sense. Additionally, they discuss some of the weirder moments on the card, another rough day for Herb Dean, Shara Bullet's win over Michel Pereira in the co-main event, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guess who's Baku? Baku again. On Saturday, the UFC returns to Azerbaijan for the second UFC Baku, this one headlined by a matchup between Rafael Fiziev and Manuel Torres with heavy implications at 155 pounds. But which lightweight is going to bring the flavor, and which one will throw his hands up in the air? Ahead of Saturday's event, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview Fiziev vs. Torres and debate which lightweight is the only one. Additionally, the team will discuss the co-main event between Shara Bullet and Michel Pereira, a few truly great undercard fights, answer viewer questions, and more. Tune in for the UFC Baku Preview Show. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dana White and the UFC finally revealed their new set of rankings, and people have had mixed reactions, with a lot of folks left scratching their heads after the launch earlier this week. Is the new Meta process the way to go, or will the promotion continue to have issues along the way? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to the new A.I. rankings structure and how things shifted. Additionally, topics include Dustin Poirier's arrest and the viral video that went along with it, Josh Hokit doubling down on his controversial post-fight interview following his UFC White House stoppage win, Manel Kape's knockout of Kyoji Horiguchi at UFC Vegas 119, UFC Baku headlined by Rafael Fiziev vs. Manuel Torres, Dricus du Plessis vs. Kamaru Usman finally announced as the UFC Oklahoma City main event, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is heading back to Baku. This Saturday, the UFC has its final show before a weeklong break, returning to the National Gymnastics Arena in Baku, Azerbaijan. In the main event, the UFC's biggest Azerbaijani star, Rafael Fiziev, looks to rebound from a difficult loss to Mauricio Ruffy when he takes on surging lightweight Manuel Torres, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to discuss all things UFC Baku, including whether Fiziev can find his form again, if Torres is a legitimate contender at 155 pounds, if this is the end for Michel Pereira, a few hidden gym fights on the card, the restart of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 158 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the UFC White House ratings as Jake Paul and Ronda Rousey take a victory lap for getting better numbers for the first ever MVP MMA event. Plus it sounds like Justin Gaethje is planning to fight again — is he making the right move or should he walk away while he’s still on top of the world? Also, Ian Machado Garry is getting his title shot against Islam Makhachev but does he have a great chance at pulling off the upset? All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Manel Kape and Kyoji Horiguchi finally ran it back — this time, inside the UFC octagon — and Kape was able to get one back from his pre-UFC days and more than likely punch his ticket to a flyweight title shot. The questions remain are when will Kape get his opportunity, and what's next for Horiguchi after UFC Vegas 119? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck discusses where Kape goes from another stoppage victory, and if he should be rooting for Joshua Van or Alexandre Pantoja more when the eventual championship rematch happens. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Navajo Stirling following his stoppage win over Ion Cutelaba in the co-main event, Christian Rodriguez following his first-round submission win in the featured bout, along with fellow main card winners Murtazali Magomedov, Vinicius Oliveira, and more. Plus, your matchmaking suggestions following the UFC's latest return to the Meta APEX. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Manel Kape has done more than enough to earn a title shot, especially after knocking out Kyoji Horiguchi in the main event of UFC Vegas 119 on Saturday night at the Meta APEX. While Kape's next bout is likely for gold, it's now a matter of when as fans await the highly-anticipated rematch between Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja. Will Kape get his shot in 2026? Following the UFC's latest Fight Night event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the card, Kape's big win over Horiguchi in a comeback, and how matchups with Van and Pantoja could go. Additionally, they recap Navajo Stirling's co-main event win over Ion Cutelaba and Stirling's ceiling in the division, other standout moments on the card, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC White House is over, so we're headed back to the APEX. On Saturday, the UFC returns to its personal arena for UFC Vegas 119, the chaser to the UFC's biggest event of the year. In the main event, Manel Kape and Kyoji Horiguchi rematch their 2017 RIZIN fight, but this time there are flyweight title implications on the line. Ahead of Saturday's event, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview Kape vs. Horiguchi 2 and debate whether Kape can get things done thins time. Additionally, the two discuss light heavyweight co-main event between Navajo Stirling and Ion Cutelaba, break down other key matchups on the card, answer viewer questions, and more. Tune in for the UFC Vegas 119 Preview Show. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC White House was the biggest event of the year, and one we'll talk about for a long time. Justin Gaethje scored one of the most impressive upsets ever, Alex Pereira is still fuming about Ciryl Gane beating him, and Josh Hokit went viral, for not the best reasons. And that's just the tip of the iceberg. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, Jed Meshew takes the reins to discuss UFC White House and the fallout from this week, turning the conversation into mostly a viewer Q&A. Topics discussed may include Gaethje's upset over Topuria, Gane's latest controversial win, Pereira's response to his loss, Conor McGregor's comeback, the finally official Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry fight, and more. Join MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew as he answers your questions all show long. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to everything that went down at the UFC White House card including Justin Gaethje’s stunning performance to dethrone Ilia Topuria in the main event. Should Gaethje fight again after that kind of win and where does Topuria go next following a brutal loss? Plus we’ll break down what happened between Ciryl Gane and Alex Pereira, grading the overall card and is it time to have that difficult conversation with Michael Chandler about calling it a career? All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC White House overdelivered in the expectation department on Sunday night in Washington, D.C., and it was capped off by an all-time performance by Justin Gaethje, as he pulled off the stunning upset of Ilia Topuria to win the undisputed lightweight title. It seems obvious where Gaethje and fellow new champ Ciryl Gane go, from the card, what's next for Topuria and Alex Pereira after stoppage losses on the White House lawn? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Gaethje and Topuria after their wild main event, along with Gane and Pereira after the interim champ's best performance of his career. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Sean O'alley following his knockout win over Aiemann Zahabi, Josh Hokit after stopping Derrick Lewis, along with fellow winners Mauricio Ruffy, Bo Nickal, and Diego Lopes. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Justin Gaethje did it. He actually did it. On Sunday night, Justin Gaethje closed the show at UFC White House in epic fashion, giving the American fans something to celebrate as he batter Ilia Topuria, claiming the undisputed lightweight title when Topuria's corner threw in the towel after the fourth round. It's the crown jewel in the career of the the most exciting fighter to ever step into a cage, and a performance that will be talked about for ages. Following UFC White House, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew reacts to Gaethje's epic upset win over Topuria. Additionally, Jed discusses Alex Pereira's failed attempt to become a three-division champion, Ciryl Gane's best performance, Sean O'Malley's return to form, and much more from the rest of the historic action at the biggest event of the year. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is really heading to the Oval Office. On Sunday, the long-awaited UFC White House card finally goes down in Washington, D.C., with a stacked seven-fight card live from the White House South Lawn. But what can we expect from this once-in-a-lifetime event? Undefeated lightweight champion Ilia Topuria takes on interim champion Justin Gaethje in a title unification bout, while Alex Pereira looks to become the first-ever three-division UFC champion when he fights Ciryl Gane for an interim heavyweight belt. Ahead of this weekend's action, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview all that entails, including breaking down all seven fights, discussing what happens if things go wrong, checking in on the overall vibes of the event with on-site correspondent José Youngs, answering viewer questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is headed to the White House. For real. After nearly a year of preparation, the most surreal MMA card of all time is actually set to take place, with seven high-profile fights going down on the South White House lawn. And of course, No Bets Barred is here to break them all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Luke Noseda, AKA Long Island Luke, of Morning Kombat and Main Card Minute to dive into all things UFC White House. Topics discussed include Ilia Topuria lightweight title unification bout with Justin Gaethje, Alex Pereira's chance to make history against Ciryl Gane, who on the rest of the card might be a live underdog, the latest step in The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 157 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The final countdown to UFC White House is on, and things are getting pretty heated between headliners Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje, with it getting pretty darn close to personal between the two fighters. Does the extra spiciness add to the anticipation levels for the historic event? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the big storylines to kick off a wild fight week, Topuria and Gaethje going back and forth, and if this helps either fighter. Additionally, topics may include Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane, Dana White predicting the card does Super Bowl like viewership on Sunday, the low-key fight on the card that's not getting enough love, RAF 10 headlined by the debut of Khamzat Chimaev against Dillon Danis on Saturday, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin make their picks and predictions for the entire UFC White House card. Does Justin Gaethje actually have a chance to beat Ilia Topuria? Brown gives his coaching advice on what Gaethje needs to do to win. Plus Dana White claims if Alex Pereira becomes a three-division champion with a win over Ciryl Gane that he becomes the greatest of all-time and jumps over Jon Jones on that mythical list. Is White just playing promoter or is there any merit to what he’s saying? All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gabriel Bonfim picked up the biggest win of his career in the main event of UFC Vegas 118, dominating former welterweight champion Belal Muhammad over five rounds to extend his already impressive win streak. Bonfim called out another former champion in Jack Della Maddalena after the victory. Is that the fight to make for Bonfim? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss where Bonfim goes from his main event win, and react to Muhammad losing his third straight. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Brendan Allen following his co-main event victory over Edmen Shahbazyan, Tom Nolan after his upset win over Fares Ziam, along with fellow main card winners Bryce Mitchell, Iwo Baraniewski, and more. Plus, the guys take a plethora of listener matchmaking suggestions before revealing broadcast plans for the UFC White House edition of the program. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gabriel Bonfim picked up the biggest win of his career, and made it look easy. As important as that was for the Brazilian fighter, the conversations and post-fight storylines are more about Belal Muhammad's downfall since winning the welterweight title, his three-fight losing skid, and where the former champ goes from another defeat inside the octagon. Following UFC Vegas 118, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Bonfim's victory and his post-fight callout, Muhammad's third straight loss, and if he should be concerned about his roster spot being in jeopardy. Additionally, they discuss Brendan Allen's Fight of the Night win over Edmen Shahbazyan, if the MVP of the card was Iwo Baraniewski or Bryce Mitchell, the road to UFC White House and potential concerns, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Song Yadong and Deiveson Figueiredo are about to throw down. Saturday morning, Song and Figueiredo square up in a bantamweight main event at Galazy Arena for UFC Macau. Both men are firmly entrenched in the UFC’s bantamweight top 10, but both men have lost to several other top contenders in the weight class, leaving both well away from a title shot. So, given that, what’s at stake when these two bantamweight bangers lock horns? Ahead of UFC Macau, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview Saturday’s main event matchup between Song and Figueiredo, and what a win or a loss means for either man. Additionally, Jed and AK discuss the co-main event stakes between Zhang Mingyang and Alonzo Menifield, the ranked heavyweight matchup between Sergei Pavlovich and Tallison Teixeira, the rest of the UFC Macau card, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
After months of building, and with both getting victories this past Saturday, Arman Tsarukyan and Colby Covington will battle on the wrestling mats in the main event of RAF 11. How big of a match can that be for RAF and in the combat sports world? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel recaps a busy weekend in combat, including RAF 09, Covington and Tsarukyan's wins, Merab Dvalishvili and Gable Steveson picking up victories in their promotional debuts, and the rise of the promotion overall. Additionally, topics include RAF setting up Ben Askren's return to action on July 18 against Belal Muhammad, the fallout from UFC Macau, Song Yadong's submission win over former champ Deiveson Figuiredo in the main event, Muhammad headlining Saturday's UFC Fight Night card at the APEX against Gabriel Bonfim, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and more as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Ronda Rousey’s latest comments saying she would demolish Holly Holm in a rematch but adding that she’s retired and the fight is never going to happen. Is Rousey just consistently shooting herself in the foot with these kinds of comments? Plus we talk about Eddie Hearn “daring” Dana White to release Tom Aspinall from his contract, Darren Till’s BKFC debut, Song Yadong’s big win and much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Song Yadong added another former UFC champion to his hit list with an impressive UFC Macau main event win over Deiveson Figueiredo, but how much closer does this push Song to a title shot? Is he just a notch below the elite or was this performance a sign he’s ready to take his game to another level? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee hosts solo, but not alone as the show’s brilliant listeners pitch in with a swarm of compelling fantasy bookings. Who makes sense for Song if he’s to stay on a championship track, and is there any way for Figueiredo to break out of this slump? Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Alonzo Menifield after he spoiled Zhang Mingyang’s homecoming, a surging Sergei Pavlovich, Kai Asakura after making a thrilling return to the bantamweight division, and more. Special thanks again to the OTTNO listeners for helping to carry the load this week. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Song Yadong is back, and in a big way. On Saturday morning, Song scored the biggest win of his MMA career, submitting two-time flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo in the main event of UFC Macau. With the win, Song keeps himself in the thick of the title chase at 135 pounds. But where does Song go from here, and is this the end of the road for “Figgy Smalls”? Following UFC Macau, MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew react to the Fight Night card, and Song’s big win, plus what might be next for Figueiredo. Additionally, the team discusses the fall of Zhang Mingyang, Sergei Pavlovich and Kai Asakura reactivating their destroyer modes, another bizarre Alex Perez moment, highlights from the prelims, and much more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Song Yadong and Deiveson Figueiredo are about to throw down. Saturday morning, Song and Figueiredo square up in a bantamweight main event at Galazy Arena for UFC Macau. Both men are firmly entrenched in the UFC’s bantamweight top 10, but both men have lost to several other top contenders in the weight class, leaving both well away from a title shot. So, given that, what’s at stake when these two bantamweight bangers lock horns? Ahead of UFC Macau, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview Saturday’s main event matchup between Song and Figueiredo, and what a win or a loss means for either man. Additionally, Jed and AK discuss the co-main event stakes between Zhang Mingyang and Alonzo Menifield, the ranked heavyweight matchup between Sergei Pavlovich and Tallison Teixeira, the rest of the UFC Macau card, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the MMA world getting more and more interesting these days, it's time for the return of Town Hall. Fresh off of their event in Brussels this past weekend, PFL CEO John Martin joins MMA Fighting's Mike Heck for a special Q&A. Fans will be able to ask questions throughout the show. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the controversial ending in the Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven match and if this is yet another black eye on the boxing industry. We’ll also discuss Colby Covington’s decision to retire from the UFC and how he’ll be remembered now that his fighting career is over. We’ll also talk about Conor McGregor’s comeback against Max Holloway — did the UFC set up him up for failure with this matchup in his first fight back in five years? Is it really do-or-die for Conor in this fight? All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to the viewership numbers, the MVP MMA card — headlined by Ronda Rousey's quick stoppage of Gina Carano — was a big success. Now what's next for MVP as they plan to continue on in the space moving forward, and how can they pull it off? On an all-new edition of BTL, the panel discusses the event itself, the fallout, the reaction from the MMA community, the numbers, the pros and cons, and more. Additionally, topics may include Dana White announcing Conor McGregor's return to action at UFC 329 in a rematch with Max Holloway, McGregor's chances in the fight, Colby Covington notifying the UFC of his retirement and what his legacy is in the sport, Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven coming up this weekend, other news and notes, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and more as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Ronda Rousey dispatching Gina Carano in just 17 seconds in the MVP MMA event. The result wasn’t a surprise but did Rousey prove anything with her comeback and now retiring off this win? Plus we’ll discuss where MVP goes from here after the first event on Netflix. Also Conor McGregor’s comeback is official as he faces Max Holloway in the UFC 329 main event but Brown is skeptical that the Irish superstar actually makes that walk. All this and much more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Arnold Allen got back in the win column by spoiling the first UFC main event spot for Melquizael Costa with fantastic showing int the main event of UFC Vegas 117. After his much-needed victory, where does "Almighty" go in the absolutely loaded featherweight division? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on the matchmaking hats following the UFC's latest Fight Night event, and discuss what's next for Allen after his win over Costa? Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Doo Ho Choi after his Fight of the Night stoppage win over Daniel Santos, Juan Diaz following his finish win over Malcolm Wellmaker, along with fellow main card winners Modestas Bukauskas, Bernardo Sopaj, Khaos Williams, and more. Plus, some listener suggestions and thoughts on the MVP MMA event on Saturday. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ronda Rousey got her fairytale ending. On Saturday night, Rousey returned to the cage after a nearly 10-year absence, headlining MVP’s first MMA event, and hoping to rewrite the sad ending to her historic MMA career, and she did just that, submitting Gina Carano with an armbar in just 17 seconds. But what does any of this mean for Rousey, MVP, and the sport of MMA? Following a historic night with MVP MMA 1, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Rousey’s quick win and where MVP MMA might go from here. Additionally, they discuss Mike Perry battering Nate Diaz, Francis Ngannou’s triumphant return, the rest of the Netflix card, plus even UFC Vegas 117 and the main event win for Arnold Allen. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Following Dana White's big announcement of Conor Mcgregor's return to action in a rematch against #maxholloway at UFC 329, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
After all these years, Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano are finally set to return to the cage. Two of the most important figures in the history of women’s MMA, Rousey and Carano headline Most Valuable Promotions’ first foray into MMA with a superfight broadcast on Netflix. The event is likely to be one of the biggest in the history of MMA, at least from a viewership standpoint, but what can we expect from two fighters who have been out of action for a combined 27 years? Ahead of Rousey vs. Carano, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview Saturday’s big event, discussing what success looks like for MVP MMA and Netflix. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss the main event fight between Rousey and Carano, the co-main event fight between Nate Diaz and Mike Perry, whether Philipe Lins stands any chance against Francis Ngannou, and the rest of the main card. Then, the MMA Fighting team switches over to UFC Vegas 117 talk and the main event between Arnold Allen and Melquizael Costa, before taking viewer questions. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 328 is in the books, and it was capped off by another upset championship win by Sean Strickland as he defeated Khamzat Chimaev to regain the UFC middleweight title. With so much being discussed in the aftermath of the fight on both sides, what's the biggest lingering question as it relates to Strickland and Chimaev, as well as the 185-pound division? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses Strickland's big win over Chimaev, where Strickland's all-time greatness stands in the division, and what's next for both fighters. Additionally, topics may include the rest of the storylines from UFC 328, Joshua Van's stoppage win over Tatsuro Taira in the co-main event to retain the flyweight title, Saturday's Rousey vs. Carano card headlined by Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano, Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry, what would be a success for the event, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano really are about to fight each other. This Saturday, the biggest MMA event of all time will take place when Rousey and Carano square off against each other at MVP MMA 1, broadcast on Netflix. Rousey has been out of the cage for nearly a decade, while Carano hasn’t fought in 17 years, raising the question, what exactly can we expect from these two WMMA pioneers on fight night? Well, No Bets Barred is here to tell you. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Alexander K. Lee to dive into all things MVP MMA 1. Topics discussed include how Rousey and Carano might look after the long layoffs, whether Nate Diaz should be an underdog to Mike Perry, Philipe Lins’ chances against Francis Ngannou, and the rest of the card. Then, the boys hop over to UFC Vegas 117 where they take a quick look at Arnold Allen vs. Melqi Costa, Daniel Santos vs. Doo Ho Choi, and more. Tune in for episode 156 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Sean Strickland’s upset win over Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 328. Did the judges get it right? And how will Chimaev do if he actually moves up to 205 pounds? Plus we’ll discuss the phenomenal fight between Joshua Van and Tatsuro Taira and preview the upcoming Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano card. What should we actually expect from the main event? And who wins between Nate Diaz and Mike Perry? All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this exclusive interview, Nate Diaz previews his upcoming fight against Mike Perry and why there hasn’t been any bad blood between them leading up to the Rousey vs. Carano card. Diaz also explains why he passed on a potential Conor McGregor trilogy but still expects that third fight to happen sometime in the future. Diaz also fires back at Charles Oliveria, his interest in returning to the UFC and he responds to Dustin Poirier after Poirier said he would come out of retirement only to fight Diaz. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sean Strickland. And Again. Once again in the familiar spot of being a massive underdog in a middleweight title fight, Strickland outlasted Khamzat Chimaev to win a split decision and claim the championship for a second time in the main event of UFC 328 on Saturday. Strickland now has a handful of options for his next challenger—including a potential rematch with Chimaev—so who gets their shot at the surefire UFC Hall of Fame inductee? And what in the world do we do with Chimaev after that bizarre performance? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss who should fight Strickland first in his second UFC title reign and whether Chimaev is going to move up to 205 pounds or stay put at 185. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Joshua Van coming off of his first successful title defense over Tatsuro Taira, where Taira goes from here, plus main card standouts Alexander Volkov, Sean Brady, and King Green, and more. Plus, the fellas take your matchmaking suggestions at the end of the show. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sean Strickland is a two-time UFC world champion, and he did it with another massive upset win in the challenger spot. Strickland handed Khamzat Chimaev his first ever loss, regaining the middleweight title in the main event of UFC 328. And now, where in the world does this division go? Following a memorable UFC 328 event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Strickland's stunning victory, how the fight played out, biggest surprises, and who gets first crack at Strickland in this new title reign. Additionally, they discuss Joshua Van's knockout win over Tatsuro Taira to defend the flyweight title and if the stoppage was too soon, big decision wins for Alexander Volkov and Sean Brady, bonus winners, Dana White's press conference, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland are set to solve one of the most heated rivalries in MMA history. On Saturday, the UFC returns to Newark for UFC 328, headlined by a middleweight title fight between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland, and also featuring a flyweight title tilt between Joshua Van and Tatsuro Taira. It’s a main event filled with bad blood, and a co-main event showcasing the future of the flyweight division, but who will leave Newark with gold on Saturday? Ahead of UFC 328, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview Saturday’s main event matchup between Chimaev and Strickland and debate how this ranks among the nastiest rivalries in UFC history. Additionally, Jed and AK break down the electric co-main event matchup and discuss what it means for the division, dive into the rest of the undercard, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The final countdown to UFC 328 is officially on, and this Saturday, the highly anticipated grudge match between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland for the middleweight title goes down in Newark, N.J. Despite all of the threats of pre-fight insanity, thus far, the paths of Chimaev and Strickland haven't crossed. Will they be able to keep the fighting in the cage, and if so, will it be competitive? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel previews the Chimaev vs. Strickland matchup, what's at stake besides the title, what happens if Strickland pulls off the upset, and if Chimaev leaves the division with a win. Additionally, topics may include other UFC 328 storylines, the Joshua Van vs. Tatsuro Taira championship co-main event, the UFC White House faceoffs, the new UFC White House belts, Carlos Prates' massive UFC Perth win, other bits of news and notes, and more. Plus, RAF co-founder Chad Bronstein joins the show to talk their big announcement today, and discuss promotional news and notes Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Khamzat Chimaev is set to make the first defense of his UFC middleweight title. This Saturday, the UFC returns to Newark, NJ for UFC 328, headlined by a pair of major title fights. In the main event, Khamzat Chimaev defends his newly-won middleweight title against former champion Sean Strickland, and in the co-main event, new flyweight champion Joshua Van makes the first defense if his belt against Tatsuro Taira. Will both new champions retain their titles or will new clood continue to reign? No Bets Barred is here to tell you. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Billy Ward of The Action Network to dive into all things UFC 328. Topics discussed include if Strickland has a chance to pull off another upset, whether the odds are right in Van vs. Taira, which underdogs are live throughout the rest of the card, The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 155 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @Psychoward586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss Carlos Prates dismantling Jack Della Maddalena at UFC Perth and Prates climbing the ladder for the most knockouts in welterweight history, which is a record Brown currently holds with 13. Plus we look ahead at UFC 328, Sean Strickland’s chances to dethrone Khamzat Chimaev and who becomes a bigger star with a win on Saturday? All this plus much more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Carlos Prates delivered the performance of a lifetime in the main event of UFC Perth on Saturday at RAC Arena, obliterating former champion Jack Della Maddalena before unleashing a vicious finish in the third round. "The Nightmare" wants a title fight, and appears willing to wait for it, but is that what the UFC will want? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss where Prates goes after the biggest win of his career, and second straight finish of a former champ. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Quillan Salkilld after stopping Beneil Dariush in the co-main event, Steve Erceg following his decision win over Tim Elliott in the flyweight featured bout, along with fellow main card winners Marwan Rahiki, Brando Pericic, Louie Sutherland, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Carlos Prates sent a strong message to the top of the UFC welterweight division, and the promotional brass, as he ran through Jack Della Maddalena in the main event of UFC Perth and he made it look easy doing it. Prates wants a title shot now, but will he get it in a loaded up 170-pound division? Following Saturdau's UFC Perth card at RAC Arena, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck reacts to the Fight Night event, Prates' phenomenal performance, if a title fight is next for "The Nightmare," or if anything else makes more sense. Additionally, topics include Quillan Salkilld's quick finish of Beneil Dariush in the co-main event, if we saw Dariush and Tai Tuivasa have their final UFC fights after Tuivasa's seventh straight loss, other standout moments, Yoel Romero's jaw-breaking win at Gamebred FC on Friday, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aljamain Sterling and Youssef Zalal are fighting for big stakes this weekend. On Saturday, the UFC returns to its stomping grounds, the META APEX, for UFC Vegas 116, headlined by a high-stakes featherweight matchup between former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling and surging contender Youssef Zalal. Sterling wants a featherweight title shot, while Zalal wants to take his place in the pecking order, but who leaves Las Vegas with a win? Ahead of UFC Vegas 116, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview Saturday’s main event matchup between Sterling and Zalal, and discuss whether the winner can leapfrog Movsar Evloev for the next featherweight title shot. Additionally, Jed and AK discuss the important (and somehow, not important) co-main event bout between Norma Dumont and Joselyne Edwards, rate the rest of the card, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jack Della Maddalena vs. Carlos Prates is the best fight of 2026. This Saturday, the UFC returns to RAC Arena in Australia for UFC Perth, headlined by a welterweight banger between former champion Jack Della Maddalena and rising contender Carlos Prates. It’s Della Maddalena’s first fight back since dropping the title to Islam Makhachev, and how will that affect the Aussie as he looks to get back on track? No Bets Barred is here to tell you. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Luke Noseda of Morning Kombat and Main Card Minute to dive into all things UFC Perth. Topics discussed include who should be favored in the main event, if Beneil Dariush stands any chance against Quillan Salkilld, the surprisingly competitive fight between Tim Elliott and Steve Erceg, The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 154 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alexander Volkanovski has options, and after his lopsided decision victory over Youssef Zalal at UFC Vegas 116, Aljamain Sterling wants his chance to fight for the featherweight title. Did "Funk Master" do enough to leapfrog Movsar Evloev, or will the UFC finally give Evloev his shot? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to Sterling's big win, what the title picture looks like, and how Sterling currently fits in. Additionally, topics may include Dana White's wild comments following the White House Correspondents' dinner incident over the weekend, reaction to Colby Covington's Swing Rounds debut and sharing a side of him people haven't seen in quite some time, UFC Perth this weekend headlined by former champ Jack Della Maddalena and Carlos Prates, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Dana White calling his experience at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner “f**king awesome” after a shooter stormed into the building and opened fire. Brown lived through a mass shooting in the past and he explains why what White said was just flat out disrespectful and wrong. We also talk about White’s seeming disinterest in the UFC lately as he puts more and more focus on Zuffa Boxing and other endeavors plus we talk Aljamain Sterling’s big win and much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aljamain Sterling wants his shot to become a two-division UFC champion. After dominating Youssef Zalal in the main event of Saturday's UFC Vegas 116 card at the Meta APEX, the former bantamweight titleholder has certainly made a case. Did "Funk Master" do enough to leapfrog Movsar Evloev earn the shot at Alexander Volkanovski for the featherweight strap? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Sterling following his lopsided decision win over Zalal to pick up his third win in his new division. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Joselyne Edwards after upsetting Norma Dumont in the co-main event, Rafa Garcia following his impressive win over Alexander Hernandez, along with other main card winners Davey Grant, Raoni Barcelos, Ryan Spann, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aljamain Sterling just gets better with age. On Saturday night, the 36-year-old former bantamweight champion continue his impressive run at 145 pounds, dominating Youssef Zalal in the main event of UFC Vegas 116. Sterling is now 3-1 at featherweight, with his lone loss being a close decision to Movsar Evloev, and given his pedigree, the question is, is Sterling next in line for Alexander Volkanovski? Following UFC Vegas 116, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee react to Sterling impressive performance and what it means for the featherweight title picture. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss Joselyne Edwards’ massive win over Norma Dumont, the rest of the UFC Vegas 116 card, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aljamain Sterling and Youssef Zalal are fighting for big stakes this weekend. On Saturday, the UFC returns to its stomping grounds, the META APEX, for UFC Vegas 116, headlined by a high-stakes featherweight matchup between former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling and surging contender Youssef Zalal. Sterling wants a featherweight title shot, while Zalal wants to take his place in the pecking order, but who leaves Las Vegas with a win? Ahead of UFC Vegas 116, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview Saturday’s main event matchup between Sterling and Zalal, and discuss whether the winner can leapfrog Movsar Evloev for the next featherweight title shot. Additionally, Jed and AK discuss the important (and somehow, not important) co-main event bout between Norma Dumont and Joselyne Edwards, rate the rest of the card, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Arman Tsarukyan side quest tour continues to pay dividends as he once again delivered a dominant win, and a viral moment at #RAF 08 against Urijah Faber. While everyone is enjoying the Tsarukyan show, UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria views the rising star the opposite way ahead of his title defense at UFC White House. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to another busy weekend in combat sports, Tsarukyan's big win in Philadelphia, Topuria's comments about him to Yahoo Sports, along with Mike Malott's big main event win at UFC Winnipeg, and Gilbert Burns calling it a career. Additionally, topics may include the upcoming UFC Vegas 116 card headlined by a pivotal featherweight matchup between former champ Aljamain Sterling and surging contender Youssef Zalal, Darren Till booking his first BKFC fight, Cory Sandhagen facing Mario Bautista in a rematch at UFC 329, Islam Makhachev teasing news, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
In what has become a yearly tradition, MMA Fighting celebrates the NFL Draft with our own Promotional Draft, selecting the biggest stars in combat sports to the four big promotions in the game right now. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon martin react to the latest from Ronda Rousey as she continues bashing the UFC and now even decided to take aim at reigning champion Kayla Harrison. Is Rousey making a mistake by just focusing on everybody but Gina Carano when it comes to promoting her return to action? Plus we discuss Dana White claiming that there’s nothing political about the UFC White House card and Brown gives his thoughts on Jiri Prochzaka saying he showed mercy to Carlos Ulberg in their title fight at UFC 327. All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mike Malott passed the test in his first-ever UFC main event. The Canadian contender scored the biggest win of his career Saturday at UFC Winnipeg, outworking one-time welterweight title challenger Gilbert Burns for two rounds before emphatically putting him away with a knockout combination in the third. With the win, Malott not only announced himself as a fighter worthy of a top 15 ranking, he also sent the esteemed Burns into retirement. Now, what is Malott’s path to a championship opportunity? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and special guest Jay Anderson of Cageside Press discuss how much Malott’s headlining win raised his ceiling and whether he can lock in a another veteran opponent next in his quest for gold. Additionally, future matchups are made for Malott’s fellow Canadians Charles Jourdain and Jasmine Jasudavicius, who also picked up important wins, the resurgent Jai Herbert, intriguing featherweight prospect Gauge Young, and more. All that plus a healthy heaping of picks from the listeners. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jay Anderson: @Cagesidepress 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mike Malott ended the long career of Gilbert Burns, stopping the former welterweight title challenger with strikes in the third round of the UFC Winnipeg main event. It’s the signature win that Malott has been looking for, but will it be enough to make him a legitimate contender at 170 pounds? Following UFC Winnipeg, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee react to Malott’s “Proper” entrance into the welterweight rankings and where he goes from here. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss Burn’s career and retirement, the rest of the UFC Winnipeg action, RAF 8, Arman Tsarukyan going wild again, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mike Malott headlines his first UFC event on home soil with the weight of the Canadian MMA world on his shoulders. The Ontario native headlines Saturday’s UFC Winnipeg event opposite one-time welterweight title challenger Gilbert Burns. We haven’t seen the best version of Burns for a while, with the Brazilian veteran having lost four straight fights, but he still presents Malott with his toughest challenge yet. Is Malott being set up to shine or could Burns be the reality check that puts a ceiling on his championship potential? Ahead of UFC Winnipeg, MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee and special guest Nick Baldwin preview Saturday’s main event matchup between Burns and Malott. Additionally, Nick gauges the vibes in Winnipeg with a lineup that has faced heavy criticism and predicts which of the nine Canadians competing on the card will leave with their hands raised and the crowd cheering their name. All that, plus a healthy round of fan questions. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Nick Baldwin: @NickBaldwinMMA 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 327 created some huge moments, capped off by Carlos Ulberg knocking out Jiri Prozhazka on one leg in the main event to win the UFC light heavyweight title. However, Ulberg's injury leads to an entirely different conversation for the division if he's out for an extended period of time. Following one of the best numbered UFC cards in quite some time, the panel reacts to some of the big moments, Ulberg's title win, and where the division goes from here on an all-new edition of Between the Links. Additionally, topics include Josh Hokit's ridiculous ascent after parlaying a pretty tough PR week into an incredible performance, a win, and two bonuses against Curtis Blaydes, MVP's New York City press conference promoting the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano card on Netflix, UFC Winnipeg and RAF 8 going head to head, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Carlos Ulberg captured the UFC light heavyweight title with a remarkable knockout of Jiri Prochazka in the main event of UFC 327. What made it so remarkable was the fact that Ulberg was badly injured, leaving him with just one working leg to compete on, and now that calls into question where the division goes if Ulberg is sidelined for a significant period of time. Where do the UFC 327 headliners go from Saturday night? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Ulberg after his title win, and injury in the main event, and where Prochazka goes after falling short in his bid to become a two-time champion. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Paulo Costa following his knockout win over Azamat Murzakanov, Dominick Reyes after his workmanlike decision win against Johnny Walker, along with a reaction to Josh Hokit's crazy fight with Curtis Blaydes, Cub Swanson's incredible swan song, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Carlos Ulberg is the the new UFC light heavyweight champion, and did so after severely injuring his knee and knocking out Jiri Prochazka with one working leg. As impressive as that feat is, it may not be the big story of UFC 327 in the aftermath. Following a wild event in Miami, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Ulberg's shocking knockout of Prochazka to win the title, who he could face next, and where the division could go if Ulberg is severely injured. Additionally, topics include the Josh Hokit vs. Curtis Blaydes Fight of the Year contender and Hokit being booked on the UFC White House card against Derrick Lewis, Paulo Costa's upset win over Azamat Murzakanov, the heartwarming swan song for Cub Swanson, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
A new light heavyweight champion will be crowned this weekend. On Saturday, the UFC returns to Kaseya Center in Miami for UFC 327, headlined by a fight between former champion Jiri Prochazka and surging contender Carlos Ulberg for the vacant light heavyweight title. Alex Pereira vacated his belt to move up to heavyweight and chase history, and now it falls to Prochazka and Ulberg to pick up the 205-pound division in his absence, but can they? Ahead of UFC 327, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview Saturday’s marquee matchup between Prochazka and Ulberg, and discuss whether the winner will feel like the true 205 champion. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss the co-main event between Azamat Murzakanov and Paulo Costa, the rise of Josh Hokit, Cub Swanson’s retirement, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC returns to Miami this Saturday for UFC 327, arguably the best card on paper for the organization this year. In the main event, Jiri Prochazka battles Carlos Ulberg for the vacant light heavyweight title. All things considered, who needs a victory more on Saturday night — Prochazka or Ulberg? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the main event title fight on this weekend's numbered event, the stakes attached, it Alex Pereira could be persuaded to return to 205 based on who wins, and how it could all go down. Additionally, topics may include other storylines, Michael Bisping's recent comments about MMA Fighting, Mike Perry reacting to Dave Feldman, BKFC signing Darren Till, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jiri Prochazka is once again challenging for the light heavyweight title. This Saturday, the UFC returns to Miami for UFC 327, headlined by a fight for the vacant light heavyweight title between Prochazka and Carlos Ulberg. With Alex Pereira off to heavyweight, Prochakza and Ulberg both have the opportunity to establish themselves as the face of 205 pounds, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Luke Noseda of Morning Kombat and Main Card Minute to dive into all things UFC 327. Topics discussed include which light heavyweight will walk away with gold on Saturday, the new co-main event bout between Azamat Murzakanov and Paulo Costa, Josh Hokit's opportunity to make a big jump, Cub Swanson's retirement, the newest version of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 153 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss Nate Diaz revealing that he turned down more money to return to the UFC to fight Conor McGregor to instead face Mike Perry as part of the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano card. Brown admits he’s skeptical about Diaz’s statement plus we look ahead at UFC 327 including Jiri Prochazka looking to become a two-time light heavyweight champion in his main event showdown against Carlos Ulberg plus much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Renato Moicano is still money. In the main event of UFC Vegas 115, Moicano reminded Chris Duncan there are levels to this game as he dominated and submitted the fast-rising lightweight to get back in the win column and hold on to his spot in the rankings. “Money Moicano” is never short of options and he seems to know what he wants, but what do the matchmakers have in store for the veteran contender? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee figure out what to do with the always reliable Moicano as he looks to maximize his profits and opportunities in the latter stage of his career. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Virna Jandiroba after she fended off Tabatha Ricci in the co-main event, plus what’s next for Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev, Ethyn Ewing, Tommy McMillen, and Jose Delano after all four impressed on the main card. Plus the usual assortment of brilliant listener picks. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Renato Moicano not only dominated and finished Chris Duncan in the main event of UFC Vegas 115, he made it look incredibly easy while doing it. Now that "Money" snapped a two-fight skid, where does Moicano go from here —and could Paddy Pimblett be next? Following Saturday's UFC Fight Night event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the card, Moicano's second round submission victory, his wild post-fight interview, and eventual callout of Brian Ortega for his next fight. Additionally, topics include Virna Jandiroba's dominant win over Tabatha Ricci in the co-main event, Ethyn Ewing's phenomenal showing against Rafael Estevam, Tommy MacMillen's UFC debut win in a glorified squash match and the ceiling of the Sean O'Malley protege, the wild refereeing in the Dione Barbosa vs. Melissa Gatto fight, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s a battle of teammates as the UFC returns to the Meta APEX this weekend. On Saturday, Renato Moicano and Chris Duncan face off in the main event of UFC Vegas 115, with a lightweight ranking on the line. Moicano and Duncan are very familiar with each other, with both men training out of American Top Team, and even sharing a sauna together in preparation for this weekend’s event, so the question remains, what kind of fight can we expect from these two come Saturday? Ahead of UFC Vegas 115, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview Saturday’s main event matchup between Moicano and Duncan. Additionally, Meshew and Lee debate if this is the worst UFC event of all time (on paper), break down the co-main event bout between Virna Jandiroba and Tabatha Ricci, highlight any bright spots on the undercard, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
This past Saturday, the UFC, RAF, and PFL all put on events at the same time. In the main event of UFC Seattle, Joe Pyfer put Israel Adesanya away in the second round with brutal ground-and-pound, handing the former champ his fourth straight loss in the process. Is Pyfer getting enough credit for the biggest win of his career? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel recaps Pyfer's big win to cap off the best UFC card of 2026 to date, and discuss where both guys go from here. Additionally, topics include the fallout of RAF 7, Arman Tsarukyan's main event win over Georgio Poullas, Colby Covington getting a tech fall win over Dillon Danis in the co-main event, the buzz RAF continues to get, the UFC heading back to the Meta APEX this weekend headlined by Renato Moicano vs. Chris Duncan, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Israel Adesanya suffering a fourth straight loss after he was finished by Joe Pyfer at UFC Seattle. Is it time for Adesanya to consider retirement or should he return to fight again? Plus we’ll discuss rumored opponents for both Conor McGregor and Islam Makhachev as they plan to return in the summer and much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Joe Pyfer has arrived. The middleweight prospect officially made the leap to contender with an impressive second-round knockout of two-time champion Israel Adesanya in the main event of UFC Seattle. Pyfer appears to be in top form as he rides a four-fight win streak into his next matchup, but who should be next to test whether he is worthy of being in the title conversation? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and special guest Jed Meshew discuss how high Pyfer should aim in the rankings and whether Adesanya should even fight again after suffering a fourth straight loss. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Alexa Grasso after scoring one of the most brutal finishes in recent memory over Maycee Barber in the co-main event, what to do with rising veterans Lerryan Douglas and Yousri Belgaroui, and how to best utilize the singular skills of Terrance McKinney. All that, plus Jed gives a breakdown of the action at RAF 7 and PFL Pittsburgh, and the listeners do more than pitch in with a swarm of compelling matchup picks. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Joe Pyfer has arrived. On Saturday, Pyfer scored the biggest win of his MMA career, stopping former two-time middleweight champion Israel Adesanya in the main event of UFC Seattle. The win not only launches Pyfer into the UFC’s Top 10, but it also raises serious questions about the fighting future for one of this generation’s greatest champions. Following UFC Seattle, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee react to Pyfer’s big win over Adesanya, and what the future holds for “The Last Stylebender.” Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss whether UFC Seattle was the event of the year thus far, Alexa Grasso’s sensational finish, what the future holds for Maycee Barber, Michael Chiesa’s retirement, a plethora of other finishes and wild outcomes from the undercard, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Israel Adesanya is on the worst run of his MMA career. Can he turn things around against Joe Pyfer this weekend? On Saturday, Adesanya takes on Pyfer in the main event of UFC Seattle, looking to stop a three-fight skid and return to the mix at 185 pounds. Meanwhile, after suffering his first UFC loss to Jack Hermansson, Pyfer has put together three consecutive wins and now hopes to insert himself into the thick of the title picture with a win over a two-time champion. Ahead of UFC Seattle, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview Saturday’s main event matchup between Adesanya and Pyfer. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss the co-main event bout between Alexa Grasso and Maycee Barber, Michael Chiesa’s retirement fight against Niko Price, the other biggest fights from the undercard, RAF 7, PFL Pittsburgh, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC Seattle takes place this Saturday in The Emerald City, headlined by a middleweight matchup between Israel Adesanya and Joe Pyfer, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Billy Ward of The Action Network to dive into all things UFC Seattle. Topics discussed include how confident Jed and Billy are about where Adesanya is at this stage of his career, whether Maycee Barber can get revenge against Alexa Grasso in the co-main event, Michael Chiesa's retirement fight against Niko Price, a few hot shot prospects and entertaining matchups on the prelims, Jed's favorite bet of 2026, the Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 152 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @PsychoWard586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Israel Adesanya plans to make a big statement in the main event of UFC Seattle on Saturday, but Joe Pyfer is standing in his away as the former two-time champ looks to get back to his winning ways. Is this a must-win, do-or-die fight for "The Last Stylebender?" On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel breaks down the stakes in the Adesanya vs. Pyfer headliner this weekend, and where Adesanya goes — win or lose. Additionally, topics include Movsar Evloev's big win at UFC London and if he's the frontrunner to face Alexander Volkanovski next, the full card being revealed for the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano card on Netflix, RAF 7 headlined by the rematch between Arman Tsarukyan and Georgio Poullas and Colby Covington vs. Dillon Danis, PFL heading to Pittsburgh this weekend with Johnny Eblen facing Bryan Battle, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions about those talking points, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the news that Nate Diaz signed to fight Mike Perry at the upcoming Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano card and if it’s possible missing out on some of these huge matchups has the UFC contemplating a change in fighter pay? Brown doesn’t buy it. Plus we preview UFC Seattle and Israel Adesanya potentially facing a do-or-die situation in his main event against Joe Pyfer plus much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After his majority decision win over Lerone Murphy in the main event of UFC London, Movsar Evloev called for his shot at the UFC featherweight title and Alexander Volkanovski. Moments later, Volkanovski obliged, accepting the undefeated fighter's challenge. But with the UFC's head-scratching matchmaking practices as of late, should Evloev be concerned he could get leapfrogged again? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck discusses what could — and should — be next for Evloev after his hard fought victory over Murphy. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Luke Riley following his co-main event win over Michael Aswell, Michael Page after his win over Sam Patterson in the lackluster featured bout, along with other main card winners Iwo Baraniewski, Christian Leroy Duncan, Danny Silva, and more. Plus, the listeners get their say with their matchmaking submissions on the second half of the program. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Movsar Evloev picked up the biggest win of his career in the main event of UFC London as he defeated Lerone Murphy, handing the latter his first MMA loss in the process. While the fight was ultra-competitive, and included a rare point deduction for Evloev, a lot of people feel the judges got it wrong — and that it should've been a draw, or a win for Murphy. Following UFC London, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the Fight Night card, Evloev's win and the scorecards, how the commentary was during the fight, and if Evloev will get a title shot against Alexander Volkanovski after the win. Additionally, topics include Luke Riley's co-main event win, the lackluster featured bout between Michael Page and Sam Patterson and if it was one of the worst fight's in UFC history, the incredible Mason Jones vs. Axel Sola Fight of the Year contender, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC London is headlined by a massive featherweight matchup between Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy. Is Alexander Volkanovski and the #UFC featherweight title next for the winner? Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee as they preview the card, the main event, 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Blockbuster news in the MMA world as MVP's entry into the space added a matchup between Nate Diaz and Mike Perry to the lineup headlined by Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano. While the May 16 event hasn't happened yet, MVP has stolen the headlines. With the card on paper as is so far, are they positioned to be the No. 2 MMA promotion right now? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the impact of the Rousey vs. Carano card, the addition of Diaz vs. Perry, what it means for the space, and how the UFC will react — if at all. Additionally, topics include a massive performance for Kevin Vallejos this past Saturday at UFC Vegas 114, Saturday's UFC London event headlined by a huge featherweight matchup between Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy, Colby Covington's public gripes with the UFC, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions about those topics, and more all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s an MMA double header this weekend. This Saturday, the UFC returns to the O2 Arena for another edition of UFC London, this time headlined by a possible featherweight title eliminator between undefeated contenders Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy. It’s possibly the best fight the UFC has put together so far in 2026, and the stakes are high, with the winner being in prime position to challenge Alexander Volkanovski for the 145 title. But before that, we’ve got 13 other UFC fights, and PFL Madrid on Friday, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, Jed Meshew flies solo to dive into this big MMA weekend. Topics discussed include a big breakdown for Evloev vs. Murphy, why Michael “Venom” Page is back at welterweight against Sam Patterson, a couple of live dogs on the undercard, the best action on Friday at PFL Madrid, the latest step in The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 151 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the news that Khamzat Chimaev is facing Sean Strickland in the UFC 328 main event plus we discuss Ronda Rousey’s sudden disdain towards the UFC and if she’s actually being sincere with her criticism plus much more … Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most Valuable Promotions dropped a bombshell on Monday, announcing they've added a welterweight matchup between Nate Diaz and Mike Perry to their May 16 event on Netflix, headlined by Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano. With all of the chatter about the UFC White House lineup, did MVP just dunk on the UFC with this addition? Following Monday's breaking news, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the Diaz vs. Perry fight, if it was the bout the make, the opening odds, and if there are any concerns on the Diaz side in his return to MMA. Additionally, topics include if this card is better than UFC White House, if they need to add any more fights featuring big names, how the UFC and Dana White could respond, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kevin Vallejos is on a roll. The rising featherweight star made short work of respected veteran Josh Emmett in Saturday’s UFC Vegas 114 main event, and the sky looks to be the limit for Vallejos going forward. A number of notable names make sense for him now, what’s the best option for the 24-year-old super prospect? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what could be next for Vallejos after a career-best performance. Additionally, we determine whether Gillian Robertson has done enough to secure a strawweight title shot after outworking Amanda Lemos, plus future matchups are discussed for budding featherweight talents Jose Miguel Delgado and Marwan Rahiki, the mercurial Ion Cutelaba, the always game Charles Johnson, and more. All that and a slew of fantastic matchmaking suggestions from the listeners. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC Vegas 114 was a really fun card, and it was capped off by Kevin Vallejos running over Josh Emmett with ease in the main event. How far can Vallejos go in a loaded UFC featherweight division, and was Saturday's Fight Night card at the Meta APEX the best event of 2026 thus far? Following the event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Vallejos' spectacular performance over Emmett, what could be next for "El Chino," and weigh in on whether or not Emmett had his final UFC fight. Additionally, topics include Gillian Robertson's co-main event win over Amanda Lemos and if a title shot is next, the wild Marhan Rahiki vs. Harry Hardwick and Vitor Petrino vs. Steven Asplund fights, other standout performances from the event, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Saturday, Emmett and Vallejos square off in the main event of UFC Vegas 114, the UFC’s return to the APEX following UFC 326. It’s Emmett’s first fight since losing to Youssef Zalal at UFC 320, and it presents a crossroads moment for the longtime veteran’s career. With a win, Emmett is back in the mix at 145 pounds, a loss marks five defeats in six outings, and could mark the end of the 41-year-olds UFC tenure. Vallejos, meanwhile, is the new prospect to watch at 145 and poised to make a meteoric rise up the rankings if he can beat Emmett. Ahead of UFC Vegas 114, MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew preview Saturday’s event and discuss if this is the last ride for Emmett in the UFC. Additionally, Lee and Meshew discuss the co-main event bout between Gillian Robertson and Amanda Lemos, the other fights to watch on the undercard, react to the UFC White House fights and other recent fight announcements, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dana White announced that Khamzat Chimaev defends the middleweight title against Sean Strickland in the main event of #UFC328, and many other big fights. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck for a reaction to the big news. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
After months and months of speculation, the UFC White House card was finally announced, and in the main event, Ilia Topuria battles Justin Gaethje in lightweight championship unification bout. In the co-main event, Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane fight for the interim heavyweight title. After a mixed bag reaction, how does the card stack up overall? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to the White House lineup that was announced during the UFC 326 broadcast, the two title fights, what was missing, and what was surprising. Additionally, topics may include the ongoing Jon Jones vs. Dana White saga after Jones was snubbed of a White House spot, the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference, Francis Ngannou being added to the card after his release from PFL, Charles Oliveira dominating Max Holloway and the future of the BMF title, Colby Covington vs. Dillon Danis added to RAF 7, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the UFC White House card announcement and if this event is underwhelming based on the promises made by the promotion. Was Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje the best main event possible? Plus we’ll talk about Francis Ngannou signing with MVP to compete on the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano card and Charles Oliveira mauling Max Holloway in the UFC 326 main event plus much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Charles Oliveira is the new UFC “BMF” champion after a delivering a suffocating performance against Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 326 on Saturday night in Las Vegas. Despite claiming the shiny silver belt with a dominant showing, Oliveira’s win was not heavily praised by the fan base. So where do both fighters go after the event? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Oliveira and Holloway following UFC 326. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Caio Borralho after sweeping the scorecards against Reiner de Ridder in the co-main event, Raul Rosas Jr. following his workmanlike win over Rob Font, along with main card bonus winners Drew Dober and Gregory Rodrigues, and more. Plus, the fellas take your matchmaking suggestions at the end of the show. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Charles Oliveira delivered a workmanlike style to a BMF title fight, and that led to a one-sided smothering of Max Holloway to capture the title belt on Saturday at UFC 326. Unfortunately, as impressive as the performance was, the fan base was not overly thrilled by how the fight went down, which capped off — outside of a few highlights — a sluggish event. However, fans finally got the UFC White House card announcement, and even that has been met with a mixed bag. Following Saturday's event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew recap Oliveira's BMF title win, if the UFC should put the title on ice for a little while, where both fighters go from here, and why Oliveira deserves some blame from the backlash. Additionally, they discuss other moments from the card, react to the long-awaited UFC White House announcement, the Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje main event, how the card stacks up overall, the UFC's effort in 2026 thus far, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira are set to author another chapter in BMF title history. On Saturday, Holloway and Oliveira square off for the BMF title in the main event of UFC 326, in Las Vegas. The bout is a rematch of a 2015 featherweight fight that failed to deliver on expectations. Since then, both have gone on to put together Hall of Fame careers, winning titles and setting records, and now they return to the matchup to give the fans the fight we never got the first time, but are they fighting for even more than that? MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview UFC 326 and discuss what’s on the line for Holloway and Oliveira on Saturday night aside from the BMF belt. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss where the two main event fighters rank all-time, how Caio Borralho and Reinier de Ridder stack up in the co-main event, whether Raul Rosas Jr. can break into the Top 15 against Rob Font, the cornucopia of Codys on the prelims, UFC White House rumors, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
This Saturday, the UFC returns with its third numbered event of 2026, UFC 326, headlined by a BMF title fight between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira. Two of the most accomplished fighters competing in the UFC today, it's a bout between future Hall of Famers, where legacies, and possibly title shots, may be defined. And No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, Jed Meshew is joined by Luke Noseda, AKA Long Island Luke, from Morning Kombat and The Main Card Minute, to dive into all things UFC 326. Topics discussed include how competitive the main event between Holloway and Oliveira will be, why the odds are so long in the co-main event between Caio Borralho and Reinier de Ridder, if this is Raul Rosas Jr.’s breakout moment, which undercard action is worthwhile and which is just filler, a new Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 150 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC's BMF title is on the line as fan-favorites Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira battle in a highly anticipated rematch this Saturday in the main event of UFC 326. With this weekend's card lacking depth, does it even matter with the main event being what it is? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel talks UFC 326, the Holloway vs. Oliveira rematch, and some of the other big storylines to keep an eye on. Additionally, topics include Dana White saying the entire UFC White House card will be announced this week and what bouts could take place, Arman Tsarukyan punching Georgio Poullas after their match at RAF 6 and the weirdness of a grappling match between the two being announced, and abruptly cancelled, Aljamain Sterling's electric promo to MMA Fighting after his RAF win over Benson Henderson, and much more. Plus, Mike and Jed take part in their UFC 326 draft for Saturday's Watch Party. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss Arman Tsarukyan punching Georgio Poullas after their match at RAF 6 and if his outburst that led to a wild brawl erupting could potentially prevent Tsarukyan from getting a UFC title shot. We’ll also react to the news that Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira is the leading candidate to headline the UFC White House card plus we’ll look ahead to Max Holloway vs. Charles Oliveira and the UFC 326 fight card on Saturday. All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lone’er Kavanagh proved once again that fortune favors the bold. Now what does his future hold? Saturday’s UFC Mexico event concluded with Kavanagh putting on a career-best performance to win a decision over two-time flyweight champion Brandon Moreno. Kavanagh made the most of a short-notice opportunity and is now poised to climb even higher in the rankings, but how quickly should the matchmakers push the budding prospect? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and special guest Jed Meshew discuss what's next for Kavanagh now that he’s landed firmly in the top 10 of his division. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for David Martinez, who defeated tough veteran Marlon Vera in the co-main event, the inimitable King Green after his upset knockout of Daniel Zellhuber, plus we do our best to find dance partners for up-and-coming fighters Edgar Chairez, Imanol Rodriguez, and Santiago Luna, and more. All that and a big assist from the listener picks. Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Arman Tsarukyan did it again. On Saturday night at RAF 6, Tsarukyan wrestled influencer Georgio Poullas in a bout that quickly turned chaotic. Tsarukyan and Poullas got extremely physical during the wrestling match, with the referee repeatedly being forced to intervene as the bout blurred the lines between wrestling and Powerslap. Then, immediately after Tsarukyan won the match, he tackled Poullas and punched him, leading to a massive brawl in the arena. It was another instance of Tsarukyan letting his temper get the best of him, and will it once again lead to the UFC benching him in the lightweight title picture? Not only was Tsarukyan’s outburst wild, it also overshadowed the UFC Mexico event, where Lone’er Kavanagh stepped in on short notice to handle Brandon Moreno in the main event, delivering the best performance of his career as he beat up the former two-time champion over 25 minutes. Fresh off a vicious KO loss, Kavanagh rebounded as well as possible, and is now a real player in the flyweight title picture. Following RAF 6 and UFC Mexico, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew react to both events, Arman’s big outburst, Kavanagh’s sensational showing, whether Moreno still has title aspirations, King Green turning back the clock, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brandon Moreno is back in Mexico, and this time his back is against the wall. On Saturday, Moreno takes on short-notice replacement Lone’er Kavanagh in the main event of UFC Mexico, at a pivotal moment in the two-time flyweight champion’s career. Moreno is just 2-3 over his past five fights in the UFC, and coming of the first stoppage loss of his professional career, a TKO to Tatsuro Taira in December. Does Moreno still have what it takes to make it back to the title he once held? MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew preview UFC Mexico and what’s at stake for Moreno and Kavanagh in Saturday’s main event. Additionally, Lee and Meshew discuss whether Chito Vera will finally be more aggressive when he takes on David Martinez, whether Daniel Zellhuber can make up for his loss to Michael Johnson by beating King Green, standout undercard fights, the freshly announced Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven boxing match, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is back in Mexico City. This Saturday, the UFC returns Arena CDMX for another fight card in Mexico’s capital city, headlined by a flyweight matchup between former two-time champion Brandon Moreno and rising contender Lone’er Kavanagh. Moreno was originally set to fight Asu Almabayev, but after Almabayev pulled out of the event on just a few weeks’ notice, Kavanagh was pulled from his scheduled bout against Bruno Silva to step in, creating an unexpected main event, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to dive into all the action at this weekend’s event. Topics discussed include where Moreno is in his career, how the short-notice might affect Kavanagh, whether or not Chito Vera will actually try to do stuff in the co-main event against David Martinez, if Daniel Zellhuber can start to live up to his potential, a ton of Contender Series prospects making their debuts, a three-headed Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 149 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Following UFC Houston, Sean Strickland may have put himself in a position to fight Khamzat Chimaev for the middleweight title. Nassourdine Imavov views it differently after his five-fight win streak. Did Strickland do enough to get another crack at UFC gold? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the fallout from the UFC's return to the Lone Star State, who should get the shot between Strickland and Imavov, and if it will even matter with Chimaev teasing a move up to light heavyweight. Additionally, topics may include the Dana White vs. Eddie Hearn story writing another chapter after Conor Benn signed with Zuffa Boxing, Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao 2 being signed for Netflix, UFC Mexico headlined by Brandon Moreno vs. Lone'er Kavanagh, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long on a special Wednesday edition of the program. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the news that Ronda Rousey is coming back to face Gina Carano in a fight on Netflix. Did the UFC mess up not booking this fight? Is this actually a fight MMA fans are interested in watching? Plus we’ll discuss Zuffa Boxing signing Conor Benn away from Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing and if the reported terms of the deal might upset some UFC fighters enough to make some bigger financial demands. All this and much more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sean Strickland entered UFC Houston as a sizable underdog, but he delivered, quite possibly, the best performance of his entire career stopping Anthony Hernandez in the third round of their middleweight main event matchup. Where does Strickland go, and could it be ahead Nassourdine Imavov in the title conversation? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Strickland after his spectacular performance at Saturday's UFC Fight Night card over Hernandez. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Uros Medic after his thrilling knockout of Geoff Neal in the co-main event, Melquizael Costa following his highlight-reel finish of Dan Ige in the featured bout, along with fellow main card winners Serghei Spivac, Jacobe Smith, Michel Pereira, 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sean Strickland delivered a big-time performance after a year on the sidelines, dominating and stopping the surging Anthony Hernandez in the main event of UFC Houston. Strickland called out middleweight champ Khamzat Chimaev after the fight, but did he do enough to leapfrog Nasourdine Imavov? Following the UFC Fight Night event in Houston, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee react to the card as a whole, Strickland's performance in the win, Hernandez's showing in the loss and if he's out of the title hint for good, and if Strickland locked up a title shot. Additionally, they discuss Uros Medic's incredible finish in the co-main event, Melquizael Costa stopping Dan Ige for his fifth win in less than a year, the ending of Jacobe Smith's brutal knockout of Josiah Harrell, referee blunders, 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sean Strickland and Anthony Hernandez are set to do battle as the UFC heads back to Texas. On Saturday, UFC Houston goes down at Toyota Center, headlined by a middleweight matchup between former champion Strickland and surging contender “Fluffy” Hernandez, with middleweight title implications on the line. Strickland is a popular former champion coming off a win over Paulo Costa, and has already laid the seeds for a fight with current champion Khamzat Chimaev, while Hernandez has won eight in a row, positioning himself as one of 185’s biggest bogeymen, but can either surpass top contender Nassourdine Imavov with a standout performance on Saturday? MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview UFC Houston and what’s at stake between Strickland and Hernandez. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss Strickland’s controversial pre-fight comments, the banger of a co-main event between Geoff Neal and Uros Medic, Melqi Costa’s rising star, Dan Ige’s status as a featherweight litmus test, the undercard bouts they’re most excited for, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano have stolen the combat sports news cycle this week as they are set to compete in an MMA bout in May, live on Netflix. The fight as people split down the middle in terms of interest, but will it be one of the biggest fights of 2026? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to the matchmaking, MVP getting into the MMA game, and if the UFC should be concerned. Additionally, topics may include Sean Strickland's ugly rant ahead of his UFC Houston main event matchup with Anthony Hernandez, what is at stake for both fighters, the quality of the UFC Fight Night card, Dana White vs. Eddie Hearn in the boxing space, what White's reaction might be to Rousey vs. Carano, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano are BACK, as they face each other in an MMA bout under the MVP banner in May on Netflix. Following the massive news, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee give their reactions. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the abysmal state of the UFC heavyweight division and what can be done to fix it. Could just a couple of moves actually fix what has become one of the worst weight classes in the sport? Plus we’ll talk about rumors that Islam Makhachev is likely to face Ian Machado Garry next and if that’s the right move for that division? Plus Brown previews his fighter Josiah Harrell making his UFC debut on one week’s notice. All that and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There was a full combat sports slate last weekend with UFC Vegas 113, PFL Dubai, and BKFC Knucklemania 6 all going down on Saturday. In the UFC, Mario Bautista throttled Vinicius Oliveira, Kyoji Horiguchi stamped himself as a legitimate flyweight contender by schooling Amir Albazi, and Rizvan Kuniev and Jailton Almeida had one of the worst fights you'll ever see—leading to Almeida’s release this week. Meanwhile, Usman Nurmagomedov delivered a dominant win over Alfie Davis in PFL, and Andre Arlovski turned back the clock one more time to claim the BKFC heavyweight title. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to UFC Vegas 113, PFL Dubai, and Knucklemania 6. Topics discussed include whether this win changes things for Bautista, whether Horiguchi deserves a title shot next, what to make of Almeida’s release and whether the UFC should keep the heavyweight division, where Nurmagomedov ranks in the lightweight division, Arlovski's career longevity, other news and notes, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew, Alexander K. Lee, and José Youngs as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Dana White’s testimony in the UFC antitrust lawsuit where he confessed that he no longer deals with any fighter contracts or negotiations and rarely gets involved in matchmaking for the UFC. We’ll also discuss the hype surrounding the UFC White House main event and how fans might be in for a surprise when the final card is announced. All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mario Bautista picked up a massive win in his first UFC main event on Saturday, and after dominating and submitting Vinicius Oliveira, Bautista called for a rematch with Cory Sandhagen. Will Bautista get his wish, or will the UFC go in a different direction? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what could be next for Bautista after running through Oliveira in the main event of UFC Vegas 113. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Kyoji Horiguchi following his lopsided win over Amir Albazi in the co-main event, Rizvan Kuniev after defeating Jailton Almeida in the heavyweight featured bout, along with fellow main card winners Michal Oleksiejczuk, Farid Basharat, Dustin Jacoby, and more. Plus, the guys take listener matchmaking suggestions following the UFC's first trip to the Meta Apex in 2026. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mario Bautista delivered the goods in his first UFC main event, while Andrei Arlovski became a BKFC world champion in his first opportunity to capture promotional gold. Following a very busy Saturday in the combat sports world, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to UFC Vegas 113, Bautista's impressive performance against Vinicius Oliveira, where Bautista goes from here, the rough watch that was Rizvan Kuniev vs. Jailton Almeida and the state of the heavyweight division, and more from the UFC's return to the newly-branded Meta Apex. Additionally, they discuss BKFC's KnuckleMania 6, Arlovski's dominant title win over Ben Rothwell, the good and the bad from the promotion's annual bare-knuckle extravaganza, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
For the first time in 2026, the UFC is heading to the APEX. On Saturday, UFC Vegas 113 goes down in the fight capital of the world, headlined by a Top-15 bantamweight matchup between Mario Bautista and Vinicius Oliveira. It’s a bit of a comedown for the UFC after kicking off 2026 with back-to-back numbered events, but can Bautista and Lok Dog give the fans the excitement that was missing from last weekend’s event? MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview UFC Vegas 113 and what’s at stake between Bautista and Oliveira. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss the significance of the co-main event between Kyoji Horiguchi and Amir Albazi, the numerous weight misses for undercard bouts, what fights are likely to steal the show on Saturday, PFL Dubai, BKFC’s Knucklemania, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is finally in the new and improved APEX. This Saturday, the UFC returns to its flagship venue, the Meta APEX, for UFC Vegas 113, headlined by a ranked bantamweight matchup between Mario Bautista and Vinicius Oliveira. It’s the UFC’s first event in the APEX in nearly two months, and the first since the venue got overhauled to add more seats, and No Bets Barred is here to break the action down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to discuss the biggest fights at UFC Vegas 113. Topics discussed include a brief recap of UFC 325, the nip-tuck main event between Super Mario and Lok Dog, Kyoji Horiguchi and Amir Albazi trying to put themselves into the thick of the 125 title picture, whether Jailton Almeida can get his aura back, the continuation of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 148 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alexander Volkanovski delivered a one-sided performance in his UFC 325 main event rematch with Diego Lopes, leaving fans wondering why the fight was made in the first place. Now that the event has quietly come and gone, what will be the thing UFC 325 will be remembered for at the end of the year? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to UFC 325, Volkanovski's dominance over Lopes for a second time, where he sits all-time, and if the UFC London headliner between Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy will determine the next challenger. Additionally, topics may include this weekend's trio of events from the UFC, PFL, and BKFC, which card is better overall, Brandon Moreno getting a new opponent for UFC Mexico, other news and notes, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the fallout from UFC 325 where Alexander Volkanovski dispatched Diego Lopes in even more impressive fashion than their first fight and where he now ranks among the featherweight GOATs. Plus Benoit Saint Denis took out Dan Hooker but Brown argues it’s Paddy Pimblett who should be calling for that fight now after his loss at UFC 324. Plus we’ll talk about Shavkat Rakhmonov’s latest injury setback and much more… Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alexander Volkanovski put it on Diego Lopes for 25 minutes in their rematch for the featherweight title at UFC 325 to pick up his eighth UFC championship victory. Following their second meeting, what's next for the champ Volkanovski, and Lopes — who falls to 0-2 in title fights in less than a year? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what could be awaiting both headliners following Volkanovski's one-sided win in Saturday's main event in Sydney. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Benoit Saint Denis after stopping Dan Hooker in the co-main event, Mauricio Ruffy following his statement knockout win against Rafael Fiziev in the lightweight featured bout, along with fellow main card winners Tallison Teixeira, Quillan Salkilld, and more. Plus, matchmaking suggestions from the listeners. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alexander Volkanovski not only convincingly beat Diego Lopes for a second time, he did it in an even more dominant fashion in the main event of UFC 325, delivering a lopsided title defense in front of his home crowd in Sydney. The biggest fear in booking the rematch so quickly came to light, leaving most in the MMA space to ask, why did the UFC go back to this well? Following Saturday's numbered event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Volkanovski's dominant victory over Lopes, what "The Great" gained by defeating Lopes in back-to-back fights, and where he sits in the featherweight GOAT conversation. Additionally, they discuss Benoit Saint Denis and Mauricio Ruffy's statement stoppage wins in the co-main event and featured bouts respectively, Tallison Teixeira vs. Tai Tuivasa being way more fun than expected, Quillan Salkilld's quick finish, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is back in Australia. On Saturday, UFC 325 goes down at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, the second numbered event in as many weeks as the promotion kicks off its new TV rights deal in style. Headlining UFC 325 is a featherweight title rematch between Alexander Volkanovski and the man he won the vacant belt over just 10 months again, Diego Lopes. It’s a bout that’s drawn a lot of criticism for being booked in the first place, but can Lopes change his stars this time around, and if not, what does a a win mean for Volkanovski’s legacy? Ahead of Saturday’s big event, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview UFC 325 and what this win would mean for both Volkanovski and Lopes. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss the co-main event banger between Dan Hooker and Benoir Saint Denis, the lightweight feature bout between Rafael Fiziev and Mauricio Ruffy, the weigh-in shenanigans of Aaron Tau, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Justin Gaethje captured the interim lightweight title in a wild UFC 324 main event matchup with Paddy Pimblett to kick off the UFC's new deal with Paramount. What was the No. 1 takeaway from the Gaethje vs. Pimblett main event, and the UFC 324 broadcast? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses how UFC 324 came off on Paramount+, Gaethje's dominant win over Pimblett, if Ilia Topuria should be next, and where Pimblett goes from his first UFC loss. Additionally, topics may include Saturday's UFC 325 event, the quality of the card as a whole, Alexander Volkanovski facing Diego Lopes again in a featherweight championship main event, Tyson Fury's comeback fight on Netflix, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
For the first time since 2021, the UFC is giving us back-to-back numbered events. This Saturday, the UFC returns to Australia for UFC 325, the immediate follow-up to last week's UFC 324. Looking to make an impression at the start of their new Paramount deal, the UFC is bringing another fight that figures to provide big action as featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski rematches Diego Lopes for the title, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by the Action Network's Billy Ward to dive into all things UFC 325. Topics discussed include what has changed from the first fight between Volkanovski and Lopes just 10 months ago, if Benoit Saint Denis can keep rolling against Dan Hooker, whether Tai Tuivasa has anything left in the tank, the four Road to UFC fights that start off the prelims, the continuation of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 147 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @PsychoWard586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the fallout from UFC 324 including Justin Gaethje’s win over Paddy Pimblett. Brown explains his criticism about the fight and why he wasn’t blown away by the performances he witnessed on Saturday night. We’ll also discuss Gaethje’s chances against Ilia Topuria, if Pimblett got fraud-checked in his loss plus we look ahead at Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes 2 at UFC 325 and more … Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Justin Gaethje capped off the first UFC on Paramount event with an incredible performance to upset Paddy Pimblett to capture the UFC interim lightweight title in the main event of UFC 324. Following the chaotic main event, what's next for Gaethje in Pimblett in the always-interesting UFC lightweight division? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss where the UFC 324 headliners go following their Fight of the Night clash at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Sean O'Malley following his co-main event win over Song Yadong, Waldo Cortes-Acosta after stopping Derrick Lewis in the heavyweight featured bout, along with fellow main card winners Natalia Silva, Jean Silva, 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Justin Gaethje was counted out by many heading into his last opportunity to capture a UFC title belt, and he proved all of the doubters wrong, hurting and knocking down Paddy Pimblett several times to capture the interim lightweight title in the main event of UFC 324. Following the first UFC event of 2026, and of the new UFC on Paramount era, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Gaethje's punishing performance, discuss what they learned about both fighters, Pimblett's eye-opening toughness, Gaethje likely facing Ilia Topuria next, and where Arman Tsarukyan stands. Additionally, they react to Sean O'Malley's bounce-back win over Song Yadong in the co-main event, how the first Paramount event came across, bonus winners, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is back, and not only is it the start of 2026, it’s the start of a new era. On Saturday, UFC 324 goes down at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, headlined by an interim lightweight title fight between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett. The card is not just the first of 2026, but the first of the UFC’s new broadcast deal with Paramount, including a new, earlier start time. Will Gaethje and Pimblett put the UFC’s best foot forward for their new deal? And what about the rest of the card? Ahead of Saturday’s big event, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview UFC 324 and interim title fight between Gaethje and Pimblett, and what it means for the lightweight division as a whole. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss the co-main event bout between Sean O’Malley and Song Yadong and whether O’Malley is fighting for a title shot, the stakes in the feature bout between Waldo Cortes-Acosta and Derrick Lewis, the title eliminator bout between Natalia Silva and Rose Namajunas, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is officially back this Saturday for UFC 324 — the first event for the promotion under the new Paramount deal. In the main event, Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett battle for interim lightweight title, while Sean O'Malley looks to get on track against Song Yadong. What's the excitement level for the numbered event? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the hype levels for UFC 324, the main event between Gaethje and Pimblett, what other fights stand out, and other big storylines. Additionally, topics may include Dana White shutting down Conor McGregor bouts at the White House with Michael Chandler and now Jorge Masvidal, Donn Davis stepping down from his role for the PFL, other news and notes in and around the sport of MMA, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is finally back! This Saturday, the world's leading MMA promotion returns from a six-week hiatus, kicking off 2026 with UFC 324. Headlined by an interim lightweight title fight between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett, UFC 324 is the first event of the UFC's new Paramount broadcast deal, and sets the tone for the next era of MMA. So, of course, No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Morning Kombat's Luke Noseda to discuss UFC 324, and predict the year-end champions for 2026. Topics discussed include whether Paddy Pimblett can complete his UFC title journey, how much Justin Gaethje has left in the tank, if Sean O'Malley will get a title shot with a win over Song Yadong, if Jean Silva is also fighting for a title shot, the start of a brand new Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 146 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin look ahead to UFC 324, Kayla Harrison’s injury and if Amanda Nunes should consider taking another fight while the champion is sidelined. Plus we’ll discuss Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett and how much this fight really matters to the lightweight division and Arman Tsarukyan being stuck on the outside looking in despite being the clear cut No. 1 contender. We’ll also discuss Dana White saying he’s no longer interested in Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler and much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The MMA Fighting team is back with Season 4 of its fantasy league! Who is set to star inside the octagon over the next six months? Will Islam Makhachev put together a real title reign at 170 pounds? Will Alex Pereira get to fight Jon Jones at UFC White House? Is Conor McGregor returning? Plus, which under-the-radar standouts could fight more than once and produce the kinds of finishes that make the difference between winning and losing the league? Join the MMA Fighting staff as they select the 72 fighters they think are best poised to start 2026 off with a bang. Follow Alexander K. Lee @AlexanderKLee Follow Damon Martin @DamonMartin Follow Jed Meshew @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck @MikeHeck_JR Follow Guilherme Cruz @guicruzzz 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC has been in the news quite a bit on their final off-week ahead of UFC 324, but the first event on Paramount+ took a hit with Kayla Harrison being forced out of her title defense against the returning Amanda Nunes. How big of a hit to the card is the loss? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses Harrison being scratched due to a reported neck injury, where Nunes goes, and more. Additionally, topics include Dana White announcing the return of Israel Adesanya as he faces Joe Pyfer in the main event of UFC Seattle, RAF 5 this past Saturday highlighted by Colby Covington and Arman Tsarukyan's tech fall victories, Bo Nickal's callout of Covington for the White House card, PFL heading to Pittsburgh headlined by Johnny Eblen vs. Bryan Battle, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC's debut on Paramount+ has taken a hit with Kayla Harrison suffering a reported injury that has scratched her from her scheduled title defense against Amanda Nunes at UFC324. Following the breaking news, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react, discuss if Nunes should remain on the card against a new opponent, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin give their predictions for the UFC in 2026 including the most vulnerable champion on the roster, the champion most likely to hold onto their title for the whole year, one must see fight and our boldest predictions for the year ahead. All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The calendar officially reads 2026, and the UFC is about to kick off their new era on Paramount and a pay-per-view-less world. With UFC 324 just a couple of weeks away, what are the biggest questions you have about the new deal, for Dana White, and others? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses some of those burning questions, if White will be a focal point for the year, or continue to take steps back publicly. Additionally, topics may include the 2026 outlook for UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria, light heavyweight champ Alex Pereira and if he'll remain in the division throughout the year, Islam Makhachev and the welterweight title, what moves the PFL needs to make to have a big year, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions on a special Tuesday edition of the program. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Following a chaotic and unpredictable 2025 in the world of MMA, 2026 is shaping up to be even crazier — both in and out of the cage. Could this be a year that will see Conor McGregor actually fight in the UFC? Does Jon Jones return? Will Khamzat Chimaev keep his hands on UFC gold? On a very special edition of On To the Next One, those questions — and a lot more — are presented during the 2026 predictions extravaganza. Hosts Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee will go through a slew of buy/sell questions presented by listeners about a variety of topics, including McGregor, Jones, Chimaev, Ilia Topuria, Francis Ngannou, Dana White, Tom Aspinall, Israel Adesanya, Nate Diaz, and much more. Additionally, they will make their choices for who will end the year as UFC champions in each division, along with their bold and spicy predictions for the world of MMA in 2026. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
With 2025 being such a crazy year in the world of mixed martial arts, we felt it was important to look back at the predictions that were made heading into a memorable year for the sport. In part one of our two-part predictions extravaganza, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee look back on some of the responses they had to listener questions in regards to what 2025 was going to bring. Topics include Khamzat Chimaev's championship hopes, whether or not Nate Diaz would return to the UFC, if Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal would compete in a rematch, the UFC's TV deal, if PFL fighters and champions would find homes elsewhere, if the GFL would host any events, UFC champ-champ fights, and much more. In addition, we will need you help for part two: Our 2026 predictions extravaganza episode. Submit your "buy or sell" questions the same way you send your matchmaking suggestions to Mike or AK on Twitter, Instagram, or email by Friday, Jan. 2 — and, please, be as creative as you'd like. The On To the Next One 2026 Predictions Extravaganza goes live on the MMA Fighting YouTube channel on Jan. 4 at Noon ET / 9 a.m. PT. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The MMA world will remember 2025 for a number of crazy moments and breakout stars — as well as one of the most controversial voting moments in MMA awards history. Join the MMA Fighting staff as we look back at the biggest highs, surprises, and most unbelievable moments of 2025 in a special year-end retrospective. We’re honoring all the nights that defined a rollercoaster of a year this sport has seen in quite some time — and handing out plenty of hardware in celebration of the knockouts, submissions, fights, fighters, and breakthrough competitors who made sure 2025 was a year that will be remembered. This year, the categories seemed tougher than ever in regards to determining a winner, along with figuring out who belonged in the top-five overall. We invite you to stick around for the final award, which features controversy like never before in the history of MMA Fighting award shows. Check out MMA Fighting’s 2025 year-end award show above, hosted by our own Mike Heck and featuring a panel of Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
With just a couple of days left in the year, it’s almost time to say goodbye to 2025, and hello to 2026. In the sport of MMA, there was certainly a lot to like this past year — and a lot that needs to be improved upon, from the UFC, to PFL, and beyond. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jed Meshew bring you the fourth annual BTL Promotional Festivus — where they grade the UFC for their 2025 performance, both in and out of the octagon, along with their airing of grievances for things that happened negatively throughout the course of the year. Additionally, the duo do the same for PFL, BKFC, and give their thoughts on things they did better from the year prior, other ideas to bring into 2026, and what could be the breakout promotion in the space for the upcoming year. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Jake Paul losing to Anthony Joshua and what it means for his future. Does Paul deserve respect for just stepping into that ring to face a former heavyweight champion? What do we make of his performance? Will Paul fight again? We’ll discuss this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anthony Joshua knocked out Jake Paul in the main event of Friday's Paul vs. Joshua fight card in Miami — a result that seemed to be as close to a unanimous prediction as you'll see in combat sports. However, Paul was able to make it to the sixth round before the eventual finish that left Paul's jaw broken, and with Joshua's hand raised. Despite the win, does Joshua's legacy take any kind of hit with the fight lasting as long as it did? Following the boxing event that streamed on Netflix, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the card, Joshua's finish of Paul and where their stocks go, and what could be next for both fighters moving forward. Additionally, topics include grading the entire event as a whole, Anderson Silva ending the night as the star of the event with a knockout of fellow former UFC champ Tyron Woodley, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC has wrapped things up for 2025, and now the combat sports world turns their attention to Miami and the Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua heavyweight matchup in the boxing ring. With Joshua heavily favored to get the victory, what would be the result to make the event and matchmaking as successful as it can be? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the Paul vs. Joshua matchup and event, Anderson Silva vs. Tyron Woodley, and other storylines ahead of Friday night's Netflix card. Additionally, topics may include Manel Kape's big knockout of Brandon Royval in the main event of UFC Vegas 113, UFC lightweight champ Ilia Topuria providing more details as to why he's taking time off from competition, Alex Pereira's latest comments on competing at the UFC White House card, Terence Crawford announcing his retirement from boxing, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long for the final live edition of the program for 2025. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the latest comments from Francis Ngannou addressing his future and saying he would like to fight Jon Jones on the UFC White House card. Is Ngannou regretting his decision to leave UFC or is something else at work? Plus, we’ll break down Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua, a few fighters suddenly picking Paul for the upset and if the former YouTuber actually has any chance in the upcoming fight plus much more on the latest episode! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Manel Kape had the chance to muscle his way into the flyweight title picture at UFC Vegas 112 and he more than took advantage of the opportunity. It took a little over three minutes for Kape to remind everyone he’s the most dangerous knockout threat at 125 pounds as he took out Brandon Royval. Now, riding a three-fight win streak, he has his sights set on newly crowned champion Joshua Van. With a card in Van’s hometown of Houston around the corner, does it make sense to throw that together ASAP? And where does that leave presumptive No. 1 contender Tatsuro Taira? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss who Van is most likely to defend against first, who stole the show on the last UFC card of 2025, and who embarrassed themselves on the microphone. Additionally, we make future matchups for main card winners Kevin Vallejos, Cezary Olekziejczuk, Melquizael Costa, and King Green, and take matchup suggestions from the listeners. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Manel Kape did everything he needed to do in order to earn a UFC flyweight title shot against Joshua Van, both in the fight and on the microphone inside the octagon. But did the incredible first-round knockout victory for "Starboy" against Brandon Royval clinch his first opportunity at UFC gold, or is Tatsuro Taira ahead of him while Alexandre Pantoja heals up? Following the final event for the UFC in 2025, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to UFC Vegas 112, Kape's sensational performance against a tough out in Royval, his wild post-fight interview with Michael Bisping, and his title hopes. Additionally, they discuss Kevin Vallejos' spinning back fist knockout of Giga Chikadze, Melquizael Costa's stoppage win to improve to 4-0 in 2025, the good, and the very bad heavyweight action throughout the card, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC's flyweight division has become even more interesting over the past week following Joshua Van's championship win over Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 323. One week after the surprising title change, Brandon Royval faces Manel Kape in the main event of UFC Vegas 112. With Van already holding a victory over Royval this year, could Kape leapfrog his way towards a title shot if he gets the win on Saturday? Ahead of the UFC's final card of the year, and of the ESPN era, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee preview the event, the headliner between Royval and Kape, and the stakes attached to it. Additionally, they discuss the co-main event between Giga Chikadze and Kevin Vallejos, Gillian Robertson looking to earn a title shot at 115 when she meets Amanda Lemos, the octagon debut of Yaroslav Amosov as he faces Neil Magny, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC just ended their pay-per-view era with UFC 323, and this Saturday, the promotion's relationship with ESPN comes to an end. With Petr Yan's incredible performance over Merab Dvalishvili to regain the bantamweight title opening many eyes, the final PPV appeared to be quite the success for the hardcore fan base. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses Yan's all-time great showing against Dvalishvili to become a two-time bantamweight champion, where both guys go from here, and how Dvalishvili and his team have handled the loss. Additionally, topics may include Joshua Van becoming the flyweight champion after Alexandre Pantoja suffered an unfortunate injury in the co-main event, Dana White once again saying Arman Tsarukyan has more work to do in order to get a title shot, UFC Vegas 112 this weekend headlined by a pivotal flyweight bout between Brandon Royval and Manel Kape, Francis Ngannou's comments earlier this week, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The final UFC event of 2025 is upon us. This Saturday, UFC Vegas 112 takes place at the world's mightiest APEX, the final UFC event of 2025. On top of that, there's a PFL card with weekend with a couple of marquee fights, so No Bets Barred is here to break it all down for the last time this year. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to look at UFC Vegas 112 and PFL Eruope. Topics discussed include whether Brandon Royval will actually fight Manel Kape, if the Giga Chikadze vs. Kevin Vallejos fight is a true "so-main event," some undercard gems from the UFC, the massive favorites at PFL Europe, the fall from The Climb at UFC 323, and more. Tune in for episode 145 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the fallout from UFC 323 including Petr Yan beating Merab Dvalishvili to reclaim the bantamweight title. Plus Joshua Van became UFC flyweight champion after Alexandre Pantoja suffered a gruesome arm injury but was his post-fight celebration too much? And we’ll discuss Dana White shutting down Arman Tsarukyan from getting a title shot after dropping out of his previously scheduled championship opportunity during fight week. All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer … Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Odds were presented as very unlikely for either Merab Dvalishvili or Alexandre Pantoja to leave UFC 323 without their world titles, but very, very few could've predicted both would lose their championships on Saturday night. After their sizable reigns came to an end after losses to Petr Yan and Joshua Van, will they both come back to immediate rematches? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Yan and Dvalishvili after the eye-opening upset win for Yan to capture the bantamweight title for the second time. Additionally, they discuss where Van and Pantoja go after the unfortunate ending to their co-main event matchup where Van became the first UFC champ born in the 2000's, along with future matchups for fellow main card winners Tatsuro Taira following his stoppage win over Brandon Moreno, Payton Talbott after retiring Henry Cejudo, and more. Plus, the guys take listener matchmaking suggestions at the end of the show. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Petr Yan is now the third fighter in UFC history to become a multiple time undisputed bantamweight champion as "No Mercy" put on one of the best performances of the year to upset Merab Dvalishvili to regain the 135-pound world title. After Dvalishvili's long winning streak, and wild 2025 campaign, the two will almost certainly meet fora third time in 2026. Following the final UFC pay-per-view for, at least, the next seven years, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to all of the action in Las Vegas, Yan's incredible win, and where it stacks up against other all-time performances. Additionally, they react to Joshua Van's title win against Alexandre Pantoja after the unfortunate end to the co-main event, Tatsuro Taira staking his claim to get the next flyweight title shot, Henry Cejudo's final career fight, other standout moments, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Merab Dvalishvili looks to successfully defend his title for a record-breaking fourth time in a year when he faces Petr Yan in a rematch in the main event of UFC 323. If Dvalishvili pulls it off, is it the greatest year in UFC history? And how surprising would it be if Yan delivered an upset? Ahead of Saturday's pay-per-view event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee preview the UFC's final numbered event of the ESPN era, and the historical stakes attached in the Merab vs. Yan 2 bantamweight championship headliner. Additionally, topics include the co-main event for the flyweight title between Alexandre Pantoja and Joshua Van, how the Brandon Moreno vs. Tatsuro Taira winner factors into the championship discussion, Henry Cejudo competing for the final time, what we'll miss — and won't miss — about the UFC on ESPN pay-per-view relationship, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dana White made it a memorable Thanksgiving for MMA fans with the announcement during the Chiefs vs. Cowboys game that Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett for the interim UFC lightweight title headlines UFC 324 over the Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes mega-fight, and also revealed later that evening that Alexander Volkanovski will face Diego Lopes for the second time in a row in a featherweight title bout in the main event of UFC 325. While the bouts are big, they were met be a tidal wave of negativity from the fan base. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to the big title fights announced for the new Paramount era, the reception from the MMA community, and where this leaves other title hopefuls, including Arman Tsarukyan. Additionally, they discuss Saturday's UFC 323 event headlined by Merab Dvalishvili vs. Petr Yan 2, Alexandre Pantoja vs. Joshua Van in the co-main event, Henry Cejudo's final fight, and much more. Join MMA fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The final UFC pay-per-view ever is here. This Saturday, UFC 323 takes place in Las Vegas, the final pay-per-view of 2025, which means the last PPV ever, as the UFC's new broadcast rights deal with Paramount will shake things up. And for their final PPV, the UFC is delivering the good, with two title fights and several big names for the penultimate card of 2025, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by the Luke Noseda of Morning Kombat and the Main Card Minute to take a look at all things UFC 323. Topics discussed include whether Merab Dvalishvili can make history against Petr Yan in the main event, Joshua Van's chances at pulling off the upset over Alexandre Pantoja in the co-main event, whether the publis has simply forgotten about Brandon Moreno and Henry Cejudo, the next step of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 144 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the announcements made for UFC 324 and UFC 325 including Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett, Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes and Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes 2. Did the UFC make the right call with these fights? Plus we’ll give our picks and predictions for UFC 323 including if Petr Yan can pull off the upset and dethrone Merab Dvalishvili as he seeks his fourth title defense in 2025. All this and more on the latest episode! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Arman Tsarukyan staked his claim as the top lightweight contender in the UFC with a spectacular performance against Dan Hooker in the main event of UFC Qatar this past Saturday, and he wants his chance at Ilia Topuria and his world title. Will the performance, and timing, work out for Tsarukyan, or will he have to watch Paddy Pimblett fight for the gold? On a special Thanksgiving week edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses where Tsarukyan goes from his big win, and how the lightweight division may shake out heading into 2026. Additionally, topics may include who should be next for welterweight champ Islam Makhachev after Ian Machado Garry defeated Belal Muhammad to cap off moving month for the surging contenders, reports of Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes being the frontrunner to headline the UFC's first big numbered event on Paramount, the Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua press conference, and much more. Plus, what we're thankful for in the world of MMA and combat sports. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the fallout from UFC Qatar including who is actually going to get the next shot at lightweight champion Ilia Topuria and did Ian Machado Garry make a compelling argument that he should be fighting Islam Makhachev for the welterweight title? Plus we react to the news that Jake Paul is actually facing Anthony Joshua in December plus much more … Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Arman Tsarukyan believes he has done enough to challenge Ilia Topuria for the UFC lightweight title following his incredible performance against Dan Hooker in the main event of UFC Qatar. Will the UFC reward Tsarukyan with a title shot, or will Tsarukyan have to wait and watch Paddy Pimblett get the shot at Topuria first? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what could be next for Tsarukyan after submitting Dan Hooker in Saturday's main event. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Ian Machado Garry after defeating former welterweight champ Belal Muhammad in the co-main event, along with fellow main card winners Volkan Oezdemir, Myktybek Orolbai, Waldo Cortes-Acosta, Kyoji Horiguchi, and more. Plus, a slew of listener matchmaking suggestions to close out the show. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Arman Tsarukyan sent a message to lightweight champion Ilia Topuria in the main event of UFC Qatar, and then sent another in his post-fight interview. After dispatching Dan Hooker in dominant fashion, is Tsarukyan the guy that faces Topuria in his first title defense? Following Saturday's UFC Fight Night event in Doha, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the eventful card, Tsarukyan's incredible performance against Hooker, and if he should be next for Topuria over Paddy Pimblett. Additionally, they discuss Ian Machado Garry's decision win over Belal Muhammad in the co-main event and what the victory does in the Islam Makhachev conversation, the standout, bonus-winning performances from Waldo Cortes-Acosta and Kyoji Horiguchi, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is making its debut in Qatar. Fresh off the heels of UFC 322, the world’s leading MMA promotion follows up an exceptional Pay-Per-View event with a monster Fight Night card, traveling to the Ali Bin Hamad al-Attiyah Arena in Al Rayyan, Qatar, for the first time. In the main event, Arman Tsarukyan puts his No. 1-ranked lightweight contender spot on the line against the surging Dan Hooker, while in the co-main event, former welterweight champion Belal Muhammad takes on “The Future” Ian Machado Garry. MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview Saturday’s fight card, discussing the main event between Tsarukyan and Hooker, what’s at stake, and whether Tsarukyan’s faceoff headbutt changes things. Additionally, they break down the co-main event, Muhammad’s curious pre-fight comments, Waldo-Cortes Acosta’s last-minute heroics to save a fight, the return of Kyoji Horiguchi, answer listener questions, and much more. Follow Jed Meshew: https://x.com/JedKMeshewhttps://x.com/JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 322 is in the books, and there's a lot to discuss in regards to the fallout from the promotion's return to Madison Square Garden in New York City. Islam Makhachev dominated Jack Della Maddalena to capture the welterweight title — and become a two-division champ — while Valentina Shevchenko made it looks easy against Zhang Weili to retain the women's flyweight title. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the burning stories coming out of UFC 322, what's next for Makhachev and Shevchenko, and other standout performances. Additionally, topics may include Dana White accusing Francis Ngannou of getting physical with him while competing for the UFC, Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua getting announced for Dec. 19, UFC Qatar this Saturday headlined by Arman Tsarukyan vs. Dan Hooker, the co-main event between Belal Muhammad and Ian Machado Garry, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is headed to Qatar. This Saturday, UFC Qatra goes down at Ali Bin Hamad al-Attiyah Arena in Al Rayyan, Qatar, headlined by a pivotal lightweight matchup between Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by the Action Network's Billy Ward to take a look at all things UFC Qatar. Topics discussed include Hooker's chances at pulling off the major upset over Tsarukyan, whether Belal Muhammad should be written off against Ian Machado Garry, the weirdness of Jack Hermansson vs. Myktybek Orolbai, why Kyoji Horiguchi is getting disrespected in his UFC return, the next steps of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 143 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @PsychoWard586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the fallout from UFC 322 including Islam Makhachev claiming a second title with his win in the main event, where it all went wrong for Jack Della Maddlena and how his coaches may have failed him during the fight plus who should be next for Makhachev? Plus we’ll discuss the ugly brawl that broke out involving Dillon Danis and much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 322 is officially in the books, and in the main event, Islam Makhachev captured the welterweight championship with a one-sided performance against Jack Della Maddalena. Makhachev certainly has options, and while Kamaru Usman has continuously put his name in the hat, will the UFC go that direction, or allow the exciting, new blood of the division get their chance? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Makhachev and #JDM after their headliner at Madison Square Garden. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Valentina Shevchenko and Zhang Weili after the women's flyweight champ's successful title defense in the co-main event, Michael Morales following his first-round knockout of Sean Brady, Carlos Prates after stopping former champ Leon Edwards, along with fellow main card winner Benoit Saint Denis, and more, along with listener picks. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 322 is in the books as the promotion returned for their annual trip to Madison Square Garden in New York City. After fireworks ensued in the first three main card fights, Islam Makhachev and Valentina Shevchenko used pure and utter dominance over five rounds to leave the World's Most Famous Arena as champions — with Makhachev adding a second divisional crown to his résumé. Following Saturday's pay-per-view event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the card, Makhachev's one-sided win over Jack Della Maddalena in the main event to win the welterweight title, if Kamaru Usman should be next for the new champ, and more. Additionally, they discuss Shevchenko shutting out Zhang Weili to retain the women's flyweight title, the incredible stretch of stoppages from Bo Nickal, Benoit Saint Denis, Carlos Prates, and Michael Morales, the preliminary fighters who stole the show, plus, listener questions. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 322 is arguably the UFC's best lineup since UFC 300, and in the main event, Jack Della Maddalena defends the welterweight title against former lightweight champion Islam Makhachev in a superfight. Can Makhachev be among the all-time elite, or does "JDM" pull off an upset to shake up the current pound-for-pound rankings? Ahead of Saturday's blockbuster pay-per-view event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee preview the card, the main event between Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev, the historical stakes attached to it, and where the division goes from the promotion's return to Madison Square Garden. Additionally, they discuss the incredible co-main event for the women's flyweight title between Valentina Shevchenko and Zhang Weili, the rest of the loaded main card, low-key matchups, answer listener questions, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The best pay-per-view event of 2025 is upon us. This Saturday, UFC 322 goes down at Madison Square Garden in New York City, featuring a promotional first: two champions moving up to challenge for a second title. In the main event, Islam Makhachev moves up to 170 pounds to battle Jack Della Maddalena for the welterweight title, and in the co-main event, Zhang Weili jumps to 125 pounds to challenge Valentina Shevchenko for the women's flyweight belt. And No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Morning Kombat's Luke Noseda AKA Long Island Luke to take a look at all things UFC 322. Topics discussed include Makhachev's chances at winning a second title, whether Shevchenko vs. Zhang is the greatest women's fight in MMA history, a stacked main card featuring an ersatz welterweight tournament, the rock-solid prelim action, the next steps of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 142 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The vast majority of the fan base couldn't be more ready to see a UFC event with very high stakes, meaning, and excitement, as UFC 322 is finally here and it couldn't be here fast enough. How does the UFC's return to Madison Square Garden compare to other events before it? On a special, all-new Tuesday edition of Between the Links, the panel talks Saturday's UFC 322 event, the headliner between Jack Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev, the rest of the big welterweight matchups on Saturday, and how the division could unfold based on who leaves MSG with the title. Additionally, topics may include Francis Ngannou answering questions about a potential fight with Jon Jones at the White House while being a PFL fighters, other news and notes going on in the MMA space, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long to get you ready for UFC 322. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the fight-fixing allegations that happened after UFC Vegas 110 with the FBI now investigating a situation involving Isaac Dulgarian. We’ll also look ahead at UFC 322 and the main event between Jack Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev, the key to victory for both of them and where Makhachev would rank among the all-time greats if he’s able to become a two-division champion. All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC Vegas 111 happened and despite a number of impressive performances, one can’t help but still feel a little cold after another sterile evening at the APEX. Regardless, Gabriel Bonfim made the most of his first headlining opportunity, shrugging off a controversial decision win over Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson with a brutal second-round knockout of Randy Brown on Saturday. That’s four straight wins now for Bonfim, who eyes a match with Colby Covington as he tries to move closer to a top 10 spot in the always crowded welterweight division. On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what options are actually better for Bonfim, and break down the best and worst moments on the mic at UFC Vegas 111. Additionally, we figure out what’s the best path to a title shot for Joseph Morales in his second UFC run, and future matchups for main card winners Uros Medic, Chris “Taco” Padilla, and Christian Leroy Duncan. We also dig deep as we make our wild card picks and ponder some fine suggestions from the listeners. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC brought another APEX card to the fans on Saturday night, and once again, the lineup had its moments, but for the most part, it will be forgotten about very quickly — especially with the UFC's best efforts for a fight card in 2025 coming up next. Following UFC Vegas 111, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the event, Gabriel Bonfim's win in the main event over Randy Brown, discuss whether or not the stoppage was bad by referee Mark Smith, and Bonfim's head-scratching callout of Colby Covington. Additionally, they talk about other standout moments, Josh Hokit's performance and post-fight promo, the excitement for UFC 322, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC returns to the APEX for the second straight week. Although there is a bit of a dark cloud hanging over the card stemming from this past weekend's fight-fixing allegations, Gabriel Bonfim and Randy Brown are set to compete in a pivotal welterweight main event. With the depth of the division, and the title on the line next weekend at UFC 322, what's at stake for Saturday's headliners? Ahead of this weekend's UFC Fight Night event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee preview the card, the main event between Bonfim and Brown, and the stakes attached to the matchup. Additionally, they'll discuss the flyweight co-main event between Matt Schnell and Joseph Morales, other potential storylines on the docket for the event, low-key matchups that might be flying under the radar, plus, answer listener questions, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is in the headlines, but not for a reason they'd ever want to be after allegations of fight-fixing following the featherweight bout between Isaac Dulgarian and Yadier del Valle — which opened eyes with bizarre betting line movement, as well as del Valle getting an easy submission win in the first round. Dana White responded in a recent interview, but what's the reaction to the UFC CEO's comments? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the situation, White's response to the situation, and where this could all go heading into the promotion's new streaming deal in 2026. Additionally, topics may include MVP cancelling the Jake Paul vs. Tank Davis event next week after a new lawsuit against Davis surfaced, the UFC returning to the APEX for an event headlined by Gabriel Bonfim and Randy Brown, Jon Jones' recent comments about Tom Aspinall's UFC 321 performance, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Ronda Rousey’s latest comments about how fans and media abandon fighters after losing and her criticisms aimed at Joe Rogan. We also discuss Dana White firing back at fans about complains over lackluster UFC cards plus Jake Paul in danger of losing the Tank Davis fight but would he actually face someone like Francis Ngannou instead? All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC returned to the APEX for UFC Vegas 110 on Saturday, but couldn’t escape the weirdness that has plagued recent cards. This time, it was Ante Delija getting knocked out moments after a bout was stopped and then restarted when Delija poked Waldo Cortes-Acosta in the eyes. The controversy threatened to overshadow Steve Garcia’s outstanding win over David Onama in the main event, but regardless, the UFC has two surging contenders in Garcia and Cortes-Acosta, both of whom have unclear paths to a title opportunity. On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what to do with Garcia—following what Mike believes is one of the worst callouts in UFC history—and Cortes-Acosta coming off of their latest knockout wins. Additionally, we discuss the Yadier del Valle win that is shrouded in controversy due to some fishy business on the Isaac Dulgarian side, and future matchups for main card winners Jeremiah Wells, Charles Radtke, and Allan Nascimento. All that, plus wild card selections and the usual excellent assortment of listener suggestions. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steve Garcia delivered the goods inside the octagon during his main event bout against David Onama at UFC Vegas 110, but his post-fight interview led to one of the worst callouts in recent memory. What does it all mean now for the surging featherweight contender following the biggest win of his career. Following Saturday's UFC Fight Night event at the UFC APEX, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and José Youngs react to a strange and wacky card, Garcia's impressive first-round finish of Onama, and his head-scratching callout of Max Holloway. Additionally, they discuss Waldo Cortes-Acosta's bizarre win over Ante Delija in the co-main event and his callout of Tom Aspinall, the weirdness surrounding the Yadier del Valle vs. Isaac Dulgarian fight on the main card, other standout moments, plus answer listener questions, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
After several weeks on the road, the UFC returns to the hallowed APEX for UFC Vegas 110 on Saturday with the featherweight division taking center stage as streaking contenders Steve Garcia and David Onama battling in the main event. With the deep division in a bit of a logjam, could the winner prove to be a threat to the title? Ahead of Saturday's UFC Fight Night card, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee preview the event, the headliner between Garcia and Onama, and the stakes involved for both men. Additionally, they discuss the heavyweight co-main event between Ante Delija and Waldo Cortes-Acosta, other standout bouts on the card, the low-key bangers, plus take listener questions at the end of the show. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
While UFC 321 is in the rear-view mirror, the aftertaste has lasted a lot longer than most events we've seen this year following the eye poke from Ciryl Gane to Tom Aspinall that ended the main event in a no-contest, leaving the MMA community with more questions than answers, and a division amongst the fanbase, overall. Despite the unfortunate ending to the fight, has Aspinall's stock dropped overall, even though he was not the one who committed the foul? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the fallout from the Aspinall vs. Gane fight, Dana White's comments at the post-fight press conference, Mackenzie Dern becoming the UFC strawweight champion, and much more from the most recent pay-per-view event. Additionally, topics may include Umar Nurmagomedov's victory over Mario Bautista and where he goes next, Dirty Boxing's event on Thursday night headlined by Gable Steveson vs. Billy Swanson, the UFC's return to the APEX this Saturday with Steve Garcia vs. David Onama in the headline spot, and whatever else is on your mind. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer, and debate your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the fallout from UFC 321 and Tom Aspinall not being able to continue after an eye poke ended his first title defense as undisputed champion. Brown responds to critics saying Aspinall should have fought with one eye plus did Ciryl Gane expose him in that first round? Plus we’ll talk Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira or Conor McGregor headlining the UFC White House card and much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The unfortunate end to UFC 321 left a bad taste in the mouths of MMA fans as an accidental eye poke from Ciryl Gane led to the main event against heavyweight champ Tom Aspinall ending in a No Contest. Considering how things went down, it seems as if the UFC will run that fight back, but is that the fight to make following the historic ending to the contest? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss where Aspinall and Gane go from the brutal ending to Saturday's pay-per-view event in Abu Dhabi. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Mackenzie Dern and Virna Jandiroba following Dern's vacant strawweight championship victory in the co-main event, Umar Nurmagomedov after his unanimous decision win over Mario Bautista in the featured bout, Alexander Volkov following his split decision win over Jailton Almeida, along with fellow main card winner Azamat Murzakanov, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
After a 455 day absence, Tom Aspinall returned to the UFC octagon to defend his newly-minted heavyweight title for the first time against Ciryl Gane, and despite the challenger being a massive underdog, Gane was prepared for the test. Unfortunately, an accidental, yet brutal eye poke from Gane led to the first championship fight coming to an abrupt end via No Contest in UFC history. Following UFC 321, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the awful ending of the card that had fans up in arms, how Aspinall and Gane both looked before the fight was stopped, and if the UFC should run it right back. Additionally, they discuss Mackenzie Dern capturing the vacant strawweight title in the co-main event with a decision win over Virna Jandiroba, Umar Nurmagomedov defeating Mario Bautista, bonus winners, plus fan questions, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
For the first time in 455 days, Tom Aspinall walks to the UFC's octagon on Saturday to compete — but this time, he'll do so as the undisputed heavyweight champion, putting his title on the line for the first time against former interim champ Ciryl Gane. While this is likely Gane's last chance to become a full-on world champion, how much pressure is on Aspinall to deliver the goods at UFC 321? Ahead of Saturday's pay-per-view event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew preview the card, the headliner between Aspinall and Gane, along with the stakes attached — both short and long term — for both fighters. Additionally, they'll discuss Virna Jandiroba vs. Mackenzie Dern 2 for the vacant strawweight title and where the division goes from Saturday, Umar Nurmagomedov attempting to bounce back from his loss to Merab Dvalishvili as he faces Mario Bautista, low-key fights and storylines, plus, they'll answer fan questions, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC heavyweight title reign of Tom Aspinall kicks off Saturday in the main event of UFC 321 as he defends his newly-minted undisputed title against Ciryl Gane. A lot has been made about the pressure Aspinall has heading into the fight, but is it a little bit overblown? Or, does Aspinall truly have more weight on his shoulders than most in UFC history heading into a fight? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses what's at stake for the rising heavyweight star, the pressure on Gane, and where an Aspinall loss would rank in all-time shocking moments. Additionally, topics may include Din Thomas' comments about the co-main event for the vacant strawweight title between Virna Jandiroba and Mackenzie Dern, Umar Nurmagomedov vs. Mario Bautista, other burning questions from the card, the full UFC 323 lineup being revealed, the fallout from UFC Vancouver, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Tom Aspinall era is officially here. This Saturday, UFC 321 goes down in Abu Dhabi, headlined by the first undisputed title defense of Tom Aspinall, who takes on Ciryl Gane. On top of that, UFC 321 also features a vacant strawweight title fight between Virna Jandiroba and Mackenzie Dern, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Morning Kombat's Luke Noseda AKA Long Island Luke to take a look at all things UFC 321. Topics discussed include whether Aspinall can solidify his hold on the heavyweight division, if Dern can finally claim UFC gold, whether Umar Nurmagomedov can rebound from his first career loss or if Mario Bautista can pull off the major upset, the next step of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 141 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the inaugural edition of 'Who's the Fighter?,' Dustin Poirier and Bruce Buffer go head-to-head in a trivia game show, based on MMA Fighting's daily In-5 game. Hosted by MMA Fighting's Mike Heck. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the fallout from UFC Vancouver including some egregious mistakes made by referee Dan Miragliotta and the lack of response from the athletic commission about his actions. We’ll also discuss UFC 321 and the tough spot Tom Aspinall finds himself in as the best fighter in the world in a truly terrible heavyweight division. Plus should Umar Nurmagomedov get another title shot with a win over Mario Bautista? All that plus much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brendan Allen went into his short notice opportunity against Reinier de Ridder in the main event of UFC Vancouver with incredible confidence, and it showed as he dominated de Ridder to earn a corner stoppage TKO. Following the win, Allen called out Khamzat Chimaev, Dricus du Plessis and Sean Strickland, but will he get either of those names? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Allen after picking up the biggest win of his career. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Mike Malott following his strange decision win over Kevin Holland in the co-main event, Aiemann Zahabi after his split decision win against Marlon Vera, Manon Fiorot following her quick knockout of Jasmine Jasudavicius, along with fellow main card winners Charles Jourdain and Kyle Nelson. Plus, an out-of-the-box pick for de Ridder, listener picks, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brendan Allen picked up the biggest win of his career in the main event of UFC Vancouver. But as impressive as Allen's performance was against Reinier de Ridder, the biggest story of the night was referee Dan Miragliotta in not one, but two fights — most notably, the co-main event between Mike Malott and Kevin Holland. Following a strange and weird UFC Fight Night event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to how it all went down, Allen's TKO win over de Ridder and the big takeaways, and where both fighters could go next. Additionally, they discuss the rough night for Miragliotta and if anything will ever change with officiating in MMA, Malott's win over Holland, Aiemann Zahabi getting his seventh straight win, Manon Fiorot's destruction of Jasmine Jasudavicius, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC middleweight division has gotten very interesting over the past several months, and with Khamzat Chimaev as champion, the big questions is who will the undefeated fighter face in his first title defense. Reinier de Ridder was set up with a perfect opportunity to get that slot, but after Anthony Hernandez was injured, Brendan Allen steps in. Does a win for "RDR" over Allen put him in the driver's seat? Ahead of Saturday's UFC Vancouver event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and José Youngs preview the card, the pivotal 185-pound headliner, and what is at stake for the de Ridder and Allen. Additionally, they discuss Kevin Holland's fifth fight booking of the year against Mike Malott, Chito Vera looking to halt the momentum of Aiemann Zahabi, other notable matchups, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Earlier this week, UFC CEO Dana White made some big announcements as it relates to December's UFC 323 event — the final pay-per-view card under the ESPN banner before the shift to Paramount — and revealed that Merab Dvalishvili will attempt to defend his bantamweight title for the fourth time. If he's successful against Petr Yan, is Dvalishvili's 2025 the best year for a fighter in UFC history? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to White announcing Dvalishvili vs. Yan 2, and Alexandre Pantoja vs. Josh Van for the flyweight title. Additionally, topics may include Charles Oliveira's big win over Mateusz Gamrot at UFC Rio and callout of Max Holloway for the BMF title, the revised Ali Act getting support from CSAC, Saturday's UFC Vancouver event headlined by Reinier de Ridder vs. Brendan Allen, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions about all things mixed martial arts and combat sports. 🔵 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4f1JueVgo5t9HSmobCRPug/join 🔵 Subscribe to MMA Fighting on YouTube: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH 🔵 Subscribe to MMA Fighting feed on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mma-fighting/id320642139 🔴 Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi 🔴 Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM 🔗 Like on Facebook: https://mma-fighting.visitlink.me/jXx747 🔗 Follow on X: https://mma-fighting.visitlink.me/oHZAG3 🔗 Follow on Instagram: https://mma-fighting.visitlink.me/eZP5ff 🔗 Follow on TikTok: https://mma-fighting.visitlink.me/DZzQ3W 🔗 Follow on Threads: https://mma-fighting.visitlink.me/pJJ2xj 🔗 Follow on Bluesky: https://mma-fighting.visitlink.me/GIxe-N 🔗 Subscribe on Twitch: https://mma-fighting.visitlink.me/nSjCJV 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Reinier de Ridder fighting for a title shot this weekend? This Saturday, UFC Vancouver goes down in The Great White North, headlined by a middleweight main event matchup between two-division ONE champion Reinier de Ridder and short notice replacement Brendan Allen. De Ridder was supposed to take on Anthony Hernandez in a functional title eliminator, but now that he’s out, will a win over Allen get RDR the same opportunity? No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo, taking a look at all things UFC Vancouver. Topics discussed include RDR's chances to keep his run alive and maybe sneak into a title shot, whether Kevin Holland is on the decline and if Mike Malott can take advantage, Jasmine Jasudavicius and her shot at upsetting Manon Fiorot, the return of Chito Vera, the next step of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 140 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the news that Conor McGregor was suspended for 18 months under a violation of the UFC’s anti-doping policy but he’ll still be cleared in time for the upcoming White House card. Brown details how McGregor’s suspension is actually a symptom of a bigger problem with the UFC currently. We’ll also discuss Charles Oliveira’s big win over Mateusz Gamrot and what’s next for him and the rest of the top lightweights in the UFC plus much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dana White made some big announcements for the UFC's final pay-per-view of 2025 and announced that Merab Dvalishvili looks to make his fourth title defense against former champ Petr Yan in a rematch to headline UFC 323. Additionally, White confirmed that Alexandre Pantoja defends the flyweight title against top contender Josh Van in the co-main event. Following the big reveal from the UFC CEO, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck reacts to the bouts announced, how the card stacks up for the final numbered card event of the year, Henry Cejudo returning against Payton Talbott, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Charles Oliveira once again proved to be invincible when fighting in his native Brazil and the future Hall of Famer kept himself in line for more big matchups in the future. Could it be a long-awaited rematch with Max Holloway with the “BMF” title on the line? Is he the one to slow Paddy Pimblett’s role? Or is there another fight in Oliveira’s future that can set him up for one last shot at the undisputed lightweight championship, On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee mans the ship with a huge helping hand from the listeners as they discuss what’s next for “do Bronx” after a crowd-pleasing submission Mateusz Gamrot. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Deiveson Figueiredo, who shut down the streaking Montel Jackson in the co-main event, plus what’s next for Joel Alvarez, Mario Pinto, Kaan Ofli, Bia Mesquita, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Charles Oliveira made it look easy against Mateusz Gamrot in the main event of UFC Rio, delivering a pillar-to-post performance en route to a second-round submission victory to get back in the win column. After the fight, Oliveira called for a BMF title fight against Max Holloway, and the MMA community seems to agree. Following a wild Fight Night card on Saturday night in Brazil, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee react to the event, Oliveira's performance, and callout of Holloway for a second meeting in the octagon. Additionally, they discuss Deiveson Figueiredo's decision win over Montel Jackson in the co-main event, if the title hopes for Gamrot and Jackson are officially gone, strange referee moments throughout the event — including the controversial first round in the Joel Alvarez decision win over Vicente Luque — and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Charles Oliveira looks to bounce back from a brutal knockout loss to Ilia Topuria in the main event of UFC 317 as he faces former KSW champ, and top-10 lightweight Mateusz Gamrot in the main event of UFC Rio on Saturday. Although Oliveira is still super popular, is it a do-or-die moment for the former UFC lightweight champion? Ahead of the UFC's return to Brazil, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee preview the UFC Fight Night event, the headliner between Oliveira and Gamrot, and the stakes for both guys. Additionally, they discuss the co-main event between former champ Deiveson Figueiredo and surging bantamweight Montel Jackson, other standout matchups on the card, the low-key bouts that could steal the show, answer viewer questions, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alex Pereira and Merab Dvalishvili left T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas as UFC champions following a wild UFC 320 event this past Saturday night. While Dvalishvili has his eye on a rematch with Petr Yan, Pereira has a lot of options ahead of him, including a mega-fight against Jon Jones at heavyweight. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel puts a bow on the UFC 320 festivities, and discuss where Pereira and Dvalishvili go, along with other standout moments such as Jiri Prochazka's wild comeback knockout in the featured bout. Additionally, topics may include Conor McGregor getting popped with an 18-month suspension under the UFC anti-doping policy and the weirdness surrounding it, Saturday's UFC Rio event headlined by a lightweight matchup between Charles Oliveira and Mateusz Gamrot, and much more. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee turn the programming over to the viewers for a special Q&A edition of the program. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is heading back to Brazil! This Saturday, UFC Rio goes down in the first nation of fighting, headlined by a lightweight main event matchup between former champion Charles Oliveira, and top-10 contender Mateusz Gamrot, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo, taking a look at all things UFC Rio. Topics discussed include Oliveira's quick turnaround, Gamrot's chances while stepping on on short notice to replace Rafael Fiziev, whether Deiveson Figueiredo is done, Joel Alvarez's move to welterweight, the next step of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 139 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to UFC 320 including Alex Pereira tearing through Magomed Ankalaev in just 80 seconds, which was a worst case scenario for Ankalaev. With the win Pereira is calling for a fight against Jon Jones but Brown makes his argument that Jones needs to fight Tom Aspinall and nobody else. Plus we’ll discuss Merab Dvalishvili’s latest win over Cory Sandhagen and if there’s anybody really left for him to fight at bantamweight? Plus much more Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alex Pereira and Merab Dvalshvili left UFC 320 as world champions following Saturday's pay-per-view event, with Pereira delivering an 80 second knockout to cap off the event. With a lot of questions surrounding the fighting future of "Poatan" at 205 pounds, where does the star fighter go next? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Pereira and Ankalaev following their second meeting in Las Vegas. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Dvalishvili and Cory Sandhagen after a dominant decision win for "The Machine" in the co-main event, Jiri Prochazka following his incredible knockout of Khalil Rountree in the featured bout, Youssef Zalal after his impressive and quick submission of Josh Emmett, along with fellow main card winner Joe Pyfer, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alex Pereira not only defeated Magomed Ankalaev in their rematch at UFC 320, but he made it look easy, needing only 80 seconds to get the knockout victory. Now that Pereira has exacted revenge, where does "Poatan" go after adding another highlight to his already incredible reel? Following Saturday's pay-per-view event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to a wild night in Las Vegas, Pereira's incredible performance, if he remains at 205, or moves up to heavyweight to fight Jon Jones. Additionally, they discuss Merab Dvalishvili's successful bantamweight title defense against Cory Sandhagen in the co-main event and what could be next for the dominant champ, Jiri Prochazka's insane comeback knockout of Khalil Rountree, the bonus winners and if the UFC got them right, Patchy Mix falling to 0-2 in the UFC, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alex Pereira looks to avoid the first two-fight losing streak of his UFC career as he aims to regain the light heavyweight title against the man who dethroned him earlier this year in Magomed Ankalaev. Will the legend of "Poatan" write another chapter, or will the champ make it 2-0 against the Brazilian star in the main event of UFC 320? Ahead of Saturday's pay-per-view event in Las Vegas, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee preview the card, the main event rematch between Ankalaev and Pereira, discuss the stakes attached, and burning questions heading in. Additionally, they discuss the fascinating bantamweight championship co-main event between Merab Dvalishvili and Cory Sandhagen, the 205-pound banger featured bout between former champion Jiri Prochazka and Khalil Rountree, other big storylines, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC returns this Saturday for their first pay-per-view card in over a month with UFC 320, which features two world title fights, including Magomed Ankalaev facing Alex Pereira in a rematch for the light heavyweight title, while Merab Dvalishvili defends the bantamweight championship against Cory Sandhagen. What results would be most surprising this weekend in Las Vegas? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the two big championship fights, the stakes attached, and the how the lineup stacks up overall. Additionally, topics may include the fallout of UFC Perth and Carlos Ulberg's big win over Dominick Reyes, Dana White announcing Arman Tsarukyan vs. Dan Hooker and Belal Muhammad vs. Ian Machado Garry for UFC Qatar, BKFC 82 this Saturday headlined by Mike Perry vs. Jeremy Stephens, Frankie Edgar getting scratched from the lineup, Conor McGregor's "six-month operation" to UFC return, and much more. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew answer viewer questions all show long ahead of a busy weekend in combat sports. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're back! Due to a light schedule and some technical difficulties, it's been nearly a month since the last No Bets Barred, but we are back just in time for the first pay-per-view event in a month. This Saturday, UFC 320 goes down in Las Vegas, headlined by a light heavyweight title rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira, and also featuring a bantamweight title fight between Merab Dvalishvili and Cory Sandhagen. And with such a big event, No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Morning Kombat's Luke Noseda to take a deep dive into all things UFC 320, plus a little PFL action as well. Topics discussed include Pereira's chances to reclaim the light heavyweight title, Sandhagen's chances to upset Merab, the banger of a feature fight between Jiri Prochazka and Khalil Rountree Jr., some gimmick parlays, the next step of The Climb, and much more. Tune in for episode 138 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Wanderlei Silva suffering a brutal knockout in a post-fight brawl in Brazil and we look ahead at UFC 320 including our picks and predictions for Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira 2 and Merab Dvalishvili vs. Cory Sandhagen plus much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Carlos Ulberg has done just about everything he can to make his case for a title shot. “Black Jag” was already on a red hot win streak with eight straight wins, but he put an exclamation point ont hat run Saturday with a first-round knockout of the resurgent Dominick Reyes. With Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira rematching for the light heavyweight championship at UFC 320 next Saturday and top contenders Jiri Prochazka and Khalil Rountree also on that card, is there still too much noise at the top of the division for Ulberg to get his opportunity? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss whether Ulberg has placed himself firmly at the front of the contender pack with his statement win. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Jimmy Crute, Jack Jenkins, budding Hall of Fame candidate Neil Magny, top lightweight prospect Tom Nolan, and more. Plus, what to make of the public and critical reception to UFC Perth, and listener picks to close out the show. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Carlos Ulberg made a statement, and sent a message to Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira in the process on Saturday night in the main event of UFC Perth. Is Ulberg next in line for a title fight after next weekend's pay-per-view card in Las Vegas? Following the UFC's latest Fight Night event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Jed Meshew, and E. Casey Leydon react to Ulberg's brutal knockout win over Dominick Reyes, discuss if the win gets him the next championship fight at 205 pounds, and if this was the end of Reyes' title hopes for good. Additionally, they discuss the chaos of Neil Magny's comeback submission win over Jake Matthews, Jimmy Crute's unique submission, other moments from the event, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The light heavyweight title is on the line at UFC 320 next week, but the UFC Perth main event could produce a surprising No. 1 contender. Carlos Ulberg takes on Dominick Reyes on Saturday and while the two have taken vastly different paths to get to this spot, what they have in common are a string of results that have pushed them towards title contention. Will the surging Ulberg make it nine straight wins to force the matchmakers to consider a fresh challenger, or will the resurgent Dominick Reyes continue his storybook march towards a second championship opportunity? Ahead of Saturday's Fight Night event at RAC Arena, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew figure out where Ulberg and Reyes fit in the picture with Magomed Ankalaev, Alex Pereira, Jiri Prochazka, and Khalil Rountree all in action soon, plus what to make of a 13-fight card that has struggled to sell tickets and to capture the attention of fans. Additionally, the crew debates whether Neil Magny is a future Hall of Fame inductee, who has the chance to steal the show, and we take listener questions and comments. Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC CEO Dana White gave fans and media a look at the renderings for what the UFC White House event may look like when the promotion puts on the historic card in June. How does it all look, plus what is this actually supposed to be in execution? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to the renderings White shared to Fox News, and try to decipher what the event is — is it a massive UFC card on the White House's South Lawn, or will be a U.S. vs. the world type card? Additionally, topics include Charles Oliveira getting a new opponent for the UFC Rio main event against Mateusz Gamrot and if it was the right call, UFC Perth this Saturday headlined by Carlos Ulberg vs. Dominick Reyes, Jake Paul vs. Tank Davis getting a new location, and having the first two press conferences to promote the card, and much more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Morning Kombat's Brian Campbell. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Brian Campbell: @BCampbell 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss Dana White’s hesitancy to book Jon Jones at the upcoming White House card and reacting to Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler potentially headlining that show instead. Is McGregor’s comeback worthy of such a marquee spot on a once-in-a-lifetime fight card? Plus we discuss Ronda Rousey suddenly saying she’s falling in love with MMA all over again. Could Rousey be poised for a comeback of her own? All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC CEO Dana White took his talents to the boxing world for Canelo vs. Crawford this past Saturday, which was capped off by Terence Crawford's masterpiece against Canelo Alvarez to capture the undisputed super middleweight title in Las Vegas. How did it all go for White, how much credit and criticism should be on him, and can White and Turki Alalshikh co-exist in the long run? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to the event, Crawford's victory, and the middle of the road response thus far from the fans towards White, the promotion, and the production. Additionally, topics may include Ilia Topuria calling out Crawford, but it falling on deaf ears, the fallout of Noche UFC, Diego Lopes crazy win over Jean Silva in the main event, if the card delivered, Anthony Hernandez getting scratched from the UFC Vancouver main event with Reinier de Ridder and the effect that has on the middleweight division, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and José Youngs as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jose 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the fallout from Terence Crawford beating Canelo Alvarez in a historic showdown as well as UFC champion Ilia Topuria calling for a fight against Crawford in the ring. We’ll also discuss the proposed changes under the Muhammad Ali Revival Act that could potentially bring UFC style promotion to the sport of boxing and what that means for the athletes. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Diego Lopes isn’t stepping out of the championship contender picture just yet. With a resounding win over Jean Silva in Saturday’s Noche UFC main event, Lopes kept himself in line for another shot at the featherweight title he fell short of capturing this past April. But just how much closer is he to going another five rounds with Alexander Volkanovski? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Lopes as he looks to further separate himself from a crowded 145-pound pack that includes rivals Movsar Evloev and Yair Rodriguez, and former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for the fast-rising David Martinez, surging lightweights Alexander Hernandez and Rafa Garcia, and 21-year-old debutant Santiago Luna. Plus, what to do with Kelvin Gastelum after another weight miss debacle, and listener picks to close out the show. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Terence Crawford was absolutely brilliant over 12 rounds of boxing against Canelo Alvarez in the main event of Canelo vs. Crawford on Saturday night in Las Vegas, while Diego Lopes delivered a brutal knockout of Jean Silva in the headline act of Noche UFC. What is your biggest takeaway from the doubleheader of combat sports action? Following Crawford's undisputed super middleweight championship victory over Alvarez, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to a loaded day and night of fights, where Crawford sits currently, where "Bud" goes next, and more. Additionally, they recap Lopes' wild finish of Silva that led to two post-fight bonuses, other highlights from the main card, the pretty rough preliminary slate, answer listener questions about both fight cards, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Saturday features a combat sports double header, starting off with Noche UFC, headlined by Diego Lopes taking on Jean Silva, and ending with the long-awaited Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford superfight. Ahead of Saturday's pair of events, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and José Youngs preview both events, starting with the boxing superfight that will be broadcast live on Netflix. Jed and José discuss how Crawford can pull off the upset, what a win means for both guys, and what they think will actually take place on Saturday. Additionally, they preview the Lopes vs. Silva main event, talk about Kelvin Gastelum missing weight and what that means for his career, and discuss their favorite low-key bangers, answer listener questions and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Jose 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a massive weekend ahead in the combat sports world with the boxing world taking the top billing as Canelo Alvare returns to the squared circle to face Terence Crawford in Las Vegas this Saturday. While the bout has significant stakes, and is a huge fight, does it feel as big as it should just days away from the first boxing event promoted by Dana White? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the matchup, the burning questions, and how well it may do on Netflix compared to this past November's Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul event. Additionally, they talk the fallout from UFC Paris, Nassourdine Imavov's big win and where he fits in the Khamzat Chimaev sweepstakes, Brian Ortega breaking his silence about the UFC Shanghai weigh cut chaos and performance against Aljamain Sterling, Noche UFC headlined by Jean Silva vs. Diego Lopes, how the card stacks up overall, and much more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and José Youngs. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Jose 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's that time of the year again. This Saturday, Noche UFC goes down, celebrating Mexican Independence Day with a big UFC event, this time in San Antonio, Texas. But that's not the only big thing this weekend, aside from the Diego Lopes vs. Jean Silva UFC main event, this Saturday also features the highly-anticipated boxing superfight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford, which goes down in Las Vegas. It's the biggest fight weekend of the year, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo as he dives into both Noche UFC and Canelo-Crawford. Topics discussed include Jean Silva's title prospects should he beat Diego Lopes, Canelo decision to fight Terence Crawford instead of someone his size, the start to the newest edition of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 137 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nassourdine Imavov delivered in the main event of UFC Paris, putting him in pole position to challenge newly crowned middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev. But did he do enough to cement the spot or will the upcoming Reinier de Ridder vs. Anthony Hernandez matchup provide a true No. 1 contender? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Imavov after defeating fellow top contender Caio Borralho. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Benoit Saint Denis after he ran through Mauricio Ruffy in the lightweight co-main event, Modestas Bukauskas after he retired Paul Craig to win his fourth straight fight, along with fellow main card winners Mason Jones, Axel Sola, William Gomis, and more. All that, plus listener picks to close out the show. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nassourdine Imavov checked off the most important box on Saturday with a dominant decision win over Caio Borralho in the main event of UFC Paris. With Dana White setting up a two-fight tryout, of sorts, to face Khamzat Chimaev in his first title defense, was Imavov's performance enough to make him the undeniable guy to face the new champion next? Following a fun event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Imavov's win and performance, discuss why he might have to wait a little longer to get his first title shot, and where Borralho goes from his first UFC loss. Additionally, they discuss Benoit Saint Denis' destruction of Mauricio Ruffy in the co-main event, a record-tying 11 finishes on the card, other standout moments, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
While Nassourdine Imavov and Caio Borralho are good to go for their pivotal UFC middleweight main event at UFC Paris, one of the most exciting bouts scheduled for Saturday's card is off altogether after Losene Keita badly missed weight for his matchup with Patricio Pitbull. What does the loss of that fight do for the card overall? Ahead of Saturday's Fight Night event at Accor Arena, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and José Youngs react to the news of the former OKTAGON champ's disastrous hiccup on the scale, and where that leaves both he and Pitbull moving forward. Additionally, they preview the Imavov vs. Borralho main event to kick off an important run for the top of the division, discuss the burning questions, if going first before the Reinier de Ridder vs. Anthony Hernandez fight at UFC Vancouver is the better spot to be in, the co-main event between Benoit Saint Denis and Mauricio Ruffy, the low-key bangers, answer listener questions and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jose 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
While it was a rare weekend off for the UFC, it was a very busy weekend in the combat sports world, with CJI 2, DBX 3, RAF 1, and stealing the headlines, Misfits Boxing 22 — which was capped off by Darren Till brutally knocking out Luke Rockhold. What was the standout moment from this past weekend, and what are the burning questions in the aftermath? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel recaps the weekend that was, and answers your questions about standout moments. Additionally, topics may include Dana White announcing three big title fights for UFC 321 and UFC 322 — including Jack Della Maddalena vs. Islam Makhachev in the main event of UFC 322 at Madison Square Garden — the UFC returning to Paris this weekend for an event headlined by a pivotal middleweight matchup between Nassourdine Imavov and Caio Borralho, Tony Ferguson getting his first win in over six years, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Darren Till absolutely destroyed Luke Rockhold in the main event of Misfits Boxing 2022 on Saturday in Manchester, England, and the finish of the fight saw Till deliver one of the scariest knockouts in the boxing ring in 2025. What is next for Till, and should Saturday mark the end of the combat sports career — at least from a striking aspect — of Rockhold? Following the event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the card, Till's big win, the possibility of Rockhold continuing on, and if Till vs. Carl Froch is the fight to make. Additionally, they discuss Tony Ferguson getting his first win in over six years with a very questionable TKO stoppage of Salt Papi in the co-main event, Dillon Danis making is look easy against Warren Spencer in his MMA bout, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC CEO Dana White announced a number of big fights, including Jack Della Maddalena vs. Islam Makhachev for the welterweight title as the main event for UFC 322 at Madison Square Garden, along with Valentina Shevchenko defending her flyweight title against Zhang Weili in the co-main event, as Zhang officially is vacating the strawweight title. Following the major news, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and E. Casey Leydon react to those massive fights, along with Leon Edwards vs. Carlos Prates on the MSG card. Additionally, they discuss Virna Jandiroba vs. Mackenzie Dern for the vacant strawweight title at UFC 321 and other additions to the promotion's return to Abu Dhabi, White saying the White House card is a go for next July, and much more! Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC Shanghai is in the books, and while some things certainly happened that were newsworthy, the two biggest storylines came from the final two fights, including Brian Ortega's rough 48 hour stretch from his chaotic weigh in, to his performance against Aljamain Sterling in a lopsided five-round loss. Where does "T-City" go next, and could it be to a promotion outside of the UFC? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the fallout from the UFC's most recent Fight Night event, what happens with Ortega next, what Sterling gains from the biggest win of his featherweight run, and Johnny Walker stopping Mingyang Zhang in the main event. Additionally, topics may include Saturday's Misfits Boxing 22 event, which features Darren Till vs. Luke Rockhold, Tony Ferguson vs. Salt Papi, and Dillon Danis in an MMA fight, the Raja Jackson — the son of Rampage Jackson — incident in the pro wrestling world, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they discuss the biggest stories in the combat sports world. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC's middleweight division is in a fascinating place right now. Khamzat Chimaev is the brand new middleweight champion after dominating Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319, which has shaken up the MMA Fighting pound-for-pound rankings. With four contenders vying for the chance to face Chimaev in his first title defense, who has the best chance to get it done? On an all-new edition of the MMA Fighting Rankings Show, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew step in for Alexander K. Lee in the hosting chair to discuss all of the changes going on in the rankings since we last spoke — including the madness at middleweight, Chimaev's rise and du Plessis' fall down the pound-for-pound rankings, and ranking who has the best shot to beat Chimaev in Nassourdine Imavov, Caio Borralho, Reinier de Riddder, and Anthony Hernandez. Additionally, they discuss where Brian Ortega now goes after a terrible week at UFC Shanghai, changes in the featherweight rankings, and who could make a low-key leap up the rankings by the end of the year. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss Raja Jackson, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson’s son, assaulting a pro wrestler during a scripted segment gone wrong. We’ll also discuss Jake Paul’s decision to face Gervonta “Tank” Davis in his next fight as well as Daniel Cormier removing Jon Jones from his ‘Mount Rushmore of MMA’ over past drug test failures and Matt reveals the last time he got nervous meeting another fighter plus much more… Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ahead of Misfits 22 on Saturday, main event fighters Darren Till and Luke Rockhold join Damon Martin to chat about their upcoming fight and how this matchup actually came together. Till reveals the fighters he was originally pursuing while Rockhold discusses fallout from the GFL debacle and if he's even interested in doing MMA again. Former UFC interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson also stops by to discuss his move into boxing and split with the UFC as well as his future in combat sports plus much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Johnny Walker entered the UFC Shanghai main event with Zhang Mingyang as a massive underdog and left the octagon after the fight a winner after earning an upset second-round TKO victory. Is Walker now poised to make a run in the light heavyweight division, and should he get his wish of fighting former champ Jan Blachowicz next? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and guest host Jed Meshew discuss what's next for Walker after his big win in Saturday's headliner. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Aljamain Sterling following his lopsided victory over Brian Ortega in the catchweight co-main event, Sergei Pavlovich after his decision victory against Waldo Cortes-Acosta in the heavyweight featured bout, along with fellow main card winners Sumudaerji, Taiyilake Nueraji, and more. All of that, plus listener picks to close out the show. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC's return to Shanghai is officially in the books, and the event ended with Johnny Walker pulling off a big upset in the main event, and a former bantamweight champion making a case for a title shot in a second division. Where do both fighters go from their big wins? Following Saturday's UFC Shanghai event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and E. Casey Leydon react to the card, Walker's stunning second-round TKO win over Zhang Mingyang, Walker's callout of Jan Blachowicz, and discuss what could be next for Zhang after suffering his first UFC loss. Additionally, topics include Aljamain Sterling's lopsided win over Brian Ortega in the co-main event, where Sterling is in the title conversation, if we just saw Ortega's final fight in the UFC, other standout moments, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC Shanghai goes down in the early morning hours on Saturday, and during Thursday night's weigh-ins, Brian Ortega appeared to be in rough shape ahead of his pivotal matchup with former bantamweight champ Aljamain Sterling. While reports stated the fight was off, it will indeed take place at a catchweight of 153 pounds, despite Ortega looking horrible during his final staredown with Sterling. Should this fight go on? Ahead of this weekend's UFC Fight Night event, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Mike Heck preview the card, react to Ortega's weigh-in drama, and discuss the fight with Sterling. Additionally, they talk the light heavyweight main event between Zhang Mingyang and Johnny Walker, the stakes for the division that needs as much excitement as possible, the heavyweight featured bout between Sergei Pavlovich and Waldo Cortes-Acosta, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Following UFC 319, Khamzat Chimaev is the brand new UFC middleweight champion after delivering a lopsided victory against Dricus du Plessis in the main event. While Chimaev was in full control for 99 percent of the bout, the performance has garnered from groans from UFC fans and the MMA community. Is that fair, and if so, which fighter should take the blame for it? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the UFC 319 main event, the backlash it has received despite the impressive showing from the new champion, and what's next for du Plessis following his first UFC loss. Additionally, they react to Lerone Murphy's sensational knockout of Aaron Pico, if Murphy is definitely Alexander Volkanovski's next challenger, what the next step for Pico should be, Saturday's UFC Shanghai card headlined by Zhang Mingyang and Johnny Walker, Anthony Hernandez vs. Reinier de Ridder being announced for UFC Vancouver, Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis, and more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Morning Kombat's Long Island Luke. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Long Island Luke: @maincardminute 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is headed back to China. This Saturday, the UFC returns to The Middle Kingdom with UFC Shanghai, headlined by a light heavyweight contest between Johnny Walker and Zhang Mingyang, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo as he dives into UFC Shanghai. Topics discussed include his disastrous showing at UFC 319, The Mountain Tiger's chances to run over Walker, the five-round co-main event between Brian Ortega and Aljamain Sterling, the featured heavyweight bout between Sergei Pavlovich and Waldo Cortes-Acosta, the latest update on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 136 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon martin react to everything that unfolded at UFC 319 including Khamzat Chimaev shutting down Dricus du Plessis to become middleweight champion in the main event. As dominant as it was, did Chimaev deserve criticism for not taking more chances to potentially go for a finish? Plus we discuss Aaron Pico suffering a devastating knockout loss in his octagon debut and where Lerone Murphy goes from here with that win. We’ll also talk about Carlos Prates’ spinning back elbow knockout and where he ranks among the hardest hitting welterweights of all time plus much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 319 is a wrap and Khamzat Chimaev is the brand new UFC middleweight champion after delivering a one-sided, grappling-heavy performance to beat Dricus du Plessis in the main event. With Chimaev finally realizing his goal of becoming a world champion, where does the undefeated phenomenon go in his first championship defense? Is it the streaking Anthony Hernandez? Or perhaps the enigmatic Reinier de Ridder? Should the UFC Paris main event winner between Nassourdine Imavov and Caio Borralho be anointed as the rightful No. 1 contender? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for both Chimaev and du Plessis following their championship fight in Chicago. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Lerone Murphy after knocking Aaron Pico out cold in the co-main event, Carlos Prates following his brutal knockout of Geoff Neal, along with fellow main card winners Michael Page and Tim Elliott, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Khamzat Chimaev is the brand new UFC middleweight champion as he dominated Dricus du Plessis for 25 lopsided minutes in the main event of UFC 319. Now that Chimaev has shown he can deliver big results in a five-round fight, is there anybody at middleweight who can beat him? Following Saturday's pay-per-view event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the card, Chimaev's impressive showing, the fan reaction, and who could be next for "Borz" and du Plessis. Additionally, they recap Lerone Murphy's Knockout of the Year contender against Aaron Pico, Murphy getting champ Alexander Volkanovski's attention, other standout moments, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Relive the magic of UFC 319's live watch party with Mike Heck and Jed Meshew! Check out the original UFC 319 Watch Party here: https://youtube.com/live/79GK82eyyIg Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Khamzat Chimaev is finally getting his chance at UFC gold, but will Dricus du Plessis keep him waiting? This Saturday at United Center in Chicago, du Plessis puts his middleweight title on the line against Chimaev in the main event of UFC 319. It's the biggest fight of the year and one with major stakes as to the future of both competitors. Will Chimaev finally grab gold or will du Plessis stake his claim as one of the best fighters on Earth? Ahead of this weekend's event, MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew preview the the middleweight title fight main event, the co-main event bout between Aaron Pico and Lerone Murphy, Bryan Battle's tough weight miss, the rest of Saturday's big event, and much more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
This Saturday, the highly anticipated UFC middleweight championship bout takes place in Chicago in the main event of UFC 319. Dricus du Plessis puts his championship on the line for the third time against the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev. What is at stake for both fighters outside of the championship belt? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the wildly intriguing fight between du Plessis and Chimaev, and what a win can mean for both men. Additionally, topics may include Aaron Pico's UFC debut against Lerone Murphy in the co-main event and Pico getting the attention of featherweight champ Alexander Volkanovski, the UFC's multi-billion dollar new streaming deal with Paramount, Dana White promising fighter pay will go up with the bonuses, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is back in Chicago! This Saturday, the UFC heads to the Windy City for UFC 319 and one of the most anticipated fights of the year. In the main event, Dricus du Plessis puts his middleweight title on the line against Khamzat Chimaev, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by the Action Network's Billy Ward to dive into all the fights at UFC 319. Topics discussed include du Plessis's chances at upsetting Chimaev and retaining his title, Aaron Pico's UFC debut against Lerone Murphy, Geoff Neal's shot at upsetting Carlos Prates, the weirdness of Michael "Venom" Page vs. Jared Cannonier, the latest update on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 135 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @Psychoward586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev battle in a UFC middleweight championship bout at UFC 319, check out the roads each fighter took to Saturday's main event matchup. Follow Mike Heck: @mikeheck_jr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the news that the UFC signed a $7.7 billion deal to move to Paramount starting in January but how does that affect the fighters? Will this deal benefit them in any way? Brown has his doubts. Plus we preview UFC 319 and give our picks for Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev and Aaron Pico vs. Lerone Murphy plus much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC and CEO Dana White announced on Monday morning that they've signed an exclusive new deal with Paramount+ for $7.7 billion, which begins in 2026, and that the pay-per-view model will go away with it. Following the massive news MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee react to the UFC's new deal, and what it all could mean. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anthony Hernandez made it look easy against the very tough Roman Dolidze in the main event of UFC Vegas 109 to add another wrinkle to the already loaded up middleweight title picture. Was the performance from "Fluffy" enough to get him a title shot or a No. 1 contender fight, or will he need a couple of more wins to get there? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Hernandez after submitting Dolidze in the fourth round to pick up his eighth straight victory. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Steve Erceg after defeating Ode Osbourne in the co-main event, Iasmin Lucindo following her decision win over Angela Hill, along with fellow main card winners, Andre Fili, Jean Matsumoto, Christian Leroy Duncan, and more. All that and another fine selection of listener picks. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anthony Hernandez may have had the best overall performance in the UFC octagon as he destroyed Roman Dolidze in a lopsided beatdown in the main event of UFC Vegas 109. Could "Fluffy" find his way in a title eliminator next, perhaps, against Reinier de Ridder next following the performance of his career? Following Saturday's card, MMA Fighting 's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the event, the incredible performance from Hernandez in the headliner, and where both fighters go from here. Additionally, they react to the bonus winners, Elijah Smith's frightening slam knockout victory during the preliminary portion of the card, Steve Erceg getting back in the win column, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anthony Hernandez just keeps winning, but can’t seem to make much headway in the crowded middleweight contender line. Is there anything he can do in the UFC Vegas 109 main event to change the minds of the matchmakers? Facing off with Hernandez is Roman Dolidze, a hardened veteran seeking to sneak into the title picture himself. Dolidze has never been finished, so if Hernandez is looking for an exclamation point to put on his contender statement, he might have to do something no fighter has done before and put Dolidze away inside the distance. Ahead of this weekend’s UFC Fight Night event, MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee and José Youngs preview the the middleweight headliner between Hernandez and Dolidze, and where they might stand Monday with several stars in their division set to compete in the coming months. Additionally, they discuss Friday’s weight-cut drama, one-time title challenger Steve Erceg looking to avoid a fourth straight loss, the ageless Angela Hill, what fights to look for on the prelims, and much more. Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC star Conor McGregor hasn't competed in over four years, but with the former two-division champ officially back in the testing pool, does that enhance the belief that the sport's biggest star ever will actually compete inside the octagon in 2026? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses that topic — if you choose it to be talked about — and the confidence levels in a possible McGregor return to active competition. Additionally, topics may include Tatsuro Taira destroying Hyun Sung Park in the main event of UFC Vegas 108 and the Fight of the Year contenders that preceded that contest, the countdown heating up ahead of the UFC 319 main event between Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev, the UFC being back at the APEX once again this Saturday for UFC Vegas 109 headlined by Anthony Hernandez vs. Roman Dolidze, and much more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup — with a Q&A twist — between MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and José Youngs. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Once more into the APEX, dear friends. For the second week in a row, this Saturday, UFC Vegas 109 goes down in the world’s mightiest APEX and with it comes a matchup of elite middleweights. In the main event, Roman Dolidze takes on Anthony Hernandez in a bout with major divisional implications, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to break down UFC Vegas 109, giving his thoughts on the main event matchup, what's at stake between Dolidze and "Fluffy," Steve Erceg's chances in the co-main event against his short-notice replacement, some ranked women's matchups on the card, a few exciting prospects, the latest update on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 134 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin debate who actually has the better chance of competing again — Jon Jones or Conor McGregor? Plus we’ll discuss Robert Whittaker’s future and if he should contemplate retirement now rather than later? And Brock Lesnar is back in WWE despite allegations naming him in a lawsuit against Vince McMahon but is anyone surprised he’s returning? All that and more on the latest episode! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tatsuro Taira is back on the winning track, but where does he currently stand in the contender line? The 25-year-old super prospect took out Hyun Sung Park in dominant fashion in the #UFC Vegas 108 main event, needing a little more than a minute to submit the short-notice opponent. Afterwards, Taira discussed possible matchups with #UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja and two-time champion Brandon Moreno. No matter what, the future is clearly bright for Taira. On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what’s the right career move for Taira after bouncing back from his first loss. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Chris Duncan and Esteban Ribovics after both fighters scored thrilling wins and Fight of the Night honors, along with fellow main card winners Karol Rosa, Neil Magny, Kevin Vallejos, and more. All that and another fine selection of listener picks. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC Vegas 108 delivered a lot of action — especially on the main card, but it was the final three bouts of the UFC's return to the APEX that will steal headlines for the next few days. In the main event, Tatsuro Taira destroyed Hyun Sung Park with relative ease via second-round submission to bounce back from his lone career loss. Following the event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the card, Taira's spectacular performance, his post-fight interview getting awkward with Michael Bisping, and if he could get a title shot next. Additionally, they discuss the two Fight of the Year contending lightweight bouts between Chris Duncan and Mateusz Rebecki, and Esteban Ribovics and Elves Brener, other standout performances from the Fight Night event, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
For the first time in 10 months, UFC flyweight prospect Tatsuro Taira returns to the octagon this Saturday, but he won't be competing against Amir Albazi. After Albazi had to exit due to not getting medically cleared, Taira now faces Hyun Sung Park in the main event of UFC Vegas 108. Can Taira return to form against a tough short notice replacement opponent? Ahead of this weekend's UFC Fight Night event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee preview the promotion's return to the APEX, the flyweight headliner between Taira and Park, and what potentially comes next for the winner. Additionally, they discuss the wild lightweight co-main event between Mateusz Rebecki and Chris Duncan, Neil Magny trying to avoid the first three-fight losing streak of his career, other standout fights on the card, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Reinier de Ridder and Robert Whittaker are now heading in two very different directions in the UFC's middleweight division following de Ridder's split decision win in the main event of UFC Abu Dhabi this past Saturday. Is de Ridder now in line to fight for the UFC title, and is Whittaker out of the championship picture at 185 for good? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to this past weekend's headliner and what could be next for both de Ridder and Whittaker in the fallout. Additionally, topics include referes Jason Herzog's non-stoppage in the controversial Steven Nguyen vs. Mohammad Yahya fight at UFC Abu Dhabi, the UFC's return to the APEX this Saturday for UFC Vegas 108 headlined by Tatsuro Taira vs. Hyun Sung Park, news and notes for this past week including Aaron Pico's new matchup against Lerone Murphy at UFC 319, Dan Hooker ripping the UFC over tickets, Tom Aspinall taking shots at Michael Chandler, and more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and José Youngs. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is heading back to the APEX. This Saturday, UFC Vegas 108 goes down in the world’s mightiest APEX and with it comes a matchup of elite flyweight prospects. In the main event, Tatsuro Taira takes on Road to UFC champion Hyun Sung Park in a short-notice replacement fight that figures to be a darn good scrap, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to break down UFC Vegas 108, giving his thoughts on the main event matchup, Park’s chances as he steps in for Amir Albazi on short notice, Mateusz Rebecki vs. Chris Duncan in the co-main event, Rinya Nakamura’s shot at rebounding from his first career defeat, the all-action featherweight scrap between Danny Silva and Kevin Vallejos, the sad end and new beginning of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 133 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss who has the most pressure on them in upcoming title fights including Tom Aspinall vs. Cyril Gane, Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira and Merab Dvalishvli vs. Cory Sandhagen. Plus we discuss Renanto Moicano turning down money from the UFC lawsuit and much more Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Reinier de Ridder might find himself in a UFC title fight in his next octagon appearance after picking up the biggest win of his career with a razor-close split decision sin over former champ Robert Whittaker. Could "RDR" face the winner of the UFC 319 championship main event between Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what could be next for de Ridder after defeating Whittaker in the UFC Abu Dhabi headliner. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Petr Yan following his co-main event win against Marcus McGhee, along with fellow main card winners Shara Magomedov, Asu Almabayev, Bogdan Guskov, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Reinier de Ridder just picked up the biggest win of his career as he outlasted former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker, winning a razor close split decision in the main event of UFC Abu Dhabi to move to 4-0 in the UFC. Did "RDR" put himself in position to fight the winner of Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319? Following Saturday's Fight Night event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee react to the card, de Ridder's victory over Whittaker, if the right fighter won, and discuss where the former ONE champion goes from here. Additionally, they discuss Petr Yan's win over Marcus McGhee, the bonus winners, Steven Nguyen breaking the UFC knockdowns record and Jason Herzog's performance as the referee in that fight, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC octagon touches down in Abu Dhabi with a loaded fight night card headlined by former middleweight champion and fan favorite Robert Whittaker taking on dark horse contender Reinier de Ridder. Can Whittaker find his vintage form once again or will "The Dutch Knight" continue his unbeaten UFC run en route to a future title shot? UFC Abu Dhabi features an impressive lineup beyond the middleweight main event, including another former champion in action as Petr Yan takes on the surging Marcus McGhee and Shara Bullet looking to rebound from his first loss when he takes on veteran Marc-Andre Barriault. Ahead of Saturday afternoon's event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee, and E. Casey Leydon preview the fight card, including what's at stake for Whittaker and de Ridder, who has the best chance to steal the show, how this card stacks up to some of the UFC's recent pay-per-view offerings, low-key bangers, fan questions, and more! Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC CEO Dana White dropped a ton of news on Tuesday in regards to the UFC's October pay-per-view lineup, including Alex Pereira getting a rematch against Magomed Ankalaev for the light heavyweight title, with Merab Dvalishvili defending the bantamweight belt against Cory Sandhagen in the co-main event of UFC 320, while Tom Aspinall defends the undisputed heavyweight championship against Ciryl Gane in the main event of UFC 321. Did the UFC get these fights right? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to White's big announcements, the stakes involved for all of the championship competitors, along with the Jiri Prochazka vs. Khalil Rountree bout for UFC 320. Additionally, they put a bow on UFC 318, Dustin Poirier losing his retirement fight to Max Holloway, Poirier's legacy, Holloway's ceiling at 155 and his next move, UFC Abu Dhabi this Saturday headlined by former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker facing the surging Reinier de Ridder, and much more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and Guilherme Gruz. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Guilherme Cruz: @guicruzzz 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Alan Jouban joins Damon Martin to discuss Dustin Poirier’s retirement this past weekend at UFC 318 and his performance against Max Holloway. We’ll also discuss what comes next for Holloway and if a rematch against new lightweight champion Ilia Topuria goes any different at 155 pounds? All that and much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Max Holloway did exactly what he promise — he spoiled the retirement fight of Dustin Poirier in front of Poirier's home crowd in New Orleans as he retained the BMF title in the main event of UFC 318 on Saturday night. After becoming the first to successfully defend that title, where does "Blessed" go in the UFC's lightweight division? Following the pay-per-view event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Holloway following his decision win over Poirier. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Paulo Costa after his lopsided decision win over Roman Kopylov in the co-main event, Daniel Rodriguez following his win over Kevin Holland in one of the craziest fights of 2025 thus far, along with fellow main card winners Patricio Pitbull, Michael Johnson, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dustin Poirier went to battle for the final time in the main event of Saturday night's UFC 318 pay-per-view card in New Orleans, but Max Holloway spoiled the party and became the first fighter to successfully defend the UFC's BMF title. "The Diamond" left it all inside the octagon in his sendoff fight, but his career didn't get the fairy tale ending. Following the wild fight card, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to all things UFC 318, the main event between Poirier and Holloway, discuss the go-to Poirier fight, and where Holloway goes from his impressive performance. Additionally, they talk the rest of the standout moments, the insane battle between Daniel Rodriguez and Kevin Holland, Paulo Costa's lopsided decision win over Roman Kopylov in the co-main event, the incredible preliminary portion of the card, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 318 goes down in just 24 hours, headlined by a ‘BMF’ title fight between Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier, in Poirier’s backyard of New Orleans. Most importantly though, this will be the final fight of Poirier’s illustrious career, and while \ “The Diamond” has won both of their previous matchups, Holloway is the favorite heading into this trilogy fight looking to spoil the party. UFC 318 goes down on Saturday night, and ahead of this marquee pay-per-view event, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview the fight card, break down the legacy of Dustin Poirier, and dive into the rest of the main card and undercard action, including the co-main event between Paulo Costa and Roman Kopylov, the feature bout between Kevin Holland and Daniel Rodriguez, the featherweight scrap between Dan Ige and Patricio Pitbull, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dustin Poirier's final UFC fight is just days away as he faces Max Holloway for the BMF title in the main event of UFC 318. With so much accomplished, and with so many memories made, what is Poirier's best moment as a professional mixed martial artist, and what will his legacy be? On an all-new edition of BTL, the panel discusses Poirier's incredible career, and what he leaves behind in the sport of MMA. Additionally, they'll answer questions about the rest of the UFC 318 lineup and grade the card as a whole, Jon Jones saying he wants to fight whoever is the heavyweight champ at the White House next July, Conor McGregor saying he's back in the testing pool to fight on the White House card, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they discuss these topics, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dustin Poirier is about to make the walk for the final time. This Saturday, UFC 318 goes down at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, headlined by a ‘BMF’ title fight between Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier. It’s the final fight in Poirier’s illustrious career, and the entire event has been built around “The Diamond” and his swan song, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by the Morning Kombat’s Luke Noseda to dive into UFC 318. Topics discussed include if Poirier can get the fairytale ending to his career, whether Paulo Costa will even show up for the co-main event, Kevin Holland’s ridiculous fight schedule in 2025, break downs for the rest of the action, Jed’s latest step in The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 132 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin break down the UFC 318 main event between Dustin Poirier and Max Holloway and give their picks. Does Holloway have an advantage because he’s still planning to fight again while Poirier is retiring no matter the result? Plus how will Poirier be remembered when his career is over? He was never an undisputed champion but he accomplished a lot. All this plus more on the latest episode! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Derrick Lewis sent the fans in Nashville home happy with a 35-second knockout victory over Tallison Teixeira in the main event of Saturday's UFC Nashville card. "The Black Beast" is one of the most popular fighters on the roster right now, so a big fight for Lewis is quite possible — but could "big fight" mean title shot? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck gives his thoughts on what's next for Lewis after picking up another main event knockout victory. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Gabriel Bonfim following his controversial decision win over Stephen Thompson in the co-main event, Steve Garcia after his dominant unanimous decision win against Calvin Kattar, along with fellow main card winners Morgan Charriere, Vitor Petrino, Tuko Tokkos, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Derrick Lewis improved on his UFC knockout record with a 35-second finish of Tallison Teixeira in the main event of UFC Nashville. With the heavyweight division in a weird place following Jon Jones' retirement, and Tom Aspinall getting promoted to undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, is it possible that "The Black Beast" may have punched his ticket to a title fight? Following a very fun UFC Fight Night event on Saturday night, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Lewis' victory, the stoppage and if it was the right call, and if Lewis could find himself in a fight with Aspinall next. Additionally, they discuss the scorecards in the co-main event between Gabriel Bonfim and Stephen Thompson, Calvin Kattar suffering his fifth consecutive loss, Valter Walker's impressive streak of heel hook submissions, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Derrick Lewis and Tallison Teixeira, save the heavyweight division! OK, that may seem over-dramatic for what is, on paper, a fun main event between one of the UFC’s most veteran fighters and an undefeated 25-year-old prospect, but it’s been almost four months since we’ve seen a #UFC heavyweight finish and if Lewis and Teixeira can’t produce one, no one can. Ahead of Saturday’s #UFCNashville event, MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon preview the fight card, including how Lewis’ big-game experience stacks up against Teixeira’s raw talent, and how much closer this matchup nudges Lewis towards retirement, win or lose. Additionally, they discuss Stephen Thompson being in a similar situation to Lewis as he faces up-and-coming Brazilian standout Gabriel Bonfim, a pair of featherweight bangers on the main card, the standout stories from every fight on the card, and some wide odds rarely seen at the UFC level. All that, plus questions from YOU the fans. 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 Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Last week, President Donald Trump revealed that he wants to host a UFC event at the White House to celebrate America's 250th birthday. Is this something that could happen, and if so, what would be the fight to headline such an event? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel answers questions about that possibility, and the fighters' reactions to the idea of a White House UFC card. Additionally, topics may include Jon Jones teasing a comeback just weeks after announcing his retirement, UFC Nashville headlined by Derrick Lewis vs. Tallison Teixeira, the women's boxing event capped off by the Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano trilogy fight, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions for the entire show. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
PFL spokesperson and broadcaster Jonathan Coachman joins the channel to discuss PFL Africa, and answer viewer questions about anything and everything, hosted by MMA Fighting's Mike Heck. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The MMA Fighting team is back with Season 3 of its fantasy league! Who is set to star inside the octagon over the next six months? Will newly crowned lightweight champion Ilia Topuria make another appearance before 2026? Is Jack Della Maddalena the smart choice or is Islam Makhachev about to take all the fantasy points? Will Tom Aspinall finally get a fight? Plus, which under-the-radar standouts could fight more than once and produce the kinds of finishes that make the difference between winning and losing the league? Join the MMA Fighting staff as they select the 72 fighters they think are best poised to finish 2025 in a big way. Follow Alexander K. Lee @AlexanderKLee Follow Damon Martin @DamonMartin Follow Jed Meshew @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck @MikeHeck_JR Follow Guilherme Cruz @guicruzzz 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the news that Jon Jones is already planning to end his retirement with hopes of fighting at the White House plus does Conor McGregor teasing his return for that card even matter anymore? Plus we discuss Jake Paul earning a ranking by the WBA after his lopsided win over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jon Jones is actually retired. And despite his nearly unmatched in-cage accomplishments, the question remains: Is he truly the greatest fighter to ever compete in MMA? On a special edition of the MMA Fighting Rankings Show, Alexander K. Lee, Damon Martin, Jed Meshew, and E. Casey Leydon revisit the often-discussed topic of Jones’ legacy in regards to how it compares to others in the GOAT conversation. Did the two-division UFC champion do enough to surpass the achievements of Georges St-Pierre, Demetrious Johnson, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Jose Aldo, Fedor Emelianenko, and others? Pound for pound, is Jones the most skilled fighter ever? All four of our panelists put a number next to Jones’ name and make their case as to why he is or isn’t the undisputed GOAT. Plus, in the wake of Ilia Topuria’s game-changing knockout of Charles Oliveira at UFC 317, we suddenly find ourselves with three champions receiving votes for the No. 1 spot in the MMA Fighting Pound-for-Pound Rankings: Topuria, Islam Makhachev, and Alexandre Pantoja. Our panelists explain why their choice deserves to be considered the best overall fighter on the planet. Follow Alexander K. Lee @AlexanderKLee Follow Damon Martin @DamonMartin Follow Jed Meshew @JedKMeshew Follow E. Casey Leydon @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
At UFC 317, Ilia Topuria destroyed Charles Oliveira to capture the UFC lightweight championship, and did so with ease. After picking up his second UFC divisional title, does Topuria now surpass Islam Makhahev as the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world today? On an all new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the fallout of Topuria's incredible accomplishment and performance, if he leapfrogs Makhachev, and if a matchup with Paddy Pimblett is the fight the UFC ends up making. Additionally, questions may include Alexandre Pantoja's sensational title defense against Kai Kara-France, other standout moments from UFC 317, along with topics relating to some of the lingering stories in the world of mixed martial arts. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew for a special Q&A edition of the program. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss Ilia Topuria’s incredible knockout win at UFC 317, where this victory puts him in the pound-for-pound rankings, and his potential matchups against Arman Tsarukyan and Paddy Pimblett plus much more Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ilia Topuria is the new UFC lightweight champion after viciously knocking out Charles Oliveira in the main event of UFC 317 on Saturday night in Las Vegas. Topuria faced off with rival Paddy Pimblett following the victory, and while it may not be the meritocratic way to go about things, is this the fight to make for Topuria's first title defense? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Topuria after winning his second divisional UFC world title, along with who Oliveira could face in his next outing. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for flyweight champ Alexandre Pantoja and Kai Kara-France following Pantoja's submission win, Joshua Van after his win over Brandon Royval in a Fight of the Year contender, along with fellow main card winners Beneil Dariush, Payton Talbott, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ilia Topuria made it look easy against Charles Oliveira, just like he promised for weeks after the UFC 317 main event was announced for the vacant lightweight title. After becoming a two-division UFC world champion, is Topuria now the best fighter on the planet? Following an incredible pay-per-view fight card on Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the event, Topuria's spectacular knockout of Oliveira, his faceoff with Paddy Pimblett, and discuss if that's the correct fight to make fight for Topuria's first title defense. Additionally, they discuss Alexandre Pantoja's masterclass against Kai Kara-France to retain the flyweight title, facing off with Joshua Van — who defeated Brandon Royval in a Fight of the Year contender earlier on — other standout moments, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira battle for the UFC lightweight title in the main event of Saturday's UFC 317 fight card, while Alexandre Pantoja puts his flyweight belt on the line against Kai Kara-France. Ahead of the pay-per-view extravaganza, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee preview the event, the two title fights, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Even before the UFC could get to UFC 317 fight week, Jon Jones gave the MMA world plenty of headlines after Dana White announced that Jones notified the promotion of his retirement, and that Tom Aspinall has been promoted from interim to undisputed UFC heavyweight champion. On top of that, Jones had another alleged run-in with the law, which seemingly paints a tougher picture with each day that goes by. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to the shift in the UFC's heavyweight division, Jones' retirement and what he leaves behind in the sport, and Aspinall's promise to get the division out of the mud. Additionally, topics include UFC 317 this Saturday, Ilia Topuria facing Charles Oliveira for the vacant lightweight title in the main event, where Topuria goes with a win — or a loss — on Saturday, Jake Paul competing on Saturday againsT Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and the lack of buzz for the event, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
International Fight Week is upon us. The biggest week of the year for MMA goes down this week as the UFC brings its Hall of Fame ceremony and a monster pay-per-view to Las Vegas. Featuring two titles fights, UFC 317 is the hallmark event of the summer and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by the Action Network's Billy Ward to dive into UFC 317. Topics discussed include Ilia Topuria's chances to become the 10th two-division champion in UFC history, Charles Oliveira's chance to stop him, the flyweight title fight between Alexandre Pantoja and Kai Kara-France, Joshua Van's big step up against Brandon Royval, the various live dogs on the card, the sad end to Billy's climb and the continuation of Jed's, and more. Tune in for episode 131 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @PsychoWard586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin reaction to the news that Jon Jones retired from the sport and what that does to Tom Aspinall now that he’s the undisputed heavyweight champion but seemingly has nobody to fight. Plus how will Jones be remembered? We also break down the biggest fights at UFC 317 including Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira and the future of the UFC potentially moving to Netflix plus much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Khalil Rountree outclassed Jamahal Hill for five rounds in the main event of UFC Baku on Saturday to get back in the win column after getting stopped by Alex Pereira in his first championship opportuntiy. Did the lopsided win over a former champ get Rountree back in a title fight? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Rountree after getting his sixth win in his past seven outings at Saturday's Fight Night event. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Rafael Fiziev after his decision win against Ignacio Bahamondes in the co-main event, Curtis Blaydes following his split decision win over Rizvan Kuniev, along with fellow main card winners Myktybek Orolbai, Nazim Sadykhov, and Muhammad Naimov, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dana White shockingly announced that Jon Jones is retired, and Tom Aspinall is the new undisputed UFC heavyweight champion of the world. Following the breaking news, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and E. Casey Leydon react to the announcement, along with the fallout of UFC Baku. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC octagon heads to Baku for the first time ever, and in the main event, former light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill faces recent title challenger Khalil Rountree in a high-stakes contest. With the 205-pound division in flux with new champ Magomed Ankalaev at the helm, could the winner get a title shot — and does Hill need a win on Saturday to stay in the title picture? Ahead of Saturday's UFC Baku Fight Night event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew preview the fight card, break down the Hill vs. Rountree main event, and discuss the stakes attached to the scheduled five-round contest. Additionally, they'll discuss the highly anticipated co-main event between Rafael Fiziev and Ignacio Bahamondes, what both fighters gain with a win, the rest of the main card slate, the low-key bangers, answer fan questions, and more! Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is making its debut in Azerbaijan! This Saturday, UFC Baku goes down from Azerbaijan's capital city, headlined by a light heavyweight banger between former champion Jamahal Hill and recent title challenge Khalil Rountree Jr. The card also features a ripping lightweight contest between Rafael Fiziev and Ignacio Bahamondes, and, of course, No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to talk about UFC Baku. Topics include whether Hill can stop his current losing streak, just how much Jed loves Bahamondes, Curtis Blaydes vs. Rizvan Kuniev, multiple women's bantamweight bouts, the latest updates on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 130 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former #UFC champ Kamaru Usman silenced the doubters with a dominant win over Joaquin Buckley in the main event of UFC Atlanta this past Saturday. While the majority of fans want to see Usman battle rival and former champ Belal Muhammad, Usman is no-selling that idea for a title fight. Is this the right move? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to Usman's lopsided victory over Buckley, Usman's look at the title picture and how it's rubbing people the wrong way, and Buckley and Israel Adesanya having some words. Additionally, they'll talk Rose Namajunas' future after beating Miranda Maverick, other standout moments, PFL Nashville, and their event this weekend, Francis Ngannou chatter, UFC Baku headlined by Khalil Rountee vs. Jamahal Hill, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss Kamaru Usman making a triumphant return to the octagon and if his request for a welterweight title shot should be granted. Plus we discuss if Rodolfo Bellato actually faked a knockout to stop his fight with Paul Craig and we debate if Francis Ngannou made a mistake leaving the UFC? All that plus much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow onTwitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kamaru Usman reminded everyone why he’s considered one of the greatest welterweights of all time. The UFC Atlanta main event ended with Usman’s hand raised high after a vintage performance against top 10 contender Joaquin Buckley. It had been over 800 days since Usman competed at 170 pounds and it didn’t look like he missed a beat as he grounded Buckley for the better part of five rounds en route to a unanimous decision win. So where does the former champion go from here? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, join MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee as they discuss whether Usman has any other option besides the most glaringly obvious one for his next fight, and where fellow former champion Rose Namajunas goes after holding onto her spot in the flyweight contender line with an impressive win over the streaking Miranda Maverick. Plus, we make matchups for main card winners Edmen Shahbazyan, Raoni Barcelos, Mansur Abdul-Malik, and Alonzo Menifield. All that and the usual fine collection of listener picks. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kamaru Usman entered the UFC Atlanta main event against Joaquin Buckley as an underdog for just the third time in his UFC career, but delivered a vintage performance in his first fight in nearly two years. After dominating Buckley, is Usman officially a threat to regain UFC gold? Following Saturday's UFC Fight Night card, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee react to the event, Usman's lopsided win over Buckley, what we learned about both fighters, and what Usman needs to do to get to a title fight. Additionally, they discuss Rose Namajunas' win over Miranda Maverick, Malcolm Wellmaker's sensational knockout, the weirdness that happened in the Rodolfo Bellato vs. Paul Craig fight, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Ssman returns to the octagon for the first time in nearly two years in the main event of UFC Atlanta as he faces Joaquin Buckley in a pivotal matchup. Can Usman make one last run at the welterweight title, or does Buckley's impressive run continue? Ahead of Saturday's UFC Fight Night Card, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and E. Casey Leydon preview the card, the main event between Usman and Buckley, talk what's at stake for both fighters, and what Usman's future could look like if he loses his fourth consecutive bout. Additionally, they'll discuss the co-main event between former champ Rose Namajunas and Miranda Maverick, if either can get into the immediate title discussion with a win, other fights that have our attention on the card, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 316 is in the books, and despite the MMA community feeling somewhat indifferent about the fight card on paper, the most recent UFC pay-per-view event delivered big moments, and certainly a lot to discuss in the fallout — including dominant championship finishes for UFC champs Merab Dvalishvili and, the UFC's newest titleholder Kayla Harrison. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to UFC 316, Dvalishvili's sensational performance against Sean O'Malley, and discuss if Dvalishvili is the bantamweight GOAT, and if not, what he needs to do to get there. Additionally, topics include Harrison's submission win over Julianna Pena to claim the women's bantamweight title, how massive the potential fight with Amanda Nunes is after their staredown on Saturday night, Patchy Mix losing a lopsided decision, his reaction to the loss, and where the performance ranks in letdowns for UFC debuts, UFC Atlanta, PFL Nashvillie, and more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and our old friend Shaheen Al-Shatti. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Shaheen Al-Shatti: @shaunalshatti 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the fallout from UFC 316 including Merab Dvalishvili tapping out Sean O’Malley and where he stands now among the best pound-for-pound fighters in the sport plus Kayla Harrison running roughshod over Julianna Pena and the chances that she does the same thing to Amanda Nunes plus Patchy Mix struggles in his octagon debut and much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Merab Dvalishvili is still the UFC bantamweight champion after submitting Sean O'Malley in the third round of their rematch in the main event of UFC 316. While it appears Dvalishvili will defend his title against Cory Sandhagen next, where does O'Malley go after losing to Dvalishvili for the second straight time? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee as they discuss where Dvalishvili and O'Malley go following their UFC 316 championship headliner. Additionally, they discuss what's next for Kayla Harrison and Julianna Pena after Harrison stopped the now-former two-time champ in the second round, Joe Pyfer following his decision win over Kelvin Gastelum, Mario Bautista after his dominant decision win against former Bellator champ Patchy Mix, along with fellow main card winner Kevin Holland, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Merab Dvalishvili put an exclamation point on his rivalry with Sean O'Malley with a dominant submission win in the main event of UFC 316. Dvalishvili has put himself in the conversation to be the greatest bantamweight of all-time, and now he's taken one step closer to that accomplishment following his performance in Newark. Following UFC 316, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the card as a whole, Dvalishvili's performance, a likely showdown with Cory Sandhagen next, and where O'Malley could go following his second straight loss. Additionally, they discuss Kayla Harrison's title-winning submission of Julianna Pena in the co-main event, the faceoff between Harrison and Amanda Nunes, how big that fight is right now, Pena's next move, Patchy Mix losing a lopsided decision to Mario Bautista in his UFC debut, other standout moments and performances, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 316 is almost upon us. On Saturday, the UFC returns to Newark, NJ, for its latest pay-per-view offering, featuring a pair of bantamweight title fights. In the co-main event, Julianna Peña defends her newly reclaimed title against two-time Olympic gold medalist Kayla Harrison. Then, in the main event, Sean O’Malley looks to reclaim the bantamweight title by upsetting the man who took the belt from him last year, Merab Dvalishvili. The stakes couldn’t be higher and MMA Fighting is here to break it all down. Ahead of Saturday’s UFC 316 card, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Mike Heck preview the event, and the major storylines at play in the two title fights this weekend. Additionally, they’ll touch on other standout matchups on the card, including Patchy Mix making his UFC debut against Mario Bautista, Kelvin Gastelum and Joe Pyfer squaring off, Vicente Luque vs. Kevin Holland, the best of the undercard action, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's been a wild week in the world of MMA, and it began this past weekend prior to the scheduled UFC Vegas 107 main event between Erin Blanchfield and Maycee Barber, when the latter was forced to withdraw at the last minute due to a health emergency — and that was the beginning of the road to UFC 316 fight week. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to the fallout of this past Saturday's headliner getting scratched, both fighters' comments since, and if it could be a massive fight for the UFC in the future. Additionally, they'll discuss Tom Aspinall publicly saying he's the undisputed UFC heavyweight champion and wishing Jon Jones the best in his "retirement," if the fight is officially off of life support and gone altogether, UFC 316 as a whole, if the card is good, Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O'Malley 2, Julianna Pena vs. Kayla Harrison and the rivalry growing by the day, and much more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and multi-promotional commentator Ben "The Bane" Davis. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Ben Davis: @BenTheBaneDavis 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 316 is finally here. Kicking off a stacked summer of MMA action, UFC 316 goes down this Saturday, headlined by a pair of bantamweight title fights. In the co-main event, Julianna Peña puts her women's bantamweight title on the line against Kayla Harrison, and then in the main event, Merab Dvalishvili gives Sean O'Malley a chance for revenge and the men's bantamweight title. And, of course, No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Morning Kombat's Long Island Luke to preview Saturday's big card. Topics discussed include whether or not O'Malley can upset Dvalishvili, Peña's chances at ruining the UFC plans yet again, Patchy Mix's debut against Mario Bautista, the best undercard action, the latest updates on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 129 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O'Malley battle in a UFC bantamweight championship rematch at UFC 316, check out the roads each fighter took to Saturday's main event matchup. Follow Mike Heck: @mikeheck_jr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin preview UFC 316 and give their picks for Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O’Malley and Julianna Pena vs. Kayla Harrison plus we discuss the latest in the ongoing drama between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall plus Maycee Barber dropping out of her fight against Erin Blanchfield just before she walked to the cage plus much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Erin Blanchfield did not get to compete in the main event of UFC Vegas 107, and was getting ready to walk to the octagon for the pivotal bout with Maycee Barber before the fight was cancelled at the last minute. With the likelihood of the UFC rebooking Blanchfield vs. Barber being extremely low, where does "Cold-Blooded" go next? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what could be next for Blanchfield after the shocking ending to Saturday's Fight Night card at the UFC APEX. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Mateusz Gamrot following his co-main event win over Ludovit Klein, Ramiz Brahimaj after putting Billy Ray Goff to sleep with a nasty standing guillotine, along with fellow main card winners Dustin Jacoby, Zachary Reese, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The promotional package for the UFC Vegas 107 main event between Erin Blanchfield and Maycee Barber finished airing, and then the fight was cancelled minutes later after Barber suffered a last-minute "medical issue," per the broadcast. It was an unfortunate end to the night, and a tough night for both Barber and Blanchfield. Following Saturday's Fight Night event at the UFC APEX, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee react to the shocking development, Blanchfield's comments about the situation, and what it could mean for both fighters moving forward. Additionally, they discuss Mateusz Gamrot getting back in the win column in the co-main event, react to the bonus winners, Noche UFC shifting to San Antonio in September, and answer listener questions about UFC 316, and more! Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Erin Blanchfield and Maycee Barber are set for a pivotal flyweight matchup, but what exactly is at stake? On Saturday, Blanchfield and Barber headline #UFC Vegas 107 at the World’s Mightiest APEX in Las Vegas. Both are still under 28, they represent “The Future” of the flyweight division and are already in the top 5. In normal circumstances, the winner would be a shoo-in for a title shot, but the title picture is suddenly quite muddled at 125 pounds. So are these two women competing for a title fight, and if not, what are they fighting for on Saturday? Ahead of Saturday’s #UFCFightNight card at the APEX in Las Vegas, #MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew preview the event, the headliner between Blanchfield and Barber, the stakes for both fighters, and where the loser goes with a loss. Additionally, they’ll touch on other standout matchups on the card, including the co-main event between Mateusz Gamrot and Ludovit Klein, the women’s bantamweight bout between Ketlen Vieira and Macy Chiasson, and much more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow E. Casey Leydon: @ekc Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jon Jones still hasn't put pen to paper for a fight with Tom Aspinall, but that certainly hasn't stopped the UFC great from throwing little jabs at Aspinall on the internet. On Friday, Jones told Aspinall to "shut your mouth and do what your told," but what does that actually mean? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel answers your questions on the latest with Jones vs. Aspinall, and if there's any positive thoughts in regards to confidence the fight gets made by Dana White and the brass. Additionally, questions may include UFC Vegas 107 headlined by Erin Blanchfield facing the returning Maycee Barber in a pivotal women's flyweight bout, the stakes in the contest, Mateusz Gamrot facing Ludovit Klein in the co-main event, B.J. Penn's troubles with the law, Belal Muhammad breaking his silence on his UFC 315 title loss to Jack Della Maddalena, and more! Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and E. Casey Leydon as they answer your questions and discuss the biggest topics in the sport. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
After a rare week off, the UFC is back in action this weekend. On Saturday, UFC Vegas 107 goes down at the World’s Mightiest APEX, headlined by a Top 5 women’s flyweight matchup between Erin Blanchfield and Maycee Barber, with possible title implications on the line. But before that happens, Mateusz Gamrot and Ludovit Klein mix it up in a pivotal lightweight contest, and nine other bouts of varying import take place. And after a brief hiatus, No Bets Barred is back to break down all the action this weekend. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to preview this underwhelming APEX card before next weekend’s big UFC 316 event. Topics discussed include what Blanchfield and Barber are fighting for, how Klein will fare in his big opportunity to climb the lightweight ladder, which underdogs are live on Saturday, the latest updates on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 128 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the latest news in the featherweight division where Movsar Evloev revealed he’s not getting the next title shot against Alexander Volkanovksi plus we discuss what happens to Sean O’Malley if he falls to Merab Dvalishvili again at UFC 316 plus much more Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on FacebookFollow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC heavyweight champ Jon Jones continues to be at the center of the news cycle as he discusses his plans for a return to the octagon, and a potential fight with interim champ Tom Aspinall. While he says he's not "retired," Jones continues to send fans on an emotional rollercoaster ride. But is Jones to blame for the insanity going on in the UFC's heavyweight title picture? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses Jones' latest comments on social media, if he's trolling the fanbase at this point, and the UFC's choice to continue with Jones as heavyweight champ while Aspinall is approaching a year on the sidelines. Additionally they'll answer questions regarding Ilia Topuria parting ways with his longtime coaches ahead of his UFC 317 lightweight title fight with Charles Oliveira, the upcoming fight cards, Patchy Mix officially signing with the UFC to face Mario Bautista at UFC 316, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they turn the programming of the show over to the fans all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jack Della Maddalena is the new welterweight champion and is on his way to establishing an enduring legacy at 170 pounds. All he has to do now is get through the No. 1 Pound-for-Pound fighter in the world in Islam Makhachev and then a murderer’s row of contenders. Simple enough, right? Della Maddalena made a statement with a dramatic win over Belal Muhammad at UFC 315, but his run at the top could end before it begins as he’s set to face Islam Makhachev at some point in the second half of 2025. Should he get past Makhachev, Della Maddalena has a number of hungry challengers waiting in the wings, including Ian Machado Garry, Sean Brady, Joaquin Buckley, and undefeated fighters Shavkat Rakhmonov and Michael Morales. On this edition of the MMA Fighting Rankings Show, Alexander K. Lee, Mike Heck, and E. Casey Leydon review the most notable chart movement of the past two months and debate who will be remembered as the Georges St-Pierre of this stacked crop of welterweights. Plus, a look ahead to the most anticipated fights on the calendar. Follow Alexander K. Lee @AlexanderKLee Follow Mike Heck @MikeHeck Follow E. Casey Leydon @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin address accusations that Islam Makhachev moved to welterweight specifically to avoid a potential fight against Ilia Topuria. Plus the latest on Jon Jones and if the UFC should actually consider stripping him of the heavyweight title. And top prospect Josiah Harrell joins the show after he took out UFC veteran Melvin Guillard this past weekend plus much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michael Morales picked up the biggest win of his career when he ran over past title challenger Gilbert Burns in the main event of UFC Vegas 106 on Saturday night at the UFC APEX. While many believe Morales could be a future champion, the UFC's 170-pound division is loaded up with contenders right now. Where does Morales fit into that mix after his big win? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck discusses what's next for Morales after improving his record to 18-0. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Mairon Santos after his big win over Sodiq Yusuff, Nursulton Ruziboev following his hard-fought win against Dustin Stoltzfus, Melquizael Costa after earning his third win of 2025 in the Fight of the Night against Julian Erosa, and more. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michael Morales put the entire UFC welterweight division on notice as he ran over past title challenger Gilbert Burns in the first round of the UFC Vegas 106 main event. At just 25 years of age, the sky seems to be the limit for Morales, and he has all the time in the world to reach the top of the division. Following Morales' sensational performance, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the main event win for the surging 170-pounder, where he could go next, and where things went wrong for Burns. Additionally, they react to the bonus winners, Jared Gordon and Luana Santos getting passed over for the additional $50,000, Patchy Mix signing with the UFC and stepping in to face Marlon Vera at UFC 316, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @mikeheck_jr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gilbert Burns has been one of the UFC's best welterweights for years, and was seconds away from becoming a world champion. Now, on a three-fight losing streak — against the current champ, the most recent champ, and a top-three contender — Burns is a huge underdog against the talented, but relatively untested Michael Morales in the main event of UFC Vegas 106. Is this line justified, or is Burns being wildly overlooked by the MMA community? Ahead of Saturday's Fight Night card at the APEX in Las Vegas, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee preview the event, the headliner between Burns and Morales, the stakes for both fighters, and where Burns goes with his fourth straight loss. Additionally, they'll touch on other standout matchups on the card, Sodiq Yusuff making the move to the lightweight division, Paul Craig potentially fighting for his job, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Islam Makhachev is vacating the UFC lightweight title and is moving up to welterweight to challenge new champ Jack Della Maddalena later this year. Because of that, Ilia Topuria will fight for the vacant 155-pound title against Charles Oliveira in the main event of UFC 317 to cap off International Fight Week next month. Was this the right call? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel answers your questions about Dana White's blockbuster announcement at lightweight and welterweight, and what this means for the future of both divisions. Additionally, questions may include to fallout of UFC 315, Belal Muhammad's next move after losing his title to JDM this past Saturday, Dricus Du Plessis defending his middleweight title against Khamzat Chimaev at #UFC318 in Chicago, the UFC's return to the APEX headlined by Gilbert Burns vs. Michael Morales, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and E. Casey Leydon for a special fan Q&A edition of the show to let your thoughts be heard in regards to all of the crazy news and results over the past week. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Islam Makhachev is vacating his title to make a move to welterweight to face new champion Jack Della Maddalena, which also results in Ilia Topuria taking on Charles Oliveira with the vacant lightweight belt on the line at UFC 317. In the wake of UFC CEO Dana White announcing those fights and so much more — including a date and location for Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 in Chicago — MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew react to the huge news revealed on Tuesday. Check out the full reaction as we take a deep dive on everything just announced including multiple title fights and new main events. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the fallout from UFC 315 with the UFC legend explaining why Belal Muhammad’s game plan didn’t really matter much in his loss to Jack Della Maddalena. We also talk about Della Maddalena’s chances against Islam Makhachev plus Jose Aldo retiring, the state of women’s MMA and much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jack Della Maddalena is the new UFC welterweight champion after defeating Belal Muhammad in the main event of UFC 315. It appears he will face lightweight titleholder Islam Makhachev in his first title defense, but where does Muhammad go after his championship reign came to an end? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss where Della Maddalena and Muhammad go following their Fight of the Night battle for the 170-pound title. Additionally, they'll discuss what's next for women's flyweight champ Valentina Shevchenko and Manon Fiorot after their co-main event bout, Aiemann Zahabi following his controversial win over Jose Aldo, along with fellow main card winners Natalia Silva and Benoit Saint Denis, and more following Saturday's pay-per-view event. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 315 was capped off by Jack Della Maddalena becoming the brand new UFC welterweight champion following a thrilling battle with Belal Muhammad in the main event. Does the result officially lock down a champ vs. champ fight with lightweight king, and No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter Islam Makhachev? Following Saturday's pay-per-view card, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Della Maddalena's title win, what a potential fight with Makhachev could look like, what's next for Muhammad, and who from the outside of UFC 315 lost the most with the result of the main event. Additionally, they'll recap Valentina Shevchenko's decision win over Manon Fiorot to retain her women's flyweight title, Aiemann Zahabi defeating Jose Aldo via controversial decision in, what appears to be, Aldo's final fight, other standout moments, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Belal Muhammad and Valentina Shevchenko are set for their first title defenses. This Saturday, at UFC 315 in Montreal, Quebec, Muhammad puts his welterweight title on the line against Jack Della Maddalena in the main event, while Shevchenko starts her second women’s flyweight title run against Manon Fiorot. Will both new champions keep their belts are are the welterweight and women’s flyweight divisions in for more changeover? Ahead of Saturday’s pay-per-view event, MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew preview UFC 315, weigh how good the card is versus how much interest its drawing, breakdown the two title fights atop the card, talk about Jose Aldo’s fight with Aiemann Zahabi and the weight class shenanigans, answer listener questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 315 goes down this Saturday in Montreal with two title fights, including the Belal Muhammad vs. Jack Della Maddalena main event for the UFC welterweight title, as well as Valentina Shevchenko vs. Manon Fiorot for the women's flyweight title. While the card — most notably the pay-per-view portion — is pretty good, the buzz doesn't seem to be in the air for this particular event. Why is that? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel talks the big storylines ahead of UFC 315, the fan reaction to the card, the two title fights, and who could steal the show. Additionally, they'll recap the big moments from this past weekend, boxing's tough weekend, #ufcdesmoines, Cory Sandhagen's big main event win, Bo Nickal suffering his first pro loss and the backlash he's received, and much more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and Morning Kombat's Brian Campbell. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is back in Montreal. This Saturday, the UFC is headed back to the 514 for UFC 315 which goes down at the Bell Centre and is headlined by a pair of title fights. In the co-main event, Valentina Shevchenko puts her newly reclaimed flyweight title on the line against the surging Manon Fiorot, and then in the main event, Belal Muhammad puts his welterweight strap up against rising contender Jack Della Maddalena. And, of course, No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Canada's favorite son, Alexander K. Lee, to dive into all things UFC 315. Topics discussed include whether Della Maddalena can offer Muhammad any real resistance, whether Shevchenko should be an underdog to Fiorot, the GOAT Jose Aldo, which underdogs are live on Saturday, the latest updates on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 127 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before Belal Muhammad defends the UFC welterweight title for the first time against Jack Della Maddalena in the main event of UFC 315, check out MMA Fighting’s UFC 315 Timeline to look back on how both fighters got to their championship bout this Saturday at Bell Centre in Montreal, Canada. Follow Mike Heck: @mikeheck_jr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Reinier de Ridder knocking out Bo Nickal and the criticism Nickal has received after the loss. Plus, we’ll look ahead at UFC 315 and discuss the toughest possible matchup for Belal Muhammad at welterweight and why women’s MMA has seemingly been struggling lately with no new stars emerging plus more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cory Sandhagen did everything in his power Saturday to prove he deserves bantamweight title consideration. In the UFC Des Moines main event, Sandhagen dominated two-time flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo and looked to be cruising to a decision or a clean finish when the bout was stopped just before the end of Round 2 due to a Figueiredo injury. Even with that unfortunate ending, there should be no question Sandhagen is worthy of a championship shot. But does the UFC see him as the No. 1 contender? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, Alexander K. Lee goes solo to discuss what’s next for Sandhagen with bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili set to defend in a rematch against Sean O’Malley at UFC 316 on June 7. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Reinier de Ridder after he humbled Bo Nickal, what to do with Nickal following his first loss in MMA, veteran welterweight Daniel Rodriguez, main card bantamweight winners Montel Jackson and Serhey Sidey, and the returning Mason Jones. Plus, some great listener picks to round out an otherwise dreary combat sports weekend. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cory Sandhagen ended the night with a lopsided performance, and then a finish of Deiveson Figueiredo in the main event of UFC Des Moines. Despite the TKO victory coming via injury, Sandhagen's showing was outstanding, and believes he's done enough to earn a title shot. Is he correct? Following Saturday's UFC Fight Night event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the event, along with The Ring's doubleheader that left a lot to be desired, and may have created one of the roughest weekends for boxing in quite some time. Additionally, they discuss Sandhagen in the bantamweight title picture, Reinier de Ridder's handing Bo Nickal his first pro loss with a nasty body shot knockout, other highlights from the fight card, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @mikeheck_jr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC returns to Iowa for the first time in nearly 25 years this Saturday for UFC Des Moines, headlined by a bantamweight contest between Cory Sandhagen and Deiveson Figueiredo. Just one sleep away from the event, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew preview Saturday's card, discuss what's at stake for Sandhagen and Figgy Smalls, break down the pivotal co-main event matchup between Bo Nickal and Reiner de Ridder, dive into the best undercard action this weekend, take fan questions, and more. Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
It was a crazy weekend in the combat sports world this past weekend with MMA and boxing delivering big moments — such as Eddie Hall's crazy 30-second knockout win at KSW 105, Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn's instant classic, and Ian Machado Garry's gutsy decision win over Carlos Prates in the main event of UFC Kansas City. This weekend, it's another busy time for the combat sports world, and the #UFC is returning to Des Moines, Iowa for a Fight Night card headlined by Cory Sandhagen vs. Deiveson Figueiredo. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel fields questions from the listeners about all of the action in the combat sports world, including Saturday's UFC event, the plethora of boxing events featuring the likes of Ryan Garcia, Devin Haney, and Canelo Alvarez, and what fight stands out most. Additionally, topics may include the UFC's welterweight division, UFC 317 still not having a main event with the card less than two months away, Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew for a special Q&A edition of the program. Follow Mike Heck: @mikeheck_jr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is heading to Iowa for the first time in nearly 25 years. This Saturday, UFC Des Moines marks the UFC's first trip to the Hawkeye State since UFC 26 in 2000 as the promotion brings a stacked Fight Night card to the capitol city, headlined by a bantamweight matchup between Cory Sandhagen and Deiveson Figueiredo. So, of course, No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by The Action Network's Billy Ward to dive into the UFC Des Moines card. Topics discussed include why "Figgy Smalls" is such a big underdog in the main event, how Jed's boy Reiner de Ridder might fair against super-prospect Bo Nickal, what other underdogs are live bets for this week, the latest discussion on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 126 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @PsychoWard586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the UFC Kansas City card and Ian Machado Garry calling for the next title shot following his win over Carlos Prates. Plus we’ll discuss Anthony Smith’s retirement fight and Brown explains why he’s against fighters making those kinds of announcements before calling it a career. We also discuss the pressure on Bo Nickal, Tom Aspinall waiting for Jon Jones and much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ian Machado Garry showed once again he can hang with anyone in the welterweight division, gutting out a five-round win over the white hot Carlos Prates in Saturday’s UFC Kansas City main event. But should fans be concerned about Prates nearly putting Garry down in the fifth? Does Garry need to fight again to cement a title opportunity? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what’s next for Garry as he plans a trip to Montreal to be the backup for Belal Muhammad’s welterweight championship defense against Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 315. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Zhang Mingyang after he sent Anthony Smith into a bloody retirement, featherweight dark horse contender David Onama, Randy Brown following his Knockout of the Year-candidate against Nicolas Dalby, plus middleweights Abus Magomedov, Ikram Aliskerov, and more. All that and the Eddie Hall matchup that HAS to happen. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ian Machado Garry looked like he was cruising to a flawless victory in the UFC Kansas City main event through nearly 18 minutes, but Carlos Prates turned things around in a big way — nearly finishing Garry in the fifth. In the end, Garry gets back in the win column, and is now the backup fighter for the welterweight title fight at UFC 315. Following Saturday's Fight Night event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Garry's victory, being named the backup fighter by Dana White, and Prates' stock following his first promotional loss. Additionally, they discuss Anthony Smith's first-round stoppage loss in his final fight against Zhang Mingyang in the co-main event, Randy Brown's Knockout of the Year contender, and other notable moments from the UFC's return to Kansas City. Follow Mike Heck: @mikeheck_jr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is back in Missouri and it brought a banger of a main event. On Saturday, UFC Kansas City goes down from T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, headlined by a welterweight scrap between Ian Machado Garry and Carlos Prates. Garry is coming off his near upset of Shavkat Rakhmonov in December, while Prates is one of the faces of the Fighting Nerds revolution that has taken the UFC by storm. So, who wins this main event and what’s at stake on Saturday? Ahead of this weekend’s action, MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew preview the main event between Garry and Prates, discuss what’s at stake for the winner, wax poetic on the career of Anthony Smith as he makes his final walk to the octagon, highlight some low-key bangers, and even spend some time talking about the World’s Strongest Fight between Mariusz Pudzianowski and Eddie Hall at KSW 105 on Saturday. Plus, Lee and Meshew answer fan questions and reaction to some breaking news! Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Even after a UFC-less weekend, the news cycle is buzzing about what could headline UFC 317 — the promotion's annual International Fight Week card in #LasVegas. With former featherweight champ Ilia Topuria teasing news, could he be involved in the main event, and if not, what could be the big fight on the card? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses that topic, how Topuria could be involved, and the UFC's conundrum with the event coming up in two months without a main event. Additionally, they'll discuss UFC Kansas City this Saturday headlined by Ian Machado Garry vs. Carlos Prates, the fight of the weekend between Eddie Hall and Mariusz Pudzianowski at KSW 105, Dricus du Plessis' statement about injury rumors, and much more. Host Mike Heck is joined by MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew for a special fan Q&A episode of the program to discuss the big amount of news in the sport. Follow Mike Heck: @mikeheck_jr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the 2025 NFL Draft set to take place this week, it's once again time for the MMA Fighting team to don the hats of the premier combat sports promotions in the world and select the 28 fighters they would most want to have on roster to build a promotion around. Listen as Jed Meshew guides the action and the staff drafts seven fighters to their respective organizations: the UFC, PFL, BKFC, and newcomer GFL. Other promoters include Mike Heck, Damon Martin, and Alexander K. Lee. Who will be the first overall pick? And which drafter is best set up for the next five years? Tune in to find out. Follow Jed Meshew @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee @AlexanderKLee 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is back! This Saturday, the UFC returns after a week off for its third trip to Kansas City, with a dynamite welterweight matchup between Ian Machado Garry and Carlos Prates headlining the card. UFC Kansas City also features the retirement fight for Anthony Smith, and a stacked main card, so, of course, No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to break down all the action. Topics discussed include a brief recap of his successful UFC 314 venture, who he likes in the main event between Garry and Prates, whether or not Smith can end his career on a high note, which underdogs are worth a look at on Saturday, the latest step in The Climb, the majestic Mariusz Pudzianowski vs. Eddie Hall matchup over at KSW, and more. Tune in for episode 125 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin preview the UFC Kansas City main event between Carlos Prates and Ian Machado Garry, we pay tribute to Anthony Smith ahead of his final fight, Matt's concern for Paddy Pimblett after revealing his 40-pound weight gain after beating Michael Chandler plus we look back on CM Punk's ill fated attempt at becoming a UFC fighter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Paddy Pimblett battered, bloodied, and eventually stopped Michael Chandler in the co-main event of UFC 314 this past Saturday in #Miami, and now the ceiling appears to have been raised as to how high Pimblett can go in the UFC's best division. Can Pimblett find his way to UFC gold, and what's the next step to get him there? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel recaps Pimblett's outstanding performance against Chandler, his championship potential, and where "The Paddy" goes next. Additionally, topics include Alexander Volkanovski regaining the featherweight title against Diego Lopes in the main event, the featherweight GOAT discussion with this latest accomplishment, Jean Silva destroying Bryce Mitchell, and much more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and José Youngs. Follow Mike Heck: @mikeheck_jr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Paddy Pimblett proved the doubters wrong again. UFC 314 was all about the featherweights, with Alexander Volkanovski beating Diego Lopes to claim a vacant title at the top of the card, and Yair Rodriguez, Jean Silva, and Dan Ige all picking up meaningful wins. But it’s Pimblett who arguably made the most headlines, defeating veteran contender Michael Chandler in dominant fashion and cementing himself as a top 10 fighter in the lightweight division. But just how high should he go? Pimblett’s standing led to a surprisingly heated debate among the MMA Fighting rankings panel of Alexander K. Lee, Mike Heck, Jed Meshew, and E. Casey Leydon and you can listen to it yourself in our latest episode of the Rankings Show. Did Pimblett beat a legitimate top 10 fighter or was he simply the beneficiary of facing the worst version of Chandler we’ve seen inside the octagon? Plus, we discuss the movers and shakers at 145 pounds, whether the Patricio Pitbull-UFC era came too late, and rank the most intriguing fights of the second quarter of the UFC schedule. Follow Alexander K. Lee @AlexanderKLee Follow Mike Heck @MikeHeck Follow Jed Meshew @JedKMeshew Follow E. Casey Leydon @ekc Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the fallout from UFC 314 including Paddy Pimblett’s huge win, what happens to Michael Chandler after another devastating loss, Jean Silva’s star power plus GFL crashes before holding a single show plus much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alexander Volkanovski is once again the UFC featherweight champion after earning a decisive decision against Diego Lopes in the main event of UFC 314. While Volkanovski was unbelievably impressive, the spotlight continues to shine on Paddy Pimblett following the best performance of his career. On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for the two-time champ Volkanovski after his big victory, along with Lopes after falling short in his first championship opportunity. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Pimblett after his destruction of past title challenger Michael Chandler in the co-main event, Yair Rodriguez after defeating Patricio Pitbull, Jean Silva after steamrolling Bryce Mitchell, along with fellow main card winner Dominick Reyes, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alexander Volkanovski is once again UFC featherweight champion after earning a unanimous decision against Diego Lopes in the main event of UFC 314 — but that may not be the biggest story from Saturday's blockbuster card in Miami. Following UFC 314, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck & Jed Meshew react to the card, Volkanovski's statistic-defying championship win, who he could defend his belt against next, and where Lopes goes. Additionally, they discuss Paddy Pimblett's lopsided stoppage win over Michael Chandler in the co-main event, what could be next for "The Baddy," Jean Silva dominating and submitting Bryce Mitchell, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @mikeheck_jr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 314 has been ramping up all fight week, and with the card just hours away, there's a ton of intrigue and excitement for a lot of the bouts — especially the final three fights, headlined by the vacant featherweight title fight between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes. With the former champ getting up there in age, and coming off of back-to-back knockout losses, is this Volkanovski's do-or-die moment? Ahead of Saturday's pay-per-view card in Miami, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee preview the event, along with the title fight between Volkanovski and Lopes, and the stakes for both men. Additionally, they'll discuss the five-round co-main event between Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett, the featured bout between Bryce Mitchell and Jean Silva, answer viewer questions, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's UFC 314 fight week as the UFC is set to put on one of their most exciting on-paper lineups in recent memory, and while hardcore fans are excited for the championship main event between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes, it appears the overall fan hype is on the co-main event and featured bout. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the big storylines ahead of Saturday's massive pay-per-view card in Miami, where the hype is, along with the overall stakes in the vacant featherweight championship headliner between Volkanovski and Lopes. Additionally, they'll discuss the five-round lightweight co-headliner between Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett, the featured contest between Bryce Mitchell and Jean Silva, GFL cancelling their first two events, the big news of Aaron Pico signing with the UFC, and much more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Submission Radio's Denis Shkuratov. Follow Mike Heck: @mikeheck_jr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Submission Radio: @SubmissionRadio 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 314 is finally here! This Saturday, the UFC returns to Miami for the best card of the year. Headlined by a vacant featherweight title fight between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes, UFC 314 also features a five-round co-main event between Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett, plus a whole lot more, so No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Morning Kombat's Long Island Luke to dive into the glory of UFC 314 in depth. Topics discussed include Volkanovski's chances at reclaiming the title, just how much does Michael Chandler have left in the tank, whether or not Jean Silva can do the world a favor and beat Bryce Mitchell, why Chase Hooper keeps trying to fight the old guys, the latest Climb update, and more. Tune in for episode 124 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin preview UFC 314 and the biggest storylines including Alexander Volkanovski coming back from two knockout losses and trying to reclaim the featherweight title in his fight against Diego Lopes plus Paddy Pimblett getting the biggest opportunity of his career against Michael Chandler, who is trying to bounce back from arguably his toughest loss to date falling to Charles Oliveira for the second time plus much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before Alexander Volkanovski again steps into the octagon to try to win the UFC featherweight title, check out MMA Fighting's UFC 314 Timeline to look back at Volkanovski's legendary career and the winding road challenger Diego Lopes took to his championship opportunity. Voiced by Mike Heck, produced by E. Casey Leydon. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lerone Murphy didn’t deliver the most memorable performance—and it certainly wasn’t the most memorable card—but most importantly, the British featherweight contender is still undefeated after outpointing Josh Emmett in Saturday’s UFC Vegas 105 main event. Did Murphy’s victory move the needle or does he somehow sink further into matchup limbo? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss how Murphy can continue working his way towards a 145-pound championship shot as the division looks ahead to the vacant title bout between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes this Saturday. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Pat Sabatini after flawlessly executing his gameplan against Joanderson Brito, debutants Chang Ho Lee and Torrez Finney, plus veteran winners Brad Tavares, Ode Osbourne, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Following the UFC featherweight headliner between Josh Emmett and Lerone Murphy, join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and José Youngs as they react to all things UFC Vegas 105. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
This Saturday, the UFC returns to the world’s mightiest APEX for UFC Vegas 105. In the main event, former interim featherweight title challenger Josh Emmett takes on Lerone Murphy in a battle of top 15 featherweights. Can Emmett keep his spot in the 145-pound title picture or will Murphy make the leap to the ranks of true contenders? Ahead of this weekend’s fight card, #MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jed Meshew preview UFC Vegas 105 and the featherweight headliner. Additionally, they’ll weigh in on the co-main event between Pat Sabatini and Joanderson Brito, discuss which prospects have their interest this weekend, the best bright spots on the undercard, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @mikeheck_jr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dana White and the UFC dropped a bunch of news on Tuesday, including two title fights for UFC 316 — Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O'Malley 2, and Julianna Pena vs. Kayla Harrison — along with a new main event for UFC Kansas City between Ian Machado Garry and Carlos Prates. How does UFC 316 now stack up with the rest of the 2025 slate thus far? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to, and answers your questions about the big news of the week, and the potential ramifications of each. Additionally, topics may include Brandon Moreno's unanimous decision win over Steve Erceg, along with other notable moments from #UFCMexico this past weekend, UFC Vegas 105 headlined by Josh Emmett vs. Lerone Murphy, the PFL dealing with hurdles and speed bumps even before their World Tournament kicks off, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and José Youngs. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is heading back to the APEX. This Saturday, the UFC returns home to the world’s mightiest APEX for UFC Vegas 105, headlined by a featherweight matchup between Josh Emmett and Lerone Murphy. It’s not the best card ever but nevertheless, No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by the Action Network’s Billy Ward to discuss the fallout from UFC Mexico and their respective journeys with The Climb. Then it’s on to UFC Vegas 105, where the boys discuss whether Murphy can make the leap to contender status against Emmett, what underdogs are worth a play this week, who are the best options if you’re doing your own Climb on Saturday, and more. Tune in for episode 123 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @PsychoWard586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC CEO DanaWhite just announced the main and co-main events for UFC 316 in Newark, as Merab Dvalishvili defends the bantamweight title against Sean O'Malley in a rematch, while Julianna Pena defends her 135-pound title against Kayla Harrison in the co-main event. Following the breaking news, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the latest with Conor McGregor after he passed on a comeback fight as he focuses on his run to become President of Ireland but does this really seal the deal that he’s done with his competitive career? Plus we discuss Cain Velasquez’s sentencing and the expectations for Patricio Pitbull making his UFC debut against Yair Rodriguez plus more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Make it two straight wins for two-time flyweight champion Brandon Moreno following a competitive decision victory over Steve Erceg in the UFC Mexico main event. Is it time for Moreno to be booked for another title fight or should other contenders at 125 pounds get a date with Alexandre Pantoja first? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss whether it makes sense for Moreno to return to the title picture especially with UFC 320 announced for Sept. 13 in Mexico. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for non-stop action lightweight Manuel Torres after he scored the biggest win of his career over Drew Dober, 20-year-old Raul Rosas Jr. as he continues his impressive win streak, plus main card standouts Edgar Chairez, David Martinez, and Kevin Borjas. All that, plus a spectacular set of matchup suggestions from you, the listeners. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brandon Moreno got the job done on Saturday night, and left his hometown crowd smiling and cheering after UFC Mexico. After breaking his UFC curse in Mexico City, will his victory over Steve Erceg get him a championship opportunity in his next fight? Following Saturday’s UFC Fight Night event, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Moreno’s victory, discuss what it gains him in the short term, along with Erceg’s performance in his third straight defeat. Additionally, they discuss Manuel Torres’ devastating stoppage win over Drew Dober in the co-main event, referee Mike Beltran allowing the fight to go on much longer than most wanted it to, Raul Rosas Jr. getting a win over Vince Morales, other standout performances from the main card and prelims, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC returns to Arenda CDMX this Saturday for UFC Mexico! In the main event, former two-time champion takes on former title challenger Steve Erceg in a pivotal flyweight matchup. Where does the winner of this fight go in a stacked 125-pound division division? Ahead of this weekend’s fight card, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview UFC Mexico and the flyweight headliner and discuss what’s at stake in this main event. Additionally, they’ll weigh in on the co-main event between Manuel Torres and Drew Dober, the featured bout between Kelvin Gastelum and Joe Pyfer, the best bright spots on the undercard, which prospects to keep your eye on, answer viewer questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former UFC heavyweight champion found out his legal fate earlier this week as he was sentenced to five years — minus time served — after pleading no-contest stemming from his arrest in February 2022. Now that the sentenced has been handed out, was a it small win all things considered? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to Velasquez's sentence, whether it was a win or loss, and if it does anything to his legacy overall. Additionally, they'll discuss the latest updates on Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall — from both UFC CEO Dana White and Aspinall — Sean Brady delivering a lopsided performance against Leon Edwards at UFC London, where both fighters go, Jeff Molina and Darrick Minner getting multi-year suspensions for infractions stemming from the James Krause gambling scandal, Saturday's UFC Mexico City card, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is heading back to Mexico! On Saturday, the UFC returns to the CDMX Arena for UFC Mexico City, headlined by a flyweight clash between former champion Brandon Moreno and former title challenger Steve Erceg. Given the state of the flyweight division, this matchup has possible title implications and No Bets Barred is back to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to dive into all things UFC Mexico City. Topics discussed include whether Erceg can stop his losing streak, Kelvin Gastelum's chances at pulling off the big upset against Joe Pyfer, which big prospects to back this week, the latest update on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 122 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Miesha Tate drops by to preview her upcoming return to action at UFC Des Moines, her plans to make one final run at a UFC title and how she would approach a potential fight against a friend in Julianna Pena or a possible showdown with Kayla Harrison plus much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cain Velasquez, former UFC heavyweight champion, found out his fate on Monday at this sentencing. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Damon Martin react to the breaking news. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sean Brady made a loud statement in Saturday's UFC London main event, running through former welterweight champion Leon Edwards and making it clear he's coming for the 170-pound title and a rematch with Belal Muhammad. Has Brady done enough to jump all the way to the front of the contenders' line? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss where to go with Brady after his career-best performance at O2 Arena in London. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for would-be light heavyweight title challenger Carlos Ulberg after an uninspiring win over Jan Blachowicz, Kevin Holland in his triumphant return (and hopefully, stay) at welterweight, plus impressive main card winners Alexia Thainara, Chris Duncan, Nathaniel Wood, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sean Brady just sent a message to the welterweight division. On Saturday night, Brady dominated former welterweight champion Leon Edwards in the main event of UFC London, becoming the first person to finish “Rocky” when he tapped Edwards with a mounted guillotine choke in the fourth round. Following Saturday’s event, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and E. Casey Leydon react to Brady’s sensational performance, whether he leap-frogged Shavkat Rakhmonov in the 170-pound contender line, where Edwards goes from here, Carlos Ulberg’s forgettable win over Jan Blachowicz in the co-main event, Kevin Holland looking great back at welterweight against Gunnar Nelson, Molly McCann’s retirement from MMA, some questionable decisions on the undercard, and much more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC returns across the pond this Saturday for UFC London, headlined by a top 5 welterweight matchup between former champion Leon Edwards and rising contender Sean Brady. Could this marquee matchup determine the next title challenger at 170 pounds? Ahead of Saturday’s event, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview the main event between Edwards and Brady, what’s at stake for both men, and where each could go based on the result. Additionally, they’ll discuss the co-main event matchup between former light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz and Carlos Ulberg, how close the winner could be from a title shot, the return of Gunnar Nelson, other standout bouts on the lineup, answer viewer questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is back in the U.K. with UFC London this Saturday at the O2 Arena. In the main event, former welterweight champion Leon Edwards takes on Sean Brady in a high-stakes matchup. Is Edwards fighting for his championship future on Saturday? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel answers your questions about UFC London, the main event between Edwards and Brady, and the stakes involved. Additionally, they'll answer questions about the rest of the lineup, the UFC and ESPN relationship reports, Bryce Mitchell and Jean Silva's continuously building rivalry ahead of UFC 314, other major news going on in the combat sports world, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is heading back to the O2 Arena. On Saturday, the UFC returns across the pond for the latest UFC London card, headlined by a pivotal welterweight clash between Leon Edwards and Sean Brady. This is Edwards's first fight back since dropping the title to Belal Muhammad and both men have designs on a title fight with a win, so No Bets Barred is back to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by the Action Network's Billy Ward to dive into all things UFC London. Topics discussed include whether Edwards can get back on track against the surging Brady, how Jan Blachowicz might fare against Carlos Ulberg, why Kevin Holland should stick at welterweight, the dreadful year Jed is having with his bets, Leg 13 of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 121 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @PsychoWard586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin preview UFC London with Leon Edwards coming back against Sean Brady, plus we debate who should get the next shot at UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and should the UFC consider getting rid of pay-per-view with the next TV deal? All that and more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Roman Dolidze exacted some revenge on Marvin Vettori, earning a unanimous decision in their main event rematch at UFC Vegas 104 via unanimous decision. With the series being tied at 1-1, should the UFC book the rubber match right away, or have the fighters move on from one another? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Dolidze after his headline victory over Vettori this past weekend at the UFC APEX. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Chidi Njokuani following his stoppage win over Elizeu Zaleski, Alexander Hernandez after his decision win against Kurt Holobaugh in their lightweight battle, along with fellow main card winners Da'Mon Blackshear, Brendson Ribiero, Kevin Vallejos, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Roman Dolidze got his revenge on Marvin Vettori, taking a unanimous decision victory in their main event rematch this past Saturday at UFC Vegas 104. It was a hard-fought battle that even saw Vettori hurt Dolidze in the third round, but “The Caucasian” overcame the moment to win four rounds and all three judges’ scorecards and earn a spot as a top-10 middleweight. Following Saturday’s return to the APEX, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and José Youngs react to Dolidze’s impressive performance over Vettori, discuss if Dolidze is a serious title threat at 185 pounds and where he goes from here, chop it up about the numerous finishes that happened on the undercard, choose their favorite performance from the night, talk about the various prospects who showed out (and some who fell short), and much more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC returns to the APEX in Las Vegas this Saturday for UFC Vegas 104. In the main event, Marvin Vettori faces Roman Dolidze in a rematch from two years ago. Where does the winner of this fight go in a stacked middleweight division? Ahead of this weekend's fight card, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew preview the follow-up to UFC 313, the 185-pound headliner, discuss why this fight is even happening, and the stakes involved. Additionally, they'll weigh in on the card as a whole, whether or not this is the worst card of modern era, and other notable fights and fighters. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Magomed Ankalaev has conquered the light heavyweight division, dethroning one of the UFC's most popular and exciting champions in Alex Pereira. There's no questioning Ankalaev's championship accolades, but is he a tougher sell to the casual fan and possibly emblematic of the growing malaise fans are experiencing with the UFC product? Who are the most must-see UFC champions right now? And who are the ones fans are least willing to shell out their hard-earned money for? Join the MMA Fighting rankings panel of Alexander K. Lee, Mike Heck, Jed Meshew, and E. Casey Leydon as we take stock of the UFC through it's first three pay-per-views of 2025, grading how well fans are being served, as well as breaking down Pereira's precipitous fall from the No. 2 spot in the MMA Fighting Pound-for-Pound Rankings. And then, we give our picks for the most and least compelling active champions. This could get ugly. Follow Alexander K. Lee @AlexanderKLee Follow Mike Heck @MikeHeck Follow Jed Meshew @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
There's a new UFC light heavyweight champion and his name is Magomed Ankalaev after defeating Alex Pereira via unanimous decision at UFC 313. What does the result mean for Ankalaev, Pereira, and for the UFC, as well as its light heavyweight division. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to Ankalaev's title win, the impact on the promotion, and if an immediate rematch is a certainty. Additionally, they'll discuss Justin Gaethje's win over Rafael Fiziev in the co-main event, wanting a lightweight title fight against Islam Makhachev next, Jalin Turner announcing his retirement from the sport after his first-round submission loss to Ignacio Bahamondes, Saturday's UFC Vegas 104 fight card and if it's the worst event the company has put on in years, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is back in the world's mightiest APEX! Following UFC 313 this past Saturday, the world's leading MMA promotion heads back to its stomping grounds for UFC Vegas 104, headlined by a middleweight fight between Marvin Vettori and Roman Dolidze. It's a rematch of a 2023 fight that Vettori won in a forgettable decision, but nevertheless No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to break down his favorite bets for UFC Vegas 104. Topics discussed include whether Dolidze can get his revenge on Vettori, which underdogs are best positioned to pull off upsets, which prospects are likely to show out on Saturday, how many Gimmick Parlays is too many Gimmick Parlay, Leg 12 of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 120 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the action from UFC 313 including Magomed Ankalaev defeating Alex Pereira to become light heavyweight champion and Justin Gaethje getting back on track with a statement win over Rafael Fiziev. Brown addresses where Pereira went wrong and the danger he faces in his next fight if he gets an immediate rematch against Ankalaev. Plus Brown reflects back on his all-time favorite fight against Robbie Lawler after hearing that he’s being inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame Class of 2025 and more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Magomed Ankalaev can finally call himself champion after defeating Alex Pereira in the main event of UFC 313 on Saturday in Las Vegas. After the long road to UFC gold, what's next for Ankalaev, and is it a rematch with "Poatan"? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss where Ankalaev and Pereira go following their 25-minute battle for the light heavyweight title. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Justin Gaethje after defeating Rafael Fiziev for the second time in the co-main event, Ignacio Bahamondes following his sensational submission of Jalin Turner in the featured bout, along with fellow main card winners Amanda Lemos, Mauricio Ruffy, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Relive the magic of UFC 313's live watch party with Mike Heck and Jed Meshew! Check out the original UFC 313 Watch Party here: https://www.youtube.com/live/9I6_wgXyfIg Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alex Pereira is no longer the UFC light heavyweight champion as Magomed Ankalaev became the first UFC fighter in 2025 to be announced "and new" by Bruce Buffer at the end of UFC 313. Will Pereira look to run it back against the new champ, or will "Poatan" make the move to heavyweight, and for a new quest? Following Saturday's pay-per-view event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Ankalaev's unanimous decision win over Pereira to capture the title, how Ankalaev's first title defense could look, and how the UFC will respond to the shift in power at 205 pounds. Additionally, they discuss Justin Gaethje's Fight of the Night win against Rafael Fiziev, if Gaethje could get a title shot against Islam Makhachev, Maurico Ruffy's clubhouse leader for Knockout of the Year against Bobby Green, grading the card from top-to-bottom, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alex Pereira is set for — what many believe is — his toughest defense of his UFC light heavyweight title as he’ll face No. 1 contender Magomed Ankalaev in the main event of UFC 313. With an incredible run in 2024, and the possibility of history in front of him, could Pereira be heading into his final 205-pound divisional fight this Saturday? Ahead of Saturday’s pay-per-view event, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jed Meshew preview the card, the main event between Pereira and Ankalaev, burning questions ahead of the title fight, and discuss where both guys could go based on the result. Additionally, they’ll discuss the co-main event rematch between former interim lightweight and BMF champ Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev, how close the winner could be from a title shot, other standout bouts on the lineup, and answer viewer questions. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dana White has officially entered the boxing world, announcing that a deal between UFC parent company TKO and Turki Alalshikh is done. What does this news mean for the boxing world moving forward? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew answer your questions about White and TKO's newest combat sports venture, discuss if it brings a different level of excitement to the sport, and other questions in play. Additionally, topics may include UFC 313, the main event championship fight between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev, the co-main event between Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev in a rematch, how the card stacks up as a whole, White saying he expects heavyweight champ Jon Jones back this summer, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alex Pereira is back at it again. This Saturday, Pereira puts his light heavyweight title on the line for the fourth time when he takes on Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313 in Las Vegas. On top of that, Justin Gaethje runs things back with Rafael Fiziev in an electric co-main event, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined once again by Morning Kombat’s Long Island Luke to dive into all their favorite bets for UFC 313. Topics discussed include who will leave the main event as champion, whether this is Pereira’s final fight at 205 pounds if Gaethje has enough juice left to beat Fiziev again, who wins in a battle of The Hulk vs. Superman, Leg 12 of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 119 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin preview UFC 313 including Alex Pereira defending his title during a time when there’s been concerns that perhaps he’s had too many distractions lately leading into a massive main event. Plus Justin Gaethje returns for a short-notice showdown against Rafael Fiziev but is this a do-or-die moment for his career where a win vaults him back into title contention but a loss could potentially lead to his retirement? All this and more on the latest episode! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before Alex Pereira again steps into the octagon to defend his UFC light heavyweight title, check out MMA Fighting's UFC 313 Timeline to look back on Pereira's incredible run at the top and the winding road challenger Magomed Ankalaev took to his championship opportunity. Voiced by Mike Heck, produced by E. Casey Leydon. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Manel Kape ended up with a replacement opponent, took care of business in emphatic—if somewhat controversial—fashion and now looks to still be on track to fight for the UFC flyweight championship. Has he done enough to spoil plans for a rumored Alexandre Pantoja vs. Kai Kara-France title fight? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss whether the UFC should make a hard pivot to Pantoja vs. Kape, a rematch of a February 2021 bout that Pantoja won by decision in what was Kape’s UFC debut. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Cody Brundage after a wild win over Julian Marquez, under-the-radar lightweight contender Nasrat Haqparast after he scored his fifth straight victory, plus where to go with the undefeated Hyder Amil and the streaking Sam Patterson. All that, plus an avalanche of outstanding listener picks. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Manel Kape is performing up to the hype hardcore MMA fans had for him when he signed to the UFC, and has now finished his second consecutive ranked opponent. After stopping Asu Almabayev in the main event of UFC Vegas 103 on Saturday night at the APEX, Kape called for a title shot. Should he get it? Following the UFC's latest Fight Night event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck reacts to the fight card, Kape's impressive performance against Almabayev, the controversy surrounding a pair of uncalled eye pokes, where Kape goes from here, and if he should get a championship bout next. Additionally, he reacts to the bonus winners, the crazy war between Cody Brundage and Julian Marquez, the ceilings for surging contenders such as Chepe Mariscal and Sam Patterson, the close split decisions on the main card, Andrea Lee losing her record-setting sixth straight fight, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are Manel Kape and Asu Almabayev fighting for a title shot in the UFC's flyweight division? Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they preview Saturday's UFC Vegas 103 card, along with the UFC Fight Night headliner between Kape and the surging Almabayev. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Justin Gaethje will compete in the UFC 313 co-main event after all after Dan Hooker was forced to withdraw from the highly anticipated lightweight contest with a hand injury. UFC CEO Dana White announced Wednesday night that Gaethje will now face the returning Rafael Fiziev. With the short notice nature, was this the right fight to make? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to the Gaethje vs. Fiziev rematch, what the fight means for both guys, and the impact of Hooker's scratch from the card. Additionally, they'll grade other fights announced by White and the promotion, the continued fallout from the main event of UFC Seattle between Song Yadong and Henry Cejudo, the discourse about rules and taking points, Cejudo's conversation with referee Jason Herzog, the Aaron Pico saga with PFL as a free agent, along with UFC Vegas 103 and much more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
This Saturday the UFC returns to the APEX for UFC Vegas 103, the go-home show ahead of UFC 313 next weekend. In the main event, Manel Kape takes on late replacement Asu Almabayev in a pivotal flyweight contest and so No Bets Barred is back to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to talk about one of the weaker UFC offerings in recent memory. Topics discussed include whether Kape and Almabayev are fighting for a flyweight title shot, which underdogs present the most value on the card, which prospects are most likely to justify their heavy favorite odds, the latest update on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 118 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the controversial eye poke that ended Henry Cejudo’s main event with Song Yadong, Ilia Topuria giving up his title to move to lightweight and if he should get an immediate shot at Islam Makhachev, Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett and the PFL maintaining matching rights on Aaron Pico, which prevents him from leaving the promotion plus more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Song Yadong scored a convincing win—with an abrupt conclusion—over former two-division champion Henry Cejudo at UFC Seattle, claiming the most impressive scalp of his career so far. What should be Song’s next move as he continues to climb the rankings? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what the next step for Song is after finally knocking off a ranked veteran. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Anthony Hernandez following a second win over rival Brendan Allen, the spoiler Rob Font after upsetting the previously undefeated Jean Matsumoto, the white hot Jean Silva, and unlikely Fight of the Night winner Alonzo Menifield. Plus, some amazing picks from the listeners, including what to do with Cejudo following his third straight loss since coming out of retirement. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react on Saturday's UFC Seattle card, the disappointing ending to the main event which saw Song Yadong win a technical decision against Henry Cejudo, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC returns to Seattle and former two-division champion Henry Cejudo has his back against the wall as he faces Song Yadong in the main event of Saturday's Fight Night card. Could this be the final appearance of Cejudo? Ahead of this weekend's #UFCSeattle event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew preview the card, the main event between Cejudo and Song, and what is on the line for both fighters. Additionally, they'll discuss the anticipated co-main event between Brendan Allen and Anthony Hernandez — a rematch from an LFA middleweight title fight from 2018 — and where the winner can go in the loaded 185-pound division, Rob Font now facing Jean Matsumoto following the retirement of Dominick Cruz, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC CEO Dana White gave the MMA world a lot to discuss on Wednesday night with a slew of blockbuster announcements — including Ilia Topuria vacating the featherweight title in lieu of a lightweight move, and a new champion set to be crowned at UFC 314 in April. And that's just the start of the news. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Topuria's big move, what it all means, and what his legacy could become if his gamble pays off, or fails. Additionally, they'll answer your questions about Topuria's future, Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes to crown a new champ in Miami, Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett set for the UFC 314 co-main event, Patricio Pitbull signing with the UFC to face Yair Rodriguez on the card, along with the UFC 315 title fights, Saturday's UFC Seattle card, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC CEO Dana White promised big announcements, and he delivered. Following White announcing Ilia Topuria will vacate the featherweight title, and that Alexander Volkanovski faces Diego Lopes for the vacant belt at UFC 314 in April, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Damon Martin react to the big news, along with Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett being officially announced as the five-round co-main event, Belal Muhammad vs. Jack Della Maddalena headlining UFC 315 in May, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Saturday, the UFC returns to Seattle for the first time in 12 years with a fight card headlined by a bantamweight bout between former champion Henry Cejudo and Song Yadong. It's a card that's been decimated by late-notice changes, but nevertheless, No Bets Barred is back to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined once again by the Action Network's Billy Ward to dive into the fights. Topics discussed include whether this is do or die for Cejudo against Song, if Anthony Hernandez is a safe bet in his rematch with Brendan Allen, which of Jed's favorite prospects are most likely to disappoint him, the latest update on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 117 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @Psychoward586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the fallout from Eric Nicksick offering his brutally honest opinion about Sean Strickland's performance at UFC 312 and Strickland later saying that Nicksick probably wouldn't return to corner him again. We'll also talk about Francis Ngannou's decision to return to boxing and if that's a good idea or not? Plus, Henry Cejudo says he's taking one "last run" at the UFC title and we give our picks for Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol 2 and much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jared Cannonier pulled off a sizable upset in the main event of UFC Vegas 102 as he battled back from a difficult first round to outlast, and eventually finish the dangerous Gregory Rodrigues in the fourth round. After stopping a two-fight skid, and avoiding the first three-fight losing streak of his career, where does Cannonier go from here in a wacky middleweight divisional picture? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss who could be in line for Cannonier to face next following his big win. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Youssef Zalal following his decision win over Calvin Kattar in the co-main event, Edmen Shahbazyan after his first-round knockout win in the featured bout, along with fellow main card winners Nazim Sadykhov, Andre Petroski, and Andre Petroski, and more from the UFC's return to the APEX. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jared Cannonier had a tough start to the UFC Vegas 102 main event, but he ended the fight in an emphatic way against Gregory Rodrigues in the fourth round to get back in the win column. After the big win, and having fought so many guys in the loaded middleweight division, where does Cannonier go from here? Following Saturday's card, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Cannonier's performance and comeback win after overcoming adversity in the first round, and what the best case scenario is for his next opponent. Additionally, they react to Youssef Zalal's win over Calvin Kattar in the co-main event, the negativity being thrown Zalal's way for the way he competed in the third round, accusing Kattar of greasing in the post-fight press conference, the bonus winners from the Fight Night card, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jared Cannonier has his back against the wall this Saturday when he faces Gregory Rodrigues. Almost 41 years old and riding a two-fight losing streak, Cannonier hopes to defend his position as a Top 10 middleweight when he squares off against the surging Rodrigues in the main event of UFC Vegas 102. Can Cannonier fend off Father Time and Rodrigues or will "Robocop" vault himself into the thick of the middleweight title race? Ahead of Saturday's return to the APEX, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview the card, discuss what's at stake for Cannonier should he lose, break down the co-main event matchup between Calvin Kattar and Youssef Zalal, dive into a few undercard gems, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 312 will go down as a mostly forgettable UFC event, but the dominance of champions Dricus du Plessis and Zhang Weili will carry on into their next potential matchups, while the MMA community is wondering where Sean Strickland goes after a lopsided loss to du Plessis in the main event. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the fallout of UFC 312, the lopsided nature of du Plessis and Zhang's victories, and where Strickland and strawweight title challenger Tatiana Suarez go from here. Additionally, topics include the overall lackluster response to UFC 312, the promotion returning to the APEX on Saturday for UFC Vegas 102 headlined by Jared Cannonier vs. Gregory Rodriguez, other news and notes in the world of MMA and combat sports, and much more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Morning Kombat's Brian Campbell. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're heading back to the APEX! This Saturday, UFC Vegas 102 goes down headlined by a middleweight matchup between former title challenger Jared Cannonier and rising contender Gregory Rodrigues, so No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to break down this lackluster card and all 13 fights on it. Topics discussed include how Jed did at UFC 312 (hint, not great!), if Cannonier still has anything left in the tank, why Calvin Kattar shouldn't be as big of an underdog against Youssef Zalal as he is, which other fights are worth paying attention to this weekend, the latest update on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 117 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to what unfolded at UFC 312 this past weekend and Brown fires back at critics suddenly upset that Sean Strickland went out and did exactly what he always does plus Dricus du Plessis’ ceiling with a fight against Khamzat Chimaev looming plus we discuss why there seems to be less and less top American wrestlers coming to MMA these days and more…. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dricus du Plessis made it a clean sweep in his middleweight championship rivalry with Sean Strickland, and strawweight queen Zhang Weili showed Tatiana Suarez there are levels to this at UFC 312 on Saturday in Sydney. Is it time for both champions to chase superfights in other divisions? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for du Plessis and Zhang as they continue their dominant title reigns, along with where Strickland and Suarez go after their disappointing losses. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for main card standouts Tallison Teixeira and Jake Matthews, plus a glance at two intriguing winners from the prelims, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dricus du Plessis made sure there was absolutely no controversy this time around as he dominated Sean Strickland in their rematch for the middleweight championship in the main event of Saturday's UFC 312 event in Sydney, Australia. Now, all eyes are on the eventual championship fight between du Plessis and the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev. Following the UFC's pay-per-view event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the card, du Plessis' lopsided win over the very game Strickland, discuss how big a du Plessis vs. Chimaev fight can be, and where Strickland goes from his second loss to du Plessis. Additionally, they discuss Zhang Weili's one-sided decision victory over Tatiana Suarez, if Zhang had her final strawweight fight in lieu of a move up to flyweight to challenge Valentina Shevchenko for the 125-pound belt, Manon Fiorot potentially being leapfrogged, other notable moments from the card, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Relive the magic of UFC 312's live watch party with Mike Heck and Jed Meshew! Check out the original UFC 312 Watch Party here: https://www.youtube.com/live/0EzeUcm3yrE Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sean Strickland will look to pull off another upset and become a two-time UFC middleweight champion, but standing in his way is the Dricus du Plessis — who defeated Strickland for the title 13 months ago — coming off of an impressive title defense against Israel Adesanya. Can Strickland regain UFC gold, or is this du Plessis' division for the foreseeable future? Ahead of Saturday's UFC 312 pay-per-view event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew preview the card, discuss the du Plessis vs. Strickland rematch, what adjustments to look for from both fighters, and predict who leaves Sydney with the title. Additionally, they talk the intriguing co-main event for the strawweight belt between Zhang Weili and Tatiana Suarez, which fighter needs the win more, if Zhang would become a top-five women's fighter of all-time with a win, Dominick Cruz announcing his retirement on Thursday night, Canelo Alvarez pulling a fast one on Jake Paul, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC returns to pay-per-view this Saturday with UFC 312, headlined by a middleweight title rematch between Dricus du Plessis and former champ Sean Strickland. Although there's two world title fights, the card is certainly nowhere near as interesting top-to-bottom as UFC 311. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses all things UFC 312, including the DDP vs. Strickland main event, the co-main event for the strawweight title between Zhang Weili and Tatiana Suarez, the fallout of UFC Saudi Arabia, which was capped off by Nassourdine Imavov's stunning knockout of Israel Adesanya, where Adesanya goes from here, Dana White's reaction to Bryce Mitchell's controversial comments, Mitchell's apology, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Jed Meshew, and special guests as they discuss the biggest topics in the sport. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is back in Sydney. This Saturday, UFC 312 goes down in Sydney, Australia headlined by a pair of title fights. In the main event, Dricus du Plessis and Sean Strickland face off in a middleweight title rematch, while in the co-main event, Zhang Weili puts her strawweight title on the line against Tatiana Suarez. And No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined for the first time ever by Morning Kombat’s Long Island Luke to talk over the action at hand. Topics discussed include who leaves Sydney with UFC titles, whether Strickland or du Plessis need to make any adjustments for their rematch, if it’s finally time for Tatiana Suarez to win a title, how bad is the rest of this card, The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 116 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Israel Adesanya's stunning loss to Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Saudi Arabia and what should be next for him. Plus we discuss Bryce Mitchell's controversial comments and Dana White's reaction plus looking ahead at UFC 312 with our picks and predictions for the two title fights and more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
While Nassourdine Imavov picked up the biggest win of his fighting career in the main event of UFC Saudi Arabia, his opponent, and former two-time champion Israel Adesanya suffered his third straight loss. What's next for "The Last Stylebender" after falling short in his first non-title fight in over five years? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Imavov following his impressive second-round knockout victory in the headliner, along with Adesanya. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for co-main even winner Michael Page after his lopsided decision victory over Shara Bullet in his UFC middleweight debut, Sergei Pavlovich following his decision win against Jairzinho Rozenstruik, along with fellow main card winners Vinicius Oliveira and Fares Ziam, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nassourdine Imavov not only picked up the biggest win of his career against Israel Adesanya in the main event of UFC Saudi Arabia, he didn't need the judges, or two full rounds to do it as he delivered a knockout less than a minute into Round 2. Was the stoppage call from referee Marc Goddard the correct one? Following Saturday's card in Riyadh, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and José Youngs react to Imavov's victory, discuss where it puts him in the title picture, who he could face next, along with Adesanya's future following his third consecutive loss. Additionally, topics include Michael Page's lopsided decision win against Shara Magomedov in their middleweight bout, Sergei Pavlovich's much-needed — albeit not all-that-thrilling — win over Jairzinho Rozenstruik, big wins from Farez Ziam and Vinicius Oliveira, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former UFC middleweight champ Israel Adesanya returns to action this Saturday in his first non-title fight in many years as he faces the surging Nassourdine Imavov in the main event of UFC Saudi Arabia. What does Adesanya's next move look like based on the result? Ahead of this weekend's UFC Fight Night card, #MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew preview the middleweight headliner — which kicks off a slew of massive fights in the 185-pound division — along with the co-main event between Shara Magomedov and Michael Page, how the rest of the card stacks up compared to next weekend's UFC 312 event, the low-key banger, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Israel Adesanya finds himself in unfamiliar territory as he enters the main event of UFC Saudi Arabia on a two-fight losing streak. Can the former UFC middleweight champ avoid a third straight loss against Nassourdine Imavov? On a special fan Q&A edition of Between the Links, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jed Meshew answer your questions about the Adesanya vs. Imavov matchup at UFC Saudi Arabia, along with Shara Magomedov vs. Michael Page and the rest of Saturday’s card. Additionally, they’ll answer questions about topics such as the PFL’s latest event that saw Usman Nurmagomedov hang on to his title against a game Paul Hughes, the GFL draft and what we learned, BKFC’s KnuckleMania 5 event, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
The UFC is heading back to Saudi Arabia. After taking a week off following UFC 311, the world's premier MMA promotion returns to Riyadh for its second event in Saudi Arabia, this time headlined by a middleweight matchup between former two-time champion Israel Adesanya and rising contender Nassourdine Imavov. And No Bets Barred has you covered with a full betting breakdown of the card. Host Jed Meshew kicks things off with a brief look at how he did at UFC 311 before diving into this week's card. Topics discussed include whether Adesanya still has enough juice to get past Imavov, what exactly will the middleweight bout between Shara Bullet and Michael "Venom" Page look like, the latest bet on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 115 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss BKFC KnuckleMania V and the potential for Conor McGregor to actually make his return in a bare-knuckle fight against Mike Perry or Jeremy Stephens plus we talk about Israel Adesanya coming back with something to prove at UFC Saudi Arabia off two straight losses and if Michael 'Venom' Page is making a mistake going up to middleweight to face a killer like Shara Bullet plus much more Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did the PFL just have its coming out moment? On Saturday, Usman Nurmagomedov and Paul Hughes went to war for 25 minutes in the main event of PFL Road to Dubai Champion Series. Nurmagomedov eked out a majority decision win, but Hughes won the moral victory after giving the undefeated Dagestani all he could handle for 25 minutes, resulting in the current frontrunner for Fight of the Year In the immediate aftermath of such an incredible fight, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Casey Leydon hold an impromptu post-show, discussing the incredible main event, whether its the best fight in PFL history, if this is the sort of event that could get PFL to finally break through with the broader MMA fandom, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the UFC taking a week off, this weekend belongs to the other combat sports promotions in the world and they’re taking advantage of it. On Saturday, BKFC returns for its big Knucklemania 5 event in Philadelphia, headlined by a five-round scrap between Eddie Alvarez and Jeremy Stephens. But before that goes down, PFL hosts its first event of 2025 with a Champions Series card in Dubai headlined by a sensational lightweight title fight between Usman Nurmagomedov and Paul Hughes. MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee take a deep dive into both big combat sports cards this weekend, including who wins the BKFC headliner, how the BKFC heavyweight title fight between Mick Terrill and Ben Rothwell might go, which other fights they’re looking forward to on Saturday, answer viewer questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
UFC 311 is in the books and both Islam Makhachev and Merab Dvalishvili remain UFC champions. It was a hectic fight week that saw top lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan withdraw the day before the event, allowing Renato Moicano to step in on short notice. Unfortunately for Moicano, he was unable to capitalize on his opportunity as Makhachev dismantled him quickly, submitting Moicano in the very first round. The co-main event was less dominant but no less impressive as Dvalishvili out-worked Umar Nurmagomedov over five rounds, taking a clear decision in his first-ever title defense. Mike Heck is on vacation so on this week’s all-new edition of Between the Links, Jed Meshew takes over the hosting chair and is joined by MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee to break down all the big takeaways from UFC 311 and answer fan questions. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the results from UFC 311 including Islam Makhachev making short work of Renato Moicano and Merab Dvalishvili silencing his doubters with a stunning performance to beat Umar Nurmagomedov. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
GFL founder Darren Owen joins the channel to discuss their debut year for the promotion and to answer viewer questions about anything and everything, hosted by MMA Fighting's Mike Heck. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
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