Islam Makhachev's Quest For a Second Belt, Chimaev Favored Over DDP, and Ariel Helwani Is WRONG!
On today’s episode, I begin by explaining what Ariel Helwani is misunderstanding about Islam Makhachev's move to 170 lbs. Then, Khamzat Chimaev is favored to beat Dricus du Plessis -- should he be? And Valentina Shevchenko has responded to my criticism! Plus, people are blaming Jon Jones, but there’s still no evidence that he’s the one holding up the fight with Tom Aspinall. And later, what should Barstool’s Robbie Fox do with the money Dana White gave him for his wedding? And, my thoughts on the Kyle Snyder situation.To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.Chapters:Ariel Helwani is wrong (00:00)What's happening at lightweight (06:34)Chimaev favored over Du Plessis (12:36)Offering to help Shevchenko (18:02)The truth about Jon Jones (22:26)Dana White gave Robbie Fox money for his wedding (26:33)Kyle Snyder (31:40)
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UFC 315 Reaction: Jack Della Maddalena vs. Islam Makhachev Next? Plus, My Problem With The Bullet!
With Jack Della Maddalena’s win over Belal Muhammad, the door is now open for Islam Makhachev to move up and challenge JDM. On today's podcast, I talk about whether Makhachev deserves an immediate title shot, and what this fight would mean for the future of lightweight and welterweight. Then, after watching her defeat Manon Fiorit, I tell you about the problem I have with Valentina Shevchenko. Plus, I reflect on the remarkable career of Jose Aldo after he announced his retirement on Saturday.And finally, someone asked Jon Jones a stupid question: Who would’ve won if he and Daniel Cormier had fought at heavyweight?To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.Chapters:JDM vs. Makhachev (00:00)What’s next for Belal? (09:32)Problem with Shevchenko (17:43)Jose Aldo retires (28:03)What’s next for Shevchenko (39:11)Search for first US-born world wrestling champ (51:32)Jones vs. Cormier at heavyweight? (57:32)
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Magomed Ankalaev Hacked Alex Pereira?! And Has Islam Makhachev Earned a 170 Lb. Title Shot?
It's the eve of UFC 315, but fresh off of my trip to Iowa, I begin with some stories from my visit to the University of Iowa’s wrestling practice. Then, I tell you why it isn't time to derail the Bo Nickal hype train just yet. Plus, why Ian Machado Garry is wrong for saying Islam Makhachev deserves a welterweight title shot.Also, Alex Pereira claimed someone hacked his Twitter, and apparently Magomed Ankalaev was the hacker? And retired UFC fighter Matt Brown says the honeymoon phase for women’s MMA is over. Is he right?To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.Chapters:Iowa’s wrestling practice (00:00)Bo Nickal hypetrain derailment (10:07)Garry: Makhachev doesn't deserve it (22:15)Ankalaev hacked Pereira (30:32)State of women's MMA (40:08)
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UFC Des Moines Recap: Is Bo Nickal Overrated?! Plus, JDM Faces No Pressure at UFC 315
UFC Des Moines is in the books, and I break down Reinier de Ridder vs. Bo Nickal—including whether it’s fair to call Nickal overrated, how high de Ridder should climb in the rankings after his win, and my issue with Nickal's approach. Also, what's next for Cory Sandhagen after defeating Deiveson Figueiredo?Then, Charles Oliveira’s coach says Oliveira would prefer a fight with Ilia Topuria over Islam Makhachev—I’ll tell you why I like that idea. Plus, as we gear up for UFC 315 this weekend, I explain why Jack Della Maddalena is playing with house money. And some rare public comments from Arman Tsarukyan, who revealed he turned down a rematch with Mateusz Gamrot.And finally, I’m keeping my feud with Deontay Wilder alive as he continues to promote a crossover MMA/boxing match with Francis Ngannou. I remind him why that's stupid.To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.CHAPTERS:de Ridder vs. Nickal recap (00:00)What happened with Nickal? (09:17)Sandhagen vs. Figueiredo (19:31)Oliveira prefers Topuria over Makhachev (26:24)No pressure on JDM (34:00)Tsarukyan turned down Gamrot (41:29)Deontay Wilder MMA/boxing vs. Ngannou (49:45)
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Eddie Hearn: The UFC Is In a Recession! Plus, UFC Des Moines and My Issue with Islam Makhachev
On today’s episode, I tell you why I have a problem with Islam Makhachev basing his future on the outcome of Belal Muhammad vs. Jack Della Maddalena. And for everyone doubting Kamaru Usman ... have you forgotten who Kamaru Usman is?Then, I look ahead to Bo Nickal vs. Reinier de Ridder this weekend at UFC Des Moines, but apparently, Nickal weighed needs to cut a considerable amount of weight this week. I’ll also tell you whether I agree with Vegas, who has Nickal as the heavy favorite. Next, UFC analyst Din Thomas thinks Jon Jones may never take the fight with Tom Aspinall, and I can tell you this matchup is definitely losing steam. Also, Eddie Hearn told Ariel Helwani that MMA is struggling, and I disagree. And finally, I have some PR advice for Francis Ngannou after hearing his name floated as a potential opponent for Eddie Hall.To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.CHAPTERS:Makhachev's future (00:00)Doubting Kamaru Usman (12:11)Nickal weighs in at 222 pounds (22:29)Nickal vs. RDR (30:59)de Ridder respects du Plessis (39:48)Din Thomas: Jones may never fight Aspinall (47:37)Eddie Hearn: MMA in a recession (57:13)PR advice for Ngannou (01:04:56)
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