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Get all the mixed martial arts fighting news and analysis you need from the award-winning team at MMA Fighting. Produced by MMA Fighting and SB Nation, and part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Aug 24, 2021 • 52min
Fighter vs. Writer: Michael Bisping Talks Jake Paul vs. Tyron Woodley, Conor McGregor Controversy
In the debut episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer podcast, UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping joins host Damon Martin to debate the upcoming fight between Jake Paul and Tyron Woodley, whether or not Paul’s inclusion in combat sports is a good thing or not as well as Conor McGregor’s latest outburst on social media and what that means for his future.The Fighter vs. The Writer podcast will drop bi-weekly with different fighters from around the globe stopping by to discuss and debate the hot topics happening in mixed martial arts, boxing, bare-knuckle fighting and everything else in between.Follow Damon Martin @DamonMartinFollow Michael Bisping @Bisping Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgHCheck out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLiVisit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvMLike MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7ZFollow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUIRead More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 23, 2021 • 1h 25min
On To the Next One: Matches to Make After UFC Vegas 34
On the 56th episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee and special guest host Steven Marrocco put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday’s UFC Vegas 34 event at the APEX.Future matchups were discussed for the Jared Cannonier following a competitive decision win over Kelvin Gastelum in the middleweight headliner, Mark O. Madsen, Parker Porter, Saidyokub Kakhramonov, Vinc Pichel, Alexandre Pantoja, and more.Follow Alexander K. Lee: @alexanderkleeFollow Steven Marrocco: @MMAFightingSMFollow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JRSubscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgHCheck out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLiVisit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvMLike MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7ZFollow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUIRead More: http://www.mmafighting.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 22, 2021 • 60min
UFC Vegas 34 Post-Fight Show | Jared Cannonier Vanquishes Kelvin Gastelum in Main Event
Following UFC Vegas 34, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down all the action from Saturday night's card including Jared Cannonier's hard fought victory over Kelvin Gastelum in the main event, Mark O. Madsen returning with a victory against Clay Guida as well as several jaw-dropping finishes earlier in the night.
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Aug 19, 2021 • 1h 28min
Between the Links: Dustin Poirier vs. Nate Diaz, Gegard Mousasi, UFC Vegas 34, More
Host Mike Heck is joined by MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Damon Martin as they battle it out for a week’s worth of bragging rights.This week, the panel discusses Dustin Poirier’s appearance on The MMA Hour and what the chances could be that he will face Nate Diaz next over a title shot against Charles Oliveira, Gegard Mousasi’s successful middleweight title defense against John Salter at Bellator 264 and where he ranks at 185 pounds worldwide, Ray Cooper III’s dominant win over Rory MacDonald at PFL 7, this Saturday’s UFC Vegas 34 card in the promotion’s return from a brief hiatus—scheduled to be headlined by Jared Cannonier vs. Kelvin Gastelum—the under the radar fight of the weekend, and more.
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Follow Damon Martin: @DamonMartin
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Aug 19, 2021 • 50min
Unpacking The Suitcase Kid | The Unreal Story Of One Fighter’s Search For A Miracle
MMA Fighting's Mike Heck brings you the story of "The Suitcase Kid" Eugene Aubry, an up-and-coming fighter from Philadelphia who seemed to be on his way to big things in the world of MMA before a senseless act of violence potentially took his dreams away. This mini-documentary dives into that tragic night in October 2020, his trauma-filled childhood, Aubry's tremendous drive and self-sacrifice, a selfless community having his back, and the hope for a miracle.Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR
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Aug 17, 2021 • 30min
Jake Paul On His Boxing Hit List, Expectations For Tyron Woodley, Getting In Dana White's Head
Jake Paul talks to MMA Fighting and previews his upcoming fight against Tyron Woodley and what he's expecting out of the former UFC champion, Paul will also address his recent "hit list," which including names like Conor McGregor, Kamaru Usman and even his brother Logan Paul as well as his constant battle with UFC president Dana White over complaints against fighter pay in MMA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 15, 2021 • 1h 19min
On To the Next One: Ask Mike & AK Anything
On the 55th episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee keep their matchmaking hats in plain sight, but turn the program over to you, the listeners.Questions are answered in regards to Friday nights' Bellator 264 and PFL 7 events, Gegard Mousasi and Ray Cooper III's main event victories, top prospects and up and comers who could be fighting for major world titles in the next two years, Michael Bisping's position on fighter pay, Max Kellerman and Stephen A. Smith's involvement with major UFC events, along with some other fun topics in and out of the mixed martial arts landscape.
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Aug 15, 2021 • 23min
Gable Steveson Reacts to Winning Olympic Gold Medal, Explains Tweet to Dana White
Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson discusses his historic win at the 2020 games where he pulled off one of the most stunning victories in his final match. Steveson will also address his future, especially after sending a message to UFC president Dana White, as well as possibly working with WWE.Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgHCheck out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLiVisit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvMLike MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7ZFollow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUIRead More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 14, 2021 • 17min
UFC's Jordan Williams Explains How He Stopped Viral Carjacking, Talks Fanny Packs
UFC welterweight Jordan Williams joined MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and reacts to the viral video of him stopping a carjacker from attempting to steal his car, what he learned from it, how his yellow fanny pack has gotten a lot of attention, takeaways from his recent loss to Mickey Gall, and more.Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR
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Aug 12, 2021 • 1h 28min
Between the Links: Ciryl Gane’s Performance, Next For Aldo & Luque, Anderson Silva vs. Tito Ortiz, More
Host Mike Heck is joined by MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee as they battle each other and journalist E. Spencer Kyte in a special triple threat rules matchup on the program. This week, the panelists react to Ciryl Gane’s impressive third-round TKO stoppage win over Derrick Lewis in the main event of UFC 265 to become interim heavyweight champion and give their thoughts on the future unification bout between Gane and Francis Ngannou, discuss Jose Aldo and Vicente Luque’s outstanding performances on Saturday and what should be next for both fighters, the recently confirmed boxing match between former UFC champions Anderson Silva and Tito Ortiz at Triller Fight Club’s Sept. 11 event, Bellator and the PFL’s events on Friday and what fight stands out above the rest on both cards, and more. Plus, special guest Ariel Helwani joins the show to judge the knockout round and crown a winner.
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Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew
Follow E. Spencer Kyte: @spencerkyte
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