Mateusz Gamrot outlasted a fellow high-level lightweight in Arman Tsarukyan to cap off UFC Vegas 57. With the biggest win of his career under his belt, where does the former KSW double champ go from Saturday night? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee attempt to answer that very interesting question from a matchmaking perspective after an incredible main event. In addition, future matchups are discussed for the event’s biggest standout Shavkat Rakhmonov following his incredible performance in submitting Neil Magny in the co-main event, Josh Parisian after his second-round comeback TKO win over Alan Baudot, along with Thiago Moises — who submitted Christos Giagos in the first round — Umar Nurmagomedov, Chris Curtis, and more.

The UFC Vegas 57 main event between Mateusz Gamrot and Arman Tsarukyan will go down as one of the most high-level UFC Fight Night main event's in quite some time, but as great as that fight was, the story of the night came from the co-main event winner, Shavkat Rakhmonov. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, José Youngs, and Jed Meshew react to Gamrot's unanimous decision win over Tsarukyan and discuss the extremely high ceilings for both lightweight contenders. In addition, they talk Rakhmonov's destruction of Neil Magny in the co-main event and what could be next for the undefeated welterweight prospect, and other storylines coming out of Saturday's event at the APEX.

Arman Tsarukyan and Mateusz Gamrot are two of the brightest up and comers on the UFC roster and are set for the main event of UFC Vegas 57. Could the winner of this fascinating matchup see the UFC lightweight title wrapped around their waist in the future? MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, José Youngs, and Alexander K. Lee discuss the five-round lightweight battle and what is at stake for both guys. In addition, they talk Neil Magny attempting to break Georges St-Pierre’s welterweight win record, and stop the surge of divisional prospect Shavkat Rakhmonov, Umar Nurmagomedov’s ceiling in the loaded bantamweight division as he prepares to face Nate Maness, and other storylines ahead of the UFC’s return to the APEX.

Reports have surfaced that a second boxing match between Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor is currently being discussed. While the jury is still out on whether or not that's actually what will end up happening, if it does, would you be willing to pay to watch it again? On an all-new edition of Heck of a Morning, it's a Free-For-All Friday where MMA Fighting's Mike Heck takes listener questions all show long — which includes thoughts on a potential rematch between two of the biggest stars in combat sports. In addition, topics include Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury being set for Aug. 6 at Madison Square Garden, the UFC Vegas 57 main event between Arman Tsarukyan and Mateusz Gamrot, UFC 276 prelims being set to air on ABC, James Krause as a coach, and much more. You can listen live to Heck of a Morning Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10 a.m. ET on the MMA Fighting Twitter Spaces.

Shaun Al-Shatti, Jed Meshew, and Alexander K. Lee set the table for the upcoming MMA smorgasbord by previewing Friday's non-UFC slate, headlined by Gegard Mousasi's latest title defense, the next stage of Bellator's bantamweight grand prix, and one of the best fights PFL can currently make. What will you be watching?

UFC president Dana White and Nate Diaz are going back and forth once again, but will anything change because of it? This week on Between the Links, the panel will discuss Diaz wanting to compete this summer or be outright released from the company, White saying Diaz should go fight Jake Paul, whether or not Calvin Kattar has a gripe after his UFC Austin loss to Josh Emmett in the main event, the MVP of this past Saturday’s card in Texas, the UFC Vegas 57 main event between Arman Tsarukyan and Mateusz Gamrot and how that event compares to the offerings of Bellator, PFL, and BKFC this weekend, and more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and UFC bantamweight Randy Costa.

After a sensational showing at UFC Austin, Kevin Holland is hoping to land a big fight with Nate Diaz. On a brand new edition of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck gives his thoughts on the matchup, and the chances the UFC could go in that direction. In addition, listener topics include getting fans to care about The Ultimate Fighter in 2022, wanting Laura Sanko on color commentary for UFC events sooner than later, the ceilings of surging middleweights Andre Muniz and Dricus Du Plessis — who both compete at UFC 276 next Saturday — the announcement of Dominick Cruz vs. Marlon Vera to headline UFC San Diego in August, if Bellator has the best card of the weekend over the UFC, and more. You can listen live to Heck of a Morning Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10 a.m. ET on the MMA Fighting Twitter Spaces.

Conner Burks returns to the No Bets Barred podcast after his European vacation — and he comes back just in time, as there's an MMA triple-header this weekend for the boys to break down between events from the UFC, PFL, and Bellator. Conner and co-host Jed Meshew are also joined by gambling neophyte Alexander K. Lee, who recaps his first foray into MMA betting, and laments the judging at UFC Austin that cost him a winning weekend.

UFC president Dana White was given the opportunity to respond to Nate Diaz's request to get a fight this summer, or a release, as well as the popular fighter teasing a future bout with Jake Paul. With White suggesting Diaz should go face Paul in the boxing ring, does that mean the UFC will cut Diaz loose? On a special Wednesday edition of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck reacts to White's comments about Diaz and wonders why the UFC doesn't just give Diaz what he wants and set him free to pursue any opportunity he wants outside of the promotion. In addition, listeners as questions about UFC Vegas 57 this Saturday, the UFC's bantamweight division, if Sean O'Malley vs. Adrian Yanez is the fight to make if O'Malley is successful against Pedro Munhoz at UFC 276, Israel Adesanya's recent comments about Alex Pereira, and much more. You can listen live to Heck of a Morning Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10 a.m. ET on the MMA Fighting Twitter Spaces.

Enquanto não convence Dana White de lhe dar uma última luta pelo UFC, Demian Maia volta aos tatames sábado para enfrentar Ben Henderson na Europa. Ao Trocação Franca, Demian explicou por que não cogita atuar por outra organização de MMA, apontou Charles do Bronx como luta complicada para Makhachev e Khabib, elegeu Buchecha como o próximo grande nome da arte suave no MMA, e quais lendas do pano gostaria de ter visto competindo mais vezes nos ringues.

Nate Diaz is taking the UFC to task once again, but is the promotion going to do anything about the latest gripe from one of the sport's biggest stars? On an all-new edition of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck reacts to Diaz's social media callout of the promotion and what could be done, In addition, listeners bring up topics such as if UFC Austin is the current frontrunner for event of the year in MMA, American Top Team coach Mike Brown wanting to see Dustin Poirier compete at welterweight, the current UFC 278 lineup and if it's a card fans will spend $75 on, which second generation fighter will compete in the UFC octagon, and much more. You can listen live to Heck of a Morning Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10 a.m. ET on the MMA Fighting Twitter Spaces. This week, the show will also take place on Wednesday at 10 a.m. ET.

Neil Magny and Merab Dvalishvili join the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer.

Following his split decision win over Calvin Kattar in the main event of Saturday's UFC Austin event, Josh Emmett told Dana White he plans to sit cage side for the UFC 276 featherweight title fight between Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway because he plans to face the winner. Will Emmett get his wish? On a brand new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on the matchmaking hats following the promotion's return to the Lone Star State to discuss what could be next for Emmett and Kattar in the loaded 145-division. In addition, future matchups are discussed for Kevin Holland following his impressive submission win over Tim Means in the co-main event, along with Joaquin Buckley, Damir Ismagulov, Gregory Rodrigues, Adrian Yanez, and more.

Following Josh Emmett’s split decision win over Calvin Kattar in the main event of UFC Austin, it seemed pretty clear that calling a close fight such as that “a robbery” would be highly egregious. However, after looking at the judges’ scorecards more in-depth, maybe there is a case to be made. MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, and Alexander K. Lee gave their thoughts on the headline of the UFC’s return to Texas — and judge Chris Lee’s debated fourth-round scoring — and where Emmett goes from the biggest win of his career, Kevin Holland’s sensational performance against Tim Means, Adrian Yanez’s potential breakout moment, the late scratch of Donald Cerrone vs. Joe Lauzon, Joaquin Buckley’s ceiling at 185 after his carrer best performance, and more.

Calvin Kattar and Josh Emmett will battle it out in a pivotal UFC featherweight divisional clash in the main event of UFC Austin. Could the winner emerge as the new No. 1 contender in one of the promotion’s deepest divisions? Ahead of Saturday’s card in the Lone Star State, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee give their thoughts on the headliner and the potential stakes involved, the co-main event between veteran bonus collectors Donald Cerrone and Joe Lauzon, and whether or not it could be the last time we see either compete inside the octagon, where Kevin Holland would go in the 170-pound division with a victory of veteran Tim Means, and other intriguing storylines in the promotion’s first event since a memorable UFC 275 card.

With the UFC announcing the UFC 278 main event on Aug. 20 between Kamaru Usman and Leon Edwards for the welterweight title in Salt Lake City, does the event need some extra sizzle with a Dustin Poirier vs. Nate Diaz co-main event in order to entice fans to purchase three UFC pay-per-view events in a less than two month span? That question is discussed on an all-new edition of Heck of a Morning with MMA Fighting's Mike Heck. In addition listeners submit questions in regards to the UFC Austin main event between Calvin Kattar and Josh Emmett and whether a title shot could be on the line for the winner, Jose Aldo vs. Merab Dvalishvili, the return of Daniel Rodriguez, the depth of UFC 276 from top-to-bottom, which UFC prospect currently has the highest stock value, and more. You can listen live to Heck of a Morning Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10 a.m. ET on the MMA Fighting Twitter Spaces.

O Trocação Franca volta nesta quinta-feira para uma edição especial. Em bate-papo exclusivo, Glover Teixeira passa a limpo a derrota para Jiri Prochazka no UFC 275, quando esteve a poucos segundos de defender o título dos meio-pesados na Singapura, mas acabou finalizado com um mata-leão. Glover falou da guilhotina frustrada, o desejo de revanche — nem que seja em território inimigo — atualizou os planos de aposentadoria, e as alfinetadas de Paulo Borrachinha, entre outros assuntos.

The MMA world will be talking about the UFC 275 main event between Jiri Prochazka and Glover Teixeira for years to come. But just how great was the fight compared to some of the all-time memorable clashes in UFC history? This week on an all-new Between the Links, that question is discussed following Saturday’s card in Singapore. In addition, the panel plays a new game called, “Which one is more true?” to put a bow on the PPV card, look ahead to Saturday’s UFC Austin event headlined by Calvin Kattar vs. Josh Emmett and what could be at stake for both men, a reaction to the targeted bantamweight title fight between Aljamain Sterling and T.J. Dillashaw, and more. Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting’s Shaun Al-Shatti and Alexander K. Lee.

Zabit Magomedsharipov has officially notified the UFC he is retiring from the sport of MMA. Will he go down as the biggest "what if" in the history of the promotion? That question is discussed on a brand new edition of Heck of a Morning with MMA Fighting's Mike Heck. In addition, listeners submit questions about the targeted bantamweight title fight between Aljamain Sterling and T.J. Dillashaw and if it was the right fight to make, what that bout does for the direction of the potentially returning Henry Cejudo, the rumored fight between Jose Aldo and Merab Dvalishvili, the chances the UFC books Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler for McGregor's return fight, the depth of Saturday's UFC Austin card, and much more. You can listen live to Heck of a Morning Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10 a.m. ET on the MMA Fighting Twitter Spaces.

DAMN! They Were Good is podcast where we celebrate the careers of some of our favorite fighters ever. This episode, Jed Meshew is joined by Damon Martin and Steven Marrocco to discuss one of the most important fighters in MMA history: Chuck Liddell. Liddell’s career spans from the pre-Zuffa UFC days up through The Ultimate Fighter boom to MMA’s emergence in the mainstream, and it did so in part because Liddell helped push the sport there. Dubbed “The Iceman” for his stoic demeanor, Liddell captivated fans with his presence and performances, authoring some of the best knockouts in the history of the sport, becoming the first true crossover star for MMA and serving as the standard bearer for the UFC during its most pivotal time. Without Chuck Liddell, it’s possible there is no UFC today.

With Conner Burks still on Holiday, this week host Jed Meshew is joined by notorious anti-gambler Alexander K. Lee to try and show him why betting on MMA is so fun. Jed teaches Alex the difference between Value Bets and Vibes Bets and gets "The Prince of Positivity" to place a number of bets on UFC Austin.With Conner Burks still on Holiday, this week host Jed Meshew is joined by notorious anti-gambler Alexander K. Lee to try and show him why betting on MMA is so fun. Jed teaches Alex the difference between Value Bets and Vibes Bets and gets "The Prince of Positivity" to place a number of bets on UFC Austin.

Taila Santos fala ao Trocação Franca que acredita ter vencido ao menos três rounds contra Valentina Shevchenko no UFC 275, explicou como a cabeçada mudou a luta, e que aceitaria enfrentar a campeã novamente após a cirurgia no rosto. Na sessão Fight Week, o podcast bate um papo com Maria Oliveira, a penetra da festa da Anitta, além de Gregory Rodrigues, Raush Manfio e Natan Schulte.

Jiri Prochazka and Glover Teixeira put on an instant classic in the main event of UFC 275 this past Saturday. Some of the newer MMA fans believe it's the greatest UFC title fight they have ever seen, but are they right? On a brand new episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck answers that question and reacts to the incredible fight — which was won by Prochazka with a stunning fifth-round submission — as well as what could be next for the new champion following Saturday's card in Singapore. In addition, listeners submit questions about Valentina Shevchenko's split decision win over Taila Santos and who the long reigning champion could face next, the UFC 278 headliner between Kamaru Usman and Leon Edwards being made official, what's at stake in the UFC Austin headliner between Calvin Kattar and Josh Emmett this Saturday, and more. Plus, Adrian Yanez (1:35:27) joins the show to preview his UFC Austin matchup with Tony Kelley. You can listen live to Heck of a Morning Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10 a.m. ET on the MMA Fighting Twitter Spaces.

Josh Emmett joins The Fighter vs. The Writer ahead of his main event clash with Calvin Kattar while Felice Herrig speaks for the first time since announcing her retirement from MMA.

Where do Jiri Prochazka and Glover Teixeira go following their epic battle in the main event of Saturday's UFC 275 event Singapore? What about Valentina Shevchenko and Taila Santos following their super competitive UFC flyweight title fight, along with Zhang Weili after viciously knocking out Joanna Jedrzejczyk in the featured bout? MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee attempt to answer those questions from a matchmaking perspective on a brand new episode of On To the Next One. Future matchups are also discussed for Jake Matthews following his finish of Andre Fialho, Jack Della Maddalena after his breakout TKO win over Ramazan Emeev, discuss the career of Jedrzejczyk following her retirement announcement, and more.