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.

Jiri Prochazka is the new UFC light heavyweight champion after shockingly submitting Glover Teixeira in the final seconds of an all-time classic in the main event of UFC 275. MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Shaheen Al-Shatti, Jed Meshew, and Alexander K. Lee react to the incredible battle that Teixeira seemed like he was about to win, right up until he didn’t. In addition, the crew recaps Valentina Shevchenko’s scare from Taila Santos throughout her split decision win, Zhang Weili’s KO of the Year contender, which led to Joanna Jedrzejczyk announcing her retirement, Jake Matthews and Jack Della Maddalena having next-level performances in the welterweight division, and much more from Saturday’s memorable pay-per-view event in Singapore.

Can Glover Teixeira continue his incredible run and successfully defend his UFC light heavyweight title at 42 years old, or will the chaotic Jiri Prochazka begin his own reign of terror? Teixeira and Prochazka will meet in the main event of Saturday’s UFC 275 fight card in Singapore. Ahead of the intriguing headliner, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Shaun Al-Shatti, and Alexander K. Lee break down the matchup, along with the flyweight championship co-main event between Valentina Shevchenko and Taila Santos, the highly anticipated Zhang Weili vs. Joanna Jedrzejczyk rematch, and more.

If Nick Diaz competes in the octagon again, is there an opponent that makes sense for a UFC return? On an all-new episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck attempts to answer that question. In addition, topics include BKFC's big announcement that Mike Perry will face Bellator's Michael Page in August and why Bellator deserves a lot of credit for allowing "MVP" to participate in the bout, who Conor McGregor may fight when he returns, the late scratch of Manel Kape vs. Rogerio Bontorin at UFC 275, what it means for a UFC card to air on ABC, Valentina Shevchenko's greatness, 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.

Glover Teixeira will defend his UFC light heavyweight title for the first time against Jiri Prochazka in the main event of Saturday’s UFC 275 card in Singapore. While the matchup is fascinating, is there an argument to be made that both fighters are being undervalued and overlooked? This week on Between the Links, the panel will discuss the 205-pound title fight and where both guys could go based on the result. In addition, topics will include whether or not Taila Santos would pull off the biggest upset in UFC history with a win over Valentina Shevchenko, the highly anticipated rematch between Zhang Weili and Joanna Jedrzejczyk, and who the shift to a three round fight favors more, the low-key banger of the event, and much more. Host Mike Heck moderates the discussion between MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and UFC lightweight Joe Solecki.

There are many questions surrounding Joanna Jedrzejczyk's long-awaited return to the octagon this Saturday at UFC 275 in a rematch with Zhang Weili — most notably, how will she respond after a two-plus year layoff? On an brand new episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck gives his thoughts on that, and the matchup itself. In addition, listeners ask questions about Paddy Pimblett's UFC London booking with Jordan Leavitt, the UFC 275 main event between Glover Teixeira and Jiri Prochazka, Valentina Shevchenko not getting the main event slot, a potential co-promotion between Bellator and Eagle FC and if it's the right decision for both promotions, 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.

New UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier stops by with MMA Fighting's José Youngs to preview the top three fights at Saturday’s UFC 275 pay-per-view event, reveal who will induct him into the UFC Hall of Fame later this summer, debate Ryan Clark’s recent hot take on Chris Brown and Michael Jackson, and more.

Things are a little bit different this week for the No Bets Barred crew as Conner Burks is out of the country, so instead, Jed Meshew is joined by MMA Fighting writer Mike Heck to break down the best bets for UFC 275 — and without Conner to keep him in line, Jed puts down wagers on five different underdogs, plus an all-in bet on Valentina Shevchenko.

Glover Teixeira defende o cinturão do UFC neste sábado contra Jiri Prochazka, e o Trocação Franca recebe Jorge Guimarães “Joinha”, que agenciou o lutador desde os tempos em que ele era proibido de entrar nos Estados Unidos. O podcast conversa ainda com o jornalista Cesar Augusto, que fez parte de coberturas históricas na TV Globo, como a primeira transmissão de Galvão Bueno no UFC e a fratura da perna de Anderson Silva.

UFC lead play-by-play voice Jon Anik checks in once again with MMA Fighting's Mike Heck to preview Saturday's UFC 275 event — including the light heavyweight championship main event between Glover Teixeira and Jiri Prochazka, Valentin Shevchenko vs. Taila Santos for the flyweight title, and the rematch of an epic battle between former strawweight champs Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Zhang Weili.

Deiveson Figueiredo is not happy the UFC is moving forward with an interim flyweight title fight between Brandon Moreno and Kai Kara-France at UFC 277 in July and has made some interesting demands to remain in the division. Was it the right move? On an all-new edition of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck reacts to Figueiredo's recent gripe with the UFC and gives his take on what will likely be the outcome. In addition, listeners ask questions about UFC 275, Glover Teixeira's chances to defeat Jiri Prochazka in the main event, Joanna Jedrzejczyk's championship hopes should she defeat Zhang Weili, the negativity of a select group of MMA fans, the PFL's recent decision making regarding their regular season and their announced alternates, 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.

UFC flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko discusses her upcoming fight with Taila Santos and what keeps her motivated on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer while Lauren Murphy also joins the show to preview UFC 275 and her upcoming fight against Miesha Tate.

With a victory over Jairzinho Rozenstruik in the main event of UFC Vegas 56, Alexander Volkov is in a very interesting spot. Does he get the chance to fight ahead in the heavyweight rankings, or will he now have to face a surging contender? That question is discussed by MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee following Saturday's event at the UFC APEX. In addition, future matchups are discussed for Movsar Evloev following his incredible performance against a game Dan Ige in the co-main event, Lucas Almeida after his Fight of the Night win against Mike Trizano, along with Karine Silva and Ode Osbourne following their main card finishes, and more.

Alexander Volkov put Jairzinho Rozenstruik away in just over two minutes in the heavyweight main event of UFC Vegas 56, but Herb Dean has found himself in the center of controversy in the MMA community for the stoppage. Was the veteran referee correct in his stoppage, or was it too soon? That question is discussed with MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee following the UFC's first June event. Other topics include the ceiling of rising prospect Movsar Evloev following his impressive win over Dan Ige, referees not taking away points enough, Felice Herrig announcing her retirement following an emotional submission loss to Karolina Kowalkiewicz, and more.

Alexander Volkov and Jairzinho Rozentruik will both look to avoid losing consecutive fights for the first time in their UFC careers in the main event of UFC Vegas 56. Ahead of Saturday’s event at the APEX, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee, and Jed Meshew preview the heavyweight headliner and are unanimous in who they predict will win. In addition, they’ll discuss Dan Ige vs. Movsar Evloev in the co-main event, the wild story of newcomer Askar Mozharov’s pro record, and more.

Aljamain Sterling has discussed possibly moving up to featherweight to make way for teammate and friend Merab Dvalishvili to get a title shot with another win or two, while this weekend's UFC Vegas 56 event features a debuting fighter with a pro record that continues to change. On this episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck answers listener questions about Sterling's potential move to 145, along with UFC newcomer Askar Mozharov's frequently changing record ahead of his fight with Alonzo Menefield this Saturday at the APEX. Listener topics also include Arman Tsarukyan's ceiling, pound-for-pound rankings, UFC Long Island, Gregor Gillespie, and more. In addition, Bellator bantamweight Danny Sabatello (1:03:23) returns to the show to preview his Bellator 278 grand prix matchup with Leandro Higo, talks Dana White doing him a favor not signing him off of the Contender Series, Bellator's 135-pound roster compared to the UFC's, his distain for Higo, and much more. Beginning next week, you can listen live to Heck of a Morning Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10 a.m. ET on the MMA Fighting Twitter Spaces.

Conor McGregor and Jorge Masvidal appear to be on a collision course for a massive showdown, but is that the fight to make for both guys? This week on an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel will discuss that idea, the stakes that would be involved, and the chances it happens. In addition, topics will include the UFC’s booking of Paddy Pimblett vs. Jordan Leavitt at UFC London, Saturday’s UFC Vegas 56 event headlined by Alexander Volkov and Jairzinho Rozenstruik, the latest with the PFL — including their new PPV model, Kayla Harrison vs. Julia Budd, and fighters who have competed in the regular season getting victories, yet still being considered alternates — and more. Host Mike Heck moderates the BTL title match between MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and reigning champ Drake Riggs.

Jon Jones is planning on making his UFC heavyweight debut this year, but will it actually happen? On this episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck answers that question, along with whether or not Jones will step in the octagon for his next appearance before Conor McGregor and Henry Cejudo make their returns. In addition, listeners ask about Jordan Leavitt's recent appearance on The MMA Hour, Erin Blanchfield's ceiling compared to fellow up and comers Casey O'Neill and Manon Fiorot, whether or not refereeing is more of a problem than judging in MMA, Jailton Almeida seemingly making a more permanent move to heavyweight, and more. In addition, Alexander K. Lee defends himself against a longtime listener. You can listen live to Heck of a Morning Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 8 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 covers the many ups and downs of a man with one of the most remarkable careers in the history of MMA: Michael Bisping. After a career full of setbacks, Bisping authored an unbelievable late-career run that saw him finally win the UFC middleweight title, in one of the biggest upsets ever, knocking out Luke Rockhold at UFC 199. That win almost single-handedly changed the narrative of Bisping's entire career, and Shaun Al-Shatti and Chuck Mindenhall join Jed Meshew to discuss that and so much more.

The No Bets Barred crew returns to help spice up an otherwise lackluster card the only way they know how: Placing wagers. Riding high from bashing the bookies at UFC Vegas 55, co-hosts Conner Burks and Jed Meshew look to do the same for UFC Vegas 56. Conner is the master of the single bet this week, betting four fighters straight up, while Jed is living and dying with the prop bets. More importantly though, the boys find themselves with another Wolfpack Wager.

Jessica “Bate-Estaca” Andrade está em busca de um cinturão no UFC, não importa o peso. A ex-campeã defendeu por que deferia ser a próxima a desafiar Carla Esparza, Valentina Shevchenko, ou até Julianna Peña nos galos, caso bata Amanda Nunes. Na sessão Fight Week, conversamos com Marcus Buchecha e Fabrício Andrade, que lutam sexta-feira no ONE Championship.

The gang returns after another violence-fueled month to debate the MVP of May, make sense of the Pokemon-esque game of rock-paper-scissors taking place at the top of 115 pounds, take a hard look at some of 2022's most prospect-heavy divisions, and much more.

Conor McGregor and Jorge Masvidal had some things to say about one another recently, so would this fight between two of the UFC's biggest stars be the one to make next? On this episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck reacts to the back and forth between McGregor and Masvidal and whether or not that's the direction the promotion will go once "The Notorious" is medically cleared to compete. In addition, listener questions include Saturday's UFC Vegas 56 event headlined by Alexander Volkov vs. Jairzinho Rozenstruik, the UFC's two-plus month stretch of weekend fight cards, Alexander Volkanovski vs. Max Holloway 3 at UFC 276, scoring fights in modern MMA, and much more. You can listen live to Heck of a Morning Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 8 a.m. ET on the MMA Fighting Twitter Spaces.

Host Alexander K. Lee and the MMA Fighting panel of Steven Marrocco, Damon Martin, and Jed Meshew make their bold predictions on what could be in store soon for some of the biggest names in the business