UFC Vegas 26 Preview Show

Host Mike Heck will be joined by BTL champion Jed Meshew as he puts his title on the line against five other special guest challengers—including former champions, contestants, and a hungry rookie ready to make a statement—in a gauntlet style tournament. This week, the panelists will discuss Jiri Prochazka’s highlight-reel KO win over Dominick Reyes at UFC Vegas 25, Bellator 258 and the main event between Juan Archuleta and Sergio Pettis for the bantamweight title, this Saturday’s UFC Vegas 26 event, the impact losing the Leon Edwards vs. Nate Diaz fight made on the UFC 262 slate, the aftermath of Diego Sanchez’s release from the UFC, and more.

Kayla Harrison Reveals a Valuable Lesson She Learned Watching Colby Covington Fall to Kamaru Usman

Jiri Prochazka’s future, Diego Sanchez vs. UFC, Archuleta vs Pettis, UFC Vegas 26, more

This week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck speaks with Josh Thomson to preview Bellator 258 and discuss the idea of fighter unionization. TJ Brown recaps his split decision win over Kai Kamaka at UFC Vegas 25, the reaction to the decision since Saturday night and why it's taken steam away from his first UFC win. Finally, Shane Burgos previews his exciting featherweight matchup with Edson Barboza at UFC 262 on May 15.

On the 42nd episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday’s UFC Vegas 25 event at the APEX. Future matchups were discussed for Jiri Prochazka following his KO of the Year contender in the main event, Dominick Reyes, Giga Chikadze, Sean Strickland, Merab Dvalishvili, and more.

With UFC Vegas 25 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines following Saturday night’s event at the APEX, including a candidate for KO of the Year in the finish of the main event between Jiri Prochazka and Dominick Reyes.

With UFC Vegas 25 just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday’s event at the APEX, including the light heavyweight headliner between Dominick Reyes and Jiri Prochazka.

This week on Between the Links, host Mike Heck is joined by MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and fellow MMA journalist Drake Riggs as they battle it out for the third time. The panel will discuss Kamaru Usman’s second-round KO win over Jorge Masvidal in the main event of UFC 261 and what is next for both competitors, Rose Namajunas and Valentina Shevchenko’s incredible performances to leave Jacksonville with championship belts around their waists and the low-key MVP of the event, Nick Diaz’s potential return to the octagon for the first time since January 2015 and who would be the best opponent standing across the octagon from him, a look ahead to Saturday’s UFC Vegas 25 event, and more.

On a special bonus edition of What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck is joined by Jon Anik to recap UFC 261, the three title fights, Chris Weidman's injury, Daniel Cormier and Jake Paul's face-to-face, and more. Drakkar Klose gives his first interview following the infamous Jeremy Stephens shoving incident to discuss the injuries he suffered, what happened on that stage, the reaction of the fans and Dana White, and wanting revenge on Stephens. Cody Stamann previews his matchup with Merab Dvalishvili this Saturday at UFC Vegas 25, talks the long road to get to the fight, Cory Sandhagen being the scariest guy in the division, believing TJ Dillashaw has been using PEDs for a lot longer than people think, and more. Finally, Dustin Jacoby discusses his short notice UFC Vegas 25 matchup with Ion Cutelaba, as well as teammate Anthony Smith's UFC 261 win over Jimmy Crute.

Kamaru Usman’s KO Of Jorge Masvidal, Rose Namajunas' Future, Valentina Shevchenko's Dominance, Daniel Cormier vs. Jake Paul, UFC 261 Fallout, More

This week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck speaks with Colby Covington (5:50) to get his reaction to Kamaru Usman's KO win over Jorge Masvidal at UFC 261 this past Saturday, Dana White saying he's next for a rematch with Usman, and much more. Jeff Molina (35:02) recaps his Fight of the Night earning win over Aori Qileng at UFC 261 and explains why he wasn't thrilled with his performance as a whole. Bellator heavyweight champion Ryan Bader (49:38) discusses his light heavyweight grand prix win over Lyoto Machida, Corey Anderson being his next opponent, and Scott Coker announcing an interim heavyweight title matchup could be announced soon. Finally, Frank Mir (1:08:35) discusses his pro boxing debut at the Triller Fight Club event earlier this month in Atlanta against Steve Cunningham, the judges, Oscar De La Hoya’s commentary taking away from his fight, and more.

On the 41st episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday’s UFC 261 event at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Fla. Future matchups were discussed for welterweight champion Kamaru Usman following his second round KO victory in the main event, Jorge Masvidal, new strawweight champion Rose Namjunas, now former champion Zhang Weili, flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko, Jessica Andrade, Uriah Hall, Anthony Smith, and more.

With UFC 261 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee, Jed Meshew and E. Casey Leydon react to a memorable night of fights, including championship victories for Kamaru Usman, Rose Namajunas and Valentina Shevchenko.

With UFC 261 just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jose Youngs break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday night’s event in Jacksonville, where three world titles will be on the line—headlined by the welterweight championship rematch between Kamaru Usman and Jorge Masvidal. The co-main event will see Zhang Weili put her strawweight title on the line against former champion Rose Namajunas, and Valentina Shevchenko defends her flyweight title against Jessica Andrade.

Chris Weidman Hopes to Use Win Over Uriah Hall As Further Proof That He's the Man to Beat Israel Adesanya

Between The Links: Kamaru Usman vs. Jorge Masvidal 2, Jake Paul vs Ben Askren Fallout, Israel Adesanya vs. Robert Whittaker 2, More

This week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck speaks with boxing commentator Ray Flores to recap the Triller Fight Club event this past Saturday, Jake Paul's TKO win over Ben Askren, and addresses some of the narratives that came out of the event. Lauren Murphy previews her UFC 263 matchup with Joanne Calderwood and gives her thoughts on the flyweight title fight this Saturday at UFC 261 between Valentina Shevchenko and Jessica Andrade. Finally, Gordon Ryan discusses signing with ONE Championship, when he may make the transition to MMA, and the viral video of him slapping Andre Galvao.

On the 40th episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday’s UFC Vegas 24 event at the APEX. Future matchups were discussed for Robert Whittaker, who earned his third straight win with a unanimous decision over Kelvin Gastelum in the main event, Andrei Arlovski, Jacob Malkoun, Tracy Cortez, Luis Pena, and more.

MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew react to the top storylines coming out of UFC Vegas 24 and Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren events.

With UFC Vegas 24 and Paul vs. Askren boxing match just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Jose Youngs, Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew break down the top storylines.

Jake Paul's boxing duel with Ben Askren, Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor's donation dispute, and Saturday's middleweight contender clash between Robert Whittaker and Kelvin Gastelum will be discussed on this edition of Between the Links as host Mike Heck is joined by BTL champion Jed Meshew and challenger Drake Riggs.

Dustin Poirier vs. Conor McGregor Drama, UFC Vegas 24, ONE on TNT 2, Bellator 257, Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren, more

Before Jake Paul and Ben Askren clash this weekend, Daniel Cormier, Aljamain Sterling, Miesha Tate, Stephen Thompson, Anthony Pettis and many more offer their picks, predictions and expectations for the upcoming boxing match.

This week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck speaks with former UFC flyweight Jimmy Flick to explain his decision to announce his retirement on Saturday. Stephen Thompson discusses his recently announced matchup with Gilbert Burns at UFC 264, the ongoing drama between event headliners Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor, and his dislike of Jake Paul. Randy Costa explains his friendly callout and ongoing competitive rivalry with Adrian Yanez and recovering from an injury that forced him out of his March fight with Trevin Jones. Finally, Julian Marquez recaps his second-round submission win over Sam Alvey at UFC Vegas 23, gives an update on where things stand with his pickleball callouts of Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Tyreek Hill, and more.