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What the Heck: Episode 59 | Andrea Lee, Austin ...
This week on What the Heck, Mike Heck chats with Andrea Lee to recap her impressive second-round submission win over Antonina Shecvhenko at UFC 262 this past Saturday. Danny Sabatello talks his Bellator 259 bout this Friday against Brett Johns, signing an exclusive multi-fight deal wiht Bellator and his belief he can beat Sergio Pettis right now. Austin Vanderford previews his Bellator 259 fight with Fabian Edwards and discusses what it was like watching Paige VanZant's BKFC debut. Finally, Phil Hawes recaps his win over Kyle Daukaus at UFC Vegas 26, discusses how the fight with Deron Winn came together prior to signing on to face Daukaus, Israel Adesanya, and more.
67 min
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On To the Next One: Matches To Make After UFC 262
On the 44th 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 262 event at the Toyota Center in Houston. Future matchups were discussed for the new lightweight champion Charles Oliveira following his second-round TKO win in the main event, Michael Chandler, Beneil Dariush, Rogerio Bonterin, Katlyn Chookagian, Edson Barboza, and more.
66 min
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UFC 262 Post-Fight Show
With UFC 262 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines following Saturday night’s event in Houston, including Charles Oliveira becoming the new lightweight champion after his second-round TKO win over Michael Chandler in the thrilling main event.
66 min
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UFC 262 Preview Show
With UFC 262 just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jose Youngs break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday’s event at the Toyota Center in Houston, including the main event for the vacant lightweight title between Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler.
20 min
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Between the Links: Episode 51 | UFC Vegas 26 & ...
This week on Between the Links, host Mike Heck is joined by MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and fellow journalist Alex Wendling to discuss the fallout of UFC Vegas 26 and Bellator 258 from this past weekend, what stood out from Marina Rodriguez’s win over Michelle Waterson, where Sergio Pettis’ Bellator bantamweight title win over Juan Archuleta puts him in the overall 135-pound rankings, Donald Cerrone’s future following his TKO loss to Alex Morono at the APEX and who he should face next in what could be his final fight, the upcoming vacant lightweight title fight between Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler in the main event of Saturday’s UFC 262 card in Houston, what’s at stake for Tony Ferguson when he faces Beneil Dariush, a look at the event as a whole, and more.
74 min
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What the Heck: Episode 58 | Brandon Moreno, Cal...
This week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck speaks with Brandon Moreno ahead of his flyweight championship rematch with Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 263 on June 12. Alex Morono recaps his first-round TKO win over Donald Cerrone in the co-main event of this past Saturday's UFC Vegas 26 event. Calvin Kattar talks what he took away from his UFC Fight Island 7 loss to Max Holloway and timeline for a return to the octagon. Finally, Dustin Jacoby discusses his UFC Vegas 25 draw with Ion Cutelaba and why he was unhappy with several things in regards to the fight this past month.
96 min
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On To the Next One: Matches To Make After UFC V...
On the 43rd 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 26 event at the APEX. Future matchups were discussed for Marina Rodriguez following her unanimous decision victory in the main event, Michelle Waterson, Alex Morono, Neil Magny, Gregor Gillespie, and more.
69 min
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UFC Vegas 26 Post-Fight Show
With UFC Vegas 26 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines from Saturday night’s event at the APEX, including Marina Rodriguez’s unanimous decision win over Michelle Waterson in the main event.
59 min
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UFC Vegas 26 Preview Show
UFC Vegas 26 Preview Show
58 min
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Between the Links: Episode 50 | Jiri Prochazka,...
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.
103 min
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Kayla Harrison Reveals a Valuable Lesson She Le...
Kayla Harrison Reveals a Valuable Lesson She Learned Watching Colby Covington Fall to Kamaru Usman
18 min
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The A-Side Live Chat | Jiri Prochazka’s future,...
Jiri Prochazka’s future, Diego Sanchez vs. UFC, Archuleta vs Pettis, UFC Vegas 26, more
81 min
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What the Heck: Episode 57 | Josh Thomson, Shane...
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.
78 min
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On To the Next One: Matches To Make After UFC V...
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.
81 min
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UFC Vegas 25 Post-Fight Show
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.
71 min
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UFC Vegas 25 Preview Show
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.
72 min
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Between the Links: Kamaru Usman and Jorge Masvi...
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.
83 min
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What the Heck: Bonus Edition | Jon Anik, Drakka...
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.
89 min
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The A-Side Live Chat | Kamaru Usman’s KO Of Jor...
Kamaru Usman’s KO Of Jorge Masvidal, Rose Namajunas' Future, Valentina Shevchenko's Dominance, Daniel Cormier vs. Jake Paul, UFC 261 Fallout, More
74 min
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What the Heck: Episode 56 | Colby Covington, Ry...
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.
88 min
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On To the Next One: Matches To Make After UFC 261
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.
90 min
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UFC 261 Post-Fight Show
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.
73 min
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UFC 261 Preview Show
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.
22 min
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Chris Weidman Hopes to Use Win Over Uriah Hall ...
Chris Weidman Hopes to Use Win Over Uriah Hall As Further Proof That He's the Man to Beat Israel Adesanya
22 min
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Between The Links: Kamaru Usman vs. Jorge Masvi...
Between The Links: Kamaru Usman vs. Jorge Masvidal 2, Jake Paul vs Ben Askren Fallout, Israel Adesanya vs. Robert Whittaker 2, More
84 min