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1951
Anthony 'Rumble' Johnson Explains How He Ended ...
Anthony 'Rumble' Johnson Explains How He Ended Up Signing with Bellator MMA After Leaving the UFC
15 min
1952
The A-Side Live Chat | UFC 256 fallout, Figueir...
UFC 256 fallout, Figueiredo vs. Moreno, Charles Oliveira’s win over Tony Ferguson, UFC Vegas 17, more
71 min
1953
Between the Links: Episode 29 | UFC 256 Fallout...
Check out episode 29 of Between the Links as Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and The Athletic's Shaun Al-Shatti as they discuss the fallout of a memorable UFC 256 event, including the Fight of the Year contender for the flyweight title as Deiveson Figueiredo and Brandon Moreno fought to a draw, Charles Oliveira and Kevin Holland's big wins, and a look ahead to UFC Vegas 17--headlined by Stephen Thompson vs. Geoff Neal.
89 min
1954
On To the Next One: Episode 22 | Matches To Mak...
In the 22nd episode of On to the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday's memorable UFC 256 event at the UFC APEX. After Devieson Figueiredo and Brandon Moreno fought to a draw in an instant classic for the flyweight title, they'll likely be matched up for a rematch in 2021. With that, future matchups were discussed for Charles Oliveira, Tony Ferguson, Mackenzie Dern, Kevin Holland, Ciryl Gane, Cub Swanson, and the rest of the winners from the final PPV event of 2020.
64 min
1955
UFC 256 Post-Fight Show
With UFC 256, one of the most memorable events of the year, in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines from Saturday night’s event from Las Vegas, including the main event for the flyweight title as Deiveson Figueiredo and Brandon Moreno fought to a draw in an instant classic.
77 min
1956
UFC 256 Preview Show ft. Michael Chiesa
With UFC 256 just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and UFC welterweight Michael Chiesa break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday night’s event in Las Vegas, including the flyweight championship main event between Devieson Figueiredo and Brandon Moreno, as well as the fascinating lightweight co-main event between Tony Ferguson and Charles Oliveira.
23 min
1957
What the Heck: Episode 37 | Jordan Leavitt, Wal...
Check out episode 37 of What the Heck as MMA Fighting's Mike Heck chats with Jordan Leavitt (6:40) to recap his impressive 22 second KO win over Matt Wiman at UFC Vegas 16. Alex Morono (25:37) previews his upcoming matchup with former champion Anthony Pettis at UFC Vegas 17 on Dec. 19. Manager and coach Tyson Chartier (46:41) discusses Rob Font and Calvin Kattar's upcoming fights against Marlon Moraes and Max Holloway respectively. Finally, Walt Harris (1:15:42) talks being on the broadcast team for UFC Vegas 15 and explains why he feels he may have come back to compete too soon after tragedy struck in his life.
96 min
1958
The A-Side Live Chat | UFC 256 Preview, UFC Ros...
UFC 256 Preview, UFC Roster Cuts, Figueiredo vs. Moreno, Ferguson vs. Oliveira, Yoel Romero, Anthony Johnson, Bellator 254, More
73 min
1959
Marvin Vettori sends a message to UFC champion ...
Marvin Vettori discusses his win over Jack Hermansson and sends a message to UFC champion Israel Adesanya.
22 min
1960
Between the Links Episode 28 | Marvin Vettori's...
Check out episode 28 of Between the Links as Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Ian Parker from the Anik & Florian Podcast as they give their takes on Marvin Vettori’s unanimous decision win over Jack Hermansson in the main event of UFC Vegas 16 this past Saturday, and if they feel “The Italian Dream” is a legit threat to Israel Adesanya and the middleweight title. In addition, the panel reacts to the release of Yoel Romero from the UFC and discuss where he might end up now that he’s a free agent, take a look at UFC 256 and how the card looks on paper, whether or not Brandon Moreno makes a case for Fighter of the Year if he defeats Deiveson Figueiredo for the flyweight title, the announcement of the boxing exhibition between Floyd Mayweather and Logan Paul, and more.
76 min
1961
Francis Ngannou Frustrated Waiting for His Titl...
Francis Ngannnou details his frustration waiting for a title shot and his thoughts on Stipe Miocic as well as Jon Jones making the move to heavyweight
19 min
1962
On To the Next One: Episode 21 | Matches To Mak...
In the 21st 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 16 event at the UFC APEX. Future fights are discussed for Marvin Vettori--who defeated Jack Hermansson in a classic middleweight main event--Jamahal Hill, Gabriel Benitez, Roman Dolidze, Jordan Leavitt, Louis Smolka, and more.
57 min
1963
UFC Vegas 16: Hermansson vs. Vettori Post-Fight...
With UFC Vegas 16 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines coming out of Saturday night’s event at the UFC APEX, including Marvin Vettori’s unanimous decision win over Jack Hermansson in the exciting middleweight headliner.
89 min
1964
UFC Vegas 16 Preview Show ft. Brendan Fitzgerald
With UFC Vegas 16 just hours away, UFC announcer Brendan Fitzgerald joins MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon to break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday night’s event at the UFC APEX, including the middleweight headliner between Jack Hermansson and Marvin Vettori.
56 min
1965
What the Heck: Episode 36 | Kevin Holland, Marl...
Check out episode 36 of What the Heck as MMA Fighting's Mike Heck chats with Kevin Holland as they discuss his removal from this Saturday's UFC Vegas 16 headliner with Jack Hermansson, getting booked a week later against "Jacare" Souza, why he prefers the new matchup, and more. Marlon Vera previews his upcoming matchup with Jose Aldo at the UFC's event on Dec. 19, talks his reaction to getting the matchup and what an impressive win could lead to. ONE Championship heavyweight titleholder Brandon Vera discusses fatherhood, not being able to compete in 2020, expectations to face Arjan Bhullar in the first quarter of 2021, and former opponent Jon Jones' move to heavyweight. Finally, Montana De La Rosa previews her upcoming fight with Talia Santos this Saturday at UFC Vegas 16, explains why she's had to work with coach Eliot Marshall via Zoom, training with Lauren Murphy ahead of the matchup, and more.
91 min
1966
The A-Side Live Chat | Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones...
Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr., UFC Heavyweight Title Picture, MMA in the Olympics, Claressa Shields to PFL, More
65 min
1967
Anthony Smith Talks Short-Notice Main Event Win...
Anthony Smith Talks Short-Notice Main Event Win, His Tumultuous 2020 and Plans for the Future
25 min
1968
Between the Links: Episode 27 | Mike Tyson vs. ...
Check out episode 27 of Between the Links as Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and The Athletic’s Shaun Al-Shatti as they give their takes on Saturday night’s Legends Only League debut event headlined by Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. fighting to a draw. They also discuss Jake Paul’s devastating knockout win over former NBA guard Nate Robinson, along with the YouTube star’s callouts of Dillon Danis and Conor McGregor. In addition, the panel discusses the importance of Anthony Smith’s first-round submission win over Devin Clark in the main event of UFC Vegas 15—along with their three stars of the fight card—a look ahead to UFC Vegas 16, which is now headlined by Jack Hermansson vs. Marvin Vettori, and the future of former middleweight champion Anderson Silva following his release from the UFC, and more.
69 min
1969
On To the Next One: Episode 20 | Matches To Mak...
In the 20th 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 15 event at the UFC APEX. Future fights are discussed for Anthony Smith--who submitted Devin Clark in the first round of the main event--Miguel Baeza, Parker Porter, Bill Algeo, Norma Dumont, Jonathan Pearce, and more.
45 min
1970
Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. & UFC Vegas 15 Pos...
With the debut of the Legends Only League, as well as UFC Vegas 15 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines from a busy Saturday night in combat sports—including Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. fighting to a draw in the squared circle, and Anthony Smith submitting Devin Clark in the first round inside the octagon.
71 min
1971
UFC Vegas 15 & Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. Pre...
With UFC Vegas 15 just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday’s event at the UFC APEX, including the brand new main event between Anthony Smith and Devin Clark, along with the highly anticipated boxing event headlined by Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr.
57 min
1972
What the Heck: Episode 35 | Joaquin Buckley, Br...
On a special Thanksgiving edition of What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck chats with Brandon Moreno to recap his first-round finish of Brandon Royval at UFC 255, and discuss getting a quick turnaround in less than three weeks to face Deiveson Figueiredo for the flyweight title at UFC 256 on Dec. 12. Joaquin Buckley talks his second-round KO win over Jordan Wright at UFC 255, wanting to fight James Krause and everyone at Glory MMA within reach, and his hopes to accomplish one of those things at UFC 257. All Elite Wrestling star Maxwell Jacob Friedman, aka MJF, gives his thoughts on colleague Jake Hager's recent win at Bellator 250, being a UFC fan, Conor McGregor and Colby Covington's promo skills, how he got into the business and eventually to AEW. Finally, Rob Font previews his upcoming fight with Marlon Moraes at the UFC's Dec. 19 event in his first appearance since suffering an ACL injury in a December 2019 win over Ricky Simon.
82 min
1973
The A-Side Live Chat: UFC 255 fallout, Figueire...
UFC 255 Fallout, Deiveson Figueiredo, Valentina Shevchenko, Fight Circus, Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. more
77 min
1974
Between the Links: Episode 26 | Deiveson Figuei...
Check out episode 26 of Between the Links as Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting’s Jose Youngs and Jed Meshew as they discuss Deiveson Figueiredo’s quick submission win over Alex Perez at UFC 255 and his star potential, Valentina Shevchenko’s fourth successful title defense over Jennifer Maia, whether or not the 125-pound queen was rusty and what’s next for Mike Perry. In addition, the panel weighs in on the new lineup of UFC 256 with the loss of Petr Yan and Aljamain Sterling, and the addition of Figueiredo vs. Brandon Moreno for the flyweight title, as well as the return of Tony Ferguson against Charles Oliveira. They also discuss AJ McKee’s future following is incredible submission of Darrion Caldwell, UFC Vegas 15, Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr., and more.
68 min
1975
On To the Next One: Matches To Make After UFC 255
After UFC 255, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday's event at the UFC APEX. Mike and AK react to Deiveson Figueiredo's next title defense being on the books against fellow event winner Brandon Moreno at UFC 256. Future fights were then discussed for Alex Perez, women's flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko, Jennifer Maia, Tim Means, Katlyn Chookagian, Paul Craig, Joaquin Buckley and more in the 19th episode of On To The Next One.
50 min