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UFC Announces Multiple Title Fights, 'Fight Isl...
MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jose Youngs react to the big news of Dana White announcing multiple title fights for the summer, three of which will take place on "Fight Island" at UFC 251.
The UFC president also announced the location of the island, along with four fight cards in an eight day span, and the date for the trilogy fight for the heavyweight title between Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier.
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Between the Links: Episode 2 | Conor McGregor '...
Check out episode 2 of MMA Fighting's Between the Links. This week, host Mike Heck curates the matchup between defending champion Jose Youngs and, the man he called out after his victory, Damon Martin.
This week, the panel discusses the meaning behind Conor McGregor's latest retirement announcement. They also answer the question of who is the most likely, and least likely, to return to the octagon first: McGregor, Jon Jones, or Jorge Masvidal, plus the three stars of UFC 250, and the criticism of the UFC's event coming up this Saturday headlined by Jessica Eye vs. Cynthia Calvillo.
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Coffee Talk: UFC 250 Edition - MMA Fighting
In the aftermath of UFC 250, MMA Fighting's Esther Lin and E. Casey Leydon are joined by The Athletic's Fernanda Prates.
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UFC 250 Post-Fight Show
MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alex K. Lee break down the top storylines from Saturday night’s UFC 250 event in Las Vegas, including Amanda Nunes’ historic title defense against Felicia Spencer in the main event, a banner night for the bantamweight division, and more.
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Conor McGregor Announces Retirement Reaction
MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alex K. Lee react to Conor McGregor announcing his retirement following Saturday night's UFC 250 event.
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UFC 250 Preview Show
With UFC 250 just hours away, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jose Youngs break down the top storylines heading into Saturday’s pay-per-view event at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, including the main event between Amanda Nunes and Felicia Spencer for the women’s featherweight title.
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What the Heck: Episode 10 | Sean O'Malley, Bria...
Check out episode 10 of What the Heck with Mike Heck on MMA Fighting. This week, Mike chats with UFC flyweight Brandon Royval (7:18) to recap his 'Fight of the Night' winning submission victory over Tim Elliott in his promotional debut at UFC on ESPN 9.
UFC bantamweight Brian Kelleher (32:00) previews his short notice 145-pound fight with Cody Stamann this Saturday at UFC 250, being inspired by Jorge Masvidal's 2019 run, and hoping a fight with Sean O'Malley can come next with a win.
O'Malley (52:45) then joins the show to discuss his bantamweight fight with Eddie Wineland at UFC 250, his current contract status, and where he stands in one of the deepest divisions in the UFC.
Finally, UFC lightweight Roosevelt Roberts (1:06:10) returns to the show to recap his submission win over Brok Weaver at UFC on ESPN 9 and what is next after the best performance of his career this past weekend.
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The A-Side Live Chat: UFC 250 preview, Amanda N...
For this episode, José Youngs and Alex Savas react to some of the top stories in mixed martial arts.
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Between the Links: Episode 1 | Jon Jones vs. Da...
Check out the debut episode of MMA Fighting's newest debate show, Between the Links. Host Mike Heck is joined by Jose Youngs and Alex K. Lee to discuss Jon Jones vs. Dana White and the UFC, the three stars for this past weekend's UFC on ESPN 9 event, and a look ahead to UFC 250.
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UFC on ESPN 9: Woodley vs. Burns Post-Fight Show
MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alex K. Lee break down the top storylines from UFC on ESPN 9, including Gilbert Burns' dominant decision win over former welterweight champion Tyron Woodley in the main event.
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What the Heck: Episode 9 | Cynthia Calvillo, An...
Check out episode 9 of What the Heck with Mike Heck on MMA Fighting. This week, Mike chats with Cynthia Calvillo (4:13) to discuss her main event bout with Jessica Eye at the UFC’s June 13 event, how the fans have reacted to the booking and moving her training camp to AKA.
UFC flyweight Tim Elliott (31:00) previews his fight with Brandon Royval this Saturday, reacts to not having friend and coach James Krause in his corner for the fight, and details a crazy story regarding his previous fight with Askar Askarov at UFC 246.
UFC lightweight Roosevelt Roberts (49:15) talks short notice preparation for his fight with Brok Weaver this Saturday, what he took away from his first international fight against Alexander Yakovlev and having a name in mind to call out with a win this weekend.
UFC welterweight Anthony Rocco Martin (1:04:48) reveals why he believes his fight with Neil Magny at UFC 250 on June 6 is the biggest fight of his career, talks having a hard time finding fights over the last several months, heading out to Las Vegas a week earlier and more.
Finally, UFC newcomer Gabriel Green (1:30:30) checks in from Las Vegas as he prepares to make his UFC debut on five days notice against Daniel Rodriguez this Saturday at UFC on ESPN 9.
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Colby Covington Details ATT Split, Rips Jorge M...
Colby Covington joined MMA Fighting's Damon Martin to explain why he left American Top Team, had some choice words for now former teammates Jorge Masvidal and Dustin Poirier, and more.
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The A-Side Live Chat: Conor McGregor's 'GOAT Th...
For this episode, José Youngs and Petesy Carroll react to some of the top stories in mixed martial arts.
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Eurobash: The Last Rants (w/ Ariel Helwani, Nei...
Ariel Helwani and Neil Seery join the final episode of Eurobash.
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The A-Side Live Chat w/ Brian Kelleher
For this episode, #UFC bantamweight Brian Kelleher joins José Youngs and Peter Carroll to react to some of the top stories in mixed martial arts.
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What the Heck: Episode 8 | Colby Covington, Cha...
Check out episode 8 of What the Heck with Mike Heck on MMA Fighting. This week, Mike speaks with UFC middleweight Kevin Holland (4:20) to recap his first-round TKO win at UFC on ESPN 8 and what he wants next.
Former UFC interim welterweight champion Colby Covington (22:03) explains why a fight didn't happen with Tyron Woodley and wanting fights with Kamaru Usman, Jorge Masvidal and WWE champion Drew McIntyre.
UFC heavyweight Chase Sherman (45:18) discusses his successful return to the promotion at UFC Jacksonville.
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The A-Side Live Chat w/ Angela Hill
For this episode, UFC strawweight Angela Hill joins José Youngs and Peter Carroll to react to some of the top stories in mixed martial arts.
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Eurobash: Episode 83 (w/ Darren Till, Philip O'...
Darren Till and Philip O'Connor join the latest episode of Eurobash.
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Coffee Talk: Recapping the UFC's Week in Jackso...
In the latest edition of Coffee Talk, MMA Fighting's Esther Lin, Casey Leydon and Jose Youngs recap the UFC's week in Jacksonville including UFC 249, UFC Jacksonville and UFC on ESPN 8.
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UFC on ESPN 8 Post-Fight Show
MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines from UFC on ESPN 8, including Alistair Overeem's TKO win over Walt Harris in the main event.
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UFC on ESPN 8 Preview Show w/ Aljamain Sterling
With UFC on ESPN 8 just hours away, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck is joined by UFC bantamweight contender Aljamain Sterling to break down the top storylines.
In addition, "Funk Master" provides an update on a very interesting bantamweight title picture from his perspective following Henry Cejudo's retirement announcement at UFC 249.
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What the Heck: Episode 7 | Calvin Kattar, Shane...
This week on What the Heck, Mike Heck speaks with no. 10 UFC featherweight Shane Burgos (9:10) to give a fighter's perspective on a memorable UFC 249 event and when he'd like to return, Calvin Kattar (26:56) as he recaps a huge win over Jeremy Stephens at UFC 249, along with his crazy fight week in general, and top-10 UFC lightweight Diego Ferreira (46:06) to give his thoughts on the loaded 155-pound division.
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UFC Jacksonville: Smith vs. Teixeira Post-Fight...
MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down all the top storylines from UFC Jacksonville, including Glover Teixeira’s big win over Anthony Smith in the main event.
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The A-Side Live Chat: UFC 249 reactions, Justin...
For this episode, José Youngs, Petesy Carroll, and E. Casey Leydon discuss some of the top stories in MMA.
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UFC Jacksonville Preview Show w/ Laura Sanko
With UFC Jacksonville just hours away, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jose Youngs are joined by UFC on ESPN's Laura Sanko to break down the top storylines.