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2101
Ben Askren Retires From MMA Reaction | The A-Si...
Ben Askren has decided to retire after a career that saw him win Bellator and ONE titles. MMA Fighting’s Jose Youngs and Alexander K. Lee break down his legacy.
15 min
2102
The A-Side Live Chat: Nick Diaz’s callout of Jo...
For this episode, José Youngs and Petesy Carroll discuss the aftermath of Nick Diaz' recent interview on ESPN, Jorge Masvidal’s response, Zabit Magomedsharipov's next move in the UFC featherweight division, Brian Ortega vs. The Korean Zombie, plus a preview of UFC Sao Paulo.
72 min
2103
Eurobash: Episode 60 (w/ Tom King, Paul Craig)
On the latest episode of Eurobash, Team KF head coach Tom King (16:00) discusses a big night for his team at Cage Warriors 110 and sheds light on what led to him parting ways with SBG and John Kavanagh. After calling for the fight on his last appearance on the show, Paul Craig (1:08:00) stops by to discuss his Sao Paulo showdown with legendary Brazilian, Mauricio "Shogun" Rua. Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath break down the latest news in European MMA.
96 min
2104
The A-Side Live Chat: Jorge Masvidal's win over...
For this episode, José Youngs and Petesy Carroll discuss the aftermath of UFC 244, Jorge Masvidal’s win over Nate Diaz, Corey Anderson’s TKO win over Johnny Walker, Kevin Lee’s KO of Gregor Gillespie, Darren Till and Edmen Shahbazyan's rise in the middleweight division, Jon Jones' future next opponent, and more.
77 min
2105
Eurobash: Episode 59 (w/ Graham Boylan, Paddy H...
On the latest episode of Eurobash, Cage Warriors CEO Graham Boylan (21:00) joins the podcast to discuss Cage Warriors returning to his native Co. Cork and next generation of Irish UFC fighters. Paddy Holohan (53:00) also drops in to discuss the launch of his autobiography, Hooligan. Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath looked back at the latest news in European MMA.
88 min
2106
Coffee Talk: UFC 244
In this edition of Coffee Talk, MMA Fighting's Danny Segura, Jose Youngs, Casey Leydon, and Esther Lin discuss UFC 244 fight week in New York for Masvidal vs. Diaz. The MMA Fighting coverage crew here in New York met the day after the fights to discuss the stoppage at Jorge Masvidal vs Nate Diaz, Till vs. Gastelum, Kevin Lee's KO of Gillespie, Anderson's KO of Walker, and more.
65 min
2107
The A-Side Live Chat: Jorge Masvidal vs. Nate D...
On this episode of The A-Side Live Chat, José Youngs and Danny Segura discuss include the upcoming BFM title fight agaisnt Jorge Masvidal vs. Nate Diaz at UFC 244, other possible candidates for the unofficial MMA Fighting "BMF list," Israel Adesanya's potential opponents, Paulo Costa's injury, the UFC bantamweight title picture, Rory MacDonald's run in Bellator, and more.
70 min
2108
Eurobash: Episode 58 (w/ Ciryl Gane, Jai Herbert)
On the latest episode of Eurobash, Ciryl Gane (29:00) reveals his hopes to fight one more time before the end of 2019 and Jai Herbert (1:04:00) discusses his viral knee knockout at Cage Warriors 109 and his proximity to a UFC contract. Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath look at the latest European news headlines.
104 min
2109
Eurobash: Episode 57 (w/ Darren Stewart, Emil M...
On the latest episode of Eurobash, Darren Stewart (20:30) discusses his big win over rival Deron Winn at UFC Boston and Emil Meek (52:30) discusses his nightmare 2019 and why he wants to fight Diego Sanchez. Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath look at the latest headlines in European MMA.
89 min
2110
Eurobash: Episode 56 (w/ Petr Yan, Brendan Loug...
On the latest episode of Eurobash, Peter Yan (14:00) puts the bantamweight division on notice, Brendan Loughnane (44:00) recalls being congratulated on his successful PFL debut by Tyson Fury and Mike Tyson and Sean Brady (1:03:00) reveals how Eddie Alvarez played a huge part in his UFC signing. Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath look at the latest European MMA news.
85 min
2111
The A-Side Live Chat | Israel Adesanya's rise t...
For this episode, José Youngs and Petesy Carroll break down Israel Adesanya’s violent destruction of Robert Whittaker at UFC 243, Adesanya’s meteoric rise to UFC gold, Whittaker’s future inside the Octagon, and what’s next for the rest of the middleweight division. The pair looked ahead to this Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ card in Tampa Bay, featuring Joanna Jedrzejczyk vs. Michelle Waterson, Cub Swanson vs. Kron Gracie and the return of Mackenzie Dern.
70 min
2112
The A-Side Live Chat | UFC 243 Preview, Robert ...
For this episode, José Youngs and Danny Segura preview the upcoming UFC 243 card on Saturday, the UFC middleweight title unification bout between Robert Whittaker and Israel Adesanya, Yoel Romero's future at middleweight, the recent rise in international UFC champions, the drama surround the Jackson-Winkeljohn gym, referee Dan Miragliotta's reaction to Michael 'Venom' Page's taunting at Bellator Dublin, and more.
62 min
2113
Eurobash 55 (w/ Fabian Edwards, Cal Ellenor)
Episode 55 of Eurobash features Fabian Edwards on his grudge match with Mike Shipman and his brother Leon’s next move. Also featured, Cal Ellenor explains how a doctor’s error cost him the biggest fight of his life against James Gallagher in Dublin. Petesy Carroll looks at the latest headlines in European MMA.
52 min
2114
The A-Side Live Chat | UFC Mexico Fallout, Yair...
For this episode, José Youngs and Danny Segura react to Yair Rodriguez and Jeremy Stephens’ controversial no-contest during the main even of UFC Mexico, fans’ reaction to the sudden end, Rodriguez’s post-fight comments, Stephens’ response, Carla Esparza’s narrow decision win over Alexa Grasso, the upcoming MMA triple-header featuring Bellator 227, Bellator 228 and UFC Copenhagen, and more!
66 min
2115
Eurobash: Episode 54 (w/ Jack Hermansson, Jack ...
On the latest Eurobash, Jack Hermansson (11:00) discusses the middleweight title picture ahead of his UFC Copenhagen main event clash with Jared Cannonier. Also featured, undefeated Welsh prospect Jack Shore (35:00) looks forward to his UFC debut, which also takes place at the Copenhagen event. Hosts Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath discuss the latest news in European MMA.
73 min
2116
The A-Side Live Chat | UFC's Welterweight Title...
For this episode, José Youngs and Alexander K. Lee break down Justin Gaethje’s TKO win over Donald Cerrone at UFC Vancouver, discuss Khabib Nurmagomedov's dominance inside the Octagon, the UFC's murky welterweight title picture, Joanna Jedrzejczyk's return against Michelle Wateron, Michel Pereira's future and more.
70 min
2117
Eurobash: Episode 53 ( w/ Joanna Jedrzejczyk, P...
On the latest episode of Eurobash, Joanna Jedrzejczyk (13:30) discusses the title ramifications of her upcoming main event bout with Michelle Waterson and Paul Felder (54:00) weighs in on Edson Barboza's decision to appeal his loss to from their clash in Abu Dhabi at UFC 242. Hosts Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath look at the latest European MMA headlines.
77 min
2118
Eurobash: Episode 52 (w/ Philip De Fries, Cal E...
On the latest episode of Eurobash, Philip De Fries (17:00) spoke about his willingness to take on Bellator's heavyweight champion Ryan Bader ahead of his KSW 50 title defense. Cal Ellenor (50:00) also joins the show to discuss his pivotal bantamweight clash with James Gallagher at Bellator Dublin. Hosts Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath breakdown the latest European headlines.
73 min
2119
This Is An MMA News Show - UFC 242 Khabib vs Po...
This week on This Is An MMA News Show, we recap UFC 242 results, round up news from around MMA including updates with Jorge Masvidal, Nate Diaz, Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington as well as preview this weekend's coming action with UFC Vancouver: Donald Cerrone vs. Justin Gaethje, KSW London, and the boxing match between Tyson Fury vs. Otto Wallin
17 min
2120
Cris Cyborg Signs With Bellator MMA Reaction | ...
With Cris Cyborg signing with Bellator MMA, MMA Fighting's José Youngs and Alexander K. Lee give their immediate reaction to the former UFC & Strikeforce champion changing things up.
15 min
2121
Eurobash: Episode 51 (w/ Pedro Carvalho, Adam B...
On the latest episode of Eurobash, European featherweights Pedro Carvalho (11:30) and Adam Borics (35:00) preview their Grand Prix bouts at this weekend's Bellator 226 card. Peter Carroll joins Niall McGrath from Abu Dhabi to preview UFC 242. Peter and Niall also take a closer look at this weekend's Cage Warriors Unplugged 2 event as well as Bellator 226.
76 min
2122
This Is An MMA News Show - Sep 02, 2019 -UFC Sh...
This week on This Is An MMA News Show, we recap UFC Shenzhen results, round up news from around MMA including updates with Junior Dos Santos, BJ Penn, and CB Dolloway, as well as preview this weekend's coming action with UFC 242: Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Dustin Poirier, Bellator 226: Ryan Bader vs Chieck Kongo, and Invicta FC's second Phoenix Tournament.
15 min
2123
The A-Side Live Chat | UFC Shenzhen Preview, Jo...
José Youngs is joined by Alexander K. Lee to break down Jon Jones's chances against heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic, Henry Cejudo's recent callouts of Dominick Cruz and Frankie Edgar, Anthony Johnson's planned return to mixed martial arts, Jon Aldo chances at bantamweight and more.
63 min
2124
Eurobash: Episode 50 (w/ Mark Henry, Molly McCa...
On the latest episode of Eurobash, Coach Mark Henry (19:00) discusses Conor McGregor's comments on Frankie Edgar, Molly McCann (40:00) gives insights into her resurgence following her UFC debut loss and Mark Madsen (1:09:30) looks forward to his UFC debut in Copenhagen. Hosts Peter Carroll and Niall McGrath discuss the latest European MMA headlines.
87 min
2125
This Is An MMA News Show | McGregor's apology, ...
AUGUST 26, 2019 -- On this week's episode of This Is An MMA News Show, we recap the record-breaking Bellator 225 card topped by Matt Mitrione vs Sergei Kharitonov, Combate 42, Conor McGregor's interview and apology, and round up all the fights coming this week including UFC Shenzen.
12 min