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Coffee Talk: Bellator Japan and RIZIN 20 Edition
As 2019 comes to a close, the MMA Fighting crew in Japan breaks down two of the final cards of the year including Bellator 237 and RIZIN 20.
43 min
2202
The A-Side Live Chat | Looking back at 2019, lo...
For this episode of The A-Side Live Chat, José Youngs and Petesy Carroll kick off 2020 by breaking down some of the top storylines in the world of mixed martial arts. Some of the topics they will discuss will be the fallout from Bellator Japan and Rizin 20, the impending return of Conor McGregor at UFC 246, our picks for the 2019 Fight of the Year, Knockout of the Year, Submission of the Year & Fighter of the Year, and more.
84 min
2203
Eurobash: Christmas Special
On the last episode of Eurobash in 2019, hosts Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath meet at a Dublin pub to discuss the biggest talking points from the year. The Dublin duo also give their picks for Fight of the Year, Fighter of the Year, Submission of the Year and Knockout of the Year.
69 min
2204
The A-Side Live Chat | UFC 245 fallout, Kamaru ...
For this episode, José Youngs and Petesy Carroll will break down some of the top storylines in the world of mixed martial arts. Some of the topics they will discuss will be the fallout from UFC 245, including Kamaru Umsan’s fifth round TKO over Colby Covington, Alexander Volkanovski dethroning Max Holloway, Amanda Nunes steamrolling over Germaine de Randamie, Marlon Moraes’ split=\-decision win over Jose Aldo and Petr Yan’s knockout of Urijah Faber.
72 min
2205
Eurobash: Episode 64 (w/ Jack Hermansson, Paul ...
On the latest episode of Eurobash, Jack Hermansson (15:30) underlines his interest in facing Darren Till at UFC London. Paul Redmond (49:00) also joins the the podcast to discuss his newly announced bout against fellow top rated European lightweight, Ryan Scope. Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath discuss the latest news in European MMA.
72 min
2206
UFC 245 Preview Show
With UFC 245 just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Jose Youngs and Steven Marrocco break down the top storylines.
19 min
2207
The A-Side live Chat | Kamaru Usman vs. Colby C...
For this episode, José Youngs and E. Casey Leyon Discuss Jairzinho Rozenstruik‘s violent knockout of Alistair Overeem, UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman’s upcoming title defense against Colby Covington, featherweight champion Max Holloway’s title fight against Alexander Volkanovski, bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes’ rematch against Germain de Randemie, Jose Aldo’s cut down to 135-pounds against Marlon Moraes, Urijah Faber’s return against Petr Yan, and more.
64 min
2208
Eurobash: Episode 63 (w/ Leon Edwards, Owen Roddy)
On the latest episode of Eurobash, Leon Edwards (20:00) gives his take on Kamaru Usman's title fight with Colby Covington and insists that he still wants to fight former champion Tyron Woodley in the main event of UFC London. Owen Roddy (42:00) joins the show to discuss Conor McGregor's return bout against Donald Cerrone and the regimented camp the Irishman has put together. Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath look at the latest European MMA headlines.
80 min
2209
The A-Side Live Chat | Conor McGregor’s Return ...
On this episode of The A-Side Live Chat hey will discuss are the UFC finally setting date for Conor McGregor’s highly-anticipated return to the Octagon against Donald Cerrone at UFC 247, Tony Ferguson's recent comments regarding Khabib Nurmagomevo's mindset, Combate America’s upcoming card headlined by Tito Ortiz vs. Alberto Del Rio, plus a preview of UFC DC, and more!
85 min
2210
Eurobash: Episode 62 (w/ Scott Askham)
KSW middleweight champion Scott Askham joins Eurobash ahead of his much anticipated KSW 52 main event clash with Mamed Khalidov. Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath discuss the latest headlines in European MMA.
53 min
2211
The A-Side Live Chat | Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. ...
For this episode of The A-Side Live Chat, José Youngs and Mike Heck react to the UFC finally setting a target date for the lightweight title fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Tony Ferguson, Gina Carano's recent comments on ESPN regarding her previously planned UFC debut, Conor McGregor's supposed return in January and give their take on whether the .UFC is truly holding too many events.
67 min
2212
Eurobash: London Special (Nathaniel Wood, Craig...
On a Eurobash London Special, Nathaniel Wood (15:00) talks the golden era of U.K. MMA on the announcement of UFC London. Former UFC fighter Craig White (31:00) and promotional president Graham Boylan (1:00:00) look back at Cage Warriors 111. U.K. MMA media veteran Jade Morris (1:20:00) and Head of Bellator Europe David Green (1:37:00) share thoughts on Bellator London.
117 min
2213
The A-Side Live Chat | UFC Sao Paulo Fallout, F...
For this episode, José Youngs and Anthony Walker discuss the aftermath of UFC Sao Paulo, Jan Blachowicz’s decision win over Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza, Charles Oliveira's KO win over Jared Gordon, Frankie Edgar's future at bantamweight, Nick Diaz' return, the state of mixed martial arts in Brazil, and more.
64 min
2214
Eurobash: Episode 61 (w/ Michael Page, James Webb)
London headliners Michael Page (15:00) and James Webb (43:00) join the podcast ahead of their pivotal bouts at Bellator London and Cage Warriors 111. Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath discuss the headlines in European MMA.
84 min
2215
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
2216
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
2217
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
2218
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
2219
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
2220
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
2221
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
2222
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
2223
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
2224
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
2225
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