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Strikeforce was one of the preeminent mixed martial arts (MMA) promotions in the world from 2006 until it folded in 2013. The promotion gave a platform to some of the greatest fighters in the world, while also helping launch women's MMA as a force in the sport. Journey with us as we go through the major events and moments in Strikeforce history!

Phil Lanides


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    Final episode: "Inside the Hexagon" says goodbye and rides off into the sunset...

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 76:04


    This is the final episode if "Inside the Hexagon," and, unlike Strikeforce, we're going out with a bang! Phil and Josh tick through the biggest highlights in the promotion's run, including selling out the Shark Tank with over 18K fans, Cung Le breaking Frank Shamrock's arm to take the middleweight belt and win "The Battle of San Jose," Fedor's only Strikeforce win, Robbie Lawler getting "Ruthless" against Melvin Manhoef, and so much more! In addition, several special guests drop by to share their thoughts on Strikeforce, including Bas Rutten, Ariel Helwani, Rich Chou, Scott Smith, and Nate Marquardt. Finally, we wrap things up with one more chat with the man that started it all, and our very first podcast guest, Strikeforce founder/owner and current Bellator promoter Scott Coker! It's a fitting tribute to our favorite MMA promotion...don't miss our final episode! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Strikeforce/UFC/Bellator vet Ryan Couture on entering MMA as the son of "The Natural," fighting on the final Strikeforce card, and what he learned from his win over K.J. Noons

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 35:13


    It's our next-to-last episode, and we're closing out our fighter interviews with an intriguing chat with former Strikeforce competitor and current Xtreme Couture CEO Ryan Couture! Ryan talks about what it was like getting into MMA as the son of UFC legend Randy "The Natural" Couture, competing inside the hexagon, and fighting on the final Strikeforce card. We dive deep into Ryan's split-decision win over K.J. Noons, including his strategy coming into it, as well as the lessons he learned during his bloody battle with the former world champ. There's a lot to this interview...don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Marquardt vs. Saffiedine" - January 13, 2013...the curtain closes on Strikeforce

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 72:01


    It's the end of Strikeforce! On this week's episode, we cover the final promotional event, as a card rumored to contain four title fights gets whittled down to one, as Nate "The Great" Marquardt closes things out with the welterweight title on the line against Tarec Saffiedine. We also see Daniel Cormier and Josh Barnett in glorified mismatches with unheralded opponents, as well as Jacare Souza and Gegard Mousasi proving they were more than ready for the UFC's big stage. Tim Kennedy, Roger Gracie, Pat Healy, and a host of others make their final appearances inside the hexagon...come along with us for the ride for the final Strikeforce event! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Rousey vs. Kaufman" - August 18, 2012...Rousey proves she's Strikeforce's biggest star

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 76:23


    Ronda Rousey gets "Rowdy" for the final time in Strikeforce on this week's episode, proving to Dana White and the MMA world once and for all that women should get their shot inside the Octagon! We also see Jacare close out his Strikeforce career with a bang, and OSP turns out the lights on a true MMA journeyman. We're getting close to the end of "Inside the Hexagon"...don't miss this deep dive into all things "Rousey vs. Kaufman"! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Nate "The Great" Marquardt, former Strikeforce welterweight champ, on his vicious KO of Tyron Woodley that won him the belt, and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 42:22


    On this week's episode, the penultimate Strikeforce welterweight champion, Nate "The Great" Marquardt, joins Phil to discuss making his 170-lb. debut inside the hexagon against Tyron Woodley. Nate talks about moving down in weight, returning to the cage after over a year away, his strategy for Woodley, and what set up that memorable knockout. The former champ also delves into what winning the belt meant to him, how he actually pulled his punch on that final uppercut, and what brought him back to the cage after a five-year retirement. It's a cerebral, in-depth interview that will make you think. Check it out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Kennedy" - July 14, 2012...can Luke Rockhold get gritty and defend his title against decorated military hero Tim Kennedy? Who will be Strikeforce's new welterweight kingpin?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 67:15


    It's GI Joe vs. the surfer dude as Tim Kennedy takes Strikeforce middleweight champ Luke Rockhold to deep waters on this week's episode! In addition, former UFC middleweight title challenger Nate "The Great" Marquardt makes his Strikeforce and 170-lb. debut in a battle with rising star Tyron Woodley for the vacant Strikeforce welterweight crown. We also see an absolute bloodbath between Roger Gracie and "The Dean of Mean" Keith Jardine, and Robbie Lawler looks to get "Ruthless" with the uber-talented Lorenz Larkin. Strikeforce is heading towards its demise, but we've still got plenty of action to cover! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Who won the 3rd fight? Former Strikeforce lightweight champions Gilbert Melendez and Josh Thomson come together to discuss their trilogy, what it meant to them, and whether we'll ever see them collide again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 48:58


    In what may be the best episode in the history of this podcast, Gilbert Melendez and Josh Thomson join Phil to dive in deep on their unforgettable trilogy of fights, breaking down their mindset fight by fight, and the two legends argue over who won their final bout! We discuss what went into the preparation for each fight and what they each learned, plus, Gil and Josh even lob a question or two at one another. And "El Nino" has a special surprise for his friend and rival...it gets a big response, and you won't want to miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Barnett vs. Cormier" - May 19, 2012...Daniel Cormier shocks the MMA world and captures the heavyweight grand prix title in a true "Rocky" moment!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 63:14


    Daniel Cormier is remembered today as one of the greatest MMA fighters of all time, but back in 2012, he was still a relative unknown upstart looking to make his mark. However, after dispatching viable heavyweight contenders in Jeff Monson and "Bigfoot" Silva, DC was beginning to build momentum. Standing in his way to stardom was former UFC heavyweight champion Josh Barnett, who most expected to defeat the upstart. It didn't quite go his way, and we break it all down. Plus, lightweight kingpin Gilbert Melendez and former champ Josh Thomson finally settle things as their title trilogy is completed, and it's an absolute war! So much to get to on this week's episode...check it out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Tate vs. Rousey" - March 3, 2012...Ronda Rousey arrives! The judo queen stakes her claim as an MMA superstar and forces the powers at be to pay attention!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 35:00


    It's time for "Tate vs. Rousey," as the Strikeforce women's bantamweight title is on the line in the first high profile women's MMA grudge match! "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey faces Miesha Tate for the belt in the main event, and these two ladies are ready to prove to the other and the world that they are the best at 135 lbs. In addition, Josh Thomson is looking to secure that title trilogy with lightweight champ Gilbert Melendez, while Jacare wants back into title contention. And, finally, is this the end of the line in Strikeforce for Paul "Semtex" Daley and Scott "Hands of Steel" Smith, two longtime promotional heavy-handed stalwarts? So many questions to be answered on this one...don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The King is here! Former Strikeforce light heavyweight champ Mo Lawal discusses his run inside the hexagon, his love of pro wrestling, and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 25:54


    King Mo joins Phil on this week's episode, and it's a slobberknocker of a chat, as we dive into Mo's formative years in amateur wrestling, how he almost went into pro wrestling rather than MMA, and so much more! Mo delves into winning the Strikeforce title, the ref being too late at stopping his thrashing of Lorenz Larkin, fighting Cro Cop, and what he's up to today (hint: coaching and pro wrestling). It's a great discussion...download and share! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Jardine" - January 7, 2012...Luke Rockhold proves he'd legit while King Mo destroys both his opponent and his reputation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 47:10


    Happy MLK Day! Phil is down (with COVID) but not out, as he and Josh get the band back together to discuss..."Rockhold vs. Jardine"! On the card, Robbie Lawler gets "Ruthless" once again, while Tyron Woodley stakes his claim to a shot at vacant welterweight gold. Meanwhile, King Mo does damage to both his opponent and his credibility, while Luke Rockhold shuts up some of the naysayers with a solid win over a quality opponent in his first defense of his middleweight crown. It's a shorter still action-packed episode! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Melendez vs. Masvidal" - December 17, 2011...Gilbert Melendez proves he's one of the best in the world, while Cris Cyborg falls from grace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2022 44:10


    On this week's episode, we delve into "Melendez vs. Masvidal"! This is a momentous time for Strikeforce, as the promotion renews its deal with Showtime, but also loses a marquee weight class and is forced to reduce its number of events. Despite all the questions surrounding the promotion, there are still fights to feature, and we've got some good ones on this card, including Gegard Mousasi vs. OSP, KJ Noons vs. Billy Evangelista, Cris Cyborg vs. Hiroko Yamanaka, and "El Nino" Gilbert Melendez putting his belt on the line against "Gamebred" Jorge Masvidal in the main event. Cyborg dominates but ultimately loses in the long run...we'll dive deep into it all! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Merry Christmas! On this week's episode, we break down the 12 of Christmas, Strikeforce-style!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2021 39:21


    Christmas is now in our rear-view mirror, and we hope you got all you wanted this year! For our latest episode, Phil & Josh break down the 12 gifts Strikeforce gave us during the promotion's run, including the resurgence of Frank Shamrock, the introduction of Cung Le, Ronda Rousey, and others, as well as some of the craziest moments in MMA history. So, sit down, grab some eggnog, get that fire blazing, and enjoy! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Barnett vs. Kharitonov" - September 10, 2011...Daniel Cormier punches Bigfoot and his ticket to the grand prix finals, announcing his arrival in the process!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 61:24


    DC shows he's a force to be reckoned with on this week's episode! We see the finals of the Strikeforce heavyweight grand prix come to fruition as Daniel Cormier and Josh Barnett advance, and both do it in style. In addition, we have a new Strikeforce middleweight champion in Luke Rockhold, and King Mo rebounds from his title loss to knock a Gracie off his perch. This is a fun one...don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Two former MMA writers delve into what it was like to cover MMA during Strikeforce's heyday, Ronda Rousey vs. Miesha Tate, Scott Coker, what's wrong with MMA journalism today, and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 54:14


    We're changing things up a bit this week, as Josh steps in for Phil (who's on vacation) and chats with good friend and well-respected former MMA journalist Erik Fontanez! Formerly with Bleacher Report, Yahoo! Sports, and Gracie Mag, while mostly being known for his time with MMA Weekly, Fontanez saw it all during his time in MMA. On this episode, Josh and Erik dive into MMA journalism, Strikeforce, women's MMA, Ronda Rousey's feud with Miesha Tate, Scott Coker, and more. It's an intriguing chat...don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Who were the best female fighters in Strikeforce history? Is it Ronda Rousey or Cris Cyborg at the top of the list? Where does Miesha Tate?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 31:23


    This week, Josh and I are breaking down the top five female fighters in Strikeforce history! While there isn't a sizable list of fighters that competed in the women's divisions, the ones that did tended to make a big impact...not just on the promotion at that time, but on the future of the sport. Marloes Coenen, Sarah Kaufman, Miesha Tate, Cris Cyborg, Ronda Rousey...we break them all down, chatting through their accomplishments and impact both in and out of the cage. Finally, we battle over who is #1...check it out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Henderson" - July 30, 2011...the Fedor era ends for Strikeforce as "The Last Emperor" leaves it all inside the hexagon

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2021 71:30


    It's truly the end of an era as Fedor competes for the final time under the Strikeforce banner, facing Dan Henderson in a highly-anticipated iteration of USA vs. Russia. The bout ends in controversy, leaving questions that were never answered. In addition, Miesha Tate tastes Strikeforce gold, Tim Kennedy out-strategizes Robby Lawler, and we have a couple new contenders for the now-vacant welterweight title. Lots to get to on this packed episode! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The biggest moments in Strikeforce history*...Shamrock, Diaz, Cung, Carano, Cyborg, and so much more

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 25:00


    On this week's episode, we're running through the biggest moments in Strikeforce history...so far. As of this episode, we're in June of 2011...what are the biggest moments that have taken place? We have Shamrock-Gracie, Shamrock-Baroni, Shamrock-Le, Shamrock-Diaz (seeing a trend yet?), Melendez-Thomson, Carano-Cyborg, Fedor, Hendo, and so much more. We run through them all! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Overeem vs. Werdum" - June 18, 2011...the heavyweight grand prix continues as DC makes a statement!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2021 39:35


    On this week's episode it's the 2nd leg of the Strikeforce heavyweight grand prix, as we see some big men look to brutalize each other! "The Gravedigger" looks to neutralize "The Python," Daniel Cormier takes a big step up in competition against a former UFC heavyweight title challenger, "Gamebred" tangles with "King Karl," "The Babyfaced Assassin" looks to down "The Grim," and "The Demolition Man" seeks revenge against the Fedor killer. Lots of interesting tidbits to get to...check it out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Daley" - April 9, 2011...it's the end of an era as Zuffa buys Strikeforce!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 42:17


    The MMA landscape is forever altered as the news is revealed that Strikeforce has been acquired by Zuffa, the parent company of the UFC! But, hey, we've still got a fight to put on, and Nick Diaz will lay his welterweight title on the line against feared British slugger Paul "Semtex" Daley. In addition, Strikeforce lightweight champion Gilbert returns to battle Japanese superstar Tatsuya Kawajiri, while Gegard Mousasi is also back to take on "The Dean of Mean" Keith Jardine. We also get an appearance from Shinya Aoki, as he takes on Lyle "Fancy Pants" Beerbohm. There's some great fights, as well as some sights you never thought you'd see, like Dana White sitting cageside at a Strikeforce event in a Strikeforce t-shirt! Things would never be the same again... All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Longtime MMAJunkie Reporter John Morgan checks in to break down Zuffa's 2011 purchase of Strikeforce, what it means for the fighters and the sport as a whole, and how it still resonates today

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2021 38:06


    Strikeforce experienced many big moments, but few were bigger than when the promotion was purchased by the UFC's then-parent company, Zuffa! Former MMA Journalist of the Year John Morgan joins us to discuss why the purchase came about, how it affected the fighters, how the MMA world responded, and more! It was truly the end of an era in MMA, and we break it all down on this week's episode...make sure to check it out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Former Strikeforce star Tim Kennedy joins the show to discuss his run inside the hexagon (and why he misses it), his strategic win over Melvin Manhoef, his philosophy, and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 29:21


    It's been over a year in the making, but we finally came to the right time to have the one and only Tim Kennedy on "Inside the Hexagon"! We go over what got him started in MMA, his early run in the sport, climbing the ranks in Strikeforce, and what he misses about the promotion. We also key in on his win over the always-dangerous Melvin Manhoef at "Strikeforce: Feijao vs. Henderson," discussing Tim's strategy, as well as the dream he had before the fight that told him he'd win in a very specific manner. It's a great chat with a true warrior...don't miss this one! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Feijao vs. Henderson" - March 5, 2011...Hendo captures Strikeforce gold while Tim Kennedy makes a statement!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 58:08


    Dan Henderson is truly one of MMA's legends, and on March 5, 2011, "Hendo" proved it once again when he vanquished the bigger Brazilian champion, Feijao Cavalcante, to win the Strikeforce light heavyweight championship. It was a signature KO brought on by Henderson's "H-bomb" right hand. Also on the card, Liz Carmouche established herself as a fighter to watch in Strikeforce's women's bantamweight division. And, Tim Kennedy teaches Melvin Manhoef a lesson. Enjoy this episode as we break it all down! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Former Strikeforce matchmaker Rich Chou discusses working with Scott Coker, booking some of the promotion's biggest fights, going from Wimp 2 Warrior, and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 58:13


    Rich Chou has done it all in the sport of MMA. A Scott Coker protégé, he oversaw the booking of so many big fights in Rumble on the Rock, EliteXC, Strikeforce, and Bellator. On this week's show, Chou discusses his formative years, including his lone MMA fight, his crossover to the operations side of the sport, working with the Penn Family, what goes into making the matches fans want to see and so much more. We dive into his run with Strikeforce, reminiscing on what made the promotion so very special. And, hear Rich discuss his exciting new venture, Wimp 2 Warrior. There's so much in this packed episode...do us a favor and tell other MMA fans about it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Silva" - February 12, 2011..."The Last Emperor" returns as the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix commences!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 63:59


    We're back from our short break, and on this week's episode we're discussing the kickoff of 2011's Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix tournament! At the inaugural event, there are three alternate bouts, with all three fights ending in first round finishes. Then, in the co-main event, Russian slugger Sergei Kharitonov makes his Strikeforce debut against former UFC heavyweight champion Andrei Arlovski. And, in the main event, "The Last Emperor" Fedor Emelianenko tries to rebound from the first legitimate loss of his career as he locks horns with the biggest fighter in the tournament, Antonio "Bigfoot" Silva. It's one of the most momentous cards in Strikeforce history...don't miss this one! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Break extension...

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 1:41


    Extending our break by one week...will be back next week! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    One-Week Break!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 2:05


    We're taking a quick one-week break...we'll be back next week! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Phil walks through the "Inside the Hexagon" origin story!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 19:36


    We're doing something different this week, as Phil walks through the story of his time in MMA, including Strikeforce, as well as what made him want to create "Inside the Hexagon!" Here how Phil got started in MMA, including some of his experiences while working in the sport, how Josh got involved with the show, and more! It's a quick, interesting look at how we've gotten to where we're at...tune in! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Cyborg" - January 29, 2011...Nick Diaz destroys a Cyborg with an absolute masterpiece!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2021 70:43


    It's another Strikeforce event full of finishes as we're covering "Diaz vs. Cyborg" this week! The welterweight title is on the line in the main event as Nick Diaz further establishes his genius inside the cage with a masterful performance against a very game, tough Evangelista "Cyborg" Santos. While the champ looked to be in trouble in the first round, it was all part of his game plan...it's a great fight! We also see "Jacare" Souza defend his middleweight belt for the first time against "Ruthless" Robbie Lawler, and all-time football great Herschel Walker competes in MMA for the final time. There's a Gracie on this card, too...make sure to check this episode out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The man who booked Fedor Emelianenko when the UFC couldn't, former Bodog Fight matchmaker Miguel Iturrate joins us to discuss the first Playboy Mansion show, Fedor-Lindland, and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 33:18


    Former Bodog Fights matchmaker Miguel Iturrate joins us this week to discuss his long career in MMA, which included booking the first all-female fight card, handling Bodog Fight's incredible roster of fighters (which included Jorge Masvidal, Eddie Alvarez, and many others), putting some of Strikeforce's first Playboy Mansion fights together, how he almost put on Fedor-Couture, and more! Some really cool stories for hardcore MMA history fans...check it out!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    "Strikeforce: Henderson vs. Babalu II" - December 4, 2010...four main card knockouts, all of them vicious...can't ask for much more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2021 58:15


    We're covering a historic card on this week's episode, as, for the first time in the promotion's history, the main card of a Strikeforce card features four knockouts! And they're brutal...we see Bigfoot Silva, Robbie Lawler, Paul "Semtex" Daley, and Dan Henderson dealing out some massive KO's. We break down the card, discuss the finishes, and delve into more of Scott Coker's matchmaking. Don't miss it!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    Strikeforce vs. UFC Dream Fights...Fedor vs. Brock, Shamrock vs. Sonnen, Melendez vs. McGregor, and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 42:06


    On this week's episode, we're breaking down some Strikeforce vs. UFC dream fights! What would have happened if Fedor and Brock had locked horns? Would Cung Le have been able to topple middleweight kingpin Anderson Silva? How would Strikeforce's lightweight class have stacked up against the UFC's? And how would Gina Carano vs. Ronda Rousey have played out? We're chatting through it all...check it out!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    "Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Noons II" - October 9, 2010...it's a huge main event grudge match as Nick Diaz rematches KJ Noons, this time with the Strikeforce welterweight title on the line!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2021 54:39


    Welterweight champion Nick Diaz finally gets a shot at revenge as he tangles with KJ Noons with the title on the line in the main event of "Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Noons II!" The card also features the SF main card debut of Tyron Woodley, as well as a fight with fireworks between Josh Thomson and JZ Cavalcante. And, Strikeforce women's bantamweight champion puts her belt up for grabs in a memorable scrap with Marloes Coenen. We break it all down on this week's episode!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    EA all day! We break down the "EA Sports MMA" video game with its Project Lead, Rob Hyder

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2021 40:37


    We're taking a bit of a detour this week as we delve into 2010's "EA Sports MMA" video game with the title's Project Leader, Rob Hyder! Rob discusses his role with the game, how Strikeforce got involved, what it was like trying to sign fighters like Randy Couture and Fedor Emelianenko, why fighters aren't good at motion capture, and so much more! Dana White, Jason "Mayhem" Miller, Hidehiko Yoshida, Bob Sapp...the gang's all here! It's an intriguing behind-the-scenes chat...don't miss it.  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    "Strikeforce: Houston" - August 21, 2010...Strikeforce crowns two new champions, a fight ends controversially, and Lashley loses

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2021 72:53


    Feijao and Jacare reign supreme as we cover "Strikeforce: Houston" this week! The promotion sees two new champions crowned, as Feijao Cavalcante takes the light heavyweight belt from King Mo, and Jacare Souza captures the vacant middleweight title with a win over Tim Kennedy. In addition, KJ Noons gets a very controversial stoppage win (spoiler: illegal knee) over Jorge Gurgel, and Bobby Lashley suffers his first MMA loss. Lots to get to...download and listen today! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    Former Strikeforce middleweight champion Cung Le is back! He discusses getting revenge against Scott Smith, "ducking" Jake Shields, and his legacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 28:12


    Cung Le is back on this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," and we delve into so much! Cung discusses his painful loss in "The Miracle in San Jose" at the hands of Scott Smith, and what it meant to him to get that win back. The former champ also discusses allegations from Jake Shields that he was ducking him, as well as his overall legacy in Strikeforce and MMA as a whole. Download and enjoy hearing from this legend once again!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    "Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Werdum" - June 26, 2010..."The Last Emperor" is toppled, Cung Le and Frank Shamrock say farewell, and Cris Cyborg destroys another opponent

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 72:01


    What a monumental event we're covering this week, as we finally arrive at "Fedor vs. Werdum!" It's a heartbreaker of an event for all the Fedor fans out there, including Phil & Josh, as we see "The Last Emperor" finally fall. In addition, Cung Le and Frank Shamrock say goodbye, with Cung competing for the last time in Strikeforce, and Shamrock finally officially hanging up the gloves. In addition, Cris Cyborg absolutely assaults Jan Finney, and Josh Thomson puts on another MMA clinic. You're going to enjoy this event breakdown!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    Ranking the Top 10 Most Patriotic American MMA Fighters: Randy Couture, Brian Stann, Tim Kennedy, Tito Ortiz, Chael Sonnen, and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2021 39:46


    Happy 4th of July! On this week's episode, we're taking a bit of a different path and dropping something of a bonus episode, as we're ranking the top 10 most patriotic American MMA fighters! Randy Couture, Brian Stann, Tim Kennedy, Tito Ortiz, Chael Sonnen, Colby Covington, Frankie Edgar, and more...we break down the fighters that are proudest to be American!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    Former Strikeforce/UFC fighter KJ Noons gets interviewed for the first time since his last fight...we talk Nick Diaz, Strikeforce, weight-cutting, and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 31:25


    No one could ever accuse of KJ Noons of not being an exciting fighter, and in his first interview since his last fight in 2016, the last EliteXC lightweight champion delves into his career on "Inside the Hexagon!" We delve into his two slobberknockers with Nick Diaz, getting his rib broken to the point where he can't surf (thanks, Conor!), how much he hates cutting weight, and more. It's an authentic look at the life and career of one of the most exciting lightweight fighters of all time! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    "Strikeforce: Los Angeles" - June 16, 2010...KJ Noons makes a statement, Tim Kennedy plants his flag, and Babalu outsmarts Lawler

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 59:01


    Taking place only ten days before "Fedor vs. Werdum," "Strikeforce: Los Angeles" has been forgotten by many MMA fans. However, it was an interesting event with some solid highlights. Taking place at the Nokia Theatre during E3, the huge video game conference, this card featured KJ Noons and Conor Heun in a war, as well as Tim Kennedy getting a submission win to set himself up as a middleweight contender. Also, Cyborg Santos gets a brutal KO, and Babalu Sobral gets back in the win column against Robbie Lawler. We break it all down on this week's episode!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    Former Shine Fights matchmaker Ron Foster delves into one of the most controversial non-events in MMA history, "Worlds Collide"...how was Strikeforce involved?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 71:26


    This week's episode features one of the most personal stories in Phil's MMA career, the events behind Shine Fights' PPV event that didn't happen, "Worlds Collide." Scheduled to take place on the same night as "Strikeforce: Heavy Artillery," "Worlds Collide" was to feature a main event of MMA vet Din Thomas battling former world champion boxer Ricardo Mayorga in an intriguing MMA bout. However, Don King and a lot of cash changed the course of the event, and possibly MMA history.  Phil reconnects with Ron Foster, Shine Fights matchmaker, to break it all down. How could such a good thing go so wrong? We dive into it all...download and share!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    "Strikeforce: Heavy Artillery" - May 15, 2010...Alistair Overeem returns to defend the heavyweight title, Bigfoot takes on "The Pitbull," and Feijao breaks out

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 67:06


    Strikeforce looks to see if it can rebound from the debacle of its Nashville event with "Heavy Artillery!" Featuring the long-awaited return of heavyweight champion Alistair Overeem, the title is on the line as "The Demolition Man" locks horns with Brett Rogers. In the co-main event, it's a battle of former heavyweight champions as "Bigfoot" Silva tangles with "The Pitbull" Andrei Arlovski. And "Jacare" Souza and "Feijao" Cavalcante look to position themselves as title contenders in their respective divisions. Last but not least, we get the Strikeforce debut for the vaunted Gracie family...lots to get to on this one!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    Former Strikeforce middleweight champion Jake Shields discusses the infamous post-fight brawl in Nashville, why he left Strikeforce for the UFC, and more

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 23:34


    Happy Memorial Day to all our U.S. fans! On this week's episode, it is the "Inside the Hexagon" debut of one of the best grapplers in MMA history, Jake Shields! The former Strikeforce middleweight champion discusses his run with the promotion, his headline fight against Dan Henderson at "Strikeforce: Nashville," and the controversial post-fight brawl that changed the course of combat sports history. We also discuss why he left for the UFC...make sure to check out this week's episode!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    "Strikeforce: Nashville" - April 17, 2010...Mayhem Miller starts the brawl that ended it all (in a few different ways), overshadowing three title fights

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 74:57


    On this week's episode, we're covering one of the most notorious and pivotal events in MMA history, "Strikeforce: Nashville"! The main card featured three title fights, including King Mo vs. Gegard Mousasi for the light heavyweight belt, Gilbert Melendez and Shinya Aoki tangling for the lightweight title, and Jake Shields defending the middleweight championship against Dan Henderson in the main event. However, all of that paled in comparison to the post-fight brawl between Mayhem Miller, Shields, the Diaz brothers, Melendez, and more. The fight ended Strikeforce's relationship with CBS, and possibly ended any hopes for the promotion being a real competitor with the UFC. We dive into it all!   All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    Short "Inside the Hexagon" Hiatus

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 1:49


    Quick update on why we had no show last week, and why we're going to be late this week...appreciate your patience!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! "Inside the Hexagon" is part of the Evergreen Podcasts Network...please also check out EvergreenPodcasts.com! Sources: CBSSports.com, Bleacher Report, MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com, our memories & opinions Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    Who are the best crossover athletes in MMA history? Who's the best combo MMA fighter/pro wrestler in history? Phil and Josh dive in on this week's episode!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 46:39


    Phil and Josh take the helm on this week's interview episode, and this time, we're discussing the best crossover athletes in MMA history! With Herschel Walker and Bobby Lashley making their Strikeforce debuts on our most recent event episode, it's a great time to discuss athletes that have had great success in other sports and industries. Brock Lesnar, Ronda Rousey, Holly Holm, Dan Severn, and many more...we run through them all!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! As part of the Evergreen Podcasts Network, please also check out EvergreenPodcasts.com! Sources: CBSSports.com, Bleacher Report, our memories & opinions Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    "Strikeforce: Miami" - January 30, 2010...we have a new welterweight champ, Cyborg smashes her first challenger, and a Hall of Famer and wrestling star make their debuts

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 69:01


    It's a night of firsts at "Strikeforce: Miami" on this week's episode! In the main event, Nick Diaz puts on another masterful performance to capture the inaugural Strikeforce welterweight championship, while Cris Cyborg enjoys a successful first defense of her featherweight belt. In addition, college football HOFer Herschel Walker and former WWE star Bobby Lashley make their hexagon debuts. Lastly, Robbie Lawler gets "Ruthless" in his bout with Melvin Manhoef, surviving a brutal onslaught before landing his only two strikes to turn the Dutchman's lights out. Great fights on this one!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    "Hands of Steel" Scott Smith discusses "The Miracle in San Jose" KO of Cung Le, his fighting style, his toughest fights, and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 28:10


    It's "The Comeback Kid" checking in on this week's episode, as Scott Smith discusses one of the greatest comebacks in Strikeforce history, which took place against Cung Le at "Evolution." "Hands of Steel" talks us through the fight, as well as his all-time classic with Pete Sell on The Ultimate Fighter. Smith also updates us on what he's doing today, and more. It's a great chat with a true warrior...download and share!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    "Strikeforce: Evolution" - December 19, 2009...Thomson-Melendez II delivers a barnburner, Scott Smith lands the "Miracle in San Jose," and King Mo makes a moneyweight statement

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 75:45


    Could "Evolution" be the greatest Strikeforce card the promotion ever put on? Probably not, but it's up there. King Mo makes his hexagon debut and treats both his opponent and the cage with disrespect, Jacare chomps on "The Law," and Josh Thomson and Gilbert Melendez finally rematch for the undisputed lightweight title in a slobberknocker. And, in the main event...do you believe in miracles? Scott Smith spends three rounds getting beat up before a Hail Mary comes through and ends Cung Le's night. It's a packed episode...listen and share!   All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    Who belongs on the Mt. Rushmore of heavyweight MMA fighters? Phil & Josh break it down on this week's episode...is Fedor at the top? Who else rounds out the top four? And where does Stipe fit in?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 49:30


    We're switching things up on this week's episode! Instead of interviewing someone else, we're interviewing each other...sort of. In line with the great Fedor Emelianenko signing with Strikeforce back in 2009, we dive into our Mt. Rushmore of the greatest MMA heavyweights of all time! We go through the pioneers, the greats, the elite, and the absolute best...from Mark Coleman, to Tim Sylvia, to JDS, to DC, to Nogueira, to Stipe...the gang is all here! So, listen up, and let us know what you think! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: CBSSports.com, Bleacher Report, our memories & opinions Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

    "Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Rogers" - November 7, 2009...Fedor makes his Strikeforce debut on CBS, Shields takes the belt against Mayhem, and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 86:02


    On "Inside the Hexagon" this week, we're covering a couple huge debuts, as Fedor Emelianenko fights inside the hexagon for the first time, and Strikeforce marks its first-ever event on CBS! We're breaking down what a huge addition Fedor was to the Strikeforce roster, as well as what being on CBS meant. In addition, Jake Shields tangles with Jason "Mayhem" Miller with the recently-vacated Strikeforce middleweight title on the line. We also see more of Gegard Mousasi and Fabricio Werdum...so much to get to!  All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view. Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter...@TheHexagonPod. Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast

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