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After his majority decision win over Lerone Murphy in the main event of UFC London, Movsar Evloev called for his shot at the UFC featherweight title and Alexander Volkanovski. Moments later, Volkanovski obliged, accepting the undefeated fighter's challenge. But with the UFC's head-scratching matchmaking practices as of late, should Evloev be concerned he could get leapfrogged again? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck discusses what could — and should — be next for Evloev after his hard fought victory over Murphy. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Luke Riley following his co-main event win over Michael Aswell, Michael Page after his win over Sam Patterson in the lackluster featured bout, along with other main card winners Iwo Baraniewski, Christian Leroy Duncan, Danny Silva, and more. Plus, the listeners get their say with their matchmaking submissions on the second half of the program. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Movsar Evloev picked up the biggest win of his career in the main event of UFC London as he defeated Lerone Murphy, handing the latter his first MMA loss in the process. While the fight was ultra-competitive, and included a rare point deduction for Evloev, a lot of people feel the judges got it wrong — and that it should've been a draw, or a win for Murphy. Following UFC London, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the Fight Night card, Evloev's win and the scorecards, how the commentary was during the fight, and if Evloev will get a title shot against Alexander Volkanovski after the win. Additionally, topics include Luke Riley's co-main event win, the lackluster featured bout between Michael Page and Sam Patterson and if it was one of the worst fight's in UFC history, the incredible Mason Jones vs. Axel Sola Fight of the Year contender, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
UFC London is headlined by a massive featherweight matchup between Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy. Is Alexander Volkanovski and the #UFC featherweight title next for the winner? Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee as they preview the card, the main event, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Blockbuster news in the MMA world as MVP's entry into the space added a matchup between Nate Diaz and Mike Perry to the lineup headlined by Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano. While the May 16 event hasn't happened yet, MVP has stolen the headlines. With the card on paper as is so far, are they positioned to be the No. 2 MMA promotion right now? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the impact of the Rousey vs. Carano card, the addition of Diaz vs. Perry, what it means for the space, and how the UFC will react — if at all. Additionally, topics include a massive performance for Kevin Vallejos this past Saturday at UFC Vegas 114, Saturday's UFC London event headlined by a huge featherweight matchup between Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy, Colby Covington's public gripes with the UFC, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions about those topics, and more all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's an MMA double header this weekend. This Saturday, the UFC returns to the O2 Arena for another edition of UFC London, this time headlined by a possible featherweight title eliminator between undefeated contenders Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy. It's possibly the best fight the UFC has put together so far in 2026, and the stakes are high, with the winner being in prime position to challenge Alexander Volkanovski for the 145 title. But before that, we've got 13 other UFC fights, and PFL Madrid on Friday, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, Jed Meshew flies solo to dive into this big MMA weekend. Topics discussed include a big breakdown for Evloev vs. Murphy, why Michael “Venom” Page is back at welterweight against Sam Patterson, a couple of live dogs on the undercard, the best action on Friday at PFL Madrid, the latest step in The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 151 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the news that Khamzat Chimaev is facing Sean Strickland in the UFC 328 main event plus we discuss Ronda Rousey's sudden disdain towards the UFC and if she's actually being sincere with her criticism plus much more … Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Most Valuable Promotions dropped a bombshell on Monday, announcing they've added a welterweight matchup between Nate Diaz and Mike Perry to their May 16 event on Netflix, headlined by Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano. With all of the chatter about the UFC White House lineup, did MVP just dunk on the UFC with this addition? Following Monday's breaking news, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the Diaz vs. Perry fight, if it was the bout the make, the opening odds, and if there are any concerns on the Diaz side in his return to MMA. Additionally, topics include if this card is better than UFC White House, if they need to add any more fights featuring big names, how the UFC and Dana White could respond, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kevin Vallejos is on a roll. The rising featherweight star made short work of respected veteran Josh Emmett in Saturday's UFC Vegas 114 main event, and the sky looks to be the limit for Vallejos going forward. A number of notable names make sense for him now, what's the best option for the 24-year-old super prospect? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what could be next for Vallejos after a career-best performance. Additionally, we determine whether Gillian Robertson has done enough to secure a strawweight title shot after outworking Amanda Lemos, plus future matchups are discussed for budding featherweight talents Jose Miguel Delgado and Marwan Rahiki, the mercurial Ion Cutelaba, the always game Charles Johnson, and more. All that and a slew of fantastic matchmaking suggestions from the listeners. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
UFC Vegas 114 was a really fun card, and it was capped off by Kevin Vallejos running over Josh Emmett with ease in the main event. How far can Vallejos go in a loaded UFC featherweight division, and was Saturday's Fight Night card at the Meta APEX the best event of 2026 thus far? Following the event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Vallejos' spectacular performance over Emmett, what could be next for "El Chino," and weigh in on whether or not Emmett had his final UFC fight. Additionally, topics include Gillian Robertson's co-main event win over Amanda Lemos and if a title shot is next, the wild Marhan Rahiki vs. Harry Hardwick and Vitor Petrino vs. Steven Asplund fights, other standout performances from the event, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Saturday, Emmett and Vallejos square off in the main event of UFC Vegas 114, the UFC's return to the APEX following UFC 326. It's Emmett's first fight since losing to Youssef Zalal at UFC 320, and it presents a crossroads moment for the longtime veteran's career. With a win, Emmett is back in the mix at 145 pounds, a loss marks five defeats in six outings, and could mark the end of the 41-year-olds UFC tenure. Vallejos, meanwhile, is the new prospect to watch at 145 and poised to make a meteoric rise up the rankings if he can beat Emmett. Ahead of UFC Vegas 114, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew preview Saturday's event and discuss if this is the last ride for Emmett in the UFC. Additionally, Lee and Meshew discuss the co-main event bout between Gillian Robertson and Amanda Lemos, the other fights to watch on the undercard, react to the UFC White House fights and other recent fight announcements, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dana White announced that Khamzat Chimaev defends the middleweight title against Sean Strickland in the main event of #UFC328, and many other big fights. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck for a reaction to the big news. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After months and months of speculation, the UFC White House card was finally announced, and in the main event, Ilia Topuria battles Justin Gaethje in lightweight championship unification bout. In the co-main event, Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane fight for the interim heavyweight title. After a mixed bag reaction, how does the card stack up overall? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to the White House lineup that was announced during the UFC 326 broadcast, the two title fights, what was missing, and what was surprising. Additionally, topics may include the ongoing Jon Jones vs. Dana White saga after Jones was snubbed of a White House spot, the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference, Francis Ngannou being added to the card after his release from PFL, Charles Oliveira dominating Max Holloway and the future of the BMF title, Colby Covington vs. Dillon Danis added to RAF 7, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the UFC White House card announcement and if this event is underwhelming based on the promises made by the promotion. Was Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje the best main event possible? Plus we'll talk about Francis Ngannou signing with MVP to compete on the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano card and Charles Oliveira mauling Max Holloway in the UFC 326 main event plus much more! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charles Oliveira is the new UFC “BMF” champion after a delivering a suffocating performance against Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 326 on Saturday night in Las Vegas. Despite claiming the shiny silver belt with a dominant showing, Oliveira's win was not heavily praised by the fan base. So where do both fighters go after the event? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Oliveira and Holloway following UFC 326. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Caio Borralho after sweeping the scorecards against Reiner de Ridder in the co-main event, Raul Rosas Jr. following his workmanlike win over Rob Font, along with main card bonus winners Drew Dober and Gregory Rodrigues, and more. Plus, the fellas take your matchmaking suggestions at the end of the show. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charles Oliveira delivered a workmanlike style to a BMF title fight, and that led to a one-sided smothering of Max Holloway to capture the title belt on Saturday at UFC 326. Unfortunately, as impressive as the performance was, the fan base was not overly thrilled by how the fight went down, which capped off — outside of a few highlights — a sluggish event. However, fans finally got the UFC White House card announcement, and even that has been met with a mixed bag. Following Saturday's event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew recap Oliveira's BMF title win, if the UFC should put the title on ice for a little while, where both fighters go from here, and why Oliveira deserves some blame from the backlash. Additionally, they discuss other moments from the card, react to the long-awaited UFC White House announcement, the Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje main event, how the card stacks up overall, the UFC's effort in 2026 thus far, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira are set to author another chapter in BMF title history. On Saturday, Holloway and Oliveira square off for the BMF title in the main event of UFC 326, in Las Vegas. The bout is a rematch of a 2015 featherweight fight that failed to deliver on expectations. Since then, both have gone on to put together Hall of Fame careers, winning titles and setting records, and now they return to the matchup to give the fans the fight we never got the first time, but are they fighting for even more than that? MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview UFC 326 and discuss what's on the line for Holloway and Oliveira on Saturday night aside from the BMF belt. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss where the two main event fighters rank all-time, how Caio Borralho and Reinier de Ridder stack up in the co-main event, whether Raul Rosas Jr. can break into the Top 15 against Rob Font, the cornucopia of Codys on the prelims, UFC White House rumors, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This Saturday, the UFC returns with its third numbered event of 2026, UFC 326, headlined by a BMF title fight between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira. Two of the most accomplished fighters competing in the UFC today, it's a bout between future Hall of Famers, where legacies, and possibly title shots, may be defined. And No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, Jed Meshew is joined by Luke Noseda, AKA Long Island Luke, from Morning Kombat and The Main Card Minute, to dive into all things UFC 326. Topics discussed include how competitive the main event between Holloway and Oliveira will be, why the odds are so long in the co-main event between Caio Borralho and Reinier de Ridder, if this is Raul Rosas Jr.'s breakout moment, which undercard action is worthwhile and which is just filler, a new Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 150 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The UFC's BMF title is on the line as fan-favorites Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira battle in a highly anticipated rematch this Saturday in the main event of UFC 326. With this weekend's card lacking depth, does it even matter with the main event being what it is? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel talks UFC 326, the Holloway vs. Oliveira rematch, and some of the other big storylines to keep an eye on. Additionally, topics include Dana White saying the entire UFC White House card will be announced this week and what bouts could take place, Arman Tsarukyan punching Georgio Poullas after their match at RAF 6 and the weirdness of a grappling match between the two being announced, and abruptly cancelled, Aljamain Sterling's electric promo to MMA Fighting after his RAF win over Benson Henderson, and much more. Plus, Mike and Jed take part in their UFC 326 draft for Saturday's Watch Party. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss Arman Tsarukyan punching Georgio Poullas after their match at RAF 6 and if his outburst that led to a wild brawl erupting could potentially prevent Tsarukyan from getting a UFC title shot. We'll also react to the news that Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira is the leading candidate to headline the UFC White House card plus we'll look ahead to Max Holloway vs. Charles Oliveira and the UFC 326 fight card on Saturday. All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lone'er Kavanagh proved once again that fortune favors the bold. Now what does his future hold? Saturday's UFC Mexico event concluded with Kavanagh putting on a career-best performance to win a decision over two-time flyweight champion Brandon Moreno. Kavanagh made the most of a short-notice opportunity and is now poised to climb even higher in the rankings, but how quickly should the matchmakers push the budding prospect? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and special guest Jed Meshew discuss what's next for Kavanagh now that he's landed firmly in the top 10 of his division. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for David Martinez, who defeated tough veteran Marlon Vera in the co-main event, the inimitable King Green after his upset knockout of Daniel Zellhuber, plus we do our best to find dance partners for up-and-coming fighters Edgar Chairez, Imanol Rodriguez, and Santiago Luna, and more. All that and a big assist from the listener picks. Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Arman Tsarukyan did it again. On Saturday night at RAF 6, Tsarukyan wrestled influencer Georgio Poullas in a bout that quickly turned chaotic. Tsarukyan and Poullas got extremely physical during the wrestling match, with the referee repeatedly being forced to intervene as the bout blurred the lines between wrestling and Powerslap. Then, immediately after Tsarukyan won the match, he tackled Poullas and punched him, leading to a massive brawl in the arena. It was another instance of Tsarukyan letting his temper get the best of him, and will it once again lead to the UFC benching him in the lightweight title picture? Not only was Tsarukyan's outburst wild, it also overshadowed the UFC Mexico event, where Lone'er Kavanagh stepped in on short notice to handle Brandon Moreno in the main event, delivering the best performance of his career as he beat up the former two-time champion over 25 minutes. Fresh off a vicious KO loss, Kavanagh rebounded as well as possible, and is now a real player in the flyweight title picture. Following RAF 6 and UFC Mexico, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew react to both events, Arman's big outburst, Kavanagh's sensational showing, whether Moreno still has title aspirations, King Green turning back the clock, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brandon Moreno is back in Mexico, and this time his back is against the wall. On Saturday, Moreno takes on short-notice replacement Lone'er Kavanagh in the main event of UFC Mexico, at a pivotal moment in the two-time flyweight champion's career. Moreno is just 2-3 over his past five fights in the UFC, and coming of the first stoppage loss of his professional career, a TKO to Tatsuro Taira in December. Does Moreno still have what it takes to make it back to the title he once held? MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and Jed Meshew preview UFC Mexico and what's at stake for Moreno and Kavanagh in Saturday's main event. Additionally, Lee and Meshew discuss whether Chito Vera will finally be more aggressive when he takes on David Martinez, whether Daniel Zellhuber can make up for his loss to Michael Johnson by beating King Green, standout undercard fights, the freshly announced Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven boxing match, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The UFC is back in Mexico City. This Saturday, the UFC returns Arena CDMX for another fight card in Mexico's capital city, headlined by a flyweight matchup between former two-time champion Brandon Moreno and rising contender Lone'er Kavanagh. Moreno was originally set to fight Asu Almabayev, but after Almabayev pulled out of the event on just a few weeks' notice, Kavanagh was pulled from his scheduled bout against Bruno Silva to step in, creating an unexpected main event, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to dive into all the action at this weekend's event. Topics discussed include where Moreno is in his career, how the short-notice might affect Kavanagh, whether or not Chito Vera will actually try to do stuff in the co-main event against David Martinez, if Daniel Zellhuber can start to live up to his potential, a ton of Contender Series prospects making their debuts, a three-headed Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 149 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Following UFC Houston, Sean Strickland may have put himself in a position to fight Khamzat Chimaev for the middleweight title. Nassourdine Imavov views it differently after his five-fight win streak. Did Strickland do enough to get another crack at UFC gold? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the fallout from the UFC's return to the Lone Star State, who should get the shot between Strickland and Imavov, and if it will even matter with Chimaev teasing a move up to light heavyweight. Additionally, topics may include the Dana White vs. Eddie Hearn story writing another chapter after Conor Benn signed with Zuffa Boxing, Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao 2 being signed for Netflix, UFC Mexico headlined by Brandon Moreno vs. Lone'er Kavanagh, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long on a special Wednesday edition of the program. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the news that Ronda Rousey is coming back to face Gina Carano in a fight on Netflix. Did the UFC mess up not booking this fight? Is this actually a fight MMA fans are interested in watching? Plus we'll discuss Zuffa Boxing signing Conor Benn away from Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Boxing and if the reported terms of the deal might upset some UFC fighters enough to make some bigger financial demands. All this and much more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sean Strickland entered UFC Houston as a sizable underdog, but he delivered, quite possibly, the best performance of his entire career stopping Anthony Hernandez in the third round of their middleweight main event matchup. Where does Strickland go, and could it be ahead Nassourdine Imavov in the title conversation? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what's next for Strickland after his spectacular performance at Saturday's UFC Fight Night card over Hernandez. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Uros Medic after his thrilling knockout of Geoff Neal in the co-main event, Melquizael Costa following his highlight-reel finish of Dan Ige in the featured bout, along with fellow main card winners Serghei Spivac, Jacobe Smith, Michel Pereira, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sean Strickland delivered a big-time performance after a year on the sidelines, dominating and stopping the surging Anthony Hernandez in the main event of UFC Houston. Strickland called out middleweight champ Khamzat Chimaev after the fight, but did he do enough to leapfrog Nasourdine Imavov? Following the UFC Fight Night event in Houston, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee react to the card as a whole, Strickland's performance in the win, Hernandez's showing in the loss and if he's out of the title hint for good, and if Strickland locked up a title shot. Additionally, they discuss Uros Medic's incredible finish in the co-main event, Melquizael Costa stopping Dan Ige for his fifth win in less than a year, the ending of Jacobe Smith's brutal knockout of Josiah Harrell, referee blunders, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sean Strickland and Anthony Hernandez are set to do battle as the UFC heads back to Texas. On Saturday, UFC Houston goes down at Toyota Center, headlined by a middleweight matchup between former champion Strickland and surging contender “Fluffy” Hernandez, with middleweight title implications on the line. Strickland is a popular former champion coming off a win over Paulo Costa, and has already laid the seeds for a fight with current champion Khamzat Chimaev, while Hernandez has won eight in a row, positioning himself as one of 185's biggest bogeymen, but can either surpass top contender Nassourdine Imavov with a standout performance on Saturday? MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview UFC Houston and what's at stake between Strickland and Hernandez. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss Strickland's controversial pre-fight comments, the banger of a co-main event between Geoff Neal and Uros Medic, Melqi Costa's rising star, Dan Ige's status as a featherweight litmus test, the undercard bouts they're most excited for, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano have stolen the combat sports news cycle this week as they are set to compete in an MMA bout in May, live on Netflix. The fight as people split down the middle in terms of interest, but will it be one of the biggest fights of 2026? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to the matchmaking, MVP getting into the MMA game, and if the UFC should be concerned. Additionally, topics may include Sean Strickland's ugly rant ahead of his UFC Houston main event matchup with Anthony Hernandez, what is at stake for both fighters, the quality of the UFC Fight Night card, Dana White vs. Eddie Hearn in the boxing space, what White's reaction might be to Rousey vs. Carano, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano are BACK, as they face each other in an MMA bout under the MVP banner in May on Netflix. Following the massive news, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee give their reactions. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the abysmal state of the UFC heavyweight division and what can be done to fix it. Could just a couple of moves actually fix what has become one of the worst weight classes in the sport? Plus we'll talk about rumors that Islam Makhachev is likely to face Ian Machado Garry next and if that's the right move for that division? Plus Brown previews his fighter Josiah Harrell making his UFC debut on one week's notice. All that and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
There was a full combat sports slate last weekend with UFC Vegas 113, PFL Dubai, and BKFC Knucklemania 6 all going down on Saturday. In the UFC, Mario Bautista throttled Vinicius Oliveira, Kyoji Horiguchi stamped himself as a legitimate flyweight contender by schooling Amir Albazi, and Rizvan Kuniev and Jailton Almeida had one of the worst fights you'll ever see—leading to Almeida's release this week. Meanwhile, Usman Nurmagomedov delivered a dominant win over Alfie Davis in PFL, and Andre Arlovski turned back the clock one more time to claim the BKFC heavyweight title. On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to UFC Vegas 113, PFL Dubai, and Knucklemania 6. Topics discussed include whether this win changes things for Bautista, whether Horiguchi deserves a title shot next, what to make of Almeida's release and whether the UFC should keep the heavyweight division, where Nurmagomedov ranks in the lightweight division, Arlovski's career longevity, other news and notes, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew, Alexander K. Lee, and José Youngs as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Dana White's testimony in the UFC antitrust lawsuit where he confessed that he no longer deals with any fighter contracts or negotiations and rarely gets involved in matchmaking for the UFC. We'll also discuss the hype surrounding the UFC White House main event and how fans might be in for a surprise when the final card is announced. All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mario Bautista picked up a massive win in his first UFC main event on Saturday, and after dominating and submitting Vinicius Oliveira, Bautista called for a rematch with Cory Sandhagen. Will Bautista get his wish, or will the UFC go in a different direction? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what could be next for Bautista after running through Oliveira in the main event of UFC Vegas 113. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Kyoji Horiguchi following his lopsided win over Amir Albazi in the co-main event, Rizvan Kuniev after defeating Jailton Almeida in the heavyweight featured bout, along with fellow main card winners Michal Oleksiejczuk, Farid Basharat, Dustin Jacoby, and more. Plus, the guys take listener matchmaking suggestions following the UFC's first trip to the Meta Apex in 2026. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mario Bautista delivered the goods in his first UFC main event, while Andrei Arlovski became a BKFC world champion in his first opportunity to capture promotional gold. Following a very busy Saturday in the combat sports world, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to UFC Vegas 113, Bautista's impressive performance against Vinicius Oliveira, where Bautista goes from here, the rough watch that was Rizvan Kuniev vs. Jailton Almeida and the state of the heavyweight division, and more from the UFC's return to the newly-branded Meta Apex. Additionally, they discuss BKFC's KnuckleMania 6, Arlovski's dominant title win over Ben Rothwell, the good and the bad from the promotion's annual bare-knuckle extravaganza, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For the first time in 2026, the UFC is heading to the APEX. On Saturday, UFC Vegas 113 goes down in the fight capital of the world, headlined by a Top-15 bantamweight matchup between Mario Bautista and Vinicius Oliveira. It's a bit of a comedown for the UFC after kicking off 2026 with back-to-back numbered events, but can Bautista and Lok Dog give the fans the excitement that was missing from last weekend's event? MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview UFC Vegas 113 and what's at stake between Bautista and Oliveira. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss the significance of the co-main event between Kyoji Horiguchi and Amir Albazi, the numerous weight misses for undercard bouts, what fights are likely to steal the show on Saturday, PFL Dubai, BKFC's Knucklemania, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The UFC is finally in the new and improved APEX. This Saturday, the UFC returns to its flagship venue, the Meta APEX, for UFC Vegas 113, headlined by a ranked bantamweight matchup between Mario Bautista and Vinicius Oliveira. It's the UFC's first event in the APEX in nearly two months, and the first since the venue got overhauled to add more seats, and No Bets Barred is here to break the action down. This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to discuss the biggest fights at UFC Vegas 113. Topics discussed include a brief recap of UFC 325, the nip-tuck main event between Super Mario and Lok Dog, Kyoji Horiguchi and Amir Albazi trying to put themselves into the thick of the 125 title picture, whether Jailton Almeida can get his aura back, the continuation of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 148 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Alexander Volkanovski delivered a one-sided performance in his UFC 325 main event rematch with Diego Lopes, leaving fans wondering why the fight was made in the first place. Now that the event has quietly come and gone, what will be the thing UFC 325 will be remembered for at the end of the year? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to UFC 325, Volkanovski's dominance over Lopes for a second time, where he sits all-time, and if the UFC London headliner between Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy will determine the next challenger. Additionally, topics may include this weekend's trio of events from the UFC, PFL, and BKFC, which card is better overall, Brandon Moreno getting a new opponent for UFC Mexico, other news and notes, and more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the fallout from UFC 325 where Alexander Volkanovski dispatched Diego Lopes in even more impressive fashion than their first fight and where he now ranks among the featherweight GOATs. Plus Benoit Saint Denis took out Dan Hooker but Brown argues it's Paddy Pimblett who should be calling for that fight now after his loss at UFC 324. Plus we'll talk about Shavkat Rakhmonov's latest injury setback and much more… Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Alexander Volkanovski put it on Diego Lopes for 25 minutes in their rematch for the featherweight title at UFC 325 to pick up his eighth UFC championship victory. Following their second meeting, what's next for the champ Volkanovski, and Lopes — who falls to 0-2 in title fights in less than a year? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what could be awaiting both headliners following Volkanovski's one-sided win in Saturday's main event in Sydney. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Benoit Saint Denis after stopping Dan Hooker in the co-main event, Mauricio Ruffy following his statement knockout win against Rafael Fiziev in the lightweight featured bout, along with fellow main card winners Tallison Teixeira, Quillan Salkilld, and more. Plus, matchmaking suggestions from the listeners. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Alexander Volkanovski not only convincingly beat Diego Lopes for a second time, he did it in an even more dominant fashion in the main event of UFC 325, delivering a lopsided title defense in front of his home crowd in Sydney. The biggest fear in booking the rematch so quickly came to light, leaving most in the MMA space to ask, why did the UFC go back to this well? Following Saturday's numbered event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Volkanovski's dominant victory over Lopes, what "The Great" gained by defeating Lopes in back-to-back fights, and where he sits in the featherweight GOAT conversation. Additionally, they discuss Benoit Saint Denis and Mauricio Ruffy's statement stoppage wins in the co-main event and featured bouts respectively, Tallison Teixeira vs. Tai Tuivasa being way more fun than expected, Quillan Salkilld's quick finish, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The UFC is back in Australia. On Saturday, UFC 325 goes down at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, the second numbered event in as many weeks as the promotion kicks off its new TV rights deal in style. Headlining UFC 325 is a featherweight title rematch between Alexander Volkanovski and the man he won the vacant belt over just 10 months again, Diego Lopes. It's a bout that's drawn a lot of criticism for being booked in the first place, but can Lopes change his stars this time around, and if not, what does a a win mean for Volkanovski's legacy? Ahead of Saturday's big event, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview UFC 325 and what this win would mean for both Volkanovski and Lopes. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss the co-main event banger between Dan Hooker and Benoir Saint Denis, the lightweight feature bout between Rafael Fiziev and Mauricio Ruffy, the weigh-in shenanigans of Aaron Tau, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin Gaethje captured the interim lightweight title in a wild UFC 324 main event matchup with Paddy Pimblett to kick off the UFC's new deal with Paramount. What was the No. 1 takeaway from the Gaethje vs. Pimblett main event, and the UFC 324 broadcast? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses how UFC 324 came off on Paramount+, Gaethje's dominant win over Pimblett, if Ilia Topuria should be next, and where Pimblett goes from his first UFC loss. Additionally, topics may include Saturday's UFC 325 event, the quality of the card as a whole, Alexander Volkanovski facing Diego Lopes again in a featherweight championship main event, Tyson Fury's comeback fight on Netflix, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For the first time since 2021, the UFC is giving us back-to-back numbered events. This Saturday, the UFC returns to Australia for UFC 325, the immediate follow-up to last week's UFC 324. Looking to make an impression at the start of their new Paramount deal, the UFC is bringing another fight that figures to provide big action as featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski rematches Diego Lopes for the title, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by the Action Network's Billy Ward to dive into all things UFC 325. Topics discussed include what has changed from the first fight between Volkanovski and Lopes just 10 months ago, if Benoit Saint Denis can keep rolling against Dan Hooker, whether Tai Tuivasa has anything left in the tank, the four Road to UFC fights that start off the prelims, the continuation of The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 147 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @PsychoWard586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the fallout from UFC 324 including Justin Gaethje's win over Paddy Pimblett. Brown explains his criticism about the fight and why he wasn't blown away by the performances he witnessed on Saturday night. We'll also discuss Gaethje's chances against Ilia Topuria, if Pimblett got fraud-checked in his loss plus we look ahead at Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes 2 at UFC 325 and more … Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin Gaethje capped off the first UFC on Paramount event with an incredible performance to upset Paddy Pimblett to capture the UFC interim lightweight title in the main event of UFC 324. Following the chaotic main event, what's next for Gaethje in Pimblett in the always-interesting UFC lightweight division? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss where the UFC 324 headliners go following their Fight of the Night clash at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for Sean O'Malley following his co-main event win over Song Yadong, Waldo Cortes-Acosta after stopping Derrick Lewis in the heavyweight featured bout, along with fellow main card winners Natalia Silva, Jean Silva, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin Gaethje was counted out by many heading into his last opportunity to capture a UFC title belt, and he proved all of the doubters wrong, hurting and knocking down Paddy Pimblett several times to capture the interim lightweight title in the main event of UFC 324. Following the first UFC event of 2026, and of the new UFC on Paramount era, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Gaethje's punishing performance, discuss what they learned about both fighters, Pimblett's eye-opening toughness, Gaethje likely facing Ilia Topuria next, and where Arman Tsarukyan stands. Additionally, they react to Sean O'Malley's bounce-back win over Song Yadong in the co-main event, how the first Paramount event came across, bonus winners, and much more. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The UFC is back, and not only is it the start of 2026, it's the start of a new era. On Saturday, UFC 324 goes down at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, headlined by an interim lightweight title fight between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett. The card is not just the first of 2026, but the first of the UFC's new broadcast deal with Paramount, including a new, earlier start time. Will Gaethje and Pimblett put the UFC's best foot forward for their new deal? And what about the rest of the card? Ahead of Saturday's big event, MMA Fighting's Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview UFC 324 and interim title fight between Gaethje and Pimblett, and what it means for the lightweight division as a whole. Additionally, Meshew and Lee discuss the co-main event bout between Sean O'Malley and Song Yadong and whether O'Malley is fighting for a title shot, the stakes in the feature bout between Waldo Cortes-Acosta and Derrick Lewis, the title eliminator bout between Natalia Silva and Rose Namajunas, answer fan questions, and more. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The UFC is officially back this Saturday for UFC 324 — the first event for the promotion under the new Paramount deal. In the main event, Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett battle for interim lightweight title, while Sean O'Malley looks to get on track against Song Yadong. What's the excitement level for the numbered event? On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel discusses the hype levels for UFC 324, the main event between Gaethje and Pimblett, what other fights stand out, and other big storylines. Additionally, topics may include Dana White shutting down Conor McGregor bouts at the White House with Michael Chandler and now Jorge Masvidal, Donn Davis stepping down from his role for the PFL, other news and notes in and around the sport of MMA, and much more. Join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they answer your questions all show long. Follow Mike Heck: @m_heckjr Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The UFC is finally back! This Saturday, the world's leading MMA promotion returns from a six-week hiatus, kicking off 2026 with UFC 324. Headlined by an interim lightweight title fight between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett, UFC 324 is the first event of the UFC's new Paramount broadcast deal, and sets the tone for the next era of MMA. So, of course, No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by Morning Kombat's Luke Noseda to discuss UFC 324, and predict the year-end champions for 2026. Topics discussed include whether Paddy Pimblett can complete his UFC title journey, how much Justin Gaethje has left in the tank, if Sean O'Malley will get a title shot with a win over Song Yadong, if Jean Silva is also fighting for a title shot, the start of a brand new Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 146 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Luke Noseda: @MainCardMinute Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin look ahead to UFC 324, Kayla Harrison's injury and if Amanda Nunes should consider taking another fight while the champion is sidelined. Plus we'll discuss Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett and how much this fight really matters to the lightweight division and Arman Tsarukyan being stuck on the outside looking in despite being the clear cut No. 1 contender. We'll also discuss Dana White saying he's no longer interested in Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler and much more. Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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