Matty C & The Mako Shark, two armchair experts give their take on everything MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, and life in general.
We're back again with another jam packed episode! This week we welcome back good friend of the pod Benny Mahoney for a chat. Just over a week away from a huge fight on the Jai Opetaia undercard, it was great to discuss all things boxing and life with one of Australia's best! We also recap last weeks Road to the UFC tournament, and then preview this weeks Fight Night card. Hit the download button and step into the ring! Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back again with another jam packed episode. This week we recap all the action from the weekend's Fight Night, discuss the Ilia Topuria, Oliveira, JDM, Makhachev fight announcements, chat the recent No Limit card, and preview this years Road to the UFC series which features a whole bunch of ANZAC talent! Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
Australia has 2 world champions, and we are celebrating! It's a big week here at FOOK HQ, with friends of the pod winning UFC titles at back-to-back events. First Volk in Miami, now Jack Della Maddalena has beaten Belal Muhammad in Montreal. We dissect all the talking points from the card, and then look ahead to this weeks Fight Night! Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back with another huge episode. This week, friend of the pod Jack Della Maddalena heads to Montreal to win the world championship at UFC 315! We are bloody excited, and dig into a full card preview thanks to Dabble. We also review the previous weeks Fight Night from Des Moine, all the boxing action from around the world, and find ourselves deep down a Will Ferrell vs Jim Carrey rabbit hole. Hit the download button and step into the cage! Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all order at Engage.
We're back with another massive episode! This week we sit down with Aussie UFC star Jack Della Maddalena as he prepares to fight for the welterweight world title next week at UFC 315! We chat all about his opponent Belal, training with Volk, the mindset required to become champ, why he doesn't need to trash talk, and plenty more. Get around one of the best blokes in Australian MMA! We also recap Garry vs Prates, preview this weeks Fight Night and a big week of boxing featuring Ryan Garcia, Devin Haney and Canelo! Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back with another big episode. This week we pay our respects to the ANZACS, and then dive into a big UFC Fight Night preview which sees Ian Garry take on Carlos Prates. We also chat about the big world title fight at Nissan Arena between Viviana Ruiz and Maria Rivera presented by ARC Sports Managament, and heaps more! Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
It's an absolutely massive episode this week. Straight off the plane from Miami, Florida, we are back and ready to recap the entire UFC 314 fight week! The GOAT Alex Volkanovski showed the world he's still got it, producing a masterclass against Diego Lopes to reclaim his featherweight title. We go into depth about his performance, the afterparty, his legacy in Australian sport, and much, much more! Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back again with another huge episode! As we get closer to Miami, things are getting exciting. We are just over a week away from Alex Volkanovski reclaiming his belt, but before that, we recap last weeks UFC, which saw Steve Erceg lose his third on the trot. We then preview this week Fight Night, the big Tim Tszyu comeback, stress about the weak Aussie dollar, and heaps more. Hit the download button and step into the cage! Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
Ep 158: Friends of the pod don't lose We're back again with another huge episode. Plenty to chat about this week, with 2 friends of the pod Steve Erceg and Drew Dober fighting in Mexico City. We preview the whole Fight Night card, plus recap last weeks action with Carlos Ulberg getting a controversial victory, the Kambosos card, and we also ramp up excitement ahead of our trip to Miami to witness the Volk reclaim his throne! Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
Was a pleasure to have Jake in-studio this week to discuss his recent victory at UFC 312, his new 5 fight contract, what it's like training during Ramadan, how his fathers tough love growing up shaped him into the man he is today, plus we BREAK some UFC cards on the pod thanks to JM Collectables! We also mourn Alex Poatan Pereira's shock loss at UFC 313 This is an absolute belter of a show. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back again with another huge episode. Friend of the pod and light heavyweight champion of the world Alex Pereira is once again defending his title at UFC 313, and we're previewing the whole card and bringing you the best value thanks to Dabble. We also recap last weeks Fight Night, discuss why George Mangos is ready for the big leagues, and heaps more! Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back again with another big episode. This week we welcome Colby Thicknesse to the show once again, fresh after his whirlwind debut at UFC 312. We chat all about the last minute call-up, his thoughts on his performance, lessons to be taken from the loss, if he's got another fight lined up in the UFC, Volk's title shot in Miami, and heaps more! We also recap the action from Seattle Fight Night, Joe Parker's KO victory, the Dan Hooker news, plus preview this weeks UFC card thanks to Dabble. Presented by Forty Foot Irish Whiskey. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back again with another massive episode. Fresh off a beautiful performance at UFC 312 in Sydney, we welcome Tom Nolan onto the show. We chat all about that recent win, the lessons from his first loss, the thrill of securing his second contract, the mental and physical obstacles he faced as a kid, goals for 2025 and heaps more! We also recap all the action from 312, abuse anybody who orders their steaks well done, chat about Volk's upcoming fight and plenty more. Presented by FORTY FOOT Irish Whiskey. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
It's a little different this week, as we bring you all the action from our live podcast from UFC 312 weekend in Sydney! Featuring guests Nick Cody, Ash Wicks, Josh Culibao, Jamie Mullarkey and John Wayne Parr, this is a chaotic and unscripted hour of laughs, stories and comedy! Presented by FORTY FOOT Irish Whiskey. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back again with another massive episode! It's UFC 312 fight week in Sydney, and we are excited. A whole host of Aussies are going into war, including 6 friends of the pod: Jono Micallef, Colby Thicknesse, Jack Jenkins, Jake Matthews, Jimmy Crute and Justin Tafa! We preview the whole card, plus let you in on all the details about our massive LIVE SHOW in Sydney, Feb 7th! Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back again with another massive episode! This week we welcome Jake Matthews back to the show. With less than 2 weeks until UFC 312 hits Sydney, we chat all about his upcoming fight, why he hasn't fought on home soil for over 5 years, being in the UFC since the age of 19, camaraderie with Jimmy Crute, his path to converting to Islam, plans for 2025 and heaps more! We then dive into a massive Fight Night Saudi Arabia which features Israel Adesanya in the main event. Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off at Engage.
It's a massive 150th episode, and we had to get friend of the pod Jimmy Crute in studio to celebrate! Ahead of his return at UFC 312 in Sydney, we chat all about his rollercoaster last 18 months, recapturing his love for the sport, finding God, and why he's in the best position possible to launch into 2025! Get right around The Crutie Pie. We also recap all the action of UFC 311, discuss pro wrestling Mount Rushmore's, and a whole heap more! Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
Ep 149 - The 2025 Season It's a new year, and we're back with another jam packed episode! 2025 started with a bang, with the Jai Opetaia/David Nyika fight. We recap the whole card and what we think is next for the champ. Then we dive into the first UFC preview of the year and chase maximum value thanks to Dabble. Hit the download button and step into the ring. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
Merry Xmas and happy new year! We're back with another huge episode to ring in 2025. Joining us this week is Aussie legend Bec Rawlings ahead of her big fight at BKFC Knucklemania on Jan 25. We chat about her opponent Tay Starling, the mentality required for bare knuckle fighting, her journey from the UFC to where she is now, as well as her documentary Fight To Live on Netflix now, which details her harrowing experience suffering from domestic violence. This was an extremely insightful and entertaining interview. Don't miss it! We also recap the Usyk/Fury rematch, and cast an eye ahead for what will be a massive 2025! Hit the download button and step into the ring. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
It's the final studio episode of the year, and we're in a festive mood as we welcome friend of the pod Tauzemup back to the show for a chinwag after a busy few months. We talk all about his fight on Dana White's Contender Series, the lessons learned, dropping to flyweight, enjoying the haters, his fight this Sunday on Canggu Fight Night, plans for 2025, his thoughts on iShowSpeed and heaps more! We also recap a huge year in combat sports, hand out a few prestigious Fook Awards, and preview the Usyk/Fury rematch! It's a jam packed show, don't miss it. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back again with another huge episode! This week we sit down with the hottest prospect in Aussie MMA, none other than George Mangos. Currently 6-0 as a pro, we chat all about his recent headkick KO, getting his start as an 8yr old, the pressure of expectation, UFC ambitions for 2025 and heaps more. We then breakdown this weeks entire UFC 310 card and chase the best value thanks to Dabble. Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back again with another big episode. While there might not be any fights on this week to preview, that won't stop us from delivering as per usual. We recap an action packed Saturday of fights which saw 4 friends of the pod pick up 4 huge victories, we nearly get washed away in a biblical flood, and heaps more! Hit the download button and step into the cage! Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back with another huge one. Was great fun having Who The Fook hall of famer Josh Culibao in Melbourne to join us in studio for a classic show! We chat all about the highs & lows of life in the UFC, fatherhood, split decisions, the positives of open scoring and heaps more. Plus we give our takes on all the action of UFC 309! Somehow we managed to keep this one from going off the rails… just. Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back with another massive episode. This week we chat with friend of the pod and rising Aussie star fighting out of Freestyle MMA, Colby Thicknesse ahead of his fight on HEX FS. Get around him! We then preview this weeks UFC 309 card, break down Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson, and a whole heap more! Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back with another huge episode. We recap all the goings on in the world of combat sports over the past week, preview this weeks UFC fight night thanks to Dabble, put the heat on whoever is sculpting statues these days, and a whole heap more! Hit the download button and step into the cage! Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back with another huge episode! This week it's a double banger with 2 massive guests. First we sit down with the newest Aussie UFC star, Jono Micallef. Fresh from securing a contract on Dana White's Contender Series, we chat all about his journey to get to this point and a whole heap more! Then we sit down with social media superstar Tedsthetics for an action packed UFC 308 recap. Plenty of laughs to be had. Hit the download button and step into the cage! Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
It's a massive episode once again. We are pumped to finally have Robert Whittaker on the show. It's UFC 308 week, and we chat all about his fight with Khamzat Chimaev. An absolute honour to speak with one of Australia's greatest ever athletes! We also preview the entire card from Abu Dhabi, including the massive main event of Topuria vs Holloway. Hit the download button and step into the cage! Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.
We're back with another huge episode! We chat with one of the top female MMA stars in the country The Juggernaut Jacinta Austin, only days out from her fight on UAE Warriors in Abu Dhabi. We talk all about her preparation for that, winning the Eternal championship in a war with Amena Hadaya, being on the cusp of UFC contention, how she got her start in fighting and heaps more! We also recap the past week in combat sports, including huge wins from Aussies Cody Haddon, Jono Micallef, Junior Tafa and Jai Opetaia, and preview this weeks massive Tim Tszyu card and UFC fight night. Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all Engage orders. www.engageind.com
We're back with another huge episode! This week we sit down with rising mma social media star Aly Mac. After a whirlwind 6 months which saw her gain the attention of the whole MMA world, including Dana White himself, we chat about her ongoing rise online, her love of fighting, dealing with trolls, her new show with Full Violence and heaps more. We then jump into a recap of UFC 307 which saw friend of the Alex Pereira once again defend his world title. Hit the download button and step into the cage! Available on YouTube/Apple/Spotify. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all Engage orders.
Ep 137 - Chama Chama Chama We're back again this week for another huge episode! It's just Matty C and The Mako Shark kickin' it old school as we dive into a mega UFC 307 preview. Huge friend of the pod Alex Periera goes into battle once again as he takes on Khalil Rountree. We tackle each fight on the card and look for the best value thanks to Dabble! We also recap last weeks Paris card, share stories of Grand Final day which contain rubbing shoulders with the elite, and also plenty of vomit and poo, plus a whole heap more. Hit the download button and step into the cage! Use code FOOK10 for 10% off orders at Engage. https://engageind.com/
We're back with another big episode! This week we sit down with Aussie boxer Matty The Jedi Floyd as he prepares to fight for the WBF light heavyweight world title. One of the most intriguing stories we've heard on the pod. After spending most of his twenties in jail, Matty tells us how he got back on his feet and into the boxing ring! We also recap a wild week in combat sports, give Diddy a bake, and then preview UFC Fight Night Paris! Hit the download button and step into the ring! Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all Engage orders. https://engageind.com/collections/all-mens
It's a wild one this week. Straight from watching UFC Noche at the pub and into the studio, we welcome Max Price to Australia's Hottest Pod™️ Max is a talented comedian, and happens to be the mastermind behind the worldwide smash hit OLD VOLK skit! We chat about what sparked the idea, getting it approved, coming up with ideas, and just how incredibly funny Alex truly is! We then dive into a chaotic Noche recap, discuss the warzone that is corporate workplace toilets, and a whole heap of other stuff that's a little hazy in the memory! Presented by Delgados tequila soda! A mouthful of Mexico.
We're back again with another jam packed episode! We continue the ANZAC takeover this week, as we welcome City Kickboxing prospect Aaron Tauzemup Tau to the show. Only days out from his fight on Dana White Contender Series, we chat all about his journey so far, and why he's ready to show the world he belongs in the UFC! We also dive deep into a massive UFC 306 preview thanks to Dabble, and a whole lot more! Presented by Delgados tequila soda. Hit the download button and step into the cage!
It's another huge episode at Fook HQ! This week we chat with rising New Zealand MMA star Navajo Stirling as he prepares to fight on Dana White's Contender Series. We talk about training at City Kickboxing, how he got started in combat sports, the difficulty in getting fights, why he feels ready to compete at the highest level, his days of winning the famous King of the Ring tournament, and heaps more! We also preview this weeks UFC Fight Night, recap the last week in boxing and more! Presented by Delgados Tequila Soda. Hit the download button and step into the cage!
We're back with another massive episode! This week we sit down with the brains behind City Kickboxing, Eugene Bareman. We chat all about the aftermath of UFC 305, his thoughts on Israel Adesanya's loss, Dan Hooker and Kai Kara-France's victories, being upfront and honest with his fighters at all times, the legacy of Izzy & Volk, plus a whole lot more! Was a true honour to chat with one of the most respected coaches in the sport of MMA! We also give our comprehensive breakdown of the entire UFC 305 weekend in Perth and give the judges a piece of our mind. Presented by Delgados tequila soda. A mouthful of Mexico. Hit the download button and step into the cage.
Ep 131: Niko Pajarillo We're back with another massive episode! Perth fever is sweeping Fook HQ, and we sit down with Fox Sport's Niko Pajarillo for an in-depth UFC 305 preview. We dig deep into the most exciting fights on the card, the growth of MMA in Aussie media, the trials and tribulations of live television, and plenty more. Hit the download button and step into the cage. Presented by Delgados Tequila Soda.
We're back with another huge episode. This week we sit down with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship President David Feldman. We chat all about the meteoric rise of BKFC, his plans for the future, the partnership with Conor McGregor, and his plans to expand into Australia. We also recap the massive UFC Abu Dhabi card, preview this weeks Fight Night, and a whole heap more! Presented by Delgados Tequila Soda. Hit the download button and step into the cage!
We are back with another jam packed episode! We sit down with huge friend of the pod Josh Culibao ahead of his upcoming fight at UFC 305 in Perth. Always great fun talking to Kuya as he prepares to pop the home crowd once again! We also recap an eventful UFC 304 from Manchester as we all enter the Belal era. Then we preview this weeks Fight Night in Abu Dhabi, plus heaps more! GEORGES ST PIERRE AUSTRALIAN TOUR! Don't miss the GOAT down under: Melbourne Dec 1 Brisbane Dec 2 Tickets at Oztix! Presented by Sip Delgados tequila soda.
We're back again with another jam packed episode! It's UFC 304 week, and we dive head first into a full card preview in search of value. We also recap the past week of combat sport, including the Jake Paul circus, UFC fight night, and tease some big news coming soon! Hit the download button and step into the cage. Presented by Delgados tequila soda.
We're back with another huge episode! This week we welcome UFC star The Bad Man Justin Tafa. As one of the scariest knockout artists in the sport, we chat about the current state of the heavyweight division, recovery from his latest injury, fighting in front of the Aussie crowd, his brother Junior and a whole lot more! We also recap a big week in combat sport, discuss the Jake Paul v Mike Perry fight, and preview this weeks Fight Night card. Presented by Delgados Tequila Soda. Hit the download button and step into the cage!
We're back again with another huge episode. This week we welcome one of Aussie MMA's most active fighters, Lockjaw Justin Van Heerden to the show. Justin fights out of Freestyle MMA alongside Alex Volkanovski, and talks to us about his upcoming trilogy fight against Rod Costa in august on UFC 305 weekend, the sacrifices required to succeed, and plenty more! We also recap the Diaz/Masvidal card, take social media trolls to task, and preview this weeks UFC Fight Night. Hit the download button and step into the cage. Presented by Delgado's Tequila Soda!
Alex Pereira Live: It's a special episode of your favourite podcast, as we bring you the audio of our Alex Pereira Live in Melbourne show, recorded at PICA, June 12. We chat to Poatan and his coach Plinio Cruz all about his life so far, growing up in Brazil, overcoming alcoholism, finding his purpose in martial arts, the rivalry with Israel Adesanya, winning GLORY kickboxing titles, transitioning to the UFC, and much more. The full chat is also available on our YouTube. CHAMA!
We are back with another jam-packed episode! This week we're joined in studio by Rosie Orr, one of Australia's leading sports dietitians. We dig deep into the murky and often dangerous practice of weight cutting in combat sports, and plenty more. We then dive into a full UFC 303 recap, which saw friend of the pod Alex Pereira make history once again with a massive KO victory, Dan Ige step in on 4 hours' notice, and lots of other talking points. Hit the download button and step into the cage. Presented by Delgados Tequila Soda. A mouthful of Mexico.
Ep 123: Chama Gang It's a massive week for Australia's hottest pod. Fresh from hitting the road with UFC champion Alex Pereira for a series of live stage shows, we are back and ready to tell all! What's Poatan really like? What does Chama mean? What does he really think of Izzy? We give the inside scoop on what was an incredible tour. Plus we discuss the Conor/Chandler drama, UFC 303 rebooked, Khamzat pulling out, and preview this weeks entire Saudi card. Hit the download button and step into the cage! CHAMA!
We're back again with another huge episode! This week we welcome The Human Highlight Reel Harry Webb into the studio. Harry is the hottest lightweight prospect in Aussie MMA, and we chat all about how he got his start, winning the HEX title, the reactions to his move over to Eternal, the biggest pussy on the local scene, and heaps more! We also recap the massive UFC 302 card which saw Poirier fall victim to Makhachev, plus we look ahead to this weeks Fight Night card and search for value! Presented by Delgados tequila soda. A mouthful of Mexico! Hit the download button and step into the cage.
Ep 121 - Gilly Season We're back with another huge episode. This week we dive into a full UFC 302 preview. Will Dustin Poirier finally hit that gilly, or will Islam spoil the party? Friend of the pod Jake Matthews is back in action, as well as Secret Juice! We also talk about Wilder v Zhang, the recent Aussie MMA drama, our upcoming Poatan tour and heaps more! Hit the download button and step into the cage. Presented by Delgados Tequila Soda.
We're back again with another huge episode! This week we sit down with the voice of Australian boxing Ben Damon to discuss the ins and outs of world boxing. From Usyk/Fury and Jai Opetaia, to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson and everything in between, we go deep into what is currently a golden era of boxing! Presented by Delgados Tequila Soda. Hit the download button and step into the ring!
We are back once again, and what a massive week in combat sport it is! Finally Fury vs Usky is upon us. We give our thoughts on everything, including friends of the pod Jai Opetaia & David Nyika on the undercard! We also preview this weeks UFC Fight Night, recap Carlos Ulberg's 12 second KO, Kambosos/Loma/Neekz, and heaps more! Presented by Delgados Tequila Soda. Hit the download button and step into the cage!
Ep 118: David Nyika We're back with another huge episode. This week we chat with boxing star David Nyika as he prepares for the biggest fight of his life on the Fury/Usyk undercard May 18 from Saudi Arabia. We also recap the chaotic scenes from Brazil at UFC 301, which saw Aussie Steve Erceg almost win gold, and we then preview this weeks Fight Night card, Kambosos vs Loma, and heaps more! Presented by Delgados tequila soda. Hit the download button and step into the cage!
We're back with another huge ep. This week we welcome back friend of the pod Mateo Tapia, fresh off his win at the recent No Limit card. We chat about his performance, moving to the USA, the dangers of living in Los Angeles, levelling up his skills, and how we wants to finish off the year! We also recap a big week in combat sports, and preview the massive UFC 301 card, headlined by Aussie Steve Erceg chasing a world title! Presented by Delgados Tequila Soda. A mouthful of Mexico! Hit the download button and step into the ring!
We're back again with another huge one. We unpack a massive week since our live show, give our thoughts on the aftermath of UFC 300, dissect the chaos of Ryan Garcia vs Devin Haney, look for value on this weeks Fight Night, tease a big announcement, and heaps more! Hit the download button and step into the ring!