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Was Evloev vs Murphy a Robbery? + Jon Jones & Conor McGregor Talk

👊🏻 In this episode, we break down Movsar Evloev vs Lerone Murphy from UFC London, including the scoring controversy and whether Murphy was robbed. We discuss what’s next at featherweight and if Evloev has done enough to earn a title shot against Alexander Volkanovski, plus react to Michael “Venom” Page’s performance and what could be next for him. We also dive into Jon Jones turning down a reported $15M fight and what it says about the UFC right now, and close with Conor McGregor’s potential return and the most likely opponents for his comeback.

Khabib's Thoughts on Ilia vs Arman | Diaz vs Perry Announced + Much More

👊🏻 In this midweek live stream we break down some of the biggest MMA stories making headlines right now, including Khabib Nurmagomedov’s bold comments about Arman Tsarukyan vs. Ilia Topuria and whether Arman really has the kind of edge Khabib says he does. We also discuss Netflix MMA’s growing push into the sport, Ronda Rousey’s latest comments, Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry being added to the card, and what it could all mean for the future of competition outside the UFC.We also react to Kevin Vallejos’ breakout performance against Josh Emmett, talk about how high his ceiling could be at featherweight, and answer questions from the live chat on some of the biggest current topics in MMA.

Chimaev vs Strickland First Thoughts: Does Sean Have a Chance?

👊🏻 In this episode, we give our first thoughts on the newly announced UFC 328 main event for the middleweight title between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland. With Strickland jumping the line to get the next shot, we break down why the UFC made this fight, the stylistic challenges both fighters bring to the table, and whether this could be a nightmare matchup for Sean. We also discuss what this means for Nassourdine Imavov, the future of the middleweight division, and whether Khamzat could be headed to 205 pounds after this fight.

Breaking Down Evloev vs Murphy | UFC Fight Night

👊🏻 In this episode, we’re breaking down the featherweight title eliminator between Lerone Murphy and Movsar Evloev, a classic striker vs grappler matchup that could determine the next challenger at 145 lbs.We start with the striking, where Murphy’s speed, stance switching, and kickboxing range management face off against Evloev’s pressure style and striking used primarily to set up his wrestling. Can Murphy keep the fight at long range and punish entries, or will Evloev find ways to close the distance and start chaining takedowns?Then we move into the grappling, where Evloev’s relentless wrestling and positional control could be the deciding factor. Murphy has shown the ability to get back to his feet against strong opponents, but can he do it consistently against one of the best grapplers in the division?From there we break down the intangibles — Evloev’s long layoff, Murphy’s five-round experience, the pressure of a potential title eliminator, and the reality that in today’s UFC landscape, a decision might not be enough to secure the next title shot. With both fighters sitting just one win away from a championship opportunity, urgency could play a major role in how this fight unfolds.And finally, we give our predictions and explain whether this matchup favors Evloev’s relentless grappling pressure or Murphy’s striking and finishing ability as the fight goes into the championship rounds.

Can MVP Really Challenge the UFC? + Ilia, Islam & Khamzat News

👊🏻 In this midweek live stream we break down the latest MMA and UFC news, including Jake Paul’s MVP Promotions entering MMA, the possibility of Jon Jones vs Francis Ngannou outside the UFC, and the growing rivalry between Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev.We also discuss rumors of Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland, what the future looks like for the lightweight and welterweight divisions, and react to the latest UFC news while answering questions from the live chat.

Is The BMF Belt Done? UFC 326 Recap + UFC White House Card Reaction

🥊 Protect yourself when you train with the best gear in combat sports:https://www.diamondmma.com/barnhill👊🏻 In this episode, we break down the biggest moments from UFC 326, including the controversial BMF title fight between Charles Oliveira and Max Holloway and whether the performance may have damaged the meaning of the BMF belt.We discuss Oliveira’s dominant grappling strategy, the reaction from fans and fighters across the MMA world, and what could be next for both men after such a polarizing fight. We also cover standout performances from the rest of the card, including Raul Rosas Jr.’s win over Rob Font, Drew Dober’s knockout of Michael Johnson, and Gregory “Robocop” Rodrigues getting revenge over Brunno Ferreira.Plus, we give our thoughts on the newly announced UFC White House Card, including Ilia Topuria vs Justin Gaethje, Alex Pereira vs Ciryl Gane, and the rest of the lineup. Did the UFC deliver the massive event they promised, or did the card fall short of expectations?

UFC 326 Main Card Picks & Breakdown

👊🏻 In this episode, we break down the entire UFC 326 main card, giving fight-by-fight analysis, stylistic matchups, keys to victory, and our official predictions.From a potential BMF classic between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira, to a high-level middleweight matchup between Reinier de Ridder and Caio Borralho, plus a veteran vs rising star clash between Rob Font and Raul Rosas Jr. We also discuss the action fight between Drew Dober and Michael Johnson, and the rematch between Gregory “Robocop” Rodrigues and Brunno Ferreira. We cover the entire main card and give our final picks for every fight.

Why Pereira Is Most Likely to Headline the UFC White House Card

In this episode, we dive into the massive shake-up at light heavyweight and heavyweight, including why Alex Pereira feels like the inevitable choice to headline the UFC White House card. We also share our early thoughts on Procházka vs Ulberg for the vacant 205 title and debate Ilia Topuria’s idea of introducing a pound-for-pound belt against Islam Makhachev. Plus, we break down the controversy from Arman Tsarukyan’s appearance at RAF and react to Kavanagh’s breakout performance against Brandon Moreno.

Breaking Down Holloway vs Oliveira | UFC 326

👊🏻 In this episode, we’re breaking down the UFC 326 main event: Max Holloway vs Charles Oliveira for the BMF title, diving deep into how this fight could play out across every phase.We start on the feet, analyzing Holloway’s elite volume, footwork, and defensive awareness against Oliveira’s power, kicking game, and ability to create damage in key moments.Then we get into the grappling. Can Oliveira find a path to the ground and capitalize on his submission threat, or will Holloway’s elite takedown defense keep this fight where he wants it?Finally, we talk intangibles: pace vs chaos, durability, championship experience, motivation, and what this fight means for the lightweight title picture.

Is Strickland vs Khamzat Next? | UFC Houston Recap

In this episode, we recap UFC Houston, starting with Sean Strickland’s dominant performance and what it means for the middleweight title picture. We debate whether Strickland vs Khamzat is the next fight to make, discuss Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez’s future (and a possible move to 170), and break down how a potential Khamzat move to 205 could shake up multiple divisions.Plus, we highlight breakout performances from Uroš Medić and Melquizael Costa, react to the newly announced Van vs Taira title fight and Brady vs Buckley matchup, and wrap with our predictions for Brandon Moreno vs Kavanagh this weekend.