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👊🏻 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.

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.

👊🏻 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.

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.

In this episode, we break down the growing chatter around a potential Islam Makhachev vs Ian Garry matchup and how that could line up perfectly (if Islam wins) for a mega fight between Islam and Ilia. We also dive into Kamaru Usman’s goal of becoming a two-division champion and how realistic that path is at both 170 and 185. Plus, we cover Conor McGregor’s White House announcement, possible opponent scenarios for the UFC White House card, and give our first thoughts on the debut Netflix MMA event featuring Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano.🎯 Get Your Free Picks for UFC Houston: Promo Code "Barnhill" https://www.winible.com/checkout/1363223394291568749?pid=1363223394304151662&a=B1FDFC&c=BARNHILL

🔥 Use Code "Barnhill" for 50% Off Your First Month https://fightsignal.com 👊🏻 In this episode, we're breaking down & giving predictions for the UFC Houston middleweight main event between Sean Strickland and Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez.We start on the feet, analyzing Strickland’s pace, jab, pressure, and defensive style versus Hernandez’s movement, accuracy, and ability to use striking to set up his grappling.Then we get into the grappling. Will Fluffy’s pressure, takedowns, and ground control be too much, or will Strickland’s takedown defense and defensive wrestling hold up?Finally, we talk intangibles: momentum vs experience, strength of schedule, durability, gas tanks, and what this fight means for the middleweight title picture before giving our final predictions.

In this episode, we break down the latest developments surrounding the proposed UFC White House card and what Ilia Topuria’s potential return means for the lightweight division. We discuss possible main event scenarios, backup plans, and how the lightweight picture could shake out. We also dive into why Usman Nurmagomedov belongs in the UFC, what’s next for Khamzat Chimaev at 185 (and possibly 205), whether Ilia vs. Islam is realistically doable, our Gable Steveson heavyweight hot take, and Andrei Arlovski’s incredible BKFC title win 20 years after his UFC championship run.

This is an immediate post-fight livestream recap of UFC Fight Night: Bautista vs Oliveira.We break down the full main card, share initial reactions, and discuss what could be next for the winners and losers coming out of the event.

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