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  • UFC White House card: Hit or miss? UFC 326 recap | Cageside

    UFC White House card: Hit or miss? UFC 326 recap | Cageside
    2026/03/09
    On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan recap a wild weekend in the world of combat sports. The UFC’s White House card was revealed – is it a hit or a miss? What was the fight that dropped out, and do you believe Jon Jones was never going to be on the card? Charles Oliveira dominates Max Holloway at UFC 326 en route to becoming the new BMF champion. All this and more ...

    0:00 – Was Jon Jones the fighter that fell off the UFC White House card?
    8:31 – Is Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje the right main event?
    9:49 – What to make of Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane for an interim title
    26:00 – Tom Aspinall, Eddie Hearn, and a weird situation
    27:58 – Previewing the rest of UFC Freedom 250
    35:03 – Charles Oliveira dominates Max Holloway at UFC 326, and boy did we get it wrong
    43:49 – Gregory Rodrigues delivers a huge highlight on CBS
    45:50 – Eric’s Power Slap experience
    52:42 – Zuffa Boxing awards its first tile, and the Meta Apex was rocking
    53:56 – MVP adds Francis Ngannou to Rousey vs. Carano
    1:00:47 – Weekend preview, including CFFC 151
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  • Arman Tsarukyan not helping his case; Jon Jones to fight Alex Pereira at the White House

    Arman Tsarukyan not helping his case; Jon Jones to fight Alex Pereira at the White House
    2026/03/02
    On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan recap an incredible weekend of action, including Lone’er Kavanagh’s big win over Brandon Moreno in Mexico, as well as a few other standout performances from the card, while also discussing the madness that unfolded at Real American Freestyle 06 and what it means for Arman Tsarukyan and his shot at a UFC title moving forward. The guys also look forward to this weekend’s UFC 326, where BMF champ Max Holloway takes on Charles Oliveira, and lay out what lies ahead for Alex Pereira after vacating his light heavyweight title. All this and more ...

    0:00 – What are you doing, Arman Tsarukyan?
    12:56 – Where does Brandon Moreno go from here?
    16:52 – “Chito” Vera comes up short
    19:56 – King Green proves he’s not done just yet, and a few youngsters shine
    24:55 – Legends collide with Max Holloway vs. Charles Oliveira at UFC 326
    33:12 – Big stakes with Caio Borralho vs. Reinier de Ridder
    43:15 – We’re getting Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira, aren’t we?
    50:31 – Eric’s booked for Power Slap and next week’s UFC event
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    54 分
  • Sean Strickland earned shot at Khamzat Chimaev; Ronda Rousey returns to face Gina Carano

    Sean Strickland earned shot at Khamzat Chimaev; Ronda Rousey returns to face Gina Carano
    2026/02/23
    On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan recap Sean Strickland’s brilliant UFC Fight Night victory in Houston and lay out the reasons he’s likely next for middleweight champ Khamzat Chimaev. After discussing the rest of the night’s standout performances, the pair also previews the UFC’s trip to Mexico City and breaks down the surprise announcement that Ronda Rousey is returning to face Gina Carano on Netflix. Also, did the UFC do Bruce Buffer dirty? All this and more ...

    0:00 – Celebrating U.S. gold in hockey
    5:47 – Sean Strickland delivered perhaps his best performance yet
    16:28 – Strickland’s performance should earn him the next title shot
    24:22 – Celebrating Uros Medic, Melquizael Costa and Jacobe Smith
    31:17 - Previewing UFC Mexico
    34:17 – Did the UFC miss out by not booking Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano?
    41:11 – Eric’s bizarre tragedy hoax
    45:08 – What did the UFC do to Bruce Buffer?
    47:48 – UFC BJJ, Power Slap, and more
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    52 分
  • UFC, PFL, CFFC and LFA made for a great weekend of MMA; UFC Houston preview

    UFC, PFL, CFFC and LFA made for a great weekend of MMA; UFC Houston preview
    2026/02/09
    On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan look back at UFC Fight Night from the Meta Apex, where Mario Bautista shined bright over Vinicius Oliveira. The PFL was in Dubai, and Usman Nurmagomedov retained his lightweight world title. Where does Usman sit in the overall lightweight MMA rankings? Looking ahead two weeks to Sean Strickland vs. Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez.

    All this and more ...

    0:00 – CFFC 150 review
    6:25 – LFA provides Eric with an MMA first
    10:01 – Mario Bautista shines in breakout win over Vinicius Oliveira
    17:37 – Meta Apex expansion makes it a must-visit venue
    23:44 – Where does Usman Nurmagomedov stand after PFL Dubai win?
    30:43 – Andrei Arlovski claims BKFC title with win over Ben Rothwell
    33:38 – What to expect with Sean Strickland vs. Anthony Hernandez
    38:54 – Other key notes at UFC Houston
    45:14 – UFC BJJ, Zuffa Boxing, Power Slap, and more
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    54 分
  • Alexander Volkanovski cruises to win at UFC 325, but is he the featherweight GOAT?

    Alexander Volkanovski cruises to win at UFC 325, but is he the featherweight GOAT?
    2026/02/02
    On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan recap an incredible performance from Alexander Volkanovski in his rematch with Diego Lopes at UFC 325. Jon Anik labeled Volkanovski the featherweight GOAT, but is he right?

    The guys also recap the rest of the card, take a look at the UFC’s return to The Meta Apex this Saturday, talk the future of the PFL, preview CFFC 150, and more.

    0:00 – Alexander Volkanovski not slowing down at 37 years old
    10:41 – Benoit Saint Denis steps up against a puzzling Dan Hooker
    17:55 – Where does Arman Tsarukyan fit in the lightweight picture
    21:21 – The Mauricio Ruffy hype train is starting back up
    24:18 – What’s next for Tai Tuivasa?
    27:06 – Is Alexander Volkanovski the GOAT?
    38:56 – Recounting the glory days of WEC
    43:08 - John Martin and the future of PFL
    47:42 – The UFC returns to the remodeled Meta Apex
    54:08 – CFFC 150 preview
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  • PFL CEO John Martin previews “the most important year in the company’s history”

    PFL CEO John Martin previews “the most important year in the company’s history”
    2026/01/28
    Professional Fighters League CEO John Martin spoke with Grind City Media’s John Morgan. With five months at the helm of the organization Martin outlined several key changes and labeled 2026 the most important year in the history of the mixed martial arts promotion, which hosts its first event of the new year on Saturday, February 7, live on the ESPN App.

    Martin talked about recent personnel changes at the company, the importance of an additional fundraising round, a new deal with Fox, the implementation of fighter rankings, and much more – including the possibility of a Cris Cyborg vs. Dakota Ditcheva superfight later in the year.

    0:00 – Departure of Donn Davis, Pete Murray, Ray Sefo and more
    2:55 – Role of Knighthead Capital and 885 Capital as longterm partners
    3:53 – Fox broadcast deal in Mexico and Central America
    5:14 – Status of adding more international leagues
    7:29 – Partnering with Combat Registry to provide PFL rankings
    9:15 – Previewing PFL Dubai on February 7
    12:24 – Dakota Ditcheva update
    14:00 – Checking in on Francis Ngannou
    14:35 – “This is the most important year in the company’s history”
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    16 分
  • UFC 324 recap: Justin Gaethje batters an incredibly game Paddy Pimblett

    UFC 324 recap: Justin Gaethje batters an incredibly game Paddy Pimblett
    2026/01/26
    On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan look back at the start of the Paramount+ Era, where Justin Gaethje battered Paddy Pimblett in a five-round epic battle. “Suga” Sean O’Malley gets back on track and calls for a title shot vs. Petr Yan. Looking ahead to UFC 325 from Australia with Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes II.

    All this and more ...

    0:00 – Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett kick off the Paramount+ Era in style
    8:06 – Pimblett proves he belongs even in defeat
    16:16 – Will Ilia Topuria be forced to wait for the White House in June?
    18:19 – What did we learn about Sean O’Malley against Song Yadong
    26:23 – Derrick Lewis looks flat against new contender Waldo Cortes-Acosta
    28:33 – Dana White struggles to hide his frustrations with Tom Aspinall
    29:48 – Where does Jean Silva fit in the featherweight division?
    31:16 – Why is Diego Lopes getting a rematch with Alexander Volkanovski?
    35:11 – What’s at stake in Rafael Fiziev vs. Mauricio Ruffy?
    40:15 – The people’s main event: Dan Hooker vs. Benoit Saint Denis
    44:36 – Changes that Paramount+ needs to make moving forward
    52:00 – Introducing Zach Underwood, recapping Eric’s historic stunt at The O2 London, get well wishes for Mark Smith, and more
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  • Real American Freestyle steals the weekend; UFC 324's most intriguing matchup

    Real American Freestyle steals the weekend; UFC 324's most intriguing matchup
    2026/01/12
    On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan discuss the excitement surrounding Real American Freestyle and what the future holds for them. Colby Covington and Luke Rockhold team up to bully Bo Nickel. Looking ahead to UFC 324 and why you shouldn’t count out the GOAT, Amanda Nunes.

    All this and more ...

    0:00 – Eric talks life on the road in Europe
    4:45 – Celebrating the Ferguson Invitational and a grand gesture from Alan Belcher
    7:39 – Real American Freestyle takes the spotlight, but can it survive?
    20:50 – Could the UFC end up supporting RAF?
    29:05 – UFC 324's most intriguing matchup: Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes
    44:18 – Derrick Lewis vs. Waldo Cortes-Acosta, Alex Pereira vs. Khamzat Chimaev, and more
    50:02 – Paramount gives Mackenzie Dern and Brian Ortega the Hollywood treatment
    53:23 – Prepare for Zuffa Boxing
    54:14 – The future of MMA on ESPN
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