Howdy folks! On today’s episode of the best podcast in combat sports, I get into all the week’s biggest stories, starting with Michael Chandler's thoughts on Conor McGregor’s return. Then, I talk about Jon Jones's comments on his fight with Stipe Miocic being “likely” his last. After that, I dive into the potential matchup of Henry Cejudo vs. Sean O’Malley, as well as Merab Dvalishvili’s plan for his next title fight. To close out, I discuss Khamzat Chimaev’s decision to get back to his roots and return to his original wrestling gym in Sweden, and talk Mike Tyson’s alarming inability to walk despite being 2 months out from his bout with Jake Paul.

The following time codes are approximate:

• Michael Chandler on Conor McGregor’s potential return (00:00)
• Will Jon Jones retire after UFC 309? (10:34)
• Henry Cejudo wants to fight Sean O’Malley (22:11)
• Merab Dvalishvili’s championship plan (34:49)
• Khamzat Chimaev’s return to his roots (43:55)
• Mike Tyson’s inability to walk (52:46)

I'm back from Las Vegas after an INCREDIBLE weekend at Sphere, and I've got a lot to say on today's program. I get into Merab Dvalishvili's win over Sean O'Malley and all the weird things that happened in this fight. Plus, I tell you why Valentina Shevchenko didn't do herself any favors Saturday night, and also about the massive compliment Dana White handed to budding superstar Diego Lopes. Plus, Jake Paul made a brilliant marketing move, and Conor McGregor's UFC career may have gone up in flames this weekend.

The following time codes are approximate:

• Suga' vs. Merab reaction (00:00)
• Valentina's error (11:04)
• Next move for Diego Lopes (21:56)
• Jake Paul does it again (35:33)
• Conor McGregor's future (40:50)

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A special night at UFC 306 warrants a special preview podcast, and so on today's episode that's what I give ya! I talk about Sean O'Malley's GENIUS marketing work, and also his biggest weakness in the Octagon. Plus, I talk about the guy that bowed out of Dana White's Contender Series and White's plans for Conor McGregor in 2025. And of course, some official predictions for the UFC 306 co-main event between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko, as well as the main event between O'Malley and Merab Dvalishvili.

The following time codes are approximate:

• Sean O'Malley's marketing brilliance (00:00)
• O'Malley's ground game (10:30)
• Conor McGregor in January 2025? (20:46)
• Quemuel Ottoni's DWCS fiasco (31:03)
• Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes (39:22)
• Alexa Grasso vs. Valentina Shevchenko 3 (47:44)
• O'Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili (55:14)

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Was Israel Adesanya involved in a ROAD RAGE incident? I tell ya' that on today's episode PLUS I call out Merab Dvalishvili for his hypocritical criticism of Umar Nurmagomedov. Also, my reaction to Sean Brady's win over Gilbert Burns, expectations for The Sphere, and we say goodbye (maybe?) to a legend.

The following time codes are approximate:

• Burns vs. Brady reaction (00:00)
• Is Demetrious Johnson done? (07:38)
• Merab criticizes Umar (15:34)
• What will The Sphere show look like? (27:15)
• Gangs, Hell's Angels, and Israel Adesanya (35:11)

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I went to message Jon Jones...and I think he blocked me. Can you believe it? I get into that on today's show, plus I saw some video of Conor McGregor training and I'm not quite sure what to make of it. I also talk about Saturday's big Fight Night bout between Gilbert Burns and Sean Brady, as well as the odds of the UFC 306 main event between Sean O'Malley and Merab Dvalishvili. I also would love to see O'Malley and Belal Muhammad in the same room, wouldn't you?

The following time codes are approximate:

• Conor McGregor's training (00:00)
• Jorge Masvidal wants back in MMA (12:10)
• Gilbert Burns vs. Sean Brady (20:45)
• I need to talk to Jon Jones (30:47)
• Sean O'Malley's superstardom (42:30)
• O'Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili odds (51:11)
• An under-the-radar fight (57:24)

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Happy post-Labor Day! On today's great episode of the best podcast in combat sports, I tell you about that time I was (almost) a stunt man for Channing Tatum, and also my beef with NASA. Then, I talk about the rumors surrounding a Colby Covington-Dustin Poirier fight. After that, I discuss the UFC welterweight title picture, my BRILLIANT idea for Alexander Volkanovski's next opponent, Jon Jones' financials and how that could impact his retirement decision, changing pay-per-view prices in boxing, and more.

The following time codes are approximate:

• Why I dislike NASA (00:00)
• Colby Covington vs. Dustin Poirier? (14:10)
• The welterweight round robin (22:16)
• Alexander Volkanovski's future (32:52)
• How rich is Jon Jones? (44:26)
• Cheaper boxing PPV's (52:21)

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Lots to get to on today's show! I begin by talking about Dana White teasing he has fight news for Conor McGregor, Michael Chandler, Charles Oliveira, and Max Holloway. Then, I break down the upcoming title fight between Holloway and Ilia Topuria, as well as the latest twists and turns in the McGregor vs. Chandler saga. Plus, I get into some drama in the grappling world, the Buffalo Bills cutting Gable Steveson, Kamaru Usman's future, and more.

• Dana White's fight news (00:00)
• Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway (09:16)
• The McGregor vs. Chandler saga (18:30)
• Kamaru Usman's future (32:07)
• On Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou rumors (39:18)
• Joe Rogan's thoughts on Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson (47:55)
• Craig Jones, Gordon Ryan, and other grappling drama (58:12)
• Gable Steveson cut by the Bills (01:09:50)

On today's episode, I begin by by telling Caio Borralho about the stupid mistake he made following his win over Jared Cannonier. Then, I talk about another dumb move by Jiri Prochazka, who wants to drop to 185 lbs. and then immediately go back to light heavyweight. After that, I give Alex Pereira some praise for saying Magomed Ankalaev doesn't want to fight him, a rare smart move by a fighter. And to close out the show, I discuss Conor McGregor's online movement to get himself a fight.

The following time codes are approximate:

• Caio Borralho's mistake (00:00)
• Jiri Prochazka to 185 lbs.? (09:15)
• Alex Pereira's troll job (23:19)
• #FreeTheMac! (32:50)
• Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III (43:32)

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