On today’s podcast, we’ll examine reports of the UFC’s new television deal purportedly involving ESPN and FOX. We’ll also look ahead to UFC: Atlantic City (Cub Swanson vs. Frankie Edgar, Kevin Lee vs. Edson Barboza), Bellator’s terrible TV ratings on Paramount Network and more. This is the Promotional Malpractice Live Chat with Luke Thomas.Read More →
The UFC 155-pound division is arguably the toughest in mixed martial arts. Coming off a TKO win over the tough Justin Gaethje, Chael Sonnen makes a case for Poirier earning the next title shot against Khabib Nurmagomedov, Need to lose weight?…The Four Pack RevolutionRead More →
Brendan talks about Firaz saying GSP is best of all time and comparisons of eras with Jon Jones.Read More →
Brendan talks about Broner and Gervonta Davis training camp. Adrien Broner faces Jessie Vargas in the main event of a SHOWTIME telecast – live Saturday, April 21 at 9PM ET/6PM PT. Plus, undefeated former world champion Jermall Charlo clashes with once-beaten Hugo Centeno, Jr. for the interim 160-pound world titleRead More →
A report recently said the UFC’s new television deal could see them on ESPN and the Dana White Tuesday Night Contender Series could replace The Ultimate Fighter (TUF). While the report’s authenticity seems dubious, let’s assume for a moment that’s true. What would it do to the Contender Series toRead More →
Mike Catherwood joins Brendan and Bryan in studio for Episode 353 of The Fighter and The Kid. They talk about the benefits of TRT, Dr. Phil not being a doctor, actors rapping, and much more.Read More →
Fabricio Werdum faces Alexander Volkov in the main event at UFC London. Chael Sonnen thinks Werdum may be the greatest heavyweight in MMA history…but his style puts him at risk.Read More →
The UFC Lightweight division is stacked. With Dustin Poirier’s TKO finish of the tough Justin Gaethje, the division became even more complicated. Chael Sonnen talks what’s next in one of the most exciting divisions in mixed martial arts.Read More →
Rafael dos Anjos faces polarizing star Colby Covington for the interim welterweight title in Chicago at UFC 225. In this episode of Beyond the Fight Chael Sonnen breaks down what RDA needs to do to leave with the belt. Need to lose weight?…The Four Pack RevolutionRead More →
Brendan recaps UFC Poirier vs Gaethje and discusses Gaethje’s future, UFC TV deal rumors, UFC fighter profile summaries and more. Brendan also talks breaking MMA & Boxing events/news, breaks down/makes picks for UFC Lee vs Barboza and answers fan questions. BELOW THE BELT explores the intersection of combat sports andRead More →
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping and stand-up comedian Luis J. Gomez discuss Luis’s time in Atlantic City, UFC on Fox 29, Tavares calling out Bisping, Carlos Condit’s fight and Bisping’s experience with him in Afghanistan, Justin Gaethje’s fighting style and bringing out the best in Dustin Poirier, Colby Covington’s crazy posts, Rogan vs Snipes, Luke Rockhold’s latest rant, listener questions and plenty more!Read More →
Brendan and Bryan are in studio for Episode 352 of The Fighter and The Kid. They talk about how things are different now because of Bryan’s show, Oscar De La Hoya, Poirier vs Gaethje, and much more.Read More →
Rafael dos Anjos faces Colby Covington for the interim welterweight title at UFC 224 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Chael Sonnen breaks down what each fighter needs to do to get their hand raised.Read More →
Anik and Florian recap FOX UFC Fight Night from Glendale and the Fight-of-the-Year candidate turned in by Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje. Guests include UFC heavyweight Chase Sherman, American Top Team’s Din Thomas, and Ray Longo. 00:21:02 Ray Longo Minute 00:37:20 Din Thomas 00:50:20 Chase Sherman 01:01:45 Main Event ChallengeRead More →
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In this episode of Beyond the Fight Chael Sonnen talks about what Edson Barboza needs to do to defeat Kevin Lee at UFC Fight Night Atlantic City, NJ. Need to lose weight?…The Four Pack RevolutionRead More →
UFC Fight Night in Atlantic City, New Jersey features top lightweights Edson Barboza and Kevin Lee for the main event. Chael Sonnen talks Kevin Lee’s strengths and what he needs to do to beat Edson Barboza. Need to lose weight?…The Four Pack RevolutionRead More →
At UFC Glendale, Dustin Poirier scored a stoppage win over Justin Gaethje in the main event. It was a Fight of the Year contender and both fighters fought ably, but the loss also raises questions about the damage Gaethje’s future. In addition, in examining the fights with both Poirier and Eddie Alvarez, are there lessons to be drawn about the strengths and weaknesses of Gaethje’s style? We’ll answer that with Luke Thomas on the Monday Morning Analyst.Read More →
Dustin Poirier engaged a relentless Justin Gaethje in a classic four round battle and rallied to score a brutal stoppage win in Saturday’s UFC main event at UFC on Fox in Glendale, Arizona. Chael Sonnen breaks down the fight on this episode of Beyond the Fight. Need to lose weight?…TheRead More →
At UFC Glendale, Carlos Condit and ‘Cowboy’ Alex Oliveira fought in the co-main event of the evening.Read More →
At UFC Glendale, Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje fought in the main event in a lightweight contest.Read More →
Eddie Alvarez joined me on Friday to preview UFC on FOX 29 (UFC Glendale): Justin Gaethje vs. Dustin Poirier. As a man who fought both, he had keen insight. He also weighed in on facing Khabib Nurmagomedov, Tony Ferguson and more. The Luke Thomas Show airs weekdays, 3 to 6pmRead More →
Chael Sonnen points out the mistakes many athletes make and shares his thoughts and advice to successfully navigate a career in sports and entertainment.Read More →