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BTL | Prochazka vs. Teixeira Classic, UFC 275 Wrap-Up, UFC Austin, Sterling vs. Dillashaw Jun 16, 2022

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The MMA world will be talking about the UFC 275 main event between Jiri Prochazka and Glover Teixeira for years to come. But just how great was the fight compared to some of the all-time memorable clashes in UFC history?

This week on an all-new Between the Links, that question is discussed following Saturday’s card in Singapore. In addition, the panel plays a new game called, “Which one is more true?” to put a bow on the PPV card, look ahead to Saturday’s UFC Austin event headlined by Calvin Kattar vs. Josh Emmett and what could be at stake for both men, a reaction to the targeted bantamweight title fight between Aljamain Sterling and T.J. Dillashaw, and more.

Host Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting’s Shaun Al-Shatti and Alexander K. Lee.

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Heck of a Morning | Reaction To Zabit Retiring, Sterling vs. Dillashaw Targeted Title Fight, Possibility of McGregor vs. Chandler Jun 16, 2022

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Zabit Magomedsharipov has officially notified the UFC he is retiring from the sport of MMA. Will he go down as the biggest "what if" in the history of the promotion?

That question is discussed on a brand new edition of Heck of a Morning with MMA Fighting's Mike Heck. In addition, listeners submit questions about the targeted bantamweight title fight between Aljamain Sterling and T.J. Dillashaw and if it was the right fight to make, what that bout does for the direction of the potentially returning Henry Cejudo, the rumored fight between Jose Aldo and Merab Dvalishvili, the chances the UFC books Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler for McGregor's return fight, the depth of Saturday's UFC Austin card, and much more.

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‘DAMN! They Were Good’ | The Legendary Career Of 'The Iceman,' Chuck Liddell Jun 16, 2022

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DAMN! They Were Good is podcast where we celebrate the careers of some of our favorite fighters ever. This episode, Jed Meshew is joined by Damon Martin and Steven Marrocco to discuss one of the most important fighters in MMA history: Chuck Liddell.

Liddell’s career spans from the pre-Zuffa UFC days up through The Ultimate Fighter boom to MMA’s emergence in the mainstream, and it did so in part because Liddell helped push the sport there. Dubbed “The Iceman” for his stoic demeanor, Liddell captivated fans with his presence and performances, authoring some of the best knockouts in the history of the sport, becoming the first true crossover star for MMA, and serving as the standard bearer for the UFC during its most pivotal time. Without Chuck Liddell, it’s possible there is no UFC today.

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No Bets Barred | Teach A Man To Gamble On UFC Austin And He’ll Bet For A Lifetime Jun 15, 2022

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With Conner Burks still on Holiday, host Jed Meshew is joined this week by notorious anti-gambler Alexander K. Lee to try and show him why betting on MMA is so fun.

Jed teaches Alex the difference between Value Bets and Vibes Bets ... and gets "The Prince of Positivity" to place a number of bets on UFC Austin.

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Trocação Franca | Taila Santos quer revanche com Valentina Shevchenko Jun 15, 2022

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Taila Santos chegou perto de quebrar a banca no UFC 275, dando a Valentina Shevchenko sua luta mais dura como peso-mosca na Singapura. De volta ao Brasil, a lutadora conversou com o Trocação Franca e disse que acredita ter vencido ao menos três rounds, explicou como a cabeçada mudou a luta, e disse que aceitaria enfrentar a campeã novamente após a cirurgia no rosto. Na sessão Fight Week, o podcast bateu um papo com Maria Oliveira, a penetra da festa da Anitta, além de Gregory Rodrigues, Raush Manfio e Natan Schulte.

O melhor do MMA brasileiro no Trocação Franca, toda quarta-feira, com o jornalista Guilherme Cruz e convidados.

Taila Santos came close to pulling off a major upset at UFC 275, giving Valentina Shevchenko her toughest fight ever at flyweight in Singapore. Back to her native Brazil, Santos spoke to Trocação Franca about her belief that she won at least three rounds, how the clash of heads changed the fight, whether she’s down to running it back after undergoing surgery, and more. In the Fight Week segment of the show, we talk to UFC fighters Maria Oliveira and Gregory Rodrigues and PFL lightweights Raush Manfio and Natan Schulte.

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Heck of a Morning | Where Does Jiri Prochazka vs. Glover Teixeira Rank In All-Time Best UFC Fights? Adrian Yanez Joins the Show Jun 14, 2022

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Jiri Prochazka and Glover Teixeira put on an instant classic in the main event of UFC 275 this past Saturday. Some of the newer MMA fans believe it's the greatest UFC title fight they have ever seen, but are they right?

On a brand new episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck answers that question and reacts to the incredible fight — which was won by Prochazka with a stunning fifth-round submission — as well as what could be next for the new champion following Saturday's card in Singapore. In addition, listeners submit questions about Valentina Shevchenko's split decision win over Taila Santos and who the long reigning champion could face next, the UFC 278 headliner between Kamaru Usman and Leon Edwards being made official, what's at stake in the UFC Austin headliner between Calvin Kattar and Josh Emmett this Saturday, and more.

Plus, Adrian Yanez (1:35:27) joins the show to preview his UFC Austin matchup with Tony Kelley.

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Fighter vs. Writer: Josh Emmett Previews Saturday's Calvin Kattar Fight, Felice Herrig Reveals Why She Retired from MMA Jun 14, 2022

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On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Josh Emmett joins the show to discuss his upcoming main event fight against Calvin Kattar at UFC Austin and why he believes this is a No. 1 contender’s fight in the featherweight division.

Of course, Emmett will also address the upcoming title fight trilogy between Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway and explaining why he’s always looked at Volkanovski as one of his dream fights in the UFC.

In her first interview since announcing her retirement, Felice Herrig also joins the show to detail what led to her calling it a career following her recent fight against Karolina Kowalkiewicz and the long road back to the octagon after two separate knee surgeries.

Herrig will also tease what she has store in the future and how making an OnlyFans page helped to stabilize her income during the years she was away from fighting while recovering from knee surgery.

All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer.

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On To the Next One | Matches To Make After UFC 275 Jun 12, 2022

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Where do Jiri Prochazka and Glover Teixeira go following their epic battle in the main event of Saturday's UFC 275 event Singapore? What about Valentina Shevchenko and Taila Santos following their super competitive UFC flyweight title fight, along with Zhang Weili after viciously knocking out Joanna Jedrzejczyk in the featured bout?

MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee attempt to answer those questions from a matchmaking perspective on a brand new episode of On To the Next One. Future matchups are also discussed for Jake Matthews following his finish of Andre Fialho, Jack Della Maddalena after his breakout TKO win over Ramazan Emeev, discuss the career of Jedrzejczyk following her retirement announcement, and more.

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UFC 275 Post-Fight Show | Reaction To Jiri Prochazka’s Stunning Late Submission, Shevchenko’s Struggles, Joanna’s Retirement Jun 12, 2022

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Jiri Prochazka is the new UFC light heavyweight champion after shockingly submitting Glover Teixeira in the final seconds of an all-time classic in the main event of UFC 275.

MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Shaheen Al-Shatti, Jed Meshew, and Alexander K. Lee react to the incredible battle that Teixeira seemed like he was about to win, right up until he didn’t. In addition, the crew recaps Valentina Shevchenko’s scare from Taila Santos throughout her split decision win, Zhang Weili’s KO of the Year contender, which led to Joanna Jedrzejczyk announcing her retirement, Jake Matthews and Jack Della Maddalena having next-level performances in the welterweight division, and much more from Saturday’s memorable pay-per-view event in Singapore.

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UFC 275 Preview Show | Will Jiri Prochazka End Glover Teixeira's Fairy Tale? | Shevchenko's Pursuit Of History, Joanna's Return Jun 11, 2022

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Can Glover Teixeira continue his incredible run and successfully defend his UFC light heavyweight title at 42 years old, or will the chaotic Jiri Prochazka begin his own reign of terror?

Teixeira and Prochazka will meet in the main event of Saturday’s UFC 275 fight card in Singapore. Ahead of the intriguing headliner, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Shaun Al-Shatti, and Alexander K. Lee break down the matchup, along with the flyweight championship co-main event between Valentina Shevchenko and Taila Santos, the highly anticipated Zhang Weili vs. Joanna Jedrzejczyk rematch, and more.

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