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Heck of a Morning | What's Next For Nick Diaz? MVP vs. Mike Perry BKFC Fight, Khamzat Chimaev vs. Belal Muhammad Jun 10, 2022

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If Nick Diaz competes in the octagon again, is there an opponent that makes sense for a UFC return?

On an all-new episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck attempts to answer that question. In addition, topics include BKFC's big announcement that Mike Perry will face Bellator's Michael Page in August and why Bellator deserves a lot of credit for allowing "MVP" to participate in the bout, a potential Khamzat Chimaev vs. Belal Muhammad fight, who Conor McGregor may fight when he returns, the late scratch of Manel Kape vs. Rogerio Bontorin at UFC 275, what it means for a UFC card to air on ABC, Valentina Shevchenko's greatness, and much more.

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BTL | Glover Teixeira vs. Jiri Prochazka, Weili vs. Jedrzejczyk 2, UFC 275, More Jun 10, 2022

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Glover Teixeira will defend his UFC light heavyweight title for the first time against Jiri Prochazka in the main event of Saturday’s UFC 275 card in Singapore. While the matchup is fascinating, is there an argument to be made that both fighters are being undervalued and overlooked?

This week on Between the Links, the panel will discuss the 205-pound title fight and where both guys could go based on the result. In addition, topics will include whether or not Taila Santos would pull off the biggest upset in UFC history with a win over Valentina Shevchenko, the highly anticipated rematch between Zhang Weili and Joanna Jedrzejczyk, and who the shift to a three round fight favors more, the low-key banger of the event, a quick recap of UFC Vegas 56, and much more.

Host Mike Heck moderates the discussion between MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and UFC lightweight Joe Solecki.

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Heck of a Morning | Will Joanna Jedrzejczyk's Long Layoff Help Or Hurt Her At UFC 275? Jun 09, 2022

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There are many questions surrounding Joanna Jedrzejczyk's long-awaited return to the octagon this Saturday at UFC 275 in a rematch with Zhang Weili — most notably, how will she respond after a two-plus year layoff?

On an brand new episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck gives his thoughts on that, and the matchup itself. In addition, listeners ask questions about Paddy Pimblett's UFC London booking with Jordan Leavitt, the UFC 275 main event between Glover Teixeira and Jiri Prochazka, Valentina Shevchenko not getting the main event slot, a potential co-promotion between Bellator and Eagle FC and if it's the right decision for both promotions, and much more.

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Daniel Cormier Previews UFC 275, Reveals Who Will Induct Him Into UFC Hall of Fame Jun 08, 2022

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New UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier stops by with MMA Fighting's José Youngs to preview the top three fights at Saturday’s UFC 275 pay-per-view event, reveal who will induct him into the UFC Hall of Fame later this summer, debate Ryan Clark’s recent hot take on Chris Brown and Michael Jackson, and more.

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No Bets Barred | Going All In On Valentina Shevchenko | UFC 275 Best Bets Jun 08, 2022

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Things are a little bit different this week for the No Bets Barred crew as Conner Burks is out of the country, so instead, Jed Meshew is joined by MMA Fighting writer Mike Heck to break down the best bets for UFC 275 — and without Conner to keep him in line, Jed puts down wagers on five different underdogs, plus an all-in bet on Valentina Shevchenko.

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Trocação Franca | Joinha fala de Glover x Prochazka, Anderson, Poatan, e mais Jun 08, 2022

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Glover Teixeira defende o cinturão dos meio-pesados do UFC neste sábado contra Jiri Prochazka na Singapura, e o Trocação Franca recebe o empresário Jorge Guimarães “Joinha”, que acompanhou a carreira do lutador desde os tempos em que ele era proibido de entrar nos Estados Unidos. Na entrevista, “Joinha” fala do sucesso do atleta e atualiza a situação de outros clientes. O podcast conversa ainda com o jornalista Cesar Augusto, um apaixonado por lutas que fez parte de coberturas históricas do UFC na TV Globo, como a primeira transmissão de Galvão Bueno e a fratura da perna de Anderson Silva.

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

With Glover Teixeira defending the UFC title Saturday against Jiri Prochazka, Trocação Franca welcomes in Jorge Guimarães, who's managed Teixeira's career since before the champ was allowed back into the United States. Guimarães discusses Teixeira’s success and gives an update on what’s next for several other MMA fighters. We also chat with veteran journalist Cesar Augusto, who's covered some of the most historic UFC moments to ever air on Globo TV in Brazil.

Listen to Trocação Franca with Guilherme Cruz every Wednesday to hear from the biggest names on the hottest topics in the Brazilian combat sports world.

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Jon Anik: Joanna Jedrzejczyk vs. Zhang Weili 2 Feels Like Gaethje vs. Chandler | UFC 275 Jun 07, 2022

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UFC lead play-by-play voice Jon Anik checks in once again with MMA Fighting's Mike Heck to preview Saturday's UFC 275 event — including the light heavyweight championship main event between Glover Teixeira and Jiri Prochazka, Valentin Shevchenko vs. Taila Santos for the flyweight title, and the rematch of an epic battle between former strawweight champs Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Zhang Weili.

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Heck of a Morning | Devieson Figueiredo's Gripe With the UFC, Joanna Jedrzejczyk's Title Hopes With UFC 275 Win, More Jun 07, 2022

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Deiveson Figueiredo is not happy the UFC is moving forward with an interim flyweight title fight between Brandon Moreno and Kai Kara-France at UFC 277 in July and has made some interesting demands to remain in the division. Was it the right move?

On an all-new edition of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck reacts to Figueiredo's recent gripe with the UFC and gives his take on what will likely be the outcome. In addition, listeners ask questions about UFC 275, Glover Teixeira's chances to defeat Jiri Prochazka in the main event, Joanna Jedrzejczyk's championship hopes should she defeat Zhang Weili, the negativity of a select group of MMA fans, the PFL's recent decision making regarding their regular season and their announced alternates, and much more.

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Fighter vs. Writer: Valentina Shevchenko Reveals What Separates Her From Other Fighters; Lauren Murphy Talks Miesha Tate, Previews UFC 275 Jun 07, 2022

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On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko joins the podcast to discuss her upcoming title defense against Taila Santos and what keeps her motivated after largely clearing out the majority of contenders in the flyweight division.

Shevchenko also discusses her frequent travels and what she plans to do with her free time after she finally retires from competition.

Also on the show this week, Lauren Murphy stops by to help preview UFC 275 as she details what makes Shevchenko such a difficult puzzle to solve, Glover Teixeira’s chances to remain champion in his fight against Jiri Prochazka and what to expect when Joanna Jedrzejczyk returns to face Zhang Weili in a highly anticipated rematch.

Murphy also discusses her upcoming fight against Miesha Tate while getting brutally honest about what went wrong in her own bid to become the 125-pound champion in her last outing.

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

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