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UFC Vegas 34 Post-Fight Show | Jared Cannonier Vanquishes Kelvin Gastelum in Main Event Aug 22, 2021

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Following UFC Vegas 34, MMA Fighting's Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down all the action from Saturday night's card including Jared Cannonier's hard fought victory over Kelvin Gastelum in the main event, Mark O. Madsen returning with a victory against Clay Guida as well as several jaw-dropping finishes earlier in the night.

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Between the Links: Dustin Poirier vs. Nate Diaz, Gegard Mousasi, UFC Vegas 34, More Aug 19, 2021

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Host Mike Heck is joined by MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Damon Martin as they battle it out for a week’s worth of bragging rights.

This week, the panel discusses Dustin Poirier’s appearance on The MMA Hour and what the chances could be that he will face Nate Diaz next over a title shot against Charles Oliveira, Gegard Mousasi’s successful middleweight title defense against John Salter at Bellator 264 and where he ranks at 185 pounds worldwide, Ray Cooper III’s dominant win over Rory MacDonald at PFL 7, this Saturday’s UFC Vegas 34 card in the promotion’s return from a brief hiatus—scheduled to be headlined by Jared Cannonier vs. Kelvin Gastelum—the under the radar fight of the weekend, and more.

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Unpacking The Suitcase Kid | The Unreal Story Of One Fighter’s Search For A Miracle Aug 19, 2021

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MMA Fighting's Mike Heck brings you the story of "The Suitcase Kid" Eugene Aubry, an up-and-coming fighter from Philadelphia who seemed to be on his way to big things in the world of MMA before a senseless act of violence potentially took his dreams away. This mini-documentary dives into that tragic night in October 2020, his trauma-filled childhood, Aubry's tremendous drive and self-sacrifice, a selfless community having his back, and the hope for a miracle.

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Jake Paul On His Boxing Hit List, Expectations For Tyron Woodley, Getting In Dana White's Head Aug 17, 2021

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Jake Paul talks to MMA Fighting and previews his upcoming fight against Tyron Woodley and what he's expecting out of the former UFC champion, Paul will also address his recent "hit list," which including names like Conor McGregor, Kamaru Usman and even his brother Logan Paul as well as his constant battle with UFC president Dana White over complaints against fighter pay in MMA.

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On To the Next One: Ask Mike & AK Anything Aug 15, 2021

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On the 55th episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee keep their matchmaking hats in plain sight, but turn the program over to you, the listeners.

Questions are answered in regards to Friday nights' Bellator 264 and PFL 7 events, Gegard Mousasi and Ray Cooper III's main event victories, top prospects and up and comers who could be fighting for major world titles in the next two years, Michael Bisping's position on fighter pay, Max Kellerman and Stephen A. Smith's involvement with major UFC events, along with some other fun topics in and out of the mixed martial arts landscape.

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Gable Steveson Reacts to Winning Olympic Gold Medal, Explains Tweet to Dana White Aug 15, 2021

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Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson discusses his historic win at the 2020 games where he pulled off one of the most stunning victories in his final match. Steveson will also address his future, especially after sending a message to UFC president Dana White, as well as possibly working with WWE.

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UFC's Jordan Williams Explains How He Stopped Viral Carjacking, Talks Fanny Packs Aug 14, 2021

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UFC welterweight Jordan Williams joined MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and reacts to the viral video of him stopping a carjacker from attempting to steal his car, what he learned from it, how his yellow fanny pack has gotten a lot of attention, takeaways from his recent loss to Mickey Gall, and more.

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Between the Links: Ciryl Gane’s Performance, Next For Aldo & Luque, Anderson Silva vs. Tito Ortiz, More Aug 12, 2021

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Host Mike Heck is joined by MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee as they battle each other and journalist E. Spencer Kyte in a special triple threat rules matchup on the program.

This week, the panelists react to Ciryl Gane’s impressive third-round TKO stoppage win over Derrick Lewis in the main event of UFC 265 to become interim heavyweight champion and give their thoughts on the future unification bout between Gane and Francis Ngannou, discuss Jose Aldo and Vicente Luque’s outstanding performances on Saturday and what should be next for both fighters, the recently confirmed boxing match between former UFC champions Anderson Silva and Tito Ortiz at Triller Fight Club’s Sept. 11 event, Bellator and the PFL’s events on Friday and what fight stands out above the rest on both cards, and more.

Plus, special guest Ariel Helwani joins the show to judge the knockout round and crown a winner.

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Reaction: Anderson Silva vs. Tito Ortiz Boxing Match At Triller Fight Club Sept. 11 Aug 11, 2021

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MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Damon Martin react to the news of Anderson Silva and Tito Ortiz set to meet in a boxing match at Triller Fight Club's Sept. 11 event, which will be headlined by Oscar De La Hoya vs. Vitor Belfort.

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The A-Side Live Chat | The A-Side Live Chat: Francis Ngannou vs. Ciryl Gane, UFC 267 Update, Rose Namajunas' Next Fight, Amanda Nunes' Return, More Aug 11, 2021

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This is the final episode of The A-Side Live Chat.

For this episode, José Youngs, E. Casey Leydon, Shaun Al-Shatti, Mike Heck, Jed Meshew, Alexander K. Lee, and Guilherme Cruz react to some of the biggest stories in MMA.

Some topics include fallout from UFC 265, Ciryl Gane’s TKO over Derrick Lewis, Amanda Nunes' future title fight against Julianna Peña, Rose Namajunas' rumored rematch against Zhang Weili, updates from UFC 267 in Abu Dhabi, the recent rule changes in Colorado, and more.

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