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What the Heck: Episode 52 | Demetrious Johnson, Michael Chiesa, John Gooden and Laura Sanchez Mar 30, 2021

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This week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck (7:10) chats with UFC commentator John Gooden to recap the major storylines from UFC 260, Francis Ngannou capturing the heavyweight title, his Keeping the Lights On fundraiser to help out gyms in the U.K. that have experienced hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic, and more.

Demetrious Johnson (42:53) previews his flyweight title fight against Adriano Moraes April 7 at ONE on TNT 1, thoughts on Aljamain Sterling becoming UFC bantamweight champion, and why he's picking Jake Paul to beat Ben Askren April 17.

Michael Chiesa (1:07:58) discusses the fallout of UFC 260, Ngannou's performance, what Stipe Miocic could've done differently, how Jon Jones has handled getting what he wants to challenge the new heavyweight champion, Vicente Luque's big win over Tyron Woodley, and more.

Finally, Laura Sanchez (1:29:53) previews her 2021 season for the PFL and her season opening matchup May 6 against Genah Fabian at PFL 3.

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On To the Next One: Matches To Make After UFC 260 Mar 28, 2021

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On the 37th episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday’s UFC 260 event at the APEX in Las Vegas.

Future matchups were discussed for the brand new UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou following his second-round KO victory, the now former champion Stipe Miocic, co-headliners Vicente Luque and Tyron Woodley, Sean O'Malley, Miranda Maverick, Jamie Mullarkey, and more.

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UFC 260 Post-Fight Show Mar 28, 2021

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With UFC 260 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon react to the top storylines from Saturday night’s event in Las Vegas, including the reaction to heavyweight championship main event between Stipe Miocic and Francis Ngannou.

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UFC 260 Preview Show Mar 26, 2021

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MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday’s UFC 260 pay-per-view event featuring Stipe Miocic vs. Francis Ngannou 2 for the heavyweight title.

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The A-Side Live Chat | Miocic vs. Ngannou 2, Derek Brunson and Kevin Holland’s futures, UFC 260, more Mar 26, 2021

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Some topics include the aftermath of Derek Brunson’s decisive win over Kevin Holland at UFC Vegas 22, the upcoming heavyweight championship rematch between Stipe Miocic and Francis Ngannou at UFC 260, Julija Stoliarenko’s frightening fainting spell at this past Friday’s weigh-ins, and more.

The three will also dig into the other storylines heading into Saturday’s pay-per-view.

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Between the Links: Stipe vs. Ngannou 2, Brunson vs. Holland Fallout, Miesha Tate's UFC Return Mar 26, 2021

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Mike Heck hosts the Between the Links matchup between Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee as they discuss Saturday's UFC 260 event and the heavyweight title rematch between Stipe Miocic and Francis Ngannou, the fallout of Derek Brunson's win over Kevin Holland at UFC Vegas 22, Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler set to crown a new lightweight champion at UFC 262 and how that shapes up the rest of the division, Miesha Tate returning to the UFC octagon in July, and more.

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Stipe Miocic On His UFC 260 Rematch Against Francis Ngannou and Future Fight with Jon Jones Mar 24, 2021

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UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic previews his upcoming rematch against Francis Ngannou at UFC 260, what he expects to be different this time around as well as addressing Jon Jones moving to the division as well as his legacy in the sport.

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What the Heck: Episode 51 | Josh Emmett, Leonard Garcia, Adrian Yanez & Manel Kape Mar 23, 2021

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This week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck chats with Adrian Yanez (11:44) following his impressive third-round KO victory over Gustavo Lopez at UFC Vegas 22 this past Saturday.

Josh Emmett (37:07) provides an update on his recovery from injuries suffered in his unanimous decision win over Shane Burgos in June and when he expects to return to the octagon.

Leonard Garcia (1:03:46) reflects on his career following his unanimous decision win over Joe Elmore in the main event of Friday night's BKFC 16 fight card and subsequently announcing his retirement from combat sports.

Finally, Manel Kape (1:36:32) reacts to his controversial split decision loss to Matheus Nicolau at UFC Vegas 21 earlier this month.

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UFC 260 Timeline: Stipe Miocic vs. Francis Ngannou 2 Mar 23, 2021

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Before UFC 260, hear how UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic and Francis Ngannou ended up again in an Octagon on Saturday night.

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On To the Next One: Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 22 Mar 21, 2021

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On the 36th episode of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday’s UFC Vegas 22 at the APEX.

Future matchups were discussed for headliners Derek Brunson—who picked up his fourth straight victory—and Kevin Holland, Max Griffin, Monsterrat Ruiz, Adrian Yanez, Tai Tuivasa, and more.

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