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UFC Vegas 105 Preview Show: What are Josh Emmett and Lerone Murphy fighting for? Apr 04, 2025

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This Saturday, the UFC returns to the world’s mightiest APEX for UFC Vegas 105. In the main event, former interim featherweight title challenger Josh Emmett takes on Lerone Murphy in a battle of top 15 featherweights. Can Emmett keep his spot in the 145-pound title picture or will Murphy make the leap to the ranks of true contenders?

Ahead of this weekend’s fight card, #MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jed Meshew preview UFC Vegas 105 and the featherweight headliner. Additionally, they’ll weigh in on the co-main event between Pat Sabatini and Joanderson Brito, discuss which prospects have their interest this weekend, the best bright spots on the undercard, and more.

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BTL | UFC Breaking News, Brandon Moreno Shines At UFC Mexico, Emmett vs. Murphy, PFL Tourney Apr 03, 2025

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Dana White and the UFC dropped a bunch of news on Tuesday, including two title fights for UFC 316 — Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O'Malley 2, and Julianna Pena vs. Kayla Harrison — along with a new main event for UFC Kansas City between Ian Machado Garry and Carlos Prates. How does UFC 316 now stack up with the rest of the 2025 slate thus far?

On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to, and answers your questions about the big news of the week, and the potential ramifications of each. Additionally, topics may include Brandon Moreno's unanimous decision win over Steve Erceg, along with other notable moments from #UFCMexico this past weekend, UFC Vegas 105 headlined by Josh Emmett vs. Lerone Murphy, the PFL dealing with hurdles and speed bumps even before their World Tournament kicks off, and much more.

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No Bets Barred: Can Lerone Murphy Make The Jump to Contender Against Josh Emmett at UFC Vegas 105? Apr 02, 2025

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The UFC is heading back to the APEX.

This Saturday, the UFC returns home to the world’s mightiest APEX for UFC Vegas 105, headlined by a featherweight matchup between Josh Emmett and Lerone Murphy. It’s not the best card ever but nevertheless, No Bets Barred is here to break it all down.

This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by the Action Network’s Billy Ward to discuss the fallout from UFC Mexico and their respective journeys with The Climb. Then it’s on to UFC Vegas 105, where the boys discuss whether Murphy can make the leap to contender status against Emmett, what underdogs are worth a play this week, who are the best options if you’re doing your own Climb on Saturday, and more.

Tune in for episode 123 of No Bets Barred.

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Reaction | Dana White Announces UFC 316 Title Fights, Including Dvalishvili vs. O'Malley 2. Apr 02, 2025

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UFC CEO DanaWhite just announced the main and co-main events for UFC 316 in Newark, as Merab Dvalishvili defends the bantamweight title against Sean O'Malley in a rematch, while Julianna Pena defends her 135-pound title against Kayla Harrison in the co-main event. Following the breaking news, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react.

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Fighter vs. Writer: Matt Brown Reacts to Conor McGregor Passing on Comeback Fight and Cain Velasquez Sentencing Apr 01, 2025

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On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the latest with Conor McGregor after he passed on a comeback fight as he focuses on his run to become President of Ireland but does this really seal the deal that he’s done with his competitive career? Plus we discuss Cain Velasquez’s sentencing and the expectations for Patricio Pitbull making his UFC debut against Yair Rodriguez plus more.

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On To the Next One: Matches to make after UFC Mexico Mar 30, 2025

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Make it two straight wins for two-time flyweight champion Brandon Moreno following a competitive decision victory over Steve Erceg in the UFC Mexico main event. Is it time for Moreno to be booked for another title fight or should other contenders at 125 pounds get a date with Alexandre Pantoja first?

On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss whether it makes sense for Moreno to return to the title picture especially with UFC 320 announced for Sept. 13 in Mexico. Additionally, future matchups are discussed for non-stop action lightweight Manuel Torres after he scored the biggest win of his career over Drew Dober, 20-year-old Raul Rosas Jr. as he continues his impressive win streak, plus main card standouts Edgar Chairez, David Martinez, and Kevin Borjas.

All that, plus a spectacular set of matchup suggestions from you, the listeners.

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UFC Mexico Post-Fight Show | Reaction To Brandon Moreno Breaking Hometown Curse In Main Event Mar 30, 2025

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Brandon Moreno got the job done on Saturday night, and left his hometown crowd smiling and cheering after UFC Mexico. After breaking his UFC curse in Mexico City, will his victory over Steve Erceg get him a championship opportunity in his next fight?

Following Saturday’s UFC Fight Night event, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to Moreno’s victory, discuss what it gains him in the short term, along with Erceg’s performance in his third straight defeat. Additionally, they discuss Manuel Torres’ devastating stoppage win over Drew Dober in the co-main event, referee Mike Beltran allowing the fight to go on much longer than most wanted it to, Raul Rosas Jr. getting a win over Vince Morales, other standout performances from the main card and prelims, and much more.

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UFC Mexico Preview Show: How far is Brandon Moreno from a title shot with a win over Steve Erceg? Mar 28, 2025

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The UFC returns to Arenda CDMX this Saturday for UFC Mexico! In the main event, former two-time champion takes on former title challenger Steve Erceg in a pivotal flyweight matchup. Where does the winner of this fight go in a stacked 125-pound division division?

Ahead of this weekend’s fight card, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee preview UFC Mexico and the flyweight headliner and discuss what’s at stake in this main event. Additionally, they’ll weigh in on the co-main event between Manuel Torres and Drew Dober, the featured bout between Kelvin Gastelum and Joe Pyfer, the best bright spots on the undercard, which prospects to keep your eye on, answer viewer questions, and more.

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BTL | Cain Velasquez Sentenced, Jones vs. Aspinall Latest, Gambling Suspensions, UFC Mexico City Mar 27, 2025

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Former UFC heavyweight champion found out his legal fate earlier this week as he was sentenced to five years — minus time served — after pleading no-contest stemming from his arrest in February 2022. Now that the sentenced has been handed out, was a it small win all things considered?

On an all-new edition of Between the Links, the panel reacts to Velasquez's sentence, whether it was a win or loss, and if it does anything to his legacy overall. Additionally, they'll discuss the latest updates on Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall — from both UFC CEO Dana White and Aspinall — Sean Brady delivering a lopsided performance against Leon Edwards at UFC London, where both fighters go, Jeff Molina and Darrick Minner getting multi-year suspensions for infractions stemming from the James Krause gambling scandal, Saturday's UFC Mexico City card, and much more.

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No Bets Barred: Can Brandon Moreno Insert Himself Into Title Contention By Beating Steve Erceg At UFC Mexico? Mar 26, 2025

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The UFC is heading back to Mexico!

On Saturday, the UFC returns to the CDMX Arena for UFC Mexico City, headlined by a flyweight clash between former champion Brandon Moreno and former title challenger Steve Erceg. Given the state of the flyweight division, this matchup has possible title implications and No Bets Barred is back to break it all down.

This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to dive into all things UFC Mexico City. Topics discussed include whether Erceg can stop his losing streak, Kelvin Gastelum's chances at pulling off the big upset against Joe Pyfer, which big prospects to back this week, the latest update on The Climb, and more.

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