Morning Kombat

Latest Episodes:

GSP vs. Khabib? | State Of UFC's Lightweight Division | Calvin Kattar | Ep. 114 Feb 03, 2021

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MK is back and the boys aren breaking down the latest combat sports news and notes, including a report that UFC legend George St-Pierre is preparing to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov in an epic comeback bout (06:30). Plus, they dive into the state of the UFC's lightweight division. Charles Oliveira vs. Michael Chandler was almost booked for UFC 258. Is that the fight to make? And Dustin Porier feels disrespected, is a matchup vs. Nate Diaz next (23:00)? Also, Calvin Kattar's coach discusses the non-stoppage vs. Max Holloway (43:00) and PFL unveils their 2021 roster (51:50).

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UFC: Overeem vs. Volkov, Sandhagen vs. Edgar | Caleb Plant | Paige VanZant | Ep. 113 Feb 01, 2021

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Another week of MK gets started with episode 113 as the boys start to preview this weekend's upcoming MMA events, including a UFC fight night event with some great matchups. Luke and Brian look at the heavyweight matchup between Alistair Overeem and Alexander Volkov (6:15) & the co-main between Cory Sandhagen and Frankie Edgar in the bantamweight division (19:58). Plus, Caleb Plant thoroughly dominated Caleb Truax in a supper middleweight bout. What did we learn from the fight (32:08). Also, former UFC standout Paige VanZant makes her debut with bareknuckle boxing on Friday. What are our expectations for her (44:16)?

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Jake Paul Trains With Jorge Masvidal | Tito Ortiz | Caleb Plant | Ep. 112 Jan 29, 2021

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On episode 112 of MK, the boys talk about all the latest combat sports news. Luke and Brian discuss Jake Paul training with Jorge Masvidal ahead of his Ben Askren fight (6:50), Mario Yamasaki planning return to MMA (16:35), and Caleb Plant vs. Caleb Truax (51:40). Plus, Tito Ortiz could be removed as Huntington Beach City Council Mayor Pro Tem (16:35).

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UFC 257 Leftovers, Masvidal-Covington, McGregor Size Advantage | Luke Thomas' Live Chat, ep. 61 Jan 28, 2021

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On today's podcast, we'll go over all of the lingering issues from Conor McGregor's return against Dustin Poirier at UFC 257, the benefits of lifting weights and reading books, whether McGregor's success is due to having a size advantage, the prevalence of steroids in sports, whether UFC will make McGregor vs. Poirier III or something else next, Jon Jones at heavyweight, Yoel Romero suing a supplement company, Frank Mir's submission of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, Jorge Masvidal vs. Colby Covington and much more.

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Conor McGregor's Future, Paul vs. Askren, New UFC Middleweight Matchups | Ep. 111 Jan 27, 2021

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On the latest MK, Luke and Brian discuss Conor McGregor's future and debate whether he can make the necessary changes to compete at the highest level (07:48). Plus, they breakdown some newly announced Middleweight matchups, with Darren Till facing Marvin Vettori on April 10th and Robert Whittaker taking on Paulo Costa on April 17th (27:45). Also, Jake Paul is fighting Ben Askren (37:42), BJ Penn got arrested (47:47), and Joe Joyce will fight Oleksandr Usyk (55:10), which could mean good things for a potential Fury vs. Joshua fight.

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UFC 257: Poirier KOs McGregor, Chandler Impresses | Pacquiao vs. Garcia? | Ep. 110 Jan 25, 2021

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What a wild weekend of combat sports and MK is back to cover it all. The boys recap a crazy UFC 257 event that saw Dustin Poirier knockout Conor McGregor in round 2. What's next for both fighters (6:25)? Plus, former Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler impressed in his debut against Dan Hooker and Marina Rodriguez, Joanne Calderwood & Makhmud Muradov all picked up wins (46:00). Also, Manny Pacquiao is in talks to fight...Ryan Garcia??!?! What do we make of it (57:50).

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🚨 UFC 257 Instant Reaction: McGregor vs. Poirier 2 Results | Hooker vs. Chandler Jan 24, 2021

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At UFC 257, former UFC lightweight and featherweight champion Conor McGregor faced off with former interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier in the pay-per-view main event on Fight Island. Elsewhere on the card, former Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler made his UFC debut against Dan Hooker. Amanda Ribas faced off against Marina Rodriguez, Jessica Eye and Joanne Calderwood locked horns and Andrew Sanchez fought Makhmud Muradov.

On the preliminary fight card, Julianna Peña fought Sara McMann, Arman Tsarukyan faced Matt Frevola, Brad Tavares squared off against Antonio Carlos Junior and much more.

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Show notes

Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell are back for another episode of Room Service Diaries. Back at the bomb shelter to cover UFC 257 and Showtime Boxing the guys go tip-to-tip answering all your questions submitted through Apple Reviews.

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UFC 257 Preview: Weigh-In Reaction, Matchup Changes | Canelo | Mighty Mouse | Ep. 109 Jan 22, 2021

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Final MK before a loaded weekend of combat sports. Luke and Brian give their final predictions for the card, discuss some last minute matchup changes, and react to the weigh-in (07:00). Plus, they discuss Canelo signing a 2-fight deal with Matchroom and what we can expect (25:30). The guys also react to Demetrious Johnson & Eddie Alvarez being announced on the April 7th One card on TNT (31:55). Finally they discuss Dana White's Message to streamers (36:20) and preview Angelo Leo vs. Stephen Fulton Jr. on Showtime (39:40).

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Chiesa vs. Magny Reaction | UFC 257 Expert Picks with Rashad Evans | Ep. 108 Jan 20, 2021

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Different time, no Luke, same MK. Brian is joined by Rashad Evans as they react to the UFC fight island event that was headlined by Michael Chiesa taking on Neil Magny (4:30). Plus, they give their expert picks for this weekend's massive UFC 257 event with Conor McGregor taking on Dustin Poirier (42:20).

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