State of Combat with Brian Campbell

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Canelo sues DAZN, Golden Boy; Did Herring quit? Sep 09, 2020

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Brian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew provide instant analysis to the bombshell dropped in California federal court by Canelo Alvarez to the tune of $280 million against DAZN and Golden Boy Promotions for breach of contract. The guys debate the potential fallout and look at who is right and wrong based on the 24-page complaint. Plus, an emotional reaction to Jamel Herring's title defense and whether he gave up against Jonathan Oquendo knowing he was ahead on the scorecards.

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Overeem still a threat at 40, Nick Diaz eyes return, Bellator preview Sep 09, 2020

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Brian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans break down the latest news in MMA including Alistair Overeem keeping his title hopes alive with a brutal stoppage of Augusto Sakai. The guys debate whether Nick Diaz can be effective in his UFC return at age 37 despite a five-year layoff. Plus, a preview of weekend action including Michelle Waterson-Angela Hill in the UFC and a pair of Bellator cards highlighted by Lyoto Machida-Phil Davis II.

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'State of Combat' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

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Canelo vs. DAZN, Charlos set for PPV debut, Ramirez edges Postol (9/2) Sep 02, 2020

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Brian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew break down the latest headlines in boxing including the standoff between Canelo Alvarez and the streaming app DAZN over his next purse which could lead to the Mexican star taking all of 2020 off. What's the future for boxing on DAZN? The guys also react to three weeks out from the Showtime PPV featuring both Charlo twins and decide whether each are entering the toughest test of their respective careers. Plus, a recap of Jose Ramirez's close decision win over Viktor Postol and what that means for future fights against Josh Taylor and Terence Crawford.

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Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @Rafeboogs, @stateofcombat

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Free agent Brock Lesnar's fighting future; big setbacks for Anthony Smith, Robbie Lawler Sep 01, 2020

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Brian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans react to the news of Brock Lesnar becoming a free agent from WWE and whether that leads to a possible MMA return. The guys speculate which promotion would make the most sense for the former UFC heavyweight champion and what fun fights could await him. Plus, a detailed breakdown of UFC Fight Night including Aleksandar Rakic's dominance of Anthony Smith and Robbie Lawler's flat performance in a loss to Neil Magny. Should Lawler retire for good? What is Smith's next move? The guys also look ahead to Saturday's UFC main event as heavyweights Alistair Overeem and Augusto Sakai face off.

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'State of Combat' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @SugaRashadEvans, @stateofcombat

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Bonus interviews: Ramirez, Postol, Roach and Garcia preview 140-pound title bout Aug 28, 2020

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Brian Campbell chats with unified junior welterweight champion Jose Ramirez and his opponent on Saturday, former champion Viktor Postol, about their preparations ahead of this title bout. Plus, legendary trainers Freddie Roach and Robert Garcia look at the soap opera angle of Ramirez facing off against his ex-coach and also look react to some of the biggest headlines in the sport entering this Top Rank attraction. Would Garcia make a comeback to face Oscar De La Hoya? Would he ever let his fighters -- including Mikey Garcia and Vergil Ortiz Jr. -- fight each other?

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'State of Combat' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @Rafeboogs, @stateofcombat

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Jeff Horn dethroned, Povetkin shakes up heavyweight, Sergio is back! Aug 26, 2020

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Brian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew provide instant analysis to the mid-week Australian boxing Super Bowl that was Tim Tszyu's knockout of Jeff Horn. Should "The Hornet" call it quits? Is Tszyu ready for the global elites? The guys also recap a wild weekend featuring Alexander Povetkin's comeback KO of Dillian Whyte, Sergio Martinez's resounding comeback win and Joe Smith Jr.'s conquest of Eleider Alvarez. Also, a look ahead at the weekend to come as Jose Ramirez defends junior middleweight titles against Viktor Postol.

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'State of Combat' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @Rafeboogs, @stateofcombat

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CBS Sports Presents: 'Fantasy Football Today in 5' podcast Aug 26, 2020

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Fantasy Football Today in 5, the fastest way to keep up with fantasy football, debuts on Monday, August 31. Download and subscribe now to get the first episode in your feed as soon as it is released!

Want Fantasy advice, news and analysis fast? Fantasy Football Today in 5 will get you caught up on what you need to know to win your league in just 5 minutes every weekday morning. Join host Adam Aizer and a rotating cast of analysts including Jamey Eisenberg, Dave Richard, Heath Cummings and Ben Gretch as they guide you to a Fantasy championship. The FFT crew will filter through the news cycle and deliver what matters most from a Fantasy perspective so you can make your start/sit moves, Waiver Wire transactions and trades before breakfast.

Vintage Frankie Edgar, UFC's light heavyweight future, how Khabib becomes the GOAT Aug 25, 2020

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Brian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer "Suga" Rashad Evans break down the latest news in MMA including Frankie Edgar's upset win in his bantamweight debut over Pedro Munhoz and Vadim Nemkov's dismantling of Bellator light heavyweight champion Ryan Bader. The guys also look at the future of the UFC's 205-pound division in the aftermath of Jon Jones' exit and react to comments from Khabib Nurmagomedov's coach about how wins against Justin Gaethje and Georges St.-Pierre to close out his career could make "The Eagle" the greatest of all-time.

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'State of Combat' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @SugaRashadEvans, @stateofcombat

Canelo cuts Benavidez in WBC line, Clay Collard talks 'Rocky' story from UFC to Top Rank (8/19) Aug 20, 2020

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Brian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew recap the weekend that was in boxing, including David Benavidez losing his super middleweight title on the scale and the WBC ordering Canelo Alvarez to fight for the vacant title. The guys also preview a loaded weekend of fights from Dillian Whyte-Alexander Povetkin and Shawn Porter's PBC return to Aleider Alvarez-Joe Smith Jr. and Sergio Martinez's retirement comeback. Also, Top Rank middleweight Clay Collard relives his wild transition from UFC castoff to upset-minded boxing middleweight entering his return.

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'State of Combat' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @Rafeboogs, @stateofcombat

For more boxing coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/boxing/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/

Jon Jones moves to Heavyweight, Stipe is king, DC walks away (8/18) Aug 18, 2020

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Brian Campbell and UFC Hall of Famer "Suga" Rashad Evans address the fallout of Stipe Miocic's victory over Daniel Cormier in their trilogy bout at UFC 252 including Jon Jones' decision to vacate his 205-pound title and move up in weight. Should UFC book Miocic against Jones or top-contender Francis Ngannou in a rematch? How will Cormier's legacy be affected by two losses to each of his biggest rivals? The guys also react to rumors of Anthony "Rumble" Johnson's return to light heavyweight and whether the division is simply waiting for Dominick Reyes to become its new king. Plus, a weekend preview of Ryan Bader's Bellator return and Frankie Edgar-Pedro Munhoz at UFC Fight Night.

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'State of Combat' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @SugaRashadEvans, @stateofcombat

For more MMA coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/mma/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/

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