State of Combat with Brian Campbell

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07/23 MMA: Alvarez, Poirier trade barbs; new Bellator Grand Prix Jul 23, 2018

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Brian Campbell and Muhammed "King Mo" Lawal host a super-sized episode featuring a detailed breakdown of Bellator's welterweight Grand Prix tournament, including interviews with CEO Scott Coker, two-time champion Douglas Lima and rising star Michael "Venom" Page. The guys also preview Saturday's loaded UFC Calgary card and chat with a trash-talking Eddie Alvarez and Dustin Poirier about their controversial first meeting. In addition, Jeremy Stephens stops by to talk Jose Aldo and why people shouldn't laugh about his infamous interaction with Conor McGregor.

07/18 WWE: Extreme Rules fallout, Hogan, Lesnar and Rousey Jul 18, 2018

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Now on a path to SummerSlam in Brooklyn, has WWE set itself up for success or more of the same tired booking? Brian Campbell and Adam Silverstein explore that this week by discussing the fallout from Extreme Rules, including how the show was booked and what should be expected with Brock Lesnar's next match now scheduled (8:25). Elsewhere in the Main Event, the guys break down WWE's decision to reinstate Hulk Hogan into its hall of fame (38:55) and the opening weekend of NJPW G1 Climax 28 (47:30). Up next is Hero or Zero (1:08:00) where BC and The Silver King tackle Ronda Rousey's storyline, the Sasha Banks-Bayley angle and whether the Daniel Bryan-Miz feud is finally kicking into high gear.

07/17 Boxing: Grading Pacquiao, visions of Mayweather-Pacquiao 2 Jul 17, 2018

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Brian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew recap Manny Pacquiao?s comeback win and ponder whether a rematch with Floyd Mayweather is actually the most logical next move for all parties. The guys also break down the announcement of Anthony Joshua?s Sept. 22 title defense against Alexander Povetkin and preview Saturday?s Oleksandr Usyk-Murat Gassiev cruiserweight unification bout in the World Boxing Super Series final.

07/11 WWE: Lesnar's absence; Extreme Rules, G1 Climax previews Jul 11, 2018

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Summer is here and ITC is heating up with WWE SummerSlam a month away and NJPW G1 Climax 28 on the horizon. Brian Campbell and Adam Silverstein kick off this week's episode with an extended look at Brock Lesnar's surprise appearance at UFC 226 and what it means for his future both in the Octagon and the squared circle (7:55). The guys then discuss the reformation of Team Hell No and what it means for Daniel Bryan (32:00) before debating the merits of the latest G1 Special in USA (39:07). Up next, BC and The Silver King preview both NJPW G1 Climax 28 (1:15:00) and the WWE Extreme Rules pay-per-view (1:23:05). Plus, who are professional wrestling's MVPs over the first half of 2018?

07/10 Boxing: Pacquiao preview, Garcia and Lopez interviews Jul 10, 2018

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Brian Campbell chats with lightweight champion Mikey Garcia on his July 28 unification bout against Robert Easter Jr. on Showtime and his desire to test himself against Errol Spence Jr. and Vasili Lomachenko. Rafe Bartholomew stops by to preview Saturday?s fights including the return of Manny Pacquiao against Lucas Matthysse. Plus, brash and unbeaten lightweight prospect Teofimo Lopez shares why he says he?s ready to take over the sport.

07/09 MMA: Cormier's greatness, Lesnar's future, UFC's dilemma Jul 09, 2018

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Brian Campbell welcomes Muhammed "King Mo" Lawal to recap UFC 226, including a historic victory from Daniel Cormier and the pro wrestling feel of Brock Lesnar's return. The guys also call UFC to task for its decision not to punish Conor McGregor and the preferential treatment given to certain fighters. Plus, a preview of this weekend's UFC Boise and Bellator MMA cards and further discussion whether Chuck Liddell-Tito Ortiz III should even take place.

07/03 WWE: Bret Hart talks his career, Owen Hart, SummerSlam Jul 03, 2018

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In a special episode, Brian Campbell sits down for an extensive interview with Bret "The Hitman" Hart that covers the former WWF champion's career, controversies, his late brother Owen Hart and the five-star SummerSlam '94 match that was the culmination of their rivalry. Adam Silverstein joins to discuss the Hart interview and dig deeper into that steel cage match as part of PPV Rewind. BC and The Silver King then cover a frustrating edition of Raw and wonder whether Daniel Bryan made a good point about WWE's long-term booking struggles in Hero or Zero before answering some DM slides to wrap up the show.

07/02 MMA: Daniel Cormier previews UFC 226 Jul 02, 2018

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Brian Campbell chats with light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier ahead of Saturday's UFC 226 superfight against Stipe Miocic. DC talks about his legacy, has harsh words for Jon Jones and explains whether he would be willing to fight teammate Cain Velasquez should he win the UFC heavyweight title. Muhammed "King Mo" Lawal stops by to preview UFC 226 at length, including a featherweight title bout between Max Holloway and Brian Ortega. The guys also tackle the latest news from Bellator MMA's new streaming deal with DAZN to the legacies of recently retired former champions Rashad Evans and Johny Hendricks.

06/27 WWE: Raising some Raw issues, Sasha Banks joins us Jun 27, 2018

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It's Boss Time on ITC as Sasha Banks spices up the show by discussing whether she is being utilized properly by WWE before opening up on what she thinks about Ronda Rousey (1:16:30). The end of Raw on Monday night provided a jolt to the start of this week's show as Brian Campbell and Adam Silverstein wonder what exactly is going on with Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins and Brock Lesnar (6:25). The guys then discuss the surprise reunion of Team Hell No and whether this is the proper way to use Daniel Bryan (28:38). Before closing out the Main Event, BC and The Silver King break down the latest U.K. Tournament and their expectations for NXT UK (41:15). Up next is Hero or Zero (59:15) -- topics include the Raw women's division and some interesting comments made by Kenny Omega -- before the show closes with your next PPV Rewind assignment and the guys' weekly Feel Spots.

06/20 WWE: Getting back on track, Chavo Guerrero Jr. joins us Jun 20, 2018

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Ahead of the season two premiere of G.L.O.W., the legendary Chavo Guerrero Jr. stops by to discuss his role in the Netflix show, playing Kerwin White and his late, great uncle Eddie (1:38:55). Brian Campbell and Adam Silverstein open this week's program with a tribute to Leon White, the man known as Vader who died Monday at age 63, before discussing the overwhelming success of NXT TakeOver: Chicago, whether it was better than the New Orleans show a few months ago and what's to come from the brand (10:15). The guys also look at whether the last few days of WWE programming, highlighted by the tremendous booking of Ronda Rousey, has saved the main roster as it goes full-steam ahead to SummerSlam (46:30). BC and The Silver King also look at more fallout from Money in the Bank and the newly released lineup for NJPW G1 Climax 28 this summer (1:12:15). The guys then hammer out a lightning round of Hero or Zero (1:22:55) before wrapping everything up with their Feel Spots for the week.

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