State of Combat with Brian Campbell

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03/29 WWE: Roman Reigns, AJ Styles stop by; 'Mania main event? Mar 29, 2018

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The Big Dog and The Champ that Runs the Camp join ITC for a special WrestleMania 34 main event episode. Roman Reigns (1:00:38) and current WWE champion AJ Styles (1:12:03) sit down with Brian Campbell and co-host Adam Silverstein to talk to the pressures of being in the WWE spotlight and the lead-up to 'Mania while offering vastly different takes on current universal champion Brock Lensar. Reigns also dives into his match one year ago with The Undertaker, while Styles opens up about what it's like to work with Shinsuke Nakamura. BC and The Silver King open the show with an extensive discussion about the three major storylines leading into 'Mania and which should main event the "Showcase of the Immortals" (6:10). The guys also break down a hot Strong Style Evolved show from New Japan Pro-Wrestling (29:55); debate the merits of some of WWE's other top 'Mania storylines in Hero or Zero (42:10); answer your DM slides (54:06); and close things out with their weekly Feel Spots (1:31:52).

03/27 WWE: Mauro Ranallo, Triple H stop by for an NXT takeover Mar 27, 2018

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In a special episode, NXT stages a hostile takeover of the ITC as Paul "Triple H" Levesque and Mauro Ranallo join the show to discuss their extensive careers and the rocket-like ascension of what is quickly becoming WWE's third brand. Brian Campbell and co-host Adam Silverstein kick things off by looking the state of NXT entering its TakeOver: New Orleans show. The guys then answer some of your NXT-centric DM slides before welcoming their first guest. In a rare interview, Ranallo discusses his transition from SmackDown Live, why NXT is such a perfect fit and which current superstar reminds him of the "Macho Man" Randy Savage (24:26). Levesque then discusses the rise of NXT, its impact on the WrestleMania 34 card and what's behind 205 Live's turn for the better (54:26). All of this and more in a special edition of ITC you do not want to miss!

03/26 Boxing: Joshua-Parker preview, Leonard Ellerbe interview Mar 26, 2018

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Brian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew preview Saturday's heavyweight championship unification fight on Showtime between Anthony Joshua and Joseph Parker. The guys also break down the chances that Canelo Alvarez's temporary suspension for a pair of failed drug tests forces a cancellation of his May 5 rematch against Gennady Golovkin. In addition, Mayweather Promotions CEO Leonard Ellerbe shares why he thinks Gervonta "Tank" Davis will be the biggest star in the sport, whether Floyd Mayweather's UFC talk is for real and more.

03/21 WWE: Daniel Bryan cleared, Roman Reigns confusion Mar 21, 2018

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The underjuice was overflowing this week as WWE shockingly announced that Daniel Bryan has been medically cleared for in-ring action. Brian Campbell and co-host Adam Silverstein look at Bryan's return from every angle in an extended first half of the Main Event (4:25). The guys then take a closer look at the long-anticipated Ultimate Deletion between Matt Hardy and Bray Wyatt (33:27) as well as the return of Brock Lesnar and a confusing storyline involving Roman Reigns on Monday night (49:45). Up next, BC and The Silver King go head-to-head during Hero or Zero (58:20) where topics include the latest in the John Cena-Undertaker angle, Ronda Rousey being in Dallas but not live on Raw, Carmella's failed cash-in attempt, Braun Strowman's WrestleMania 34 storyline and the addition of Mark Henry to the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2018. Feel Spots close the show (1:13:53) while a plethora of DM slides are sprinkled throughout this unique edition of In This Corner.

03/20 Boxing: A case for Canelo? Mar 20, 2018

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Brian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew recap the latest news in boxing, including whether Canelo Alvarez presented a believable case for his failed drug test ahead of the May 5 rematch against Gennady Golovkin. The guys decipher Floyd Mayweather's comments about training for UFC, ponder whether Jeff Horn has gone too far in questioning Terence Crawford's heart and provide a state of the union at 140 pounds after Jose Ramirez's breakthrough victory. Plus, a fresh batch of "What's it look like?" including Deontay Wilder-Joe Frazier and Danny Jacobs-Jermall Charlo.

03/14 WWE: Raw's WrestleMania plans, state of SmackDown Mar 15, 2018

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With Fastlane in the rear-view mirror, WWE's Road to WrestleMania 34 is full speed ahead. Brian Campbell and co-host Adam Silverstein kick off the show with John Cena's opening salvo in challenging The Undertaker (5:45), debating whether this match is worth a carton of Milk of Marknesia being spilled. The Main Event continues with a look at Roman Reigns' kayfabe suspension (22:40) and an extensive discussion about the Fastlane pay-per-view (32:25) and whether the Road Dogg is right that a couple hot segments have otherwise made up for an oft-criticized last few months of SmackDown (42:10). Up next is Hero or Zero (51:00) where BC and The Silver King talk Braun Strowman's tag team title pursuit, whether Charlotte Flair vs. Asuka is a ?dream match,? the Alexa Bliss-Nia Jax rivalry, Kenny Omega's big reveal and the surprise decision involving Fabulous Moolah. The guys wrap things up by answering your DM slides (1:17:30) on Shinsuke Nakamura and Ronda Rousey before squeezing the last drops of underjuice out by teasing what's to come on ITC over the next few weeks.

03/13 MMA: Stipe Miocic Interview Mar 13, 2018

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Brian Campbell welcomes UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic to chat about overcoming critics entering UFC 220, his July 7 superfight with Daniel Cormier and whether UFC finally appreciates what they have in him. In addition, Muhammed "King Mo" Lawal stops by to break down the odds of a Georges St-Pierre-Conor McGregor fight, Brian Ortega's chances at UFC gold and the controversy surrounding Bellator's signing of MMA legend Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic. Plus, how UFC should promote CM Punk, Anthony Joshua-Deontay Wilder heavyweight boxing talk and the latest on Ronda Rousey in WWE.

03/07 WWE: Raw's long 'Mania road, Fastlane preview, All-In Mar 07, 2018

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WWE Fastlane may be approaching this Sunday, but Brian Campbell and co-host Adam Silverstein have pushed it to the backseat of this week's show so they can concentrate on the Raw build to WrestleMania 34 (5:00). The guys dig into the latest developments with Ronda Rousey, whether Paul Heyman's promo lived up to his exceedingly high standards, the intercontinental title feud and whether WWE is succeeding or failing with its other major women's angles entering the year's biggest show. BC and The Silver King then tackle Hero or Zero (36:15) where topics include the "Greatest Royal Rumble" in Saudi Arabia, developments in the Woken Universe, a major announcement for All-In, Chris Jericho's potential misdirection and rumors about Alberto Del Rio potentially returning to WWE. Up next is a closer look at SmackDown during the complete Fastlane preview (57:50) followed by a bunch of your DM slides (1:15:15), including specifics on ITC's official plans for WrestleMania 34. We also tell you where you can find our Feel Spots this week.

03/05 Boxing: Deontay Wilder's win, heavyweight division's future Mar 05, 2018

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Brian Campbell and Rafe Bartholomew break down Deontay Wilder's thrilling knockout of Luis Ortiz and answer the hard-hitting questions facing the heavyweight division. What is the blueprint to beat Wilder? When is the right time to make Wilder-Anthony Joshua? Is Tyson Fury the only one capable of spoiling the party? Plus, unbeaten heavyweight Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller grades Wilder's performance, talks about trying to ambush his postfight interview and updates rumors that he's in line to face Joshua this summer.

02/28 WWE: Reigns' booking, Lesnar's value, Rousey's ceiling Feb 28, 2018

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WrestleMania season is upon us, and though SmackDown still has a pay-per-view remaining, Raw is in full swing towards the biggest show of the year. Brian Campbell and co-host Adam Silverstein take an optimistic but critical look at the end of Elimination Chamber and Roman Reigns' big promo on Raw (9:27). BC then tries to talk some sense into Adam about Brock Lesnar's role in WWE (21:00) before The Silver King's waxes poetic about his belief in Ronda Rousey and her high ceiling with the company (31:10). The guys wrap up The Main Event wondering about John Cena's actual 'Mania plans (37:50). Next up is Hero or Zero (43:42) where topics include the Raw women's division, Seth Rollins' rebirth, NXT's road to Takeover: New Orleans, and Braun Strowman's plans at WrestleMania 34. The guys then end the show up by letting you Slide Into Their DMs (57:20) before tag teaming an important Feel Spot.

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