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What's Next at 205, Oliveira's Path to the Title, and the DUMBEST Idea Ever! Jan 24, 2023

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With much to discuss in the aftermath of UFC 283 and the lead-up to UFC 284, Chael talks about the following on today's episode:

Jamahal Hill's inspiring road to becoming UFC light heavyweight champion (00:43)
Chael's unlikely pick for who Hill should fight in his first title defense (9:18)
Some mysterious details surrounding Jiri Prochazka's shoulder injury that Chael can't wrap his mind around (17:58)
The lightweight title picture and how Charles Oliveira can get himself back into it (27:09)
Tyson Fury's ridiculous idea for a boxing fight with Francis Ngannou (35:03)

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UFC 283 Live Stream Reaction! Jan 22, 2023

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Seconds after the end of UFC 283, Chael takes to his YouTube channel to offer instant reaction to a great night of fights. In this special episode, Chael talks about Glover Teixeira's unique career coming to an end, if Alex Pereira will move up to light heavyweight to avenge the loss of his mentor, the Brazilian fans, what's next for Gilbert Burns, Chael's favorite fighter, and much more, including questions from fans!

Poking Holes in Ngannou's Demands, Jon Jones The Narcissist, and Glover's Road to UFC 283 Jan 20, 2023

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In one of the best episodes of the program to date, Chael discusses:

His reaction to Ariel Helwani's Tuesday interview with former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou (00:44)
Another mishandled situation by Chael's old friend, Jon Jones (23:08)
The booking of Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili ... in March! (33:32)
Why Chael isn't buying that Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury will actually happen (38:50)
Glover Teixeira's unlikely journey to tomorrow's title fight with Jamahal Hill at UFC 283 (1:03:54)

Plus, Chael explains why Francis Ngannou's demands to the UFC were out of line and why Ngannou will never find the "freedom" he's looking for (46:18).

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Francis Ngannou Leaves UFC and Vacates Title. Now What? Plus, Jones vs. Gane and Stipe Speaks! Jan 17, 2023

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It's UFC 283 week! But this episode is all about the news that rocked the MMA world this weekend. Today, Chael dives into:

Francis Ngannou's shocking decision to leave the UFC and his heavyweight title behind (00:56)
What Ngannou might do next (13:36)
The booking of Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane for the UFC 285 main event in March, as well as Stipe Miocic breaking his silence to call dibs on the winner (24:19)
His frustration with Paddy Pimblett following the announcement of Justin Gaethje vs. Rafael Fiziev for the London card (31:51)
Why Sean Strickland deserves more credit for his main event performance this past weekend (48:03)

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Khabib To Leave MMA, the Chimaev Photo, and Free Shipping for Benny! Jan 10, 2023

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It's officially fight week again! On today's episode, Chael discusses:

Reports that Khabib Nurmagomedov is set to leave MMA for good so that he can spend more time with his family (00:37)
Why Chael believes Daniel Cormier is wrong to claim that Alexander Volkanovski defeating Islam Makhachev next month would be the biggest upset in MMA history (9:19)
Dustin Poirier's comeback for Beneil Dariush, who said that Poirier should consider retiring if The Diamond continues to duck rising contenders (19:10)
The photo of Khamzat Chimaev that broke the Internet this weekend (26:16)

And more!

Jake Paul to PFL, Does Nate Diaz Await? Plus, The Scariest Fighter in MMA History Jan 06, 2023

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In a big week of MMA news, Chael discusses:

PFL's signing of Jake Paul and how the YouTube star might fare in an MMA fight with free agent Nate Diaz (00:44)
The re-booking of Shavkat Rakhmonov and Geoff Neal (18:38)
Why Belal Muhammad is to be feared in the UFC's welterweight division (23:53)
Betting lines for a potential future fight between Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones (31:38)

Plus, Chael gives you his pick for the most intimidating fighter in MMA history (39:34).

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Kamaru Usman's Injury, Advice for Masvidal, and Gordon Ryan to MMA? Jan 03, 2023

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In the first episode of 2023, Chael discusses:

If BJJ king Gordon Ryan should make the transition to MMA (00:45)
Kamaru Usman's hand injury and what it means for his hopes of getting a welterweight title rematch in March (18:11)
How Jorge Masvidal can revive his career (24:49)
Silence at the top of the heavyweight division (35:15)

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An Interview With Dillon Danis. Plus, Where Does Kevin Lee Fit Into All of This? Dec 30, 2022

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In the final episode of another stellar year for the podcast, Chael discusses:

Kevin Lee wanting to fight Shavkat Rakhmonov (00:38)
How can we make Alex Pereira vs. Khamzat Chimaev happen? (7:10)
Chito Vera's recent comments about weight cutting and why he considers it to be "cheating" (17:33)
The glory days of Pride FC and how they compare to the UFC (27:14)

Plus, Dillon Danis stops by to talk about his upcoming boxing fight with KSI, his beef with Ariel Helwani, the UFC 229 melee, if/when he'll return to MMA, and more (36:04).

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Vera vs. Sandhagen Gets Booked, UFC 284 Stakes, and Chimaev's Next Move Dec 27, 2022

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On today's episode, Chael discusses:

The announcement of Marlon Vera vs. Cory Sandhagen and what this means for the bantamweight title picture (00:37)
Whether the MMA world should be shocked if Alexander Volkanovski dethrones Islam Makhachev in February (9:02)
Why Khamzat Chimaev needs to choose a weight class and stick to it (18:52)
One of Chael's new favorite middleweight fighters, as well as whether Alex Pereira vs. Israel Adesanya 2 is truly the right title fight to make at 185 (28:16)

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Whittaker v. Costa Falls Through, Jon Anik on MMA Judging, and a 2022 Review Dec 23, 2022

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In one of the final episodes of 2022, Chael discusses:

The best comeback by a fighter during a fight this year (12:25)
Jon Anik's strong thoughts on the current state of MMA judging (23:28)
Paulo Costa's comments this week following the cancellation of his UFC 284 bout with Robert Whittaker (34:06)
Sean O'Malley's new approach to training (43:16)
Latest thoughts on if/when we will see Conor McGregor vs. Nate Diaz for the third time (51:23)

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