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Bando's Breakdowns

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Host Zain Bando gives you his unfiltered hot takes from the world of sports from his own unique perspective Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ben Johnson signs with Bears verifying Ohio State's No. 1 ranking | BB Ep 34 - 1/22/2025 22.01.2025 42:54

On this episode of Bando Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on Ohio State winning a national title against Notre Dame, recapping UFC 311, NFC/AFC Championship picks, and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Best of Bando's Breakdowns Pt 2 (August - December) 25.12.2024 49:24

On this episode of Bando's Breakdowns join Zain as he discusses the best moments from August - December of 2024! Happy Holidays! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Best of Bando's Breakdowns Pt 1 (April - July) 12/18/2024 18.12.2024 37:00

On this episode of Bandos Breakdonws join Zain as he discusses the best moments from April - July of 2024! Happy Holidays! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bill Belichick deems Bears season over entering Week 15 | Bandos Breakdowns Ep 33 11.12.2024 37:11

On this episode of Bando Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on UFC 310 recap, Bears vs. Vikings preview, College Football Playoff outlook and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Flag-planting leads to UFC 310 brawl | Bandos Breakdowns Ep 32 - 12/4/2024 04.12.2024 51:44

On this episode of Bandos Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on UFC 310 preview, Bears vs. 49ers preview, College Football Games to preview and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jake Paul fails to retain New York Jets' Joe Douglas | Bando Breakdowns Ep 31 20.11.2024 40:48

On this episode of Bando Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on UFC 309 recap, Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson recap, Bears-Vikings preview and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jake Paul laughs at Chicago Bears benching Mike Tyson | Bando Breakdowns Ep 30 - 11/13/2024 13.11.2024 32:35

On this episode of Bando Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on Bears offensive coordinator Shane Waldron fired, per Adam Schefter, Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson preview, UFC 309 preview and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Franklin ruins hope of Bears making playoffs | BB Ep 29 - 11/6/2024 06.11.2024 47:06

On this episode of Bando Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on UFC Edmonton recap, Bears v Patriots preview, Big Ten Championship projections and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Illinois fails 2-point conversion in Yankees collapse | Bando Breakdowns Ep 28 - 10/30/2024 30.10.2024 49:38

On this episode of Bando Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on UFC 308 recap, Bears v Cardinals preview, World Series thoughts and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Illinois plays Game 1of World Series after beating Michigan | Bando's Breakdowns Ep 27 - 10/23/2024 23.10.2024 40:29

On this episode of Bando Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on UFC Vegas 99 recap, Bears v Commanders preview, World Series thoughts and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Francis Ngannou travels to America for Illinois-Michigan | Bando Breakdowns Ep 26 - 10/17/2024 17.10.2024 48:33

On this episode of Bando Breakdowns Zain talks the latest on, UFC Vegas 98 recap, Bears beat Jags, Illinois v Michigan preview and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bret Bielema lands in London ahead of UFC Vegas 98 | Bandos Breakdowns Ep 25 - 10/9/2024 09.10.2024 37:22

On this episode of Bandos Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on UFC 307 recap & UFC Vegas 98 preview, Illinois-Purdue & Bears-Jags preview, MLB postseason so far and so much more! , Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Caleb Williams attends UFC 307 | Bando Breakdowns Ep 24 - 10/2/2024 02.10.2024 36:34

On this episode of Bandos Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest about UFC Paris recap, UFC 307 preview, NFL Week 5 preview and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daniel Dubois sends Illinois to 4-0 start with KO of AJ | Bando's Breakdowns Ep 23 - 9/25/2024 25.09.2024 40:12

On this episode of Bando Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on “Woj” retires from NBA/ESPN reporting, Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois recap, NFL Week 4 preview and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump believes Deion Sanders will fail Colorado | BB Ep 22 - 9/18/2024 18.09.2024 41:00

On this episode of Bandos Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on, Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic official for UFC 309 at MSG, Canelo-Berlanga recap, Bears lose to Texans and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NFL sends Illinois football team to UFC 306 | Bando Breakdowns Ep21 - 9/11/2024 11.09.2024 50:15

On this episode of Bando Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on Canelo vs. Berlanga preview, UFC 306 preview, Bears vs Texans preview and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian Kelly ruins Caleb Williams' Week 1 hype | Bando's Breakdowns Ep. 20 06.09.2024 57:01

On this episode of Bando's Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on Jon Jones pound-for-pound debate, Bears-Titans preview, and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EXCLUSIVE: Ban-Versation with UFC Fight Pass Personality Nick Kalikas | Bando's Breakdowns Ep. 19 28.08.2024 50:23

Welcome to Episode 19 of Bando's Breakdowns with Zain Bando! Presented by Playback This week, Zain sits down for an episode-long Ban-versation with UFC Fight Pass personality Nick Kaliakas. Zain and Nick will discuss how Nick got into the roles he's in now, betting plays that he likes for UFC 306, Nick's feelings on if Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler will ever happen, and more! Hosted on Acast...

Caleb Williams rises as Israel Adesanya falls | Bando's Breakdowns Ep 18 - 8/21/2024 21.08.2024 51:55

On this episode of Bandos Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on UFC 305 recap, TUF Finale preview, CFB Week 0 Outlook and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Belal Muhammad attends Team USA win against France | Bando's Breakdowns Ep 17 - 8/13/2024 13.08.2024 36:49

On this episode of Bandos Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on Belal Muhammad victory parade and rally, Team USA wins Gold in hoops, UFC APEX under construction from November-June 2025 and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Terence Crawford extends Team USA Olympic hoops run | Bando's Breakdowns Ep 16 - 8/7/2024 07.08.2024 54:52

On this episode of Bando's Breakdowns, Zain talks the latest on Terrence Crawford v Canelo Alvarez book it? Team USA basketball semifinal results, Pro Football HOF and PFL Nashville recaps and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Muhammad Mokaev, Caleb Williams cancel each other | Bando's Breakdowns Ep 15 - 7/31/2024 31.07.2024 55:02

On this episode of Bando's Breakdown, Zain and Grant talks the latest on UFC 304 recap, Team USA results, Bears vs. Texans, and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jake Paul ends Team USA uncertainty | Bando's Breakdowns Ep 14 - 7/24/2024 24.07.2024 44:03

On this episode of Bando's Breakdown, Zain talks the latest on Olympic Games Paris 2024, NFL 2024 Preseason schedule, Thom Brennaman, and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jake Paul and Jon Jones learn from Copa America | Bando's Breakdowns Ep 13 - 7/17/2024 17.07.2024 47:02

On this episode of Bandos Breakdown, Zain talks the latest on Madness at Copa America Final, Paul vs. Perry preview, McGregor/Chandler tweets: Are we closer to a date? and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Bowman bans Ryan Garcia from McGregor vs. Chandler | Bando's Breakdown Ep 12 - 7/10/2024 10.07.2024 52:16

On this episode of Bandos Breakdown, Zain talks the latest on NASCAR Chicago results, Recap Diaz-Masvidal 2, DeMar DeRozan traded from Bulls and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.