Eric Lopez

Going Rounds Podcast

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Big E discusses combat sports and all things fighting. MMA being in the forefront, topics will vary widely through all combat sports.

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Oct 30, 2026

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EP301 🔥 VETERAN vs. RISING STAR! Gamrot and Salkilld Collide in the Main Event at UFC Vegas 120 07.08.2026

The lightweight division gets a fascinating clash as battle-tested contender Mateusz Gamrot welcomes surging Australian prospect Quillan Salkilld to his biggest fight yet. Can Gamrot's relentless wrestling and experience shut down the hype train, or is Salkilld ready to announce himself as the UFC's next lightweight contender? Who are you backing in the main event? Mateusz Gamrot or Quilla...

EP300 💥 30 SECONDS OF CHAOS! Uros Medic DESTROYS Daniel Rodriguez | UFC Belgrade Recap 03.08.2026

UFC Belgrade delivered one of the fastest finishes of the year as hometown favorite Uroš Medić needed just 30 seconds to knock out veteran Daniel Rodriguez in front of a roaring Serbian crowd! 🇷🇸In this recap, we break down the main event, the biggest moments from the card, standout performances, shocking finishes, and what this statement victory means for Medić's future in the UFC welterweigh...

EP298 REDEMPTION vs. HOMETOWN GLORY! D Rod Returns to Face Medić in Belgrade | PFL MVP MMA Merge? 31.07.2026

The UFC heads to Belgrade, Serbia for a historic Fight Night, and the stakes couldn't be higher. Uroš Medić gets the biggest opportunity of his career as he headlines in front of a passionate home crowd, looking to turn a dream night into a statement victory. Standing across from him is veteran Daniel "D-Rod" Rodriguez, who is determined to prove he still belongs among the UFC's...

EP297 ANKALAEV SURVIVES THE BOOS! Round 5 TKO Over Guskov | UFC Abu Dhabi Recap 27.07.2026

Magomed Ankalaev leaves Abu Dhabi with another victory, but it wasn't without controversy. After a slow-paced main event that had the crowd voicing its frustration, Ankalaev turned up the pressure late, overwhelming Bogdan Guskov to earn a fifth-round TKO and remind everyone why he's one of the UFC's elite light heavyweights. In this episode of the Going Rounds Podcast, we break down t...

EP295 🚨 DDP DOMINATES! Du Plessis BATTERS Kamaru Usman Over 5 Rounds | UFC Oklahoma City Recap 20.07.2026

Dricus Du Plessis delivered one of the most dominant performances of his career, shutting down former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman over five grueling rounds in the main event of UFC Oklahoma City. Was this the statement win that puts DDP right back in the middleweight title picture? Who impressed you the most at UFC Oklahoma City? Is Dricus Du Plessis next in line for another title shot, or...

EP294 👑 Former Champions. One Last Run. Du Plessis vs Usman Headlines UFC Oklahoma City 17.07.2026

Two former UFC champions. One massive opportunity. Dricus Du Plessis and Kamaru Usman meet in a high-stakes middleweight main event as UFC heads to Oklahoma City. For Du Plessis, it's a chance to prove he still belongs at the top of the division and put himself back in the title conversation. For Usman, it's a fresh start at 185 pounds and an opportunity to chase history as a two-division...

EP293 👀McGregor's Dream Return Becomes a Nightmare! Holloway Wins After Freak Injury at UFC 329 13.07.2026

Conor McGregor's long-awaited return to the Octagon didn't go the way anyone expected. After years away from the UFC, McGregor stepped back into the cage against Max Holloway in one of the biggest fights of the year. Fans anticipated a five-round war between two legends, but the fight took a shocking turn just seconds into Round 1 when a freak injury brought McGregor's comeback to a he...

EP292 UFC 329 LIVE! Conor McGregor x Max Holloway | Benoit Saint-Denis x Paddy Pimblett | Live Reacts 13.07.2026

Conor McGregor is back... but can he still compete with one of the greatest featherweights in UFC history? At UFC 329, Conor McGregor returns to the Octagon to face Max Holloway in a fight that could redefine both men's legacies. For McGregor, it's a chance to prove he still belongs among the elite after years away from consistent competition. For Holloway, it's an opportunity to spoil...

EP291 🚨 McGregor vs Holloway: Legacy on the Line at UFC 329 | Who Leaves With Everything? 12.07.2026

Conor McGregor is back... but can he still compete with one of the greatest featherweights in UFC history? At UFC 329, Conor McGregor returns to the Octagon to face Max Holloway in a fight that could redefine both men's legacies. For McGregor, it's a chance to prove he still belongs among the elite after years away from consistent competition. For Holloway, it's an opportunity to spoil...

EP290 Conor McGregor's Last Shot? Can He Beat Max Holloway... or Will "Blessed" Spoil the Comeback? 06.07.2026

Conor McGregor could be on the verge of the biggest comeback in UFC history... but standing across from him is one of the toughest tests imaginable: Max Holloway. Can "The Notorious" turn back the clock and prove he still belongs among the elite? Or will "Blessed" use his relentless pace, iron chin, and championship experience to spoil the comeback before it ever gets started?...

EP289 Throwback Thursday: Old Fighter Pics, New Rankings Discussion & Hat Tour 03.07.2026

Throw it back with The GRP Throwback Thursday! This episode is packed with MMA nostalgia, current UFC discussion, and a look at my hat collection. First, we're putting your MMA knowledge to the test with old photos of some of the biggest names in UFC history. Can you identify these fighters that I took pics with? Some are easy, while others might have even longtime fans second-guessing themsel...

EP288 🔥RAFAEL FIZIEV STUNS BAKU! Spinning Wheel Kick KO Ends Manuel Torres' Hype Train 29.06.2026

UFC Baku delivered one of the most memorable finishes of the year as hometown favorite Rafael Fiziev reminded everyone why he's one of the most dangerous strikers in the lightweight division! Fighting in front of a roaring crowd in Azerbaijan, Fiziev snapped his recent skid with a spectacular second-round spinning wheel kick that stunned Manuel Torres before finishing the job with follow-up pu...

EP 287 🔴UFC Baku LIVE!! | Rafael Fiziev vs Manuel Torres | LIVE Stream Reactions 27.06.2026

Rafael Fiziev returns home to headline the UFC's first-ever event in Baku, Azerbaijan, but standing across the Octagon is one of the lightweight division's fastest-rising finishers. Manuel Torres has been tearing through opponents, and a win over Fiziev could launch him into the Top 15 conversation.👍 Like, Subscribe & Turn on Notifications for more UFC breakdowns🥊 New episodes twice...

EP286 HOMECOMING OR HEARTBREAK? Fiziev Defends Baku Against Surging Manuel Torres | UFC Baku 26.06.2026

Rafael Fiziev returns home to headline the UFC's first-ever event in Baku, Azerbaijan, but standing across the Octagon is one of the lightweight division's fastest-rising finishers. Manuel Torres has been tearing through opponents, and a win over Fiziev could launch him into the Top 15 conversation. In this episode of the Going Rounds Podcast, we break down the main event, key matchups acr...

EP285 🚨 NO JUDGES NEEDED! UFC Vegas 119 Delivers a Main Card Finish FEST | Full Recap 22.06.2026

The judges barely had time to get comfortable at UFC Vegas 119 because the main card delivered nothing but finishes! In this episode of the Going Rounds Podcast, we break down all the biggest moments from an action-packed night at the UFC Apex, headlined by Manel Kape's stunning comeback knockout over Kyoji Horiguchi. We also discuss Navajo Stirling's statement-making performance against I...

EP284 Conor McGregor's Return Gets Real | Kape vs Horiguchi Headlines UFC Vegas 119 19.06.2026

Conor McGregor's long-awaited UFC return is finally coming into focus, and we're breaking down everything you need to know. From the latest updates surrounding McGregor's comeback to the biggest storylines shaping the UFC's future, this episode covers it all. We'll also preview UFC Vegas 119, headlined by a high-stakes flyweight rematch between Manel Kape and Kyoji Horiguchi. C...

EP282 UFC Freedom 250 LIVE!!! | Topuria vs Geathje | Pereira vs Gane | History Will Be Made! 16.06.2026

The UFC is aiming for history with UFC Freedom 250, a one-of-a-kind event set against the backdrop of the White House. From championship implications to potential Fight of the Year contenders, this card is packed with some of the biggest names in mixed martial arts. Will Topuria continue his rise as one of the sport's biggest stars? Can Gaethje once again shock the MMA world? And which fighter...

EP283 👀 NOBODY SAW THIS COMING! Gaethje Stuns Topuria at Historic White House Event! 16.06.2026

In front of a historic crowd at the White House, Gaethje shocked the MMA world by defeating the previously undefeated Ilia Topuria in the main event of UFC Freedom 250. The unforgettable night also featured massive performances throughout the card, including Ciryl Gane's heavyweight showdown with Alex Pereira and several fights that could reshape multiple divisions. In this episode of the Goin...

EP281 🚨 HISTORY IN THE MAKING! UFC Freedom 250 White House Supercard Preview | 2 Title Fights! 12.06.2026

The UFC is aiming for history with UFC Freedom 250, a one-of-a-kind event set against the backdrop of the White House. From championship implications to potential Fight of the Year contenders, this card is packed with some of the biggest names in mixed martial arts. In the main event, Ilia Topuria puts his momentum and superstar status on the line against the always-dangerous Justin Gaethje. Plus,...

EP280 🚨 Contender Alert! Gabriel Bonfim DOMINATES Former Champion Belal Muhammad | UFC Vegas 118 08.06.2026

Gabriel Bonfim may have just announced himself as a legitimate threat in the UFC welterweight division. In the main event of UFC Vegas 118, Bonfim delivered the biggest win of his career, dominating former UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad across five rounds and earning a unanimous decision victory. What does this performance mean for Bonfim's future, and where does Belal go from here a...

EP279 🔥 Experience vs Momentum | Belal Muhammad and Gabriel Bonfim Collide at UFC Vegas 118 05.06.2026

Former UFC Welterweight Champion Belal Muhammad returns to the Octagon looking to remind everyone why he sat atop the division, but standing across from him is one of the sport's fastest-rising contenders in Gabriel Bonfim. Can Belal's championship experience neutralize Bonfim's momentum and finishing ability? Or is this the moment Gabriel Bonfim announces himself as a legitimate title...

EP278 STATEMENT MADE! 🚨 Song Yadong SUBMITS Figueiredo | UFC Macau Recap & Reactions 01.06.2026

Song Yadong delivered the biggest win of his career in front of a home crowd at UFC Macau, submitting former UFC flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo in the main event. We break down the key moments from the fight, what the victory means for Song's bantamweight title hopes, and where both fighters go from here. We'll also recap the entire UFC Macau card, covering the biggest performances...

EP277 FORMER CHAMP vs HOMETOWN STAR 👀 UFC Macau: Song Yadong vs Figueiredo 29.05.2026

Former champion Deiveson Figueiredo heads to enemy territory as China’s biggest bantamweight star Song Yadong looks to make a statement in front of a home crowd at UFC Macau. We break down the main event, key matchups, striking advantages, grappling threats, and what this fight means for the bantamweight title picture. Song has speed, power, and momentum, but Figueiredo’s experience and finishing...

EP 276 CHAOS, COMEBACKS & LEGENDS 👀 MVP MMA DELIVERS | UFC Vegas 117 Recap 18.05.2026

The fight world gave us EVERYTHING this weekend. From the long-awaited clash between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano on the MVP MMA card to the high-stakes action at UFC Vegas 117 headlined by Arnold Allen vs Melquizael Costa, we’re breaking down all the biggest moments, finishes, controversies, and standout performances from an absolutely chaotic weekend in combat sports. We cover:• Rousey vs Carano...

EP275 MVP MMA on Netflix LIVE!!: Rousey vs Carano 👀 It's Finally Time | Diaz vs Perry | Live Reacts 17.05.2026

A potential legendary showdown between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano under the MVP MMA banner, will the matchup still have fans talking years later, or will it be a fluke? Live Reactions to the main card fights!👍 Like, Subscribe & Turn on Notifications for more UFC breakdowns🥊 New episodes twice a week 📢 Join the fight conversation in the live chat or in the comments below afterProudly Spons...

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