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Nate Diaz asked for his release from the UFC over the weekend on social media, but he likely won't get what he wants. What does that mean for the popular fighter? That topic is discussed on this Thursday edition of Heck of a Morning with MMA Fighting's Mike Heck. In addition, Al Iaquinta (25:00) calls in to give his thoughts on open scoring in MMA — which led to a lot of discussion — your question...

UFC flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo explains why he’s asking Dana White to book his next title defense against Kai-Kara Franca instead of Brandon Moreno, and why he’s planning on training with fellow UFC titleholder Charles Oliveira. Retired fighter Bethe Correia reveals there is no chance she ever returns to MMA, but could make the jump to boxing or bare-knuckle boxing. Deiveson Figueiredo...

Did we see a trio of future UFC champions emerge in March? How high can Tom Aspinall, Kai Kara-France and Manon Fiorot go in their respective divisions? And has the legendary Demetrious Johnson really fallen out of the pound-for-pound rankings? The MMA Fighting Rankings Show returns after a busy March to debate the biggest winners and losers of the past four weeks, map out what’s ahead for the UFC...

On the debut episode of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck discusses the impact of Curtis Blaydes' big win in the main event of UFC Columbus on the heavyweight division and what future bookings could look like, then takes your calls about a number of topics, including the future of Khamzat Chimaev, Nate Diaz's current contract situation, Sean Strickland vs. Alex Pereira at UFC 277, and mo...

One-time UFC title challenger Anthony Smith returns to co-host episode 29 of The Fighter vs. The Writer as he discusses the latest happening with his career including possible matchups against either Magomed Ankalaev or Paul Craig. Smith will also react to the recent altercation where Jorge Masvidal allegedly attacked Colby Covington outside a Miami restaurant with the UFC’s only “BMF” champion la...

Curtis Blaydes called for an interim title fight against either Stipe Miocic or Ciryl Gane following his knockout win over Chris Daukaus in the main event of UFC Columbus. While his resumé would warrant that opportunity, will he get his wish? On an all-new edition of On To the Next One, that question is discussed, along with who "Razor" could face in his next octagon appearance. In addition, futur...

Curtis Blaydes changed a few narratives with his ferocious knockout of Chris Daukaus in the main event of UFC Columbus. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee, and E. Casey Leydon react to Blaydes' big win, callout, and impact it may have in the heavyweight title picture, Alexa Grasso's first submission win over Joanne Wood in the co-main event, Kai Kara-France's upset win over Askar Askarov,...

Curtis Blaydes finds himself in an interesting spot in the heavyweight division heading into Saturday. With Francis Ngannou having surgery, along with Stipe Miocic, Jon Jones, Tai Tuivasa, Tom Aspinall, and Ciryl Gane in the championship picture, will a win for Blaydes over Chris Daukaus in the main event of UFC Columbus move him any closer to a title opportunity? MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Alexand...

Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington’s rivalry boiled over this week with an alleged attack in Miami Beach, Fla., which led to Masvidal being arrested and charged.  This week on Between the Links, the panel will discuss the allegations against Masvidal and the reactions from fighters and fans, the fallout of a memorable UFC London event — including Tom Aspinall and Arnold Allen’s coming out parties,...

MMA Fighting's Mike Heck brings you the story of PFL lightweight Olena Koleznyk, and how Russia's invasion of her country Ukraine turned her world upside down. In this mini-documentary, Koleznyk shares her journey from Kyiv to Las Vegas, the help she received along the way, how close she was to going back to join the army before a conversation with her family took that option off the table, fighti...

Uma semana após receber Gilbert Durinho, o Trocação Franca agora conversa com o brasileiro que treina o bicho-papão Khamzat Chimaev. Faixa-preta de jiu-jitsu, Alan Finfou analisa o duelo do UFC 273 e avisa: Chimaev não tem medo do chão de Durinho, e pode finalizar. Finfou lembra o início da carreira de Chimaev, a parceria com Darren Till e possíveis treinos com Conor McGregor, e muito mais. O podc...

Jorge Masvidal's rivalry with Colby Covington has allegedly boiled over into the streets following Covington's unanimous decision win over Masvidal earlier this month at UFC 272. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the news of an alleged incident involving the two rivals, the police report MMA Fighting obtained, whether or not the UFC could use this alleged moment in time to promote a...

On episode 28 of The Fighter vs. The Writer, Paige VanZant joins the show to detail how she ended up signing with All Elite Wrestling and her plans for a long career in professional wrestling. VanZant will also discuss her plans to continue fighting in bare-knuckle competition for BKFC and how leaving the UFC was ultimately one of the best moves she could have possibly made for her career. Also on...

Colby Covington says he would fight Jorge Masvidal again, but he doesn't suggest it for his welterweight foe. Covington discusses the fallout of his win over Masvidal at UFC 272, the fight week build, his callout of Dustin Poirier, Chael Sonnen's suggestion that he should fight Israel Adesanya for the UFC middleweight title, the death of wrestler Scott Hall, and more with MMA Fighting's Mike Heck....

Was Tom Aspinall's callout of Tai Tuivasa the correct choice following an impressive showing in his first UFC main event in the promotion's return to the U.K. for the first time in three years? The question will be answered this week on a brand new edition of On To the Next One with MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee after Aspinall submitted Alexander Volkov in the first round to cap of...

Following star-making performances from Tom Aspinall and Arnold Allen to close out Saturday's incredible UFC London event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee, and Jed Meshew react to the promotion's return to the U.K., Paddy Pimblett's submission win, Molly McCann and Ilia Topuria's KO of the Year nominees, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoun...

UFC London will feature a heavyweight main event between Alexander Volkov and Tom Aspinall, Arnold Allen vs. Dan Hooker, the return of Paddy Pimblett, and more this Saturday. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, and Alexander K. Lee preview the UFC's return to the U.K. for the first time in three years. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow José Youngs: @JoseYoungs Follow Alexander K. Lee: @Alex...

Who had the better weekend — the UFC, Bellator, or Eagle FC? That question will be discussed this week on a special roundtable edition of Between the Links. In addition, the panel will discuss Magomed Ankalaev's win over Thiago Santos in the main event of UFC Vegas 50 and if it was enough to earn him a title shot, Song Yadong's ceiling in the UFC bantamweight division after his first-round KO of M...

This week on We Got Next, Pearl Gonzalez (6:41) joins the program to discuss her fighting future, diving into a broadcasting career, what she would do if she saw Britain Hart on the street, if she would return to BKFC, Amanda Serrano headlining MSG, who Jake Paul should actually fight in the UFC, and gives context to her Tweet about the MMA media. UFC middleweight Eryk Anders (58:14) shares the go...

Gilbert Burns x Khamzat Chimaev foi finalmente anunciado pelo UFC, e o niteroiense volta ao Trocação Franca para comentar a luta que ninguém mais queria topar. No bate-papo, Durinho analisa o jogo de Chimaev e revela que contratou dois russos em “sigilo” para treinar antes do UFC 273. O lutador explica, entre outros assuntos, por que gostaria de enfrentar Colby Covington na próxima rodada. O podca...

UFC welterweight Matt Brown returns to episode 27 of The Fighter vs. The Writer to discuss his upcoming return in Columbus against Bryan Barberena while also debating the prospects fighters from the UFC have if they actually crossover to face boxing’s best. Could Kamaru Usman give ‘Canelo’ Alvarez problems? Does Francis Ngannou have a shot against Tyson Fury? Brown will give his thoughts as both a...

How do you book Magomed Ankalaev following his eighth straight win over Thiago Santos in the main event of UFC Vegas 50 — a performance that has not been looked at in a positive manner? On this week's edition of On To the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee discuss what could be next for Ankalaev following his five-round decision win over Santos inside the APEX. In addtion, fut...

Magomed Ankalaev picked up his eighth straight victory in the main event of UFC Vegas 50 on Saturday night, but did his overall performance push him further back in the UFC's light heavyweight championship conversation? MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Jed Meshew, and E. Casey Leydon discuss that topic, along with Song Yadong's statement win over former title challenger Marlon Moraes in the co-main event...

Thiago Santos will look to get himself back into title contention on Saturday, but to do so, he’ll have to stop the surge of Magomed Ankalaev in the main event of UFC Vegas 50. The UFC light heavyweight matchup tops an exciting lineup of bouts, and MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, and Alexander K. Lee get you ready for the event, discuss the stakes in the Santos vs. Ankalaev headliner, the c...

Colby Covington earned a lot of bragging rights after a dominant win over Jorge Masvidal in the main event of UFC 272 this past Saturday. Will that be the last time these rivals cross paths? This week on Between the Links, the panel will discuss the aftermath of Covington’s win and where he goes, along with Masvidal’s path coming off of his third consecutive loss, the shining and breakout stars of...