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On Episode 353 of MK, Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell recap a massive Bellator 285 event that saw Benson Henderson and Yoel Romero impress in their late careers. Plus, Shakur Stevenson dominates, whats next for him? could it be Gervonta Davis? If you support the show, please vote for Morning Kombat in the "Best MMA Programming" Category: https://www.worldmmaawards.com/nominees/ Get MORNING KOMBAT m...

On Episode 352 of MK, Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell do one final preview of Bellator 285. Plus, they react to Anderson Silva's quotes about Dana White and discuss Connor McGregor shooting down Floyd Mayweather's call for a rematch.  If you support the show, please vote for Morning Kombat in the "Best MMA Programming" Category: https://www.worldmmaawards.com/nominees/   Get MORNING KOMBAT merchand...

On Episode 351 of MK, Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell react to the news that Eddie Alvarez has split with ONE Championship. Plus, they preview Bellator 285 which sees the return to the ring of Benson Henderson and Yoel Romero. Also, Francis Ngannou speaks out and says the UFC hasn't offered him a contract. What's next in this saga? (00:00:00) - Intro (00:10:15) - Dana White Contender Series (00:26:...

Luke Thomas is back with Episode 28 of Morning Kombat Extra Credit to break down his three biggest takeaways from ADCC this past weekend. Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat   Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbell...

On Episode 350 of Morning Kombat Luke and Brian start the show by breaking down the news from Combate that Jose Aldo is retiring with once fight left on his deal. Is this the right move? Next up the guys break down Canelo Alvarez vs. Gennadiy Golovkin 3. Is Canelo vs. Bovil 2 a bad idea? The guys also break down UFC Vegas 60: Sandhagen vs. Song. What are their biggest takeaways from this fight? Wh...

Brian Campbell breaks down Canelo Alvarez's victory over Gennadiy Golovkin in their trilogy. How did BC score the fight? What are his thoughts on the scorecards? What is next for Canelo and GGG? Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.co...

Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell sit down former Bellator & UFC world title contender Chael Sonnen. Chael Previews Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva, Shares inside details of his UFC Career and much more! (1:00) - Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva Press Conference (5:20) - Adapting to Life After Fighting (8:40) - BKFC (11:40) - Seeing Himself in the New Breed of Fighters (12:40) - Anderson Silva vs. Jake...

On Episode 349 of Morning Kombat Luke and Brian kick off the show by previewing Canelo Alvarez vs. Gennadiy Golovkin 3. What are the keys to victory for each fighter? Next up they preview UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Song. What other fights should we be looking for on this card? Jose Aldo's coach has stated that he wants Aldo to retire. Is this the right move or does he have more left in the tan...

Brian Campbell is here to break down all things Canelo Alvarez vs. Gennadiy Golovkin 3. Why does this fight matter? What should we be looking out for? Plus keys to victory and predictions. You won't want to miss this preview! Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    For more Combat Sports cove...

On Episode 348 of Morning Kombat Luke and Brian kick off the show by discussing the biggest storylines heading into UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Song. Next up the boys discuss the biggest storylines of Canelo Alvarez vs. Gennadiy Golovkin 3. The guys also break down the news that Anthony Joshua's team has accepted the terms for a potential Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight in December. They cl...

On Episode 347 of Morning Kombat Luke and Brian are in Las Angeles for the Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva Press Conference. The guys react to the presser the cover all things UFC 279. Where does Nate Diaz go next? What are the guys thoughts of Tony at welterweight? What fights can you make for Khamzat Chimaev? The guys break it all down. As always the close Monday's episode with DM's from Donks and...

At UFC 279, Nate Diaz faces Tony Ferguson in a welterweight main event on ESPN+ pay-per-view. In the co-main event, Khamzat Chimaev faces off against Kevin Holland, also a welterweight contest. Daniel Rodriguez faces off against Li Jingliang, Irene Aldana fights Macy Chiasson and Johnny Walker vs. Ion Cutelaba opens the main card. We'll have UFC 279 results, reactions, analysis and more on this UF...

UFC 279 has some new fights and Luke Thomas is here to break them down. Luke breaks down Nate Diaz vs. Tony Ferguson, Khamzat Chimaev vs. Kevin Holland and Daniel Rodriguez vs. Li Jingliang. Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/Mo...

On Episode 346 of Morning Kombat Luke and Brian preview UFC 276. What does Khamzat Chimaev missing weight mean for the main event? The guys preview the full 279 card. The guys also break down a bunch of boxing fights this weekend. They close out the show with dead wrong and quick hitters. Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wher...

On Episode 345 of Morning Kombat Luke and Brian start off the show with a weekend recap. How was their labor day weekend? What are their biggest takeaways from the fights? Next up the guys preview Khamzat Chimaev vs. Nate Diaz. They discuss both guys recent interviews and what the biggest storylines are heading into this event. Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva is official, Did Jake bite off more than...

Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell sit down with Former Bellator featherweight Champion AJ McKee. AJ discusses his mental breakdown after his first loss, Previews his upcoming fight with Spike Carlyle and his move to lightweight. ( 3:50 ) - Mental Breakdown After Pitbull Loss ( 12:55 ) - Move to Lightweight ( 17:50 ) - Layoff between First and Second Pitbull Fight ( 19:30 ) - New Contract with Bellato...

At UFC 279, MMA anti-hero Nate Diaz makes his likely final fight in the UFC's Octagon when he takes on rising sensation Khamzat Chimaev in a welterweight pay-per-view main event. Diaz is as iconic a fighter mixed martial arts (MMA) and the UFC have, so if this is the final fight in a memorable career, it's worth looking back at the journey Nate Diaz took to get here. Intro 0:00 - 3:51 Manvel Gambu...

On Episode 344 of Morning Kombat Luke and Brian preview UFC Fight Night Gane vs. Tuivasa. What are the keys to victory for each fighter? Next up the guys preview a couple boxing matches this weekend. What should we be looking out for in Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Luis Ortiz? The guys close out the main topics with some quick hitters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnyst...

On Episode 343 of Morning Kombat Luke and Brian preview UFC Fight Night Gane vs. Tuivasa. What should we expect from the UFC's first trip to Paris? Next up the guys discuss the reports that Jake Paul will face Anderson Silva in a boxing match. The guys close out the show with a bunch of MMA quick hitters and fan subs. (00:10:00) - UFC Fight Night: Gane vs. Tuivasa (00:38:00) - Jake Paul vs. Anders...

On Episode 342 of Morning Kombat Luke and Brian are BACK in studio to recap on One on Prime Video's debut. Demetrious Johnson got revenge on Adriano Moraes in the main event. How impressive was the win? BKFC took place on Saturday with some familiar faces from MMA. John Dodson, looked especially good in beating fellow UFC vet Ryan Benoit. How high is his BKFC ceiling? Plus, the guys will be joined...

On Episode 341 of Morning Kombat Luke and Brian start off the show by previewing One on Prime Video 1. Next up the guys matchmake the welterweight division. What is the best way to matchmake this open division? The boys also break down some UFC Fight Announcements and look ahead to a weird weekend in boxing. The guys close out the show with Dead wrong and fill in the blank. Morning Kombat’ is avai...

One Episode 340 of Morning Kombat Luke Thomas is back from vacation to break down the latest news in the combat sports world. BC and Luke start off by recapping everything that Luke has missed. Next up the guys discuss the report that Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk will be a 50/50 split and will be at the venue that makes the most money. The boys close out the main topics with some MMA Fight announ...

Brian Campbell and Chuck Mindenhall sit down with Demetrious Johnson ahead of his rematch with Adriano Moraes. Mighty Mouse Previews his rematch with Adriano Moraes, Breaks down the GOAT conversation and talks working with Henry Cejudo. Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    For more Combat...

On Episode 339 of Morning Kombat, Brian is joined by Rashad Evans to recap a historic weekend in combat sports. First, they recap UFC 278, where Leon Edwards shocked the world and knocked out Kamaru Usman in the 5th round to become the new champ. Plus, Paulo Costa and Merab Dvalishvili scored wins. Plus, Alexander Usyk beat Anthony Joshua again. Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spot...