Over the Octagon

Joe Giannetti is a professional Mixed Martial Artist, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, TUF Veteran and now he steps into the Ring for his Professional Boxing Debut! February 21st Joe takes on Paul Lally at Fenway Park in Boston to fight on the Cage Titans Revolution Event. A long time friend of the Podcast joins us once again for some great conversation about his upcoming fight and much more!

UFC 325 Main Evented by Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes 2 happened last night on Paramount+.Volkanovski retains his Title! What did you think of the performance? Benoit St. Denis gets the finish over Dan Hooker, and now is set up for a HUGE Top 5 matchup! Mauricio Ruffy back with a huge KO Victory over Rafael Fiziev. Recently leaving The Fighting Nerds for City Kickboxing, What did you make...

Join us on Over The Octagon for an in-depth recap of UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett, the explosive event that kicked off 2026 with non-stop action! In this podcast episode, we break down all the highlights, controversies, and future implications from the card. From the main event where Justin Gaethje outlasted Paddy Pimblett in a grueling unanimous decision (48-47, 49-46, 49-46) to claim the interi...

Join us for an electrifying recap of UFC 323, the final pay-per-view event of 2025 that delivered shocking upsets and title changes! In the main event, Petr Yan turned back the clock with a masterful performance, outstriking and outgrappling bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili to reclaim the belt via unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 48-47). We break down how Yan avenged his previous loss and...

🔥 UFC 322: Makhachev vs Della Maddellana delivered NON-STOP ACTION from Madison Square Garden in New York City on November 15, 2025! Relive the chaos in this full event recap – from Islam Makhachev's DOMINANT performance to Carlos Prates VICIOUS KO over Leon Edwards! We break down EVERY fight, highlight the insane finishes, and reveal Performance of the Night bonuses. Don't miss exclusive...

UFC 321 RECAP - The Octagon exploded in Abu Dhabi with controversy and triumphs! In the main event, heavyweight champ Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane ends in a heartbreaking NO CONTEST after a brutal eye poke derails the fight—bad luck strikes again for Aspinall! But the co-main delivered pure fire: Mackenzie Dern dominates Virna Jandiroba via unanimous decision to snag the VACANT strawweight title—he...

Relive the electric energy of UFC Fight Night: Oliveira vs. Gamrot from October 10, 2025, at Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro! This stacked Brazilian card delivered non-stop action, heart-pounding knockouts, and moments that will go down in history. From rising stars claiming the Octagon to legends saying goodbye, we break it all down fight by fight.-Main Event Highlight: Charles Oliveira's Jaw...

UFC 320: Ankalaev vs Pereira 2 delivered NON-STOP ACTION from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on October 4, 2025! Relive the chaos in this full event recap – from Alex Pereira's BRUTAL revenge KO to Merab Dvalishvili's HISTORY-MAKING takedown spree. We break down EVERY fight, highlight the insane finishes, and reveal Performance of the Night bonuses. Don't miss exclusive breakdowns, post-f...

Get hyped for UFC 320: Ankalaev vs Pereira 2 LIVE from T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas on Oct 4, 2025! In this explosive episode of [Your Podcast Name], we break down the stacked PPV card – from the light heavyweight title rematch where champ Magomed Ankalaev faces knockout beast Alex "Poatan" Pereira (can Ankalaev’s grappling stop Poatan’s bombs?), to bantamweight champ Merab Dvalishvili defending his...

Undefeated Axel Pena (3-0) and Xavier Espinoza face off in the co-main event for a rematch at FTP Fight Night 11 on September 27th. In this exclusive interview, both fighters share their boxing journeys, reflect on their first matchup, and give their thoughts heading into this high-stakes second battle. Can Pena keep his undefeated streak alive? Or will Espinoza bounce back and even the rivalry? T...

Fan favorite Albert Gomez returns to the spotlight in the FTP Fight Night 11 main event on September 27th, where he’ll go head-to-head with Denaje Skipwith. In this exclusive pre-fight interview, Gomez opens up about his journey — from his early days grinding it out at Gomez Gym to the fighter he’s become today. It’s a story of discipline, heart, and the relentless drive to rise to the top.

The spotlight returns at FTP Fight Night 11: The Barrio #2, where Jon "Jet" Thomas puts his undefeated record on the line in a thrilling rematch against JC McBurrows at 189 lbs. With momentum on his side from their first encounter, Thomas looks to solidify his dominance and continue his meteoric rise in the fight world. A true testament to grit and perseverance, Thomas' journey began...

Dive into the epic UFC Noche 2025 main event recap: Diego Lopes vs Jean Silva! In a Fight of the Night thriller at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, #2 ranked featherweight Diego Lopes delivered a stunning second-round TKO victory over the undefeated streak of #10 Jean Silva via spinning back elbow and ground-and-pound at 4:48. This absolute brawl showcased non-stop action, blood, and h...

🔥 Relive the unforgettable UFC Paris 2025 at Accor Arena! Nassourdine Imavov edges out Caio Borralho in a thrilling unanimous decision, while Benoit Saint Denis submits Mauricio Ruffy in round two. 🥊 Axel Sola, Mason Jones, and Modestas Bukauskas score electrifying stoppages, and William Gomis secures a decision win. Get full fight outcomes, bonus highlights, and expert analysis! Plus, we previe...

In this episode, Joel and Paul return to break down everything you need to know heading into UFC Paris — from key matchups and predictions to what this card means for the divisions involved. They also recap the CJI Invitational , highlighting standout performances, big upsets, and what's next for the grappling scene. Plus, stick around for takes on recent MMA headlines, behind-the-scenes stori...

Relive the electrifying action of UFC Fight Night: Walker vs Zhang at Shanghai Indoor Stadium on August 23, 2025! 🥊 From jaw-dropping knockouts to intense submissions, this recap covers all the highlights, including YiZha’s first-round KO, Sumudaerji’s clean sweep, and Charles Johnson’s prospect-killing performance. Don’t miss exclusive post-fight reactions, fighter interviews, and key moments fr...

Dive into the ultimate UFC 319 recap from Chicago’s United Center! Watch Khamzat Chimaev dominate Dricus Du Plessis to claim the middleweight title in a wrestling masterclass. Witness jaw-dropping spinning elbow knockouts by Lerone Murphy and Carlos Prates , plus thrilling performances from Michael "Venom" Page and Tim Elliott . From prelim submissions to main card chaos, we cover every...

Get ready for UFC 319: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev, live from Chicago on August 16, 2025! In this in-depth breakdown, we dive into the explosive middleweight title clash between champion Dricus Du Plessis (23-2) and undefeated phenom Khamzat Chimaev (14-0). Plus, we analyze the stacked fight card, including the co-main event featuring Geoff Neal vs. Carlos Prates, and key matchups like Lerone Murphy vs...

Dive into our in-depth recap of UFC Abu Dhabi’s thrilling main event featuring Robert Whittaker vs. Reinier de Ridder! We break down the split decision war that saw "RDR" upset the former champ, key moments, and what’s next for both fighters. Don’t miss our analysis of the co-main event, Petr Yan vs. Marcus McGhee, and other standout fights from the Etihad Arena! Key Highlights: -Reinier...

Relive the thrilling UFC 318 main event where Max Holloway faced Dustin Poirier in an epic trilogy bout for the BMF title! Witness the unforgettable moments from Poirier’s emotional retirement fight in his hometown of New Orleans, including jaw-dropping highlights, post-fight reactions, and tributes to "The Diamond’s" legendary career. From Holloway’s unanimous decision victory to Poirie...

🔥 Dive into our explosive UFC 317 recap on the Over The Octagon Podcast! We break down Ilia Topuria’s devastating first-round KO of Charles Oliveira for the vacant lightweight title, Alexandre Pantoja’s thrilling submission win over Kai Kara-France, and all the jaw-dropping moments from International Fight Week at T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas. From Gregory Rodrigues’ knockout to Joshua Van’s rise, w...

This week Joel and Evan preview the upcoming UFC 317 International Fight Week. Will Ilia Topuria stamp his name in greatness or will Charles Oliveira define all odds. Pantoja looks to become the fighter with the most wins in the Flyweight Division. Buckle up and Get Weird. Don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe for all future MMA content.

In this in-depth interview, Eryk Anders reflects on the evolution of his MMA journey — from his transition out of college football to becoming a mainstay in the UFC's middleweight division. We talk about the mental and physical adjustments he's had to make over the years, how he's dealt with inconsistency in performance, and the challenge of staying sharp in a sport that doesn't sl...

🚨Join us for an exclusive podcast interview with UFC middleweight contender Andre Petroski as he gears up for his fight at UFC Atlanta! Petroski dives deep into his elite grappling background, sharing insights from his wrestling roots and black belt in BJJ. He discusses his bold callout of Bo Nickal, his thoughts on facing the wrestling phenom, and how he stacks up against top grapplers like Kham...

Join us for an in-depth interview with rising MMA star Eman Hardy as he gears up for his highly anticipated professional debut on June 14th! 🌟Eman is ready to make waves in the pro scene. In this exclusive conversation, Eman opens up about his journey from amateur success to the professional cage, his training camp, mindset, and what fans can expect from his debut fight. With a 6-2 amateur record...