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Ep.123 The Green Corner and Meghan Williams

"The fight is won or lost far away from witnesses -- behind the lines, in the gym, and out there on the road, long before you dance under the lights." You have to start somewhere, there's always a beginning and a price to pay. Rook, newbie, green ...... they all mean the same. A lack of experience ..... but not a lack of effort or hard work. In the first of our new Green Corner Series, which will feature amateur fighters or early stage pros, we talked with Meghan Williams, an amateur mma fighter from Pittsburgh, as she talked about putting in that work and learning the ropes of the fight game. Meghan is a BJJ Blue Belt out of Stout Training/Team Renzo Gracie Pittsburgh and also trains Muay Thai under Will Morrill. July 27th, she will test herself again in an atomweight fight at 247 Fighting Championships Brawl In The Burgh and looks to leave the cage with a statement victory and propel her into the beginning of her pro mma career. MMA FanCast's Jim and Luke have the rest of the story for you. Listen in to get the scoop.

 

 

 

Ep.122 Dana White's Contender Series, Red vs Blue and Stephen "The Predator" Regman

The Red vs. Blue Series train rolled into New Jersey looking to find another killer. Dana White's Contender Series for Week 3 was a smash hit and all winners were awarded contracts for dominant "killer" performances. Dana says he's looking for killers. MMA FanCast's Jim and Luke think there's at least one of those for Week 4 in Stephen Regman. Nicknamed "The Predator" ..... how could you not be. And fighting out of Killer B Combat Sports, well, it all seems to be a good fit. Regman will tell you it's his time to prove just that. A well seasoned mma veteran who knows how to get the job done and keep his eye on the prize, The Predator will lay it on the line in the main event for Week 4. On a four fight winning streak ...... with all victories by way of KO/TKO ..... and knowing what the MMA FanCast crew likes to see in the cage ...... well, we're just glad to be on the outside looking in. And if you click the link, you can listen in.

Ep.121 Dana White's Contender Series, Red vs Blue and Lance "The Tornado" Lawrence

The train known as Dana White's Tuesday Night Contender Series keeps rolling along. Forecasted for Week 4 is in the main event is a tornado. Lance "The Tornado" Lawrence, that is. In another edition of our Contender Series, Red vs Blue, MMA FanCast's Jim and Luke had a chat with Lance as he preps for a chance to earn a UFC contract. Many in the fight game will tell you that 'records are made for DJs'. And Lawrence echoes that same sentiment, albeit, with a perfect 5-0 record, saying he's felt the sting and anguish that comes with losing, having been down that road in BJJ and grappling tournaments. But for The Tornado, Week 4's opportunity isn't just about adding another win, but advancing on the path he believes that leads to a UFC contract and beyond. Listen in to hear what keeps him motivated.

Ep.120 UFC 239 Recap and Look Ahead

Dana White loves the finish. He got plenty of that, and in spectacular fashion, with UFC 239. Jon Jones had his hands full with Thiago Santos and won by split decision, but he's still making the case for best fighter to ever enter the UFC octagon. Amanda Nunes is making things difficult for matchmakers and finding someone who can pose a significant challenge, having ko'd her opponent, Holly Holm, to successfully defend her belt. And Jorge Masvidal made a strong case for a title shot with the fastest ever, record setting, 5-second knockout of Ben Askren. Is Jon Jones really a changed man? Did Amanda Nunes establish herself as the women's all-time champ and pound-for-pound queen? And is it time for Luke Rockhold to hang up the gloves? MMA FanCast's Jim and Luke cover all this and more in this episode. Listen in for the rest of the coverage.

Ep.119 Dana White's Contender Series, Red vs Blue and Joe Solecki

The Red vs Blue train made another stop ..... this time in Las Vegas. MMA FanCast's Jim and Luke caught up with Joe Solecki just 48 hours before his main event clash in Week 3 of Dana White's Tuesday Night Contender Series. Solecki goes where the work is, which has meant, up to this point, traveling up and down the east coast to hone his craft and prove his worth inside the mma cage. Fighting out of Salty Dog Jiu Jitsu in North Carolina, he will tell you, for him, the road well traveled will lead to Vegas and a UFC contract. Listen in to get more from this road warrior.

Ep.118 UFC 239 Preview, Predictions & The Lock

UFC 239 features two title fights and each champ is a big favorite. But we all know that anything can happen in MMA. Holly Holms has proven she can fight the perfect fight .... as a big underdog .... and take home the belt. Thiago Santos is getting his first shot at a title and enters the main event as a huge underdog as well. His opponent, Jon Jones, is one of the best to ever step inside the octagon, regardless of weight class. Likewise, Amanda Nunes is approaching that category. But can Holly have two perfect fights in her career? Is there anything less than perfect for her that would get the job done? Santos has explosive power and patience. But he's at a disadvantage in size, skill and big stage experience. So .... how does Santos walk out of the cage with the belt? And Jorge Masvidal vs Ben Askren is not a snoozer fight either. MMA FanCast's Jim and Luke break down these 3 fights and who gets their hand raised. You also get another lock pick from this card. And you might be surprised what the lock is. Listen in to find out how it should all go down.

Ep.117 Mike Wilkins & Stout Fights Pro Grappling Tournament

Every city has plenty of favorites and for Pittsburgh, Mike Wilkins is one of those hometown favorites. Wilkins is 9-4 as an mma pro and has fought for Gladiators Of The Cage, CFFC and Bellator. He's competed in plenty of bjj tournaments, but this was his 1st pro grappling event, put on by Stout Fights. Featured in the main event of a submission only tournament, Wilkins and his opponent kept the crowd on the edge of their seats for the entire match as it went to sudden death. MMA FanCast's Jim and Luke give you the story behind the scenes ...... but you're going to have to listen in here to find out how the match ended.

Ep.116 Dana White's Contender Series, Red vs Blue and "Jesse" James Wallace

"My fallback is everything." As an mma fighter, there are no tricks up your sleeve. So, when your back is to the wall, what do you do? "Jesse" James Wallace will tell you he has the answer. If you're in the cage with him, he's going to see to it that you're on the receiving end of that answer. With a record of 9-2, all of his wins have come by way of a stoppage. It may be time to sit up and take notice. American Top Team certainly did. Dana White's Tuesday Night Contender Series is back in action on ESPN+ with Season 3 and featured in the main event for Week 3, Wallace will step inside the UFC Octagon for the 1st time, seeking a contract with the organization. We told you Wallace locked up all of his wins by finishing his opponents. He wants "to be known as a finisher." Dana likes finishers. Sounds like a good fit to us. MMA FanCast's Jim and Luke like the finish, too! Listen in to get the rest of the story.

Ep.115 CFFC Flyweight Champ Sean Santella

Most MMA fighters feel like they're world beaters. Some are pretty close, but the reality is most are not. But what do you do when no one wants to fight you ...... because you probably really are a world beater? MMA's flyweight division(125lbs.) has a few "kings", so to speak. "Mighty Mouse" Demetrius Johnson and Henry Cejudo are world-class flyweights. MMA FanCast's Jim and Luke caught up with Sean Santella who, just as your favorite podcast crew feels, believes he is deserving of that very monicker, but just hasn't received the big stage chance and recognition. Santella has won and defended titles 13 times for multiple promotions. He's already proven his worth on the regional circuit. Sean breaks down his most recent title fight and gives us an inside look at what it's like to be a fighter and a coach ....... and which one wears on the nerves more. Listen in to get the whole story. Click the link Dana. You already know his name.

Ep.114 UFC 238 Recap & Look Ahead

UFC 238 lived up to it's billing for the three big draws on the main card. In the co-main, Valentina Shevchenko had a highlight reel ko by kick of Jessica Eye. In the main event, Henry Cejudo scored a 3rd round TKO of Marlon Moraes to capture the Bantamweight belt and join Conor McGregor as the only two fighters to simultaneously hold belts in 2 different divisions. And in the "fans main event", Tony Ferguson defeated Donald Cerrone with a TKO by Doctor Stoppage at the end of round 2. MMA FanCast's Jim and Luke recap these three fights, as well as discuss another fighter who fought on the undercard, and why you should start to pay attention to her fights. Listen in now to get the scoop.