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Episodes
Monday Aug 28, 2017
Monday Aug 28, 2017
MayMac Reactions, UFC Fight Night 115, and UFC 215
Addressing the round by round scoring of Mayweather vs. McGregor
Discussing our reactions to the key moments in the fight and the final decision.
Floyd Mayweather turned his back to McGregor several times during the fight. Is this a smart strategy or exposing a flaw in boxing?
Was this boxing match a win-win for scenario and more importantly, was it a win for MMA?
Quick MayMac break to confirm GSP vs. Michael Bisping has been made official.
Revisiting our predictions to Mayweather vs. McGregor and who was the closest.
We fall into the Jon Jones rabbit hole to discuss his meteoric rise, subsequent fall, and speak on his lost heavyweight potential.
What is next for Conor McGregor? Nurmagomedov? Ferguson/ Lee? Diaz?
Khabib’s weight cutting issues severely limit his lightweight potential.
The depth of the lightweight division.
Francis Ngannou scratched from UFC 215.
UFC Fight Night 115: previewing Volkov vs. Struve
Analyzing Volkov’s decision power and life after Struve.
UFC 215 Preview
Jeremy Stephens vs. Gilbert Melendez: Diving into the history of both and Melendez’s potential at 145.
Latifi vs. Pedro: UFC creating a platform to showcase Pedro.
Neil Magny vs. RDA and will RDA ever be a champion again?
MayMac Reactions
Be sure to tune in next week for a complete preview of UFC 215 complete with analysis and predictions!
As a reminder, UFC Pittsburgh tickets are now on sale!
Be sure to check out all of our latest MMA articles at Octagon 24/7 including an upcoming piece about “The Money Fight” and Jon Jones’ Meteoric Rise and Imminent Meteoric Descent.
Mark Cherico MMA – Also check out our exclusive interview with Mark Cherico and Dominic Mazzota.
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Friday Aug 25, 2017
Friday Aug 25, 2017
McGregor destroy Mayweather?
McGregor destroy Mayweather? Really? Listen and find out!
Features: Everything McGregor/ Mayweather -McGregor destroy Mayweather?
Mark Cherico’s performance on Dana White’s Tuesday Night Contender Series and his future
Jon Jones’ latest failed drug test. Is this the end for the most talented fighter of all time?
Should athletes be more weary of supplements and avoiding tainted supplements?
Will George St.-Pierre and Michael Bisping ever make their fight official and how concerned are we?
Quick reminder that Octagon247 will be at UFC 217 and all regional coverage s be sure to stop by and say hi!
Cody Garbrandt vs. TJ Dillashaw has been confirmed as a co-main event at UFC 217. Our panel is split in a fight that could produce a career defining performance.
The depth of UFC 217 and Ryan’s sleeper pick, the undefeated Paulo Borrachinha takes on Johny Hendricks.
The fall of Johny Hendricks and how close is he to the end.
Jorge Masvidal vs. Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson has been confirmed for UFC 217. Why Masvidal is in the worst match-up in his division.
Nick Diaz vs. Masvidal, Diaz vs. Wonderyboy? Neither will ever happen, but we would love to see either.
Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather predictions -McGregor destroy Mayweather?
Debating the fighting styles, cardio, and if Mayweather is taking this fight seriously.
Anthony Joshua is willing to fight MMA, one catch though, no submissions. Wait, what?
Reminiscing on the world beater that Roy Jones Jr. once was. McGregor destroy Mayweather?
Be sure to tune in next week for complete reaction to Conor McGregor/ Floyd Mayweather and UFC 215!
As a reminder, UFC Pittsburgh tickets are now on sale!
Be sure to check out all of our latest MMA articles at Octagon 24/7 including an upcoming piece about “The Money Fight” and Jon Jones’ Meteoric Rise and Imminent Meteoric Descent.
Mark Cherico MMA – Also check out our exclusive interview with Mark Cherico and Dominic Mazzota.
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Tuesday Aug 22, 2017
Tuesday Aug 22, 2017
This podcast episode features: Mark Cherico MMA – He fights in the UFC today!
Lyoto Machida vs. Derek Brunson confirmed for UFC Fight Night 119 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on October 28th. Is this the end for the ‘Dragon?’
Fabricio Werdum accepts fight against Derrick Lewis instead of Mark Hunt at UFC 216 on October 7th and Mark Hunt’s reaction.
Is Tony Ferguson vs. Kevin Lee for the interim UFC lightweight championship a big enough draw to headline UFC 216?
Diego Sanchez vs. Matt Brown is scheduled for November 11th at UFC Fight Night 120 in Norfolk, Virginia, and why Sanchez is in trouble.
Andre Arlovski vs. Junior Albini is also scheduled for UFC Fight Night 120, and why is Arlovski still fighting?
Reminiscing about the Andre Arlovski of the past.
War hero, veteran fighter, family man, and excellent UFC analyst Brian Stann is retiring from his role with the UFC. Stann is accepting a leadership position with a real estate firm and pursuing an Executive MBA from Northwestern.
Junior dos Santos tested positive for a banned substance and was pulled from his UFC 215 fight against Francis Ngannou. Can the UFC find him a replacement?
The state of the heavyweight division.
Mark Cherico MMA of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, fights August 22nd, on Dana White’s Tuesday Night Contender Series.
Be sure to tune in next week for Mark Cherico news and complete coverage of Conor McGregor/ Floyd Mayweather
As a reminder, UFC Pittsburgh tickets are now on sale!
Be sure to check out all of our latest MMA articles at Octagon 24/7 including the one last week of our breakdown of Mark Cherico vs. Mike Santiago.
Mark Cherico MMA – Also check out our exclusive interview with Mark Cherico and Dominic Mazzota.
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Thursday Aug 17, 2017
Thursday Aug 17, 2017
Mark Cherico UFC Debut
Michael Bisping’s potential boxing match against Tony Bellew.
The NSAC ruled against their standing rules and will allow Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather to wear 8 oz. gloves for their boxing match. Who does it favor?
Mark Cherico UFC debut is set for August 22nd on Dana White’s Tuesday Night Contender Series.
Conor McGregor is financially restrained from throwing kicks in his fight with Floyd Mayweather.
Matt Hughes recovery update and reminiscing over his Frank Trigg victory
How good will the Steelers be this year?
Penn State/ Michigan game October 21st and the Foo Fighters handcuffs on Andrew.
Gegard Mousasi set to debut for at Bellator 185 on October 20. How dominant can he be?
Mike Winklejohn (Holly Holm’s coach) spoke out about Holm “picking apart” Cris Cyborg. Our thoughts and Cyborg’s reaction.
UFC Lightweight interim title fight between Kevin Lee and Tony Ferguson scheduled for UFC 216. Our reactions.
Anthony Pettis and Dustin Poirier scheduled to headline UFC Fight Night: Norfolk on November 11.
Breaking down the Pittsburgh card: Thiago Alves/ Mike Perry, Hector Lombard/ Anthony Smith, Krzysztof Jotko/ Uriah Hall, Kamara Usman/ Sergio Moraes, and Luke Rockhold/ David Branch
Frank Mir has signed with Bellator. How well will he do?
Brock Lesnar continues to tease a potential comeback to the UFC and why Paul Heyman must come back with him if he decides to do so.
Mark Cherico UFC debut
Be sure to tune in next week for Mark Cherico news and complete coverage of Conor McGregor/ Floyd Mayweather
As a reminder, UFC Pittsburgh tickets are now on sale!
Be sure to check out all of our latest MMA articles at Octagon 24/7 including the one last week chronicling the aftermath of Jon Jones.
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Wednesday Aug 09, 2017
Wednesday Aug 09, 2017
UFC Upcoming Events
We do not hate Jon Jones!
UFC Fight Night 114 Discussion – The growth of Sergio Pettis -Should Rashad Evans retire?
Cyborg exploring boxing options?
UFC Upcoming Events – Conor McGregor/ Floyd Mayweather debate
UFC Upcoming Events – Paige Van Zant vs. Jessica Eye added to UFC 216
UFC 217 in MSG fight rumors
Looking ahead at the UFC 215 Card and who will be the UFC 215’s last main card fight?
As a reminder, UFC Pittsburgh tickets are now on sale!
Be sure to check out all of our latest MMA articles on www.octagon247.com including the one last week chronicling the aftermath of Jon Jones.
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Monday Jul 31, 2017
Monday Jul 31, 2017
UFC 214 Post Fight Analysis
UFC 214 Post Fight Analysis – Jon Jones kicks his way back to gold against Daniel Cormier, Ryan’s prediction was WRONG! – Jon Jones called out Brock Lesnar after the fight! – Tyron Woodley bores everyone to defend against Demian Maia – Cris Cyborg goes conservative for a couple rounds before turning it up on Tonya Evinger – Donald Cerrone gets robbed against Robbie Lawler – Jimi Manuwa feels the insane power of Volkan Oezdemir – Drew Dober punches through the world to end Josh Burkman’s night.
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UFC 214 Post Fight Analysis
Friday Jul 28, 2017
Friday Jul 28, 2017
UFC 214 Anaheim overview – Volkan Oezdemir vs. Jimi Manuwa – Robbie Lawler vs. Donald Cerrone – Cris Cyborg vs.Tonya Evinger – Tyron Woodley vs. Damien Maia – Daniel Cormier vs. Jon Jones
Pittsburgh’s own Mark Cherico to be featured on Dana White’s Contender Series – Reactions to UFC Fight Night 116 announcement – the return of Luke Rockhold – Jon Jones vs. Brock Lesnar?
Thursday Jul 20, 2017
Thursday Jul 20, 2017
UFC on Fox 25 Preview
UFC on Fox 25 Preview
2:42 – UFC on Fox 25 Card Overview
5:24 – Damian Grabowski vs. Chase Sherman
10:16 – Ryan LaFlare vs. Alex Oliveira
17:09 – Jimmie Rivera vs. Thomas Almeida
30:27 – Patrick Cummins vs. Gian Villante
35:30 – Dennis Bermudez vs. Darren Elkins
42:21 – Chris Weidman vs. Kelvin Gastelum
54:57 – Brock rumors – will he return?
Monday Jul 17, 2017
Monday Jul 17, 2017
MayMacWorldTour Recap
MayMacWorldTour Recap
Episode Notes
7:03 – LA Conor predicts win inside 4 rounds
9:52 – LA Floyd talks about his legacy, how great he is
MayMacWorldTour Recap
14:35 – Toronto Conor does this mic work?
15:35 – Toronto Conor Crowd F The Mayweathers
21:11 – Toronto Conor 28 years old compared to Floyd
23:41 0 Toronto Conor His head is too small
24:56 – Toronto Conor you’re 40, dress your age, schoolbag
26:55 – Toronto Floyd the fans can’t fight for you
27:46 – Toronto Floyd being at the top for 21 years
28:25 – Toronto Floyd mocks Conor as quitter
37:58 – Toronto Floyd grabs flag Conor grabs schoolbag
MayMacWorldTour Recap
40:29 – NY Conor highlights
44:33 – NY Floyd highlights
47:26 – NY – Floyd quitter again
MayMacWorldTour Recap
50:13 – London Conor highlights
56:18 – London Floyd highlights
MayMacWorldTour Recap
1:09:21 – McGregor wants Khabib next (or Diaz trilogy)
1:12:08 – Mousasi signs with Bellator
1:18:00 – UFC Fight Night 116 Coming To Pittsburgh!!!!
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MayMacWorldTour Recap
Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor will square off in a boxing match that is expected to be the highest grossing sporting event in history.
Floyd Mayweather comes out of retirement and brings his undefeated 49-0 boxing record with him to square of against the brash, outspoken and fan favorite Conor McGregor. McGregor will be making his boxing debut. He has made an historic rise through the UFC, becoming the first ever fighter to hold belts in multiple weight classes at the same time.
What will happen when a young gun brings his elite level MMA striking to the ring against an aging boxing great? What will happen when youth and inexperience face off against wisdom and age? What will happen when two of combats sports all time greatest promoters put on the gloves to settle the score?
We will talk all this and much, much more, right here on MMA Fancast!
Monday Jul 10, 2017
Monday Jul 10, 2017
The UFC 213 Recap Dominates This Episode, Here’s the quick rundown:
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Amanda Nunes bails on defending her belt after making weight and being cleared by doctors to fight
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Justin Gaethje made a huge debut in the UFC
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McGregor-Mayweather press conferences have been set, what can we expect?
UFC 213 Recap – Amanda Nunes pulls out of fight the day of title defense
What should the fallout be?
UFC 213 Recap: Results
PPV Card
Robert Whittaker def. Yoel Romero via unanimous decision
Alistair Overeem def. Fabricio Werdum via majority decision
Curtis Blaydes def. Daniel Omielanczuk via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)
Anthony Pettis def. Jim Miller via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)
Rob Font def. Douglas Silva de Andrade via sub (guillotine) (R2, 4:36)
FS1 Undercard
Oleksiy Oliynyk def. Travis Browne via submission (RNC) (R2, 3:44)
Chad Laprise def. Brian Camozzi via third-round TKO (1:27)
Thiago Santos def. Gerald Meerschaert via second-round TKO (2:04)
Belal Muhammad def. Jordan Mein via unanimous decision (29-28 x2, 30-27)
Cody Stamann def. Terrion Ware via unanimous decision (30-27 x2, 29-28)
Trevin Giles def. James Bochnovic via second-round TKO (2:54)
Amazing fight on TUF 25 Finale – Justin Gaethje ko’s Michael Johnson
What lies ahead?
Mayweather McGregor press conferences set
Tuesday, July 11
The Staples Center – Los Angeles, CA.
Wednesday, July 12
Sony Centre for the Performing Arts – Toronto, Canada
Thursday, July 13
Barclays Center – Brooklyn, N.Y.
Friday, July 14
The SSE Arena, Wembley – London
Dana White’s Contender Series starts Tuesday, July 11
Bellator 181 in Thackerville Oklahoma on Friday, July 14
Headlined by Derek Campos and Brandon Girtz in a lightweight clash
Valerie Latourneau making her Bellator debut
UFC Fight Night 113 in Glasgow Scotland, Sunday July 16
Pretty uneventful card
Headlined by Gunnar Nelson vs. Santiago Ponzinibbio
UFC on FOX 25 in Uniondale NY on Saturday, July 22
Chris Weidman vs. Kelvin Gastelum
Dennis Bermudez vs. Darren Elkins
Gian Villante vs. Patrick Cummins
Jimmie Rivera vs. Thomas Almeida
Ryan LaFlare vs. Alex Oliveira
Lyman Good vs. Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos
Frankie Perez vs. Chris Wade
Shane Burgos vs. Godofredo Pepey
Kyle Bochniak vs. Jeremy Kennedy
Christian Colombo vs. Damian Grabowski
Timothy Johnson vs. Junior Albini
Rafael Natal vs. Alessio Di Chirico
Brian Kelleher vs. Marlon Vera
UFC 213 Recap