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  • PFL star Paul Hughes eyes Usman Nurmagomedov: ‘Everybody wants to see the rematch’ | Cageside 1 on 1

    PFL star Paul Hughes eyes Usman Nurmagomedov: ‘Everybody wants to see the rematch’ | Cageside 1 on 1
    May 7 2025
    Breakout PFL star Paul Hughes has a monumental opportunity in front of him, headlining 2025 PFL Europe 1 in his hometown of Belfast against a dangerous opponent in Bruno Miranda. While Hughes isn’t looking past Miranda, he is considering what a big win should bring, and he believes the only answer is a rematch with reigning Bellator lightweight world champion Usman Nurmagomedov. Ahead of PFL Europe 1, Hughes previewed the matchup and discussed his future plans while speaking with Grind City Media’s John Morgan.
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    7 m
  • Belal Muhammad vs. Jack Della Maddalena UFC 315 preview, looking at first L for Bo Nickal

    Belal Muhammad vs. Jack Della Maddalena UFC 315 preview, looking at first L for Bo Nickal
    May 6 2025
    On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan look back at UFC Des Moines, where Cory Sandhagen destroyed Deiveson Figueiredo’s knee. Did Sandhagen send a big enough message to put him back in the title picture? Bo Nickal suffers his first professional loss – where does he need to improve to be a contender at 185 pounds? Looking ahead and previewing Saturday’s UFC 315. All this and more.

    0:00 – Was Bo Nickal exposed at UFC Des Moines?
    10:09 – How much did Reinier de Ridder’s size and strenght factor into the result?
    16:14 – What is Nickal’s path forward?
    24:15 – Cory Sandhagen absolutely dominated Deiveson Figueiredo
    29:42 – Breaking down Figueiredo’s crucial mistake
    33:24 – Veterans Miesha Tate, Jeremy Stephens come up short in big spots; Kevin MacDonald shines
    36:18 – Previewing Belal Muhammad vs. Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 315
    44:30 – Is Manon Firot going to dethrone Valentina Shevchenko?
    51:14 – Weekend previews, and potential UFC schedule changes?
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    59 m
  • “Ghetto Cinderella” Sammy-Jo Luxton on tragic loss, health scare before PFL debut | Cageside 1 on 1

    “Ghetto Cinderella” Sammy-Jo Luxton on tragic loss, health scare before PFL debut | Cageside 1 on 1
    Apr 30 2025
    Manchester Top Team’s Sammy-Jo Luxton outlines a physically and mentally demanding year ahead of her PFL debut while talking to Grind City Media’ John Morgan. The 26-year-old English prospect will make her long-awaited debut for the promotion at PFL Europe 1 on Saturday, May 10, where she takes on Scotland’s Gemma Auld at the SSE Arena in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

    0:00 – Outlining a year of loss and a life-threatening illness
    4:00 – Making the decision to fight again, and enjoying the support of the PFL
    6:18 – Previewing the matchup with Gemma Auld: “I love a scrap”
    8:23 – Balancing roles as an MMA prospect and a social media star
    11:10 – Mapping out a return to action and a move to strawweight
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    13 m
  • Ian Machado Garry continues his rankings rise; Is this the first real test for Bo Nickal?

    Ian Machado Garry continues his rankings rise; Is this the first real test for Bo Nickal?
    Apr 29 2025
    On this episode Eric McMahon and John Morgan look back at UFC on ESPN 66, where Ian Machado Garry snapped the undefeated streak of the Fighting Nerds when he took out Carlos Prates. Why so much “hate” for Garry? Looking ahead to this weekend’s UFC card in Iowa and what is looked at as Bo Nickal’s toughest fight to date. Also, who gets to stay up at the top of the bantamweight division when Cory Sandhagen takes on Deiveson Figueiredo. All this and more.

    0:00 – Why is Ian Machado Garry continuing to fly under the radar?
    8:22 – Did Carlos Prates simply fail to get started early?
    18:51 – Breaking down Garry’s fifth-round struggles, patient attacks
    24:36 – Anthony Smith’s storybook ending denied by Zhang Mingyang
    31:55 – Will Bo Nickal be tested Reinier de Ridder at UFC Iowa?
    35:40 – What to make of Jeremy Stephens returning to the UFC?
    40:05 – Teasing the return of Miesha Tate, a hidden gem in Ryan Loder, more in Iowa
    42:17 – What’s at stake in Cory Sandhagen vs. Deiveson Figueiredo?
    44:49 – Can Belal Muhammad be the greatest welterweight champion in UFC history?
    54:24 – Revealing Eric’s remarkable lawn-care rivalry
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    59 m
  • Belal Muhammad hunting for his Max Holloway moment, chasing GSP legacy at UFC 315 | Cageside 1 on 1

    Belal Muhammad hunting for his Max Holloway moment, chasing GSP legacy at UFC 315 | Cageside 1 on 1
    Apr 24 2025
    UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad previewed his upcoming UFC 315 headliner with Jack Della Maddalena while speaking with Grind City Media’s John Morgan. UFC 315 takes place Saturday, May 10, and streams live on ESPN+ pay-per-view from the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
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    12 m
  • Gilbert Burns breaks down Michael Morales, life changes before UFC Apex main event | Cageside 1 on 1

    Gilbert Burns breaks down Michael Morales, life changes before UFC Apex main event | Cageside 1 on 1
    Apr 17 2025
    UFC welterweight contender Gilbert Burns spoke to Grind City Media’s John Morgan and discussed his upcoming main event with Michael Morales at the UFC Apex, the frustration of his current run and how he plans to get back to winning ways, taking inspiration from Dominick Reyes, and much more.

    0:00 – Accepting a main event change – and the multiple changes before it
    3:06 – More rounds, more money, less taxes all added up to a good decision
    5:13 – Breaking down Michael Morales
    7:08 – Looking back on a difficult stretch
    11:51 – Taking mental inspiration from Dominick Reyes
    14:12 – Becoming a dad again!
    15:42 – “Show Me The Money”
    16:39 – Instagram Threads and the UFC
    18:07 – Final predictions for May 17
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    20 m
  • UFC 314 wrap-up: Alexander Volkanovski, Paddy Pimblett big winners on the night

    UFC 314 wrap-up: Alexander Volkanovski, Paddy Pimblett big winners on the night
    Apr 14 2025
    On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan look back at a fun night of fights at UFC 314, where Alexander Volkanovski regained his world title in a fun fight with Diego Lopes. Where do both fighters go from here? Paddy Pimblett silences all critics with a dominant performance over Michael Chandler. Top-5 opponent next for Pimblett; does Chandler have anything left in the tank? All this and more.

    0:00 – UFC 314 an absolute success – even if Miami could stand to show up a little earlier!
    2:32 – Alexander Volkanovski delivers – but was it a blowout?
    11:41 – Did Diego Lopes drop the ball?
    18:40 – What’s next for Volkanovski?
    21:57 – Paddy Pimblett shined, but where does Michael Chandler go from here?
    30:25 – Where does Ilia Topuria fit into the lightweight title picture?
    32:47 – Jean Silva absolutely delivers against Bryce Mitchell
    35:39 – Yair Rodriguez thrills, and Patricio “Pitbull” Freire’s volume failed him
    39:49 – Dominick Reyes is top-5 talent
    47:19 – Did Mike Beltran handle the Julian Erosa vs. Darren Elkins stoppage properly?
    58:06 – Breaking down referee tiers and locker room talks
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    1 h y 3 m
  • Giga Chikadze previews UFC 314, wants ‘pretty good highlight’ at UFC Kansas City | Cageside 1 on 1

    Giga Chikadze previews UFC 314, wants ‘pretty good highlight’ at UFC Kansas City | Cageside 1 on 1
    Apr 11 2025
    No. 11-ranked UFC featherweight contender Giga Chikadze spoke to Grind City Media’s John Morgan ahead of Saturday’s massive UFC 314 event, where the organization’s 145-pound title will be on the line.

    Chikadze broke down the big featherweight fights on the card, while also looking ahead to his own matchup with David Onama at UFC Kansas City on April 26.

    0:00 – Healing up in Hollywood?
    2:59 – Outlining challenges against Arnold Allen
    5:14 – Spoiling the hometown love for David Onama
    7:56 – Breaking down Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes
    9:28 – Welcoming in Patricio “Pitbull” Freire and Aaron Pico
    13:00 – Should Ilia Topuria be granted an immediate title shot?
    14:24 – Challenges GLORY faces in return to U.S.
    16:49 – Beginning a championship journey again
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    19 m
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