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Justin Gaethje
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Ciryl Gane
Sean Strickland
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Ronda Rousey
Jake Paul
Max Holloway
Alex Pereira
Alexander Volkanovski
Khamzat Chimaev
Arman Tsarukyan

Get all the mixed martial arts fighting news and analysis you need from the award-winning team at MMA Fighting. Produced by MMA Fighting and SB Nation, and part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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In the battle between former #UFC champs at UFC Oklahoma City, it was the past 185-pound champion Dricus du Plessis who got the lopsided victory over former welterweight titleholder Kamaru Usman. Following the Fight Night card, how can Usman bounce b... more

MMA prospect Jay Alderete recaps his submission win over UFC vet Cameron Smotherman at Fury FC 121 this past weekend, the viral finish and post-fight chaos, talks Smotherman's claims of seven fouls in the bout, if he's not getting enough credit for t... more

After Dricus du Plessis' dominant win over Kamaru Usman, join MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew as they play matchmaker following Saturday's Fight Night event.

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Dricus du Plessis got back in the win column, but where he goes from here is anybody’s guess.

On Saturday night, the former middleweight champion added a rock-solid win to his resume, winning a wide unanimous decision over Kamaru Usman in the main e... more

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Recent Guests

Kangol Zaya
Listener who asked questions during the show
Episode: BTL | Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway 2, UFC 329 Burning Questions, More
Jose Youngs
Correspondent on-site with boots-on-the-ground updates
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Episode: UFC White House Preview Show: Will This Be The Biggest UFC Event Ever?
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CEO, Professional Fighters League (PFL)
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Episode: Town Hall LIVE w/ PFL's John Martin
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UFC fighter, former champion
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Episode: BTL | Sean Strickland is Champ Again! Plus, UFC 328 Fallout, Rousey vs. Carano
Gina Carano
MMA fighter, public figure
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Episode: BTL | Sean Strickland is Champ Again! Plus, UFC 328 Fallout, Rousey vs. Carano
Nate Diaz
Professional MMA fighter
Episode: Nate Diaz Responds to Dustin Poirier, Talks Conor McGregor Trilogy and Why He Has No Beef with Mike Perry
Alexander K. Lee
Journalist providing expert analysis and perspectives on UFC 328
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Episode: On To The Next One: What’s Next For Sean Strickland, Khamzat Chimaev After UFC 328?
Armand Tsaroukian
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Episode: UFC 328 Preview Show: Will Khamzat Chimaev And Sean Strickland’s Bad Blood Spill Over On Saturday?
Chad Bronstein
Co-founder of Real American Freestyle
RAF
Episode: BTL | Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland, UFC 328, Carlos Prates Destroys JDM

Hosts

Mike Heck
Host and primary moderator, often introducing topics and guiding discussion across MMA Fighting shows
Damon Martin
Co-host and analyst, frequently covering fights and fighter perspectives
Jed Meshew
Co-host/analyst with a focus on fighter analysis, often providing hot takes
Alexander K. Lee
Co-host and journalist, provides analysis and industry context

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3k ratings
  • Hmmm

    The White House event was political because it was on America’s 250th birthday. But Cinco De Mayo card isn’t political because why? Give it a rest

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Travis Houston Texas
    United Statesa month ago
  • Please get rid of valley girl Asian

    Please get rid of valley girl Asian. He doesn’t even watch the fights. How is this the guy you pair with Heck? Cmon yall would do so much better ratings

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    willp10158
    United States6 months ago
  • Love it

    These guys are great, love all the commentary and input. Jose, Mike,

    Jed - keep it up. Casey is missed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P23N
    United States7 months ago
  • Last ESPN Card

    It’s a palate cleanser

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DOOMPH
    United States7 months ago
  • I want to support the show but. . .

    Lost interest. Jed is not good enough at his job to pull off the schtick that he’s going for. It gets old fast. Mike is vanilla and not the brightest. I’m not the audience for this. Casey is missed.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    AveryShowers
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners praise informed MMA analysis and banter, often highlighting the hosts' entertainment value.
Overall, the show is seen as a go-to for combat sports coverage with strong personalities and insider context.
Guests and betting perspectives are valued for adding depth beyond basic recap.
Some critics want tighter focus and fewer recurring tangents, but many fans appreciate the industry insight.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#132
Poland/Sports
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#141
India/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#226
Israel/Sports
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#237
Indonesia/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

UFC Fantasy Draft, Season 5: Which 72 UFC fighters Will Close Out 2026 In Style?
Q: What are the basic rules for drafting and keeping fighters this season?
They explain the points system (win = 100, finish = 50, ranked win = 50), the structure of 12-man rosters plus a wild card, and that each team can keep two fighters per season before filling the rest of the roster in rounds.
Town Hall LIVE w/ PFL's John Martin
Q: Why was Dakota Ditcheva not the main event, given her popularity, and what's the plan for her title trajectory?
Dakota is staying active and recovering from injuries, with a plan to build toward a future title by balancing fights in San Diego and other events, aiming to crown a 125-pound champion later in the year.
Town Hall LIVE w/ PFL's John Martin
Q: What does the ideal broadcast partner look like for PFL going forward?
The ideal partner should offer broad distribution, marketing support, consistent visibility, and a favorable rights price, with a willingness to invest in growing the PFL brand and the sport.
BTL | Sean Strickland is Champ Again! Plus, UFC 328 Fallout, Rousey vs. Carano
Q: Jed, how do you balance the Chandler hate versus the humor of seeing him win it?
It's fun to hate a villain when he's winning, but the real excitement comes from how someone can turn that heat into momentum and narrative that carries into future fights and storylines.
Nate Diaz Responds to Dustin Poirier, Talks Conor McGregor Trilogy and Why He Has No Beef with Mike Perry
Q: What drew you to fight Mike Perry outside the UFC?
Diaz says it's about pursuing the most challenging and meaningful opponents, not just chasing money or fame, and he wants to fight the best available competition regardless of promotion.

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A high-energy MMA-focused show featuring a core team and rotating guests who dissect current fight cards, promotions, and industry strategy. Episodes frequently cover UFC events, fighter matchups, and behind-the-scenes production and promotion decisions, with strong emphasis on matchmaking, betting angles, and branding across multiple organizations. Notably, the hosts blend sharp analysis with candid banter, often inviting reporters, fighters, and industry entrepreneurs to provide insider context and varied perspectives. The format tends to favor rapid-fire takes, live reactions, and forward-looking conversations about how promotions can differentiate and grow in a competitive landscape.

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