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ATS Fight presents, Morning Kombat! Luke Thomas and friends cover everything happening in the world of boxing and MMA, including talking to the fighters, promoters and especially you, THE FANS! Morning Kombat has expanded to Mondays and Fridays, so If you love combat sports, please subscribe so you don’t miss an episode of MORNING KOMBAT!

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Recent Guests

Ray Longo
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Episode: UFC 328 Pregame Preview: Chimaev vs Strickland Presented By Cuervo® | Morning Kombat
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Gabriel Bonfim
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Mark Montoya
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Long Island Luke Mosquita
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Alex Pereira
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Episode: UFC Perth: Ulberg Brutally Stops Reyes | PFL Nurmagomedov-Hughes 2 | Wanderlei Silva post-fight KO??
Carlos Ulberg
UFC light heavyweight fighter who impressively finished Dominick Reyes at UFC Perth.
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Episode: UFC Perth: Ulberg Brutally Stops Reyes | PFL Nurmagomedov-Hughes 2 | Wanderlei Silva post-fight KO??

Hosts

Luke Thomas
Host of Morning Kombat; regular analyst and on-air personality across episodes.
Chuck Mindenhall
Co-host and analyst with deep fight IQ; frequent contributor across episodes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4k ratings
  • High and Mighty

    I’m over Luke. It was tolerable when BC was part of the team, but I don’t need political commentary in my sports podcast. I’m not even Republican but it’s so annoying. I don’t write reviews for podcasts normally but I am writing one today because this show is absolute magic without the political digs and petty remarks. I’ll check back after UFC White House to see if anything has changed.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Campbell Caleb
    United Statesa month ago
  • This is brutal without BC

    Can’t stand this progressive self hating queen Luke.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    pspice82
    United States3 months ago
  • The MMA content is good when the main programming progressive whiner segment ends.

    3/4 of the content is apparently now grown men clutching pearls that prize fighters in a bloodsport aren’t radical progressives…

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    sweetsider
    Canada3 months ago
  • Best MMA Podcast

    I appreciate the honesty and open discussion on this show. They don’t suck up to UFC and athletes, but offer fair criticism and analysis. The hosts have their favorites too and hype up big fights. Shows are always full of laughs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tigersrule77
    United States3 months ago
  • No BC? Adios Mr Falcon

    UNFOLLOW!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SullBoy
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners praise analytical depth and humor, but some feel politics dominate too much.
Fans enjoy the host chemistry and long-running dynamic; some want more guest variety and fresher takes.
Many appreciate honest, balanced critique of fighters and promotions without excessive hype.
Volume and audio quality issues repeatedly cited as frustrating, though content quality remains high.

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#101
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#125
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#200
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#200
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Talking Points

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Adesanya vs Pyfer Stakes | UFC Seattle Preview | Full Rousey-Carano Card Revealed
Q: What's at stake for Izzy if he loses via stoppage?
A loss, especially by stoppage, could dramatically impact his career trajectory and open the door for discussions about retirement or shifting focus, while a win keeps him in the mix but doesn't clearly map the path forward.
UFC 326 Results: Oliveira Beats Holloway | White House Card Revealed | Is the UFC Getting Boring?
Q: How would you describe the start of the Paramount era compared to previous streaming deals, and is this the most unimaginative matchmaking era so far?
The hosts reflect that while the Paramount era has brought new distribution, the actual matchmaking feels less imaginative than in Fox or ESPN eras, with many cards feeling predictable or underwhelming despite strong marketing. They acknowledge risks in over-marketing fights that don't live up to the hype, and highlight a broader trend of prioritizing spectacle and partnerships over fan-driven fight selection.
UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs Hernandez Preview | Sean Strickland Drama | Rousey-Carano Booked
Q: Is this a do-or-die fight for Ryan Garcia?
For him, it needs to be here because if you can't win under circumstances like this, you just can't win a world title.
UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs Hernandez Preview | Sean Strickland Drama | Rousey-Carano Booked
Q: Will Netflix's event with Ronda and Gina have a long-term impact on MMA?
Ronda Rousey was never in a boring fight, and this could be a huge moment for women's MMA.
UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs Hernandez Preview | Sean Strickland Drama | Rousey-Carano Booked
Q: What happens here for Fluffy if he wins? He's on an incredible win streak.
If he wins, I think he's fighting for the belt next. Sean Strickland is a former champion. Sean Strickland is certainly eyeballs.

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A high-energy MMA and boxing-focused show featuring two veteran analysts and a rotating panel, blending in-depth fight analysis with banter, memes, and sponsor reads. Regular themes include event breakdowns, fighter dynamics, promotional strategies, and cross-promotion across streaming and boxing. Notable strengths include analytical rigor paired with long-running studio camaraderie and audience participation, while recurring critiques center on political commentary, pacing, and production volume variance. The format often mixes technical breakdown, backstage anecdotes, betting angles, and fan-submitted content, making it a go-to for listeners seeking both fight-by-fight insight and lively host rapport.

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2. Rodrigo del Campo
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4. Randy Brown
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7. Long Island Luke Mosquita
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