In today’s episode, Fares breaks down the latest news and reactions in the combat sports world. Starting with the UFC Season Press Conference from last Friday, which delivered major headlines, big moments, and massive fight announcements (0:52).
Then we move to this past weekend’s UFC 323 card, where Petr Yan spoils Merab’s historic moment (8:05). Alexandre Pantoja suffers an early elbow injury, leading to a new champion and raising questions about the future of the division (13:56). Tatsuro Taira defeats former champ Brandon Moreno (20:40). Was it Henry Cejudo’s fight or Talbott’s breakout moment (22:40)? The prelims delivered huge with five first-round finishes (27:03). Plus, the latest UFC drama: Ian vs. Khamzat (32:00) and Jamahal vs. Joanna (33:50).
To close the show, Fares recaps the PBC boxing card. Frank Martin returns in a big way (40:10). In the co-main event, O’Shaquie Foster defends his title and shows exactly why he’s a world champion (40:59). And… another Lamont Roach draw (42:49).
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