Inside the Hexagon

Surprise...it's a special bonus episode! Today's special chat features a discussion with Duane "Bang" Ludwig, and we delve into Bruce Lee's influence, his early knockout of Jens Pulver that launched him into the national MMA consciousness, joining Strikeforce, getting "Payback" against Sammy Morgan, and more!

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On this week's episode, it's time for "Destruction," as Strikeforce features the hexagon debuts of "Hands of Steel" Scott Smith as well as "Babalu" Sobral in memorable scraps. Smith knocks out Terry Martin in brutal fashion, while "Babalu" captures the Strikeforce light heavyweight title in a controversial doctor stoppage win over Bobby Southworth. In addition, "Bang" Ludwig and Yves Edwards tangle, Joe "Diesel" Riggs get a big win, and future champ Luke Rockhold makes a statement. There's tons to get to...join us as we dive in!

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It's an absolute barnburner of an episode to kick off the new year, as we connect with UFC Hall of Famer Frank Trigg! Our conversation is packed, with hot takes on fighters like Matt Hughes and Chael Sonnen, as well as a deep dive into Trigg's lone Strikeforce fight. We also discuss Trigg's many other interests, including refereeing, film stunt work, sailing, scuba diving, and so much more! 

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On this week's episode, MMA legend Frank Trigg and then-rising star "The Karate Hottie" Michelle Waterson fight for the only time inside the hexagon as we cover "Strikeforce: Payback." There are few Strikeforce regulars on this card, but we do see some very entertaining action, including a brutal throwdown between Billy Evangelista and Luke Caudillo, as well as a nasty liver shot TKO in the main event. There's lots to dissect...join us as we delve into this memorable Strikeforce card! 

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On this week's episode, we're going old school as we catch up with multi-time MMA champion and UFC/Bellator/Strikeforce veteran "The South African Hammer" Trevor Prangley! We discuss his time inside the hexagon, including the "Four Men Enter, One Man Survives" one-night tournament, fighting Anthony Ruiz twice, what it was like to compete at the Playboy mansion, taking on "Babalu" Sobral, and more. 

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Strikeforce makes its return to the Playboy Mansion, and for the final time, as we cover "Strikeforce: At the Mansion II." It's another of the promotion's "one-off" shows, featuring fewer of the regular roster than normal. We see the Strikeforce debuts of former Pride FC stars Mitsuhiro Ishida and Kazuo Misaki, as well as the returns of Trevor Prangley and Joe "Diesel" Riggs. In addition, UFC vet Terry Martin makes a statement inside the hexagon, and newly-minted lightweight champ Josh "The Punk" Thomson fights in a non-title bout! We cover some fun fights and controversial finishes on this episode...don't miss it!  

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On this week's episode, it's something a bit different, as we present an intriguing look into the mindset of a fighter, including how they deal with winning streaks, losing streaks, losing twice to the same fighter, overcoming physical limitations, and more, as we welcome longtime Strikeforce veteran Anthony "Antdawg" Figueroa to the show! A protege of Cung Le, and current well-respected coach, Figueroa competed inside the hexagon multiple times, so he's able to shed unique light on the inner workings of what makes an MMA fighter.

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The long-awaited lightweight title match has arrived! It's "Strikeforce: Melendez vs. Thomson," which features Strikeforce 155 lb. kingpin "El Nino" Gilbert Melendez defending the strap against top challenger Josh "The Punk" Thomson. Drawing over seven thousand fans in San Jose, the fight delivered on all levels, and was probably the crowning achievement in Thomson's career. Also on the event, current Bellator star Raymond Daniels makes his MMA debut, Bobby Southworth puts the Strikeforce light heavyweight title on the line, and more! 

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On this week's episode, we chat with Strikeforce legend Cung Le! We dive into his transition from kickboxing to MMA, winning the Strikeforce middleweight title, heading to the UFC, and more. In addition, we walk through his all-time classic scrap with Frank Shamrock for the 185 lb. title, talking about when he broke Frank's arm, and gaining confidence as the fight wore on. Don't miss this intriguing discussion! 

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It's finally here..."Shamrock vs. Le" for the Strikeforce middleweight title! In one of the most entertaining fights ever to take place inside the hexagon, Frank and Cung put on a scrap for the ages...and we're diving into all the details before, during, and after this awesome event. Also on the card, Gilbert Melendez defends his lightweight title, Joey Villasenor gets a very memorable KO, and more!

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