WHAT IS UP, fight fans?! Welcome back to another LIVE edition of The Anik & Florian Podcast, the only place you get unfiltered access to the voice and insight of the UFC straight from the source. We are rolling just 48 hours removed from one of the most chaotic and controversial weekends in recent memory. UFC 326 is in the books, and we have a NEW BMF champion, but the fallout? WILD. Conor McGregor took to social media to absolutely BLAST Charles Oliveira’s performance and took some serious shots at the commentary booth—specifically calling out DC. Jon Anik was live at the desk when it happened, and he’s here to set the record straight on what went down. It’s the inside baseball you can’t get anywhere else, powered by our partners at @allthesmoke and @atsfight.

And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. The UFC dropped the STACKED "Freedom 250" White House card announcement, and we’ve got First Round Management CEO Malki Kawa (@malkikawa) joining us LIVE to reveal the INSANE story behind the overnight negotiations that saved the main event. We’re talking Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje, how it all came together at 3 AM, and his unfiltered take on the state of the UFC in 2026. Then, legendary coach Ray Longo (@raylongomma) is here for the Ray Longo Minute to break down the technical genius—or lack thereof—from UFC 326. Plus, UFC veteran and sharp mind Din Thomas (@dinthomas) stops by to talk Amanda Nunes’ return and what the BMF title really means. We’re also looking ahead with our UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Vallejos Picks & Preview, featuring a deep dive on the massive featherweight tilt between Josh Emmett and the surging Kevin Vallejos.

BUCKLE UP.

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WHAT IS UP, fight fans?! It is officially fight week and you are locked in with the absolute authorities on all things MMA—this is The Anik & Florian Podcast, Episode 585, coming at you LIVE from the ATS Fight studios! We are coming off a wild weekend of action and we’ve got a absolutely STACKED show for you guys today. Jon and Kenny are breaking down the biggest news in the sport, including a SHOCKING turn of events at the top of the light heavyweight division. BUCKLE UP, because we’ve got the one and only Ray Longo in the building, and we’re looking ahead to an absolute banger of a main event in Miami.

First up, we have to address the elephant in the room: Alex Pereira has vacated the light heavyweight title. What does this mean for Jiri Prochazka and Carlos Ulberg who are set to headline UFC 327? We’re breaking down the ripple effects LIVE. Plus, we’ve got a full recap of UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Kavanagh, and we need to talk about that POST-FIGHT BRAWL at RAF 6 after Arman Tsarukyan’s win! Aljamain Sterling is also calling for a UFC title shot after his win over Benson Henderson, where does he fit in the 145lb mix? THEN, we look ahead to UFC 326: Holloway vs. Oliveira II. We’ve got Ian Parker (@IanParkerMMA) here for the Main-Event Challenge, and we’re taking you through every single fight on the card, from Xiao Long vs. Cody Garbrandt all the way to that MASSIVE lightweight headliner for the BMF title between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira.

We’re placing our bets and breaking down the numbers, including our $3K challenge for the PYB. Let’s get into it! 

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UFC Houston Reactions with Jordan Leavitt & Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani + UFC Mexico City Picks.

It’s that time again. UFC Mexico City is THIS Saturday, and we are breaking down EVERYTHING you need to know LIVE from the studio. The Assassin Baby, Brandon Moreno, is back on home soil, but he’s facing a late-notice shakeup against the streaking Brit, Lone’er Kavanagh. We’re diving into the tape, the odds, and the pressure with the one and only Ray Longo.

We’ve got a STACKED guest list today. First, UFC lightweight Jordan Leavitt joins us to talk about his massive mindset shift, he’s calling his past self a "bum" and is on a mission to provide for his family. Then, we welcome DWCS standout and UFC welterweight debutant Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani to the show. Plus, we recap the Strickland vs. Hernandez fallout and hit you with the main event challenge and $1K bets for Moreno vs. Kavanagh with Ian Parker. BUCKLE UP.

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Welcome back to another LIVE edition of The Anik & Florian Podcast, coming to you raw and uncut in partnership with our guys at @allthesmoke and @atsfight. We are fresh off a massive weekend of fights and we have a stacked room today to break it all down. First up, we need to address the elephant in the room. UFC welterweight scrapper Michael Chiesa joins us to discuss if this is in fact his last MMA fight. You are not going to want to miss this. Then, we bring in the legendary @raylongoMMA for the "Ray Longo Minute." With all the talk about Ilia Topuria switching camps, the UFC White House Card, and Yan's surgery, Ray gives his no-nonsense takes. Then, Russ Mikowski from 3 Punch Convos joins the show to talk about the platform and your chance to win $1000 in cold hard cash for guessing every fight right on the card this weekend. We also have red-hot bantamweight contender Mario Bautista in the building! Fresh off his slick submission win over Vinicius Oliveira at UFC Vegas 113, Mario is here to run it back with us. We get his immediate reaction to the win, his thoughts on the division and more. Plus, betting expert @ianparkermma joins us to drop the knowledge for UFC Fight Night: Strickland v. Hernandez. We are breaking down the odds for Delija vs. Spivac, Neal vs. Medic, and that banger of a main event between Anthony Hernandez and Sean Strickland. IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) Live Show Open

(00:02:00) Headlines: ATS Fight Partnership & Big Energy

(00:10:50) Michael Chiesa Interview

(00:26:00) Ray Longo Minute

(00:50:30) Russ Mikowski Interview: 3 Punch Convo joins the show

(01:01:00) Win $1000 from 3PunchConvo

(01:02:40) Mario Bautista Interview: UFC Vegas 113 win, Sandhagen rematch, Yadong response

(01:13:50) DraftKings NBA Live Read

(01:15:00) Ian Parker Joins

(01:20:00) Main-Event Challenge for Strickland v. Hernandez

(01:40:00) PLACE YOUR BETS for UFC HOUSTON

(01:43:00) Outro: Jon & Kenny’s Final Thoughts

🎯 ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS (For people to COMMENT LIVE!) --- Is Colby Covington really ducking Chiesa, or is this just business? --- Does Mario Bautista deserve the Sandhagen rematch next? --- Who you got in the main event? Strickland or "Fluffy" Hernandez? If you are a real one, hit that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE to @AnikFlorianPod, and turn on the notification bell so you never miss a live drop. We are the voice of the fans. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4896896856883200

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Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are breaking down EVERYTHING that matters in the MMA world RIGHT NOW, from the championship fallout in Sydney to the betting lines for this weekend's brawl in Las Vegas. This isn't just talk; it's analysis fueled by Anik's cage-side perspective, Florian's elite-level breakdowns, and the legendary coaching wisdom of Ray Longo. We're partnered with the crew at @allthesmoke and @atsfight to bring you the most connected podcast in the game. We're LIVE and the chat is firing. Hit that like button, subscribe, and share this stream with your fight crew. Your engagement is what fuels this show and helps us keep delivering this must-watch content every week. IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) - LIVE OPEN: Welcome to the show and a huge shoutout to our partners at All The Smoke Productions and ATS Fight. (00:04:00) - HEADLINES (00:40:30) - MMA analyst Dan Tom (00:59:00) - THE RAY LONGO MINUTE (01:33:00) - DRAFTKINGS (01:35:00) - MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE (01:57:00) - PLACE YOUR BETS with @ianparkermma (02:00:00) - WRAP UP: Final thoughts from Jon and Kenny before we see you next time. 🎯 ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS (COMMENT LIVE!): --- Who should Alexander Volkanovski fight next: the undefeated Movsar Evloev or Lerone Murphy ? --- Did Benoit Saint Denis do enough at UFC 325 to earn a title shot ? --- Lock in your pick: Mario Bautista or Vinicius Oliveira this Saturday — and how does it end? 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4896896856883200

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The MUST-WATCH live reaction to a historic weekend! We are LIVE right now breaking down EVERYTHING from UFC 324, where Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett delivered an instant classic. We're kicking off a massive new partnership with the legends at @allthesmoke and @atsfight, and we have a star-studded lineup to dissect it all. You get the insider perspective you can't find anywhere else, straight from the UFC's lead commentator and a former title contender. How does Gaethje's win set up the lightweight division? Did Pimblett earn respect in defeat? What was it like for Alex Perez to get that huge knockout after a tough skid? Jon Anik, Kenny Florian, and coach Ray Longo bring a combined decades of Octagon-side experience to give you the definitive take on the weekend's biggest moments and what comes next. We're also looking AHEAD to UFC 325: Volkanovski vs. Lopes II! Stick around for our Main-Event Challenge segment with @ianparkermma, where we break down the entire card and give you the insights you need before fight night. From the featherweight title rematch to the stacked lightweight battles, we've got it covered. Don't just watch the fights—understand them with us. IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) – Show Open & Big Announcement: Launching our new partnership! (00:04:00) – UFC 324 Deep Dive: Jon and Kenny start the recap of Gaethje vs. Pimblett. (00:22:30) – GUEST: UFC Legend Demetrious Johnson joins the analysis.(00:31:00) – UFC 324 Recap Continued (00:42:10) – Chris Weidman!(01:02:10) – The Ray Longo Minute: Coach Longo breaks down the techniques, with a special appearance from former UFC champ Chris Weidman! (01:12:00) – GUEST: UFC Flyweight Alex Perez talks about his brutal first-round knockout win at UFC 324. (01:23:00) – GUEST: MMA analyst RJ Clifford gives his takes on the weekend. (01:44:00) – Potential Surprise Guest: Could it be Hall of Famer Dominick Cruz? (01:55:00) – DraftKings Promo: Get in on the action for UFC 325. (01:59:00) – UFC 325 Main-Event Challenge: We break down Volkanovski vs. Lopes II and the entire main card with @ianparkermma.(01:18:10) – Place Your Bets for UFC 325 (01:23:00) – Outro & Final Thoughts. This show is powered by our new partners, @allthesmoke and @atsfight! Go subscribe to their channels for more incredible MMA content. ——— SPONSORS (SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT US!): 📈 DraftKings Sportsbook – “The Crown Is Yours” – Use code “AFPOD” for sign-up bonus. ——— 👉 LIKE this video RIGHT NOW! Helps the algorithm SO MUCH! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE & HIT THE BELL! Never miss a live show or episode! https://www.youtube.com/c/AnikFlorianPodcast 💬 COMMENT LIVE BELOW! Answer our Engagement Questions! We read them ALL! 📲 FOLLOW: @jon_anik @kennyflorian @raylongomma 🎧 PODCAST: Listen wherever you get your podcasts! Search "Anik & Florian Podcast"! 🔗 : JonAnik.com | KennyFlorian.com | Download the JON ANIK APP! ——— Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema. org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Tennessee and Kansas, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino &; Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler. net. All games regulated by the West Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg. org. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings. com/sportsbook for details and state-specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftking. com/mmaterms. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4896896856883200

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🔥 LIVE REACTION TO UFC VEGAS 112 IS HERE! 🔥 The voice of the UFC, Jon Anik, and UFC title challenger Kenny Florian are breaking down EVERY punch from last night's wild card in real-time. This is your essential, unfiltered recap with the insider access and expert analysis you can't get anywhere else. We're diving into Manel Kape's stunning first-round knockout of Brandon Royval, Kevin Vallejos' vicious spinning finish of Giga Chikadze, and all the chaos from the final UFC event of 2025. Stick around because legendary coach Ray Longo is joining the show to give his raw, no-BS takes on what these results mean for every division.

🎯 ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS (COMMENT LIVE!): 

1) Does Manel Kape deserve the next flyweight title shot? 

2) What was the most impressive performance from UFC Vegas 112?

IN THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) Show Open & Welcome

(00:04:50) Headlines & UFC Vegas 112: Royval vs. Kape Full Recap

(00:31:00) DraftKings Betting Insights & Best Bets

(00:33:00) Ray Longo Minute: Technical Breakdown & Fight Analysis with the Legendary Coach

(01:04:00) Final Thoughts, Show Wrap, & How to Support the Podcast

This show is presented in partnership with DraftKings Sportsbook and Jose Cuervo. Download the DraftKings app and use code ANIK for a special offer. Follow the show and the hosts: @jon_anik (Jon Anik App, JonAnik.com), @kennyflorian (KennyFlorian.com), @raylongoMMA, and @brianpetrieMMA. The Anik & Florian Podcast airs live on the DraftKings YouTube channel and the DraftKings Network every Tuesday and Thursday.

UFC Vegas 112 RECAP: Kape's SHOCKING KO, Vallejos' Spinning KO, Ray Longo LIVE, End of ESPN Era

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EP. 578: UFC 323 REACTION: Anik, Florian & Ray Longo on Petr Yan vs Merab, Van/Pantoja Aftermath + Royval vs Kape Bets LIVE with Brian Petrie

UFC 323 fallout is here and it was chaos. New champs, wild moments, legacy-altering results. Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are live to break down Merab Dvalishvili vs Petr Yan 2, the title shakeups, and what it all means for the divisions heading into 2026. If you woke up searching “UFC 323 recap” or “Merab vs Yan 2 reaction,” you’re in the right place. 🔥

Then the crew turns the page to UFC Fight Night: Royval vs Kape at the UFC Apex. With @raylongoMMA dropping coach-level insight in the Ray Longo Minute and betting sharp @brianpetrieMMA joining for the Main-Event Challenge, you’re getting a full board breakdown: Gillian Robertson vs Amanda Lemos, Kennedy Nzechukwu vs Marcus Buchecha, Morgan Charriere vs Melquizael Costa, Cezary Oleksiejczuk vs Cesar Almeida, Kevin Vallejos vs Giga Chikadze, and the flyweight main event Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape. This is where sharp fans come for game plans, matchups, and angles. 🥊

IN THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) Opening comments, DraftKings billboard
(00:06:30) UFC 323 recap in Headlines presented by Jose Cuervo: Merab vs Yan 2, title changes, upsets, and who won the night
(00:31:00) GLD :60

(00:33:00) MORE UFC 323 RECAP
(00:41:56) Ray Longo Minute with @raylongoMMA
(01:11:00) Pronunciation of the Week presented by Total Wireless
(01:13:00) DraftKings :60 (NFL version)
(01:14:00) Main-Event Challenge with @brianpetrieMMA
(01:30:00) Place Your Bets – allocating $1K on UFC Fight Night: Royval vs Kape with DraftKings Sportsbook
(01:33:00) Outro and final thoughts – Jon and Kenny on what’s next, plus JonAnik.com, KennyFlorian.com, and the Jon Anik App

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THE LAST EVER PPV PREVIEW!! 🏆 Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are LIVE from the DraftKings Studio with your ESSENTIAL guide to a massive UFC 323! We're breaking down TWO huge title fights: the bantamweight rematch between dominant champion Merab Dvalishvili and the ever-dangerous Petr Yan, PLUS flyweight king Alexandre Pantoja putting his belt on the line against the surging young contender Joshua Van. Get expert technical analysis, behind-the-scenes insights you won't find anywhere else, and sharp betting angles for every single fight on the card. You're watching live, so join the chat right now! 🥊 We're bringing you all our signature segments, starting with the Cuervo "First Shot" on the UFC 323 title fights. Then, we'll hit the biggest HEADLINES in MMA and get the unmatched flavor and wisdom from the one and only Ray Longo in the RAY LONGO MINUTE. Fourth-degree BJJ black belt Ken-Flo then takes on handicapper Brian Petrie in the MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE, breaking down every fight from the early prelims to the main card. We're putting it all on the line with $3,000 in curated betting plays for UFC 323, sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook. Don't miss our PRONUNCIATION OF THE WEEK to make sure you're saying every fighter's name correctly! You're getting live, unfiltered reaction and analysis that only Anik and Florian can provide. We're breaking down the betting odds for Jalin Turner vs. Edson Barboza, the return of Henry Cejudo against Payton Talbott, and the pivotal flyweight clash between Brandon Moreno and Tatsuro Taira. Smash that like button, subscribe to the channel, and hit the notification bell so you never miss our live shows! Sharing this stream with your fight fan friends helps us grow and keep delivering this content every week. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:00) OPENING COMMENTS with Jon Anik and Kenny Florian (00:03:24) CUERVO FIRST SHOT: Early UFC 323 Title Fight Thoughts & Picks Tease (00:08:52) HEADLINES Presented by Jose Cuervo: MMA News & Notes, UFC 324 and 325 Announcements (00:29:25) RAY LONGO MINUTE with @raylongoMMA

(00:59:59) DRAFTKINGS LIVE READ (UFC 323) (01:02:00) PRONUNCIATION OF THE WEEK: Iwo Baraniewski (01:06:00) MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE with @brianpetrieMMA: Full UFC 323 Card Breakdown & Picks (01:38:00) PLACE YOUR BETS: $3,000 in UFC 323 Betting Plays (01:40:00) OUTRO & FINAL THOUGHTS SPONSORS 📈 DraftKings Sportsbook – “The Crown Is Yours” – Bet smarter with our expert insights! 🍹 Jose Cuervo – Fuel fight night with the tequila that invented tequila. 📲 FOLLOW THE CREW: @jon_anik | @kennyflorian | @raylongoMMA | @brianpetrieMMA 🎧 PODCAST: Listen wherever you get your podcasts! Search "Anik & Florian Podcast"! 🔗 LINKS & BETTING PICKS: JonAnik.com | KennyFlorian.com | Download the JON ANIK APP! 🎯 ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS (For people to COMMENT LIVE!) --- Who wins the bantamweight rematch: The relentless Merab Dvalishvili or the technical striker Petr Yan? --- Is Joshua Van the fighter to finally dethrone flyweight king Alexandre Pantoja? --- What's your lock for the biggest underdog winner on the UFC 323 card? Drop your MAIN CARD Performance of the Night prediction in the chat! UFC 323 Preview LIVE: Merab vs Yan 2, Pantoja, Moreno + UFC 2026: Gaethje vs Paddy, Volk vs Lopes ___ SUBSCRIBE: https://youtube.com/draftkings/?sub_confirmation=1 TWITTER: https://twitter.com/DKNetwork INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dknetwork/ DRAFTKINGS NETWORK: https://dknetwork.com

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