In todays epsiode, Fares reacts to all the big action from last weekend. Starting with Ryan Garcia as he smokes Conor Benn in both their Zuffa Boxing Debuts (0:50), and Garcia's future after the big win (3:03). Conor Benn's drastic weight cut (5:05). Benn's Future (7:17).  Teofimo Lopez vs Security & Is that the best unification fight (9:13)? Co-Main Jai Opetea KO's Niko Mikaelian (12:03) Jai and David Benivedes come face to face (15:35) 

News in Boxing as Sherrez vs Janibek heads to purse bids this week..(18:57) and another Tyson Fury Rant (20:05)

UFC Noche, Jean Silva Defends top spot vs Jose Delagado (20:06). Jose's Future (25:34), Brandon Moreno gets hand raised (27:18). People's main event, Tommy McMillen and Marwan Rahiki promise and deliver WAR (28:51), former champ Grasso boxing (34:37). Rest of the Noche Card (36:08) 

Tom Aspinall Vacates..what does this mean? (37:33)

To close the show, we prereview the UFC 331 Card this weekend headlined by Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja (43:43) 

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In today’s episode, Fares reacts to all the action from the fight world over the weekend.

We start with the biggest moment of the weekend as Irish boxing legend Katie Taylor calls it a career in front of 83,000 fans at home, and break down the historical significance of the event (2:06). Then, we head to the other major boxing card as Andy Ruiz Jr.’s return is spoiled by Damian Knyba (10:49), followed by Vito Mielnicki Jr.’s dogfight against “Ammo” Williams (13:23).

UFC Paris delivered BIG finishes EVERYWHERE. We break down Salahdine Parnasse's statement performance (21:12), MVP getting cut off from a win? (25:05), and the rest of the card’s biggest winners (28:24).

UFC 332 gets announced and… it’s stinky poopy (32:56).

Finally, we close out the show with a preview of Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn (36:03).

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Zach Converse is back on The Hurt Business ahead of his upcoming Cage Titans fight on September 12th. We kick things off with the latest on the stache (0:21) before getting into how Zach first found his way into combat sports (3:58), the impact his coaches have had on his development (6:44), and the reality of making the transition into MMA (11:17).

We also talk about the sports Zach grew up playing (15:54), the dangers of overtraining during fight camp (20:29), and his mindset heading into his next MMA fight (27:49). Then we wrap things up with a little fast fire (29:19) — because we can't have a serious fight conversation without getting a few random questions in there.

A good mix of fight camp, MMA, coaching, training, and the personality behind the fighter. Zach is always a fun one to have on, and this one gets into both sides of the game — the work that goes into preparing for a fight and everything that comes with it outside the cage.

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Fares reacts to all the biggest action and storylines from the combat sports world, starting with Umar Nurmagomedov and what happened after UFC Shanghai (0:45), Song Yadong’s gameplan (2:46), and Usman’s reaction (4:41) before breaking down the UFC bantamweight landscape (6:46). We get into Denise Gomes’ SICK elbow (12:37), Kai Asakura’s bantamweight debut (14:35), and the biggest UFC Shanghai winners (16:33). 

Then it’s over to boxing as Fares reacts to Moses Itauma vs. Filip Hrgović (23:26) and asks Andy Ruiz… WHO? (31:11) before recapping BKFC Fenway (32:01) and the highlight of the night (35:43). 

The episode wraps with Mike Perry and Dual One MMA (39:43), Tyson Fury vs. Eddie Hearn & Anthony Joshua (43:59), and Shakur Stevenson’s legendary corner (49:01). 

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In today’s episode, Fares reacts to last weekend’s biggest fights and everything happening across the world of combat sports.

Starting with UFC Sacramento, Gregory “Robocop” Rodrigues defeats Anthony Hernandez after five grueling rounds (0:41). Fares breaks down the biggest winners from the card, including Shamil, Jamal Emmers, Anthony Win, and Marquel Mederos (15:48).

Then, over to boxing, as Teofimo Lopez becomes a world champion once again, capturing a title in his third weight class against Rolly Romero. Fares breaks down the fight, the drama surrounding it, and the biggest takeaways (22:58).

Plus, Teddy Atlas shares his thoughts on Moses Itauma (35:25), RAF 12 continues making a statement for wrestlers (39:21), and Adin Ross faces the consequences of Brand Risk (43:11).

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In today’s episode, Fares reacts to the latest in combat sports, starting with UFC 330 and the Early Prelims featuring Jeremiah Wells (0:48), Neil Magny (2:22), and Lucas Fernando (4:14).

The Prelims continue with Tresean Gore (5:25), Donte Johnson (7:10), and Charles Johnson’s Performance of the Night (8:52). On the Main Card: Edson Barboza retires (13:30), Jalin Turner is back (18:00), Mackenzie Dern’s performance (19:27), and Islam Makhachev’s win over Ian Garry (24:50). What’s next for the champ? (30:21)

Also covering Van vs. Pantoja 2 and UFC 333 (33:14), Anthony Hernandez vs. “RoboCop” at UFC Sacramento (40:46), and boxing news including Sheeraz vs. Janibek (44:35), Berlanga on Sheeraz (47:13), and Teofimo Lopez Sr. & Jr.’s heart-to-heart (50:38).

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In today’s episode, Fares is joined by amateur fighter Jeffrey “Black Shark” Cetoute.

Starting with how he got his fighter nickname (0:30), Jeffrey talks about his current team, Gym RaJasi Muay Thai (1:29), and how he got into the fight game (2:36). He shares stories from his early tournaments, including the USA Novice Tournament (7:29), before discussing his team’s upcoming WAK Kickboxing Tournament in Baltimore (10:02).

Jeffrey then previews his upcoming bout at Combat Zone 93, where he looks to rematch former opponent James Johnson (14:58). We talk about the training partners who have helped prepare him for the fight (23:59), his trip to Thailand last year, and the impact the culture had on him (25:41).

Closing out the episode with the Fast Fire Segment (32:46).

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In today’s episode, Fares reacts to last weekend’s action across the fight world and looks ahead to what’s in store this weekend.

Quillan Salkilld shows up and DOMINATES Mateusz Gamrot (0:32), thoughts on the rest of the card from the APEX (5:30), the NEW UFC APEX Center (14:10), Dana White announces the UFC Noche card (16:22), previewing this weekend’s UFC 330 card (21:21), MMA GOAT talk (22:42), Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry (25:02), and Mackenzie Dern vs. Maycee Barber picks (27:41).

Then, over to boxing, as Zuffa heads to Ireland and brings home its latest star, Callum Walsh (33:35), before a NEW IBF Middleweight Champion is crowned in Aaron McKenna (34:45).

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 In today's episode, Fares sits down with Julian "Jiggy" Connerton ahead of his highly anticipated pro debut. They discuss the highs and lows of his amateur career (0:22), what went into preparing for his professional debut (7:47), the impact of his recent move to Boston, MA (10:51), the roller coaster of life's side quests (16:15), the teammates and training partners who helped shape his journey (20:28), and close with the advice he'd give to his younger self (25:25). 

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In today's episode, Fares is joined by Muay Thai fighter Romani Alicea ahead of his WBC 168 Amateur National Title fight on August 8.

We kick things off by discussing Romani's recent move to Florida (1:00) and what goes into finding the right gym (6:32). We also touch on the growing popularity of Muay Thai in the United States (9:55).

Since Romani's last appearance on the podcast, he's stayed busy in the ring. We break down his recent performances, including his fights against Kenny Mosso (12:25) and Kenny Ferris (18:27).

From there, we dive into his preparation, mindset, and what it means to compete for a WBC National Title (21:36).

We wrap things up with a fast-fire round (28:19) before Romani gives some love to his teammates and coaches.

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