The Hurt Business

In today's episode, Fares reacts to all the action from last weekend!

Starting with the heavyweights, Daniel Dubois KO's Fabio Wardley in just two rounds (0:49), followed by Sebastian Fundora's buzzer-beating knockout and the controversy surrounding it (6:03).

Then, we head to UFC Edmonton, where Canada's own Mike Malott delivers a highlight-reel finish against Joaquin Buckley (10:33). Plus, the card's biggest winners and losers and what's next for them (16:16).

To close things out, Fares breaks down the latest news and announcements, including Israel Adesanya vs. Shara Bullet actually happening (19:47) and Farid Basharat reportedly being fired over his performances (20:54).

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On today's episode, Fares breaks down the latest news in the Fight world, starting with Naoya Inoue's recent comments and what they could mean for a future super fight against Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez (0:48). Plus, Floyd Schofield earns his world title opportunity, and Shakur Stevenson shares his thoughts (5:00).

In the UFC, Brendan Allen submits Christian Leroy Duncan in Round 5, making a statement and continuing to build momentum toward a bright future (10:37). All the other standout winners from last weekend's UFC Apex card (14:24).

To close things out, Michael “Venom” Page signs with Misfits Boxing, adding another interesting chapter to his combat sports career (18:46).

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Sean Strickland is speaking out about UFC fighter pay, and we break down his latest criticism of how fighters are compensated (0:35). We also discuss Nassourdine Imavov’s latest move and his hunting for Sean Strickland (4:25), along with the growing buzz around a potential Shakur Stevenson vs. Devin Haney boxing match. With both fighters appearing to agree to the matchup on social media, we break down whether this fight could actually happen (7:38).

Plus, we preview the biggest fights to watch this weekend and highlight the matchups you won’t want to miss (10:33).

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In todays ep, we break down the biggest winners, losers, and storylines coming out of the night. We kick things off with the possibility of Charles Oliveira vs. Diego Lopes (0:36), before discussing Alex Pereira’s return against Sergei Spivak (1:53). 

We also get into Natalia Silva’s big win over Wang Cong (5:14), Valentina Shevchenko’s response (7:32), and what could be next for Payton Talbott (8:37). From there, we talk about King Green falling short against Esteban (12:14), Roberto Soldic making his UFC debut (14:30), Roman Kopylov CHIN CHECKING Ateba (16:51), Imanol’s TKO finish (18:40), and Damien Pinas’ power being something to keep an eye on (20:07). 

We also discuss Wint’s frustration with the game (21:15), McGee welcoming a UFC newcomer (24:54), Johnny Walker’s heavyweight debut (26:41), and why Jacobe Smith looks like a SCARY prospect (27:46).

To close things out, we look ahead to the upcoming boxing schedule in October (31:04) and the latest back-and-forth between Shakur Stevenson and Devin Haney (31:34). All the biggest stories, reactions, and takeaways from UFC 332 and beyond.

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We kick things off with a breakdown of the Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua press conference (0:00) before getting into The Max Kellerman YAP Problem (0:50). Fury and Joshua finally face off as we break down the moment and what it means for this massive heavyweight matchup (3:06).

We then shift over to UFC 332 main card picks and sleepers (7:48), including our Fight of the Night prediction (12:36). We also discuss the potential return of boxing legends (19:50) and Tony Morello’s NEXT Move? (23:17).

Finally, we dive into VICE TV’s latest Dark Side of the Ring series (24:20) and what makes these combat sports documentaries so damn compelling.

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Mid-week reaction to what’s been a fun week in combat sports following UFC 331.

We kick things off with one of the most entertaining DWCS cards EVER, breaking down everything from the first fight (0:23) to a potential Fight of the Year between Piero Guaylupo and Callum Connor (2:03).

During the card, Carlos Prates dropped some BIG hints about what could be next (5:45), while Alvi Dasuyev lived up to the hype (7:14).

Plus, Sean Strickland gets into an accident outside the gym (9:19), the Paulo Costa vs. UFC feud continues to build (10:47), and some HUGE boxing news:

🥊 Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua is officially happening — with the location and date announced (12:45).

And finally, the fights I’ll be watching this weekend (15:27).

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In today’s episode, Fares breaks down all the big action from the world of fight sports last weekend.

UFC 331: Joshua Van proves he IS the champ (0:58). Arman stamps himself as the next man up for Gaethje (9:57), painting the perfect picture at the top of the lightweight division (14:35). Sean Sharaf is the HERO of the card (16:27). Pitbull delivers a vintage performance (20:43). Alonzo Menifield shows levels to the dawg inside (21:59). Plus, thoughts from the prelims (24:47).

UFC 334:The MSG card is officially announced (33:57). Then, looking ahead to this weekend as Raul Rosas Jr. takes on Robelis Despaigne in the Apex (41:48).

BOXING: Pitbull Cruz defends his interim title against Puerto Rico’s Nestor Bravo in a strange clash (43:07). Jesus Ramos Jr. pulls out (47:11). More boxing news as Hamzah Sheeraz vacates (49:56), plus some highly anticipated returns on the horizon (52:46).

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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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