A few fights that Chael was looking forward to went sideways this week. As a result, it's time to take a moment to think what could have been in the sport of MMA if random injuries didn't occur. Also, does MMA need a forfeit option?

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What Could Have Been

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No UFC this past weekend, but a bunch still happened in the combat sports world! Allow me to get into it on today's episode.* Here's what to expect:A hindsight look at Ryan Garcia's antics leading up to his fight with Devin Haney (00:00)Michael Chandler says his bout agreement with Conor McGregor hasn't been signed ... uh oh (09:58)Comparisons between Garcia and McGregor (18:02)Whether Max Holloway would put up the BMF belt against Ilia Topuria (27:43)My reaction to the U.S. Olympics wrestling trials (37:38)*All time codes are approximate. To support this fine program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify feed. You want to help me out, don't ya?

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Ryan Garcia's $2 Million Bet Pays Off, and Michael Chandler vs. Conor McGregor Isn't Official...

Guys, there's still so much to get to in the wake of UFC 300! I'm gonna dive way deeper on today's episode. Here's what's coming up in this Friday mega-edition* of the program:Michael Chandler vs. Conor McGregor FINALLY has serious stakes attached to it (00:00)Why I agree with Joe Rogan's take on Max Holloway's knockout of Justin Gaethje (10:45)Ilia Topuria has called out Max Holloway as part of the champ's master plan (21:52)Arman Tsarukyan's dust-up with a fan at UFC 300 (33:14)Jamahal Hill's big mistake against Alex Pereira (41:32)You guys will hate me when you hear who I think Pereira should fight next (53:42)Everyone wants to see Khamzat Chimaev vs. Bo Nickal ... is it time to make it happen? (01:03:35)My thoughts on Ryan Garcia's descent into madness ahead of his boxing fight with Devin Haney (01:13:20)*All time codes are approximate.

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The Greatest Knockout in UFC HISTORY! Plus, Ilia Topuria Flips the Script and Ryan Garcia's Descent Into Madness

What a weekend in Las Vegas at UFC 300! On today's episode, I'm gonna react to everything I saw while taking in one of the best fight cards we've seen in some time.* Here's what's coming up:What I think Max Holloway should do given his newfound leverage (00:00)Why I believe Alex Pereira can already stake his claim as the GOAT (12:10)Conor McGregor is finally set to return ... but will he actually headline UFC 303? (22:58)My respect for both Kayla Harrison and Holly Holm is at an all-time high (32:23)I'm not mad at Arman Tsarukyan, just disappointed (42:22)UFC 300 wrap-up: Bo Nickal's showing, Aljamain Sterling's featherweight debut, and more (52:45)*All time codes are approximate. To support this amazing program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a 5-star rating on Spotify.

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Max Holloway's Many Options, I'm Mad at Arman Tsarukyan, and Is Alex Pereira the GOAT? Plus, I Spoke to Michael Chandler About UFC 303

So, my video producer is out of town, and now I'm in Las Vegas with ESPN. I wasn't sure how I'd get this episode to you, but as always, I've delivered for you. Enjoy this episode* which comes to you recorded from at first a car, and then a treadmill.The latest in the standoff between Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane (00:00)Who do you want to see Paulo Costa fight next, and where the heck is Jared Cannonier? (09:25)Dustin Poirier, Michael Chandler, Conor McGregor, and what's at stake in the lightweight division tomorrow at UFC 300 (13:56)The UFC 300 fight I'm most looking forward to (21:06)Why I'll be watching the Cody Garbrandt vs. Deiveson Figueiredo fight VERY closely (28:54)What I make of Jamahal Hill asking Alex Pereira for his autograph (36:40)To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on Spotify.

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The UFC 300 Fight I CAN'T WAIT to See (It's Not Even on the Main Card). Plus, That Time I Got Anderson Silva's Autograph

I'm at home for today's show, so bear with me as I meander through the hallways of my mansion while waxing poetic about the latest in combat sports. Here's what's coming up:Allegations that came out against Jon Jones this weekend, why I believe this can be a great learning experience for all parties involved, and why this situation reminds me of "To Kill a Mockingbird" (00:00)Similarities between Jones and Lance Armstrong, and why I believe we all owe Jones an apology (13:35)The stakes for Justin Gaethje at UFC 300 on Saturday (23:37)My thoughts on Paddy Pimblett's callout of Renato Moicano, who fights at UFC 300 (28:20)Why I'm not thrilled with how WrestleMania 40 ended (32:16)*All time codes are approximate. Special thanks to this episode’s sponsor -  Draft Kings Sportsbook - visit https://sportsbook.draftkings.com New Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $150 in bonus bets! Gambling problem? Call 1-800Gambler or in West Virginia visit www.1800gambler.net In New York, call 877-8HopeNY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling, call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (in Kansas). 21+ age varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. One No Sweat Bet per new customer. Issued as one Bonus Bet based on amount of initial losing bet. Bonus bets expire 160 hours after issuance. See DKNG.com/mma for eligibility and deposit restrictions, terms, and responsible gaming resources.    

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