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Unbeaten Daniel Gonzalez is set for the first main event ofhis career. April 22nd at Texas Elite Boxing in Amarillo Texas thePower & Glory pugilist will square off with Rudy Montenegro.
Topics include:
· Kind of fight Daniel is expecting.
· Taking a step up in competition
· Adjusting his style
· Learning from local veteran pugilists
· What it will take to continue to be successful
Mika Frankl sits down Nassir Williams as he’s embarking in his Martial Arts journey. May 4-7 “Nas” is heading to for a National Kickboxing tournament.
Talking points include
•How he found martial arts
•Kickboxing Tournament in May
•How his time in the army made him mature
•What lead to coming to train at Jacksonwink MMA
•The influence Maurice Jackson & Coach Wink have been
•The man he’s determined to fight
•Finding Health
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Mika Frankl is joined by United Fit’ Mark “The Hoss” Hussey. The amateur middleweight mixed martial artist will step into the cage for the third time at High Altitude Face Off XI.
Topics include.
- Returning to Adams State University for this fight
- Takeaway from win at FightWorld MMA 28
- How it felt to be back in the cage after injury
- What the coaches want to see from Mark
- The weight-class he intends to compete at as a professional
- Expectations for the upcoming fight
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After nine-years of Martial Arts training Dwight “Akuma”Maters will make his pro debut April 14th in the main event of JW Fights at the Jacksonwink Academy against Shawn Morgan.
Topics include:
· Turning pro as a Boxer first
· Issues finding fights
· Taking this fight at Super-Heavyweight
· His assessment of Shawn Morgan
· The focuses during this camp
· Using the confidence, he’s earned
· Coach with the adaptive MMA program
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Jalin Fuller joins Mika Frankl ahead of fighting for the vacant LFA welterweight title in the main event of LFA 156 against Trey Waters.
Topics include:
•The Upcoming fight
•What it will take to be successful
•Evolving submission game
•Timing of the title fight
•Competing against a fellow striker
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Mika Frankl is joined by Gulf Coast MMA 19 headliner Joshua Weems who’ll be facing fellow UFC vet Brandon Davis April 14th tosee who the best bantamweight in Mississippi is.
Topics include:
· His introduction to MMA
· Having a diverse submission game
· How this fight came together
· Keys to victory
· How this fight is a challenge
· Seeking out Knowledge
· Wanting spot in the ufc back
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At Legacy Boxing Promotions “New Era” Josh Rodriguez will make his pro debut against El Paso’s Jason Lugo. Mika Frankl caught up with the Power & Glory fighter at Jack Candelaria Boxing to reflect on his amateur journey and how he feels ahead of the fight.
Topics include
•His introduction to the sport
•What memories stick out most from the amateur run
•His passion for the sport
•Thoughts on the upcoming
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Mika Frankl sits down with Abraham Perez at the Bob Foster Museum ahead of his first professional title fight. The Main event of Legacy Boxing Promotions “New Era” will see “The Hammer” & Jeronil Borres battling for the vacant IBF Intercontinental Flyweight Title. Topics include. • Why the timing is right for the first title opportunity • Late opponent change• His game and how its improving • How Boxing was something he came to love• Being in the Spotlight• What he expects the fight will look like
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Unbeaten Leonid “Baby Drago” Grachev joins Mika Frankl at the Bob Foster Museum discuss facing Chad Davis in the co-main event of April 8th’s New Ear from Legacy Boxing Promotions. We get into how difficult a fight this will be and how he’ll be pushed in this matchup. Grachev talks about how he’s lifting weights for the first time during his boxing career and how heavyweight allows him to play with his physique.
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Brian “La Bala” Mendoza discusses his April 8th WBC title against Sebastian Fundora. We reflect on the journey Brian taken to get to this point and his breakthrough moment. Brian shares how motivating it was to be at Benavidez vs. Plant. The Rio Rancho native also explains why he’s feeling no pressure ahead of the fight. And why the 29-year-old believes he can expose Fundora’s weaknesses. Mendoza also shares what the move to Las Vegas to train with Salas Boxing has meant to his career.
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The feature women’s fight on the Legacy Promotions “New Era” card will see Katherine ReneeLindenmuth against Danielle Saldanha. The Rosales trained pugilist is comingoff a landmark performance defeating Lorraine Villalobos on a Golden Boypromotions card. We get into what it was like fighting on such a big stage andhow the fight played out. She’s tasted success, the bright lights but Lindenmuthisn’t letting it get to her head as remains focused and driven for success.This mother, student, lifelong athlete and now boxer details how mentality isevolving and how she’s working harder than ever before.
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Bare Knuckle Fighting Championships is in Delray Beach Florida this Friday for BKFC 38. The main event will see the debut of Daniel Straus against former BKFC champion Dat Nguyen. Straus has been to the top of the mountain as a two-time Bellator Featherweight world champion, overcome a motorcycle accident that nearly took his ability to walk, and throughout it never lost his desire to fight. We get into the upcoming fight, what training camp has been like, and his outlook on this new endeavor.
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At Fightworld MMA 28 will see Celine Haga returning to Albuquerque for a highly anticipated showdown with Amber Brown. A long time MMA practitioner Haga has trained around the world. The journey led Haga to Factory X in Colorado and she catches me up on how her fight philosophy has evolved. Celine also talks about getting back to the basics, finding herself, and separating the gym from her regular life.
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At Fightworld MMA 28 Amber Brown will step in the cage in her home state for the first time since her pro debut. "The Bully" will be squaring off with sneaky grappler Celine Haga in a bout that's been rumored to happen for several years. Brown had been scheduled to end a three year layoff at LFA 137 before a family tragedy struck. Never one to shy away from adversity Brown feels this is the time to get back in the cage.
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At UFC 285 rising Strawweight Tabatha Ricci will battle former title challenger Jessica Penne. The fight was originally scheduled for November and the rebooking gives Ricci in her fourth UFC fight her first taste of a big crowd. After three fights at the Apex Ricci will step inside the octagon in a packed T-Mobile arena. We also get into Tabatha's friendship with Julija Stoliarenko, the strange manner the fight with Polyana Viana played out, and where the "Baby Shark" nickname came from.
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Hungry to get a world title fight, unbeaten Abel Mendoza is finally getting positioned for national recognition. February 24thTriller Fight Club presents Tapia Fight Night at the Rio Rancho Events Center giving the former ABF Intercontinental Americas Featherweight and WBC Fecombox Super Featherweight title holder the platform to draw world-wide attention. Mendoza shares what it was like going to South Korea and competing in an exhibition on a Manny Pacquiao exhibition card. We start to look at the future and the big names he’d like to share the ring with. We also set the record straight on what his record is.
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The bright lights and the big stage are calling. February 23rd Katherine Renee Lindenmuth will have the biggest fight of her career debuting for Golden Boy Promotions against two-time world title challenger Lorraine Villalobos. This past September Lindenmuth went on the road for the first time as a professional learning many lessons from fighting Yadira Bustillos in Salt Lake City. Katherine is under the tutelage of Tony Rosales who’s been finding new ways to push his fighters training to the next level for this huge challenge.
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Mika Frankl talks with Alandria Brown ahead of her LFA 153 fight with Rachel Martinez. This one has been awhile in the making as they’ve already been scheduled to fight twice prior. We get into how training camp has gone, what it will be like fighting a fellow wrestler for the first time, and how she made a home at CSW. Alandria also shares how her style is a complete contrast from the fighter she originally envisioned herself being.
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Power & Glory Boxing’s “Bombita” Lorenzo Benavidez will be in a rematch at Tiller Fight Clubs Tapia Fight Night against Jordan Gregory. Learn how this fight came together, how Lorenzo felt about the first meeting, & the adjustments he’s made to be more effective. Benavidez won’t be the only fighter from his team on the card he’ll be joined by his running body and oldest teammate Jordanne Garcia. We also talk about what it means to be fighting at the Rio Rancho Events Center and his 49ers.
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Gene “The Kid” Perez has nearly done it all. From Muay Thai to Boxing, MMA, and even Bare-Knuckle MMA. February 17th at BKFC Knucklemania 3, Perez will have his first Bare Knuckle Boxing match against Eric Dodson. The 44-fight vet talks about what doing Bare-Knuckle MMA was like. The Belen native also shares his plan to put Dodson through a gut check. Plus what it means to him to be competing on this stage.
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Mika Frankl talks to Steve Trujeque following a successful pro debut at Wrecking Crew Promotions The Rumble at Revel. Trujeque had to overcome some early adversity to get his hand raised as is the story of his life.
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Mika Frankl caught up with Maximus Moya after his decision over Jazzma Houge at The Rumble at Revel.
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Josh Torres recounts what led to his unanimous decision win over Todd Manuel. We also get into what is a busy month for Team Pitbull with a pair of guys fighting at BKFC Knucklemania 3 & Josh's fight at Tapia Fight Night. "Pitbull" also get into how hard it was to keep focus on this fight with another one looming.
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Matthew Griego improved to 13-0 after a knockout of Bryan Aquino. "The Diamond Boy" talks about his performance & addresses the controversy surrounding the fight.
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Anthony Sanchez joins Mika Frankl for a conversation about his BKFC debut. At Knucklemania 3 Sanchez will rematch Derek Perez taking their rivalry from the cage to the ring. In August of 2021 Sanchez beat Daniel Arriaga in the first sanctioned Bare-Knuckle fight in New Mexico state history winning a School of Hard Knocks title.
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The Brown Bomber is set for his second fight with BKFC. At Knucklemania 3 Wilfredo Santiago Jr. will square off with Noah Cutter. The win at BKFC 28 was the official debut to the sport that the Massachusetts's native who's made a home for himself in Albuquerque in recent year, was very familiar with from his youth. The days of street fights are long gone as Santiago is now and entrepreneur with a budding business that he's hands on with while still preparing for February 17th .
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Mika Frankl caught up with the BKFC Women’s Flyweight champion Christine “The Misfit” Ferea after the Knucklemania 3 press conference. During the press conference it was announced that Ferea will be facing a former WBC Boxing champion from Thailand who’s 2-0 in BKFC in a non-title bout. This will be consecutive fights for Ferea in the Land of Enchantment and she’s making a second home at Sanchez Brother Boxing. The further we get into “The Misfit’s” title reign were seeing more of her personality come out.
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Big show vet Kevin Croom will be returning to his second home the Duke City for a scrap at Knucklemania 3 with Chevy Bridges. The UFC vet talks about making the move to Bare Knuckle from MMA and shares his plans for success in the sport, and how freeing the sport is. Croom also dives into why he doesn’t over analyze his opponents and he’s embraced mustache life.
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I caught up with Jayme “Atombomb” Hinshaw at Fit NHB just before training. At Knucklemania 3 the former KOTC champion will take on BKFC vet Charisa Sigala. Hinshaw chats me up about how camp is going, the win at BKFC 28, what will make the difference at Knucklemania 3, & the toughness it takes to compete in Bare Knuckle.
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Chevy Bridges is my guest ahead of his Knucklemania 3 fight with UFC vet Kevin Croom. The "Wild Man" will be returning to the squared circle after a year on the sidelines due to injury. We deep dive into what the last year has been like for Bridges and how its bettered him as a person. Chevy shares his thoughts on the mele at the Knucklemania press conference. And how he feels about coming back to Albuquerque where he lived and trained for several years.
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Jesse Tafoya looks to add a second pro title to his collection at PFC 26 when he faces Jesus Urbina for the vacant PFC Flyweight championship. “The Tornado” has won four fights in a row with three coming by first round finish. We get into the adjustments Jesse made to go on his win streak. And the relationship he has with martials arts.
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It’s been nearly three years since Jordanne Garcia fought. At Wrecking Crew Promotions, The Rumble at Revel she’ll step back in the ring. We dive into the roots of her “OMG” nickname. The time away gave Jordanne the time to experience life and fall back in love with the sport. We also get into some dark times Jordanne has had to fight through over the last year.
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Nick Gonzalez explains why a Bare-Knuckle fight is the fitting ended to the competitive part of his combat sports career. He also reveals when he was sold on Bare-Knuckle and why he likes the sport. We also talk about the ever growing team at United Fit that Gonzalez is part of. At Knucklemania 3 “St. Nick” will make the walk one last time for his BKFC debut against Lardy Navarro.
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Mika Frankl got a minute with BKFC president David Feldman prior to the Knucklemania 3 press conference at Tingley Coliseum. We cover John Dodson’s amazing debut and the future of the BKFC flyweight division. No one can stop talk about the battle on I-25 were Diego Sanchez will square off with Austin Trout. The main event is a grudge match that will unify the BKFC Light-Heavyweight title. Plus news on two more additions to the card.
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A lifelong athlete chasing success, Michael Petersen is determined to have his career as a pugilist surpass his time playing baseball. A rough start to his professional Boxing career forced Petersen to make some major changes like relocating from Clovis to Albuquerque. At the Rumble at Revel, Petersen, in search of his allusive first pro win will square off with Justice Jiron.
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John Dodson will have a quick turnaround from his first round knockout win at Rizin 40 to facing Jarod Grant at Kuncklemania 3. The first round knockout of Hideo Tokoro followed a first round knockout of Ryan Benoit at BKFC 28. "The Magician" isn't satisfied with just being successful in multiple sports but has some historical goals he's pursuing.
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From the Bob Foster Museum MMA Legend Diego “The Nightmare” Sanchez and his Boxing coach, top notch pugilist Josh “Pitbull” Torres sit down with Mika Frankl. The two “Duke City” warriors are teaming up ahead of Sanchez’s Bare-Knuckle debut. A cross sports spectacular that highlights New Mexico’s in state rivalry of north vs south, Albuquerque’s Sanchez a long time vet of the UFC against former world champion Boxer Austin “No Doubt” Trout form Las cruces. As Torres's coaching career continues to expand his own fighting career is about to hit overdrive as he's scheduled to compete at The Rumble at Revel on February 4th & Tiller Fight Clubs Tapia Fight Night on 24th.
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“The Diamond Boy” is right in the center of the spotlight. The Center peace of Wrecking Crew Promotions will face Bryan Aquino in the main event of The Rumble at Revel on February 4th. Sick of being on the sidelines Griego and his family have taken control of his Boxing future setting up the toughest fight they can to keep pursuing the dream he’s had since he was five years old.
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Josh “Pitbull” Torres will get his 2023 gong by facing Todd Manuel in the co-main event of The Rumbel at Revel. Torres shares the big goals he has for an active year. “Pitbull” also touches on how being fit has helped prolong his twenty-year career in the sport. A career that’s spanned through a couple different generations of fighters. While he’s confident about February 4th Torres recognizes he has a game challenge in his path. Torres’ fighting career is just as active as his coaching career which includes being in Maximus Moy’s corner on this card and in the corners of Josh Moreno & Diego Sanchez at KnuckleMania 3.
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Legacy Fighting Alliance returns to the land of 10,000 lakes this Friday for LFA 150. Duke City MMA’s Jalin Fuller will face the streaking, Scott Writz a fight that “The Gentleman” welcomes, as it’s taken quite the effort for him to find a willing dance partner. Fuller lets us know what he’s been working on over the last eight months & what difference will see in his performance. And Jalin shares what his new years resolution is for 2023.
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After four years away from competition “The Kamikaze” will be throwing down this Saturday in El Paseo in a muay Thai fight with 4oz gloves. Kam is a dedicated driven individual running his own business and still getting to the gym every night. Not having fought in some time Kam has kept learning, been a coach and a corner giving him a front row seat to the continued evolution of the sport. This fight will be a different kind of challenge as Jumawan will be competing at the heaviest weight he ever has.
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Fit NHB Heavyweight Billy Ray Valdez is set to make his pro debut at Cage Fury Fighting Championship 116. Between training sessions, I grabbed Valdez to reflect on his amateur run and find out about his passion for the sport. We also get into the approach Billy has taken at progressing at the sport. Plus, what separates his game from other heavyweights and what are his strongest attributes.
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Chris Brown is heading into his 8th fight in the LFA. It will be his third main event in a row for the company. But this time the LAF welterweight title is on the LFA. At LFA 148 Brown will face Mexican Olympic wrestler Alfonso Leyva. The two are no strangers as Leyva spent his first six-months of training along side “Breezy the Future” at the JacksonWink Academy. Brown talks about what he remembers about Leyva and how he feels his game has grown. We also get into what Chris’s win over Haris Talundzic proved and how he felt about answering many doubters’ questions at LFA 141. And of course, I need to know what winning the LFA title would mean to capture the LFA title.
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This weekend at Saturday Night Fights at Inn of the Mountain Gods unbeaten Abraham "Hammer" Perez look to improve to 6-0 when he faces his toughest test to date Durango Mexico's David Vargas Zamora. Perez shares his thoughts on the upcoming fight along with how camp went and his unique approach to improving an already stellar defense. The "Hammer" also makes his intentions clear for what of win he shooting for. We also step outside the ring and find out what are his favorite things.
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The main event for Fightworld MMA 27 is a rematch 6-years in the making as Randy McCarty runs it back with Sidiah Parker. Over the last couple of years McCarty has been very active on the boxing scene and explains what’s the biggest adjustments he must make switching between the two sports. Six years is a long time, and “Wreck It” expects that this fight will be a different one as both have grown. And we find out how Randy’s game has improved over the last year.
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At Saturday Night Fights at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Xavier “X-Man” Madrid will face Clinton “The Native Kid” Chavez. The “X-man” join me from his new spot Madrid Sports Performance to talk about opening his own facility after having to get creative with his training. Of course, we talk about the match-up with Chavez and why it’s been in the making for a while. Madrid also touches on the adjustments he made since his last fight at the beginning of the year.
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This past March Freddy Sandoval on ten-days returned to the cage for the first time in more than twelve years at Bellator 276. With a full camp to prepare Sandoval will face Eric Mcconico Jr. at Freedom Fight Night 3 November 4th. The head coach at Sandoval Fight Systems for this camp Sandoval has let go of the reigns and went back to being a student. The mental side of MMA is a giant aspect of the game. We touch on confidence and what of performance would he be satisfied with.
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The main event of Fury FC 71 will see Andres “The Bullet” Quintana against Nate “The Natural” Richardson. Mika Frankl caught up with “The Bullet” at Luttrell/Yee MMA & Fitness to talk about a whole list of things. At Fury FC 57 Quintana fell short of winning their Featherweight title accepting the fight with an opponent nearly 5 lbs. overweight. He also had to overcome a broken jaw that required two surgeries. We of course cover what is expected to happen November 6th when two high level strikers go to battle. Lastly, I find out why Andres is so dedicated to his craft.
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UFC Fight Night this weekend Steve Garcia return to the Featherweight division for a meeting with Chase Hooper. The “Mean Machine” talks about everything leading up to UFC 274, getting acclimated to the time change, and it all led to his return to 145 lbs. Garcia a former Bantamweight also addresses getting used to fighting opponents taller than himself.
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Lydia Warren is an ascending Women's MMA talent garnering more and more buzz. For the last five years Lydia has been training at the JacksonWink Academy under the tutelage of world class coaches and alongside of some of the best to ever do it. Earlier this year she made a successful pro debut. And then went viral for exposing a perv at her regular job. We also get into the message Lydia wants to get out and what are some of her favorite things. And why she not forcing anything.
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Hours before jumping on a plane heading for Fusion Fight League in Boise, Idaho, Javier Cepeda joined Mika Frankl to talk about this short notice opportunity. Cepeda will be facing Noah Shultz Saturday night on Fite in the co-main event. The Luttrell/Yee fighter also describes how his brother and himself are similar to Goku and Vegeta. The Roswell native also talks about where he's at physically and how long he'd actively been looking for fight.
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Mike Jackson joins Mika Frankl ahead of facing Pete Rodriguez at UFC Vegas 62. "The Truth" talks about why he's excited by this matchup and how he expects to preform. Jackson also recounts the multiple fouls he suffered against Dean Barry and how bad they hurt. Plus when he found out how crazy the eye gauge was. Also talk some shop about Mike's beginning doing behind the scenes videos and post fight interviews. Mike also gets into who he been shooting and who's the name coming up on the Texas scene we all should be keeping an eye on.
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Rick Silva creator & owner of ILL Chino Meal Service shares the story of how the company was created. A self-described hustler Silva explains how the pandemic forced him to take control of his financial future. A love of combat sports, some time in the gym, and couple side jobs have all culminated in the knowledge to deliver a high-quality product he stands by. This Duke City entrepreneur explains how he approaches succeeding daily while pushing expansion.
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Jose Luis Sanchez is the kind of fighter who attacks challenge. On the Shakur Stevenson – Robson Conceicao undercard “Guero” will take on unbeaten Jahi Tucker. When I caught up with Jose Luis at the Sanchez Brothers Boxing Gym we talked about the lesson he learned from facing Xander Zayas and how training has been since. As the level of competition has expanded so has the volume and quality of sparring partners. Sanchez has four wins by knockout and feels like he has the recipe to ad a fifth to his resume September 23rd.
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During the summer of 2022 Marquis Smith returned to active competition after a three-year hiatus. Smith won his professional boxing debut and got his multi-fight deal with Fury FC off to the right start stopping Justin Governale at Fury FC 68. Smith also talks about the improvements he’s made over the last few years and the people who’ve helped. And Smith announces when his next fight will be and at what weight-class it will be.
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For the third time in his career Josiah Reyes will be part of an LFA card in Vail Colorado. At LFA 141 Reyes will face Luis Gurule. “The Silver City Strangler” has been in the game for five-years and is still perfecting his nutrition & recovery aspects. Reyes & Gurule coming off wins over each other’s teammates adding to the divisional & territorial side stories to this contest. The Santa Fe fighter also talks about visualization, sharing the card with his longtime teammate Jess Martinez, and what aspects of the game have captivated Reyes recently.
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LFA is returning to Vail Colorado for LFA 141. The main event will see Chris “Breezy the Future” Brown against Haris “The Bosnian Silverback” Talundzic. Brown is returning to the LFA after a controversial loss in the PFL that took some time to get over. “Breezy” is now a 12-fight vet knocking on the door of taking his talents to the next level but must halt the momentum of an unbeaten prospect. The JacksonWink fighter also has a new companion who joins us for the conversation.
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Bare Knuckle Fighting championship is in New Mexico for the first time for BKFC 28. Like many of the locals on the card Joshua Moreno will be having his first Bare Knuckle fight coming over from MMA. Moreno has finishes in all four of his professional wins in the cage including three by knockout which should translate well in Bare Knuckle. The Albuquerque native also shares the tale of the wild health scare he endured since we last saw him compete. Plus, the critical new addition to team Moreno for this camp.
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Fight week for BKFC 28 in Albuquerque, like many fighters on the card this will be Wilfredo Santiago Jr.’s first official Bare-Knuckle fight. But the “Brown Bomber” says this is a return to how thing got handled when he was growing up. Santiago Jr. also explains the influence that BKFC champion Luis Palomino has had on his decision to get into the sport. We last saw the Massachusetts native in action three years ago and he shares a deeply emotional reason for returning. Plus, how fighting is in his blood.
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The co-main event of BKFC 28 will see former UFC title challenger John “the Magician” Dodson against Ryan Benoit. The New Mexico native explains how excited he is to represent his city on a card full of fighter he’s shared the mat with especially his little brother; and how they are challenging each other on fight night. “The Magician” also explains why he’s returning to a weight class where he challenged for a world title amongst other things.
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Eric Dodson followed his brother into MMA, but he was always for something else. John continued his journey in the UFC while Eric was there for every fight-camp he wasn’t compelled to compete himself. That was until Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship came into existence. In his professional fighting debut Eric Dodson will share the card at BKFC 28 with his older brother and the squared circle with Nick Villar.
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Bare Knuckle FC is coming to Albuquerque for the first time August 27th. Of course, the card will include Isaac Valli-Flagg, who’s 3-1 in the sport. It’s been two-years since Isaac’s last fight, and he tells us how camps going. We touch on how excited he is to share the card with some good friends and face a touch foe in Brad Kelly.
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As far as combat sports go Donald Sanchez has almost done it all. August 27th, he adds Bare Knuckle Boxer to the resume. With the new endeavor comes a new weight for the former King of the Cage Champion. A huge draw in the Duke City Sanchez is excited to have his farewell to the fight game come in front of his hometown fans but knows that Jeremy Smith is coming with destructive intension.
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Two and a half years since her last fight Jayme "Atombomb" Hinshaw will be making her Bare Knuckle FC debut August 27th at BKFC 28. The former King of the Cage champion will face Cassie Robb in a rematch of sorts as the two fought an MMA bout in the same venue almost six-years ago. The Fit NHB product explains why she excited to give a new combat sport a try.
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It’s fight week for Fightworld MMA 25. Mika Frankl caught up with Mark Hussey as he heads into his first main event. Hussey is returning to the cage after recovering from a Lisfranc injury. The United Fit product is credentialed on the mat but loves to brawl, battling the label of being just a wrestler while still trying to fight smart is complexed inner battle, and part of his love story with MMA.
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At FightWorld MMA 25 Greg Allen will step into the cage for his second amateur fight. The Sandoval Fight System product talked about the lessons he learned from his debut and why we’ll see an improved version August 20th. Allen also shares his thoughts on facing Xavier Martin and explains the history they have.
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August 20th Ray Vaiza steps into the cage with Armando Valdez at FightWorld MMA 25. Vaiza an experience amateur talks about the challenges of finding a foe. A lifelong martial artist, Vaiza explains how’s he learned to roll with hard lessons and close the holes in his game. The Freddy Sandoval coached fighter also discusses the depth of their relationship.
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Recently Amanda Lovato & Katherine Renee Lindenmuth became friends. On August 13th at Legacy Boxing Promotions “The Lujan Brawl” with the friendship well intact the two will be opponents. Lovato is jumping into the bout as a replacement and talk about how the fight came together. “The Glitch” also explains why this fight makes sense and why these two won’t be holding back. We also look get into Amanda’s winning performance in June in her return to boxing after more than two years. Also what it will mean for Amanda to fight her in Albuquerque for the first time in nearly a decade.
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For the second consecutive Legacy Boxing Promotions event Abraham Perez will be fighting out of the hometown red corner in the main event. August 13th at “The Lujan Brawl” Perez will welcome fellow unbeaten fighter Isaac Anguiano to the Land of Enchantment for a six-round showdown. Perez joins Mika Frankl to talk about how he’s getting use to being in the spotlight, what was the key to his win over experienced vet Alejandro Moreno, and how his defense is so solid. Abraham also shares some new information about his health ahead of his fight with Mulapi Enjani. The Olympian also talks about what’s the next step in rounding out his skill set and how his performance may look different in this fight.
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The main event of Legacy Boxing Promotions “The Lujan Brawl” will see a showdown between the unbeaten prospects. Pomona California’s Isaac Anguiano will travel into enemy territory to square off with the Duke City’s “Hammer” Abraham Perez. Anguiano has cut his teeth as a professional with his first three wins all coming against tough Mexican fighters in Tijuana. Anguiano joins Mika Frankl to talk about what inspired him to get involved in the sport and why he loves Boxing.
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After three years away from competition Amber “The Bully” Brown will be back in the cage on July 29th at LFA 137. The former Invicta FC title challenger will be facing Contender Series alum and Pauline “Pita” Macias in a strawweight bout. Brown fills everyone in on where she been the last few year and what obstacles she had to overcome to get back in the cage. “The Bully” also shares how she left Fit NHB & found her way back.
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Amateur Female Boxer Sharahya Moreu joins Mika Frankl for a conversation about what she’s been up to recently. Moreu has traveled to a couple big camps that’s brought her confidence to an all time high. The “Pueblo Rican” also talks about who inspired her to step out of her comfort zone and become more out going with her platform as an athlete. And what is in the works to hopefully inspire the next generation. We of course also get into how her game is developing and how hard Josh “Pitbull” Torres conditioning sessions are.
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Mika Frankl delivers the latest news from the MMA world. This week there's news from the UFC, Bellator MMA, PFL, LFA, Invicta FC, & One Championship.
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Mika Frankl caught up with Matthew “Diamond Boy” Griego following his six-round unanimous decision win over Gilberto Mendoza at Tapia Promotions MVL1. Griego talks about what he learned about himself in getting the win. “Diamond Boy” also addresses what’s next in the process of developing his skills. We also talk about what Griego is calling his upper jab and how the left hand dictated most of the fight.
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A wrestler, mixed martial artist, and this Saturday Marquis Smith will become a professional Boxer. It's been nearly three years since Smith has competed. The Jackson Acoma fighter will restart his career with his first venture into the Ring against Belen Brawler Derek "Rage" Perez. Smith joins Mika Frankl to talk about the upcoming fight, his decision to move back to New Mexico, and why he's ready to start his fight career again.
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A quick turnaround and short notice. Robert Skorheim will be moving up a weight-class to throwdown with Jack Losowiki at Colorado Combat Club 12 this Friday. The Sandoval Fight Systems product talks about why he took this fight, why he’s been begging for a quick turnaround, why he’s happy to have this fight at 170 lbs., and what gets him excited about this challenge. Plus, why he wasn’t fully satisfied with his win at FightWorld 23. And how this fight will make people take notice.
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MMA is a game of risk versus reward. Is the risk of a loss in a short notice fight worth the reward of a title belt? For Iyean Varela of Sandoval Fight Systems the easy answer was yes. June 17th at Colorado Combat Sports 12 “The Kid” will face Rocky Nava in an amateur flyweight title bout. Varela talks about the camp he’s put together for this fight, how he’s an antagonist, and some clarity into his motivation.
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June 17 at the Paradise Hills Golf course Tapia Promotions will honor the legacy of late world champion Johnny Tapia with day of Boxing. After more then two years away Matthew “Diamond Boy” Griego returns to action against veteran Gilberto Mendoza. Griego talks about how the fight came together, how training with Salas Boxing in Las Vegas has been going, and how motivated he’s been my the birth of his first child.
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Mika Frankl talks to Jared Mcloughlin ahead of his LFA 134 fight with short notice opponent Shane Sobnosky. The Oklahoma native talks about how spending eight months in New Zealand improved his skills & reassured his confidence. Jared also shares how big of influence Brogan Anderson has been on his career. On a four-fight win streak Mcloughlin also addresses coming out of his shell and announcing his presence in the sport. And he makes clear his intentions for his performance at LFA 134.
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June 17 at the Paradise Hills Golf course Tapia Promotions will honor the legacy of late world champion Johnny Tapia with day of Boxing. New Mexico State champion and Johnny Tapia protégé Josh “Pitbull” Torres will face unbeaten Reggie Harris in the main event. Torres talks the upcoming fight, recovering from the first major injury of his career, and what it will be like to coach and fight on the same night.
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Caught up with Maximus Moya at the Team Pitbull Boxing gym to talk about his successful pro debut. The "Gladiator" is expected to be back in the ring for his sophomore appearance June 17th at the Paradise Hills Golf Course. Moya has been in the gym making adjustments he looks forward to Showcasing on the Johnny Tapia Tribute card as he fights alongside his head coach.
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Mika Frankl caught up with Steve "Mean Machine" Garcia Jr. as camp for UFC 275 finishes up, And Garcia Jr. prepares for the journey to Singapore. AT UFC 275 the "Mean Machine" will be fighting his last bout of his courrent contract while welcominng China's own Maheshate to the octagon.
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Mika Frankl is coming with the lastest news from the UFC, Bellator MMA, LFA, & PFL this week. Along with letting you know about the weeks fight schedule.
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Ahead of LFA 133 where he’ll face Bayanduuren Gantumur Josiah Reyes joined Mika Frankl for an in-depth conversation. The “Silver City Strangler” discusses finding balance in life and recovering from months of battling illness following his first-round win at LFA 116. We also touch on how important being musically creative is to Josiah. I get the story of how he bought, gave away, & regained his first guitar. And how he’s learned to have a greater focus on rest & recovery. . Of course, we get to the upcoming fight, how Josiah has gained an edge, and comparing a fight to a final exam.
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Amanda Lovato joins Mika Frankl to talk about her return to the sweet science on June 4th. The Fit NHB fighter will be heading to the Mile High CIty for a long awaited match-up with Randee Morales. We look back on Lovato's recent breakthrough into the win column. And what it took to get her in the right place to perform consistently. A proud memeber of the super moms club Lovato also talks about managing a very busy life with the help of an amazing support system. Plus how many of these super mons are providing and drawing inspiriation for each other. I also get Amanda to talks about her amazing trining partners and key to geting the win June 4th.
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Mika Frankl brings you the latest news from the UFC, Bellator MMA, the Pro Fighters League, LFA, lets you know what the fight schedule looks like for this weekend.
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The Caged Minds FightWorld MMA 23 preview show features interviews with eight competitors from the scheduled 16-fight card.
· • 00:00:54 Tyrel Wisdom
• 00:12:29 Mark Hussey
• 00:21:20 Roberto Esquinca
• 00:32:21 Sarina Ochoa
• 00:42:18 Alfredo Alvara
• 00:50:38 Iyean Varela
• 01:02:59 Victor Santillan III
• 1:19:38 Greg Allen
• 1:29:44 Jacob Diz
FightWorld 23 is Saturday May 21 at the Fit NHB Martial Arts Complex at 1010 Candelaria RD NW Albuquerque, NM 87107. Click to purchase tickets.
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Mika Frankl bringings to yuo the lastest news in the world of MMA. This week there's news from the UFC including big announcements for UFC 276 & 277. Plus news from Bellator MMA, LFA, PFL, & Eagle FC.
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Jordan Espinosa joins Mika Frankl to talk about a host of changes he’s made in his life since his last fight. “The Gamer” gets into what it was like recovering from the first major injury of his career and how much gaming time he was able to get in. The UFC vet also gets into his decision to move and changed gyms. After 14-months away from competition, the longest layoff of his career, Espinosa will be back in the cage May 20th for Combate Global.
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Coming off a first-round submission win over Gage Saunders at LFA 130, Jalin “The Gentlemen” Fuller will make the quick turnaround to face Myktybek Orolbay at LFA 131. I had the chance to catch up with Jalin at Rough Rider Barbell Club to talk about the recent win and what he likes about this matchup. “The Gentleman” also shares the message he felt his performance at LFA 130 and the message he wants to send at LFA 131.
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Mika Frankl bringings to you the lastest new from the MMA world. This week there's news from the UFC, Bellator MMA, LFA, One Championship, & Eagle FC. Plus, this weekends fights schedule.
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Unbeaten Dan “the Determined” Argueta will look to capture the first championship off his MMA career when he faces Diego Silva for the vacant LFA Bantamweight world title in the main event of LFA 131. We look back at Dan’s win in the main event of LFA 123 & what Cub Swanson told him after the win. Dan also shares the story of a huge opportunity he had to pass on recently. We get into the upcoming fight, how Argueta wants to perform, and his desire to pursue greatness.
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This Sunday Jesse Tafoya squares off with Jack Duffy in the main event of Urijah Faber’s A1 Combat One for a flyweight title. “The Tornado” joins Mika Frankl to discuss the upcoming fight. Tafoya also gets into how living in the gym has been a change in a very positive direction. The 26-year-old also shares how he’s maturing as a martial artist. What dose Urijah Faber mean to him. And what it’s like to be learning from a martial artist like Joe Villasenor. Lastly I get Jesse’s anime recommendations and he has a challenge for all Fortnite players.
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Mika Frankl shares the lastest news from the MMA; this week covering the UFC, Bellator & LFA.
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MIka Frankl recaps the action from Legacy Boxing Promoitions "BAttle at 5 Points" and shares a minute with each one of the nights winners.
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Nearly three years since his last fight, Manny Najera will be back in the cage at Force of One FC 9 in Clovis. Najera joined Mika Frankl to talk about his frustration with the layoff, how his skills have been improving, and how his reputation as a grappler drove him to work on his striking.
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For the second time during his amateur career Antonio Vega will step foot in the cage. Vega will be back in action at Force of One Fighting FC 9. The Sandoval Fight System product talks about how his first fight went, how it was different then expected, and how he’s improved since. We also get into how tight nit a group the gym is.
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At Force of One FC 9 Greg Allen will make his amateur debut. It’s a moment that for a multitude of reason has taken six-years to happen. Allen shares the story of how he got involved with combat sports, what fights influenced him. And how he found the team he’s learning the craft from.
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Almost a year since her last fight, Tiani Valle will be back in action at LFA 130 against Hilarie Rose. The Hawaiian now residing in Las Vegas talks about the camp that has her feeling in the best shape of her life. Also, what was there to take away from her LFA debut against Kathryn Paprocki that did go her way. Plus, how Las Vegas has become the 9th Island.
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A multiple sport combat athlete Alejandro “Hondo” Gutierrez will make his professional debut as a Boxer at Legacy Boxing Promotions Battle at 5 Points. “Hondo” shares how camp has gone for the fight and who he’s been sparring. We also get into when he became fascinated by the fight game, his goals, and the great role models he’s been under the wing of.
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At Fury FC 60 Duke City MMA’s “Super” Mario Moore will be making his pro debut. Like most Heavyweights Moore has a propensity to end fights by knockout. Moore full MMA game will put to the test right out the gate as he’ll face seasoned grappler Ricardo Evangelista. Mario also talks about what he’s been working on, how’s he’s improving, and he stopped idolizing people he may fight.
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Team Pitbull member Maximus Moya has been sharping his skills in the gym for a decade. Seven years of amateur competition under his belt, at Legacy Boxing Promotions Battle at 5 Points he’ll make his pro debut. Moya share what he learned from his time in the amateurs and how his game has evolved over time. Plus, what it been like learning under Josh “Pitbull” Torres and having his dad their every step of the way.
(Updated) Fight Card
• Flyweight 6 Rds.: Abraham Perez (2-0) vs. Mulapi Njani (9-7-3)
• Heavyweight 4 Rds.: Jonathan Abeyta (1-0) vs. Leonid Grachev (3-0)
• Bantamweight 4 Rds.: Justice Jiron (0-0) vs. Alejandro Moreno (24-48-3)
• Super-Welterweight 4 Rds.: Daniel Gonzalez (0-0) vs. Manuel Carballo (0-0)
• Welterweight 4 Rds.: Alexis Saucedo (0-1) vs. Daniel Wright (0-1)
• Lightweight 4 Rds.: Maximus Moya (0-0) vs. Joseph Robert Quintana (0-3)
• Women’s Light-Flyweight: Katherine Renee Lindenmuth (0-0) vs. Kara Liebowtiz (0-0)
• Bantamweight 4 Rds.: Saul Gomez (0-0) vs. TBA
• Light-Welterweight 4 Rds.: Alejandro Gutierrez (0-0) vs. Terrance Lee (1-0)
• *Card is Subject to change
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“The Gentleman” Jalin Fuller is returning to the welterweight division with a new commitment to his fitness. There were definitely positives, negatives, and valuable lessons learned from taking short notice fights at middleweight. The next challenge will be at LFA 130 taking on Gage Saunders, a striker in his own right.
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Unbeaten Heavyweights Leo “Baby Drago” Grachev & Jonathan “Pizza” Abeyta are set to collide at Legacy Boxing Promotions Battle at 5 Points. Grachev talks about the very public callout he received from Abeyta and how “Pizza” has been promoting the fight. We also dig into how camp was and how “Baby Drago” has been working to use his advantages and addressing his weaknesses.
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At Legacy Boxing Promotions Battle at 5 Points Power & Glory Boxer Daniel Garcia will make his professional debut. Growing up in a family that was heavily involved in combat sports Daniel always knew he was going to be a fighter. But how did he choose the sport of Boxing and what fight inspired him to follow his dream. Plus, Daniel’s key to staying grounded on fight night.
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At Bellator 277 Calob Ramirez will make his promotional debut against Bobby Seronio III. “The Thunder One” joins Mika Frankl to talk about the recovery from his recent broken hand and how this fight came together. Ramirez also talks about the specific training he did for the Karate style Seronio has. We also get into the hard-working gritty mentality that’s been a trademark of Calob’s mentality. He also discusses leaving no stone unturned preparing for this fight.
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This week Mika Frankl recaps what went down at LFA 128 & UFC 273. And he dives deep into the four main card fights from UFC 273. Also get the latest news from the UFC, Bellator MMA, LFA, & the PFL. Plus, previews of LFA 129, Bellator 277, Rizin FF35, & UFC Fight Night "Luque vs. Muhammad".
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The main event of Legacy Boxing Promotions Battle at 5 Points will see Abraham “The Hammer” Perez against Mulapi “SHUJA” Enjani. The unbeaten prospect from the “Duke City” joins Mika Frank for a discussion about training camp and how he’s been improving. We also get into how Perez feels about taking a step up in competition against a hungry foe. We also dive into confidence, composure, & training philosophy.
(Updated) Fight Card
• Flyweight 6 Rds.: Abraham Perez (2-0) vs. Mulapi Njani (9-7-3)
• Heavyweight 4 Rds.: Jonathan Abeyta (1-0) vs. Leonid Grachev (3-0)
• Bantamweight 4 Rds.: Justice Jiron (0-0) vs. Alejandro Moreno (24-48-3)
• Super-Welterweight 4 Rds.: Daniel Gonzalez (0-0) vs. Manuel Carballo (0-0)
• Welterweight 4 Rds.: Alexis Saucedo (0-1) vs. Daniel Wright (0-1)
• Lightweight 4 Rds.: Maximus Moya (0-0) vs. Joseph Robert Quintana (0-3)
• Women’s Light-Flyweight: Katherine Renee Lindenmuth (0-0) vs. Kara Liebowtiz (0-0)
• Bantamweight 4 Rds.: Saul Gomez (0-0) vs. TBA
• Light-Welterweight 4 Rds.: Alejandro Gutierrez (0-0) vs. Terrance Lee (1-0)
• *Card is Subject to change
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Justice Jiron Joins Mika Frankl to talk about his professional boxing debut at Legacy Promitions Battle at 5 Points. The Manuel Anaya trained fighter will square off with 75-fight veteran Alejandro Moreno. Jiron talks about his amateur career, taking some years off from the sport and finding his way back. We get into why hes taking on sych an experienced opponent for his pro debut. And much more.Follow on social media
(Updated) Fight Card
• Flyweight 6 Rds.: Abraham Perez (2-0) vs. Mulapi Njani (9-7-3)
• Heavyweight 4 Rds.: Jonathan Abeyta (1-0) vs. Leonid Grachev (3-0)
• Bantamweight 4 Rds.: Justice Jiron (0-0) vs. Alejandro Moreno (24-48-3)
• Super-Welterweight 4 Rds.: Daniel Gonzalez (0-0) vs. Manuel Carballo (0-0)
• Welterweight 4 Rds.: Alexis Saucedo (0-1) vs. Daniel Wright (0-1)
• Lightweight 4 Rds.: Maximus Moya (0-0) vs. Joseph Robert Quintana (0-3)
• Women’s Light-Flyweight: Katherine Renee Lindenmuth (0-0) vs. Kara Liebowtiz (0-0)
• Bantamweight 4 Rds.: Saul Gomez (0-0) vs. TBA
• Light-Welterweight 4 Rds.: Alejandro Gutierrez (0-0) vs. Terrance Lee (1-0)
• *Card is Subject to change
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Katherine Renee Lindenmuth will make her pro debut against Kara Liebowtiz at Legacy Boxing Promotions Battle at 5 Points on April 22nd. Lindenmuth joins Mika Frankl to dive into how training camp is going, how this fight still has some amateur feel to it, and how her kids feel about what moms doing.
(Updated) Fight Card
• Flyweight 6 Rds.: Abraham Perez (2-0) vs. Mulapi Njani (9-7-3)
• Heavyweight 4 Rds.: Jonathan Abeyta (1-0) vs. Leonid Grachev (3-0)
• Bantamweight 4 Rds.: Justice Jiron (0-0) vs. Alejandro Moreno (24-48-3)
• Super-Welterweight 4 Rds.: Daniel Gonzalez (0-0) vs. Manuel Carballo (0-0)
• Welterweight 4 Rds.: Alexis Saucedo (0-1) vs. Daniel Wright (0-1)
• Lightweight 4 Rds.: Maximus Moya (0-0) vs. Joseph Robert Quintana (0-3)
• Women’s Light-Flyweight: Katherine Renee Lindenmuth (0-0) vs. Kara Liebowtiz (0-0)
• Bantamweight 4 Rds.: Saul Gomez (0-0) vs. TBA
• Light-Welterweight 4 Rds.: Alejandro Gutierrez (0-0) vs. Terrance Lee (1-0)
• *Card is Subject to change
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Legacy Boxng Promitions will be putting on Battle at 5 Points in April 22nd at the South Valley Sports Compalex. In the nights main event unbeaten Olympic qualifier Abraham Perez squares off with Mulapi “The African Mexican” Enjani. Ahead of the fight Enjani joined Mika Frankl to talk a little bit about his journey from Africa to the United States and how he got involved in Boxing. The 24-year-old knows he’s the underdog and has done everything he can to prepare for April 22nd taking his camp to the world-famous Mayweather gym in Las Vegas. Enjani also shares how his plans for giving back everything he can to those less fortunate.
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Mika Frankl looks back at the highlights from XMMA 4 including John Dodson’s win in the main event. Get the latest news from the UFC, Bellator MMA, LFA, Invicta FC, & the Pro Fighters League. Plus, previews of this weekends LFA 128 & UFC 273 featuring a championship double header.
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Joseph "Jojo" Chavez the first Combat Sportrs Club champion joins Mika Frankl to talk about his championship winning performance in the eight-man tournament at Grapplefest 2. Chavez also talks about how he got in Jiu Jitsu, when he knew it would be a major part of his life, how he got comfortable on the mat, how he found his game, and his future goals.
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After his 2nd round knockout win in the main event of UFC Columbus Curtis Blaydes is back in the thick of the heavyweight title picture. The Alexa Grasso & Manan Fiorot made their moves towards the top of the women’s flyweight division. Angela Lee proved to be the queen of One. And Ozzy Diaz capture the LFA Middleweight title. Mika Frankl also shares the latest news from the UFC, LFA, PFL, & Bellator MMA. And previews this weekends XMMA 4 featuring John Dodson vs. Francisco Rivera.
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This past weekend the UFC was back in London. Tom Aspinall emerged as a serious contender in the heavyweight division. Arnold Allen provide he was ready for the next level of competition. The Paddy train keeps on rolling and there were several finished you must hear about to believe. Plus, the latest news from the UFC, Bellator MMA, LFA, & PFL. This week One championship is celebrating their biggest card ever One X, LFA will crown a new Middleweight champion at LFA 127, & top ten ranked Heavyweights headlined UFC Columbus.
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Time to catch up with an old friend. In 2016 Chevy Bridges was sidelined from MMA due to health concerns. Two-years later he was returning to the cage. Four-years later the “Wildman” still fighting, but the cage has been replaced by the BKFC squared circle. When did he decided to get back in combat sports and what inspired him to go down the path of Bare-Knuckle boxing? Now that he’s all in on the sport what motivates him, what’s the mentality, and what the goals?
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This week Mika Frankl looks back at Karina Rodriguez retaining her Inivcta FC Flyweight title, John Lineker’s title victory at One Championship Lights Out, Kevin Lee over coming Diego Sanchez, a new LFA Welterweight champion crowned in Brazil, Magomed Ankalaev wins his 8thin a row, & Adam Borcis earns himself a future title shot. Also get the latest news from Bellator & the UFC. Along with a preview of UFC London where Alexander Volkov faces Tom Aspinall in the main event.
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This week Mika Frankl looks back at UFC 272. Plus catch up on the latest news from the UFC, Bellator, PFL, & LFA. And there’s previews of this weeks action including Invicta FC 46, Eagle FC 46, LFA 126, UFC Vegas 50, & Bellator 276.
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Freddy Sandoval always answers the phone & says yes; even when it’s been thirteen years between fights. On ten-days’ notice the head coach at Sandoval Fight Systems has accepted a short notice offer to face number six ranked Bellator Middleweight Romero Cotten at Bellator 276. Sandoval joins Mika Frankl to talk about how the fight came together. What kind of preparation he can do in such a short amount of time and why he feels no pressure going into a fight many turned down?
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Saturday March 12th at the Pan Am in Las Cruces School of Hard Knocks promotions will be hosting a night of professional Boxing. The main event will see a Yhorhighness Goldheart Rezzaq faces Jorge Tovar. Rezzaq joins Mika Frankl to talk about the upcoming fight and ends up telling the incredible tail of his life journey. One that exemplifies layers of metal toughness that only few have. And how Rezzaq went from fighting in the streets to fighting to build a future in the ring.
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168 lbs.: Yhorhighness Rezzaq (2-1) vs. Jorge Tovar (2-0)
115 lbs.: Indeya Rofriguez (2-4-2) vs. Amy Salinas (3-1)
155 lbs.: Dewayne Bonds (11-3-1) vs. TBA ()
130 lbs.: Manuel Rubalcaba (4-37-1) vs. Alec McGee (6-2)
140 lbs.: Stephanie Han (1-0) vs. TBA
138 lbs.: Daniel Arriaga (0-1) vs. Daniel Trevino (0-0)
140 lbs.: Ricardo Reyes (3-2) vs. Armando Rodriguez (3-2)
156 lbs.: Garret Lopez (0-0) vs. Victor Aranda (0-0)
160 lbs.: Anthony Jones (0-1) vs. Martin Sollano (2-0)
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Saturday March 12th at the Pan Am in Las Cruces School of Hard Knocks promotions will be hosting a night of professional Boxing. The co-main event will see a rematch between Indeya Rodriguez & Amy Salinas. Rodriguez joins Mika Frankl to talk about how the first fight played out, how the rematch came together, and the magic of a rivalry.
Fight Card
168 lbs.: Yhorhighness Rezzaq (2-1) vs. Jorge Tovar (2-0)
115 lbs.: Indeya Rofriguez (2-4-2) vs. Amy Salinas (3-1)
155 lbs.: Dewayne Bonds (11-3-1) vs. TBA ()
130 lbs.: Manuel Rubalcaba (4-37-1) vs. Alec McGee (6-2)
140 lbs.: Stephanie Han (1-0) vs. TBA
138 lbs.: Daniel Arriaga (0-1) vs. Daniel Trevino (0-0)
140 lbs.: Ricardo Reyes (3-2) vs. Armando Rodriguez (3-2)
156 lbs.: Garret Lopez (0-0) vs. Victor Aranda (0-0)
160 lbs.: Anthony Jones (0-1) vs. Martin Sollano (2-0)
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This week Mika Frankl looks back at One Championship Full Circle, Bellator 275, LFA 125, & UFC Vegas 49. How did two of the best middleweights in the world retain their titles. Also get the latest news from the UFC, Bare Knuckle FC, Bellator MMA, & LFA. Lastly Mika runs down what action is happening this weekend along with previewing UFC 272 and the highly anticipated grudge match in the main event.
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This week Mika Frankl looks back at UFC Vegas 48 & Bellator 274. Get the latest news from the UFC, Bellator MMA, LFA, & Eagle FC. Plus, previews of this week Bellator 275, LFA 125, & UFC Vegas 49.
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Israel Adesanya is currently on one of the most prolickfic title regins the Sport of MMA has ever seen. How dose this regin stack up against the champions who came before him. And what is on the line for "The Last Style Bender" in his nest title defense besides the belt. Mika Frankl discusses.
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This Week Mika Frankl looks back at UFC 271 and what’s next for the guys at the top of the card. Also, some recap of Fury FC 57 & LFA 124. We also catch you up on the latest news from the UFC, Bellator, Invicta FC, Eagle FC. Finish up the show with previews of this weekend UFC Vegas 48 & Bellator 274.
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This Week Mika Frankla looks back at LFA 123 & UFC Vegas 47. Hear the latest news nd fight announcments from the UFC, Bellator, PFL, & LFA. Finally Mika previews this weeks action including Fury FC 57, LFA 124, & UFC 271.
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Andres “The Bullet” Quintana joins Mika Frankl to discuss facing Huseyn Aliev for the Fury FC Featherweight title at Fury FC 57. We also talk about his win over Edwin Chavez at Fury FC 53 and why he didn’t get a UFC contract that night. We also touch on his love of extreme sports, anime, and the books he’s been consuming.
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A jack of all trades Mike "The Truth" Jackson joins Mika Frankl for an in-depth conversation about his Art, his public persona, his journey in MMA media, combat sports, & the upcoming fight with Dean Barry.
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LFA 123 headliner Dan “The Determined” Argueta joins Mika Frankl for an in-depth interview. The Illinois native talks about his journey from the wrestling room to training alongside some of the greatest fighters in world. He holds nothing back in detailing his horrendous weight cut and rehydration at LFA 116, including how close he was to pulling out and going to the hospital. A member of season 29 of “The Ultimate Fighter” we hear how Argueta feels about not yet getting the call to the UFC and his expectation for the upcoming fight.
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It’s fight week for LFA 123. In the feature fight position Josh Streaker will take on Miguel Jacob in his second fight since dropping below 170lbs. We talk about the process of deciding to move down and the fighter he is at lightweight. Josh also talks about the simulated fight he had with coach Brandon Gibson and what it’s like working with “Six Guns”. And what it’s like sharing a sauna with your opponent.
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Mika Frankl recaps the action from Eagle FC 44, the promoitons first event in the U.S. & who walked out as the unified Heavyweight champion at Bellator 273. The lastest news from the UFC, Bellator, LFA, & PFL. Plus previews of LFA 123, headlined by Dan Argueta vs. Mairon Santos & UFC Vegas 47 topped by Jack Hermansson vs. Sean Strickland.
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Heading into his second professional fight Cole Griego joins Mika Frankl to talk about the decision to turn pro. At B2 Fight Series 146 Griego will face Alex Traughber. We touch on everything from what the debut was like, to taking training to the next level, neck tattoos, puppies, & how you can watch his next fight.
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Nearly two years since his last fight, Lorenzo Benavidez returns to the ring at One One Six Boxing Promotions “Fight Night at Austin Peay University” in Clarksville Tennessee. The “Bombita” is scheduled to square off with Robert Daniels Jr. While I have Benavidez I ask him about his new look, his role as elder statesman around Power & Glory, & what the theme of the came was.
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Power & Glory Boxer Jonathan "Pizza" Abeyta joins Mika Frankl to talk about his journey in Boxing. "Pizza" talks about starting the sport in Middle School and his amateur days. After some time, away traveling down the wrong path Abeyta has changed his life. Stepping back in the gym at Power & Glory Boxing, Abeyta won his pro debut in August. Wanting to help kids that may be falling the wrong path Abeyta has his own gym in his hometown of Farmington NM. And we also talk about Jonathan’s second professional fight coming up at One One Six Boxing Promotions “Fight Night at Austin Peay University”.
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Heavyweight mix martial artist Juan Adams joins Mika Frankl to talk about facing Aaron Rosa at Fury FC 56. Adams has won three of his last four fights all by stoppage and talks about how his growth as an induvial has come in and outside of the gym. I also ask Juan about getting recognized at his day job and how he feels having to share his nickname now.
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This week Mika Frankl looks back at LFA 122 & UFC 270. N’gannou retains using wrestling. Figueiredo’s power punching makes the difference. Hear latest news from the UFC, Bellator, LFA & PFL. Plus previews of Eagle FC 44 & Bellator 273.
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The latest name to come of retirement from MMA to give Bare Knuckle Boxing a go is UFC vet Jocelyn Jones-Lybarger. The MMA Lab fighter will face Martyna Krol at Bare Knuckle Fight Night in Jackson Mississippi. Jocelyn tells Mika Frankl about what she did during her time off, how long it took before she was back in the gym, & everything that went into a year process to return to action.
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This week Mika Frankl looks back at Invicta FC 45, LFA 121, & UFC Vegas 46. Also get the latest news from the UFC, Bellator MMA, & LFA. Plus previews of LFA 122 & UFC 270.
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Freddy Sandoval joins Mika Frankl for an in-depth conversation about his coaching & fighting career. Freddy shares the story of how he got involved with Combat Sports. After more then a decade away from competition and during a Pandemic Freddy found his way back to the sport. And in vintage fashion made his professional boxing debut on shorter notice then is believable. Plus, how the journey back to the cage unexpectedly led to Sandoval Fighting Systems.
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Mika Frankl covers the latest news & fight announcements from the UFC, Bellator MMA, & LFA. He also previews this week’s Invicta FC 45, One Heavy Hitters, LFA 121, & UFC Vegas 46.
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Chris “Breezy the Future” Brown joins Mika Frankl to talk about with upcoming fight at LA 121 against Steve Jones. The bout was originally scheduled for LFA 113. Brown shares his take on why that fight was cancelled and the story of how the rebooking came together. Brown reflets on unbeaten 2021 that included a rare win by slam and being a candidate for LFA fighter of the year. What do the goals like for 2022. Plus, we touch on Browns speed, distance management, and defensive style.
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Mika Frankl catches you up on the latest news & fight annoumcents from the UFC, Bellator, LFA, & Fury FC. Then we reset the table on every division in Bellator & the UFC to see what ahead for the champion and who's on the cusp of title contention.
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This week Mika Frankl looks back at UFC Vegas 45 & lets you know who the winners should face next. Plus, the latest fight announcements from the UFC & Bellator MMA along with the biggest headlines in the sport.
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This week Mika Frankl recaps LFA 120 & UFC 269. What’s next for Charles Oliveira & Julianna Pena. The latest next from the UFC & Bellator. A run down of what MMA events are going on around the world this coming weekend. Including a preview of UFC Vegas 45.
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AJ Robb joins Mika Frankl ta talk about his upcoming fight. Nearly two years away from the cage AJ Robb will face Brett Roller at Battle 1 December 11th. Robb talks about how he plans to attack this fight. How awesome fatherhood is. How his musical career is progressing and where you can find it. Plus, a wild story about the adversity that had to be overcome in his last fight.
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Mika Frankl looks back at One Championship Winter Warriors, Bellator 272, LFA 119, & UFC Vegas 44. Off a pivotal weekend for the bantamweight who should be considered the best in the world. The latest fight announcements from the UFC and what did Scott Croker says he has in store for Bellator in 2022. Plus, previews of this weekend LFA 120 & UFC 269.
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Amanda Lovato joins Mika Frankl to talk about picking up her first professional win. We also get into the change of mentality that has help Amanda find success and the extra strength she gained. We also look at her upcoming fight at Battle 1 against Brandi Hancock.
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Amateur Boxer Katherine Lindenmuth joins Mika Frankl to talk about her journey as a pugilist. Katherine tells us about her athletic background that includes having been on the New Mexico Gladiators dance squad and her future goals for boxing. Including her next match this Saturday December 4th for a title belt. Not to mention the example this mother of three is setting for her children not only by what she’s doing athletically, but also professionally, and academically.
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Unbeaten professional Boxer Abel Mendoza joins Mika Frankl to discuss his 31st victory earlier this month at Tapia promotions “The Last Stand”. The Texas native also takes us back to when he first got involved with the sport. Hear about what it was like the first time Abel won a pro title belt and which of his fights has been his favorite. Then we get to the future and who is next and what can he do to get on one of Boxing's biggest stages.
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This week Mika Frankl gives the latest fight announcements from the UFC. Then you look forward to a busy weekend of action with previews of One Championship Winter Warriors, Bellator 272, LFA 119, & UFC Fight Night “Font vs. Aldo”.
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Fight week for Fightworld MMA 20, it won’t be the first fight for Nicholas Gjelaj just his first fight in the last two weeks and his first cage fight. Gjelaj lets Mika Frankl know what a vegan misses while cutting weight during thanks giving. Nicholas also shares his admiration for Thai fighter and his graduate for the knowledge he’s gained from working with Alex Sitpangpondam. And how a flyer started his combat sports journey and what fight grow his curiosity about MMA.
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Ahead of his first MMA competion at Fightworld MMA 20, Andrew Alvara joins Mika Frankl to talk about how his fandom of MMA led to him to pursing the sport. We also touch on the comradery shared by his team at Duke City MMA and what it means to share the card with his brother Alfredo.
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A member of the U.S. Air Force, New Jersey's Giovanny Rosado is chasing his dream of being a fighter after finding Desert Dynasty MMA. Rosado also talks about the passion he has for MMA, accomplishing his goals, being an example for his siblings.
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Fit NHB’s Erick Silva spends his days training folks at the UFC Gym, improving his game whenever he can find the time. At Fightworld MMA 20 the father of three will be back in the cage looking to show off his purple belt and crisp hands.
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The feature attraction of Fightworld MMA will see Juwan Williams-Smith & Hondo Gutierrez battling for a Fightworld amateur Flyweight title. The Michigan native gives us his plan to still enjoy thanksgiving dinner and the story of how his family came to live in Roswell. Smith also talks about striving to be his best and being in the right mindset in the cage.
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A martial artist for most of his life Ryan is out to put his 20 years of training to the test. At Fightworld MMA 20 Wilkirson will have his second MMA fight against Arturo Granados. We also touch on why the challenge of MMA was appealing and gives us a bit of reflection on his amateur debut.
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Fight week fight Fightworld MMA 20 Estevan Cereceres joins Mika Frankl ahead of his second amateur fight. At Fightworld MMA 19 Cereceres scored a TKO for a successful amateur debut. A high school wrestler and member of the U.S. Army Cereceres talks about how he made his way to MMA.
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Ray Vaiza joins Mika Frankl to talk about his upcoming fight at Fightworld MMA 20. Vaiza will be returning to the cage for the first time in four years after turning to the New Mexico grappling seen earlier this year. Not to mention it will be his first fight as a father and under Fredy Sandoval of Sandoval Fight Systems.
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Mika Frankl looks back at the action from UFC Fight Night "Vieira vs. Tate". What should be next for the night biggest winners. Plus the lastest UFC news.
At one time Xavier Madrid was pounding the ball between the tackles as a UNM Lobo. Now he’s part owner of The Powerplant and an unbeaten professional boxer pounding on faces. The 29-year-old will look to continue his winning ways at Tapia promotions “The Last Stand” when he squares off with Sebastian Rodriguez.
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It's fight week for Tapia Promotions "The Last Stand" and unbeaten Clinton "The Native" Kid Chavez joins Mika Frankl to talk about his upcoming rematch with short-notice oppoent Anthony Hill. 18-months ago Chavez made the move from Albuquerque to Las Vegas and he tells me about how the move has improved his game.
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Mika Frankl looks back at the action from Bellator 271, Bare-Knuckle FC 22, LFA 118, & UFC Fight Night "Holloway vs. Rodriguez". What's next for Cris Cyborg after defending the Bellator Women's Featherweight title again. How close to a title shot is Aaron Pico. Who' should be across from Max Holloway the next time hes in the octagon. The latest fight announcements from the UFC and the lastest roster cuts. Plus news on season thirty of The Ultimate Fighter. This weekend the UFC is once again home at thre Apex in Las Vegas for a UFC Fight Night. UFC Vegas 43 as you'll see it hash tagged on social media is a 12-fight card headinled by top bantamweights Ketlen Veiria vs. former world champion Meisha Tate.
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Join Mika Frankl as he looks back at the final episode of season fives Contender Sereis, Bellator 270, LFA 117, & UFC 276. The latest news from Bellator, LFA, UFC, & Bare Knuckle FC. Where dose Usman's title reign place him among the all time great welterweights. Whats next for Rose Namajunas. Plus previews of Bellator 271, Bare Knuckle FC 22, LFA 118, & UFC Fight Night "Holloway vs. Rodriguez".
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Steve “Mean Machine” Garcia joins Mika Frankl to talk about his wild TKO over Charlie Ontiveros which was his first official UFC win. Garcia has spent most of his career competing at Bantamweight and has now move up two divisions to lightweight. We discuss the move, how his body was affected by weight cutting, and what it’s been like training with larger partners. Also, what he’s telling young fighters.
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Andres Quintana has won tournaments and title belts during his MMA career. He still has a major goal left to accomplish being on the UFC roster. At Fury FC 53 “The Bullet” has a golden opportunity as he’ll face Edwin Chavez in front of UFC president Dana White. The Roswell native will head into his first fight in over two years with three times as much pro experience as his opponent and three fourths on his wins inside the distance.
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This week Mika reviews week 9 of the Contender Series, the 2021 PFL championship event, One Championship Next Gen, & UFC 267. Plus whats next for the UFC 267 winner and of course Mika talks about the night’s controversies too. The lastest news from the UFC, LFA, Bellator, & Bare Knuckle FC, ALso previews of the seasons final Contender Series, Bellator 270. LFA 117, & UFC 268.
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Saturday October 23rd MSFT Productions & School of Hard Knocks Promotions are teaming up to present Boxing Fight Night at the Las Cruses Convention Center. El Paseo’s Dewayne Bonds joined Mika Frankl to talk about facing Derek Perez in the main event. Bonds shares how camp has gone, how he got into the sport, & what he loves about boxing.
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A huge weekend of combat sports in the books. I Look back at LFA 116, UFC Fight Night "Costa vs. Vettori", Bellator 268, XMMA3, & Glory Kickboxing. The lastest news from Bellator, LFA, & The UFC. Plus previews of this weeks Contneder Series, the PFL 2021 Championships, One Championship NexGen, & UFC 267.
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February 8th, 2020, Indeya Smith came to New Mexico and pulled off an upset win in her debut. This Saturday the now Married Indeya Rodriguez returns to the state in the same position looking to take care of unfinished business with Amy Salinas at Boxing Fight Night. Indeya talks about this match-up having been scheduled previously and what its been fighting from coast to coast.
The Kiva Auditorium inside the Albuquerque Convention Center hosts Legacy Boxing Promotions “Back to Boxing”. The six-fight card is headlined by Unbeaten Aaron “Angelbaby” Perez against Carson City’s Diego Elizondo.
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Unbeaten at 2-0 as an amateur Mixed Martial Artist Manny Najera’s journey continues after two years on Saturday night. Najera will return home to Carlsbad for Universal Fight Promotions presenting The Oil & Gas Halloween Beast Feast. Najera tells me about when he started training, who he was starstruck about training with, & how he fallen in love with MMA.
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Two fights in four months. That was two years ago. At LFA 116 Josiah Reyes will be back in the cage taking on Llorrvic Acevedo on the prelim portion of LFA 116. Josiah joined Mika Frankl to talk about the upcoming fight, the importance of decision making, when to use new tools & when we may hear some original tunes from “The Silver City Strangler.
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Looking back at week seven of the Contender Series, UFC Fight Night " Ladd vs. Mumont", & Bellator 268. Spreading the latest news from the UFC, Bellator, & LFA. And previewing this weeks Contender Series, LFA 116, UFC Fight Night "Costa vs. Vettori", & Bellator 269.
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At LFA 116 Jalin Fuller takes on Ryan Charlebois in welterweight action. Fuller joins Mika Frankl to talk about the upcoming fight, his win this past March at LFA 101, and what hes been working on since.
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The feature fight on Legacy Promotions “Back to Boxing” card is at heavyweight with unbeaten Leonid Grachev against Brandon Heredia making his pro debut. “The Lion” talks about how camp, which he split between Albuquerque & Las Vegas went. Leonid gets into how he’s tested himself immediately with two new experiences in his two pro wins.
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The co-main event of Legacy Promotions “Back to Boxing” will see the highly anticipated pro debut of Abraham “The Hammer” Perez. “The Hammer” joins Mika Frankl to talk about the upcoming fight and how long it took for him to get over unfairly missing out on the Olympics. How long it took Perez to be ready to start this pro journey. Plus, his excitement to be on the same card with his older brother Aaron “Angle Baby” Perez and what it was like the last time they fought out of the same locker room.
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Unbeaten Aaron “Angel Baby” Perez joins MIka Frankl to talk about headlining Legacy Boxing Promotions “Back to Boxing” on October 16th. We talk about the upcoming fight against Diego Elizondo, changing weight-classes, and what it means to be on the same card with his brother Abraham Perez.
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Week looking back at week six of the Contender Series & UFC Fight Night “Dern vs. Rodriguez”. The latest news from the UFC, Bellator, & LFA. Previews of week seven of the Contender Series, Bellator 268 & UFC Fight Night “Ladd vs. Dumont”.
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Thiago Santos earns a lackluster decision over Johnny Walker. Michael Page benifits from home judging in edging out Douglas Lima. The UFC announced about 30 new fights over the last week. This week UFC Fight Night will see Mackenzie Dern & Marina Rodriguez.
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Josh Silveira takes claim of the #LFA light-heavyweight title. Alexander Volkanovski & Valentina Shevchenko both retained at #UFC266 Robbie Lawler evened the score with Nick Diaz. The latest news from the #UFC. This week there's Bellator 267 & UFC Fight Night "Santos vs. Walker" to look forward too.
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Aaron Reese joins Mika Frankl to talk about his first pro win. At CES 64 Reese defeated Charre Phen by unanimous decision. Find out how the short notice fight came together. What Reese focused on in his preparation. Then we get into how the fight played out. How “Jiggy” felt about his performance. And when he plans to be back in the cage.
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NG LLC Enterprise head man Nick Gonzalez joins Mika Frankl to preview Combat Sports Club Southwest Grapplefest sub-only event on October 2nd. We touch on how the event came together, what the rules set is , time limits, and how you can get tickets.
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Mika Frankl takes you through a full recap of UFC Fight Night "Smith vs. Spann" & Bellator 266. The latest news from the UFC, Bellator, One, & LFA. Plus oreviews of One Revolution, LFA 115, & UFC 266.
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Mika Frankl looks back at week 2 of the Contender Series, Bare Knuckle FC 21, & what Tiller did in Hollywood Florida. Plus, how Tiller has sunk to a new low and lied to everyone. The newest fight announcements from the UFC & Bellator. And previews of this week’s Contender Series, UFC Fight Night “Smith vs. Spann”, & Bellator 266.
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Looking back at week 1 of season 5 of the Contender Series & UFC Fight Night "Brunson vd. Till" . The latest news from the UFC & Bellator. Plus Conor & Nate are going at it on twitter and why this is a good thing.
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Looking back at the highlights from PFL 2021 #9, LFA 114, Invicta FC 44, & UFC Fight Night "Barboza vs. Chikadze". The latest news on UFC 268 & UFC 269. Plus previews of the first Contender Series event of 2021 & UFC Fight Night "Brunson vs. Till",
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Looking back at event 2 of the 2021 PFl playoffs, Bellator 265, & UFC Fight Night "Cannonier vs. Gastelum". Lastest news from the UFC, Bellator, & Glory Kickboxing. Plus previews of event 3 of the 2021 PFl Playoffs, LFA 114, Invicta FC 44, & UFC Fight Night "Barboza vs. Chikadze".
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Answering who'll be in the PFL 2021 welterweight & lightweight finals. Who left Bellator 264 middleweight champion. The latest news from the UFC and where Khabib signed a recent contract to compete. What fromer champion is test free agency. The newsest conterversial comments from Sean O'Malley & Conor McGregor. Plus, previews of PFL 2021 8, Bellator 265, & UFC Fight Night “Cannionier vs. Gastelum”.
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Looking back at the action from UFC 265. Also, what happened at Titan FC 71 & XFC 45. News on UFC 267, UFC 268, Bellator Moscow, & Glory Kickboxing. Previews of PFL 2021 #7, playoffs number 1 & Bellator 264.
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Looking back at highlights from LFA 113, Bellator 263, & UFC Fight Night "Hall vs. Strickland". The lastest new from the UFC, Bellator, & LFA. Plus a preview of this weeks action and UFC 265.
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Professional Boxing returns to Hobbs on August 7th thanks to School of Hard Knocks. Mario Gonzalez joined me to talk about headlining the card against Luis Luna who replaces Adam Ramirez. It's been 18 months since Gonzalez has fought and he talk about what it will be like to main event in his home town.
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The co-main event of LFA 113 will see Greg Fischer taking on Ricky Camp in Bantamweight action. Fischer talks about how camp was and how he shared it with Bellator’s Manny Muro. We also thouch on few things about the upcoming fight aginst Ricky Camp. And what it was like fighting without an audience.
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Looking back at UFC Fight Night "Sandhagen vs. Dillashaw" and digging into the controversial judging across the main card. Addressing some of the more outlandish comment the UFC commentators made. Filling you in on the latest MMA news. While also previewing LFA 113, Bellator 263, & UFC Fight Night “Hall vs. Strickland”.
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The journey of an underdog continues as Mauuny Muro will take on unbeaten Usman Nurmagomedov at Bellator 263. Muro is no stranger to the poisition it's the same one he was in before winning his last two fights. We touch on how the lows of the journey have made the highs so much so special . Plus Manny talks about how this camp has been especially trying and how he's managed to push through.
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If you know “Breezy” he always has a smile on his face and exudes excitement heading into his fights. At LFA 113 Chris Brown faces Steve Jones and to make the night even more special it will be the first time Brown gets to fight in his home state as a professional.
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Calob Ramirez returns to the cage a year and a half after a sucess pro debut at RUF 42 against Abdul Kamara. We touch on how training camp has gone, how Calob has improved, and his trip to Hawaii.
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Reviewing the action from Bellator 262, LFA 111, UFC Fight Night :Makhachev vs. Moises", & LFA 112 News on UFC 266, Bellator 265, XFC 45, & on the 2022 PFL. Plus previews of UFC Fight Night "Sandhagen vs. Dillashaw" & Fury FC 48.
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Looking back at the aftermatch from UFC 264. The lastest news in the MMA world. Previews of Bellator 262, LFA 111, UFC Fight Night, & LFA 112.
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Reaction from the wild finish to Poirirer-McGregor 3. Where do both fighters go from here? How do can I explain take what we saw from McGegor after the fight. Who else got their hand raised in Las Vegas. And who's stock went up.
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Taking a look back at the main events from Titan FC 70, LFA 110, & CFFC 98. The latest news from the UFC & catching up with what happening here on the New Mexico combat sports scene. And a preview of this weekends UFC 264, the trilogy fight between Conor McGregor & Dustin Poirier.
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Looking back at the final PFl event of the 2021 regular season & sharing the seedings heading into the playoffs. Also reviewing the best from Bellator 261 & UFC Fight Night "Gane vs. Volkov". The latest news from the UFC, Bellator MMA, & LFA. Plus previews of LFA 110 & CFFC 98.
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Reviewing the action from PFL 2021 #5 & UFC Fight Night "Korean Zombie vs. Ige". News from the UFC, Bellator MMA, & LFA. Previews of this weekend PFL 2021 #6, Bellator 261, & UFC Fight Night "Gane vs. Volkov".
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Ahead of his June 26th fight with Julian Williams on pay per view, Brian "La Bala" Mendoza joins Mika Frankl to talk the upcoming fight. We touch on what Brian learned from his win over Thomas Lamana and how he worked through his first time being cut in a fight. Mendoza also get into how his body feels up at super welterweight. “La Bala” shares the story of his first time lacing the gloves up. We also get Brian’s thoughts on the celebrity craze and social media.
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Unbeaten number nine ranked Bellator heavyweight Davion Franklin joins Mika Frankl to talk about his first round knockout win over Tyler King at Bellator 259. We also touch on Franklin's improving strking, what seperates him from other fighters, & his lofty career goals. Plus talk about landing a plane and jumping out of one.
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Looking back at PFL 2021 #4, Bellator 260, Invicta FC Phoenix Tournament, & UFC 263. The latest news from XMMA, Bellator MMA, & the UFC. Plus previews of PFL 2021 #5 & UFC Fight Night "Korean Zombie vs. Ige".
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Looking back at LFA 109 & UFC Fight Night “Rozenstruik vs. Sakai”. The latest news from the UFC. Previews of this weeks PFL 2021 #4, Invicta FC Pheonix Tournament, Bellator 260, & UFC 263.
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The 29th season of the Ultimate Fighter is underway. UFC Featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski joined Mike Adams & Mika Frankl to talk the show. The champ touches on his battle with Covid-19, what it was like to win the belt, and is MMA or Ruby a tougher sport.
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Sharing my thoughts on the GSP-Dana White situation. An update on the Dana White-Jon Jones situation and the new voice in the converstaion. N'gannou-Lewis two will happen and I'll tell ya when & where. Plus, One would like a joint event with the UFC.
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Back after a week away. How was Ferreira versus Werdum a no contest? How can Kayla Harrison being handling herself the right way & the wrong way at the same time. Plus I know exactly why Dana said Harrison isn't UFC reay. What should be next for Donald Cerrone, Beneil Daruish, Tony Ferguson, & Michel Chandler. Plus some talk about the new UFC Lightweight champion Charles Oliveira.
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Comparing MMA rules to laws and ones that most have broke. Also talking the fun drama that is Francis Ngganou vs. Jon Jones, Diego Sanchez vs. Dana White an the UFC. Plus who dose Kamaru Usman want to fight next.
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I think Jake Paul is right about one thing he said about Dana White and I say something about Conor McGrgeor that I never have. What should be next for everyone who fought for a title at UFC 261. Why Israel Adesyana is fighting Marvin Vettori at UFc 263. Plus how my pound for pound rankings look.
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No pushing & shoving it's coastly. Plus what is happening with the Bellator rankings. Why did dana alredy annouce who's getting the next welterweight title shot. Plus let talk some UFC 261.
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Canaan Kawaihae joins MIka Frankl to talk about facing Jake Childers in the co-main event of LFA 105. Canaan talks about how camp has been for the fight and that this has been his first camp at Extreme Couture. Plus we get the story of why Kawaihae hasn't fought since Bellator 213 in December of 2018.
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Mark Martin joins Mika Frankl ahead of his LFA 105 fight against Renato Valente. We touch on what areas of his game Mark has improved on since his fight at LFA 96. Martin also talks about his desire to finsh Valente & his team at The MMA Lab. Plus, kind of music gets Mark pumped.
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At LFA 105 Shawna Ormsby, a vet of both MMA and Boxing, faces unbeten Tabatha Ricci. The fight is one that Shawna shy again from. In fact, it's one she wanted. Shawna also shares the story of how she found her way to Martial Arts. Plus, Shawna has a pet squirrel name Carlson who’s quite the training partner.
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This week I look at the state of the middleweight division coming off Vettori vs. Holland & ahead of Whittaker vs. Gastelum. I give my take on whats happening with the McGregor-Poirier saga and the chance the fight happnes on July 10th. Plus talking about some of the most important moments from Bellator 256 & UFC on ABC 2. Plus a look forward to One on TNT 2, Bellator 257, LFA 104, & UFC Vegas 24.
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The UFC closet has been restocked with Venum and it looks good. What is the latest on Ngannou vs. Jones? This weekend we saw some of the craziest injuries I have ever seen happen, meanwhile Calvin Kattar has not returned to practice since his fight with Max Holloway. Plus, I have some issues with the Bellator rankings.
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The UFC has a new heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou and he's the champion Dana White has been hoping for. I look back at the history of the heavyweight that could have been the face of the company. I share what I think is next for the champion. And why I think his legacy is already top 10 of all-time and why Ngannou may be the greatest athlete of all time.
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Khabib Nurmagomedov retired at UFC 254. Alomst five months later Dana White has accpeted the news and made a decision on the future of the division. Both Conor McGrgeor & Jon Jones have offered their responses to Nurmagodmedov's decision. And I feel like those responses are perfectly in line with their pro wrestling characters. I explain.
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Fight week for LFA 103 and Vanessa Demopoulos joins Mika Frankl to talk about facing Cynthia Arceo in the co-main event. While many had a slow 2020 Vanessa fought four times, got th LFA submission of the year, and was in the running for LFA fight of the year forthe war at LFA 94 with Lupita Godinez. Always multitasking Vanessa discribes how she locked in on MMA for this camp. An adventurous sprit the "Lil Monster" also gives a preview of the content that will be on her youtube channel launching in the near future.
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Ali Omar joins Mika Frankl to talk about his upcoming co-main event on night two of Caged Aggression XXX against Mike Demakes. Omar talk about his emotions heading into his first fight since September 2019. “The Silent Assassin” also gives us a bit of insight into what his move to Syndicate MMA has been like and who he’s working with.
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Taking a looking at the fouls committed by Eryk Anders & Leon Edwards and explaing why I belive they both should have been disqualified. Also disceting the explanation of Marc Rafter on why both fights were ruled no contests.
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Maurice "The Hulk" Jackson shares the story of how the Chicago native made his way to New Mexico. He also shares what his experience training at Jacksonwink MMA has gone. We also talk about bout branching out into boxing. And taking his debut with Bellator MMA on 8-days notice up two weight-calsses.
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Giving credit to Jan Blachowicz and Amanda Nunes for their amazing performences. Adessing the issues going on with inconsistant refeer stoppages. Talking about the issue Dana had with the judging at UFC 259. Looking at the Petr Yan's illegal knee to Aljamain Sterling from every angle I can think of. And why I went from concerned to questioning.
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This past weekend was a wild one in combat sports. We quite possibly saw the knockouts out the year in Boxing & MMA. And as Migel Berchelt laid there I asked myself how did the fight not get stopped in the fourth round and who was looking out Berchaelt’s safety. out of that fourth round. As Curtis Blaydes fell back unconscious from a Derrick Lewis uppercut I was sure the fight was over. I then found myself uncomfortable watching as Lewis dropped two more right hands on Blaydes unconscious body. The same uncomfortable I felt earlier in the night as Jared Vanderaa covered in blood took countless unnecessary strikes on the ground and the as when Chris Daukas picked apart Alexey Oleninik against the cage. What is fighter safety? Who is looking out for the fighter? Who’s accountable to stop a one-sided beating?
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Kamaru Usman has retained the UFC Welterweight Championship, but what's next? How should Leon Edwards be facing now that Khamzat Chimaev has been forced to withdraw. How the knockout Frankie Edgar suffered effected him anout how scary knockout can be. The latest news on UFC Lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. Bellator has moved again. The next Bellator Grand Prix has been annouced, but the champion is bein overlooked. Dana White has officially said when Jon Jones is expected to make his heavyweight debut. And the TJ Dillashaw return bout I can get behind.
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Ahead of his pro debut at Caged Agression XXX on March 26th, Rakim Thorpe dropped by On The Mic with Mika Adams, as Mika Frankl's featured interview of the week. Rakim talks about how he ended up training at Jacksonwink MMA in Albuquerque. Tells the story of taking his first fight as a member of Jacksonwink MMA on 9-days notice. And what his was like to get the go ahead to become a professional. Plus Rakim shares a few thought on the upcoming fight.
Sharing my thought on the aftermath from UFC 257. Trying to make sense of where the UFC Lightweight division is & who should Dustin Poirer be fighting. What's the question Poirier has to ask himself. What questions dose Conor have to ask himslef & who should he fight next. Where dose Michael Cheisa go after his Fight Night main event win. Earlier stoppages wouldn't be a bad thing. Plus a preview of LFA 98.
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This week I look back at LFA 97 and Nick Browne’s LFA Lightweight title victory. I also talk about how blown away I am with Max Holloway’s incredible record setting performance against Calvin Kattar. How big of a star Max Holloway is and how that benefits his opportunities. Plus, a different kind of preview of Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier 2, the main event of UFC 257. And reactions to Dana’s big announcement & Conor’s big pre-fight interview.
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News on the latest addition to UFC 258. The UFC Fight Night on March 13th has gained a main event and four other fights. Plus a championship double header has been announced for UFC 260. Nina Andaroff is making her octagon return. The newest addiiton to the UFC's women's bantamweight division is coming from Brazil.
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Sharing my thoughts on TJ Dillashaw as he's set to return to competition and who he should fight. Plus, how Aldo & Sandhagen messed up by calling him out. How Yoel Romeros fits in Bellator. How the PFL looks to be shaping up for a big 2021. And how the UFC Welterweight rankings shouldn't have Conor McGregor at 15.
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Looking back at UFC Fight Night "Smith vs. Clark". Previewing LFA 96 & UFC Fight Night "Hermansson vs. Vettori". How sad it is for Boxing that Logan Paul is a big name draw. And Khabib Nurmagomedpv's next move in the MMA world.
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News on the latest changes and additions to the UFC Schedule. A Heavyweight accepts a USADA punishment. Bellator 254 gains two fights. The PFL makes a major signing. A PFL champion offers an open challenge for a Titan FC card.
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Looking baLooking back at the best moments from Bellator 253, LFA 95, Invicta FC 43, & UFC 255. How UFC 255 effects UFC 256. Plus, a preview of UFC Fight Night “Blaydes vs. Lewis” & what under the radar fight may steal the show.ck at the best momment s f
There's been a late chnage to UFC Fight Night "Blaydes vs. Lewis". Hours after defendsing his flyweight title at UFC 255, Deiveson Figueiredo will defend his belt again at UFC 256. Hear who it will be against and why. Three new fights have been added to UFC Fight Night Night "Edwards vs. Chimev" including Khaos Williams versus Michel Pereira. THe UFC Fight Night on January 16th had gained featherweight & middleweight bouts. The UFC Fight Night on January 30th has gain teo fight including one between ranked bantamweights. The latest addition to the UFC Hall of Fame has been announced. Plus a great lightweight bout has been added to Bellator 254.
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In MMA news today there's been three new additions to the UFC December 5th. Four new fight have been added to the UFC's December 19th event including Jose Aldo versus Marlon Vera. MAx Holloway will fight Calvin Kattar in the headliner of the UFC Fight Night on January 16th. Four fight have been added to UFC 257 including McGregor vs. Poirier 2 as the main event. PFL inks a former UFC heavyweight champion. And two new prelim additions have been announced for Bellator 254.
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Mika Frankl looks back at XFC 43, Bellator 252, & UFC Fight Night "Felder vs. Dos Anjos". Then I look forward to Bellator 253,Invicta FC 43, LFA 95, & UFC 255.
There's been a late change to UFC 255. Raoni Barcelos set to make a quick turn around. Cub Swanson will be in action at UFC 256. Brown versus Condit has been booked again. Kelvin Gastelum is set to battle a hurricane. Three ranked match-up's announced for February 6th. Macy Barber will return to action just before valentines day. Bellator announced the debut of a top Russian prospect & signs a former CES champion.
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This week Mika Frankl looks back at week 8 of Dana White's 2020 Contender Series, Bellator 251, & UFC Fight Night " Santos vs. Teixeira". I also talk about the disappointing promotion of Bellator since moving to CBS Sports Network. I talk about the great job Bellator is doing building their Middleweight & Light-heavyweight divisions. Breaking down where were at with the title picture in the UFC's Middleweight & Light-heavyweight divisions. Plus, this week there's Contender Series, XFC 43, Bellator 252, & UFC Fight Night to preview.
The latest news from the world of MMA. Today there's a trio of changes to this weekends UFC Fight Night. Changes to UFC 255, UFC 256 , & UFC 257. Stephen Thompson, Michelle Waterson, Geoff Neal, Kevin Holland, & Paul Felder all accept fights. A huge annoumcent on Invicta FC 43. A large portion of the prelims announced concerning Bellator 253.
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Dive inside my mind as I look back at Bellator 250, One Inside the Matrix, LFA 94, & UFC Fight Night "Hall vs. Silva". Not so fast on Khabib Nurmagomedov retiring. Israel Adesanya has set his sights on the Ligh-heavyweight title. I look forward to this weeks Bellator 251 & UFC Fight Night "Santos vs. Teixeira".
This Thursday is Bellator 251 and just days before the event there has been three changes to the card. Jeremey Kennedy & Lance Gibson Jr. have been booked for fights at Bellator 253. Khoas William will step into the octagon for the second time in November. A new opponent has been found to fight Mike Perry at UFC 255. Antonio Carlos Junior is booked for UFC 257. A bantamweight contest headlines One’s Inside the Matrix 3 on November 13th.
Today in the news Bellator MMA has released 30 competitors from the roster. And three more announce their retirements. Top light-heavyweight prospects will meet at Bellator 251. A bout between veteran lightweight has been added to Bellator 252. A title fight between unbeaten fighters headlined Bellator 254. A late change to UFC Fight Night “Hall vs. Silva”. The UFC’s November 7th card gains a fight and losses another to injury. The UFC’s November 14th card gains one fight and loses another to Covid-19. UFC 255 loses a notable welterweight bout. Two fights have been added to UFC 256. Flyweight fight added to the UFC’s January 30th card. And a top 10 light-heavyweight bout has been targeted as a February headliner.
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LFA women’s strawweight champion Vanessa Demopolus defends her title first time in the main event of LFA 94 against Lupita Godinez. The “Lil Monster” Joins Mika Frankl to talk about the upcoming fight, this being her third fight in four months, and she took away from fighting Cory McKenna on the Contender Series. Vanessa also talks about how this fight came together and the kind of mindset she takes into the first title defense.
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Looking back at UFC 254 & the performance of Khabib Nurmagomedov. Where dose "The Eagle" rank in MMA's GOAT conversations. I touch on all nine of this past weekend finishes and what is next for Robert Whittaker. Then I look forward to Bellator 250, One “Inside the Matrix”, LFA 94, & UFC Fight Night “Hall vs. Silva”.
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Today in the news the Pro Fighters League has announced a 2021 return including six dates. There is a late adjustment to this weekend’s UFC Fight Night “Hall vs. Silva”. Two fights fans where excited by have been cancelled. The UFC’s November 14th card had two new fights on the card. OSP is set to tangle with a top prospect. Leon Edwards is facing Khamzat Chimaev December 19th. The card has also gained three other exciting additions. Bellator has signed two more prospect. Plus, additions to Bellator 250, 251, & 252. And LFA signs a two-division Kickboxing world champion.
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This week I look back at Bellator 249, LFA 93, & UFC Fight Night "Ortega vs. Korean Zombie". I also preview Khabib Nurmagomedov versus Justin Gaethj,e the battle for the UFC lightweight championship and the UFC 254 card.
Today in the news there is a late adjustment to UFC 254. Two fights for the UFC Halloween card have changed costumes. Rafael dos Santos versus Islam Makhachev has been re-booked. Jose Aldo will be back in action. Mackenzie Dern faces a fellow Brazilian in December. Jessica Eye is going to fight Joanne Calderwood. Nicco Montano is returning to the cage. Bellator announces three additions to Bellator 250. The Bellator Featherweight Grand Prix will be resuming. And there’s a bit of movement on the free agent market.
Today in the news the UFC has signed a heavyweight bout for January 16th. Sean Woodson returns to the octagon in November. Coming off arguibaly the greatest knockout in UFC history Joaquin Buckley has been booked for a quick turnaround. Don'Tale Mayes get a new opponent for November 14th. UFC 256 will have two title fights. The co-main event has been announced for XFC 43. And the whole card has been announced for LFA 94.
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This week I look back at the comfusing event that was Bellator 248 & Bellator Euro Series 10. I also share my reactions to some amazing finishes at UFC Fight Night "Moraes vs. Sandhagen". I preview Bellator 249, LFA 93, & UFC Fight Night "Ortega vs. Korean Zombiee". Plus how Tony Ferguson has become this weeks odd man out.
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In the news today Marcin Vettori will face A former Strikeforce champion at UFC 256. Devin Clark will fight in November. Nicolas Daldy & Lu Jingliang will be in action in December. Brian Kelleher is book for January. Main events for Dana White’s three Contender Series card in November have been announced. More news on XFC. A PFL vet to fight in Utah. Bellator signs two more prospects and Bellator 249 loses one bout.
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Today in the news Thomas Almeida’s fight has been pushed back a week. Sean Brady is set for his biggest test to date in December. UFC 254 gains a fight, sees a fight changed, and has a positive COVID-19 test result. Arnold Allen & Gabriel Benitez have both booked fights in November. The card for Bellator 250 has been finalized. Bellator has announced when Corey Anderson will make his debut. And what’s happening this weekend.
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This week I review Bellator 247, Bellator Euro Series 9, LFA 92, & UFC Fight Night "Holm vs. Aldana". I then preview Bellator 248, Bellator Euro Series 10, & UFC Fight Night "Moraes vs. Sandhagen".
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Today in the news Bellator MMA has signed another prospect from LFA. A trio of addition announced for Bellator 250. Aaron Pico will be back in the cage Nov. 12th. Seven-fight card for LFA 93 has been released. James Krause has jumped on a short notice bout on Fight Island. Alexander Hernandez returns to the Octagon on Halloween. The latest on Kamaru Usman versus Gilbert Burns. Plus news on CES MMA 61, CFFC 85 & 86. And a Lethwei world title fight will be happening in Wyoming.
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The Ultimate Fighting Championship have had to make two major adjustments to flyweight bouts set for UFC 255. UFC Fight Night "Moraes vs. Sandhagen" loses a fight cause of Covid-19. Bellator MMA has a new free agent strategy.
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A slew of fights have been announced for Bellator 249. Who got the win in the Bellator 247 main event. Bellator has added a Canadian UFC vet to the roster. Two fights for UFC Fight Night "Moraes vs. Sandhagen" changed. The UFC's November 7th card gains two heavyweight bouts. Conor McGregor has been offered a rematch by the UFC. Josh Barnett to fight over seas and it's not in MMA.
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Askar Askar joins Mika Frankl to talk about facing Kevin Wirth in the main event of LFA 92. Askar talks about when he started material arts and how he go into MMA. We talk about the upcoming fight, being the underdog, and the opportunity of headlining an card for LFA. Askar also talks about how big of an impact his brothers and coach Alex Trujillo have been on his career. Plus Askar express how much he loves the sport and is enjoying the journey of rounding out his skill set.
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Taking a look back at UFC 253. Sharing some thoughts on Israel Adesanya, Jan Balchowicz, Brandon Royval, & Jake Matthews. I believe Conor McGregor has had his best idea ever. Then I look towards this weeks action Bellator 247, LFA 92, Bellator Euro Series 9, & UFC Fight Night "Holm vs. Aldana".
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Today in MMA news there's been two late changes to UFC Fight Night "Holm vs. Aldana". A top 15 middleweight match-up added to UFC 256. Trio's of fights announced for UFC Fight Night "Hall vs. Silva" & UFC 255. Two late changes to UFC Fight Night "Moares vs. Sandhagen". Cyril Gane get a new opponent for October 17th. Renato Moicano return to the octagon November 28th. And Deron Winn will be back in action in December. Bellator adds a pair of fighters to the roster. in Newly signed Jaleel Willis will make his promotional debut in the co-main event of Bellator 249.
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Today in the news there's three new additions to the UFC October 3rd event. Markus Perez gets a new opponent for October 10th. A pivital women's flyweight bout & light-heavyweight contests are official for October 17th. Pair of fight have been made official for UF 254. Santos vs. Teixeira is set for the third time. Robbie Lawler is booker to battle a brawler. UFC 256 gains a top-15 bantamweight bout. Bellator announce the full card for their CBS Sport Network debut. Plus Bellator announces a striking legend will be in action on October 10th in Paris. There's a Boston vs. Hawaii set for Taura 11.
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Catching everyone up on the latest adjustments to UFC Vegas 11. The UFC signs a former Bellator champion and gives a hint as to when he'll make his promotional debut. Sijara Eubank, Shane Young, Damon Jackson are among fighters picking up short notice fights. "Rumble" Johnson re-enters the USADA testing pool. A slew of big show events will be part of Taura 11 at the end of Ocotber. And One Championship signs a 16-year old phenom.
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Sharing my thoughts and reactions from LFA 91, Bellator 245, Bellator 246 & UFC Fight Night "Waterson vs. Hill". What happened with Dustin Poirier vs. Tony Ferguson and how Michael Chandler plays in. Previews of Invicta FC, CFFC 84, CFFC 85, & UFC Fight Night "Covington vs. Woodley".
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Catching everyone up on the latest adjustments to UFC Vegas 11. News on Renato Moicano & Thiago Santos. Drew Dober has beeen booked for a big fight. A light-heavyweight addition to UFC 253. Bellator MMA will have Fabian Edwards & James Gallagher in action in Milan.
Catching everyone up on the latest adjustments to UFC Vegas 10. Former champion Carla Esparz will fight a top prospect to close out the year. Ankalaev versus Cutelaba 2 gets rebooked for a third time. A snack to Poirier versus Ferguson. Cris Cyborg will make a title defense before 2020 ends. XFC is heading back to america and has a broadcasting deal in place.
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Catching everyone up on the latest adjustments to UFC Vegas 10. There's a pair of new additions to UFC 253. TUF alums, Rachel Ostovich & former winner Juan Espino are returning to action. Bethe Corriea is announced her next. Jarded Brooks and WXC are returning. La An Sung has his One title defense scheduled, Miranda Maverick is set for a bout at UFC 254. And much more.
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Sharing my thoughts and reactions from LFA 90 & UFC Fight Night “Overeem vs. Sakai”. Leon Edwards needs a fight. Masvidal vs. Diaz two in the works. Nick Diaz returning to action. Plus previews of LFA 91, Bellator 245, Bellator 246, & UFC Fight Night “Waterson vs. Hill”
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MMA news in under five minutes. Bellator MMA signs champions from LFA & Invicta FC. Invicta FC 43 has been announced with a championship double header. Nicco Montano vs. Julia Avila has been rescheduled. Miguel Baeza & Ottoman Azaitar retunr to the octagon in September. Charles Jourdain & Tom Adpinall will be back in the octagon in October, Jessica Andrade is moving to flyweight. The Korean Zomibe heads to "T-city" in October. Kamaru Usman vs, Gilbert Burns is targeted for December.
Your daily dose of MMA News in under five minutes. For the second day in a row Alex Caceres gets a new opponent for UFC Fight Night "Smith vs. Rakic". The UFC buys some more land. Nicco Montano vs. Julia Avila has been re-booked, The bulk of LFA 90 has been announced including the return of Chris Brown, And Ray Borg makes a major announcement.
Your daily dose of MMA News in under five minutes. Ricardo Lamas & Alex Caceres both get late changes of opponents for UFC Fight Night "Smith vs. Rakic". Kevin Holland gets the quick turnaround he desired. Brazilian's Moicano & Nascimento booked for October 10th returns to the octagon. Plus Sam Alvey fights with his back against the wall.
The main event of LFA 89 pits Brant Moore against Joe Giannetti. Moore joins Mika Frankl to talk about the upcoming fight which is fist first main event. Moore tells me about quitting the day job to focus on his training and spills the beans about his secret weapon. We also get a story about fighting in the back of a strip club and his passion for League of Legends. We divide into the tricks a mind can play on a fighter and how crazy fights are.
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Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady joins Mika Frankl to talk about his U.S. debut at LFA 89, where he'll face Konnor Kuppe. A former Brave CF champion, who has fought his whole career in the middle-east, but has spent the last four years training at Fortis MMA in Dallas. Al-Selwady talks about the advantages of taking this fight on ten days notice and how he tends to make his fights bloody. He also tells he how he feels the audience-less environment impacts the fights. I also get a sense for how hungry Al-Selwady was to get this opportunity, being nine months removed from his last fight. And of course how did he find MMA and how did it go telling the family he wanted to be a fighter.
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Sharing my thoughts and reactions from LFA 88, Bellator 244, & UFC Fight Night "Munhoz vs. Edgar". Bellator is moving to a sports channel and I love it. Plus previews of LFA 89 & UFC Fight Night "Smith vs. Rakic".
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Your daily dose of MMA news. Today we have news on Bellator 245 including Raymond Daniel & Rafafel Carvalho being added to the card. Four fights have been announced for the UFC's October 10th fight including the return of Marlon Moraes. Magomed Ankalaev vs, Ion Cutelaba 2 is set. Jack Hermansson will be in action in December. Plus, UFC 256 will see Amanda Nunes defending her Featherweight title.
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Your daily week day dose of MMA news in under 5 minutes. Today we have news on the UFC finalizing cards for September & putting the bulk of October & November's cards together. Seven fights announced and one adjusted.
Your daily week day dose of MMA news in under 5 minutes. Today we have news on Anderson Silva, Carlos Condit, and two late changes to UFC Fight Night "Munhoz vs. Edgar". Almost everyone who got a UFC contract on season four's episode 2 of Dana White's Contender Series has a fight booked. Bellator announces they go back to back for Bellator 245 & 246.
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Your weekday dose of MMA news in under 5 minutes. The UFC announces several fights including when they'll crown a new light-heavyweight champion. A former title contender says he's ready to return to the octagon & Bellator 244 loses a fight.
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This week I look back at UFC 252. Talk about Jon Jones going to heavyweight. And preview this weeks LFA 88, Bellator 244, & UFC Fight Night "Edgar vs. Munhoz".
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Your daily week day dose of MMA news in 5 minutes of less. Jon Jones future plans possibly taking shape. UFC 253 switches dates. The UFC's August 29th Fight Night event gets a new main event. And a women's bantamweight number one contender bout is announced.
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Your daily dose of MMA news in less then five minutes. Two new additions to Bellator 244. "OSP" take a fight on short notice. Micheel Waterson vs. Angela Hill is rescheduled. "Cowboy" Cerrone will face the hybrid. Three fights announced for UFC Halloween. And former LFA champions to battle in November.
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The Perez Brother's, Derek & Gene from Belen New Mexico join Mika Frankl to talk about their upcoming Bare Knuckle MMA fights for Sparta Sports & Entertainment in Cheyenne Wyoming, on August 15th. Gene faces Michael Santos in the main event while Derek meets Andy Perez, no relation, in the co-main event. We talk about the fights and how different is MMA without the gloves. We also discuss how they've been effected by the pandemic and how their handling the situation.
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Your week day dose of MMA news in five minutes or less. The UFC has cut four fighters. The UFC has two new fights announced. Paige VanZant has signed with a new promotion. The main & co-main events have been announced for Titan FC 63. The rest of the card for LFA 88 has been announced. Plus there's a One Championship event Friday morning.
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Sharing by thoughts, takeaways, and observations from the first two weeks of Dana White’s Contender Series, Bellator 243, UFC Fight Night “Lewis vs. Oleninik”. Also previewing UFC 252 and my reactions to the announcement of UFC 255 & PVZ heading to Bare Knuckle FC.
News from the world of MMA including news on Ray Borg, Corey Anderson, Geoff Neal, Neil Magny, Yoel Romero, the next four LFA events; plus Tyson vs. Jones Jr. postponed.
Fighting Alliance Championships debuts on UFC Fight Pass this Friday, August 14th. The main event of FAC 3 will see Kevin Croom facing Anderson Hutchinson for the FAC featherweight championship. The Glory MMA fighter has over 60 fights under his belt between MMA, Boxing, and Kickboxing. Croom is on a two fight win streak that includes beating Charles “Krazy Horse” Bennett in the main event of FAC 1. Kevin’s had six-months between fights and is looking forward to taking advantage of an opportunity found in chaos. Always the entertainer with his own flare Croom has had some wild entrances and memorable finishes. Thirteen years of highs and lows this Missouri fighter continues to grow and chase his dream.
On week one of Dana White’s Contender Series the 2020 version, Jerome “The Renegade” Rivera squares of with Luis Rodriguez. The Santa Fe native tells me about his trip to Las Vegas to shoot the Contender Series commercial. “The Renegade” also talks to me about how his preparation for Rodriguez has gone & where his advantages lie. The 25-year-old is ready to show off what he’s been working on the last seven months, including balancing his emotions a bit more. I ask how he maintains his positive outlook and how this martial arts journey got started. Plus the interview ends with some more big news from Jerome.
Sharing a few thoughts on UFC 251, UFC Fight Night Kattar vs. Ige, UFC Fight Night Figueiredo vs. Benavidez, Bellator news, LFA 84 & LFA 85,
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Vanessa Demopoulos joins Mika Frankl to talk about facing Sam Hughes for the inaugural women's starwweight title in the main event of LFA 85. We also look back at Vanessa's win over former training partner Loveth Young at LFA 81; where Vanessa suffered a orbital fracture in the first round. Demopoulos also shares how she hit the road to train attempting to out run the pandemic. We also talk about living in chaos, super powers, staying connected with people, & being positive. And the big one what it will mean to win the LFA title.
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Chris “Breezy the Future” Brown joins Mika Frankl to talks about facing Salaiman Ahmadyarat at LFA 85. The fight is Brown’s official move up to welterweight. “Breezy the Future” details how rough a cut he had at LFA 80 and how the fight against Carrington Banks played out. We then touch on how different Chris will feel at 170 and what the benefits of the move will be. Not to mention what adjustments had to be made for training camp during the pandemic. Also some about delivering the mail and running in the desert heat.
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Tyler "Wolverine" Ray joins Mika Frankl to discuss his upcoming fight with Maycon Mendonca at LFA 84. We did this interview before Gilbert Burns tested positive for Covid-19. Ray trains at Sanford MMA with Usman and Burns, He talked about their decision to fight and what its like training with both. Plus the story of how he made his way to training with the then Blackzilians. The "Wolverine" talked about what training has been like during the pandemic. Ray also talks about his wrestling roots and adding to his mental game. Ray also shares how his wife and his religion are major sources of strength. We also discuss how much effort is need to promote on social media.
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LFA 84 headliner Jake "The Working Man" Childers joins Mika Frankl to talk about facing Justin Gonzales for the vacant LFA lightweight championship. Jake talks about his excitement to fight in the audience-less environment. We also get into Jake's wrestling background and his passion for fighting. Jake tells me about his team at Central Illinois Combat Club and his extensive amateur career. We also touch on his crazy finishes of Jamey Simmons at LFA 70 & Nate Richardson at LFA 82. Plus, what will it take to win the title July 10th.
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Coming off a decision win over Mark De La Rosa, Jordan Esinposa talks to Mika Frankl about how the fight played out, who & where he'd like to fight next. Espinosa also talks about what fight week and fight night was like inside the bubble. Then we get to what the celebration meal and vacation where like. Jordan also talks about trash talking on social media and much more.
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Aaron “jiggy” Reese is my guest. The JacksonWink Fighter made his pro debut nine months ago at CES 58. The fight did not go his way, but Reese did learn a lot that night and shares some of his knowledge; and talks about what the experience was like. July 31 at RUF 39, Reese will be back in the cage facing Enzo Perez. We talk about the upcoming fight and what Aaron has done to improve. Aaron also shares his excitement for having and eight-week camp for RUF 39 and what training was like during the pandemic. Also. what the atmosphere is like as the gyms are opening more. Plus, it’s summertime and for Aaron it brings up the toughness he picked up during summers of wrestling camps. Reese also talks about changes he’s made with his mentality and becoming a better teammate.
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Mika Frankl is joined by cagedminds.com Boxing correspondent Josh Herrera the Owner of Santa Fe Lights Out Boxing. We cover Top Ranks Boxing recent shows on ESPN. We touch on how Covid-19 protocols have worked. We talk about the biggest headlines in the Boxing world and talk about when we should see a show here in New Mexico again.
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Ryan "Superman" Spann the number 13 ranked contender in the UFC's light-heavyweight division joins Mika Frankl to talk about his eight-fight win streak and who he tried to fight, who he'd like to fight, and when he wants to fight again. Spann also talks about what he went through having three fights cancelled being fighting Sam Alvey at UFC 249. We touch on the fight with Alvey and what if the no audience was the same feeling has his fights on the Contender Series. We also touch on what fighter Ryan like to watch, what videos games hes playing, and his team at Fortis MMA.
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June 20th Travis Foster faces Kyron Bowen in the main event MFC 8 “Mardi Gras Fight Night II”. Foster talks about his preparation for this fight. We also touch on his March win in the Boxing. During the Covid-19 pandemic we’ve each had our own experience and way of dealing, Travis talks about what he did and how he has grown as a person. Foster does not hold back about being the underdog on June 20th.