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MTK Global, the biggest force in the business of boxing, has now gotten even bigger with our new weekly podcasts.
MTK's The Clinch with Karl Keller every Monday evening will discuss the latest in all MMA news with special guests, whilst MTK's Inside Scoop with Colin Nathan each Wednesday evening will chat with the biggest names from the world of boxing. A MUST for all fight fans.
Legendary multiple world champion Zab Judah talks to us about how he was brought into the sport of Boxing, from meeting Mike Tyson and becoming a World Champion several times over an amazing Boxing career. This and so much more on this week's Episode of MTK’S Inside Scoop with Colin Nathan.
There is a new breed of MMA talent out there and leading the charge is none other than 10 year old Rocky Ruben Dougherty. He carries himself with class, showmanship, respect and no lack of confidence... take a listen and hear how MMA has begun to mould this young star into a future champion and exceptional human being.
Joey Gamache talks to us on how he started Boxing to becoming a two weight World Champion. He also talks about the transition from being a Fighter to being a Trainer and helping to pull off one of the biggest upsets this year in Boxing. This and much more in this weeks Episode of MTK’S Inside Scoop with Colin Nathan.
Brett Johns is one of few MMA fighters to compete in the UFC and walk away on his own accord. After a amassing a professional record of 17-2, 5-2 in the UFC, this bantam weight contender decided to head for greener pastures in Bellator… however, those pastures happen to be full of wolves such as Sergio Pettis, James Gallagher and Juan Archuleta. Take a listen as we start from day 1 in the gym with dad all the way to this pinnacle point in his career.
Buck Smith talks to us about how he was called into the ring while drinking a beer at a boxing show on the same night, from having his first pro fight which he lost on a split decision to never looking back thereafter while accumulating 121 Knockouts. This and so much more on this week's MTK'S Inside Scoop with Colin Nathan.
Ahead of his professional debut Ryan “Hulk” Spillane has reached the highest possible level an Amateur mixed martial arts can dream of… and in the most dangerous weight class at that. After a rough start to his amateur career it looked like the shoe didn’t fit the Hulk’s foot…. he has won 7 of his last 8 fights with the icing on the cake being the IMMAF World Heavyweight title. Now what?
Johnny Nelson talks to us about his Boxing career, having traveled all over the world either fighting or as a sparring partner. From losing in 1995 to winning the World Cruiserweight title and never losing the title when he retired.
This and so much more on this week’s episode of MTK'S Inside Scoop with Colin Nathan.
26 years old, an undefeated 10-0 professional record and just kicking things off with his first win in the UFC. Dusko Todorovic and his life long coach have created what appears to be the perfect storm.
Tune in to find out how he stays so relaxed in what is possibly the most high stress job in the world... you might be surprised.
Hekkie Budler was an outstanding amateur representing South Africa and destined for an Olympic birth. He embarked on a professional career with his trainer Colin Nathan and has never looked back.
To becoming a two weight World Champion and only the second fighter in South African Boxing History to win the Prestigious Ring Magazine Belt, Hekkie talks about this and so much more on this week's episode on MTK'S Inside Scoop.
Brendan Loughnane has lived the life of a pure martial artist, traveling the world, absorbing knowledge and putting his lessons into practice at the highest levels of Mixed Martial Arts competition. In a snapshot it looks like a dream but this life comes at a cost with mountains to climb rather than speed bumps to roll over. From injuries, to inactivity, to contract disputes all the way through two fights in one night… take a walk in the shoes of this class act career fighter who is just getting warmed up.
Having started boxing at the age of 7 out of curiosity, to having the nickname of "Carlos The Jackal" at school to having a dream of becoming Ireland’s first three-weight world champion.
This and more on the Inside Scoop with Colin Nathan.
Few men at the age of 24 can say that they are debt free, bought a drop top Mercedes, built a beautiful home and own the land on which it stands… even fewer men can say that they have accomplished this by leaving school at the age of 15 and have literally fought for every dollar they’ve earned… James Gallagher is one of those few, if not the only.
Sounds like a dream on paper… but do you really think it was that easy?
Listen to a fascinating and informative episode as leading Clinical Psychologist Leonard Carr goes in depth about a Fighter's and Trainer's mind.
At only 31 years of age Myles Jury has amassed a 19-5 professional MMA record competing in both the UFC and Bellator. On top of that, he has wisely chosen to diversify his income by successfully entering into the Real Estate market. This has not only given Myles peace of mind by providing more consistently for his young family, but also freed him to compete for the love of the sport rather than the need to earn a living.
Take a listen as Myles gives a glimpse into his journey from his first days in the gym all the way to caring for his young son.
World class referee and judge Jack Reiss talks about his life and career in Boxing, from just doing his job to living his dream and why he gave Tyson Fury the benefit of doubt after getting dropped in the 12th and last round in his first fight with Deontay Wilder.
On this episode of MTK’s The Clinch with Karl Keller, let’s have a quick look at the man behind the demolition.
We all know the 20+ year pro MMA veteran go his highlight reel knockouts, but how does he fill the hours spent outside the octagon... what makes him tick?
Josh Taylor unified IBF, WBA and Ring Magazine World Champion talks about being one of the smallest guys in school, his competitive nature and living his dream of becoming a world champion for his hometown Scotland.
On this episode of MTK’s The Clinch with Karl Keller, UFC #12 ranked Bantamweight Cody “The Spartan” Stamann sits down with Keller to talk before, during and what’s to come after his career.
Bilal born in Nigeria to a Beninese Mother and Lebanese Father, human trafficked to the UK at the age of 14, tells his story of initial despair, to never giving up and always believing there was something greater for him. His story in Life and Boxing.
Justin Jaynes was born and raised Midwest America with a blue collar work ethic that saw out his dreams of becoming a star on MMA’s greatest stage. His journey may have taken longer than he planned but once his mind was set, there was no turning back.
On this episode MTK’s The Clinch, Justin was kind enough to give us some insight as to what it takes to get to the top. Straight off the mats of Xtreme Couture straight on the mic with Karl Keller.
MTK Global, the biggest force in the business of boxing, launch their brand new Podcast channel with a special interview between the two new hosts Colin Nathan, Head of MTK Africa and host of the new weekly boxing show "MTK's Inside Scoop" and Karl Keller, Head of MTK MMA UAE and host of the new weekly MMA show "MTK's The Clinch".
The hosts give you an insight into their own incredible journeys in their respective sports as well as a taste of things to come with their new shows which delve into the real stories behind the people that make up the world of combat sports as they welcome the biggest names from the industry each week.