On today’s episode, I begin by explaining what Ariel Helwani is misunderstanding about Islam Makhachev's move to 170 lbs. Then, Khamzat Chimaev is favored to beat Dricus du Plessis -- should he be? And Valentina Shevchenko has responded to my criticism! Plus, people are blaming Jon Jones, but there’s still no evidence that he’s the one holding up t…

Luke Thomas is BACK on Submission Radio! We react to all the big fight annoucements, talk JDM/Islam, DDP/Khamzat, Movsar having to fight again and much more! Don't forget to join Luke's awesome Substack: https://lthomas.substack.com/ Download the Saily app and use the code [submission] or go to https://Saily.com/submission to get an exclusive 15% o…

Things are heating up after Dana White's latest announcements and Brian Campbell and Jed Meshew are BACK on Submission Radio LIVE to react to all the biggest news, Ilia/Charles UFC 317, Islam vacating the belt, Islam/JDM, DDP/Khamzat, Patchy Mix coming to the UFC? + MORE Download the Saily app and use the code [submission] or go to https://Saily.co…

With Jack Della Maddalena’s win over Belal Muhammad, the door is now open for Islam Makhachev to move up and challenge JDM. On today's podcast, I talk about whether Makhachev deserves an immediate title shot, and what this fight would mean for the future of lightweight and welterweight. Then, after watching her defeat Manon Fiorit, I tell you about…

It's been a big UFC 315 night, now we settle in with Brett Okamoto and Seán Sheehan LIVE (and a bunch of coffee and regrets) to react to all the action, JDM's incredible performance, Belal not finding success, JDM and Islam, Ilia and Charles, what happens to 170, Jose Aldo deserving more! Don't forget to use code "SUBMISSION" at https://Manscaped.c…

It's the eve of UFC 315, but fresh off of my trip to Iowa, I begin with some stories from my visit to the University of Iowa’s wrestling practice. Then, I tell you why it isn't time to derail the Bo Nickal hype train just yet. Plus, why Ian Machado Garry is wrong for saying Islam Makhachev deserves a welterweight title shot. Also, Alex Pereira clai…

Jose Youngs and Jed Meshew are here for another edition of SR LIVE! We cover it all form UFC 315, Alex Pereira HACKED, RDR vs. Whittaker NEXT?Bo Nickal's latest statement, Ian Garry for the belt, JDM or Belal and more! Don't forget to use code "SUBMISSION" at https://Manscaped.com for 20% AND FREE SHIPPING (Plus you're helping the show) If you want…

UFC Des Moines is in the books, and I break down Reinier de Ridder vs. Bo Nickal—including whether it’s fair to call Nickal overrated, how high de Ridder should climb in the rankings after his win, and my issue with Nickal's approach. Also, what's next for Cory Sandhagen after defeating Deiveson Figueiredo? Then, Charles Oliveira’s coach says Olive…

In a special UFC 315 main event preview, Laura Sanko and I look at both Belal Muhammad and Jack Della Maddalena as they go into their UFC 315 main event. We look at JDM's run to the belt, talk the tactics needed for him to get the belt, what we're expecting from Belal, how an Islam move to 170 looks? should Belal and Islam fight? What other fight L…

ey it's the Morning After...let's get that coffee, Panadol going and try to get it together for UFC 317 Fight Week! On today's agenda the Aftermath UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Figueiredo! What's on tap for the winners? Bo Nickal/RDR! What's next for Bo? How about we also get into UFC 317! Early preview, Belal or JDM, Jose Aldo, Valentina Shevche…

On today’s episode, I tell you why I have a problem with Islam Makhachev basing his future on the outcome of Belal Muhammad vs. Jack Della Maddalena. And for everyone doubting Kamaru Usman ... have you forgotten who Kamaru Usman is? Then, I look ahead to Bo Nickal vs. Reinier de Ridder this weekend at UFC Des Moines, but apparently, Nickal weighed …

With May 4th (Star Wars Day) right around the corner, Beneil Dariush and Mike Heck grab their light sabers and join Submission Radio LIVE to react to preview Poireir/Holloway, talk 155, Sandhagen/Figgy, RDR/Nickal UFC 315, Belal/JDM, Ian Machado Garry and more! Plus we'll get an update from Beneil!

With UFC Kansas City in the books, Ian Machado Garry’s win over Carlos Prates has earned him the spot as the backup fighter for UFC 315. I'll tell you why Machado Garry still concerns me, and what I make of Joaquin Buckley's appearance at his weigh-in. Then, Max Holloway vs. Dustin Poirier 3 is set for UFC 318 in a battle for the BMF title (which I…

On today’s episode, I break the news that Tom Aspinall will face Ciryl Gane — not Jon Jones — for the for the interim heavyweight title (again). Then, a trusted source tells me that Justin Gaethje will get the next shot at Islam Makhachev, not Ilia Topuria. And, Dricus Du Plessis broke his silence on Twitter, telling the public that he has a fight …

The Three Dirt Bags ARE BACK! Brian Campbell and Jed Meshew are back on SR LIVE to take your questions, save UFC 317, Khamzat, Topuria and more! PLUS McGregor ACTUALLY wants to return, WM 41 sucked and TOP 3 Super Hero Movies EVER! Don't forget to sub to BC's channel @TheBrianCampbellExperience and of course @MMAFightingonSBN for all of Jed's aweso…

One of my fave people to talk to is back to breakdown all of the latest MMA news! UFC 317, Caio/Khamzat, UFC not delivering for fans, why Ilia Topuria will be a double champ, does Islam have a point in not wanting to fight Topuria and MUCH MORE! Download the Saily app and use the code [submission] or go to https://Saily.com/submission to get an exc…

Ready for his big return at UFC 315, welterweight champion Belal Muhummad previews his up coming fight with Jack Della Maddalena, why he plans to stick to his plans to stand with JDM, why he wouldn't ever fight Islam at 170, Topuria not deserving an instant 155 shot, why Islam beats him easily, Buckley/Usman, Ian Garry wanting the title shot, why h…

Paddy Pimblett reportedly gained 40 pounds after his UFC 314 win?! On today's episode, I break down how that’s even possible. Then, I explain why I'm uncomfortable with the conversation around Conor McGregor’s alleged cocaine use. And, I’ve got an update on Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall, including Aspinall saying he’s been “sworn to secrecy." Also, if…

On today's episode, I break down the confusing lightweight title picture, and explain why I think Islam Makhachev needs to fight Ilia Topuria. Then, some people are discrediting Paddy Pimblett’s win last weekend by saying Michael Chandler just isn’t that good anymore — I’ll give you my take. Next, I might have to walk back what I said about Alexand…

The Grand Daddy of them all is HERE! Oscar Willis and New York Eric Jackman are on the show to talk all the latest fall out from UFC 314, Ilia Topuria JRE Apperance, when will Khamzat return react to the latest MMA news, give their top 3 Mania moments and more! Download the Saily app and use the code [submission] or go to https://Saily.com/submissi…

I’m back from UFC 314! And after Alexander Volkanovski won the vacant featherweight title over Diego Lopes, Movsar Evloev called him out for a title shot — but I don’t see that matchup as main event material. Then, following his impressive win over Michael Chandler, people are wondering if Paddy Pimblett could become an even bigger star than Conor …

Beneil Dariush reacts to UFC 314 after being in Miami live, explains why he seems Topuria beating Volk, Paddy Pimblett, never being offered Ruffy and fighting Renato Moicano in June and more! Download the Saily app and use the code [submission] or go to https://Saily.com/submission to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! Don't forget to us…

Joining Submission Radio after another historic championship win for Alex Volkanovski, Joe Lopez takes us into the fight round by round, Alex dealing with losing his vision, their gameplan for Diego Lopes, is Movsar next? How does that fight go, Yair/Pitbull reaction, Jean Silva beating Bryce Mitchell, Aaron Pico coming to the UFC and more! Downloa…

Waiting for his opponent to be confirmed, Aaron Pico joins Submission Radio after being a guest fighter in his first UFC experience at UFC 314 in Miami! Aaron reacts to Volkanovski winning, explains why he thinks Topuria still beats him in the rematch, Lopes looking sloppy to him, what happend with Movsar, Jean Silva being next in his opinion, who …

On today’s episode, I introduce you to the newest addition to the UFC: Aaron Pico! Then, I went back and rewatched Sean O'Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili, and I think it was a lot closer than you might remember. Also, my reaction to Carlos Prates smoking four cigarettes at once—is it just for attention, or is there a real problem here? Then, as we gea…

Get ready for UFC 314 with this special with Mike Heck making his FIRST apperance on Submission Radio and Chuck Mindenhall making his return! As always drop your questions during our live chat as we go through the card, predict who wins between Alex Volkanovski/Diego Lopes, Michael Chandler/Paddy Pimblett, Bryce Mitchell/Jean Silva, Yair/Pitbull an…

UFC 314 is the biggest card IN A LONG TIME and Luke Thomas joins me to preview all the action! Can Alex Volkanovski beat Diego Lopes to get his belt back? Michael Chandler/Paddy Pimblett, Bryce Mitchell/Jean Silva, Yair Rodríguez/Patrício Pitbull! Make sure to subscribe to @LukeThomas DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE MK PREGAME and Luke's LIVE WATCH A…

On today’s episode, Ben Askren says Sean O’Malley made a huge mistake accepting a rematch with Merab Dvalishvili—but I’ll tell you where I disagree, and what’s going to be different this time around. Then, after spending plenty of time trying to figure out the right next opponent for Ilia Topuria, I’m turning the question over to the listeners—who …

On today’s episode, I tell you why I love the booking of Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O'Malley 2, and why I think it'll be different this time around. Then, I talk about Ian Machado Garry's decision to step in on short notice against Carlos Prates, and why I believe it's a massive fight for each guy. Meanwhile, Mateusz Gamrot says he's the backup fig…

For the first time EVER, Jed Meshew joins Submission Radio along with friend Big Brian Campbell (BBC), to breakdown all of the latest MMA storylines, preview action, Val Kilmer's Top 5 movies of all tim and answer your questions! Download the Saily app and use the code [submission] or go to https://Saily.com/submission to get an exclusive 15% off y…

One of the GOATS is back on Submission Radio! Demetrious Johnson reacts to Kyoji Horiguchi's UFC return, what a Pantoja/Horiguchi fight looks like, how he felt a Prime DJ vs. Pantoja fight would have gone, who he thinks is next for Islam, Could Topuria have sucess grappling Makhachev, Jones/Aspinall, your fan questions and more! Don't forget to sub…

On today’s episode, it's clearer now more than ever that Conor McGregor's time is done with the UFC. Then, Ilia Topuria claims the UFC has promised him a lightweight title fight -- do I believe that? And, both Topuria and Charles Oliveira want a crack at Islam Makhachev next—but I'd rather see Oliveira vs. Topuria for the No. 1 contender fight. Els…

Free Agent Ryan Bader joins Submission Radio to talk what's next, could we see him back in the UFC? Is time to do a GFL fight against Daniel Cormier? What led to him leaving PFL and more! Plus Ryan talks about playing Mark Coleman in The Smashing Machine, working with The Rock, funny stories! Download the Saily app and use the code [submission] or …

The OG BMF, Jorge Masvidal is ready to return to the UFC to settle things with Leon Edwards! Jorge talks about being ready to fight Edwards, how the fight would go, when we could see it, Belal as champ, Belal/JDM, Conor McGregor and more! Download the Saily app and use the code [submission] or go to https://Saily.com/submission to get an exclusive …

The American Gangster Chael Sonnen is back on Submission Radio! We go back through his classic feuds, react to Jon Jones' response, why he's got a warning for Alex Pereira, his message to Francis Ngannou, who he would have liked to have fought from the current generation of fighters, Khamzat Chimaev AND MORE! Download the Saily app and use the code…

Fresh off defeating Leon Edwards at UFC London, I’m wondering if a title shot is next for Sean Brady. Then, my rare interview with Charles Oliveira (translated by Gabriel Checco) where we discuss what’s really going on between Oliveira and Ilia Topuria. Plus, I explain why I agree with Oliveira’s claim that he deserves a shot at Islam Makhachev’s t…

Jon Anik is BACK on Submission Radio to react to all the biggest MMA news! From Leon Edwards' loss, if we see Jones/Aspinall, who will Topuria fight, Cain Velasquez, Belal/JDM, UFC 314, can Alex Volkanovski do it again AND much more! Don't forget to sign up to Jon's app which takes you behind the scenes and gives you a chance for exclusive content:…

Reacting to Leon Edwards' latest loss to Sean Brady at UFC London, Colby Covington WENT OFF on Paul Felder, revealing an alleged story about Felder and sending him a warning. Plus we talk 170, what might be next, TUF and more! Download the Saily app and use the code [submission] or go to https://Saily.com/submission to get an exclusive 15% off your…

On today’s episode, Tom Aspinall says Jon Jones needs to either fight him or retire, which leads me to remind you that Jones hasn’t actually turned down the fight. Then, Conor McGregor says he wants to run for Ireland's highest political offer, while also hinting at a UFC return. I'll tell you why I think it's possible he can do both. Plus, BKFC's …

On today’s episode, Jon Jones wants six months to prepare for Tom Aspinall, but what exactly does he mean by that? Plus, Aspinall’s father is furious with Jones' request, and I'll explain why the UFC won't consider any of his concerns. Then, Dricus Du Plessis is thanking Magomed Ankalaev for taking away what he calls “the biggest payday of my life.…

On today’s episode, Arman Tsarukyan is dismissing Paddy Pimblett, but I'll tell you why it's really a compliment in disguise. Then, Jon Anik suggested says Justin Gaethje should be next in line for Islam Makhache ... is he right? Plus, Rafael Fiziev wants to move to 145 lbs., and I’ll tell you why history shows that move wouldn't do him any favors.…

Luke Thomas is back! We talk Conor McGregor moshpits at Limpbizkit, BJ Penn's alarming posts, who wins Pereira/Ankalaev 2, what is Topuria's announcement? Could a perfect Justin Gaethje beat Islam, Luke's hate for Kiss and more! Luke drops a big annoucement next week! Don't miss it sub to @LukeThomas ! Download the Saily app and use the code [submi…

On today’s episode, I break down down everything I saw Saturday night at UFC 313 in Las Vegas. I have plenty to say about Magomed Ankalaev’s win over Alex Pereira, and why Ankalaev deserves full credit for his performance. And what the heck happened to Pereira? Then, Justin Gaethje’s victory over Rafael Fiziev showed me just how tough Gaethje reall…

After a massive UFC 313 for the UFC 155 division, Beneil Dariush responds to Ruffy's call out, reacts to his win, Turner retiring, Gaethje/Fiziev, should Justin get the shot against Islam, what that looks like and more! Download the Saily app and use the code [submission] or go to https://Saily.com/submission to get an exclusive 15% off your first …

The legend Chuck Mindenhall joins Submission Radio FOR THE FIRST TIME to react to UFC 313! We talk all the big story lines, Alex Pereira losing, Ankalaev as the new champ, what's next for Alex, Gaethje/Fiziev, Gaethje/Topuria next? Tuner retiring, Ruffy with the KO of the year and more! (Also apologies I lost my voice this weekend but try my best t…

On today’s episode, I get you ready for this weekend's UFC 313 showdown in Las Vegas. I’ve witnessed some training sessions up close and personal and I have to say ... Alex Pereira’s preparation is something special. And while I’m hesitant to choose a winner in the main event, Alexander Volkanovski makes no hesitation with his. I'm also liking what…

After another incredible job calling the action for the Davis/Roach Jr. fight, Brian Campbell settles into the warm bath water of Submission Radio to take us into one of the craziest nights of boxing this past weekend, preview UFC 313, what's next for Alex Pereira, Aspinall/Pereira, this Jon Jones saga draining our souls, the impact is has on Jones…

On today’s episode, I dive into Alex Pereira coming into fight week 22 pounds overweight, and why I’d love to see him make the move to heavyweight after UFC 313. Then, Justin Gaethje is the betting underdog against Rafael Fiziev—does that surprise you? I also have no reason to believe Dustin Poirier will hang up the gloves any time soon based on th…

UFC 313 Fight week is here and it's an honour having Dan Hardy back on Submission Radio to preview the action! We talk about it all, Pereira/Ankalaev, Fiziev/Gaethje, the 155 division, if Alex Pereira steps up to fight Tom Aspinall next with Jon Jones seemingly refusing, how Pereira/Aspinall goes, your fan questions and more! Download the Saily app…

On today’s episode, Rafael Fiziev steps up on short notice to replace Dan Hooker at UFC 313 against Justin Gaethje. While Fiziev said yes, Gaethje is also revealing the names that said no - including Dustin Poirier. Then, I tell you why it was a dirty move for Chris Eubank Jr. to slap Conor Benn in the face with an egg. Plus, Francis Ngannou admits…