Fight Disciples Podcast

Islam Makhachev became the first fighter in UFC history to record 17 consecutive victories inside the Octagon whilst making the first defence of his welterweight title at UFC 330. But is that enough to promote him to MMA's GOAT?

Challenger Ian Machado Garry was sharp, accurate and showcased his defensive grappling strengths. But once more, a lack of predatory instinct cost him on mixed martial arts' biggest stage.

Refreshed from his family holidays, Nick reviews the headline title fight and the rest of the Philly main card before inviting your comments.
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UFC 330 lands in Philadelphia this weekend with a main event featuring the best fighter in mixed martial arts, Islam Makhachev, defending the welterweight title for the first time against #1 contender Ian Machado-Garry.

Can the challenger live up to his own lofty ambitions and continue 2026's MMA narrative as being 'The Year of the Upset', or will the champion surpass Anderson Silva and claim his 17th consecutive victory inside the Octagon?
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Zuffa Boxing lands in Dublin, Ireland this weekend as Aaron McKenna tops a card at home for the first time challenging for the world middleweight title.

Ably support by brother Stephen and stablemate Callum Walsh, the 3Arena once again promises to be bouncing come Saturday night.

Meanwhile, it's Groundhog Day over in Leeds, as Troy Williamson is forced to run back the standout performance of his career rematching Callum Simpson – this time for none of the marbles – but, hopefully, a substantial pay day!
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Jake Paul is in the MMA business for real following his Most Valuable Promotions organisation, bastion of women's pro boxing, merged with the Professional Fighters League.

Following the success of MVP MMA's maiden show live on Netflix earlier this year, questions remained how they could ever grow to truly compete with the UFC.

That major conundrum, at least, was answered yesterday with the 400-strong roster of PFL athletes being a critical part of the merger.

But, what does this actually mean for the fighters; you, the fans; and the sport of MMA as a whole?
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Boxing heads to Dublin, Ireland for the first of three blockbuster events in the coming weeks, starting with the brilliant super-lightweight title tussle between Pierce O'Leary and Mark Chamberlain.

With a suitably-stacked Irish ensemble undercard attached, the night promises to deliver plenty of fireworks, but nowhere more so than in the main event.

Both have genuine world title ambitions, but only one can move closer to one of the premier names in the 140lb division.

We also find a few minutes to initially lament then get excited about the weekend's offering across the Atlantic!
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