The Big Brown Breakdown

Brendan Schaub recaps UFC 333, breaking down Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili 3, Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev, and the Daniel Cormier commentary controversy. After going 5–0 on his main card picks, Brendan explains why Yan’s takedown defense deserves more credit and why Sean O’Malley should get the next title shot.
Plus, is Volkanovski vs. Justin Gaethje the superfight to make? Brendan weighs Volk’s featherweight legacy, reacts to Dominick Reyes and O’Malley calling out DC, and discusses Islam Makhachev’s next-fight situation and Carlos Prates vs. Michael Morales. Also covered: Aaron Pico, Alexander Volkov, Alex Pereira’s heavyweight gamble, and the latest UFC matchmaking rumors.
Who should fight Petr Yan next, and would you rather see Volk defend at featherweight or face Gaethje?

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Does Ilia Topuria deserve an immediate Justin Gaethje rematch? Brendan Schaub tackles Gaethje vs. Topuria 2, Jon Jones’ UFC future, and whether Sean Strickland is worth his asking price on Big Brown Breakdown.

If Alexander Volkanovski didn’t get an immediate rematch, why should Topuria? Could anyone overtake Jon Jones as MMA’s GOAT? Brendan takes on your questions about UFC matchmaking, fighter pay, and the biggest debates in mixed martial arts.

Plus, Mike Malott’s potential, whether Michael “Venom” Page is underrated, UFC fighter contracts, and prime Fedor Emelianenko vs. Shane Carwin. We also get into kids’ self-defense, life in Texas, and bringing Eddie Bravo back for an old-school Fight Companion.

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Brendan Schaub is LIVE to preview UFC 333: Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev and Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili 3! Can Volk stop Evloev’s wrestling? Who wins the trilogy? We’re breaking down the matchups, making picks, talking the latest MMA news, and answering YOUR questions. Drop your takes in the chat!
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Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev is a coin flip, and Brendan Schaub is taking VOLK… barely. On Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 546, Brendan previews UFC 333, breaking down Evloev’s wrestling, Volkanovski’s championship experience, and why this pick comes with serious reservations.
Brendan also breaks down Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili 3, including the concerns surrounding Yan’s back surgery, and delivers his main card picks for Lone’er Kavanagh vs. Ramazan Temirov, Alexander Volkov vs. Rizvan Kuniev, and Aaron Pico vs. Losene Keita.
Plus, Ian Garry’s rumored matchup with Yaroslav Amosov, Shakur Stevenson’s Zuffa Boxing exit, Alex Pereira’s heavyweight future, Farid Basharat’s UFC departure, and why Brendan believes Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou is NEVER happening.
Who wins at UFC 333: Volkanovski or Evloev? Yan or Merab?

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Brendan Schaub weighs in on UFC roster cuts and the fan backlash, plus your questions on Big Brown Breakdown LIVE Ep. 38.
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