What is up and welcome to The Energized Show! On this episode Irish MMA Legend Liam Shannon joins us to discuss Paul Hughes Vs Usman Nurmagomedov , Paddy McCorry's Cage Warriors Win & life in Fight Academy Ireland.

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#560 LIAM SHANNON | PAUL HUGHES, PADDY McCORRY & LIFE IN FAI | THE ENERGIZED SHOW

Welcome to Episode 74 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

For the first episode of 2025, a star-studded cast of Irish MMA fighters and coaches join the show for a mega episode looking back on 2024. 

Huge thanks to the 13 guests for joining!

Jack Maguire
Flobater Fares
Omran Chaaban
Omar Tugarev
Chris Fields
Liam Shannon
Shauna Bannon
James Sheehan
Solomon Simon 
Danni McCormack
Will Fleury

Episode 74: 2024 Year-In-Review Special!

Welcome to Episode 77 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

Fresh off of PFL's Road to Dubai card, the lads unpack and reflect on Paul Hughes' bittersweet loss to Usman Nurmagomedov, a performance that captured the hearts and minds of MMA fans and elevated Hughes to worldwide superstardom. 

They also discuss John Mitchell, Nathan Kelly and Kenny Mokhonoana's fights, on what was a tough night for Irish MMA.

Later, they discuss the recent fight announcements from the Irish domestic scene.

Episode 77: Paul Hughes Becomes a Worldwide Superstar

Welcome to Episode 80 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

Caolan Loughran joins the show to chat about his rematch vs Nathan Fletcher at UFC London this weekend. Loughran reveals he had thoughts of retiring from MMA after his most recent loss to Jake Hadley and reacts to his sponsorship signing with Irish institution and GAA apparel giant, O'Neill's. Additionally, he shares his thoughts on Conor McGregor questioning Paul Hughes' Irish identity.

Andy, Ian & Caoilte discuss a heap of Irish MMA news stories/topics:

 - Will Fleury's gutsy performance in Frankfurt to capture the Oktagon heavyweight title and become a two-weight champion, his incredible year in the promotion, and what comes next?
 - Denis Frimpong impresses as Oktagon's hometown hunter.
 - Paul Hughes set to face Bruno Miranda at PFL Belfast. How can PFL capitalize on Hughes' ascent to superstardom?
 - Decky McAleenan's signing with PFL & inclusion in the European lightweight tournament.
 - Will we see the best of Shauna Bannon at UFC London?
 - Karl Moore, Ciaran Clarke and Nathan Kelly receive their quarter-final matchups for the PFL world tournaments.
 - Brian Manning's stunning power earns him another 1st-round KO & all the Cage Conflict XV action.
 - Dylan Logan returns in style after a 5-year hiatus.
 - Adam Shelley returns to the win column with a comprehensive W in Rome.
 - Craig McGrattan dominates in his Cage Warriors debut.
 - More Irish pro fights on tap at Clan Wars 51!

Episode 80: Caolan Loughran

What is up and welcome to The Energized Show! On this episode we discuss Paul Hughes Homecoming, Brian Manning Bust Up, Troy Gibson Is Back & Irish MMA Action.

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#581 PAUL HUGHES HOMECOMING, BRIAN MANNING BUST UP & TROY GIBSON IS BACK | THE ENERGIZED SHOW

Welcome to Episode 83 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

With Caoilte off traveling the world, Ian and Andy chat about Ian Machado Garry's impressive headlining performance vs Carlos Prates, Paul Hughes taking centre stage in his PFL Belfast homecoming, joy and heartbreak at Cage Warriors 188, and a heap of domestic Irish MMA action!

Episode 83: Hughes' Homecoming

What is up and welcome to The Energized Show! On this episode MMA Cork's Brian Manning joins us to discuss his UFC Plans, Paul Hughes KO Win & Caolan Loughran Joins PFL.

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#582 BRIAN MANNING | UFC PLANS, PAUL HUGHES KO WIN & CAOLAN LOUGHRAN JOINS PFL | THE ENERGIZED SHOW

0:00 - Intro
4:30 - PFL Belfast Overall Thoughts
12:40 - Paul Hughes' Performance
19:30 - Lewis McGrillen vs Alan Philpott
25:12 - Decky McAleenan vs Gino Van Steenis
29:32 - Claudio Pacella vs Gavin Hughes
30:40 - Eoin "The Sheriff" Sheridan's Explosive Finish
35:15 - Seán McCormac's Return
37:25 - Corey McLaughlin and Nahom Wedi's Domestic Showdown
42:15 - Caolan Loughran Signs with PFL!
47:07 - Liam Shannon Interview
1:28:55 - Jack Maguire's Covert Operation Win
1:30:36 - Jordan Bradshaw Pro Debut Success
1:31:30 - Denis Frimpong Digs Deep to Impress Again in Oktagon
1:41:50 - Iúr FC This Weekend!

Welcome to Episode 84 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

Liam Shannon makes a spectacular entrance on today's show, celebrating Paul Hughes' homecoming success at PFL Belfast, demanding the Usman Nurmagomedov rematch, and chatting all things Fight Academy Ireland.

The lads discuss an amazing night for Paul Hughes & PFL in the SSE Arena, react to Caolan Loughran's signing with PFL, recap all the recent Irish MMA action (including a brilliant night for Denis Frimpong at Oktagon), and look ahead to the upcoming Iúr FC XV and Cage Warriors Rome cards.

Episode 84: Liam Shannon

Welcome to Episode 86 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

Oktagon lightweight, Denis "The Menace" Frimpong, joins the show to talk fatherhood, Oktagon path, next fight and more.

Andy, Ian and Caoilte discuss PFL's mishandling of the Nurmagomedov vs Hughes rematch, career paths for Irish fighters in 2025, Omran Chaaban and Flobater Fares' brilliant performances over at UAE Warriors, and much more Irish MMA news & action.

Episode 86: Denis "The Menace" Frimpong

Welcome to Episode 87 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

Newly minted Cage Warriors champion Omar "The Takeover" Tugarev joins the show following his title-clinching performance over James Power. The Team KF lightweight chatted to the lads about his background from bully victim to MMA champion, his rapid ascent since turning pro, and whether a Cage Warriors title defence or Dana White's Contender Series comes next.

Andy, Ian and Caoilte recap a supremely busy June schedule in the world of Irish MMA.

Episode 87: Omar Tugarev

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