Welcome to Episode 76 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

This week the lads look ahead to Paul Hughes' title fight at PFL Dubai vs Usman Nurmagomedov. Nathan Kelly, John Mitchell & Kenny Mokhonoana all join the show ahead of their respective fights on the card.

Andy, Ian, and Caoilte also chat about Omar Tugarev's remaining undefeated despite a biting incident at UAE Warriors, and Will Fleury's opportunity to become a two-weight Oktagon champion.

Episode 76: Kelly, Mitchell & Mokhonoana

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

Welcome to Episode 81 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

James "Jimbo Slice" Sheehan joins the show 1 year on from his Cage Warriors title win. In just 3 weeks, the Team Ryano welterweight returns to RDS to defend his belt for the first time vs Justin Burlinson in front of a hometown Dublin crowd.

Andy, Ian & Caoilte discuss the recent success of Rhys McKee, Shauna Bannon & Caolan Loughran in the UFC. They also react to the news of Ian Machado Garry's main event showdown with Carlos Prates in Kansas City, Missouri later this month. Additionally, the lads chat Nathan Kelly's PFL loss, Pa Lehane and Nikolay Grozdev at WOW FC, Alan Philpott's huge homecoming fight vs Lewis McGrillen at PFL Belfast, Brian Draper & Cian Cowley's upcoming fights, and the RETURN of SBG Ireland to Cage Warriors.


Episode 81: James "Jimbo Slice" Sheehan

Welcome to Episode 82 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

It's a Cage Warriors Dublin special this week, with 3 guests joining for a stacked episode. Alexander O'Sullivan details the health issues, including suffering a stroke, that have kept him out of the cage (until now). Ciaran Brady chats about overcoming imposter syndrome and battling nerves as he looks to extend his unbeaten record this weekend. Max Lally shares what it was like to join Alexander Volkanovski's camp, discusses the state of Irish MMA and who the country's biggest prospect is right now.

Andy, Ian & Caoilte preview the full Cage Warriors 188 card, discuss Cian Cowley's emphatic win to capture gold in Denmark, and much more!


Episode 82: Max Lally, Ciaran Brady, and Alexander O'Sullivan

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

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

The lads discuss a perfect night for the Irish in action at CW189 in Rome. Paddy McCorry's cultural moment following his win over Shuki Farage stole the narrative of the night, with Ryan Shelley rebounding into the win column with a submission over the experienced Simone D'Anna, and Gary Rooney marking his Cage Warriors debut with a choke of his own!

Later in the podcast, Andy, Ian and Caoilte discuss Andreeas Binder in TUF, Ben Mahon's shining performance on Iúr FC XV, and the rest of the Irish MMA news & action.

Episode 85: Paddy McCorry's Cultural Moment Leads a Perfect Irish Night in Rome

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

The Auld Triangle is an Irish MMA podcast hosted by Ian O'Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson. Each episode, we'll be joined by a prominent guest to discuss the local scene, from amateur shows to those forging their path in the UFC. New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Powered by SevereMMA.com

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