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

Welcome to Episode 88 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

Irish MMA stalwart Brian "The Pikeman" Moore joins the show to discuss his decision to hang up the gloves once and for all, reflect on his storied career that saw him become the first Irishman to ever headline a Bellator show, and look ahead to life after retirement.

Andy, Ian and Caoilte react to Leon Hill's impressive return to Cage Warriors, Gerard Burns' grueling victory in Bulgaria, and all the recent news & action in Irish MMA.

Episode 88: Brian Moore Reflects on Retirement

Welcome to Episode 89 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

Kiefer "BDK" Crosbie joins the show ahead of his fight vs Taiyilake Neuraji at UFC Shanghai later this month. Crosbie discusses his camp under Eric Nicksick at Xtreme Couture, the changes in SBG Ireland & his relationship with John Kavanagh, his struggles with addiction and depression following his UFC losses, and how he has picked himself back up to put it all on the line once again when he travel to China to face Neuraji.

Andy, Ian and Caoilte react to Artem Lobov's shock return to MMA vs Zubaira Tukhugov, Omran Chaaban's sensational leg-kick TKO, Will Fleury's biggest Oktagon test to date vs Martin Buday, rumoured PFL bouts, Cage Warriors Dublin fight announcements, and much more!

Episode 89: Kiefer Crosbie Talks Mental Struggle, SBG Change and Taiyilake Nueraji

Welcome to Episode 90 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

Solomon "King" Simon joins the show ahead of his upcoming fight vs Aiden Lee at Cage Warriors Dublin. The Team Ryano fighter reflects on his highlight-reel finish last time out in the RDS, Harry Hardwick's departure from the Cage Warriors featherweight division, and a possible title opportunity?

Andy, Ian and Caoilte discuss the recent string of tough result for Irish UFC fighters. The lads react to the controversial handling of the illegal knee suffered by Kiefer Crosbie at UFC Shanghai, Herb Dean's early stoppage in Rhys McKee's fight, and Shauna Bannon's submission loss to Sam Hughes. 

Episode 90: Solomon "King" Simon

Welcome to Episode 91 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

Damien McKenna, Trevor Makengo, and Jamie Abbott-Bissett all join the show for the first time ahead of an action-packed Cage Warriors Dublin event this Saturday at the RDS.

Andy, Ian and Caoilte discuss Paddy McCorry returning home from Las Vegas with a victory but unfortunately no UFC contract, Caolan Loughran's opponent change from Lewis McGrillen to Jack Cartwright and Denis Frimpong's impressive Oktagon victory over Peter Gabal. The lads also preview this weekend's Cage Warriors Dublin card, and talk much more Irish MMA news and action.

Episode 91: McKenna, Makengo, and Abbott-Bissett

Welcome to Episode 92 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

Caolan Loughran joins the show ahead of his PFL debut. "The Don" reacts to Lewis McGrillen withdrawing from their fight and discusses his new matchup vs Jack Cartwright.

Andy, Ian and Caoilte dissect the Cage Warriors 194 card that took place in Dublin's RDS on Saturday. The lads also look ahead to the gigantic rematch between Paul Hughes and Usman Nurmagomedov this Friday in Dubai. Additionally, they discuss Solomon Simon and Omar Tugarev's Cage Warriors title fight announcements, Darragh Kelly's impressive win at PFL Nantes and the news that Karl Moore failed a drugs test.

Episode 92: Caolan Loughran Talks Jack Cartwright Fight, Cage Warriors Dublin Recap, Hughes vs Nurmagomedov 2 Preview

Welcome to Episode 93 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

The lads discuss all the controversy of the rematch between Paul Hughes and Usman Nurmagomedov, a tough night for Irish MMA at PFL Dubai, Ian Machado Garry drawing former UFC champion Belal Muhammad for a potential number-one contender fight, and Conor McGregor's 18-month suspension by CSAD.

That, and much more Irish MMA news and action.

Episode 93: Hughes vs Nurmagomedov 2 Controversy, Garry vs Belal & Conor McGregor Suspension

Welcome to Episode 94 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

Solomon "King" Simon joins the show to talk about his upcoming Cage Warriors world title fight, the Dublin main event cancellation and Nik Bagley injury, training alongside his brother and more.

Andy, Ian, and Caoilte discuss the Cage Warriors welterweight title picture and challenge whether the promotion is to be treated as a standalone organisation or simply a vehicle for fighters to get to UFC.

Additionally, they unpack an absolutely packed October calendar of action and news in the world of Irish MMA.

Episode 94: Solomon "King" Simon Talks Cage Warriors World Title Fight

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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