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 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

Every Dylan Tuke interview is must watch/listen, but this just might be his greatest yet:

🔹His decision to retire, the conflicting feelings, and the struggle to come to terms with it ending.
🔸The impact his Nanny/Ma had on his life, and the grief he’s experiencing since losing her.
🔹Contemplating becoming a trauma counselor to help children.
🔸Starting MMA as a bullied child
🔹The original label of “The next McGregor”
🔸Brain trauma in MMA
🔹The Adam Ventre war
🔸Dealing with loss in front of a sold-out 3Arena
🔹Career mismanagement
🔸The brutal state of pay in MMA

And much much more.

A special episode of The Auld Triangle to say goodbye (at least for now) to “The Nuke”


The Dylan Tuke Retirement Special

Welcome to Episode 95 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

The lads discuss the impact of Ian Machado Garry's victory over Belal Muhammad on the welterweight division, and if he is primed to be the next title contender, Solomon "King" Simon's champion-making performance to claim Cage Warriors gold, Omar Tugarev's disappointing performance to lose his Cage Warriors belt, and all the other news & action in Irish MMA.

Episode 95: Did Ian Garry Just Earn a UFC Title Shot?

Welcome to Episode 96 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

Oktagon double champion, Will Fleury, joins the show ahead of the biggest fight of his career vs Martin Buday in Prague. 

The lads react to Nikolay Grozdev's incredible win on WOW FC, and discuss the recent domestic action at GladiatÉire and Elite FC.

Episode 96: Will Fleury's Toughest Test Yet?

In this special edition of The Auld Triangle, Danni McCormack joins the lads to discuss her decision to retire from MMA and reflect on an amazing career that saw her become Ireland's first ever Invicta FC world champion.

The Danni McCormack Retirement Episode

0:00 - Intro & Super Bowl chat
7:15 - Brian Manning Stuns in Oktagon Debut
15:40 - Jordan Bradshaw's Coming Out Performance in Ares
22:13 - Solomon Simon Talks Nik Bagley & CW Featherweight Title Defence
49:00 - Elite FC 7 Recap
58:45 - Paddy McCorry Joins the Show Ahead of CW Middleweight Title Fight
1:29:00 - Jack Maguire Returns to Oktagon action
1:30:25 - Is Oktagon Coming to Ireland?

Welcome to Episode 99 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

Solomon Simon and Paddy McCorry both join the show ahead of their respective Cage Warriors world title fights on the historic CW200 card later this month in Dublin.

Andy, Ian and Caoilte chat about the Superbowl, recap Brian Manning's A+ Oktagon debut, Jordan Bradshaw's coming out performance on Ares, this weekend's Elite FC card, and discuss Oktagon potentially coming to Ireland.

Episode 99: Solomon Simon & Paddy McCorry Prepare for World Title Fights

Welcome to Episode 101 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.

With Caoilte off on his world travels, Ian and Andy sit down to discuss the Cage Warriors 200 card, get into the potential Irish vs Irish matchups, and ponder the question: is MMA really sport?

Episode 101: Cage Warriors 200 Review & Is MMA Really A Sport?

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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