Today on the podcast, we'll discuss the comparisons between Jon Jones and Floyd Mayweather, what the best division is in mixed martial arts (MMA) and how the 'final four' of Justin Gaethje, Dustin Poirier, Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler stack up. We'll also talk life stresses, how fighters respond when getting stopped versus losing decision, best books on the bookshelf and more.

This is episode 90 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.

Live Chat, ep. 90: Jones-Mayweather Comparisons, Self Image, Poirier-Oliveira

RJ Clifford grills Bellator Lightweight Champ Michael Chandler with some rapid fire questions in SXM Fight Club's Sudden Death segment.

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Today on the podcast, we'll revisit some of the storylines coming out of UFC 274 such as the reason for Charles Oliveira's transformation, Rose Namajunas's corner work with Pat Barry and Trevor Wittman plus some of Justin Gaethje's known weaknesses. We'll also discuss fighters using therapeutic use exemptions, UFC fight cards being watered down, the lack of respect shown to knocked out fighters, Dana White's take on Rose vs. Carla Esparza 2 and much more.

This is episode 115 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.

Live Chat: Oliveira's Transformation, Namajunas Corner, Gaethje's Weaknesses

Eddie Cross is back from UFC 277 from Dallas, to give you a behind the scenes look at Fight Night. Amanda Nunes reclaimed her spot as the Female GOAT, Brandon Moreno is the new Interim UFC Flyweight Champion; and Derrick Lewis should never fight in Texas again. 

What Up With That? features the latest on the cancellation of Jake Paul vs. Hasim Rahman Jr., Michael Chandler vs. Dustin Poirier, ONEFC signings, and more. 

Finally, the guys look ahead to UFC on ESPN 40 and the TUF Finale. Thiago Santos takes on Jamahal Hill in a Light Heavyweight main event. Also the first round of the PFL playoffs take place in New York.

FIGHT NIGHT #387

Griffin took Glenn just about everywhere he could on this week's edition of Fighting Words with lots on the docket as we looked at Baltimore's own, Gervonta 'Tank' Davis taking on Frank Martin Saturday night, Griffin gave you his favorite pick plus we dove into the latest in the UFC, the drama surrounding UFC 303's main event involving Conor McGregor, this week and last in the UFC as Griffin gave out his best bets for Saturday night's card, Anderson Silva boxing Chael Sonnen and much more...

Fighting Words with Griffin Bass (June 13, 2024)

Brent Primus is revved up to go for his fight against Michael Chandler at Bellator 180.

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At UFC 220, Stipe Miocic and Francis N'Gannou fought to a decision. In the co-main event, UFC light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier outclassed Volkan Oezdemir to retain his title in under two rounds. Calvin Kattar, Gian Villante and Rob Font also scored nice wins on the main card.

At Bellator 192, Rampage Jackson and Chael Sonnen fought to a decision. In the co-main event, Rory MacDonald managed to outwork Douglas Lima to become the new Bellator welterweight champion. Aaron Pico and Michael Chandler also earned nice wins.

This is the UFC 220 and Bellator 192 Post-Fight Special.

UFC 220 and Bellator 192 Post-Fight Special

UFC Lightweight Champion, holder of the longest active undefeated streak in MMA, two-time Combat Sambo World Champion, and Mike's AKA teammate, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Skypes in for this episode! He and Mike talk about his training camp in Dubai, staying focused during fight week, his thoughts on Michael Chandler, what's in store for Justin Gaethje at UFC 254, if Conor has a chance at a rematch, Team Khabib's next superstar, and so much more. This is the one you've been waiting for, so show us your support by subscribing and click that bell for notifications! 

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Timestamps:
00:46 Training camp updates
1:57 Coach Javier is getting cocky, and the guys don't like snakes
3:13 UAE is on a different level
4:08 The reason they didn't have their camp at AKA in San Jose
5:42 A typical training day for Khabib
7:12 Fight week is all about the mental game
9:54 Khabib's go-to cheat foods
11:07 Khabib would fight Michael Chandler with only standup
16:06 Justin Gaethje has to be ready for everything
17:29 What makes Khabib so dominant and successful?
18:51 Everything Khabib has built is on the line in UFC 254
20:03 GSP and Floyd Mayweather are fights that motivate Khabib
21:10 How Conor could get another shot if he beats Poirier
22:21 There's something good on the way for Islam Makhachev 
23:12 Umar Nurmagomedov had to drop out of UFC 254
24:06 Khabib thinks Islam Makhachev is the next superstar
24:53 Advice for young fighters who want to be the best
26:16 Khabib fights for his legacy, not money
27:26 Why is Abubakar called Manap?
28:20 Khabib wants to finish Justin Gaethje

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Khabib Nurmagomedov (Guest) - EP #89

UFC 254 is in the books! Khabib Nurmagomedov defeated Justin Gaethje to retain the undisputed UFC Lightweight Championship, and then retired in the Octagon. Robert Whittaker proved he is still a contender in the middleweight division. This Saturday night UFC Las Vegas 12 features the supposed final fight of Anderson Silva's career.

Khabib Nurmagomedov submitted Justin Gaethje in the 2nd round in Abu Dhabi and then retired at UFC 254, leaving MMA with a perfect 29-0 record. The guys discuss what's next for the UFC lightweight division. In the co-main event, Robert Whittaker defeated Jared Cannonier to possibly earn a rematch with Israel Adesanya for the middleweight title. 

What Up With That? discusses Jon Jones' GOAT Twitter rant,  Leon Edwards being removed from the UFC rankings and then being forced to fight Khamzat Chimaev, Francis Ngannou waiting for his title shot, and more!

UFC Las Vegas 12 takes places this Saturday night and features a main event of Anderson Silva vs. Uriah Hall. "Thugnasty" Bryce Mitchell finally dawns the camo shorts against Andre Fili in the co-main event. Bellator MMA will crown a middleweight champion when Douglas Lima fights Gegard Mousasi on Thursday night.

FIGHT NIGHT #305

It's a Conor McGregor fight week! The guys preview UFC 257 and look back at the Khabib Nurmagomedov news and UFC on ABC 1.

Max Holloway put on a clinic Saturday afternoon against Calvin Kattar in the featherweight main event of UFC on ABC 1. Carlos Condit also got a win over Matt Brown in the co-main event.

What Up With That? discusses Dana White's "announcement" about Khabib Nurmagomedov, Cody Garbrandt's future and more.

"The Notorious" Conor McGregor makes his return at UFC 257 to rematch Dustin "The Diamond" Poirier in a lightweight main event. Michael Chandler makes his UFC debut in the co-main event against Dan Hooker.

FIGHT NIGHT #315

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