Cageside with John Morgan is a weekly video podcast that will breakdown and preview everything in the world of Mixed Martial Arts, including hard hitting interviews by some of the biggest stars in the sport. John Morgan is an award winning journalist and is widely regarded as the best MMA insider in the world.
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UFC 306 preview: Sean O’Malley headlines Sphere Las Vegas; how good is Usman Nurmagomedov | Cageside
Monday, September 9, 2024 • Duration 01:00:17
On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan look back at “Bellator Champions Series: San Diego” from this past weekend and wonder where Usman Nurmagomedov would fit in amongst the best in the UFC lightweight division before recapping UFC Fight Night 242, and Sean Brady’s big win. Then, it’s UFC 306 fight week!
Can Sean O’Malley use his footwork and reach to keep “The Machine,” Merab Dvalishvili, at bay or will the pace and cardio be to much for the “Suga” show? Is third time the charm for former champ Valentina Shevchenko, and are we shocked that “T-City” is a betting underdog? All this and more...
Check out the full Dana White interview here: https://youtu.be/eOIZDG0v74s
0:00 – Check out the Dana White interview! 2:19 – How good is Bellator lightweight champ Usman Nurmagomedov 10:22 – Sean Brady turns in fantastic performance against Gilbert Burns 14:45 – Finally, it’s time for “UFC 306 at Riyadh Season Noce UFC” 16:17 – Breaking down Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili 26:05 – Underestimating O’Malley and his intelligence as a fighter 32:08 – Is at #AndNew or #AndStill on Saturday night? 38:47 – Why isn’t there more talk about Alexa Grasso vs. Valentina Shevchenko 3? 47:07 – Will Sphere Las Vegas shine at UFC 306? 50:41 – Brian Ortega being disrespected ahead of Diego Lopes fight? 57:37 – A special night on press row – wherever that might be
Dana White on Noche UFC: “Does it work? Is it great? ... We won’t know until it’s over”
Sunday, September 8, 2024 • Duration 15:27
UFC CEO and President Dana White spoke to Grind City Media’s John Morgan ahead of Riyadh Season Noche UFC, formerly known as “UFC 306: O’Malley vs. Dvalishvili,” where the promotion is planning a one-of-a-kind event at the technological marvel known as Sphere Las Vegas.
White discusses the challenge of not only producing the event in the building, but also for an ESPN+ pay-per-view audience. He also discusses what it means for Canelo Alvarez to be facing Edgar Berlanga the same night in Las Vegas at the UFC’s usual home of T-Mobile Arena, addresses Oscar De La Hoya’s recent message, the future of Noche UFC, and more, including some thoughts on the retirement of former UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson, why he continues to stress the pound-for-pound status of Jon Jones, and more.
Riyadh Season Noche UFC takes place Saturday, September 14.
Timecodes 0:00 – “The level of difficulty and the complication of this event, is at a whole ’nother level 1:14 – “If you’re Mexican or of Mexican descent, you’re going to be blown away” 2:01 – “People, wouldn’t even understand how hard and challenging this thing really was and is” 4:12 – “Sports and entertainment are truly going to come together at the same time” 6:02 – “What I don’t know is if this works” 8:08 – Is this a head-to-head battle with Canelo Alvarez? 9:16 – Oscar De La Hoya? “I don’t know where he’s getting his tickets from, but he definitely isn’t getting it from me” 10:26 – “Who’s defended Demetrious Johnson more than me?” 11:05 – Jon Jones pound-for-pound best? Trust the experts. 12:36 – Sphere Las Vegas works, is Allegiant Stadium next? 13:48 – Sphere future uncertain, but Noche UFC “will be a tentpole event every year now”
Umar Nurmagomedov cements title shot; looking to Dricus Du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya | Cageside
Monday, August 5, 2024 • Duration 53:19
On this episode, Eric McMahon and JohnMorgan look back at UFC on ABC 7 from Abu Dhabi, where Umar Nurmagomedov cemented his spot as the next in line for the bantamweight title after an impressive all-around performance against Cory Sandhagen. The legend Tony Ferguson retires – or did he? Mackenzie Dern looks impressive in yet another win – is she now more than just a jiu-jitsu fighter? Looking forward to UFC 305 with Dricus Du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya. Is “DDP” just trolling Adesanya at this point? All this and more.
0:00 – Eric makes his PFL debut, and gets scolded by “Big” John McCarthy 6:26 – Memphis’ Kevin Pease victorious at 2024 PFL 7 – what could be next? 10:55 – What did Umar Nurmagomedov earn with his UFC on ABC 7 win? 17:18 – Tony Ferguson half-retires, leaves one glove in cage 19:29 – Mackenzie Dern on path to top of division 21:07 – Just how good is Joel Alvarez? 24:18 – Previewing UFC on ESPN 61 and Danny Barlow’s return 27:05 – Looking ahead to Dricus Du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya at UFC 305 36:06 – Had “DDP” just been trolling Adesanya this whole time? 43:34 – Kai Kara-France vs. Steve Erceg and flyweight title picture 44:40 – Fireworks expected with Tai Tuivasa and Jairzinho Rozenstruik 50:01 – World MMA Awards announcements, CFFC Match Day, and Eric’s double duty
Who is John Morgan
Season 1
Monday, October 10, 2022 • Duration 01:03:31
On today's episode John Morgan takes us step-by-step oh how his career took shape from restaraunt GM to now widely regarded as the best MMA journalist/personality in the game. All this and more…
Ouch, my shoulder
Season 1
Monday, October 3, 2022 • Duration 54:58
On today's episode Eric McMahon and John Morgan break down the excitement that was Bellator 286. Mackenzie Dern comes up short at UFC Fight Night 211, but what constitutes a 10-8 round? How fun is ONE Championship? All this and more ...
Knockouts
Season 1
Monday, September 26, 2022 • Duration 57:56
On today's episode Eric McMahon and John Morgan recap Bellator 285 and the retirement of an all-time feared knockout artists. With that inspiration, they each list their 3 favorite knockout artists of all time. Additionally, John Morgan catches up with rising super star Aaron Pico ahead of his Bellator 286 showdown this Saturday. This weekend features ONE FC, Bellator and UFC, and the guys preview it all and more...
A legend retires
Season 1
Monday, September 19, 2022 • Duration 49:29
On today's episode Eric McMahon and John Morgan pay tribute and recount their favorite moments from Jose Aldo’s legendary career. They also dive deep into the CUTS that defined UFC Fight Night 201, preview the return of Bellator and Benson Henderson – as Eric recalls a harrowing moment with the multi-time world champ – talk Gordon Ryan at ADCC, and much more.
Chaos
Season 1
Monday, September 12, 2022 • Duration 57:48
On today's episode Eric McMahon and John Morgan take you on a wild ride with details surrounding the chaos that unfolded before UFC 279, while also looking ahead to UFC Fight Night 210, paying tribute to Elias Theodorou, and much more.
Cerebral Aggression
Season 1
Tuesday, September 6, 2022 • Duration 52:50
On today's episode Eric McMahon and John Morgan take a deep dive into UFC Fight Night Paris, including the night’s biggest winners and losers, as well as a touch of controversy. They also look ahead to Saturday’s UFC 279. Which gangster will reign supreme? Also, who is the welterweight GOAT?!
Kick Heard Around the World
Season 1
Monday, August 29, 2022 • Duration 44:46
On todays Episode John Morgan and Eric McMahon look back at the high kick heard around the world. what is next for the champ Leon Edwards. Demetrious Johnson shows once again why he is the featherweight goat. Preview the upcoming UFC Paris fight card and so much more...
