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Boxing is booming, right? So where have all the championship fights gone? No male world champion has had more than two world title fights this year. The pound-for-pound list is littered with single figure outings, whilst the women's game isn't much busier. In a time when stadium fights and unifications are regular, why has nobody taken 2026 by storm? Can you name a Boxer of the Year this year? The boys get stuck into the facts of figures of the sweet science in 2026. Check out the British Army: ⁠https://www.army.mod.uk⁠ Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nine first round knockouts – 11 in total – from 14 fights isn't just insane, it's a new UFC record. And so, whilst the main event may have sucked the gas out of the room – we kind of expected that – prior to the women's flyweight title being contested their was violence all over the place in Salt Lake City. We discuss the current state of women's divisions in the UFC, before getting very excited about the plethora of knockouts served up in Utah and the unveiling of three fights for UFC 335. Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Whittaker retained his unbeaten record in the pro ranks, but all talk of a world title fight coming next should be shelved as, once again, he muddled his way across the finish line. The Olympic silver medallist dominated Irishman Conor Wallace for nine rounds of their title eliminator, only to run out of gas and was left hanging on in the closing stages. The boys review the main event and the rest of the Birmingham card, which delivered from top to bottom. Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UFC 332 is a stinker. There, we said it. It's a fight night at the Apex at best. But thanks to our Patreon posse's contributions, all is not lost. We dig out the diamonds from Salt Lake City before purring over Fight Night Qatar and a few bits in between. Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Whittaker is starting to look like the real deal inside the ropes, living up to the huge potential he had after medalling at the Olympic Games. But, who has he actually beaten? 'The Surgeon' is ranked incredibly highly by every one of the tin pot organisations, despite the fact he's never beaten anybody ranked in the top 100 at light-heavy. This weekend he gets the chance to put that straight against Irishman based Down Under Conor Wallace. Litmus test time. We also discuss Denzel Bentley's decision to walk away from his world title after seemingly being abandoned by Queensberry. Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What a weekend; fights all over the place, more drama than an episode of your favourite soap, and plenty of blood and violence. But where was your attention? Is the sweet science under threat like never before to evolve to suit the modern audience? Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fight Disciples Adam Catterall speaks to David Feldman, founder and president of BKFC, ahead of Darren Till v Yoel Romero in Manchester. For more Boxing content subscribe to our channel and join the Boxing conversation. 🔓 Listen Ad-free & get bonus content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/FightDisciples Visit our website www.fightdisciples.com and subscribe to our multi-award winning podcast for FREE! 🎙️ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://link.chtbl.com/FightDisciples 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefightdisciples 📲 X: https://twitter.com/fightdisciples 📲 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fightdisciples 🗳️ Please leave a review on Apple Podcast & Spotify #boxing #interview #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fight Disciples Adam Catterall catches up with Darren Till ahead of his bare knuckle BKFC fight with Yoel Romero in Manchester on Saturday night. For more Boxing content subscribe to our channel and join the Boxing conversation. 🔓 Listen Ad-free & get bonus content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/FightDisciples Visit our website www.fightdisciples.com and subscribe to our multi-award winning podcast for FREE! 🎙️ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://link.chtbl.com/FightDisciples 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefightdisciples 📲 X: https://twitter.com/fightdisciples 📲 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fightdisciples 🗳️ Please leave a review on Apple Podcast & Spotify #podcast #boxing #interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, the Fight Disciples preview a European title fight card in Birmingham, Zuffa's latest foray to the UK and, after having our attention captured, we even talk Bare Knuckle Boxing.  We know what the most competitive fight is. We know where the big promotional push is going to be. But how will you consumer two strong boxing cards and a night of untold chaos in Manchester going off at the same time? Where is British boxing going? And are you ready for what might come next? Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pat Brown captured British and Commonwealth cruiserweight titles in just his 7th pro fight and in front of a busy home arena on Saturday, suggesting he could well be British boxing's next big star. Meanwhile, world champion Hamzah Sheeraz threw his world title in the bin, but was because he was being matched with a drug cheat or due to the winning purse bid representing a pay cut in his career? The boys try and find answers. Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UFC 331 truly delivered from Los Angeles on Saturday night: fight of the year, knockout of the year, upset of the year and, yeah, even a submission of the year. Fighters were making statements left, right and centre. We review all the best bits, so get comfy and enjoy. Check out the British Army: ⁠https://www.army.mod.uk⁠ Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UFC 331 lands in Los Angeles this weekend with a flyweight main event; the rematch between champion Joshua Van and the man he took the belt from due to injury last year, Alexandre Pantoja. We get stuck into the headliner, plus a tasty undercard that could dictate what comes next in a couple of weight classes. We also reflect on Tom Aspinall's decision to relinquish the heavyweight belt, and pick out the best bits from Noche UFC at the weekend. Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zuffa Boxing's flagship show of 2026 ended in disaster for their high-profile British signing, but likely leveraged great hope in courting an American home audience. Ryan Garcia needed less than two rounds to expose Conor Benn's lack of championship credentials at the T-Mobile, much to the delight of the largely Mexican fanbase. Zuffa had more luck in the co-main where Jai Opetaia demolished fellow world champion Norair Mikaeljan before calling out David Benavidez next. Before catching a flight home, Adam jumped on for a Sunder Sermon review. Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Live from Las Vegas, Nevada, Adam finally gets some wifi capable of previewing Zuffa's flagship card of their debut year as Ryan Garcia defends his world title against Conor Benn at the T-Mobile Arena. Technically there is likely a gulf in class between the two men. But What Conor lacks in pedigree and ability, he makes up for in heart and determination. On paper, there is only one winner, but in real life anything could happen. Here are the boys final thoughts. - A full version of this preview episode is available on FD Patreon. Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Salahdine Parnasse stood over the broken body of Dan Hooker inside the Octagon in Paris on Saturday night was a warning to the rest of the 155lb division that there is a serious problem incoming. The former KSW double-weight champion looked phenomenal in front of his home fans, on another UFC Fight Night riddled with finishes. From outstanding one-shot knockouts to bloody submissions, UFC Paris delivered once again. Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Katie Taylor called time on her stellar career on Saturday night in the most ideal place possible: Dublin's Croke Park. It was emotional, sensational and sentimental all at once. Eddie was crying, the family were crying, Katie choked back the tears; it was beautiful. We review a night none of the 83,000 in attendance will ever forget. Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UFC Paris is going to be lit this weekend, courtesy of some very violent matchmaking, nowhere more than in the main event. Dan Hooker welcoming Salahdine Parnasse to the Octagon is as blood-thirsty as anything we've seen this year. Sit back and enjoy it. And it's not only the main event that's rocking, the rest of the main card and the prelims are stacked with enough blood and guts to satisfy the most savage of minds. We cannot wait. Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bring the tissues on Saturday as we say farewell to a sporting icon. In front of 80,000 fans at Croke Park in Dublin, Katie Taylor signs off on a career that changed boxing forever. The greatest female boxer in history fights one final time. We preview a night that's almost guaranteed to be followed by the hangover of all hangovers! Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Song Yadong landed the punch of his life then climbed atop the Octagon to wild applause in Shanghai on Saturday, but also made it to the summit of the UFC bantamweight rankings.  Umar Nurmagomedov was a heavy favourite out in China, but ducked into a lethal right hand to leave him sprawled on the canvas and the local fans in raptures. That main event upset capped another tremendous night for the UFC, who have averaged 10 finishes per fight card all summer! If you like violence as much as we do, then you'll enjoy this review show! Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Holy s***! What a fight.  This is what contesting the heavyweight championship of the world should look like.  Incredible scenes in London as Filip Hrgovic becomes the first Croatian heavyweight world champion, coming from behind to force a ninth round stoppage of Moses Itauma. Drama, excitement, guts and glory. Brilliant. Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The boys are back together in time to preview the start of a huge six months in the ring. Moses Itauma aims to become Britain's youngest ever world heavyweight champion at the O2 on Saturday night, but Filip Hrgovic poses by far his toughest test to date. We also look forward to the MVP card in the Midlands, featuring Chantelle Cameron's world title unification against Mikaela Mayer. Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The UFC is red hot right now. Every week it's just a catalogue of KOs intwined with the odd Fight of the Year contender. And Fight Night Sacramento was no different. 10 finishes in 13 fights, 7 in the first round. Plus the main event was a smoker. Awesome. If you've not watched it yet, what are you waiting for? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Teofimo Lopez outpointed Rolly Romero to become a three-weight world champion in Las Vegas just a few hours after George Liddard had cruised to European middleweight glory in London. But with the world title fight behind a PPV paywall, and DAZN generating very little in the way of media coverage, how many people actually watched either fight? Ready to have an AI that can tackle real work? Try Claude Cowork today: http://claude.ai/fightdisciples Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fight Disciples' Nick Peet hosted a LIVE episode of Fight Club featuring four Patreon members to debate some of the biggest stories in boxing, and there was obviously only one place to start. Here is an extended clip from the show revolving around the circus that is the Tyson Fury – Anthony Joshua heavyweight matchup that's finally closing in, albeit on a November date in New York City. Check out the British Army: https://www.army.mod.uk For more content subscribe to our channel and join the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Islam Makhachev became the first fighter in UFC history to record 17 consecutive victories inside the Octagon whilst making the first defence of his welterweight title at UFC 330. But is that enough to promote him to MMA's GOAT? Challenger Ian Machado Garry was sharp, accurate and showcased his defensive grappling strengths. But once more, a lack of predatory instinct cost him on mixed martial arts' biggest stage. Refreshed from his family holidays, Nick reviews the headline title fight and the rest of the Philly main card before inviting your comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UFC 330 lands in Philadelphia this weekend with a main event featuring the best fighter in mixed martial arts, Islam Makhachev, defending the welterweight title for the first time against #1 contender Ian Machado-Garry. Can the challenger live up to his own lofty ambitions and continue 2026's MMA narrative as being 'The Year of the Upset', or will the champion surpass Anderson Silva and claim his 17th consecutive victory inside the Octagon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zuffa Boxing lands in Dublin, Ireland this weekend as Aaron McKenna tops a card at home for the first time challenging for the world middleweight title. Ably support by brother Stephen and stablemate Callum Walsh, the 3Arena once again promises to be bouncing come Saturday night. Meanwhile, it's Groundhog Day over in Leeds, as Troy Williamson is forced to run back the standout performance of his career rematching Callum Simpson – this time for none of the marbles – but, hopefully, a substantial pay day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jake Paul is in the MMA business for real following his Most Valuable Promotions organisation, bastion of women's pro boxing, merged with the Professional Fighters League. Following the success of MVP MMA's maiden show live on Netflix earlier this year, questions remained how they could ever grow to truly compete with the UFC. That major conundrum, at least, was answered yesterday with the 400-strong roster of PFL athletes being a critical part of the merger. But, what does this actually mean for the fighters; you, the fans; and the sport of MMA as a whole? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boxing heads to Dublin, Ireland for the first of three blockbuster events in the coming weeks, starting with the brilliant super-lightweight title tussle between Pierce O'Leary and Mark Chamberlain. With a suitably-stacked Irish ensemble undercard attached, the night promises to deliver plenty of fireworks, but nowhere more so than in the main event. Both have genuine world title ambitions, but only one can move closer to one of the premier names in the 140lb division. We also find a few minutes to initially lament then get excited about the weekend's offering across the Atlantic! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua both returned to the ring over the weekend to blow off the cobwebs and hope to ignite interest from fight fans in their long overdue heavyweight match-up later in the year. Instead, Fury looked cumbersome at best on Friday night and AJ was dropped repeatedly in the opening rounds before finally cashing a lottery ticket to save his blushes in Saudi Arabia. Is their fight, five years too late already, actually past its sell by date? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua both return to the boxing ring this weekend, albeit on two separate continents and 24 hours apart. The two British heavyweights feature in warm-up bouts on consecutive nights before, maybe, agreeing to face one another at last later in the year. You know what they say about best laid plans? Are there any real warm-up fights in heavyweight boxing? In this case, probably yeah!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UFC Fight Night Oklahoma was a blast with former champions Dricus du Plessis showing Kamaru Usman how size really does matter in the main event. And the UK's own Christopher Leroy Duncan climbing into the top 10 with a career best performance over Jared Cannonier. Today's Sunday Sermon reviews the entire main card and includes a little matchmaking to boot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick's Picks is a regular Friday prediction show exclusive to Fight Disciples Patreon. Like what you hear, subscribe to the Patreon and never miss any of our content again: www.patreon.com/cw/FightDisciples I was keen to preview some boxing this weekend, but does anybody really care about Harlem Eubank headlining Misfits or Diego Pacheco – as good as he is – making the umpteen defence of a fringe WBO belt that seemingly never gets him closer to a world title fight? No, I didn't think so, so back to the Octagon we go and a cracking main and co-main event out in Oklahoma! Former champ vs former champ plus a fast rising Brit in the chief support, what's not to love? Nick offers his thoughts and final prediction before inviting you to offer yours in the comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan Garcia will defend his world title against Conor Benn on September 12th in Las vegas at the T-Mobile Arena, but how do you really feel about the fight? Sure, you cannot deny it features two of the biggest and most polarising stars in the sport today, but what does a fight like this mean for the future of boxing? And what message does it send out to fighters and fans? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paddy the Baddy stole in the show at UFC 329, which despite throwing up a record 11 finishes in one night, was soiled by the disappointment of the artist formerly known as Conor McGregor in 2026. We review all the knockouts, submissions and breath taking moments from a great night in Las Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Immediate reaction to UFC 329 from the ledge inside the T-Mobile Arena as Paddy Pimblett steals the show with his first minute submission over Benoit Saint Denis before Conor McGregor's ageing body – and perhaps a fair share of karma – catch up with The Notorious in the most dramatic fashion! We will be recording a full review of UFC 329 tomorrow after the dust has settles, but we were keen to record an immediate reaction after one of the best night's at the fights. Eleven finishes!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Backstage at UFC 329, Zuffa Boxing unveiled their newest signing, multi-weight world champion Shakur Stevenson, so naturally Adam took the opportunity to put a microphone in his face for an FD exclusive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When a card is as stacked as UFC 329 a single preview show just isn't enough, so we waited for the Hall of Famer Michael Bisping to roll into town before rolling the cameras once more. The Fight Week dream team is back baby and we've got plenty of big opinions on this weekend's International Fight Week card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ahead of this weekend's UFC 329 main event, we look back over the career of Conor McGregor, picking out his 5 most iconic moments – then compare the best of Max Holloway to score the final 5 of both careers. We started recording in a lovely spot overlooking the Strip – a second attempt this week to go al fresco – but the sun literally started melting the camera so we had to run for cover. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UFC 329 International Fight Week is here and the boys kick the week off in style with your essential preview show, breaking down the entire main card along with the best of the rest. Hold onto your hats kids, this is a fight card worth getting excited about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are back after a short break to examine all the big stories inside the ring, including; Boots Ennis' long-term pound-for-pound potential following Zayas knockout, the one and only Oleksandr Usyk has binned all his heavyweight belts – Hooray! Plus, late breaking news revealed live during the recording as Tyson Fury confirms his landmark return in Thailand! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liam Paro is a two-weight world champion after wrestling a welterweight crown away from Lewis Crocker in Brisbane earlier today; the Northern Irishman paying the price for a slow start Down Under. We also look ahead to this weekend's sensational light-middleweight title fight between world champion 23-year-old Xander Zayas and Philly slickster Jaron 'Boots' Ennis. Not nearly enough sports fans know about he Matchroom-Top Rank main event, destined for Brooklyn, which is as good as boxing gets in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

At 21 years of age, Moses Itauma stands on the cusp of a heavyweight world title fight, but first he needs one final test. A truly world class operator with the kind of experienced and ambition all his previous opponents have ultimately lacked; step forward Filip Hrgovic. The Croatian 'Animal' will stand across the ring from the hottest prospect in world boxing on August 28th at London's O2 and should pose some difficult questions for the youngster to answer. The boys get excited about the sternest test yet in Itauma's blossoming career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The UFC unveiled their new rankings system last night, powered by Meta, using a strict set of fighter performance guidelines. But can one set of rules for all athletes, enforced by AI, actually work? And who are the biggest winners and losers when asking AI to examine the careers of the world's greatest athletes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tyson Fury walking out at the White House during Sunday's epic UFC Freedom 250 fight card may have triggered an initial shock 'n' awe response, but does it mean his long-overdue showdown with Anthony Joshua is now under threat? And with rumours circulating that the fight will now actually take place across the Atlantic, the lads try to make sense of the where and whys of an increasingly convoluted heavyweight promotion. * This episode of Fight Disciples is sponsored by SumUp. To find out more, visit https://www.sumup.com/en-gb/business-account/making-tax-digital/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fight Disciples Adam Catterall and Nick Peet react to a sensational display from Justin Gaethje as he defeats Ilia Topuria to become the undisputed lightweight champion. For more UFC MMA content subscribe to our channel and join the UFC MMA conversation. 🔓 Listen Ad-free & get bonus content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/FightDisciples Visit our website www.fightdisciples.com and subscribe to our multi-award winning podcast for FREE! 🎙️ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://link.chtbl.com/FightDisciples 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefightdisciples 📲 X: https://twitter.com/fightdisciples 📲 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fightdisciples 🗳️ Please leave a review on Apple Podcast & Spotify #podcast #ufc #reaction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the immediate aftermath of the UFC Freedom 250 Press Conference at Lincoln Memorial, Nick and Hall of Famer Michael Bisping reflect on the most cinematic gathering in MMA history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The former UFC middleweight champion and now a Hall of Famer, Chris Weidman, looks back on his glory years inside the Octagon and ahead to this weekend's monumental White House event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UFC White House goes down on Sunday and one third of the commentary team and Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier is as giddy as a schoolboy. We caught up with the former two weight champion to break down the legacy moments on offer at UFC Freedom 250. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

'The Black Beast' Derrick Lewis wasn't even originally on this UFC Freedom 250 fight card, but Donald Trump requested the UFC's greatest knockout king to be added to the White House lawn line-up, and now we are here. The King of KOs explains how he's determined to produce the performance of his life on the biggest night in his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices