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One moment they’re here, the next they’re gone. The UFC returned from their holiday hiatus with a pair of shows to open 2023, and have promptly disappeared again—leaving us out here twisting in the breeze. As a result, we’ve had no other option than to get back on our bullshit.This time around, we’re remembering some of MMA’s most famed/notorious/one-dimensional guard grapplers. The men who loved to dive for kneebars and heel hooks and got lit up like a Christmas tree when that didn’t work. To open the show, we’re re-watching Paul Sass and his fight with Danny Castillo at UFC on Fuel TV 7. We’re following that up with a PRIDE classic; Masakazu Imanari’s bout with Luiz Firmino at PRIDE Bushido 5. Finally, we’re closing the show with Rousimar Palhares and one of the few decisions of his career, against Dan Henderson at UFC 88.As usual, we’re watching all three fights over on Fight Pass. For listeners that would like to follow along with us, just press play at the 0:00 mark of each video, when Zane says “Go.” Fo

One moment they’re here, the next they’re gone. The UFC returned from their holiday hiatus with a pair of shows to open 2023, and have promptly disappeared again—leaving us out here twisting in the breeze. As a result, we’ve had no other option than to get back on our bullshit.This time around, we’re remembering some of MMA’s most famed/notorious/one-dimensional guard grapplers. The men who loved to dive for kneebars and heel hooks and got lit up like a Christmas tree when that didn’t work. To open the show, we’re re-watching Paul Sass and his fight with Danny Castillo at UFC on Fuel TV 7. We’re following that up with a PRIDE classic; Masakazu Imanari’s bout with Luiz Firmino at PRIDE Bushido 5. Finally, we’re closing the show with Rousimar Palhares and one of the few decisions of his career, against Dan Henderson at UFC 88.As usual, we’re watching all three fights over on Fight Pass. For listeners that would like to follow along with us, just press play at the 0:00 mark of each video, when Zane says “Go.” Fo

EPISODE 220 – Tuesday EditionComplete card breakdown from our UFC 283 rewindhttps://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/events/92055-ufc-283 UFC acquires streaming rights for ADCC 2024https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/22/23564491/ufc-secures-rights-to-adcc-2024-world-championship The Level Change Podcast, our combat sports themed variety show hosted by Stephie Haynes and Victor Rodriguez. The show features the news of the week, fight card breakdowns and analysis, a roundup of regional promotions’ cards and fights; and whatever else we decide is important enough or entertaining enough to bring to your ears.Follow Stephie on Twitter @CrooklynMMA, Victor @VicMRodriguez, the Show @levelchangepod, & visit us both @BloodyElbow. If you enjoy our variety of shows, please “heart" us here on SC, or "like" & share over or on your BE Presents Podcast platform of choice:* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BloodyElbowPresents* Apple Podcasts & iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bloody-elbow-presents/id98

EPISODE 220 – Tuesday EditionComplete card breakdown from our UFC 283 rewindhttps://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/events/92055-ufc-283 UFC acquires streaming rights for ADCC 2024https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/22/23564491/ufc-secures-rights-to-adcc-2024-world-championship The Level Change Podcast, our combat sports themed variety show hosted by Stephie Haynes and Victor Rodriguez. The show features the news of the week, fight card breakdowns and analysis, a roundup of regional promotions’ cards and fights; and whatever else we decide is important enough or entertaining enough to bring to your ears.Follow Stephie on Twitter @CrooklynMMA, Victor @VicMRodriguez, the Show @levelchangepod, & visit us both @BloodyElbow. If you enjoy our variety of shows, please “heart" us here on SC, or "like" & share over or on your BE Presents Podcast platform of choice:* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BloodyElbowPresents* Apple Podcasts & iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bloody-elbow-presents/id98

EPISODE 220 – Tuesday EditionComplete card breakdown from our UFC 283 rewindhttps://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/events/92055-ufc-283 UFC acquires streaming rights for ADCC 2024https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/22/23564491/ufc-secures-rights-to-adcc-2024-world-championship The Level Change Podcast, our combat sports themed variety show hosted by Stephie Haynes and Victor Rodriguez. The show features the news of the week, fight card breakdowns and analysis, a roundup of regional promotions’ cards and fights; and whatever else we decide is important enough or entertaining enough to bring to your ears.Follow Stephie on Twitter @CrooklynMMA, Victor @VicMRodriguez, the Show @levelchangepod, & visit us both @BloodyElbow. If you enjoy our variety of shows, please “heart" us here on SC, or "like" & share over or on your BE Presents Podcast platform of choice:* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BloodyElbowPresents* Apple Podcasts & iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bloody-elbow-presents/id98

EPISODE 9: EXAMINING THE OPTIONS OF FRANCIS NGANNOU AND NATE DIAZHow did we get here because both became free agents in different ways because they had very different contracts?Was Ngannou released or did he leave after his contract ended?What do you think the UFC really offered to him?What about Jon Jones?DIAZWhat about the PFL/Jake Paul offer?What about that Rizin offer?What other options are out there for Nate?Why is a return to the UFC not unlikely and very good for Nate?NGANNOUWhat can PFL offer him? What is their drawback?What can Bellator offer him and what is his drawbacks?What are his options realistically in boxing?If you enjoy our variety of shows, please “heart" us here on SC, or "like" & share over or on your BE Presents Podcast platform of choice:* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BloodyElbowPresents* Apple Podcasts & iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bloody-elbow-presents/id984162015* Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b53e5086-2334-497c-82c0-24ddb5e0cfbb/Blo

EPISODE 9: EXAMINING THE OPTIONS OF FRANCIS NGANNOU AND NATE DIAZHow did we get here because both became free agents in different ways because they had very different contracts?Was Ngannou released or did he leave after his contract ended?What do you think the UFC really offered to him?What about Jon Jones?DIAZWhat about the PFL/Jake Paul offer?What about that Rizin offer?What other options are out there for Nate?Why is a return to the UFC not unlikely and very good for Nate?NGANNOUWhat can PFL offer him? What is their drawback?What can Bellator offer him and what is his drawbacks?What are his options realistically in boxing?If you enjoy our variety of shows, please “heart" us here on SC, or "like" & share over or on your BE Presents Podcast platform of choice:* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BloodyElbowPresents* Apple Podcasts & iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bloody-elbow-presents/id984162015* Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b53e5086-2334-497c-82c0-24ddb5e0cfbb/Blo

EPISODE 9: EXAMINING THE OPTIONS OF FRANCIS NGANNOU AND NATE DIAZHow did we get here because both became free agents in different ways because they had very different contracts?Was Ngannou released or did he leave after his contract ended?What do you think the UFC really offered to him?What about Jon Jones?DIAZWhat about the PFL/Jake Paul offer?What about that Rizin offer?What other options are out there for Nate?Why is a return to the UFC not unlikely and very good for Nate?NGANNOUWhat can PFL offer him? What is their drawback?What can Bellator offer him and what is his drawbacks?What are his options realistically in boxing?If you enjoy our variety of shows, please “heart" us here on SC, or "like" & share over or on your BE Presents Podcast platform of choice:* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BloodyElbowPresents* Apple Podcasts & iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bloody-elbow-presents/id984162015* Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b53e5086-2334-497c-82c0-24ddb5e0cfbb/Blo

Bloody Elbow fight expert, Zane Simon & his co-hort Eddie Mercado recorded for you on Saturday, January 21st, 2023, with a breakdown of the the first UFC PPV event of 2023; UFC 283: ‘Teixeira vs Hill' & 'Figueiredo vs Moreno 4’ — a massive 15-bout card which took place from the Jeunesse Arena in Rio, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. UFC's first trip to Brazil since UFC 239 in May 2019. The guys have hot takes, possible next fights, as well as reactions to the overall event in the player above, or they can be caught on our Bloody Elbow Presents YouTube Channel or any platform in our BE Presents Podcast Network.For all the results, reactions and a plethora of details about the main card, and plenty of tidbits about all the prelims, be sure to hit play on the show to hear what our fight experts have to say!Overall, this massive 15-bout card saw five exciting first round finishes, seven thrilling KO/TKO’s, three sweet subs, and five hard-fought decisions, one split. Post-Fight BONUS Awards included — POTN: Ismael

Bloody Elbow fight expert, Zane Simon & his co-hort Eddie Mercado recorded for you on Saturday, January 21st, 2023, with a breakdown of the the first UFC PPV event of 2023; UFC 283: ‘Teixeira vs Hill' & 'Figueiredo vs Moreno 4’ — a massive 15-bout card which took place from the Jeunesse Arena in Rio, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. UFC's first trip to Brazil since UFC 239 in May 2019. The guys have hot takes, possible next fights, as well as reactions to the overall event in the player above, or they can be caught on our Bloody Elbow Presents YouTube Channel or any platform in our BE Presents Podcast Network.For all the results, reactions and a plethora of details about the main card, and plenty of tidbits about all the prelims, be sure to hit play on the show to hear what our fight experts have to say!Overall, this massive 15-bout card saw five exciting first round finishes, seven thrilling KO/TKO’s, three sweet subs, and five hard-fought decisions, one split. Post-Fight BONUS Awards included — POTN: Ismael

Bloody Elbow fight expert, Zane Simon & his co-hort Eddie Mercado recorded for you on Saturday, January 21st, 2023, with a breakdown of the the first UFC PPV event of 2023; UFC 283: ‘Teixeira vs Hill' & 'Figueiredo vs Moreno 4’ — a massive 15-bout card which took place from the Jeunesse Arena in Rio, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. UFC's first trip to Brazil since UFC 239 in May 2019. The guys have hot takes, possible next fights, as well as reactions to the overall event in the player above, or they can be caught on our Bloody Elbow Presents YouTube Channel or any platform in our BE Presents Podcast Network.For all the results, reactions and a plethora of details about the main card, and plenty of tidbits about all the prelims, be sure to hit play on the show to hear what our fight experts have to say!Overall, this massive 15-bout card saw five exciting first round finishes, seven thrilling KO/TKO’s, three sweet subs, and five hard-fought decisions, one split. Post-Fight BONUS Awards included — POTN: Ismael

Zane Simon & Connor Ruebusch are here with the MMA Vivisection PRELIMS SHOW, breaking down a set of 10 bouts on the first UFC PPV event of the year. This is a massive 15-bout UFC 283: 'Teixeira vs Hill' & 'Figueiredo vs Moreno 4' PPV event, today, Jan. 19th. 2023."The UFC is back in Brazil for the first time since 2020, with a couple of fun title fights. In the main event of UFC 283, Glover Teixeira is set to take on Jamahal Hill for the still vacant light heavyweight strap. While Deiveson Figueiredo and Brandon Moreno will battle for flyweight gold for the fourth time in the co-main. Throw Gilbert Burns, Jessica Andrade, and Johnny Walker in there and the UFC has a lot of home country talent on display..." - Zane Simon 1.19.23For those fans who wish to dive deeper into the MAIN CARD, check out that version of the MMA Vivi every Thursday, right here on our SC channel.Here’s a look at the UFC 283 prelims card as it stood at the time of recording:ABC/ESPN FEATURED PRELIMS | 8PM/5PM ETPT10. 205lbs: Mauri

Zane Simon & Connor Ruebusch are here with the MMA Vivisection PRELIMS SHOW, breaking down a set of 10 bouts on the first UFC PPV event of the year. This is a massive 15-bout UFC 283: 'Teixeira vs Hill' & 'Figueiredo vs Moreno 4' PPV event, today, Jan. 19th. 2023."The UFC is back in Brazil for the first time since 2020, with a couple of fun title fights. In the main event of UFC 283, Glover Teixeira is set to take on Jamahal Hill for the still vacant light heavyweight strap. While Deiveson Figueiredo and Brandon Moreno will battle for flyweight gold for the fourth time in the co-main. Throw Gilbert Burns, Jessica Andrade, and Johnny Walker in there and the UFC has a lot of home country talent on display..." - Zane Simon 1.19.23For those fans who wish to dive deeper into the MAIN CARD, check out that version of the MMA Vivi every Thursday, right here on our SC channel.Here’s a look at the UFC 283 prelims card as it stood at the time of recording:ABC/ESPN FEATURED PRELIMS | 8PM/5PM ETPT10. 205lbs: Mauri

Zane Simon & Connor Ruebusch are here with the MMA Vivisection PRELIMS SHOW, breaking down a set of 10 bouts on the first UFC PPV event of the year. This is a massive 15-bout UFC 283: 'Teixeira vs Hill' & 'Figueiredo vs Moreno 4' PPV event, today, Jan. 19th. 2023."The UFC is back in Brazil for the first time since 2020, with a couple of fun title fights. In the main event of UFC 283, Glover Teixeira is set to take on Jamahal Hill for the still vacant light heavyweight strap. While Deiveson Figueiredo and Brandon Moreno will battle for flyweight gold for the fourth time in the co-main. Throw Gilbert Burns, Jessica Andrade, and Johnny Walker in there and the UFC has a lot of home country talent on display..." - Zane Simon 1.19.23For those fans who wish to dive deeper into the MAIN CARD, check out that version of the MMA Vivi every Thursday, right here on our SC channel.Here’s a look at the UFC 283 prelims card as it stood at the time of recording:ABC/ESPN FEATURED PRELIMS | 8PM/5PM ETPT10. 205lbs: Mauri

Zane Simon & Connor Ruebusch are here with the MMA Vivisection MAIN CARD SHOW, breaking down a set of 5 bouts on the first UFC PPV event of the year. This is a massive 15-bout UFC 283: 'Teixeira vs Hill' & 'Figueiredo vs Moreno 4' PPV event we are covering for you, today, Jan. 19th. 2023."The UFC is back in Brazil for the first time since 2020, with a couple of fun title fights. In the main event of UFC 283, Glover Teixeira is set to take on Jamahal Hill for the still vacant light heavyweight strap. While Deiveson Figueiredo and Brandon Moreno will battle for flyweight gold for the fourth time in the co-main. Throw Gilbert Burns, Jessica Andrade, and Johnny Walker in there and the UFC has a lot of home country talent on display..." - Zane Simon 1.19.23For those fans who wish to dive deeper into the PRELIMS CARD, check out that version of the MMA Vivi every Thursday, right here on our SC channel.The MMA Vivisection is brought to you by ‘The Fine Art of Violence’, a collection of art and essays recappin

Zane Simon & Connor Ruebusch are here with the MMA Vivisection MAIN CARD SHOW, breaking down a set of 5 bouts on the first UFC PPV event of the year. This is a massive 15-bout UFC 283: 'Teixeira vs Hill' & 'Figueiredo vs Moreno 4' PPV event we are covering for you, today, Jan. 19th. 2023."The UFC is back in Brazil for the first time since 2020, with a couple of fun title fights. In the main event of UFC 283, Glover Teixeira is set to take on Jamahal Hill for the still vacant light heavyweight strap. While Deiveson Figueiredo and Brandon Moreno will battle for flyweight gold for the fourth time in the co-main. Throw Gilbert Burns, Jessica Andrade, and Johnny Walker in there and the UFC has a lot of home country talent on display..." - Zane Simon 1.19.23For those fans who wish to dive deeper into the PRELIMS CARD, check out that version of the MMA Vivi every Thursday, right here on our SC channel.The MMA Vivisection is brought to you by ‘The Fine Art of Violence’, a collection of art and essays recappin

Zane Simon & Connor Ruebusch are here with the MMA Vivisection MAIN CARD SHOW, breaking down a set of 5 bouts on the first UFC PPV event of the year. This is a massive 15-bout UFC 283: 'Teixeira vs Hill' & 'Figueiredo vs Moreno 4' PPV event we are covering for you, today, Jan. 19th. 2023."The UFC is back in Brazil for the first time since 2020, with a couple of fun title fights. In the main event of UFC 283, Glover Teixeira is set to take on Jamahal Hill for the still vacant light heavyweight strap. While Deiveson Figueiredo and Brandon Moreno will battle for flyweight gold for the fourth time in the co-main. Throw Gilbert Burns, Jessica Andrade, and Johnny Walker in there and the UFC has a lot of home country talent on display..." - Zane Simon 1.19.23For those fans who wish to dive deeper into the PRELIMS CARD, check out that version of the MMA Vivi every Thursday, right here on our SC channel.The MMA Vivisection is brought to you by ‘The Fine Art of Violence’, a collection of art and essays recappin

EPISODE 219 - Tuesday EditionDana announces Francis Ngannou has been released - https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/14/23555770/dana-white-officially-announces-jon-jones-vs-ciryl-gane-jabs-at-new-free-agent-francis-ngannouHe deserves f—k you money - https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/16/23556586/sean-strickland-hates-francis-ngannou-leaving-ufc-says-could-set-up-tyson-fury-superfight-mma-newsHuge fight bookings (Gaethje/Fiziev, Edwards/Usman 2) - https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/15/23555864/justin-gaethje-vs-rafael-fiziev-targeted-for-ufc-286-on-march-18-mma-newshttps://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/15/23555842/leon-edwards-vs-kamaru-usman-3-set-for-ufc-286-mma-news Mike Perry says 2 weeks is enough, we must move on from Dana’s DV - https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/15/23556075/ufc-mma-news-interview-media-youtube-video-mike-perry-dana-white-fight WEEKLY PICKS REVIEW - 3:20Mookie: Nurmagomedov, Vieira,Soriano, Ige, Imavov (2-2)Stephie: Nurmagomedov, Vieira, Kopylov, Jackson, Imavov (2-2)Victor: Nurmagomedov, V

EPISODE 219 - Tuesday EditionDana announces Francis Ngannou has been released - https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/14/23555770/dana-white-officially-announces-jon-jones-vs-ciryl-gane-jabs-at-new-free-agent-francis-ngannouHe deserves f—k you money - https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/16/23556586/sean-strickland-hates-francis-ngannou-leaving-ufc-says-could-set-up-tyson-fury-superfight-mma-newsHuge fight bookings (Gaethje/Fiziev, Edwards/Usman 2) - https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/15/23555864/justin-gaethje-vs-rafael-fiziev-targeted-for-ufc-286-on-march-18-mma-newshttps://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/15/23555842/leon-edwards-vs-kamaru-usman-3-set-for-ufc-286-mma-news Mike Perry says 2 weeks is enough, we must move on from Dana’s DV - https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/15/23556075/ufc-mma-news-interview-media-youtube-video-mike-perry-dana-white-fight WEEKLY PICKS REVIEW - 3:20Mookie: Nurmagomedov, Vieira,Soriano, Ige, Imavov (2-2)Stephie: Nurmagomedov, Vieira, Kopylov, Jackson, Imavov (2-2)Victor: Nurmagomedov, V

EPISODE 219 - Tuesday EditionDana announces Francis Ngannou has been released - https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/14/23555770/dana-white-officially-announces-jon-jones-vs-ciryl-gane-jabs-at-new-free-agent-francis-ngannouHe deserves f—k you money - https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/16/23556586/sean-strickland-hates-francis-ngannou-leaving-ufc-says-could-set-up-tyson-fury-superfight-mma-newsHuge fight bookings (Gaethje/Fiziev, Edwards/Usman 2) - https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/15/23555864/justin-gaethje-vs-rafael-fiziev-targeted-for-ufc-286-on-march-18-mma-newshttps://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/15/23555842/leon-edwards-vs-kamaru-usman-3-set-for-ufc-286-mma-news Mike Perry says 2 weeks is enough, we must move on from Dana’s DV - https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/15/23556075/ufc-mma-news-interview-media-youtube-video-mike-perry-dana-white-fight WEEKLY PICKS REVIEW - 3:20Mookie: Nurmagomedov, Vieira,Soriano, Ige, Imavov (2-2)Stephie: Nurmagomedov, Vieira, Kopylov, Jackson, Imavov (2-2)Victor: Nurmagomedov, V