Fan Questions: Too Many Fights… What Happened to the UFC?

Brendan Schaub breaks down the current state of the UFC and why it doesn’t feel the same as it used to. From oversaturation and too many fight cards to a noticeable drop in overall talent, Schaub explains why fans are starting to lose interest in certain events.He also dives into the potential blockbuster matchup between Sean Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev, explaining why it could be the rivalry the UFC desperately needs right now. Plus, Schaub gives his take on Jake Paul’s strategy in boxing and why he may be avoiding certain fights.The episode also covers:Why UFC cards used to feel more specialThe impact of Dana White’s current business modelWhether fans are becoming “casuals” or just want better fightsThe rise of ONE Championship and alternative promotionsIf you’re a hardcore MMA fan or just getting into the sport, this is a must-listen breakdown of where the UFC stands today.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Brendan Schaub breaks down the current state of the UFC and why it doesn’t feel the same as it used to. From oversaturation and too many fight cards to a noticeable drop in overall talent, Schaub explains why fans are starting to lose interest in certain events.He also dives into the potential blockbuster matchup between Sean Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev, explaining why it could be the rivalry the UFC desperately needs right now. Plus, Schaub gives his take on Jake Paul’s strategy in boxing and why he may be avoiding certain fights.The episode also covers:Why UFC cards used to feel more specialThe impact of Dana White’s current business modelWhether fans are becoming “casuals” or just want better fightsThe rise of ONE Championship and alternative promotionsIf you’re a hardcore MMA fan or just getting into the sport, this is a must-listen breakdown of where the UFC stands today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.