EPISODE · Aug 25, 2022 · 1H 44M
Verbal Sparring (8/25/22) - Usman vs McGregor After Trilogy Fight with Edwards? | UFC 279 vs UFC 280
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Join us as we discuss a potential Kamaru Usman vs Conor McGregor matchup after the Leon Edwards trilogy fight, compare the UFC 279 and UFC 280 fight cards, and more! Time Stamps: (0:00) - Intro (6:10) - How realistic would a sellout be at Wembley Stadium for the Edwards vs Usman trilogy bout? (20:59) - If Kamaru Usman defeats Leon Edwards in a trilogy bout, does he retire immediately or continue to defend? (28:50) - What are the chances that a Kayla Harrison vs Cris Cyborg PFL PPV would break 200k buys? 500k buys? (39:56) - Why is UFC 279 so thin compared to UFC 280? (48:54) - Who will fight first? Jon Jones, Conor McGregor, or Henry Cejudo (55:36) - We know fights can benefit from being 5 rounds over 3 but are there fights that benefit from being 3 rounds instead of 5? (1:02:39) - Revisit an inaugural MMA HOF class. Who are the first 5 entrants? Must be at least 4 years retired (1:18:40) - Look at who each of you predicted last year to be champion at this time. How many did you get right? Who would you pick to be a champion at this time next year? (1:37:47) - Closing statements Be sure to follow us on all platforms to stay updated on future episodes and announcements: Our Linktree can take you straight to our Donation and Voice Message options, video episodes on YouTube, social media platforms, and more! Simply click the following link and explore where you can support, engage and interact with our podcast: https://linktr.ee/thebajmma Thanks for listening!
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Join us as we discuss a potential Kamaru Usman vs Conor McGregor matchup after the Leon Edwards trilogy fight, compare the UFC 279 and UFC 280 fight cards, and more! Time Stamps: (0:00) - Intro (6:10) - How realistic would a sellout be at Wembley Stadium for the Edwards vs Usman trilogy bout? (20:59) - If Kamaru Usman defeats Leon Edwards in a trilogy bout, does he retire immediately or continue to defend? (28:50) - What are the chances that a Kayla Harrison vs Cris Cyborg PFL PPV would break 200k buys? 500k buys? (39:56) - Why is UFC 279 so thin compared to UFC 280? (48:54) - Who will fight first? Jon Jones, Conor McGregor, or Henry Cejudo (55:36) - We know fights can benefit from being 5 rounds over 3 but are there fights that benefit from being 3 rounds instead of 5? (1:02:39) - Revisit an inaugural MMA HOF class. Who are the first 5 entrants? Must be at least 4 years retired (1:18:40) - Look at who each of you predicted last year to be champion at this time. How many did you get right? Who would you pick to be a champion at this time next year? (1:37:47) - Closing statements Be sure to follow us on all platforms to stay updated on future episodes and announcements: Our Linktree can take you straight to our Donation and Voice Message options, video episodes on YouTube, social media platforms, and more! Simply click the following link and explore where you can support, engage and interact with our podcast: https://linktr.ee/thebajmma Thanks for listening!
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Verbal Sparring (8/25/22) - Usman vs McGregor After Trilogy Fight with Edwards? | UFC 279 vs UFC 280
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