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Five Rounds
by Five Rounds
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker provide weekly MMA and boxing news, rumors, betting odds and fight breakdowns. The guys interview the biggest fighters and writers in the combat world. #MMA #UFC #FiveRounds
Episodes
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Jorge Masvidal Isn’t Sold On Khamzat Chimaev | 5 Rounds
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker discuss the latest mixed martial arts news, fight previews and results. BMF champion Jorge Masvidal recently explained why he’s not impressed by the meteoric rise of UFC welterweight contender Khamzat Chimaev. Might the two of them meet in the octagon…
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UFC Targeting Chimaev vs Covington: Would Colby End Khamzat’s Unbeaten Streak?
Undefeated phenom Khamzat Chimaev remained undefeated at UFC 273 with a decision victory over Gilbert Burns in a fight of the year candidate. UFC president Dana White has confirmed that the organization is targeting Colby Covington as Khamzat’s next opponent. This would be by far the toughest…
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UFC 273 Preview & Betting: Is Chimaev vs Burns The Biggest Fight?
Alex Donno, James Walker and Frank Zaffere preview UFC 273 which takes place on Saturday, April 9th 2022 from Jacksonville, FL. There are two titles on the line. Alexander Volkanovski will defend his featherweight title against "The Korean Zombie" Chan Sung Jung, while Aljamain Sterling and Petr...
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UFC Should Grant Nate Diaz His Release, Wrestlemania 38 Preview!
Alex Donno and Frank Zaffere break down the recent public plea by Nate Diaz on social media to be released by the UFC. Nate wants to finish out the final fight on his contract while the promotion desperately wants him to ink a long term extension before he fights again. So, why do the UFC keep...
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Jorge Masvidal Arrested For Alleged Assault Of Colby Covington!
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker react to the news of Jorge Masvidal assaulting Colby Covington at a Miami hot spot just weeks after Covington soundly beat him in the Octagon at UFC 272. Masvidal had been arrested. What will be the fallout? Plus, the guys review an explosive fight card...
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UFC London: Is Paddy Pimblett The Next Conor McGregor?
Alex Donno, James Walker and Frank Zaffere preview the upcoming UFC Fight Night event In London, marking the promotion’s first trip across the pond since the pandemic. Popular English fighter Paddy Pimblett will take on Kazula Vargas on the undercard, and the guys weigh in on whether he can…
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Cain Velasquez Denied Bail, Is Covington "More Miami" Than Masvidal?
Alex Donno, James Walker and Frank Zaffere discuss the polarizing news of former UFC Heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez being denied bail for attempted murder despite the alleged molester of his child being granted bail. The MMA community is coming together for the #FreeCain movement. The guys...
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UFC 272 Covington vs Masvidal Preview!
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker preview and predict the UFC 272 main event between Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington. The former friends and training partners will take to the Octagon for what promises to be an exciting grudge match. MMA and boxing writer Kevin Iole from Yahoo! Sports...
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Jon Jones Arrest Video Reaction, Makhachev vs. Green Preview
Alex Donno, James Walker and Frank Zaffere react to the shocking bodycam footage of Jon Jones' arrest from September 2021 in Las Vegas. Can Jones put his demons behind him for long enough to recapture UFC gold? The guys preview the upcoming UFC main event between Islam Makhachev and Bobby Green…
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UFC 271 Preview: Can Whittaker Take The Belt From Adesanya?
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere, and special guest Johnathan Ramlakhan preview UFC 271: Adesanya vs Whittaker 2 which takes place live on ESPN+ pay per view on Saturday, February 12th. Izzy won their first fight back in 2019 but the guys will debate whether Whittaker might actually have the edge in the...
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Did "Real Street Judas" Colby Covington Betray Jorge Masvidal?
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker discuss the latest news and fight previews in the MMA world. Jorge Masvidal released a video this week accusing his upcoming opponent and former friend Colby Covington of being “A Real Street Judas.” The guys preview the upcoming UFC fight night main…
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What’s Next For Ngannou After UFC 270, Oliveira vs Gaethje Official | 5 Rounds
Alex Donno and Frank Zaffere react to a shocking method of victory in the UFC 270 main event. Did anyone predict Francis Ngannou to beat Cyril Gane BY DECISION? The guys discuss Ngannou’s next move, as he’s currently in a contract dispute with the UFC. He’s having knee surgery but will he fight...
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UFC 270 Preview: Ngannou vs. Gane!
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker set the table for a stacked UFC pay per view. UFC 270 will feature a heavyweight title clash between champion Francis Ngannou and interim champ Cyril Gane. The two are former training partners. Who benefits most from the familiarity with the other? Award...
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Covington vs Masvidal Is Happening At UFC 272! Who Wins?
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker break down the newly announced matchup between Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal at UFC 272. These former best friends have turned rivals, and which one of them will have the edge? 9 time UFC veteran and long time coach at American Top Team, Din Thomas,...
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The UFC Is Stacked In 2022, Ngannou vs Gane Predictions
Alex Donno, James Walker and Frank Zaffere examine a loaded UFC slate of fights in early 2022 including a deep dive on the upcoming heavyweight title fight between former training partners Francis Ngannou and Cyril Gane. Footage of Ngannou and Gane sparring from a couple years ago has been…
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Was Paul vs. Woodley II Fixed? Derrick Lewis Is Awesome!
Alex Donno and Frank Zaffere review an explosive weekend of fights in boxing and MMA and look back at some of the best combat sports moments of 2021. Is Tyron Woodley’s recent form the most embarrassing end to a fighting career? Plus, the guys examine big wins in the UFC by Derrick Lewis, Belal...
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UFC 269 Recap: Biggest Upset In MMA History?
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker react to an incredible night of fights at UFC 269. Was Juliana Peña’s shocking win over Amanda Nunes the biggest upset in UFC history? What’s next for Dustin Poirier after his loss to Charles Oliveira? Now that the charges have been dropped for Jon…
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UFC 269 Oliveira vs. Poirier Preview | Five Rounds
Alex Donno, James Walker and Frank Zaffere set the table for UFC 269 on December 11th, 2021. Charles Oliveira will defend the lightweight title against Dustin Poirier in the main event. Juliana Pena will challenge GOAT Amanda Nunes for the women's bantamweight strap in the co-main. The guys bring...
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Five Rounds: UFC's Colby Covington Just Talks Trash For The Money?
Alex Donno, James Walker and Frank Zaffere discuss the latest news, rumors, and fight breakdowns in the UFC. The guys discuss the recent revelation of exactly what Colby Covington said to Kamaru Usman after their recent fight, and whether it's good or bad for the sport. The guys preview Jose…
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Five Rounds: Will The UFC Really Give McGregor An Immediate Title Shot?
Alex Donno and James Walker react to Conor McGregor’s claim that he will fight for the UFC lightweight title when he returns from injury. Is this a good idea? The guys react to Ketlen Vieira’s win over Miesha Tate and look ahead to Font vs Aldo and the rest of the upcoming UFC bouts. Elliot "The...
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Five Rounds: Best UFC Fighters Who Don't Hold Championship Belts?
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker look back at a brilliant performance by Max Holloway in an entertaining 5 round decision victory over Yair Rodriguez. Is Max the best fighter in the UFC not currently holding a championship belt? Who are the other greats in that category? The guys are...
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Has Kamaru Usman Surpassed GSP's UFC Legacy?
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker recap an epic UFC 268 pay per view, where Kamaru Usman retained his UFC welterweight title against Colby Covington in their rematch. Did the judges get it right, or should Colby have gotten his hand raised? Has Usman surpassed the UFC welterweight legacy...
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UFC 268 Usman vs. Covington II, Canelo vs. Plant Previews
Alex Donno, James Walker and Frank Zaffere set the table for a huge weekend in combat sports. The guys look ahead to the anticipated rematch between Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington at Madison Square Garden for UFC 268. They also preview Canelo Alvarez vs. Caleb Plant. Guests Din Thomas and Jim...
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UFC 267 Preview, Miami Bareknuckle Interviews! 5 Rounds
Alex Donno, James Walker and Frank Zaffere preview the upcoming UFC pay per view that isn't actually a pay per view. Jan Blachowicz will defend his light heavyweight title against Glover Teixeira and Petr Yan will face Cory Sandhagen for the interim bantamweight title. Plus, Luis "Baboon"…
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When In Rome... Conor McGregor Punches Italian DJ's?
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker are back for another episode of Five Rounds on the Five Reasons Sports Network. The guys break down Conor McGregor's latest antics, as the former champ has been accused of punching a DJ in Rome. Plus, they break down the upcoming UFC and Bellator main...
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5 Rounds: Fury vs. Wilder, Dern vs. Rodriguez Previews!
Alex Donno, James Walker and Frank Zaffere break down and preview the upcoming heavyweight boxing trilogy bout between Fury and Wilder and the upcoming UFC main event between McKenzie Dern and Marina Rodriguez. Kevin Iole from Yahoo! Sports and Jim Rodriguez from Five Reasons To Bet joined the show!
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Nick Diaz Should Never Fight Again | 5 Rounds
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker were joined by Johnathan Ramlakan to recap UFC 266, which featured the long awaited return of Nick Diaz. Nick lost a TKO to Robbie Lawler, and the guys debate whether or not he should ever fight again. They also looked back at the awesome title fight...
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Five Rounds: Belfort Beats Holyfield, Smith vs. Spann Preview
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker recap the bizarre Triller Fight Club event that saw Vitor Belfort win by TKO against 58 year old Evander Holyfield and Anderson Silva knocking out Tito Ortiz in the boxing ring. The guys also discuss the latest UFC headlines and welcomed in guests Kevin...
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Holyfield vs Belfort Preview, Brunson vs. Till UFC Review
Alex Donno and Frank Zaffere welcomed in guest JP Reese, a former Bellator fighter. The guys preview the upcoming Triller pay per view featuring 58 year old Evander Holyfield stepping back into the boxing ring to face former MMA champ Vitor Belfort. Should Holyfield even be allowed to compete at...
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Paul vs Woodley Review, Chikadze Beats Barboza, Brunson vs Till Preview!
Alex Donno, James Walker, Frank Zaffere and Johnathan Ramlakhan recap a busy fight weekend that saw Jake Paul win a split decision over Tyron Woodley and Giga Chikadze defeat Edson Barboza. The guys also take a look ahead to Derek Brunson vs. Darren Till on Saturday. Din Thomas joins the show to...
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Paul vs. Woodley, Barboza vs. Chikadze and PFL
Alex Donno, James Walker and Frank Zaffere preview Jake Paul vs. Tyron Woodley from every angle. The guys also preview UFC Fight Night, Barboza vs. Chikadze with the best kickers in the UFC going head to head, and look ahead to the next round of PFL playoffs. Kevin Iole from Yahoo! Sports and…
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UFC 265 Lewis vs Gane Preview | Five Rounds Ep 4
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker preview the interim title fight between Derrick Lewis and Cyril Gane at UFC 265. The guys welcome in UFC veteran Din Thomas and MMA journalist Kevin Iole from Yahoo! Sports. #UFC265 #MMA
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Talking Makhachev, Miesha, Dillashaw and PFL | Five Rounds Ep 3
Alex Donno, James Walker and Frank Zaffere look back at impressive wins for Islam Makhachev and Miesha Take in Vegas, and preview Dillashaw vs Sandhagen this weekend. Plus, the guys interview Kayla Harrison, Rory MacDonald and other PFL fighters to look ahead to the upcoming playoffs at the Hard...
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UFC 264 Recap - Makhachev vs. Moises Preview| Five Rounds Ep 2
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker bring a full review and breakdown of UFC 264, including Dustin Poirier’s victory over Conor McGregor by medical stoppage. The guys look ahead to this weekend with a preview of UFC Fight Night: Makhachev vs. Moises. Guests Kevin Iole from Yahoo Sports and...
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UFC 264 Preview| Five Rounds Ep 1
Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker preview UFC 264. Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor are set to square off for their trilogy fight. The guys break it down from every angle. Lee Sterling from Paramount Sports hops aboard for a betting preview and the guy's interview Combate Global fighter...
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Alex Donno, Frank Zaffere and James Walker provide weekly MMA and boxing news, rumors, betting odds and fight breakdowns. The guys interview the biggest fighters and writers in the combat world. #MMA #UFC #FiveRounds
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