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BBB LIVE CHAT Ep. 42

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Brendan Schaub goes off on the controversial stand-up in Renato Moicano vs. Tom Nolan and explains why Dan Miragliotta’s decision has the MMA world debating the future of grappling in the UFC.

On Big Brown Breakdown 549, Brendan also breaks down Jake Paul vs. Cedric Doumbe, revisits his comments about Islam Makhachev, and explains why he thinks Michael Morales is getting too much hype. Plus: Conor McGregor’s UFC future, Arman Tsarukyan’s meeting with Eddie Hearn, Robert Whittaker vs. Bogdan Guskov, and the idea of Fedor Emelianenko boxing Francis Ngannou.

Should a referee ever stand fighters up when someone has back control? And who presents the bigger challenge for Islam: Carlos Prates or Michael Morales?

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Prates vs. Morales for an interim title… so why isn’t Islam fighting?!

Brendan Schaub tackles your questions about Carlos Prates vs. Michael Morales at UFC 336, Islam Makhachev’s next title defense, and whether the UFC is giving its welterweight champion special treatment.

Plus, the Dominick Reyes–Daniel Cormier commentary feud, Wonderboy’s placement on the prelims, the UFC heavyweight title picture, and whether Arman Tsarukyan is a generational talent.

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Brendan Schaub addresses the Islam Makhachev backlash, debates the UFC title picture, and teases what he’s heard about Jake Paul’s next opponent on Big Brown Breakdown Live Chat 41.

Brendan answers fan questions about Carlos Prates vs. Michael Morales, Josh Hokit vs. Ciryl Gane, Arman Tsarukyan’s title-shot case, and Max Holloway waiting for Conor McGregor. Plus, Cain Velasquez’s Shawn Ryan interview, Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes, gi vs. no-gi jiu-jitsu, Halloween horror recommendations, and the greatest MMA fights to show a new fan.

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Brendan Schaub addresses the backlash over his Islam Makhachev comments on Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 548, explaining his frustration with inactive UFC champions, Ramadan scheduling, and the Georges St-Pierre comparisons.

Brendan and Chin also break down Daniel Cormier’s feud with Dominick Reyes, Sean O’Malley’s case for a Petr Yan rematch, and the Ciryl Gane eye-poke debate. Plus, Sean Strickland–Nassourdine Imavov talks, Khamzat Chimaev on overtraining, Usman Nurmagomedov’s UFC future, potential Volkanovski–Tsarukyan and Gaethje–Volkanovski matchups, Mike Perry’s MMA plans, and Jon Jones’ take on Ilia Topuria.

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BBB LIVE CHAT Ep. 40

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Brendan Schaub recaps UFC 333, breaking down Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili 3, Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev, and the Daniel Cormier commentary controversy. After going 5–0 on his main card picks, Brendan explains why Yan’s takedown defense deserves more credit and why Sean O’Malley should get the next title shot.

Plus, is Volkanovski vs. Justin Gaethje the superfight to make? Brendan weighs Volk’s featherweight legacy, reacts to Dominick Reyes and O’Malley calling out DC, and discusses Islam Makhachev’s next-fight situation and Carlos Prates vs. Michael Morales. Also covered: Aaron Pico, Alexander Volkov, Alex Pereira’s heavyweight gamble, and the latest UFC matchmaking rumors.

Who should fight Petr Yan next, and would you rather see Volk defend at featherweight or face Gaethje?

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Does Ilia Topuria deserve an immediate Justin Gaethje rematch? Brendan Schaub tackles Gaethje vs. Topuria 2, Jon Jones’ UFC future, and whether Sean Strickland is worth his asking price on Big Brown Breakdown.

If Alexander Volkanovski didn’t get an immediate rematch, why should Topuria? Could anyone overtake Jon Jones as MMA’s GOAT? Brendan takes on your questions about UFC matchmaking, fighter pay, and the biggest debates in mixed martial arts.

Plus, Mike Malott’s potential, whether Michael “Venom” Page is underrated, UFC fighter contracts, and prime Fedor Emelianenko vs. Shane Carwin. We also get into kids’ self-defense, life in Texas, and bringing Eddie Bravo back for an old-school Fight Companion.

Give Topuria the rematch, or give someone else a shot? Make your case in the comments and leave your next FAN QUESTION!

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Brendan Schaub is LIVE to preview UFC 333: Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev and Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili 3! Can Volk stop Evloev’s wrestling? Who wins the trilogy? We’re breaking down the matchups, making picks, talking the latest MMA news, and answering YOUR questions. Drop your takes in the chat!

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Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev is a coin flip, and Brendan Schaub is taking VOLK… barely. On Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 546, Brendan previews UFC 333, breaking down Evloev’s wrestling, Volkanovski’s championship experience, and why this pick comes with serious reservations.

Brendan also breaks down Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili 3, including the concerns surrounding Yan’s back surgery, and delivers his main card picks for Lone’er Kavanagh vs. Ramazan Temirov, Alexander Volkov vs. Rizvan Kuniev, and Aaron Pico vs. Losene Keita.

Plus, Ian Garry’s rumored matchup with Yaroslav Amosov, Shakur Stevenson’s Zuffa Boxing exit, Alex Pereira’s heavyweight future, Farid Basharat’s UFC departure, and why Brendan believes Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou is NEVER happening.

Who wins at UFC 333: Volkanovski or Evloev? Yan or Merab?

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Brendan Schaub weighs in on UFC roster cuts and the fan backlash, plus your questions on Big Brown Breakdown LIVE Ep. 38.

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Can Alexander Volkanovski beat Movsar Evloev and Father Time at UFC 333? Brendan Schaub breaks down Volkanovski vs. Evloev, Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili 3, and the keys to both UFC title fights on Big Brown Breakdown, Episode 545.

Brendan examines Volk’s footwork and fight IQ against Evloev’s wrestling, Merab’s relentless pace against Yan’s technical advantages, and the uncertainty around Yan’s return after back surgery.

Also: Mike Malott’s knockout of Joaquin Buckley at UFC Edmonton, what comes next for Malott, the Farid Basharat–Dana White controversy, Aaron Pico vs. Losene Keita, Alexander Volkov vs. Rizvan Kuniev, and a possible Volkanovski–Justin Gaethje superfight.

Who wins UFC 333: Volkanovski or Evloev? Yan or Merab?

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Are Ariel Helwani and Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson making fair criticisms of the UFC—or taking things too far? Brendan Schaub tackles your fan questions about the UFC’s biggest critics, Michael “Venom” Page’s departure, and Mighty Mouse calling the promotion “hypocrites.”

If the UFC is supposed to have the best fighters, why release athletes who keep winning? How much should entertainment value matter? And are fans being fair when they question Ariel and Mighty Mouse’s coverage?

Plus, UFC fighter pay and championship contracts, Joshua Van vs. Manel Kape, Alex Pereira’s heavyweight title path, and title defenses versus superfights.

Fair criticism or UFC hate?

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In the live chat: Jon Jones vs. Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson in the MMA GOAT conversation, the greatest fighters never to win a championship, Mike Tyson’s Netflix documentary, and more.

Are UFC fighters getting paid what they deserve? And who belongs at the top of the GOAT list? Drop your take in the comments.

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Brendan Schaub responds to Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson’s criticism of the UFC and its talent roster. Brendan backs Sean Strickland’s frustration with UFC fighter pay while breaking down Michael “Venom” Page’s exit, fighter contracts, and why winning doesn’t always secure your spot in the promotion.

Also on Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 544: Alex Pereira’s dispute with Daniel Cormier, a potential Alexander Volkanovski vs. Justin Gaethje superfight, Bruce Buffer’s comments about Josh Hokit, Charles Oliveira and Arman Tsarukyan’s title picture, and possible Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Michael Morales matchmaking.

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Did the UFC play Alex Pereira? “Poatan” is accusing the UFC of manipulating fan opinion around Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit, and calling out Daniel Cormier for backing the matchup.

Brendan Schaub breaks down the Alex Pereira controversy, UFC heavyweight matchmaking, and the politics behind title shots on Big Brown Breakdown Live Chat Ep. 36. Pereira wanted a rematch with Ciryl Gane, but Josh Hokit got the opportunity. Is Pereira right to question the decision, or did the UFC make the right call? Whose side are you on, Pereira or Cormier?

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Sean Strickland is fighting the UFC over fighter pay, and Brendan Schaub believes one loss could cost him his leverage.

On Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 543, Brendan examines Strickland’s reported UFC contract, a potential Nassourdine Imavov title defense, and why a Khamzat Chimaev rematch could provide a stronger negotiating position. Dana White has shut down a Zuffa Boxing crossover, and Brendan’s warning is blunt: lose the belt, and the people listening now might stop picking up the phone.

Brendan also praises Marc Goddard’s eye-poke enforcement at UFC Vegas 122, recaps Brendan Allen vs. Christian Leroy Duncan, and asks why Allen’s résumé hasn’t made him a bigger star. Michael “Venom” Page joins Misfits Boxing, but does that audience understand who just walked into their world?

Plus, Alex Pereira’s confrontation with a streamer, Jon Jones’s retirement comments and White House regret, GSP’s unexpected podcast conversation, and a look ahead to Buckley vs. Malott and UFC 333.

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Alex Pereira vs. Sergei Pavlovich raises a brutal question: how much should Poatan risk chasing a third UFC belt?

On this Big Brown Breakdown Fan Questions, Brendan Schaub tackles Pereira’s heavyweight gamble. Is Pavlovich the right path, or does returning to 205 make more sense?

Sean Strickland’s UFC fighter-pay battle brings that debate outside the cage: what good is winning the belt if you’re still fighting for enough money to walk away? Fans ask whether Strickland has the leverage to change fighter pay, and help get a fighters’ union off the ground.

Then we get into Gable Steveson’s next move, the futures of Israel Adesanya and Dricus du Plessis, and Dana White vs. Eddie Hearn. Is Zuffa Boxing fixing the sport, or changing who gets to call the shots?

Plus, women’s MMA’s star-power problem, the most complete fighters in the sport, training plateaus, and pushing young athletes without burning them out.

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BBB Live Chat Ep. 35

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Brendan Schaub reacts to Sean Strickland’s frustration with UFC pay, the injuries wearing him down, and the possibility of leaving MMA for boxing, including a potential fight with Jake Paul.

On Big Brown Breakdown Episode 542, Brendan explains why getting out of a UFC contract can be complicated and argues that the promotion is rewarding its biggest stars while squeezing out established, blue collar fighters.

Plus: Nassourdine Imavov confronts Strickland, Bo Nickal vs. Joe Pyfer, Shavkat Rakhmonov–Michael Morales matchup rumors, Colby Covington’s feud with Jon Jones, and why Gable Steveson needs a different approach to training. Brendan also discusses Dana White vs. Eddie Hearn, Fury vs. Joshua, RAF matchups, college football, and his pick for Brendan Allen vs. Christian Leroy Duncan.

And yes, we’re going down the Daniel Cormier food-comment rabbit hole.

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