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01:09:37

UFC 320 - Picks and Pours 72

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/10/03

After another short break, we’re back with Picks & Pours 72! This week we’re diving into UFC 320, headlined by the highly anticipated rematch between Light Heavyweight Champion Magomed Ankalaev and former champ Alex Pereira. Bill and Matt the Mechanic break down the entire main card, with Matt giving his official picks for each fight.We also catch up on the latest MMA news, discuss a little BKFC action, and of course share some pours along the way.

01:10:29

MMA on the Rocks: Picks & Pours 71 🍹🥊

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/09/12

MMA on the Rocks: Picks & Pours 71 🍹🥊Matt "The Mechanic" is back from vacation and ready to make his fight picks for UFC Noche 3: Lopes vs Silva. The card might not be the strongest on paper, but Bill and Matt break it all down, give their takes, and find some hidden gems worth watching.Bill also shares some updates about life outside the cage—including what it’s like adjusting to life with a brand-new puppy 🐶.Grab a drink, tune in, and join the conversation!

01:18:58

UFC Shainghai - Picks and Pours 70

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/08/22

This week we’re breaking down UFC Shanghai, headlined by Johnny Walker vs. Mingyang Zhang. We also dive into a high-stakes co-main event at 145 lbs.: Brian Ortega vs. Aljamain Sterling. Plus, Matt “The Mechanic” has to pay up on last week’s bet… which means eating a raw egg straight from one of Bill’s chickens!Thanks for tuning in and supporting the show—pour yourself a drink, sit back, and enjoy the ride.

01:25:40

UFC 319 - Picks and Pours 69

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/08/15

We are back this week to discuss Matt "The Mechanic's" picks for UFC 319. There is a little bit more on the line this week as the loser of the main event bet will have to eat a raw egg live on the air next week. We discuss Matt's picks for the main card, talk about the UFC's new deal with Paramount and how it really benefits everyone involved and we even discuss whether it is worth it to see old movies in the theater. Thank you for tuning in, cheers!

00:56:19

Picks and Pours 68

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/08/08

In this episode of MMA on the Rocks: Picks and Pours, Bill and Matt give a quick rundown of UFC Vegas 109. The main event between Roman Dolidze and Anthony Hernandez looks solid, but the rest of the card doesn’t offer much to get excited about — similar to last week’s lineup.We also talk whiskey, share a few pours we’ve been enjoying, and Bill marks a small milestone: collecting the first round of eggs from his backyard chickens.

01:04:06

Picks and Pours 67 – Distillery Tours, Family...

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/08/01

Host Bill Welker is back after a long road trip filled with whiskey distillery visits, questionable family behavior, and a serious need to catch up on all the MMA action he missed. In this episode, he breaks down his favorite pours from the journey and shares some wild road trip stories before diving into the latest fight card: UFC Vegas 108.We take a close look at the matchups, the most anticipated fights on the card, and give some fight picks that may or may not be influenced by the bourbon. Tune

01:03:28

Picks and Pours 66: UFC 317 Breakdown, Jon Jones’...

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/06/27

Matt "The Mechanic" is coming off a solid week of picks at UFC Baku, and now he’s back to see if the streak continues as we break down UFC 317. We take a close look at the main card, headlined by a lightweight title fight between Ilia Topuria—making his 155 debut—and Charles Oliveira, battling for the vacant belt.In the co-main event, Alexandre Pantoja defends his flyweight title against Kai Kara-France... but is KKF really the most deserving contender?Also on this episode:Jon Jones

01:08:22

Picks and Pours 65 - UFC Baku Predictions

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/06/20

Matt “The Mechanic” is back after a hot week of picks and he’s riding the momentum into the UFC’s historic first event in Baku, Azerbaijan. On this episode, we break down the full UFC Baku card, including a light heavyweight banger between Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr. in the main event.Bill drops a hot take during the show—and let’s just say a shot may have been involved. 🍻Tune in for fight talk, whiskey, and the usual madness on another round of Picks and Pours. Cheers!Main Event on

00:39:34

Picks and Pours 64 - UFC Atlanta and UFC 316 Recap

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/06/13

We’re back! After another brief week off (Bill was in New York celebrating his niece’s birthday 🎉), the MMA world didn’t slow down—and neither are we.We now have a new undisputed UFC women’s bantamweight champion in Kayla Harrison, and she wasted no time calling out the legend Amanda Nunes, who stepped into the cage to accept. Could this be the biggest women’s MMA fight of all time? We break it all down.Also on this episode:Merab Dvalishvili completely dismantles Sean O’Malley—what’s next for the

01:05:23

MMA on the Rocks: Picks and Pours 63: Is UFC Vegas...

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/05/30

We're back! (Kind of.) After a technically two-week hiatus, Picks and Pours returns. The UFC took a break last week, and so did we. The week before that? We recorded an episode... but thanks to some mysterious tech glitch, it's now lost forever in the depths of the internet.This week, we try to convince you (and ourselves) if UFC Vegas 107 is worth tuning in for. Spoiler: maybe? Bill talks about appearing on a murder mystery podcast, there's whiskey in the glass, and not a whole lot

01:21:35

Picks and Pours 60: UFC Des Moines Picks, BKFC...

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/05/02

Picks and Pours 60: UFC Des Moines Picks, BKFC Clearwater, Hot Takes & Whiskey ShotsMatt "The Mechanic" is back this week with some fresh picks for UFC Des Moines, and during the Hot Takes segment, tensions rise as a bold prediction puts a whiskey shot on the line. We break down the main card, sip on some fine whiskey, and talk all things fight night.We also preview BKFC Fight Night Clearwater, where Bill will be in attendance as credentialed media—expect some gritty bare-knuckle

00:32:14

Picks and Pours 59: UFC Kansas City Picks, Vigilant...

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/04/25

Picks and Pours 59: UFC Kansas City Picks, Vigilant MMA Commentary, and Daytona Fight WeekMatt "The Mechanic" couldn't make it to the show this week, but he still came through with his picks for UFC Kansas City. Bill holds it down solo—breaking down the main card and sharing some wild updates from the weekend, including how he accidentally became a color commentator at Vigilant MMA.Plus, a look ahead to his trip to Daytona Beach, Florida, where he’ll be cornering his teammate Jack

01:09:01

Picks & Pours 58 - HUGE UFC 314 Breakdown! 🔥

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/04/11

Matt "The Mechanic" is BACK! Join us for the latest episode as Matt delivers his highly anticipated picks for what's shaping up to be one of the most electrifying fight cards in recent memory: UFC 314!We dive deep into the main card matchups, offering our analysis and predictions for each exciting fight. From the vacant featherweight title clash between Alexander Volkanovski and the surging Diego Lopes, to the highly anticipated showdown between Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett,

00:34:02

MMA on the Rocks: Picks & Pours 57 - UFC Vegas 105...

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/04/04

This week, Bill handles the picks solo due to Matt "The Mechanic's" technical difficulties. We're diving into UFC Vegas 105, breaking down the card and offering our predictions. We'll also recap UFC Mexico City and Bill shares a taste of Penelope barrel strength bourbon.UFC Vegas 105 Fight Card:Main Event (ESPN/ESPN+):145 lbs.: Josh Emmett vs. Lerone MurphyMain Card (ESPN/ESPN+):145 lbs.: Pat Sabatini vs. Joanderson Brito135 lbs.: Cortavious Romious vs. Chang Ho Lee265 lbs.:

01:09:06

UFC Mexico Predictions - Picks and Pours 56

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/03/28

Picks & Pours 56 - UFC Mexico Parlay! 🥃👊 In this episode, Matt "The Mechanic" delivers his highly anticipated parlay picks for UFC Mexico. We dive into a brief discussion of the card's key matchups, but let's be honest, the conversation quickly veers into the realm of casual MMA talk and quality drinks. If you're looking for some fight predictions with a side of laid-back entertainment, you've come to the right place. Tune in for the picks and stay for the laughs

00:51:25

UFC London Breakdown! Edwards vs. Brady + Blachowicz...

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/03/21

Grab your favorite beverage and join Bill and Matt "The Mechanic" for another round of MMA on the Rocks! This week, we're heading across the pond for a deep dive into the highly anticipated UFC London card!The main event is a welterweight WAR between top contenders Leon Edwards and Sean Brady. Will Edwards defend his home turf, or will Brady continue his climb to the top? We'll break down their styles, predict the fight, and give you our thoughts on who comes out on top.But

01:08:22

Picks & Pours - Episode 53 - UFC 313 Breakdown!

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/03/07

Matt "The Mechanic" is BACK in the house for another round of MMA on the Rocks! This week, we're diving deep into the highly anticipated UFC 313 card, headlined by a massive light heavyweight title clash!🔥 Main Event Mayhem: We're breaking down the explosive showdown between champion Alex Pereira and the surging Magomed Ankalaev. Will Pereira's power prevail, or will Ankalaev's technical prowess secure the belt? We've got our predictions!👊 Full Main Card Breakdown:

00:27:55

UFC Vegas 103 - Picks and Pours 52

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/02/28

This week, it's a solo show. Matt "The Mechanic" couldn't make it, so Bill's taking the reins, diving straight into UFC Vegas 103. Expect a detailed breakdown of the main card, with Bill offering his own insights and even attempting to predict Matt's likely picks. We'll get into the matchups, the fighters, and the potential outcomes, all with the no-nonsense approach you've come to expect.Beyond the octagon, Bill shares a story from his own backyard – a real-life

01:06:51

UFC Vegas 102 - Cannonier vs Rodrigues - Picks and...

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/02/14

Get your UFC Vegas 102 betting knowledge here! Matt "The Mechanic" joins Bill Welker on Picks & Pours 51 to deliver his expert picks for the Cannonier vs. Rodrigues main card. Plus, we dive into the results from UFC 312 and discuss the controversial post-fight comments from Sean Strickland's coach. Bill's enjoying Bardstown Bourbon Company's Origin Series – find out why it's his new favorite! Tune in for the fights, the analysis, and the bourbon!

00:56:44

UFC 312 - Picks and Pours 50

MMA on the Rocks ·

2025/02/07

Get ready for another action-packed episode of MMA on the Rocks! This week, Bill sits down with Matt "The Mechanic" to break down the banger that is UFC 312. Will Sean Strickland avenge his previous loss against Dricus Du Plessis in their highly anticipated rematch? And can Tatiana Suarez dethrone the dominant Weili Zhang for the Women's Strawweight title? We'll dissect the main card matchups and give you our predictions!Plus, we're discussing the shocking retirement of MMA

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