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Cageside with John Morgan

Grind City Media

Cageside with John Morgan is a weekly video podcast that will breakdown and preview everything in the world of Mixed Martial Arts, including hard hitting interviews by some of the biggest stars in the sport. John Morgan is an award winning journalist and is widely regarded as the best MMA insider in the world.

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59:31

Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul is pure genius; Amanda...

Cageside with John Morgan ·

2024/03/18

On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan break down the misunderstood brilliance of Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul and why it will be the most watching boxing event of all-time. Additionally, the two look back at Marcin Tybura’s first-round submission of fellow UFC heavyweight Tai Tuivasa, look ahead to this weekend’s UFC on ESPN 53 headliner between Amanda Ribas and Rose Namajunas, while also offering up a quick preview of “Bellator Champions Series: Belfast” and the 2024 NCAA Division I Wrestling

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63:10

UFC 299 recap: Sean O’Malley flawless, Dustin Poirier...

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2024/03/11

On this episode, Eric and John recap UFC 299. “The Suga Show” was on full display with Sean O’Malley earning a masterful decision victory over Marlon Vera. What is next for O’Malley, and why the UFC may rethink a superfight with Ilia Topuria. Dustin Poirier withstands the early onslaught from Benoit Saint Denis and delivers a spectacular knockout. Is a title shot next for “The Diamond”? How bad was the knockout of Francis Ngannou, and what could be the fall out from it? All this and more

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61:48

UFC 299 preview: Sean O’Malley-Marlon Vera, Dustin...

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2024/03/04

On this episode, Eric and John break down what is set to be a spectacular pay-per-view card with UFC 299 in Miami. Bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley vs. Marlon “Chito” Vera has all the makings of an absolute dog fight. Additionally, are the oddsmakers showing disrespect to the legend Dustin Poirier, or is Benoit Saint-Denis on his way to contend for lightweight gold? Former Bellator champ Michael “Venom” Page is set to make his promotional debut, and the UFC couldn’t have picked a better first

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58:43

Brandon Royval, Brian Ortega shine at UFC Mexico...

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2024/02/26

On this episode, Eric and John cover what was a busy weekend in MMA. PFL vs. Bellator ended with Renan Ferreira reigning supreme over Ryan Bader in just 21 seconds, potentially setting up the fight that would bring Francis Ngannou back to MMA. On the same night at UFC Mexico City, Brandon Royval earned an upset victory over Brandon Moreno and called for a rematch with champ Alexandre Pantoja. Is Brian Ortega next in line for Ilia Topuria? Hear why we think so. All this and more ...Timecodes0:00 –

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62:44

UFC 298: Ilia Topuria makes good on prediction, Merab...

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2024/02/19

On this episode, Eric and John recap UFC 298, where new featherweight champion Ilia Topuria was laser focused. Was there any hangover for Alexander Volkanovski? Meanwhile, Merab Dvalishvili steamrolls “Triple C” and is now the clearcut No. 1 contender at bantamweight. Paulo Costa saw his stock rise in defeat, and Robert Whittaker is right back in title contention with a spectacular performance. Also, how good is Danny Barlow? All this and more ...Timecodes0:00 – Introduction1:40 – Ilia Topuria

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61:18

Alexander Volkanovski, Ilia Topuria, Merab...

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2024/02/12

On this episode, Eric and John break down UFC 298. Will Alexander Volkanovski reign supreme, or will the skillset and confidence of Topuria make the difference? The No. 1 contender spot is on the line as Merab Dvalishvili takes on “Triple C,” Henry Cejudo, who has multiple paths to victory – but will cardio be the difference? All this and more ...Timecodes0:00 – Diving right into an incredibly deep UFC 2981:55 – Danny Barlow makes his UFC debut4:46 – Looking at UFC’s pay-per-view lineup9:07 –

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58:01

Nassourdine Imavov vs. Chris Curtis next, please; Joe...

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2024/02/05

On this episode, Eric and John break down Nassourdine Imavov’s UFC Fight Night 235 win over Roman Dolidze, including a few chaotic moments both in and out of the cage? They also take a look at what’s next for Imavov – and why it should absolutely be Chris Curtis – as well as the moment from the fight that serves as the perfect explanation for why MMA’s Unified Rules may soon be changed. Additionally, the pair previewsSaturday’s UFC Fight Night 236 event, where Joe Pyfer has a massive opportunity

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57:38

Kayla Harrison might struggle with Holly Holm – but...

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2024/01/29

On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan start looking forward to UFC 300, which is quickly becoming a blockbuster with the latest additions to the card. Will Kayla Harrison be successful in her octagon debut? Additionally, the guys discuss Jon Anik’s emotional week online and look forward to a busy weekend.Timecodes0:00 – Introduction2:32 – Kayla Harrison set to face Holly Holm at UFC 3009:54 – Is Harrison facing a stylistic problem in Holm?24:17 – Looking ahead to Justin Gaethje vs. Max

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59:25

UFC 297: Dricus Du Plessis takes middleweight title;...

Cageside with John Morgan ·

2024/01/22

On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan break down the UFC 297 main event that saw Dricus Du Plessis gain a split-decision victory to become middleweight champion of the world. Was there a bit of controversy? Did Sean Strickland have an off night? Is Israel Adesanya the logical next fight for Du Plessis, or did Strickland earn an instant rematch? Raquel Pennington claims the vacant women’s bantamweight title and calls out Julianna Peña. Dana White goes viral in the post-fight press conference

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56:28

Sean Strickland vs. Dricus Du Plessis preview ahead...

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2024/01/16

On this episode, Eric and John take a deep dive into the main event of UFC 297, where middleweight champion Sean Strickland defends his title vs. Dricus Du Plessis. Who is going to be the first one to take a back step? Will Strickland be able to withstand the early barrage, and what can we expect from the pre-fight press conference when these two personalities take the stage? Also on the show, Magomed Ankalaev’s second-round destruction, the timeless Jim Miller, and the PFL and Bellator announce

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65:42

Jon Jones, Islam Makhachev, Sean O’Malley, Dustin...

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2024/01/08

On this episode, Eric and John dive into to some unresolved storylines leading off 2024, including who’s next for Islam Makhachev. Does Belal Muhammad get the next shot at champ Leon Edwards? Conor McGregor has announced his next fight, but the UFC has not. Why? Looking ahead to UFC Fight Night 234, then the big one with UFC 297 and Sean Strickland vs. Dricus Du Plessis. All this and more ...Timecodes0:00 – Introduction1:59 – Kicking off the UFC’s 2024 campaign3:51 – Is Leon Edwards vs. Belal

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74:35

Islam Makhachev, Sean Strickland, Israel Adesanya,...

Cageside with John Morgan ·

2023/12/28

On this episode, Eric and John relieve a wildly entertaining 2023 in the sport of mixed martial arts. Who were the big winners in Fight of the Year, Knockout of the Year, Submission of the Year and Fighter of the Year? All this and more ...Timecodes0:00 – Introduction1:15 – Laying out the Year in Review Awards criteria2:45 – Fight of the Year – and a disagreement!18:56 – Knockout of the Year33:45 – Submission of the Year45:11 – Fighter of the Year1:05:27 – Journalist of the Year? Referee of the

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43:09

What was Colby Covington doing at UFC 296? Sean...

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2023/12/18

Eric and John recap an intriguing UFC 296 card that was capped off with an odd decision win for welterweight champion Leon Edwards over heated rival Colby Covington. What happened, and where does Edwards go from here? Does Belal Muhammad or Shavkat Rakhmonov have the inside track? Of course, there was also action to recap outside of the cage with Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis.Timecodes0:00 – Introduction2:00 – Leon Edwards wins, but what was Colby Covington doing?8:48 – Did Covington have a

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65:22

UFC 296 preview, Leon Edwards vs. Colby Covington...

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2023/12/11

Eric and John break down everything that’s coming up with his weekend’s massive “UFC 296: Edwards vs. Covington” event in Las Vegas, including welterweight champ Leon Edwards vs. Colby Covington, as well as a loaded lineup from start to finish, including flyweight champ Alexandre Pantoja vs. Brandon Royval, Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson, Tony Ferguson vs. Paddy Pimblett, Vicente Luque vs. Ian Machado Garry, and more.Timecodes0:00 – Introduction1:38 – Looking ahead to a stacked

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61:04

Arman Tsarukyan impressive at UFC Austin, but now...

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2023/12/04

Eric and John break down everything that happened at UFC on ESPN 52, including Arman Tsarukyan’s stunning win over Beneil Dariush, Kerry Hatley’s stoppage in the Jalin Turner vs. Bobby Green matchup, big wins from Deiveson Figueiredo and Sean Brady, and much more.Timecodes0:00 – Introduction2:32 – Arman Tsarukyan delivers big in headliner7:09 – Could we see Justin Gaethje next?16:48 – Jalin Turner vs. Bobby Green ends in controversy22:42 – Walking through Kerry Hatley’s stoppage39:11 – Deiveson

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56:44

PFL purchase of Bellator complete, champ vs. champ...

Cageside with John Morgan ·

2023/11/27

Eric and John break down the ins and outs of the Professional Fight League purchasing Bellator. What does this mean for both brands, as well as their television contracts, executives and talent? Looking ahead, the UFC is off and running with a jam-packed December, starting this week in Austin, Texas with Beneil Dariush vs. Arman Tsarukyan and culminating in the big one at UFC 296, Leon Edwards vs. Colby Covington. All this and more ...Timecodes0:00 – Introduction1:04 – Eric awarded his Brazilian

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66:30

Alex Pereira makes history, Tom Aspinall wants Jon...

Cageside with John Morgan ·

2023/11/13

Eric and John break down UFC 295, which provided the Madison Square Garden crowd with an incredibly memorable event, including Alex Pereira claiming his second UFC title in just his seventh fight for the promotion with a TKO win over Jiri Prochazka, as well as Tom Aspinall earning an interim heavyweight belt with a stunning knockout of Sergei Pavlovich. What does that mean for the idea of Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic? Additionally, Usman Nurmagomedov was suspended for six months by the California

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68:55

UFC 295 preview: Jiri Prochazka vs. Alex Pereira,...

Cageside with John Morgan ·

2023/11/06

On episode No. 54, Eric and John preview this weekend’s much-anticipated UFC 295 from Madison Square Garden. What could happen when devastating striker Alex Pereira takes on the man who never lost his title in Jiri Prochazka? Sergei Pavlovich looks to continue his knockout streak as he takes on the highly touted and skilled Tom Aspinall for the interim title. How do Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic play into the equation? All this, plus CFFC 127, CFFC Match Day, and more.Timecodes0:00 – Introduction1:13 –

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60:38

Francis Ngannou victorious in loss to Tyson Fury, did...

Cageside with John Morgan ·

2023/10/30

Eric and John discuss the fallout from Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury and a result that nobody saw coming. But who ends up as the real winners and losers from the surprising split decision, and what happens to Ngannou’s contract with the PFL? Conor McGregor was among the myriad of stars on hand to soak it all in, and it seems like things are building nicely toward a UFC 300 encounter with Michael Chandler. The UFC visits Brazil this weekend with Jailton Almeida vs. Derrick Lewis, while CFFC Match

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61:39

Islam Makhachev KOs Alexander Volkanovski, Khamzat...

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2023/10/23

Eric and John break down the wild card that was UFC 294. Islam Makhachev stakes his claim on why he should be the No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter in the world. Khamzat Chimaev wins via majority decision, but how we would have liked to see this fight a five-rounder. Should Johnny Walker have won by disqualification instead of having an illegal knee end in a no contest? Looking forward to the “Battle of the Baddest” when Francis Ngannou tries his hand at boxing vs. the great Tyson Fury.0:00 –

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