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The Hurt Business

Welcome to The Hurt Business Podcast with Fares Sharari. Tune in for the latest news and insights on upcoming combat sports events locally and globally, plus exclusive interviews with current fighters, coaches, and other influential figures in MMA and boxing. Whether you"re a casual fan or die-hard enthusiast, join Fares as he takes you inside the world of combat sports.

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All Episodes

56:15

Pereira’s Back on Top, Oliveira Delivers Again, and...

The Hurt Business ·

2025/10/22

In today’s episode, Fares is joined by fellow UFC fanatic — and first-time guest — Tom Surette! The two recap an action-packed month of fights, starting with UFC 319 where Alex Pereira regained his light heavyweight title (1:08). They break down the rest of the card, including Jiri’s win over Khalil Rountree (5:54) and Merab’s successful defense against Cory Sandhagen (7:40). Next, they head to Brazil for the October 11th card, where Charles Oliveira defended home soil against late replaceme...

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43:22

RDR Dominates, Petr Yan Delivers Another Classic —...

The Hurt Business ·

2025/07/29

In today’s episode, Fares and Josh react to last weekend’s UFC fights from Etihad Arena. They kick things off with the main event, where Reinier de Ridder made a statement against former champ Rob Whittaker (1:53), and discuss what’s next for RDR (10:00). Petr Yan gave Marcus McGhee a brutal welcome to the division’s top tier (14:17). Fan favorite Shara Magomedov battled through adversity against Canada’s Marc-André Barriault (21:50). Josh’s moment of the night: Steven Nguyen’s record-b...

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76:18

UFC 318: Max Blessed Again, Costa’s Return, and...

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2025/07/23

In today’s episode, Fares returns from Mexico (0:32) as the duo reunites to break down everything that went down in the combat sports world this past weekend. They kick things off with UFC 318, where the BMF title was on the line. Max Holloway’s dominance at lightweight continues (5:14), followed by a look back at favorite Dustin Poirier moments (18:07). Paulo Costa returned looking as dominant as ever against Roman Dolidze (23:25), while the real fight of the night was Kevin Holland vs. Dani...

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42:10

UFC Atlanta: Buckley’s Breakout? Usman, Namajunas,...

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2025/06/13

In today’s episode, Fares and Josh share their thoughts on the upcoming UFC Atlanta card, headlined by Kamaru Usman vs. Joaquin Buckley. Does Kamaru still have enough left to handle one of the next gen’s best in Buckley? (2:04) They also dive into the return of former flyweight champ Rose Namajunas as she welcomes Miranda Maverick into the top 10 (17:13), and whether Edmen Shahbazyan can stop the momentum of a streaking Andre Petroski (25:02). Another former champ, Cody Garbrandt, is ba...

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59:39

Post UFC 316 Thoughts: Merab 135lb GOAT? Kayla's...

The Hurt Business ·

2025/06/11

In today’s episode, Fares and Josh react to everything that went down in the combat sports world this past weekend. Starting with boxing, they cover Jai Opetaia’s dominant win (2:58), followed by breaking news as Vasyl Lomachenko announces his retirement (7:58). Then it’s over to MMA, beginning with the latest in the Jon Jones saga (12:18). The main course: UFC 316. Merab defends his title against Sean once again—has he cemented himself as the 135lb GOAT? (20:33). What’s next for "Suga" Sean...

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27:37

What Erin Blanchfield Said & UFC 316 Preview

The Hurt Business ·

2025/06/06

In today’s episode, Fares and Josh react to last weekend’s UFC Apex card. With the main event falling through due to health issues, they start by addressing Erin Blanchfield's comments about Maycee Barber (0:53). The conversation then shifts to much more exciting territory as the UFC gears up for a stacked UFC 316 card in New Jersey. They begin with the main event, where Merab Dvalishvili looks to defend his title against rising superstar "Suga" Sean O'Malley (6:39). In the co-main event, the...

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44:46

Ilia vs Charles? Islam at 170? + Jon Jones Petition...

The Hurt Business ·

2025/06/05

Fares and Josh break down the latest drama in the MMA world. They kick things off with a deep look at the potential Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira matchup (2:19), then ask: Is Islam Makhachev too small for JDM and the welterweights? (7:36). They also unpack the ongoing Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall saga and the viral 120K-signature petition that’s putting pressure on the UFC (12:58). Later in the episode, they preview this weekend’s UFC Apex card (21:44), react to Dan Hooker’s wild $50K backy...

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60:02

Sandhagen vs Figueiredo Preview, Eubank vs Benn...

The Hurt Business ·

2025/05/02

In today's epdisode, Fares and Josh recap last weekends stacked weekend in the combat sports world and previewed this weekends fights. Begining in the UFC, as Ian Garry put on a master performance against Carlos Prates(2:04). Then to this weekends fights from Iowa headlined by Cory Sandhagen and Deiveson Figueiredo(10:10). Bo Nickal in the co-main against a interesting test in Reinier De Ridder(14:16). Moving into boxing, firstly the pair share their mesmerizing thoughts on the Chris Eubank j...

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43:57

UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes, Chandler vs. Paddy &...

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2025/04/11

In today's episode, Fares and Josh react to the latest boxing news as Dmitry Bivol chooses to pursue a fight with Artur Beterbiev over David Benavidez. What does this mean for the division? (1:10) Then it's on to this weekend’s UFC pay-per-view in Miami, Florida. At the top of the card, Alexander Volkanovski takes on Diego Lopes for the vacant 145lb belt (6:24). In the co-main event, Michael Chandler looks to welcome Paddy Pimblett to the top 10 of the lightweight division (13:34). Speaking o...

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27:51

Post UFC Mexico, Moreno's Dominance, & What's Next...

The Hurt Business ·

2025/04/01

In today's episode, Fares and Josh react to last weekends UFC Mexico City card. As Brandon Moreno dominated the young Steve Erceg and thoughts from the rest of the exciting card https://www.instagram.com/thehbpod_/

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28:10

EMERGENCY POD: Belal’s Next Test, UFC 314 Revealed,...

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2025/04/01

Dana White just dropped BOMBSHELL fight announcements on IG Live, and Fares & Josh are here to break it all down. UFC 315's main event: Belal Muhammad defends his belt against Jack Della Maddalena (0:57), with Valentina Shevchenko vs. Manon Fiorot in the co-main (4:25). But that’s just the beginning—UFC 314’s full card is revealed (6:35). Why did Ilia Topuria vacate? (7:16) Plus, Paddy Pimblett gets a huge test vs. Michael Chandler (13:04), Yair Rodriguez takes on Patricio Pitbull (16:21)...

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68:08

UFC Apex Recap, UFC Seattle Preview & Beterbiev vs....

The Hurt Business ·

2025/02/20

In today’s episode, Fares and Josh break down last weekend’s action from the UFC Apex Center. Jared Cannonier handled business (2:32), Youssef Zalal cracked the top 10 (8:42), and we share our thoughts on performances from Edmen Shahbazyan, Nazim Sadykhov, and Andre Petroski (10:34). Then, we look ahead to this weekend’s fights, as the UFC heads to Seattle with Henry Cejudo vs. Song Yadong headlining (18:22). Plus, a banger of a rematch between Brendan Allen and Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez (2...

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40:16

Adesanya Falls in Saudi, DDP Rises at UFC 312 & UFC...

The Hurt Business ·

2025/02/14

Fares and Josh are back after a short break to catch you up on everything happening in the world of combat sports! First, we break down UFC Saudi Arabia's Fight Night, where Israel Adesanya suffered a shocking loss to Nassourdine Imavov (0:48). Sticking with the middleweights, Dricus Du Plessis silenced the doubters with a huge win over Sean Strickland at UFC 312 (7:08). What else went down at UFC 312? We dive into all the action (16:11). Looking ahead, this weekend's UFC Apex card features a...

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57:19

UFC 311 Recap, McGregor's Bus Moment, and UFC 313...

The Hurt Business ·

2025/02/13

In today’s episode, Fares and Josh kick things off by discussing the recent TikTok drama and its near-deletion (2:25), plus the viral footage of Conor McGregor rubbing shoulders with Jake and Logan Paul on a bus (4:36). Then, they dive into the latest UFC 313 announcements, including Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev (7:25) and Justin Gaethje’s return against Dan Hooker (11:56). Next, they break down last weekend’s UFC 311 card, starting with overall impressions (13:21). Payton Talbot’s toug...

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49:15

First UFC PPV of the Year: UFC 311 Preview Picks

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2025/01/18

In the first episode of the new year, Fares and Josh kick things off by sharing their thoughts on the year so far (0:32), before diving into the bombshell that shook the MMA world: Arman Tsarukyan is out of the main event, courtesy of a last-minute shakeup from Dana White (7:11).P4P king Islam Makhachev now faces the charismatic "Money" Renato Moicano in a must-see main (13:43). In the co-main event, reigning champ Merab Dvalishvili defends his title against the undefeated phenom Umar Nurmago...

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49:37

2024 Annual MMA Award Show

The Hurt Business ·

2024/12/29

In today’s special episode, Fares and Josh reflect on the best moments from this past year in the UFC, highlighting their top picks in categories such as Fighter of the Year (3:20), Fight of the Year (9:31), Knockout of the Year (15:36), Submission of the Year (20:11), Moment of the Year (24:57), Favorite Rivalry of the Year (30:01), Favorite New Fighter of the Year (35:32), and the Most Anticipated Fight heading into 2025 (40:43) https://www.instagram.com/thehbpod_/

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57:09

Buckley Dominates Colby, UFC Tampa Recap & Usyk vs....

The Hurt Business ·

2024/12/20

In today’s episode, Fares and Josh break down all the action from last weekend’s UFC Tampa card. Starting with the main event, Joaquin Buckley delivered a stunning KO against Colby Covington (2:01). Plus, Sean Brady teases a potential fight with Leon Edwards in the UK for 2025 (9:02). In the co-main event, Cub Swanson rolls back the years with a victory over Billy Q (12:02), while Manel Kape proves he’s a top contender at flyweight (16:13). They also recap all the other big moments from UFC T...

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35:23

Romani Alicea on His Support System, Journey to Muay...

The Hurt Business ·

2024/12/08

In today's episode, Fares is joined by young Muay Thai champ Romani Alicea. The conversation begins with the story behind his fighter nickname (0:40) and his first steps into martial arts (1:37), leading to his transition from Karate to Muay Thai (4:01). Romani opens up about what it means to represent Brockton, MA (6:21) and the role his support system has played in shaping him as an athlete (10:17). He shares how his coaches at Hard Knocks have pushed him to new heights (16:40) and reflects...

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64:15

Alex Pereira & Jamahal Hill's Encounter, UFC 311...

The Hurt Business ·

2024/12/08

In today's episode, Fares and Josh break down the latest happenings in the UFC. They kick things off by discussing the recent encounter at the UFC Performance Institute between Alex Pereira and Jamahal Hill (1:39). The conversation then moves to the exciting announcements for UFC 311 (9:56), including Merab Dvalishvili’s title defense against Umar Nurmagomedov (10:15) and the highly anticipated main event featuring Islam Makhachev vs. Arman Tsarukyan (17:11).Next, they dive into this weekend’...

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43:15

Petr Yan Outlasts Figgy, Sunny vs. Galal Preview, &...

The Hurt Business ·

2024/11/27

In today’s episode, Fares and Josh break down last weekend’s UFC card from Macao, China (0:00). They start with the main event, where Petr Yan set a relentless pace against Deiveson Figueiredo (0:59). Next, they dive into the co-main event as Yan Xiaonan delivered a dominant performance against the rising Tabatha Ricci (16:37). Muslim Salikhov’s jaw-dropping KO of the night—possibly the year? (19:19)—also gets its spotlight. Plus, Carlos Ulberg’s impressive win propels him into the top 10 (26...

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