The downloads didn't stop, even while the mic was silent... and that surge pulled me right back into the studio! Tune in for a fast, heartfelt recap of a wild card. Also in this episode, I’m laying out what’s next for the show, including the long-requested fight picks segment! But first we will be diving into the moments that lit up the year’s final pay-per-view.
We start with Jalin Turner’s return against Edson Barboza, a call that Turner skillfully answered. Macy Barber’s performance against Karine Silva carried the same message: the UFC isn’t handing out tune-ups!
From there, I peel back the bigger tension shaping every card: are matchups built on merit or market heat? It’s complicated, and I see both sides, especially as rising names get high-leverage opportunities that thrill fans and frustrate rankings...
Then we talk Peyton Talbott vs Henry Cejudo, a fun and high energy chess match where Talbott’s fight IQ popped in the scrambles.
Brandon Moreno vs Tatsuro Taira blended charm and craft, while Alexandre Pantoja vs Joshua Van sparked a debate about fundamentals.
Finally, Petr Yan vs Merab Dvalishvili delivered a masterclass in precision, where Yan’s footwork and timing shaped every exchange and forced Merab to problem-solve under fire.
If you love striking geometry, high-energy scrambles, and real talk about UFC matchmaking, this one’s for you! Hit play, share your fantasy rematch idea, and tell me where you land on merit vs marketing. Subscribe, rate, and drop a review so I can keep leveling up the show week after week!
