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The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 31: Another solo podOh look, Leith has set up an episode with all his mates!Sammy has gone off on holiday this week so Leith decided to rustle together a little pod for the easter weekend. We hope you found it to be eggcellent (simply terrible, i'm sorry)In this week's pod, I take a look back at UFC 273 and in particular the excellent last 3 bouts of the card, along with my observations on GGG's win in boxing and Ryan Garcia's return bout against Emmanuel Tagoe!--- Send in a voice...
2022-04-1545 minThe Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 30: The Money episode...A change to the usual episode format as we take a deep dive into the career of Floyd 'Money' Mayweather and argue for and against in his stake as a genuine GOAT in boxing.In one corner we have Sammy wearing his Mayweather-tinted glasses on, and in the other corner, we have Leith who won't shut up about Castillo getting robbed in his first tussle with Floyd!!!We had a lot of fun doing this one, and plan on doing more to mix things up...we hope you enjoy it!--- Send in a...
2022-04-0748 minThe Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 29: Lizards, Mushrooms and Mings.UFC London was pretty boring, eh? In this week's episode, we discuss everything UFC London...highlights include:-Leith joins the Paddy Pimblett hype train-THAT Molly McCann finish-Paul Craig's Hail Mary moment!-Arnold Allen NOT going to decision-Tom Aspinall a future Heavyweight Champion-Leith's proclamation that this is the BEST live event he has ever witnessed -Our gripe with MMA media and a small minority of fans-Constructing a UFC Liverpool card--- Send in a...
2022-03-2358 minThe Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 28: Another night of boxing controversy...In this week's episode, we look back at the controversial scorecards and the result of Josh Taylor v Jack Catterall, and ask what can be done to ensure nights like this don't happen again.We discuss Islam Machachev's quick victory over Bobby Green and discuss the missed marketing opportunity to raise his brand in stepping in to fight RDS at UFC 257.We look forward to UFC 272 and the massive grudge match between Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington, and finally briefly discuss the odd press conference between Tyson Fury and the absent Dillian Whyte --- S...
2022-03-0455 minThe Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 27: Francis Ngannou, Leith Monro and Sam Tierney vs the UFCIn this week's episode, we discuss the fallout from UFC 270 and ask what's next in the UFC v Francis Nganno feud. Sam and I question the UFC handling of this situation, and realistically what power Francis can truly wield against the corporate juggernaut?What's next in this feud?Will they genuinely let him go?Will he box Tyson Fury?Where does this leave the Jon Jones bout?What's next for Cyril Gane?Are ESPN, Endeavor, and Disney happy to have their brands affiliated with UFC, given their...
2022-01-2849 minThe Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 26: Francis Ngannou vs The WorldIn this week's episode, we eagerly await UFC 270, and in particular the Main Event: Francis Ngannou v Cyril Gane. The bout itself is littered with talking points, including Francis' contract battle with the UFC, his feud with his former coach, the current coach to the man standing opposite him on Saturday night, and oh yeah...Gane and Ngannou just happen to be former training partners!!! It's like it could've been written for the WWE!! We also breakdown the co-main event, the trilogy between Brandon Moreno and Deiveson Figueiredo, and ask what can we expect in this 3rd b...
2022-01-2144 minThe Wrapped Knuckles PodcastThe Prestigious Wrapped Knuckles Awards 2022The Wrapped Knuckles Podcast is back with our 2nd annual (and industry prestigious 😆) MMA & Boxing Awards...In this week's episode, we announce our winners for the following awards across both sports-Male & Female fighters of the year-Fight of the year-KO of the year-Submission of the year-Upset of the year-Story of the yearWe also look back at my terrible predictions for 2021 as well looking to the future, predicting what might play out across the next year in both sports.Finally, we hig...
2022-01-131h 19The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 24: Christmas Special (with virtually no mention of anything Christmas-related)In this week's festive edition of the pod, we discuss all the goings-on in an action-packed weekend in the world of combat sports...-We look back at an excellent UFC fight night and get super-hyped at the prospect of Aldo v TJ next-What's next for Rafael Fiziev after his emphatic head kick win over Brad Riddell? RDA & Tony Ferguson, perhaps?-We simply gush (yup, we said GUSH) over Clay Guida and Chris Curtis' wins-In boxing, we look back at Devin Haney's UD win and a tough night for Tank...
2021-12-081h 00The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 23: Babies, White Belts & Metallica...our very own Triad of CombatIn this week's episode, we discuss the fallout from George Kambosos Jr's shocking upset of Teofimo Lopez and ask where did it all go wrong for Team Lopez? What makes sense next for both men in terms of matchups and who we would like to see them fight as we approach 2022.Leith breaks down a rather odd but eventful debut for the 'Triad of Combat' promotion and whether or not the UFC or Bellator genuinely have anything to fear moving forward?We discuss our excitement for Khan v Brook in February and why we both...
2021-12-0239 minThe Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 22: The madness of MSG, Canelo is quite good at boxing...and Sammy's back!!!The dynamic duo is back talking fights in your earholes!!!Sammy's back from his holiday, meaning Leith never has to do one of those lonesome MMA pods again. EVER. Even if there was a fire!In this week's pod we discuss all things MSG and all the madness that went with it...along with Canelo being fairly nifty when it comes to all things sweet science.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leith-monro1/message
2021-11-121h 02The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastOne man and his pod (A double whammy of podcast goodness)A few weeks ago we set the world to rights with our comprehensive take on Fury v Wilder 3 and all the other goings-on within the world of Boxing & MMA...truthfully, we had a bloody nightmare getting it out there so instead we planned on combining both episode 20 & 21 together...then Sammy dropped the bombshell that he was sodding off on holiday...once a sh*tebag, always a sh*tebag!!!! So episode 21 is me on my own...lonelier than Gary Lineker in one of his tweets "with all his mates"...I apologise profusely for the poor pronunciations that would e...
2021-11-051h 24The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 19: AJ disappoints, Usyk dazzles, and Volk is actually "THE GREAT" now!WE ARE BACK IN YOUR EARHOLES TALKING ALL THINGS PUNCH-FACE, KICKING, AND CHOKING!In this week's episode, we discuss the fallout from AJ v Usyk, and asked where it went wrong for one camp, and where it went right for the other...? We analyse what's next for both men, along with asking if running it right away is the correct option?In UFC news, we look back at a PHENOMENAL card at UFC 266, including: -It's time to put some serious respect on Alexander 'The Great' Volkanovski's name once and for all....
2021-10-0157 min
The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 18: Technical issues, & a Joe Joyce tirade...we are back!!!!Your favourite combat sports podcast is back tomorrow!!!!We took a little summer break in order for Sammy to get over ‘football not coming home’...In this week’s episode, we talk all things Bellator, and has AJ McKee arrived as the new top dog at featherweight across all MMA promotions?We highlight the massive influx of talent under Coach Khabib’s roster and what this means for Bellator’s continued growth. Unfortunately, we look back at a lackluster UFC fight night card and how Cheyanne Buys’ fight night bonus highlights a real issue of fig...
2021-08-051h 00The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 17: It's Coming Home...the Wrapped Knuckles Podcast is coming home....After a break and a few weeks for Leith to recover from Scotland's Euro 2020 journey, the Wrapped Knuckles Podcast is back!!! In this week's episode, we catch up on the last few week's Boxing & MMA fights and news, including...-The final minute of Nate Diaz v Leon Edwards-All the other results at UFC 263-Last weekend's UFC card of Gagne v Volkov-Tank Davis' excellent win over previously undefeated Marios Barrios-The return of P4P king Vasiliy Lomachenko, and is the Teofimo Lopez rematch in his f...
2021-07-0257 minThe Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 16: The Charlie Olives era begins...In this week's episode, we discuss another phenomenal UFC PPV and a brand new champion in Charles Oliveira. We also look at what's next for Tony Ferguson and is he truly done as a top-tier lightweight and in boxing the Fury v AJ drama...Thankfully, no Jake Paul news this week!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leith-monro1/message
2021-05-2057 minThe Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 15: In a Canelo accent..."Get The F--- Out Of Here; You’re A Horrible Fighter!"In this week's episode we review Canelo vs BJS and ask what is next in the glowing legacy in Canelo's career. We take a look back at some fantastic fights in the PFL, Bellator, and UFC cards over the weekend, as well as a deep dive into UFC 262.I'd also like to apologise for yet again discussing the Paul brothers and their antics...it will be the last time (honest)Don't forget we are also giving away a beagle puppy this week...so please DM your details and I'll get him shipped up!
2021-05-1452 minThe Wrapped Knuckles PodcastSomething, something darkness...WE ARE BACK!!!UFC 261 was pretty boring, eh?This week we take a massive deep dive into all things UFC 261...and the sheer craziness of the night. We also spend time discussing Sammy's favourite "fighter" Jake 'The Problem Child' Paul and we also look forward to this week's fantastic Matchroom card!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leith-monro1/message
2021-04-291h 00The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEPISODE 13: Easter EGGtravaganza (cheap joke, I know)This week we discuss all things UFC 260 related, as well as...-The Jon Jones elephant in the room-T-Wood’s future-All aboard the Suga Show 2.0?-In boxing, what’s next for Dillian Whyte?-Bellator’s impressive debut on Showtime & BBC iplayer-We preview UFC on ABC 2 and the new main event & in boxing, Conor Benn’s step-up in competition versus Samuel Vargas-Finally, we discuss all the latest news in both sports, including some fight announcements...before everyone’s favourite segment...Triller/ Paul v Askren newsIt was an eggcell...
2021-04-061h 13The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode: Leith, Leith, Leith...Kevin Holland got NORMALISED...Episode 12 is here! This week we discuss an eventful two weeks, including the following...-Has ‘The Wrapped Knuckles FOTY’, Kevin Holland’s hype train derailed?-Is it time to put even MORE respect on Derek Brunson’s name?-A Tierney ‘Paddy the Baddy’ lovefest..-A breakdown of UFC 260-We discuss all the goings-on in boxing, including the build-up to Whyte v Povetkin-ALL the recent BIG fight announcements in both MMA & Boxing-Also, a quick ‘Triller’ segment, haha-And finally...the word “normalised” will be dotted around the episode, haha--- Send in a voic...
2021-03-261h 11The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 11: And the academy award goes too...This week we discuss everything UFC 259... Izzy got a taste of "Polish Power" and was unable to achieve 'Champ Champ' status It's about time we put some respect on Mr. Blachowicz's name The hardest mother in the world, Amanda Nunes destroys another contender...what's left now? The Aljo v Yan debacle and everything that happened after the DQ The new Dagestan heir to Khabib's throne Not to mention some of the other key highlights from last week's card!We hope you enjoy it! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leith-monro1/message
2021-03-1156 minThe Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 10: UFC 259 BUMPER EDITION EPISODE10 episodes down...and very little arguing...who would’ve believed it?!In this week’s episode, we discuss the following...-The underwhelming Gane v Rozenstruik fight night card-Canelo’s glorified sparring session with Yildrim-The gift that is UFC 259 and the goodness it should (hopefully) produce?!-Due to last week’s technical issues (fackin’ Tierney again) we briefly discuss Josh Kelly’s defeat, Derek Lewis’ brutal KO (not to mention a diet-coke version of Tierney’s rant on Curtis Blaydes...needless to say it was a full-on character assassination la...
2021-03-051h 24The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastMMA becomes mainstream...first the BBC, Showtime and then Miley bloody Cyrus pipes up!!!AND WE ARE BACK...Our technical issues last week were similar to Kamaru Usman's current run for everyone weighing in at 170lbs...A PROBLEM!I blame Sam Tierney. Anyway, we are back and on this week's episode, we talk all things UFC 258 and the potential of a rematch for the Champ, Usman v Street Jesus, Jorge Masvidal. We look at a great week for the sport of MMA in general, including the announcement of Bellator moving to Showtime in the US and BBC Iplayer in the UK...not to mention Miley Cyrus clapping ba...
2021-02-181h 29The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 7: No pressure, no diamonds.Did anything major happen last weekend?The guys unpack and get their heads around THAT main event at UFC 257, and what's next for Dustin Poirier now? Is Conor McGregor done as a high-level lightweight contender now? Where does this leave Michael Chandler after his emphatic win?They also take a look at some of the recent fight announcements including big news in the UFC's middleweight division and they try to gain some clarity on Ben Askren accepting a boxing exhibition bout versus Jake Paul?!--- Send in a voice message: https...
2021-01-271h 12The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 5: They think i'm toast but i'm the breadIn a special Friday edition of the podcast, the guys discuss all things UFC 257 related, with a particular focus on the co-main and main event this weekend.They also take a look at Wednesday's fight card, and what's next for Michael Chiesa after his dominant performance against Neil Magny.As you can probably tell listening to this episode, both of them are just a tad bit excited about this weekend!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leith-monro1/message
2021-01-221h 06The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 4: So you're telling me there's a chance?The guys are back after a short break! In this week's episode, they recap UFC's triumphant debut on ABC, and specifically focus on Max Holloway's one-sided beatdown of a very tough, Calvin Kattar, as well as the announcement that never was by Dana White concerning, Khabib Nurmagomedov! They look forward to Wednesday's card headlined by Michael Chiesa taking on Neil Magny, as well as getting excited about Conor McGregor's return this Saturday at UFC 257...There is also a "handbags" moment as the two chaps get slightly heated about their opinions on Welterweight vs the Lightweight d...
2021-01-1956 minThe Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 3: Mystic Monro & Psychic Sammy predict deez tings...Leith & Sam return after the Christmas break to go all Mystic Mac and "predict deez tings" for the year ahead in 2021 from a boxing & mma perspective. Some of these predictions are complete wallopers by the way!!!! They also recap Garcia & Campbell, along with with identifying their top prospects to watch for in the world of combat sports, before discussing their wish list for fights that MUST happen in 2021.We'd love to hear from our listeners regarding their top prospects, fights or predictions for the year ahead, or any questions you may have for us to discuss on...
2021-01-071h 07The Wrapped Knuckles PodcastEpisode 2: Canelo v Smith, UFC FN 183 & The Wrapped Knuckle Awards 2020!The guys discuss the aftermath of Canelo v Smith and what's next for both fighters. They also look back at UFC fight night 183 along with some of the latest news stories in the world of Boxing and MMA, before announcing their winners of the inaugural Wrapped Knuckles awards 2020.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leith-monro1/message
2020-12-2853 min
Catching Up With RohitCatching Up With Rohit & Leith MonroIntroducing my next guest and first recruiter on the chat show... he's bearded, has a shaved head, Scottish... it's Scotland's very own Jesus Leith from SW6 Associates.
Not only is he fashionable, but he's also great at recruitment tag lines... name a better tag line for a recruitment agency than 'we get people jobs' 🤷♂️
And Conor McGregor if your listening... Leith's offer is still there...
Thanks for joining me Leith, we both revealed things we shouldn't of 😅
2020-12-0945 min