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Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastLost His Eye...Became UFC Champion | Michael Bisping DocumentaryStart your free trial of Odoo’s all-in-one business solution and see how it can make your life easier! Check it out at: https://www.odoo.com/r/49s ✅ GSP Documentary: https://youtu.be/CvFIH0T5VJQ ✅ Anderson Silva Documentary: https://youtu.be/-uSCsGFLe3g ✅ Mighty Mouse Documentary: https://youtu.be/_c53Fer1WVo 👉 Become a Member: https://bit.ly/LionelRivera 👉 Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/lionelrivera 👉 Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lionelrivera#UFC #UFCdocumentary #MichaelBispingMichael “The Count” Bisping stands as one of the most resilient, determ...
2026-01-231h 11
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastUFC's Last Samurai: Jiri ProchazkaStart your free trial of Odoo’s all-in-one business solution and see how it can make your life easier! Check it out at: https://www.odoo.com/r/N5A🎬 Videos you'll like: ✅ Alex Pereira Documentary: https://youtu.be/dW92qYrR9Vw ✅ Alex Pereira Part 2 Doc: https://youtu.be/gOqRnA2M_r4 ✅ Mighy Mouse Doc: https://youtu.be/_c53Fer1WVo👉 Become a Member: https://bit.ly/LionelRivera👉 Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/lionelrivera👉 Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lionelrivera🛍️ Shop UFC Gear: https://amzn.to...
2025-12-051h 08
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy UFC’s 1st Wrestler Ragdolled Everyone: Dan SevernUse Code LIONEL for $10 off Your First Order for Stack Multivitamins: https://www.phi.health/lionel🎬 Videos you'll like: ✅ Don Frye Documentary: https://youtu.be/PYriU5WtqMY ✅ Bas Rutten Documentary: https://youtu.be/F9DYeFsLG04 ✅ Royce Gracie Documentary: https://youtu.be/xSleiUQXfpo 👉 Become a Member: https://bit.ly/LionelRivera 👉 Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/lionelrivera 👉 Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lionelrivera#UFC #UFCdocumentary #DanSevernDan “The Beast” Severn is one of the true pioneers of mixed martial arts, bridging the gap between amateur wrestling dom...
2025-11-0843 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastUFC's Misunderstood Gangster: Nick Diaz🎬 Videos you'll like: ✅ GSP Documentary: https://youtu.be/CvFIH0T5VJQ ✅ Anderson Silva Documentary: https://youtu.be/-uSCsGFLe3g ✅ Sean Strickland Documentary: https://youtu.be/WQEtjfD5iXg 👉 Become a Member: https://bit.ly/LionelRivera 👉 Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/lionelrivera 👉 Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lionelrivera#UFC #UFCdocumentary #NickDiazNick Diaz is one of the most polarizing, beloved, and uncompromising figures in MMA history—equal parts cult icon and warrior. Known for his unfiltered personality, iron chin, relentless pace, and elite jiu-jitsu, Diaz’s career was defined not...
2025-11-011h 20
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy UFC’s Jacked Legend Broke Himself | The Smashing Machine🎬 Videos you'll like: ✅ Don Frye Documentary: https://youtu.be/PYriU5WtqMY ✅ Bas Rutten Documentary: https://youtu.be/F9DYeFsLG04 ✅ Royce Gracie Documentary: https://youtu.be/xSleiUQXfpo 👉 Become a Member: https://bit.ly/LionelRivera 👉 Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/lionelrivera 👉 Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lionelrivera#UFC #UFCdocumentary #MarkKerrMark Kerr—“The Smashing Machine”—was a force of nature: an NCAA champ turned MMA juggernaut. With raw power and elite wrestling, he dominated early tournaments, winning back-to-back UFC heavyweight titles and later conquering PRIDE. But behind the victories lur...
2025-09-0650 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Khabib Mauled the UFCTry Rocket Money for free: https://rocketmoney.com/lionel Khabib Nurmagomedov’s journey from the mountains of Dagestan to UFC immortality is a story of discipline, dominance, and an unbreakable will. Raised under the guidance of his father, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, Khabib’s foundation in wrestling and sambo led him to become one of the most dominant and respected fighters in the history of mixed martial arts. His perfect 29-0 record stands as a testament to his skill, dedication, and the values instilled by his family.Khabib made his UFC debut in 2012, immediately show...
2025-08-091h 21
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastUFC’s Criminally Overlooked GOAT: Demetrious JohnsonIf you’re ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can start your claim in just a click without having to leave your couch. To start your claim, visit: https://forthepeople.com/lionel#DemetriousJohnson #MightyMouse #UFCWidely regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time, Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson redefined the flyweight division and left a lasting legacy of technical excellence, consistency, and humility. His journey from regional circuits to becoming the most dominant UFC flyweight champion in history is a testament to his adaptability, intelligence, and el...
2025-07-121h 14
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastUFC’s 1st Champ: A Skinny Guy in PajamasIf you’re ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can start your claim in just a click without having to leave your couch. To start your claim, visit: https://forthepeople.com/lionel------ #RoyceGracie #UFCdocumentary #UFC🎬 Videos you'll like: ✅ UFC’s Wildest Icon– Bas Rutten: https://youtu.be/F9DYeFsLG04 ✅ Manliest UFC Fighter Ever - Don Frye: https://youtu.be/PYriU5WtqMY ✅ Why GSP is better than everyone: https://youtu.be/CvFIH0T5VJQ 👉 Become a Member: https://bit.ly/LionelRivera 👉 Become a Patron: https://p...
2025-06-0144 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Bas Rutten Pioneered Ass-KickingIf you’re ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can start your claim in just a click without having to leave your couch. To start your claim, visit: https://forthepeople.com/lionel------ #Basrutten #donfrye #UFC🎬 Videos you'll like: ✅ Manliest UFC Fighter Ever: Don Frye: https://youtu.be/PYriU5WtqMY ✅ Anderson Silva Documentary: https://youtu.be/-uSCsGFLe3g ✅ Why GSP is better than everyone: https://youtu.be/CvFIH0T5VJQ 👉 Become a Member: https://bit.ly/LionelRivera 👉 Become a Patron: https...
2025-05-0536 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Islam Makhachev is the best fighter alive------ #IslamMakhachev #khabib #Charlesoliveira 🎬 Videos you'll like: ✅ Why Khamzat Smashes Everyone: https://youtu.be/R82bIHZMF2A ✅ The People's Champion - Dustin Poirier: https://youtu.be/C2vP5_VvXIA ✅ Why Daniel Cormier is Greater than Jon Jones: https://youtu.be/_sf_n3gjUyc 👉 Become a Member: https://bit.ly/LionelRivera 👉 Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/lionelrivera 👉 Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lionelriveraIslam Makhachev’s journey to the pinnacle of MMA is a story of resilience, discipline, and unyielding dedication. Born and raised in the small village of...
2025-04-0751 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Alex Pereira Speedran the UFC (again)Get 20% off your Lumen at https://www.lumen.me/LIONEL and start taking charge of your health today!------ #AlexPereira #jiriprochazka #Khalilrountree🎬 Videos you'll like: ✅ Why Alex Pereira Speedran UFC Part 1: https://youtu.be/dW92qYrR9Vw ✅ Why Khamzat Smashes Everyone: https://youtu.be/R82bIHZMF2A ✅ Why Sean Strickland Derailed UFC: https://youtu.be/WQEtjfD5iXg 👉 Become a Member: https://bit.ly/LionelRivera 👉 Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/lionelrivera 👉 Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lionelriveraAlex Pereira’s journey to UFC greatness began with hi...
2025-03-0131 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastMost Dangerous UFC Fighter Ever: Charles OliveiraGo to https://buyraycon.com/lionel to get up to 20% off sitewide! Brought to you by Raycon.
Charles “Do Bronx” Oliveira’s journey to the top of the UFC lightweight division is the stuff of legends. From the favelas of Brazil to holding UFC gold, Oliveira’s story is one of perseverance, evolution, and redemption. In this documentary, Lionel Rivera explores the highs and lows of a career that has captivated MMA fans worldwide.Oliveira’s record-breaking submission wins and his evolution from a slick grappler to a dangerous all-around fighter have solidified his place in U...
2025-02-061h 01
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Khamzat Chimaev Smashes EveryonePlay War Thunder now with my links, and get a massive, free bonus pack including vehicles, boosters and more on PC and consoles: https://playwt.link/lionelrivera| Mobile: https://wtm.game/lionelrivera
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✅ Why Daniel Cormier is Greater than Jon Jones: https://youtu.be/_sf_n3gjUyc
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✅ Why Sean Strickland Derailed UFC: https://youtu.be/WQEtjfD5iXg
Khamzat Chimaev is one of the most dominant fighters in UFC history. This UFC documentary explores the rise of Kha...
2025-01-2554 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Jon Jones became GOAT (& threw it all away)Get 20% OFF + Free International Shipping @Manscaped with promo code LRMMA at Manscaped.com/lrmma! #manscapedpartner
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✅ Why Max Holloway is the Baddest Man Alive: https://youtu.be/bNzEFd7zexM
✅ Why Sean Strickland Derailed UFC: https://youtu.be/WQEtjfD5iXg
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Jon Jones is one of the most notor...
2024-12-062h 18
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Sean O'Malley Outstrikes EveryoneSugar Sean O’Malley is one of the hottest prospects in UFC history. As a phenomenal striker and kickboxer in the bantamweight division, Sean O’Malley has gathered sensational knockouts and UFC performances over Terrion Ware, Andre Soukhamthath at UFC 222, Jose Quinonez and UFC 248, Eddie Wineland at UFC 250, Thomas Almeida UFC 260, Kris Moutinho at UFC 264, Raulian Paiva at UFC 269, and Petr Yan at UFC 280.
Sean O’Malley may not get the respect he deserves due to his close encounter with former UFC bantamweight champion Petr Yan, and his no-contest against Pedro Munhoz. But now with Aljamain Sterling defeating Henry Cejudo, Sean O...
2024-11-1421 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastManliest Fighter Ever: Don Frye#Donfrye #seanstrickland #UFC
Don Frye is a legendary MMA pioneer, well-known for his exciting fights beginning at UFC 8. Under the tutelage of Dan Severn, Don Frye enrolled in UFC 8 in 1996, knocking out Thomas Ramirez, finishing Sam Adkins, and submitting Gary Goodridge to win the UFC 8 tournament. Don Frye then returned at UFC 9 to TKO Amaury Bitetti and UFC 10 where he TKO'd Mark Hall, and finished Brian Johnston, but unfortunately lost to Mark Coleman in the finals to lose the UFC 10 tournament. After submitting Mark Hall in UFC Japan, Don Frye returned at UFC Ultimate Ultimate 96 to finish...
2024-11-1431 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Daniel Cormier is Greater than Jon JonesDaniel Cormier is one of the greatest UFC fighters of all time, becoming the second-ever simultaneous 2-weight UFC champion as he was the UFC lightheavyweight champion and UFC heavyweight champion. Daniel Cormier has lived a storied life, developing into a dominant freestyle wrestler, winning many gold and silver medals in renowned wrestling competitions and becoming an Olympian in 2008 and 2004. However, Daniel Cormier has suffered terrible tragedies in his life, losing his daughter in a car accident in 2003, motivating him to build himself and his family as much as he could for her. Daniel Cormier transitioned from wrestling to mixed...
2024-11-111h 16
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Sean Strickland Derailed UFCSean Strickland is one of the most controversial champions the UFC has ever had. Sean Strickland is of course most famous not only for his outspoken and unhinged personality but also because of his shockingly dominant performance at UFC 293 to defeat Israel Adesanya via unanimous decision to become the UFC middleweight champion on September 10th, 2023. Prior to this, Sean Strickland had an extensive MMA career, becoming the King of the Cage Middleweight Champion and defending his KOTC title 4 times before joining the UFC. After Sean Strickland's lackluster welterweight run in the UFC, including a loss to both Kamaru Usman...
2024-09-091h 01
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastGreatest Interim Champion: Dustin PoirierDustin "The Diamond" Poirier was one of the most respected mixed martial artists to ever compete in the UFC. His UFC record contains names of some of the most legendary lightweights and featherweights to ever compete in the sport including Max Holloway, Conor McGregor, the Korean Zombie, Eddie Alvarez, Anthony Pettis, Justin Gaethje, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Charles Oliveira, Michael Chandler, and Islam Makhachev. Dustin Poirier's crowning achievements are his decision win over Max Holloway at UFC 236 to become the interim lightweight champion, his two knockout victories over Conor McGregor at UFC 264 and UFC 257. Dustin Poirier attempted to claim the UFC...
2024-08-101h 33
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Max Holloway is the Baddest man on EarthVisit https://DrinkLMNT.com/lionelrivera for a FREE sample pack with any LMNT drink mix purchase! You'll love it!
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✅ Why Ilia Topuria Destroys Everyone: https://youtu.be/g-
✅ Why Fighting Broke Anderson Silva: https://youtu.be/-uSCsGFLe3g
✅ Why Dricus is the Last African Champion: https://youtu.be/nORh_u8eBkk
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2024-07-061h 30
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Dricus Du Plessis Bulldozed the UFCDu Plessis became UFC middleweight champion after defeating Sean Strickland at UFC 297 via unanimous decision, becoming the first South African Champion of the UFC. Dricus Du Plessis has had a storied professional MMA career, making a name for himself in Extreme Fighting Championship. Dricus debuted at EFC 21, building a strong resume of impressive submissions, especially the rear naked choke, and after Dricus Du Plessis lost to Garreth McLellan in an EFC middleweight title fight, Dricus Du Plessis went on an impressive winning streak to beat Martin Van Staden at EFC 50 for the EFC welterweight championship and on top of...
2024-06-0856 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Everyone Feared Anderson Silva🎬 Videos you'll like:
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✅ How Joe Rogan Made Us All UFC Fans: https://youtu.be/fqhO_ThIghQ
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Anderson Silva is the UFC’s most dominant middleweight champion, holding the record for the longest title reign in UFC history at 2,457 days. Anderson Silva was a mystifying knockout artist who after making a name for himself d...
2024-05-181h 02
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Ilia Topuria Dominates UFCIlia Topuria is the Georgian and Spanish UFC Fighter Who Became UFC Featherweight Champion by knocking out Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 298. Ilia Topuria, nicknamed “El Matador,” is primed to become one of the biggest stars in UFC history, skin to Conor McGregor and Israel Adesanya. Topuria’s exciting fighting style and mixed martial arts career began in 2015 and over the next 8 MMA fights, he gathered 7 submissions and 1 knockout in professional MMA before earning his UFC debut in 2020. At UFC Fight Night: Moraes vs Sandhagen, Ilia Topuria defeated Youssef Zalal via unanimous decision. 2 months later, Ilia Topuria defeated Damon Jackson via kno...
2024-04-0649 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Georges St-Pierre is better than everyoneGeorges St-Pierre is the GOAT of MMA and the UFC, even when compared to other greats like Jon Jones, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Anderson Silva, Demetrious Johnson and other Greats in MMA. GSP's story from losing to Matt Hughes and Matt Serra, to avenging both his losses and becoming the dominant champion of welterweight is inspiring to UFC fighters of the modern era. And even if we consider Georges St-Pierre's greatest criticisms, those being his boring wrestling, lack of finishes, and never moving up in weight, those critiques were all put to bed when GSP submitted Michael Bisping and became a...
2024-03-231h 19
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastHow Alex Pereira Speedran UFCAlex Pereira AKA Poatan is one of the most terrifying strikers to enter the UFC and in just 2 years in the UFC, he became the UFC Middleweight Champion by knocking out his rival, Israel Adesanya, and then became the UFC light heavyweight champion by finishing Jiri Prochazka. Alex Pereira used his previous experience as a 2-division, Glory kickboxing world champion to defeat 4 UFC champions, including Israel Adesanya, Sean Strickland, Jan Blachowicz, and Jiri Prochazka. By UFC Champion standards, Alex Pereira is an anomaly, becoming the ninth 2-division champion in UFC history alongside Conor McGregor, Daniel Cormier, Jon Jones, Georges...
2024-03-0243 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastFull Story of Bruce Buffer: Legendary UFC AnnouncerBruce Buffer is the iconic announcer for the UFC who seems to have been born for his role as the fan-favorite voice of the octagon. However, while it may feel like Bruce Buffer was always with the UFC, this isn’t the case. In fact, the first UFC announcer was Rich Goins. But the stor of how Bruce Buffer got involved with the UFC is extremely interesting and perhaps shocking, particularly when you consider that it all began by Bruce Buffer becoming reunited with his long lost half brother and iconic Boxing announcer Michael Buffer. UFC 8 was Bruce Buffer’s Fi...
2024-02-0511 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastMost HATED UFC Referee | The Controversial Legacy of Mario Yamasaki and His 9 Worst UFC MomentsMario Yamasaki is one of the most hated UFC referees because over a 13-year span as a UFC referee, he made several horrible mistakes, including not noticing Frank Trigg's clear groin strike over Matt Hughes at UFC 52, pausing the fight between victor valimaki and alessio sakara, Giving Erick Silva a disqualification loss in the UFC over allegedly illegal punches to the back of the head to Carlo Prater, Letting Glover Teixeira dominate and punish Fabio Maldonado for 2 rounds straight, awkwardly stepping in between Cody Garbrandt and Augusto Mendes, not noticing Alex Oliveira's tap to Donald Cowboy Cerrone, letting Derrick...
2024-01-0116 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastUFC's Ruthless Kingpin: Dana WhiteDana White is the controversial president of the UFC, the largest mixed martial arts promotion in the world. While Dana White has often been hailed as the savvy businessman who made the UFC what it is today, he is not without his critics. Dana White has been described as a ruthless leader who underpays UFC fighters, strongarms UFC athletes into poor negotiations, and has far too many brash public speeches. Is he the caricature of a villain hungry for power in the world’s most exciting sport or is he a misunderstood visionary whose passion carries the UFC to gr...
2023-12-0145 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Chael Sonnen is Undefeated & UndisputedThis is a Documentary about Chael Sonnen, one of the greatest middleweight and light heavyweight MMA fighters to never become UFC Champion. Chael Sonnen is well known as the Godfather of UFC Trash Talk. His amazing ability to convince UFC fans and Dana White of his skills allowed him to contest multiple world championships including Anderson Silva's UFC Middleweight championship and Jon Jones' Light Heavyweight championship. Chael fought some of the greatest and most legendary fighters ever including the aforementioned, Michael Bisping, Shogun Rua, Demian Maia, Rashad Evans, Wanderlei Silva, and Tito Ortiz.
This is the story of the...
2023-11-1828 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastHow Joe Rogan Made Us UFC FansJoe Rogan is one of the most influential men in popular culture as a well-known comedian, beloved commentator, and famous podcaster of the Joe Rogan Experience. As a martial arts enthusiast, Joe was fascinated with martial arts and became involved with the UFC, becoming a backstage interviewer. His love for the UFC grew as he became a commentator, friend to Dana white, and interviewed some of the UFC’s greatest champions and stars, including Georges St-Pierre, Kamaru Usman, Jon Jones, Dana White Himself, Demetrious Johnson, Henry Cejudo, Alexander Volkanovski, Israel Adesanya, and Francis Ngannou. Joe Rogan has long advocated fo...
2023-11-0436 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhy Alexander Volkanovski is better than everyoneAlexander Volkanovski has quickly risen as one of the best UFC Champions in not only the current UFC roster, but one of the best UFC champions of all time. He has dominated the featherweight division of the UFC and has only seemed to get better with time. He has fought and defeated massive UFC names like Max Holloway, the Korean Zombie, Jose Aldo, Chad Mendes, Brian Ortega, Yair Rodrigues, and many more fighters. He is in the conversation, at least in terms of mixed martial arts skills when you compare him to names like Jon Jones, Anderson Silva, Khabib...
2023-10-0242 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastPaddy Pimblett’s Controversial Rise to British UFC SuperstarFew MMA fighters in the UFC have reached the level of stardom as Paddy the Baddy Pimblett. The British - scouse UFC fighter came from Cage Warriors and entered the UFC with a lot of MMA fans behind him. During his time as a popular UFC lightweight, Paddy Pimblett has had 4 UFC fights, finishing his first 3 opponents in Luigi Venframini, Kazula Vargas, and Jordan Leavitt. But his hype and popularity came under fire after his controversial victory over Jared Gordon had many MMA fans turn away from his lack of humility. Now Paddy the Baddy Pimblett has been injured...
2023-09-1822 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastJon Jones vs Stipe Miocic Will Not Be Close…Jon Jones will soon defend his Heavyweight Championship against arguable UFC heavyweight GOAT and former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic.
But this UFC super fight will not be close….
Jon Jones most recently made his UFC heavyweight debut in a breakout performance against Ciryl Gane at UFC 285, where Jon Jones scored a first-round submission Victory against the former UFC interim heavyweight champion.
Stipe’s most recent UFC performance was his knockout loss to former UFC champion Francis Ngannou at UFC 260.
These recent performances alone are not the only factors, as when we consider Jon Jones’ resume, fighting style, fight IQ, dy...
2023-09-0413 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastFrancis Ngannou vs Tyson Fury is Not Competitive AT ALLFrancis Ngannou vs Tyson Fury is set as a boxing match between the former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou and Current Boxing Champion Tyson Fury. Francis Ngannou had been criticized for leaving the UFC as the sitting heavyweight champion and Tyson Fury is the WBC heavyweight champion since 2020, but has also held the unified WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, and IBO titles. Given that this is a boxing match between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury on October 28, 2023, this doesn’t feel particularly competitive given how MMA is a vastly different sport to Boxing. Francis Ngannou was able to secure a la...
2023-08-0309 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastIsrael Adesanya vs Dricus Du Plessis is NOT going to be close…Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plesiss will be fighting soon as Israel Adesanya Defends his UFC middleweight title. Dricus Du Plessis is coming off a very impressive knockout victory over Former UFC Middleweight champion Robert Whittaker at UFC 290. And Israel Adesanya is coming off his middleweight title fight against Alex Pereira where he knocked out his rival to recapture his UFC middleweight title. Dricus Du Plessis is looking to defeat Israel Adesanya and become a South African Born UFC Champion who brings the title back to Africa. Dricus Du Plessis brings very powerful strikes, relentless pacing, and underrated submissions...
2023-07-3112 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastCory Sandhagen vs Umar Nurmagomedov is Higher Level Than You Realize | Sandhagen vs Umar BreakdownElite UFC Bantamweight Cory Sandhagen faces surging UFC bantamweight contender Umar Nurmagomedov on August 5th, 2023 for a UFC Fight Night. This is a much higher level fight than most fans know because Umar Nurmagomedov’s skillset in both the grappling and in the striking is very reminiscent of Islam Makhachev more so than it is reminiscent of his cousin Khabib Nurmagomedov. Cory Sandhagen on the other hand has proven himself a dangerous member of the top bantamweights but beating names like Marlon Chito Vera and Song Yadong. This is a very tough fight to predict a winner, but Cory Sandhagen ha...
2023-07-2011 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastCan Aljamain Sterling Beat Sean O’Malley at UFC 292? | Full Breakdown of Sterling vs Sean O'MalleyCurrent UFC Bantamweight Champion Alajamain “Funkmaster” Sterling will fight UFC megastar Sugar Sean O’Malley At UFC 292 on August 19th, 2023. This is a highly anticipated UFC bout to determine the trajectory of the UFC bantamweight division, which will be left in turmoil if Aljamain Sterling decides to retire after his fourth title defense to Sean O’Malley. Aljamain most revently defeated Henry Cejudo to retain his UFC bantamweight title and Sean O’Malley most recently won a controversial split decision over former Bantamweight Champion, Petr Yan to earn his title shot. This will be a very interesting matchup as Aljamain S...
2023-07-1710 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastDustin Poirier vs Justin Gaethje 2 will be the Fight of the Year | UFC 291’s BMF ChampionDustin Poirier vs Justin Gaethje are fighting at UFC 291 for their rematch years in the making. The two elite UFC lightweights have had quite the careers and are at a crossroads for the second time after both Justin Gaethje and Dustin Poirier became UFC interim lightweight world champions. Both men also fought Khabib Nurmagomedov and lost via submission. Now, after both have picked up stellar victories over names like Conor McGregor, Michael Chandler, and Rafael Fiziev, Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje fight at UFC 291 for the vacant BMF title, which was famously held by Jorge Masvidal after defeating Nate...
2023-07-1112 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastWhich UFC Fighter is the BEST Backup for a Street Fight?Some of the best UFC fighters on the planet have gotten into streetfights at some point or another, but which professional MMA fighter on the UFC rankings or in all of UFC history would be the best backup for a bar fight or a streetfight? If I had to pick the best UFC fighters for a street fight, I would have a few fighters on my list. Former UFC interim lightweight champions Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje would be amazing options as backup in a bar fight, as would the UFC heavyweight champion jon jones.Some other good options...
2023-07-0412 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastThese 5 UFC Rules NEED to Change (ASAP)The UFC rules are not perfect and need to be fixed in various ways. The unified rules of MMA that the UFC has adopted have led to silly rules like the 12 to 6 elbow and the grounded knee to be banned. Meaning that fighters like Jon Jones would get a disqualification loss for hitting Matt Hamill with 12 to 6 elbows. As well as Petr Yan getting a disqualification loss for hitting Aljamain Sterling with Knees to a grounded opponent. Both of these techniques should be completely legal in the UFC rules.
Other corrections to the MMA rulebook would be to start...
2023-06-2626 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastCan Charles Oliveira Beat Islam Makhachev?Charles Oliveira recently defeated Beneil Dariush at UFC 289 via first-round TKO stoppage in an impressive UFC lightweight title eliminator. That means Charles Oliveira will face Islam Makhachev in Islma’s second UFC lightweight title defense.
Islam is of course coming off his lightweight title defense against UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski, which many thought Islam lost.
These 2 performances by the UFC’s most elite lightweights give us more to consider as the Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev rematch lies ahead.
Islam Makhachev could of course employ his dominant wrestling to once again, control Char...
2023-06-2019 min
Lionel Rivera's MMA PodcastCan Sergei Pavlovich Beat Jon Jones?Stipe Miocic and Jon Jones may not be fighting later this year, which is tragic for UFC fans and MMA hardcores, but this allows terrifying heavyweight and rising knockout artist Sergei Pavlovich to step into the fold and perhaps challenge Jon Jones for his UFC heavyweight championship.
In this episode of the MMA Pod, I explore the exciting UFC matchup between Jon Bones Jones and Sergei Pavlovich, identifying their strengths and weaknesses as mixed martial artists.
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