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On Episode 202 of Morning Kombat Luke and Brian recap Vitor Belfort's win over Evander Holyfield and discuss Triller's impact on boxing. Plus, they breakdown Anderson Silva's W over Tito Ortiz and Oscar Valdez' close victory over Robson Conceicao. Also, they preview the weekend.Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @lthomasnews, @MorningKombat  For Morning Kombat gear visit: store.sho.com Follow our hosts on Instagram: @BrianCampbell, @lukethomasnews, @MorningKombat To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 Sep 20211h 47min

On Episode 201 of Morning Kombat Luke and Brian preview Evander Holyfield vs. Vitor Belfort and discuss all the weird things surrounding this card. They Also preview Anderson Silva vs. Tito Ortiz and break down Anderson's comments about a potential Georges St-Pierre fight... They guys dissect some of Brian Ortega's comments in his interview with BC. Tyson Fury came out with a potential timeline and opponent for his next five fights. Finally they close out the topics with some quick hitters (Alex Pereira, Kyoji Horiguchi, Gable Steveson, Oscar Valdez, Daniel Cormier).Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @lthomasnews, @MorningKombat  For Morning Kombat gear visit: store.sho.com Follow our hosts on Instagram: @BrianCampbell, @lukethomasnews, @MorningKombat To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Sep 20211h 49min

On today's podcast, we'll talk about Triller's event on Saturday featuring Evander Holyfield vs. Vitor Belfort as well as Anderson Silva vs. Tito Ortiz. We'll also talk about superfights that never were like Fedor Emelianenko vs. Brock Lesnar and Silva vs. Georges St-Pierre, mixed martial arts (MMA) media collaborations, Paddy Pimblett's upside, Dan Hardy vs. John Wayne Parr, how to interpret Darren Till's ACL injury.Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @lthomasnews, @MorningKombat  For Morning Kombat gear visit: store.sho.com Follow our hosts on Instagram: @BrianCampbell, @lukethomasnews, @MorningKombat To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Sep 202141min

Somehow the MK boys have made it to 200 Episodes! The boys bring you a special episode starting off with Jorge Masvidal's comments about a potential Nick Diaz fight and fights with Jake and Logan Paul. Is this the right path for Jorge? Next up the guys recap Dana White's contender series. Which prospects stood out the most? Next up the guys do some quick hitters. Travis Browne had some words for complaining fighters. Timothy Bradley said he hopes Oscar Valdez gets KO'd in the fight he is calling. The guys close out the show with fan submissions, a list of their top MK moments and a music video. You won't want to miss episode 200.Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @lthomasnews, @MorningKombat  For Morning Kombat gear visit: store.sho.com Follow our hosts on Instagram: @BrianCampbell, @lukethomasnews, @MorningKombat To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 Sep 20212h 5min

On episode 199 of Morning Kombat Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell recap Derek Brunson's win over Darren Till this past weekend. How has Derek evolved into a better fighter (13:00)? Should Darren Till consider a run at welterweight (26:40)? Paddy Pimblett made his UFC Debut on Saturday. What are the guys thoughts on his debut (40:00)? The boys close out the main topics by talking about Triller booking Evander Holyfield vs. Vitor Belfort. Should people be more upset about this matchup (67:00)? Finally the guys close out the show with DM's from donks. HYSTS and odds & endsMorning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @lthomasnews, @MorningKombat  For Morning Kombat gear visit: store.sho.com Follow our hosts on Instagram: @BrianCampbell, @lukethomasnews, @MorningKombat To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7 Sep 20211h 56min

On episode 198 of Morning Kombat Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell start off the show by previewing UFC Fight Night: Brunson vs. Till. Where does the winner of this fight stand in the title picture? What other fights should we be watching on the card (10:00)? Next up the guys run through some big fight announcements and rumors. Charles Oliveira and Dustin Poirier reportedly have verbally agreed to fight. Maycee Barber vs. Montana De La Rosa will be facing off (32:30). The guys also preview the DAZN boxing card featuring Katie Taylor. What should we be looking for here? Oscar Valdez tested positive for a banned substance and that can mean bad news for his future (44:50). Finally we close out the show with some quick hitters (74:00) and dead wrong.Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @lthomasnews, @MorningKombat  For Morning Kombat gear visit: store.sho.com Follow our hosts on Instagram: @BrianCampbell, @lukethomasnews, @MorningKombat To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3 Sep 20211h 41min

Today on the live chat, we'll discuss what Charles Oliveira vs. Dustin Poirier might look like, the aftermath of Luke's trip to Cleveland for the boxing event between Jake Paul and Tyron Woodley, the future of technique breakdown segments like Dissected or Technical Difficulties, Joe Rogan getting Covid, the UFC debut of Cage Warriors sensation Paddy Pimblett, the futures of Zabit Magomedsharipov and Khamzat Chimaev, the U.S.'s departure from Afghanistan and much more.Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @lthomasnews, @MorningKombat  For Morning Kombat gear visit: store.sho.com Follow our hosts on Instagram: @BrianCampbell, @lukethomasnews, @MorningKombat To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2 Sep 20211h 27min

Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell are back from Cleveland and ready to break down the latest in the combat sports world. The boys open up with a recap of UFC Fight Night: Barboza vs. Chikadze. What's next for Giga Chikadze? Should the guys be ready to give up on Kevin Lee? Next up the guys discuss the fallout of Jake Paul's win over Tyron Woodley. Has their view on a rematch changed? Do we believe Jake is really retired? There were some big Fight announcements for UFC 268. Where does this rank among 2021 PPVs? The boys recap Dana White's Contender Series and discuss some big news coming out of it. Finally they close out topics with Quick Hitters. Amanda Nunes vs. Juliana Pena was rescheduled, Junior Dos Santos wants to box and much more.Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @lthomasnews, @MorningKombat  For Morning Kombat gear visit: store.sho.com Follow our hosts on Instagram: @BrianCampbell, @lukethomasnews, @MorningKombat To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 Sep 20211h 44min