RJ Ringside: An MMA & Boxing Pod

Jones admits to hiding from testing, Lopez-Lomachenko gets fans

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 9 Oct 2020 23:01:53 +0000

Heidi Fang, Sam Gordon and Adam Hill discuss the Twitter feud between Israel Adesanya and Jon Jones, Jones tattling on himself, preview Marlon Moraes vs. Cory Sandhagen and Teofimo Lopez vs. Vasyl Lomachenko, and talk about fans being admitted to future combat sports events like Errol Spence, Jr. vs. Danny Garcia at AT&T Stadium in Dallas on Dec. 5.

Will McGregor vs. Poirier 2 Happen, Charlo wants Canelo next

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 2 Oct 2020 23:09:17 +0000

Heidi Fang, Adam Hill and Sam Gordon talk about possible future fights involving Conor McGregor, Manny Pacquiao, Dustin Poirier, Jon Jones and Israel Adesanya and the possibility that Jermall Charlo will fight Canelo Alvarez and what boxing event may have fans at it in October.

McGregor-Pacquiao boxing announcement, UFC 253 preview, Jordan Leavitt interview

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sat, 26 Sep 2020 02:40:25 +0000

RJ Ringside's Sam Gordon, Heidi Fang and Adam Hill preview UFC 253 taking place on Yas Island on Sep. 26, talk about Conor McGregor's return to face Manny Pacquiao in a boxing match and newly signed UFC prospect Jordan Leavitt joins the show.

RJ Ringside with Dana White and Colby Covington

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sat, 19 Sep 2020 00:38:18 +0000

RJ Ringside features exclusive one-on-one interviews with UFC welterweight Colby Covington ahead of his main event bout against Tyron Woodley at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas on Sept. 19 and UFC president Dana White.

Fury-Wilder to take place with fans at Allegiant Stadium, UFC preview

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 20:30:47 +0000

Heidi Fang, Adam Hill and Sam Gordon break down what's happening with Canelo Alvarez and DAZN, Fury-Wilder 3 expected to happen in December at Allegiant Stadium with fans and a preview of Hill vs. Waterson at the UFC Apex.

Boxing Update, Chito Vera interview and more

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 4 Sep 2020 23:48:51 +0000

The RJ Ringside crew of Heidi Fang, Sam Gordon and Adam Hill update on the latest MMA fights, boxing news and hear from UFC bantamweight Marlon "Chito" Vera.

UFC Vegas 8 preview, Pacquiao and a boxing bubble update

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sat, 29 Aug 2020 01:23:50 +0000

Sam Gordon, Adam Hill and Heidi Fang update on what Manny Pacquiao's plans are for 2020, what's new in the boxing bubble and preview UFC Vegas 8.

DeLaHoya comes out of retirement, Edgar-Munhoz UFC preview

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 10:00:28 +0000

The RJ Ringside Crew talks about Oscar De La Hoya announcing he's coming out of retirement, discuss who could be next for Canelo Alvarez, discuss whether or not Daniel Cormier will retire after his loss to Stipe Miocic and preview Frankie Edgar vs. Pedro Munhoz on Aug. 22

UFC 252 preview, Tyson-Jones fight moved to November

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 00:18:07 +0000

The RJ Ringside crew of Heidi Fang, Adam Hill and Sam Gordon preview the UFC's heavyweight title fight between Daniel Cormier and Stipe Miocic taking place at UFC 252 in Las Vegas on Aug. 15, discuss the boxing tilt between Mike Tyson and Roy Jones, Jr. being moved to November and more.

UFC Vegas 6 recap, Fury-Wilder 3 discussion

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sun, 9 Aug 2020 06:01:17 +0000

The RJ Ringside crew recaps the top action from UFC Vegas 6: Lewis vs. Oleinik and discuss where the win puts Derrick Lewis in the heavyweight divison. They also break down the latest news with the Tyson Fury-Deontay Wilder trilogy bout getting scheduled.

Is Lomachenko-Lopez in jeopardy, is Nurmagomedov the top pound-for-pound fighter in the UFC

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Mon, 3 Aug 2020 01:44:06 +0000

The RJ Ringside crew discuss the latest on Mike Tyson-Roy Jones, Jr., if Teofimo Lopez vs. Vasily Lomachencko is in danger of falling apart, will Conor McGregor vs. Manny Pacquiao happen, a brief preview of Justin Gaethje-Khabib Nurmagomedov and determining if Khabib is the top pound-for-pound fighter in the UFC, current odds on Daniel Cormier-Stipe Miocic and more. https://dealdash.fm/RINGSIDE. PROMO CODE for Deal Dash: RINGSIDE

Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. / Calvin Kattar joins from Fight Island

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 24 Jul 2020 18:01:15 +0000

Sam Gordon, Adam Hill and Heidi Fang talk about the return of Iron Mike and Roy Jones Jr. to the ring on Sept. 12, new Showtime boxing fight cards and UFC's next card on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. Then UFC featherweight contender Calvin Kattar joins the podcast from Fight Island.

Boxing, UFC on ESPN 14 updates

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 17 Jul 2020 16:45:26 +0000

RJ boxing writer Sam Gordon stops by to break down the latest boxing fights and how the MGM Grand bubble is working out for athletes so far. MMA writer Adam Hill and Heidi Fang preview the next UFC event taking place on Fight Island, a battle for the vacant flyweight belt between Joseph Benavidez and Deveison Figueiredo.

Dana White and UFC 251 Fight Island Main Card

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 16:00:04 +0000

Adam sits down with Dana White to get his take on UFC 251 Fight island in Abu Dhabi, and the RJ Ringside crew previews the 3 title fights on the main card of UFC 251.

UFC's Justin Jaynes calls out Drakkar Klose, Austin Hubbard - Full Interview

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Tue, 7 Jul 2020 22:38:39 +0000

After UFC fighter Justin Jaynes' successful promotional debut, he went on to call out Drakkar Klose and Austin Hubbard in his post-fight interview. He explains why he made those call outs on the RJ Ringside Podcast with Heidi Fang and Adam Hill.

UFC on ESPN 12 recap with Mike Perry, Justin Jaynes interview

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sun, 28 Jun 2020 05:38:28 +0000

Heidi Fang and Adam Hill recap UFC on ESPN 12, Mike Perry talk about why his girlfriend was the right cornerperson for him and Justin Jaynes, who won in his promotional debut at UFC on ESPN 11, joins the show.

UFC on ESPN 11 recap: Blaydes wins, Emmett impresses

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sun, 21 Jun 2020 08:06:04 +0000

Curtis Blaydes defeated Alexander Volkov in a performance that left fans and UFC president Dana White unsatisfied; and Josh Emmett shined in his bout against Shae Burgos that won Fight of the Night honors. The Review-Journal's Heidi Fang and Adam Hill recap the event in this post-fight recap.

Calvillo's Victory, Future Homes for UFC Fights

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sun, 14 Jun 2020 09:09:01 +0000

Cynthia Calvillo took a unanimous decision over Jessica Eye and discusses her win and being back in her hometown of San Jose, Calif., training at AKA. Dana White discusses where he'd consider holding UFC fights in the near future amid the coronavirus pandemic.

UFC 250 recap, McGregor retires

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 17:03:07 +0000

Two-division UFC champion Amanda Nunes had just made promotional history by becoming the first UFC fighter to successfully defend both title belts after she defeated Felicia Spencer in a featherweight title defense at UFC 250, when Conor McGregor announced his retirement on social media.

UFC, Boxing Events Approved to Take Place in Las Vegas

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Wed, 27 May 2020 23:18:04 +0000

The last fight card to take place in Las Vegas was on Mar. 7, 2020 when the UFC 248 took place at the T-Mobile Arena. For the first time since then, the UFC and Top Rank Boxing have been permitted by the Nevada State Athletic Commission to host events in Las Vegas. Sam Gordon, Adam Hill, and Heidi Fang break down what to expect when the promotions return starting with the UFC event on May 30 at the UFC Apex.

The Return of Combat Sports to Vegas

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sat, 23 May 2020 12:53:03 +0000

Top Rank may start hosting boxing cards in June and the UFC has
plans to bring events back to Las Vegas starting on May 30 if the
Nevada State Athletic Commission decides to approve upcoming events at
their May 27 meeting. The RJ Ringside crew discusses what to expect
for the coming month, the Jon Jones-Francis Ngannou Twitter battle and
we hear from Top Rank's Bob Arum.

UFC on ESPN 8 Recap, Will Vegas Host a May Fight Card

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sun, 17 May 2020 06:40:51 +0000

Adam Hill and Heidi Fang recap the action from UFC on ESPN 8 that took place in Jacksonville, Florida on May 16 and look ahead to what's next for the big winners, where the next UFC event will take place and if Las Vegas will be the host city for it.

Recap of Teixeira-Smith, Preview of Harris vs. Overeem, Eryk Anders Interview

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 15 May 2020 10:00:05 +0000

Adam Hill and Heidi Fang review the controversy surrounding the stoppage in the main event between Glover Teixeira and Anthony Smith at UFC Jacksonville, preview the main event for UFC Fight Night 172 between Walt Harris and Alistair Overeem and get insight from UFC middleweight Eryk Anders on Harris' frame of mind after suffering a terrible personal tragedy and how he inspired the former football player in his MMA career.

UFC 249 Event Recap: Gaethje KOs Ferguson, Cejudo Retires

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sun, 10 May 2020 09:57:55 +0000

In the first sporting event to take place after shutdowns due to the coronavirus pandemic, UFC 249 saw a new interim champion crowned in the lightweight division in Justin Gaethje and in the co-main event, Henry Cejudo successfully defended his title against Dominick Cruz and then retired.

UFC 249 preview

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sat, 9 May 2020 00:48:28 +0000

A preview of UFC 249 as the promotion returns from a near two-month lay-off. Adam Hill and Heidi Fang analyze the main event bout for the interim lightweight belt between Tony Ferguson and Justin Gaethje and Dominick Cruz squaring off against two-division champion Henry Cejudo for the bantamweight title in the co-main event and includes a portion of UFC president Dana White's statement to reporters on Friday.

How will the UFC pull off three events in Florida

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 1 May 2020 23:07:55 +0000

The UFC is poised to hold three fight cards in Florida starting on May 9, Review-Journal MMA writer Adam Hill is heading to Jacksonville to cover the fights and attempts to details how the organization can pull off the events during the coronavirus pandemic.

UFC Announces Three Fight Cards for May

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 20:25:33 +0000

Adam Hill and Heidi Fang discuss the UFC announcing their return to the sports world with 3 fight cards taking place in Jacksonville, Fla., starting May 9 with UFC 249.

UFC 249 canceled, Eric Nicksick interview

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sat, 11 Apr 2020 00:31:15 +0000

Adam Hill and Heidi Fang are joined by Xtreme Couture MMA coach and gym manager, Eric Nicksick who was training UFC heavyweight Francis Ngannou for his fight at the now canceled UFC 249 fight card that was expected to take place on April 18.

What Will Happen with UFC 249

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sat, 4 Apr 2020 01:00:42 +0000

While the UFC still has no location announced and the main event is possibly off, the RJ Ringside podcast debates if Khabib Nurmagomedov is out of UFC 249 or not, if the event still happens and takes a look at possible opponents for Tony Ferguson if it doesn't

How UFC 249 may happen, Jones arrest, Fury-Wilder III postponed

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 23:48:37 +0000

The RJ Ringside podcast Discusses how UFC 249 may still happen, what needs to be in place for it to happen, John Jones' DWI arrest and the postponement of fury wilder 3.

GGG-Canelo 3 in the works, UFC 249 on the line / Walt Harris Interview

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 20 Mar 2020 10:00:03 +0000

RJ Ringside weighs in on canceled events in the combat sports world due to coronavirus, what will happen with Khabib Nurmagomedov and Tony Ferguson's planned bout at UFC 249, and the makings of Canelo-GGG. They also chat with Walt Harris about his comeback in MMA.

What events may be canceled by coronavirus / James Krause Interview

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 10:47:04 +0000

RJ Ringside examines how the coronavirus is affecting combat sports. Then, James Krause talks about his short-notice fight against Trevin Giles, when he'll return to the octagon and what he thinks about the idea of open scoring.

UFC 248 post-fight recap and reaction

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sun, 8 Mar 2020 12:44:46 +0000

The results are in at UFC 248. While the women's strawweight title fight between Weili and Jedrzejczyk went down as one of the best fights in the promotion's history, the middleweight main event turned out to be much less impressive. Middleweight contender Paulo Costa weighs in on the main event and why he thinks Israel Adesanya is a "shameful" champ.

Previewing UFC 248 / UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sat, 7 Mar 2020 01:12:53 +0000

RJ Ringside gives their preview of the two title fights on the UFC 248 main card, and UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski talks about where and when he wants to defend his belt next. Nick Dais of Veterans Minimum joins the show.

Can Benavidez save the Flyweights, UFC 248 coming to Vegas

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sat, 29 Feb 2020 03:14:49 +0000

Deiveson Figueiredo missed weight ahead of UFC Fight Night 169 and is ineligible to compete for the flyweight title, leaving Joseph Benavidez as the one man who can claim the vacant belt. The RJ Ringside crew previews UFC 248 that Las Vegas will host on Mar. 7.

Tyson Fury beats Deontay Wilder via TKO / Post-fight reaction from MGM Grand

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sun, 23 Feb 2020 23:58:15 +0000

Tyson Fury put on a clinic at MGM Grand Garden Saturday night, causing Deontay Wilder's corner to throw in the towel at 1:29 of the seventh round. The Review-Journal's Heidi Fang and Sam Garden break down all the action, including a surprising moment in which Fury licked blood from Wilder's neck.

Tyson Fury interview and preview, combat sports scoring discussion

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sat, 15 Feb 2020 02:21:11 +0000

Ahead of the Deontay Wilder-Tyson Fury rematch, Sam Gordon spoke with Tyson Fury at an event in Los Angeles. The RJ Ringside crew previews the fight taking place Feb. 22 in Las Vegas and discusses how the Jon Jones-Dominick Reyes fight opened the door for a look at what changes need to be made with the scoring of combat sports events.

UFC 247 preview

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Thu, 6 Feb 2020 23:57:44 +0000

Is undefeated Dominick Reyes the fighter who can dethrone reigning light heavyweight champion Jon Jones at UFC 247? The RJ Ringside crew previews the main card, talks about how big of a favorite women's flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko is and if Katlyn Chookagian can force the upset and more.

Fury vs. Wilder 2 press conference highlights / UFC 247

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sat, 1 Feb 2020 12:54:20 +0000

RJ Ringside looks at the lead up to Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder's rematch after the two engaged at a press conference in Los Angeles. The crew looks ahead to UFC 247.

Fury vs. Wilder 2 is around the corner / Sitting down with Joseph Benavidez

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sat, 25 Jan 2020 21:42:10 +0000

Boxing writer Sam Gordon gives a preview of what to expect at the rematch between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder on Feb. 22 in Las Vegas. Then flyweight Joseph Benavidez talks to Larry Mir, Heidi Fang and Adam Hill at UFC 246 about his career in the promotion and finally getting another shot at the championship when he faces Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC Fight Night 169 on Feb. 29.

UFC 246 recap: McGregor KO's Cerrone in 40 seconds

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sun, 19 Jan 2020 11:35:30 +0000

At UFC 246, former two-division champion Conor McGregor knocked Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone out in 40 seconds to re-establish himself as a contender in the UFC. The RJ Ringside crew discussed "The Notorious'" performance, what could be next for the Irish star and discussed what UFC President Dana White had to say about Tom Brady and Mark Davis being in attendance at UFC 246.

UFC 246 Preview and Roundtable with Jose Youngs, Jim Edwards and Petesy Carroll

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sat, 18 Jan 2020 02:22:36 +0000

Ahead of UFC 246's main event between Conor McGregor and Donald Cerrone, RJ Ringside's Adam Hill and Heidi Fang break down the main event and get insight on McGregor's demeanor leading up to the fight from MMA Fighting's Petesy Carroll and Jose Youngs, and Fighter's Only journalist Jim Edwards.

McGregor-Cerrone keep compliments flowing at UFC 246 presser

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 06:05:22 +0000

UFC 246 is almost here, and the RJ Ringside crew has you covered with a breakdown of the McGregor-Cerrone press conference.

UFC 246: Conor McGregor vs. Donald Cerrone preview

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 10 Jan 2020 17:03:31 +0000

UFC 246 will descend upon Las Vegas on Jan. 18 along with a full fight week and events happening in the city starting on Wednesday, Jan. 15. Adam Hill and Heidi Fang break down what to expect, where to see your favorite fighters and how Conor McGregor can affect his opponents mentally.

How will fans greet McGregor in Vegas? / Claressa Shields talks about stepping into the MMA cage

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 3 Jan 2020 23:52:19 +0000

On Jan. 18 Conor McGregor will return from a 15-month hiatus to face Donald Cerrone at UFC 246. Adam Hill and Heidi Fang discuss his recent infractions, how he will be received by fans and what to expect from his pre-fight smack talk. They also discuss a possible future for two-time Olympic gold medalist and boxing champion Claressa Shields in MMA.

UFC Fight Night 165 Preview / Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Derrick Lewis Interviews

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 20 Dec 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Heidi Fang, Adam Hill, and Larry Mir revisit UFC 245 and discuss whether or not Max Holloway will get an immediate rematch against Alexander Volkanovski after losing his title. UFC straw weight Joanna Jedrzejczyk and heavyweight Derrick Lewis join the show during fight week and preview their upcoming bouts. The team also looks ahead to UFC 246 and UFC Fight Night 165.

UFC 245 Recap from T-Mobile Arena

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Sun, 15 Dec 2019 11:50:13 +0000

The RJ Ringside crew recaps a night of three title fights. Which title changed hands? Who might have a broken jaw? Tune in.

Max Holloway / UFC 245 Preview

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Fri, 13 Dec 2019 11:00:00 +0000

UFC Featherweight Champion Max Holloway joins the RJ Ringside crew and says he'd be willing to fight Conor McGregor again at any weight class. "Blessed" also discusses his fourth title defense against Alexander Volkanovski taking place at the T-Mobile Arena on Dec. 14 and what legacy he wants to leave behind with the UFC. The crew then previews the rest of the upcoming UFC 245 card.

Introducing 'RJ Ringside: An MMA and Boxing Pod' (Coming Dec. 13)

content@reviewjournal.com (Las Vegas Review-Journal) — Thu, 31 Oct 2019 22:18:56 +0000

Every Friday, host Heidi Fang, former MMA fighter Larry Mir and RJ sports reporter Adam Hill will provide analysis for the hardcore fight fans. They often will be joined by champions, managers, legends and promoters to discuss the latest news from the fight capital of the world, Las Vegas.