Piestrong Podcast

Brad, Matt and Jack
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Welcome to the Piestrong podcast. Three longtime friends and die-hard MMA fans come together each week to deliver an unfiltered look at the world of combat sports. Join us as we break down fight cards, dissect the latest MMA news, and dive deep into current events shaping the industry. Whether you’re a seasoned fight fan or new to the scene, our passionate perspectives and lively banter make every episode a knockout.

  1. 5D AGO

    Ep. 99 - UFC London recap, Is the UFC on a downfall???

    In this jam-packed episode, we break down all the action from Evloev vs Murphy, including the biggest moments, standout finishes, and which fights could be early contenders for Fight, KO, Submission, or even Performance of the Year. We also dive into the post-fight press conference drama—featuring Dana White’s comments on Jean Silva and his surprising walkout during the MVP fight. Looking ahead, we preview the upcoming Fight Night headlined by Israel Adesanya vs Bo Nickal Pyfer, breaking down key matchups and giving you our locks for the card. Then we get into the major talking points shaking up the MMA world: Ariel Helwani continues to go at Dana White—and it’s not slowing downIs Hunter Campbell quietly becoming the most influential force in UFC matchmaking?The growing divide between US-based cards and international events“MVP vs the UFC” — what’s really going on behind the scenes?We also cover the latest fight announcements and rumors, including potential matchups like Robert Whittaker vs Magomed Ankalaev, and the buzz around Benoît Saint-Denis vs Paddy Pimblett. Plus, a rapid-fire MMA news segment: Shavkat Rakhmonov stirring controversyAleksandar Rakić moving up to heavyweightMerab Dvalishvili missing a London meet-and-greetReferee Mike Beltran getting his flowersAlexander Volkanovski weighing in on SilvaJoe Rogan pitching ideas for a White House cardWild fighter warm-ups & Anthony Joshua looking fight-ready againIf you love MMA chaos, analysis, and a bit of controversy, this episode has it all.

    1h 5m

  2. MAR 23

    Ep. 98 - Footy talks - Goodbye Gordie, Hello Ali

    Matt and Jack, dive into the week that was and preview the week to come. They touch on the feud between Gordan Tallis and Ali Brigganshaw. The Good the Bad and the ugly from round 3 A deep dive into Rd 4, do the boys have it right? let us know in the comments and as always if you like the content, don' t forget to like, comment and subscribe. Appreciate yas, WE'RE OUT.

    55 min

  3. MAR 19

    Ep. 97 - Ronda Rousey ís the new salt BAE

    Big episode this week as we break down everything from UFC Emmett vs Vallejo. Plenty to get through with some heavy KOs, slick subs and a few proper brawls that could end up in the fight of the year conversation. We also go over the main takeaways from the post fight presser. We then look ahead to Evloev vs Murphy. We run through the card, give our locks and talk about why the main event feels pretty straightforward on paper. UFC London is shaping up nicely too with seven undefeated fighters on the card so there is a lot of young talent to keep an eye on. On the bigger topics this weekMVP making moves in MMA, Ronda Rousey having a crack at Hunter, and some interesting fights getting added with Diaz vs Perry and Steveson vs JDS. We also ask the question, should the UFC actually be worried? We also get into the whole influencer crossover with fighters. The Paul brothers, Deen The Great and where it all fits in the sport. Then there is more footage from that Russian TUF style show. DC nearly walking away from Team Alpha Male and honestly we are still trying to work out what is going on with it. We round things out with fight announcements including Dariush vs Salkilled, plus all the latest news. Harry Hardwick dealing with a rough injury, the talk around that White House card, Alex Pereira locking in an eight fight deal, Jake Paul teasing another fight, and Anderson Silva saying he is close to signing on for a belt fight. Plenty going on this week so settle in.

    59 min

  4. MAR 16

    Ep. 96 - Footy talks, Alex Johnson, the new king

    The boys recap the chaos of round 2, some tough games to pick and surprising results. Alex Johnson makes history and becomes the new highest try scorer They finish off with a preview of the Rd 3 games and give their tips.

    55 min

  5. MAR 14

    Ep. 95 - Scrap recap, White House card, BMF recap and mooooore

    This week we’re breaking down UFC 326 and chatting through all the biggest moments from the card. We go through the fights, the knockouts, submissions, and absolute wars, plus which ones might end up contenders for KO, Sub, Brawl or Performance of the Year. We also talk about the post fight press conference and give the card our final rating. Big Topics This Week The White House Card Situation The rumoured White House UFC event keeps getting crazier. We talk about Jon Jones potentially agreeing to terms, Dana talking about it publicly, and Jones firing back. There is also talk that Jones has officially asked for his release, plus a fight that has already fallen off the card. We also go over the reported asking price mentioned by Ariel Helwani, Ilia Topuria being cold as ever, and how a fight with Islam Makhachev nearly happened. If the card actually happens it would land on a Monday for us in Australia. Has the BMF Belt Lost Its Meaning? We get into the whole BMF Championship debate and whether it still means what it used to. Dan Hooker shared his thoughts, while Nate Diaz, Khamzat Chimaev, and Ryan Garcia have all weighed in as well. Meanwhile Conor McGregor is not impressed and has even made a case for a 170 pound BMF title fight. We also talk about his thoughts on the White House card and the winner of Max Holloway vs Charles Oliveira. MVP’s Netflix MMA Card The Most Valuable Promotions MMA card on Netflix is starting to heat up. Francis Ngannou now says he wants to fight Jake Paul, while Ronda Rousey has taken a few shots at the UFC again. We also run through a stack of fight announcements and rumours including: Waldo vs Alexander VolkovAljamain Sterling vs ZalalAllen vs Milky CostaKhamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland close to being doneVisa issues for Movsar Evloev with Jean Silva possibly stepping in against Lerone Murphy We also touch on: Tom Aspinall signing with Eddie HearnDaniel Cormier still having Jon Jones living rent free in his headMerab Dvalishvili living his best life onlinePress conference drama involving Arman TsarukyanBen Askren and Jorge Masvidal being mates againJake Paul saying he wants to sign Jon Jones Plus plenty more from around the MMA world. Fight News and RumoursOther MMA News

    1h 18m

  6. MAR 9

    Ep. 94 - Footy talks with Matt and Jack. RD 1 Recap, RD 2 preview

    Jack is away this week as he welcomes a beautiful baby boy into the world, Congrats mate. Johnny Rocket jumps on to fill in for Jack, the boys recap Round 1 of the NRL and preview Round 2. Bit of banter with some questionable picks, (mainly the dragons lol) If you like what the boys do, don't forget to like follow, subscribe, hit all the buttons and run us up , cheers, we r out.

    55 min

  7. MAR 4

    Ep. 93 - Arman Tsarukyan the new baby face of MMA

    This week we kick off the episode with a discussion about keeping your kids safe online. The risks and dangers of Roblox. we break down Moreno vs Kavanagh and what it actually means moving forward, then look ahead to UFC 326 and the matchups that matter. We get stuck into a proper debate around the Enhanced Games and whether fighters should be allowed to juice if it is regulated and transparent. Is it the future or does it ruin the whole point of elite sport? There’s also the growing UFC and NRL crossover. with the NRL Vegas games. Megan Olivi’s connections, Sean Strickland getting involved, Ciao Bahollo popping up, and Matty Johns interviewing Dana White. It feels like combat sports and rugby league are colliding more than ever. Fight news is stacking up. Van vs Taira is confirmed.. There’s strong rumours about Silva vs Aljo. We also talk about Conor McGregor’s latest comments about his comeback and whether any of it is actually real. In the news cycle, Andrew Tackett is training with the Knights. Volk has signed a new deal. The big money behind Conor Benn is coming from Turki, not Zuffa. Strickland has been playing league. Khamzat is in headlines again after an alleged fan incident. We also unpack the Arman vs Georgio situation properly. The slap, the slow motion angle, the manager getting involved, the aftermath. Was there more to it? Is this the real reason it blew up? Askren called how messy it would get. Now Georgio wants it settled in the cage and Khamzat is circling as well. Volk has had his say about Conor. Morales went viral holding up his phone at UFC Fight Night. Plenty happening across MMA and a fair bit of chaos as usual. Tune in.

    1h 12m

  8. MAR 2

    Ep. 92 - Footy talks with Matt and Jack, Vegas Recap and RD 1 Previews

    The boys are back, Matt and Jack recap the epic games in Vegas and Preview the rest of the round 1 games. A guest calls in and gives his opinions on the state of the refereeing and the zero accountability for dodgy calls. A massive thanks to our sponsors . Macquarie Inn Dubbo Cosbuild Nova performing Arts. Friends of the show. Dubbo BJJ Iron Knuckles Customs Support your local legends and thanks for watching. If you like what the boys do, jump onto the socials, like, follow, subscribe run it up, press all the buttons.

    45 min
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Welcome to the Piestrong podcast. Three longtime friends and die-hard MMA fans come together each week to deliver an unfiltered look at the world of combat sports. Join us as we break down fight cards, dissect the latest MMA news, and dive deep into current events shaping the industry. Whether you’re a seasoned fight fan or new to the scene, our passionate perspectives and lively banter make every episode a knockout.

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  • Creator
    Brad, Matt and Jack
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    99
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Brad, Matt and Jack
  • Show Website
    Piestrong Podcast

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