First Strike: VSiN's UFC Betting Podcast

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Hosted by Dave Ross and Rob Moreno, First Strike is your go-to UFC betting show for sharp insights, bold predictions, and can’t-miss plays.Tune in every Monday and Friday for a fast-paced breakdown of upcoming fight cards, betting angles, and insider takes—with weekly guests ranging from analysts to fellow bettors. Whether you’re chasing longshots or fading favorites, this is where the smartest UFC conversations happen.New episodes every week. Bets. Banter. Battle-tested picks.First Strike hits different.

  1. 5d ago

    UFC Abu Dhabi Preview | Ankalaev vs. Guskov + UFC 330 First Look | First Strike

    Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are joined by Dan Tom (@DanTomMMA) to break down UFC Abu Dhabi, headlined by the light heavyweight showdown between Magomed Ankalaev and Bogdan Guskov. The guys run through the full card with model grades, best bets, and the fights worth targeting this weekend. Plus, the crew takes an early look at next month's UFC 330 — two title fights on the line as Islam Makhachev defends the welterweight belt against Ian Machado Garry, and Mackenzie Dern puts the strawweight title on the line against Gillian Robertson. Big fights are coming and the guys are already crunching the numbers. 🎧 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode.   Follow the show: Dave Ross — @drosssports Rob Moreno — @TheRobbeo Dan Tom — @DanTomMMA   Chapters 00:30 - Welcome Dan Tom 02:00 - UFC Abu Dhabi Betting Preview 22:20 - Rob Moreno Joins 23:50 - UFC Abu Dhabi Model Predictions 40:00 - First Look at UFC 330 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. Jul 15

    UFC OKC Preview | Du Plessis vs. Usman + McGregor's Devastating UFC 329 Injury

    Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are joined by Doug Vazquez (@dougdoesfights) to break down UFC OKC, headlined by the middleweight showdown between Dricus Du Plessis and Kamaru Usman. The guys run through the full card with model grades, best bets, and the fights worth targeting this weekend. But first — the elephant in the room. Conor McGregor's long-awaited return at UFC 329 lasted a minute before a devastating knee injury brought the night to a halt. Dave, Rob, and Doug give their thoughts on what went down and what it means for the future of one of MMA's biggest stars. 🎧 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. ⏰ Card kicks off this weekend — lock in your bets before the first strike. Follow the show: Dave Ross — @drosssports Rob Moreno — @TheRobbeo Doug Vazquez — @dougdoesfights   Chapters: 00:34 - Doug Vazquez Joins The Show 01:30 - UFC 329 Recap 06:25 - UFC OKC Preview 21:40 - Rob Moreno Is In 23:00 - OKC OKC Best Bets 40:00 - About Last Fight... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. Jul 8

    UFC 329: Return of The Mac | McGregor vs Holloway Betting Preview

    Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are back for one of the biggest UFC events in in 2026 — UFC 329, headlined by the return of Conor McGregor as he squares off against Max Holloway. The guys dig deep into one of the most stacked cards the UFC has put together, breaking down the full slate with model grades, best bets, and the fights worth targeting this weekend. If you're betting UFC 329, this is your required listening before the card kicks off. 🎧 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. ⏰ Card kicks off Saturday — lock in your bets before then! Follow the show: Dave Ross — @drosssports Rob Moreno — @TheRobbeo   Chapters: 00:00 - UFC 329! 00:30 - Return of the Mac 15:00 - UFC 329 Betting Breakdown 40:48 - Model Update Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. Jun 24

    UFC Baku Betting Preview | Fiziev vs Torres | First Strike

    Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are joined by the hardest working man in MMA, Dan "Gumby" Vreeland (@GumbyVreeland), to break down UFC Baku, headlined by the lightweight showdown between Rafael Fiziev and Manuel Torres. The guys run through the full card with model grades, best bets, and the fights worth targeting this weekend. And because it wouldn't be First Strike without a little fun — the guys close things out with a segment you didn't know you needed: if your NFL team was a UFC fighter, who would they be? Trust us, you'll want to stick around for this one. 🎧 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. ⏰ Card kicks off at 9AM ET this weekend — lock in your bets before the fights. Follow the show: Dave Ross — @drosssports Rob Moreno — @TheRobbeo Dan Vreeland — @GumbyVreeland   Chapters 00:32 - Gumby Joins The Show 01:30 - Best Fight To Watch & Bet 04:00 - UFC Baku Preview 21:00 - McGregor vs Holloway 25:00 - Rob Moreno Model Picks 36:00 - NFL vs UFC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. Jun 17

    UFC Vegas 119 Betting Preview | First Strike

    Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are back to recap one of the most historic events in UFC history — UFC Freedom 250 at the White House! Then it's straight into UFC Vegas 119, headlined by a flyweight banger between Manel Kape and Kyoji Horiguchi at the APEX. The guys run through the card with model grades, best bets, and the fights worth targeting this Saturday. 🎧 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. Plus catch us on YouTube as well! Subscribe to the show everywhere now!   Chapters 00:00 - Showtime! 00:40 - UFC Freedom Recap 31:20 - UFC Vegas 119 Preview 44:00 - UFC 329 First Look Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. Jun 10

    UFC Freedom 250 | White House: Topuria vs Gaethje & Pereira vs Gane | First Strike

    First Strike is bringing out the big guns for one of the most unique events in UFC history. Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are joined by former UFC fighter Ricardo Lamas (@RicardoLamasMMA) and the godfather of MMA analytics, Reed Kuhn of Fightnomics (@Fightnomics), to break down UFC Freedom 250 — live from the lawn of the White House this Sunday. Two title fights headline the card. Ilia Topuria puts the lightweight belt on the line against Justin Gaethje in the main event, and Alex Pereira steps up to heavyweight to battle Ciryl Gane for the interim title in a jaw-dropping co-main. The guys break down both title fights and the full card with model grades, best bets, and everything you need before Sunday's historic event. 🎧 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. 📲 Follow the show on X for live reactions, odds movement, and last-minute updates heading into fight night. 📊 Track every pick and model grade at FightingWithNumbers.com ⏰ Card kicks off Sunday — lock in your bets before the lines move. Follow the show:  Dave Ross — @drosssports  Rob Moreno — @TheRobbeo   Chapters 00:00 - UFC Freedom 250 00:30 - Ricardo Lamas previews UFC White House 15:00 - Reed Kuhn's betting preview 30:56 - UFC Freedom Best Bets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. Jun 3

    UFC Vegas 118 Betting Preview | Muhammad vs Bonfim | First Strike

    Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are joined by Shane Thurston of Just Win Bets Baby! (@ShaneJustWinBet) to break down UFC Vegas 118, headlined by the welterweight showdown between Belal Muhammad and Gabriel Bonfim. The guys run through the card with model grades, best bets, and the fights worth targeting this Saturday at the APEX. 🎧 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode.  Follow the show: Dave Ross — @drosssports  Rob Moreno — @TheRobbeo  Shane Thurston — @ShaneJustWinBet   Chapters 00:00 - Welcome to First Strike 00:30 - Shane Thurston Joins 01:37 - UFC Vegas 118 Betting Preview 16:30 - UFC Freedom 250 Sneak Preview 25:43 - Rob Moreno Joins 26:50 - Best Bets for UFC Vegas 118 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. May 27

    UFC Macau Betting Preview | Song vs Figueiredo | First Strike

    First Strike is back! Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are joined by Jordan Sherwood (@WoodOnESPN1000) to break down UFC Macau, headlined by the bantamweight showdown between Deiveson Figueiredo and Song Yadong. The guys run through the card with model grades, best bets, and the fights worth targeting this Saturday. Plus, the crew looks ahead at some of the hottest fights coming this summer! 🎧 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode.  ⏰ Card kicks off EARLY Saturday morning — lock in your bets before the fights kick off.   Follow the show:  Dave Ross — @drosssports  Rob Moreno — @TheRobbeo  Jordan Sherwood — @WoodOnESPN1000   Chapters 00:00 - Jordan Sherwood joins First Strike 01:40 - UFC Macau Preview 15:14 - Looking Ahead 26:17 - Rob Moreno returns 27:32 - UFC Macau Best Bets 42:15 - Hot Fight Summer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Hosted by Dave Ross and Rob Moreno, First Strike is your go-to UFC betting show for sharp insights, bold predictions, and can’t-miss plays.Tune in every Monday and Friday for a fast-paced breakdown of upcoming fight cards, betting angles, and insider takes—with weekly guests ranging from analysts to fellow bettors. Whether you’re chasing longshots or fading favorites, this is where the smartest UFC conversations happen.New episodes every week. Bets. Banter. Battle-tested picks.First Strike hits different.

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