Chin Check - 269 (UFC Fight Night 258 Preview)
It's September, which means things are headed to the Accor Arena, Paris, France, for some UFC action!
This card had debuts, there's potentially fights to stay in the promotion, AND for maybe the next crack at a title. So there was a lot happening, we then get a new fight added, BUT things have shifted again. Unfortunately, Farès Ziam had to withdraw, so Harry Hardwick has stepped in to fight Kauê Fernandes, and their fight has switched places with Sola vs McKee!
We didn't find out the news until after everything was locked, BUT @ChinCheckPod (ep 269) has got everything else covered, so you can just sit back and enjoy 'UFC on ESPN+ 116: Imavov vs Borralho'!!!!
Chin Check - 268 - (UFC Shanghai Recap)
We delayed the podcast slightly for our ‘Dana White's Contender Series’ (DWCS) recap, as there’s no ‘Preview’ episode this week!
We do though get to recap all things 'UFC on ESPN+ 115', the debuts, upsets and standout showings.
Going 8 - 4, wasn’t bad, so sit back and let @ChinCheckPod (ep 268) help you relive all the action from ‘UFC Shanghai’!!!
Chin Check - 267 (UFC on ESPN+ 115 Preview)
After all the excitement of Chicago's PPV, the Octagon now finds itself in China's Shanghai Indoor Stadium!
Though there aren't all the marquee names from the previous week, this 'UFC Fight Night' still has pivotal match-ups. The featured bout could help clear-up the next challenger for the Heavyweight crown, and the 'Co-main' most definitely has Featherweight title implications!
So sit back, and let @ChinCheckPod (ep 267) preview all the potential fisty cuffs for 'UFC on ESPN+: Walker vs Zhang'!!!!
Chin Check - 266 - (UFC 319 PPV Recap)
We said questions would be answered after 'UFC 319', and holy moly, they were answered ten fold!!!
Similar to 'UFC on ESPN 52' back in December 2023, we had back-to-back explosive finishes, BUT this time around there was more significance behind them. An 'Ultimate Fighter' champion was crowned, a number one contender was ordained and everybody wants to be a nerd!
Things ended 6 - 6, but when you have a PPV packed with so much, it's a good night. Plus it means that @ChinCheckPod (ep 266) has a LOT to recap as we dive into 'UFC 319: du Plessis vs. Chimaev'!!!!
Chin Check - 265 (UFC 319 Preview)
BIG questions will be answered on Saturday night at the Chicago's United Center, as the UFC hits town for the August PPV!
There's a high profile debut, 'Ultimate Fighter' champions will be crowned, a contender gets a crazy springboard, AND the championship strap is on the line, with everyone wondering.....can the champions style continue to confuse & work, can the contender survive in deep waters!?!
We try and answer all these questions on @ChinCheckPod (ep 285) and give you all the insight into 'UFC 319: du Plessis vs. Chimaev'. As well as recap 'Week 1' of 'Dana White's Contender Series'!!!!
Chin Check - 264 - (UFC on ESPN 72 Recap)
When you have a PPV on the horizon people often overlook a 'Fight Night'. NEVER fall into that trap, cause 'UFC Vegas 109' had some of the craziest stoppages we've seen!
The 'co-main event' changed a few times, but what we ended up with was a war, and the 'headliner', hot damn!!!
After going 9 - 3 (that's right people, we were on fire), we're gonna relive all the overhands, uppercuts, leg kicks, and definitely those KO's, so let @ChinCheckPod (ep 264) take you back to 'UFC on ESPN: Dolidze vs Hernandez'!!!!
Chin Check - 263 (UFC Vegas 109 Preview)
It's another turn at the UFC Apex on Saturday night, as twenty four fighters get ready to go at it!
The card has had a few shifts and pivots, BUT, there are still 12 intriguing match-ups ready to capture the attention!
It's never easy picking, but @ChinCheckPod (ep 263) is ready to preview the heck out of 'UFC on ESPN: Dolidze vs Hernandez', so you can just sit back and enjoy!!!
Chin Check - 262 - (UFC on ESPN 71 Recap)
What a show, as the UFC returns home to the Apex!!! 'UFC Vegas 108' went half & half on decisions and stoppages, but had THREE potential fight of the night contenders! The lightweights and featherweights really delivered.
A heap of other fighters did as well, as we had a vet show he ain't done yet, there were several bounce backs from a previous losses, and those making statements within their divisions!
It was 8 - 4, so not a bad night for the pod, so let @ChinCheckPod (ep 262) help you relive the excitement of 'UFC on ESPN: Taira vs Park'!!!!
Chin Check - 261 (UFC on ESPN 71 Preview)
This fight card has gone through a LOT of changes, but we still have fights that should have the UFC PI buzzing!
The matchmakers have done a great job with these 12 match-ups, with so many being closer than Alison Brie & Dave Fronco's new flick!!!
Never fear though, cause @ChinCheckPod (ep 261) is here to break it all down for you, so you can just enjoy 'UFC on ESPN: Taira vs Park'!!!!
Chin Check - 260 - (UFC on ABC 9 Recap)
It was the first trip to Abu Dhabi of the year, and the UFC brought a card full of intrigue, topped by two fighters vying for title contention!
There were some really good fights, we went 7 - 5, so getting back on track. Just like some of the fighters on the card!
Hopefully, you won't be calling for an early stoppage, as @ChinCheckPod (ep 260) looks back at 'UFC on ABC: Whittaker vs de Ridder' recap!!!!
Chin Check - 259 (UFC on ABC 9 Preview)
From the Smoothie King Center to the Etihad Arena, the UFC touches down in Abu Dhabi for some ABC action!
Just like Robert Whittaker, the pod is looking to bounce back, but we have some killer match-ups across these 12 fights!
So, @ChinCheckPod (ep 259) has got this fight breakdown on lock, you just got open those ears (or eyes) and enjoy our 'UFC on ABC: Whittaker vs. de Ridder' predictions!!!!
Chin Check - 258 - (UFC 318 PPV Recap)
'Lord Of The Rings', 'Guardians Of The Galaxy', the 'Before' films, and now 'Holloway vs Poirier' can be added to the small list of incredible trilogies!!!!
Now, the pod had its worst week since 'UFC Vegas 103', BUT, what a night in New Orleans, people, so many finishes, so many fun fights. This was a card truly fitting a legends send off, and a BMF!!!
The joy is, now we get to relive all the memories from 'UFC 318: Holloway vs Poirier 3' with @ChinCheckPod (ep 257)!!!!
Chin Check - 257 (UFC 318 Preview)
Not all trilogies are created equally (did I say 'Highlander'), sometimes the first two parts are tight, but the third is wack ('Terminator'). BUT on Saturday night, a trilogy is going to come to an end in an epic way (I mean, it has to right!?!)!
The UFC heads to New Orleans, Louisiana to showcase 14 fights at the Smoothie King Center, in a card set-up as a farewell to a legend!
With the 'BMF' title on the line, @ChinCheckPod (ep 257) is primed to break all the action down for you, so you're ready for 'UFC 318: Holloway vs. Poirier 3'!!!!
Chin Check - 256 - (UFC Nashville Recap)
From Nutbush City Limits to Bridgestone Arena Bangers, Tennessee had hits galore Saturday night with the UFC in town!
It was a bit of a Heavyweight showcase, and they definitely came correct. Out of the twelve fights, only four went the distance, and they weren't snooze fests either!
It was a 9 - 3 night for the pod, and @ChinCheckPod (ep 256), is ready to dive back into all the mayhem that was 'UFC on ESPN: Lewis vs Teixeira'!!!!
Chin Check - 255 (UFC on ESPN 70 Preview)
After a dark week, that felt forever, the UFC goes from the T-Mobile Arena to the Bridgestone Arena, Nashville, Tennessee for 'UFC on ESPN: Lewis vs. Teixeira'!
The Heavyweights get to shine on this card, with three bouts, one of which is the headliner! That's not it though, as we have fighters looking to save their jobs, move up in the rankings and make potential title contention noise!!!
So, @ChinCheckPod (ep 255) has you covered, as we've broken down the fights, so all you have to do is sit back and enjoy 'UFC on ESPN 70'!!!!
Chin Check - 254 - (UFC 317 PPV Recap)
Holy camoly, even with one fight dropping off, 'UFC 317: Topuria vs Oliveira' was a night for the books!!!
Coming from Baku, where there were only two finishes, to Vegas, where we have six, AND the decisions were exciting too! So many fighters on the card made HUGE statements on their potential, what's next, or just the fact that they're still contenders. It was most definitely an event fitting of 'International Fight Week'!!!
Not only did we end the night with a 'And Still' and a 'And New', but we also went 7 - 4!!!! So now, we get to relive all the excitement of 'UFC 317' with @ChinCheckPod (ep 254), "What A Rush"!!!!
Chin Check - 253 (UFC 317 PPV Preview)
Highly anticipated is putting this 'UFC 317' card lightly!
The T-Mobile Arena will be filled to the rafters, as we have a stacked card, topped by TWO title fights, one of which is for the vacant Lightweight strap!!!
12 great match-ups, and @ChinCheckPod (ep 253) is breaking it all down for you. So you can just tune in and enjoy the heck out of 'UFC 317: Topuria vs. Oliveira'!!!!
Chin Check - 252 - (UFC Baku Recap)
It was another 8 - 4 week for the podcast, which is one of the bigger highlights from a bit of a flat event in Baku, Azerbaijan!
However, don't get it twisted, there were still some fighters that showed out, hard. With a Lightweight clash being the blazing beacon of heart, grit, and goddamn!!!
Everything gets looked over on @ChinCheckPod (ep 252) so enjoy the 'UFC on ABC: Hill vs. Rountree Jr' recap!!!!
Chin Check - 251 - (UFC on ABC 8 Preview)
There are no crystal balls to predict the future, BUT, when the UFC heads to Baku, Azerbaijan for the very first time, it's fair to say, there will be fireworks happening at the Baku Crystal Hall!
The action is airing on ABC, and in the 12 fights on the docket, we have debuts, impressive winning streaks, and fighters hungry to reach that next level!
And, @ChinCheckPod (ep 251) has got you covered, as we've broken down the fights, so all you have to do is sit back and enjoy 'UFC on ABC: Hill vs. Rountree Jr'!!!!
Chin Check - 250 - (UFC Atlanta Recap)
Although the 'Main Card' had no finishes, Atlanta still got some fireworks and outstanding performances!!!
We went 8 - 4 with 1 no contest, so not a bad night! Definitely some interesting match-ups to make after this for some, and some fight IQ tinkering for others!!!
Everything gets looked over on @ChinCheckPod (ep 250) so enjoy the 'UFC on ESPN: Usman vs. Buckley' recap!!!!