European MMA’s most outspoken duo, Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath, present a no-holds-barred podcast focusing on the biggest stories and biggest names in the world of mixed martial arts.
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The Last Rights | Petesy Carroll & Niall McGrath Sign Off
On the last ever episode of The Bash, Petesy and Niall talk about all the thrills and spills from UFC 260, Francis Ngannou's coronation moment and ponder what is going on with Jon Jones' heavyweight debut. The lads listen to messages from members of the media and listers before signing off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/29/2021 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 19 seconds
Irish Eyes Are Smiling | Paddy Pimblett | Ian Garry
On this week's show, Petesy and Niall discuss their decision to end The Bash following next week's episode. Paddy Pimblett joins the show to talk about his stunning display at CW 122 and his next move - UFC or a CW title? Ian Garry reacts to his star-making moment at CW121, gives his take on his upcoming title fight against Jack Grant and reveals who his dream UFC debut would be against. Petesy and Niall discuss the week's action, highlighting what a promising time it is for Irish MMA as well as previewing UFC 260. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/22/2021 • 1 hour, 59 minutes, 28 seconds
Leon’s COVID Curse Continues | Marc Goddard | Paul Redmond
On this week's episode, UFC referee Marc Goddard joins the show to pay tribute to the late Neil Hall and to shed light on all the recent confusion surrounding illegal knees. Paul Redmond also calls in to discuss his free agency, his next move and the current crop of Irish talent at Team Ryano and in the Cage Warriors ranks. Niall and Petesy tackle all the latest headlines and look forward to an action packed week across multiple promotions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/15/2021 • 2 hours, 20 minutes, 33 seconds
Hear No Evil, Knee No Evil
On the back of Petr Yan's DQ loss to Alajmain Sterling at UFC 259, his coach John Hutchinson stops by the show to react to the fight. Petesy and Niall breakdown all the headlines emerging from the marquee event and look forward to next week's Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad card. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/8/2021 • 1 hour, 55 minutes, 53 seconds
On the Piss with Paulo | Brendan Loughnane
On this week's episode, Brendan Loughnane drops by to discuss the announcement of his first PFL featherweight tournament bout against UFC veteran Sheymon Moraes. Petesy and Niall discuss Dana White's criticism of Cyril Gane, Paulo Costa's pre-fight wine rampage, the booking of James Gallagher vs. Patchy Mix and much more. The lads also look ahead to next weekend's blockbuster UFC 259 card and take questions from the lovely listeners, fighters and media members. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/1/2021 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 21 seconds
The Welterweight Waiting Game
On this week's episode, Petesy and Niall look at the matchmaking conundrum the UFC are facing at the top of the welterweight bracket. The lads also discuss Derrick Lewis' massive knockout win over Curtis Blaydes and the promise of young British heavyweight, Tom Aspinall. For the first time ever, the episode features questions from listeners and media colleagues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/22/2021 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 48 seconds
Leon’s Going Big Game Hunting | Leon Edwards | Paul Hughes
On this week’s episode, Leon Edwards drops by to give his take on the welterweight title picture following Kamaru Usman’s win at UFC 258 and to shed light on who is most likely to accept a fight with him on March 13. Cage Warriors featherweight contender Paul Hughes announces his latest opponent for CW 120. Petesy and Niall look back on all the thrills and spills from UFC 258, discuss the cancellation of Edwards vs. Chimaev and look forward to this weekend’s Blaydes vs. Lewis event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/15/2021 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 19 seconds
Another Title Shot for Conor McGregor? | Tom Aspinall
On this week's episode of The Bash, Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath flesh out the latest lines coming from the lightweight elite and gauge the reaction to a potential third meeting between Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor for all the marbles. Tom Aspinall joins the show and shares a story of his first encounter with future opponent and former champion Andrei Arlovski. The lads also look forward to UFC 258 and give their picks for the pay-per-view event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/8/2021 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 14 seconds
Revelling in Reug Reug | Jiri Prochazka
On this week's show, Petesy and Niall are joined by former RIZIN champ Jiri Prochazka to discuss the postponement of his clash with Dominick Reyes, his "horrible" UFC debut and the "bullshit" fight between Jake Paul and Ben Askren. The lads look at all the latest news in MMA including GSP's advice to Conor McGregor, Khamzat Chimaev returning to good health and Casey Kenney's degrading comments about Megan Anderson. They also discuss the potential impact of Paul's boxing bout with Askren and look back at Reug Reug's most recent wreckage and all the action from KSW 58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/1/2021 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 12 seconds
UFC 257 Review | What's next for Poirier & McGregor | Philip O'Connor
On this week's show, Petesy and Niall react to Dustin Poirier's stunning win over Conor McGregor and question what is next for the Irishman. The lads also try to forecast the UFC's lightweight title picture and ponder whether they have seen the last of Khabib Nurmagomedov. Veteran journalist Philip O'Connor joins the show to give his take on what went down on Saturday night in Abu Dhabi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1/25/2021 • 1 hour, 41 minutes, 54 seconds
Eddie The Analyst | UFC 257 Preview with Eddie Alvarez
This week, Eddie Alvarez drops by to discuss his feelings on the matchup between his former foes, Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier. The former UFC and Bellator champion gives insight on Michael Chandler and gives his take on whether the 2016 version of McGregor that he faced could beat Khabib Nurmagomedov. Petesy and Niall discuss UFC 257, UFC’s debut on ABC, Max Holloway’s virtuoso performance and Khabib Nurmagomedov’s big decision (or lack thereof). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1/18/2021 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 15 seconds
Good Riddance 2020 | The Bashies | End Of Year Awards
On the final episode of the year, Petesy and Niall pick their Fighter of the Year, Submission of the Year, Knockout of the Year and Submission of the Year. The lads also project who will be the champion of each UFC division by the end of 2021. The dynamic duo also react to the big news stories from the last week including Khabib Nurmagomedov winning the BBC's World Sports Star of the Year award and Jake Paul's obnoxious callout of Conor McGregor. Attachments area Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/21/2020 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 39 seconds
Figgy's Fight Of The Year? | Graham Boylan
This week, Petesy and Niall discuss the future of Tony Ferguson's career on the back of his loss to Charles Oliveira and give their takes on whether Figueiredo vs. Moreno was fight of the year. Cage Warriors president Graham Boylan joins the show to react to all the results over the three nights of action at Cage Warriors Trilogy, including what's next for Morgan Charriere and whether Joe McColgan and Ian Garry will get title shots in their next bouts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/14/2020 • 1 hour, 40 minutes
Unlucky Leon | Ciryl Gane | Jake Hadley
French heavyweight Ciryl Gane joins the show to discuss his upcoming bout with former heavyweight champion Junior Dos Santos and eyes a future bout with former teammate Francis Ngannou. Cage Warriors title challenger Jake Hadley underlines his belief that with victory over Luke Shanks he will definitely be signed by the UFC. Petesy and Niall give their takes on all the latest news in MMA including Leon Edwards’ forced withdrawal from the Khamzat Chimaev bout and Yoel Romero being the first of 60 fighters cut from the UFC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/7/2020 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 17 seconds
Hot Rod | Owen Roddy | Jack Hermansson
On this week's show, Irish MMA legend Owen Roddy shares his feelings on the first of his SBG Charlestown fighters, Dean Barry, signing for the UFC. "Rowdy" also gives insights into Conor McGregor's preparation for Dustin Poirier in Portugal ahead of UFC 257. Speaking before Kevin Holland withdrew from their fight, Jack Hermansson gives his take on the middleweight title picture with Israel Adesanya plotting a move to 205. Petesy and Niall look ahead to Hermansson vs. Vettori and discuss Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/30/2020 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 55 seconds
Happy Birthday to Niall | Paul Felder
On this week’s episode of The Bash, Paul Felder discusses his legendary short notice fight with Rafael Dos Anjos, his new UFC deal and how a fight with Nate Diaz would really excite him. Petesy and Niall talk through all the latest news and look forward to next week’s fighting action. Niall shares his feelings on his birthday and the lads rejoice in the latest Dana White rant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/23/2020 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 26 seconds
The Champ is Here | Jan Blachowicz | Leon Edwards | Paul Hughes
UFC light heavyweight champ Jan Blachowicz joins the show to discuss his options with middleweight champion Israel Adesanya and LHW number one contender Glover Teixeira at play. Leon Edwards calls in to discuss the ramifications of his highly publicized clash with Khamzat Chimaev. Paul Hughes breaks his next Cage Warriors fight and makes his case for being the best prospect in Ireland. Petesy and Niall look back on the last week of action and preview UFC 255 and Bellator 253 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/16/2020 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 22 seconds
Can Trump’s Exit Hinder UFC? | Roberto Soldic | Pedro Carvalho | Rhys McKee
On a blockbuster episode of The Bash, Bellator featherweight title contender Pedro Carvalho joins the show ahead of his clash with champion Patricio “Pitbull” Freire on Thursday night. Arguably the best fighter outside of the UFC, KSW welterweight champion Roberto Soldic calls in to discuss his middleweight clash with Polish icon Michal Materla. Also featured, Rhys McKee looks forward to his second UFC outing against Alex Morono on the back of his short notice debut against Khamzat Chimaev. Petesy and Niall discuss the possible ramifications of Donald Trump’s relationship with the UFC in light of Joe Biden being poised to take the presidency in January. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/9/2020 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 33 seconds
A Silva Lining | Arnold Allen | Guilherme Cruz
Leading Brazilian journalist Guilherme Cruz of MMAFighting.com joins the show to discuss Anderson Silva’s final UFC fight and the legacy “The Spider” leaves behind him. Arnold Allen also calls in to discuss his bout with Jeremy Stephens being cancelled this weekend and underlines his interest in a clash with Edson Barboza. Petesy and Niall give their takes on Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier fighting at 155, Israel Adesanya challenging Jan Blachowicz for the 205 title and Khabib Nurmagomedov possibly returning to action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/2/2020 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 37 seconds
Khabib The Conqueror | Adam Borics| Chris Fields
Petesy and Niall discuss the ramifications of Khabib Nurmagomedov's retirement on the back of his victory over Justin Gaethje at UFC 254. The lads give their takes on the Russian's pound-for-pound aspirations, the GOAT debate that ensued since his retirement and the future of the lightweight division. Adam Borics calls in ahead of his clash with Erick Sanchez on Thursday's Bellator 250 card. Chris Fields also joins the show to preview his bout with Swedish light-heavyweight Karl Albrektsson and the challenges of owning a gym during COVID-19. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/26/2020 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 49 seconds
Khabib's Greatest Test | Gegard Mousasi | Nathaniel Wood
This week, Gegard Mousasi gives his take on Douglas Lima ahead of their vacant middleweight title bout. The former Bellator champion also discusses the rise of Israel Adesanya and the forced retirement of former opponent Rafael Lovato Jr. Nathaniel Wood calls in to preview his UFC 254 bout with Casey Kenney. Petesy and Niall attack the latest MMA headlines including McGregor vs. Poirier and Cris Cyborg's potential crossover bout with boxing ace Katie Taylor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/19/2020 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 51 seconds
The Nastiest Night of Knockouts | Coach Fernand Lopez Episode
This week, Coach Fernand Lopez of the MMA Factory called in to discuss the regulation of French MMA. The celebrated Cameroonian coach detailed the collapse of his relationship of heavyweight contender Francis Ngannou and underlined why Cyril Gane will headline the UFC's first visit to France. Petesy and Niall look back on an insane night of knockouts across UFC Fight Island 5, KSW 55 and Bellator Paris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/12/2020 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 27 seconds
The First Dance in France | Brett Johns | Charlie Leary
Brett Johns joins the show to discuss his shock move to Bellator and discloses who he is excited to face in the bantamweight division. Charlie Leary reveals the financial strife he was in before he faced Kiefer Crosbie and the doctor's decision to stop the bout. Petesy and Niall look at all the latest news including Conor McGregor's potential bout with Dustin Poirier, Israel Adesanya and Jon Jones' online beef and Khabib Nurmagomedov's big surprise Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/5/2020 • 1 hour, 45 minutes, 24 seconds
The Adesanya Era | Artem Lobov | Mason Jones
Artem Lobov joins the show to discuss his upcoming debut for Arena. “The Russian Hammer” claims he has just two years left in his fighting career and gives says he wants Tughugov fight before he calls it a day. Fresh off becoming the latest Cage Warriors champ champ, Mason Jones plots his ideal path to the UFC and looks back on his victory over Adam Proctor. Petesy and Niall look at the latest MMA news including Israel Adesanya’s emphatic win over Paulo Costa, Jan Blachowicz claiming the vacant light-heavyweight championship and Dana White and Conor McGregor being at loggerheads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/28/2020 • 1 hour, 55 minutes, 58 seconds
Colby’s Chaos | Morgan Charriere | Graham Boylan | Eugene Bareman
One of the most popular fighters on the Cage Warriors' roster, Morgan Charriere, joins the show to discuss his championship bout at CW 116. Graham Boylan pops in to talk about how he gained government approval for the Trilogy events and the potential for winners getting to the second phase of Fight Island. Eugene Bareman, coach of UFC superstar Israel Adesanya, gives his take on Stylebender's preparation for UFC 253 on Fight Island and a potential move to 205 in the future. Petesy and Niall discuss all the latest news including Colby Covington's outlandish comments and the future of surging welterweight, Khamzat Chimaev. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/21/2020 • 2 hours, 30 seconds
Bark Twice if You’re in Milwaukee | Duke Roufus | Ross Houston
Duke Roufus stops by to discuss Tyron Woodley and Gerald Meerschaert ahead of their appearances in this weekend’s UFC card. Ross Houston calls in to preview his “perfect” debut against Bellator poster boy Michael Page. Petesy and Niall give their takes on Dustin Poirier requesting more money to face Tony Ferguson, Donald Trump’s high praise of the UFC and Dana White, Bellator breaking ground in France and the allegations Conor McGregor is facing in Corsica. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/14/2020 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 29 seconds
Brock ‘n’ Roll | Gerald Meerschaert | Brian Kelleher
Gerald Meerschaert underlines how he feels disrespected by the UFC booking him to fight Khamzat Chimaev while also discussing the prospect moving on to fight Demian Maia afterwards. Brian “Boom” Kelleher explains how his activity and performances have allowed him to bolster his status during a global pandemic and gives his take on Sean O’Malley’s loss. Petesy and Niall give their takes on all the latest news including Brock Lesnar’s potential return to the UFC and Nick Diaz reportedly reemerging in 2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Petesy and Niall give their takes on last weekend’s UFC Vegas 8 and KSW 54 cards, discussing Aleksandar Rakic’s proximity to a title shot, Neil Magny’s victory over Robbie Lawler and Mateusz Gamrot’s last fight with KSW. Brendan Loughnane joins the show to discuss his Contender Series opponent Bill Algeo being handed a UFC debut and his situation with PFL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/31/2020 • 50 minutes, 2 seconds
Jack ‘n’ Till | Till & Hermansson | Gibson on Jones at heavyweight
Ahead of their (unofficial) European title bout, Darren Till and Jack Hermansson join the show. Celebrated striking coach Brandon Gibson also stops by to give his thoughts on Jon Jones moving to heavyweight. Petesy and Niall look back on Frankie Edgar’s victorious bantamweight debut and preview this weekend’s UFC event headlined by Anthony Smith and Aleksandar Rakic, as well as KSW 54. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/24/2020 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 59 seconds
Yantastic | Petr Yan | Paddy Pimblett
Petesy and Niall review the weekend's heavyweight title fight between Daniel Cormier and Stipe Miocic’s and look at latest headlines in MMA. UFC bantamweight champion Petr Yan joins the show to speak about what's next for him after multiple callouts on social media. Cage Warriors lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett explains why he might not be cleared to fight in time for the Cage Warriors' Trilogy events, being offered a fight on DWCS & Brendan Loughnane. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/17/2020 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 45 seconds
How to say ‘Javier’ | Mason Jones | Ian Garry
Petesy and Niall look forward to Daniel Cormier and Stipe Miocic’s trilogy bout and give their takes on the latest headlines in MMA. AKA head coach Javier Mendez sheds light on Khabib Nurmagomedov’s state of mind ahead of his clash with Justin Gaethje. Cage Warriors lightweight champion Mason Jones explains why he is moving up in weight to take on Adam Proctor for the vacant welterweight title and Irish prospect Ian Garry calls in to break the news of his next fight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/10/2020 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 36 seconds
A Contender for Khabib | Jai Herbert talks Trinaldo stoppage
Petesy and Niall give their thoughts on Khabib Nurmagomedov’s recently announced title defense against Justin Geathje and look back on Saturday night’s card headlined by Derek Brunson vs. Edmen Shahbazyan. Former Cage Warriors champion and recent UFC debutant Jai Herbert calls in to give his take on the controversial stoppage of his bout with Francisco Trinaldo. The lads also give their picks for this weekend’s card on ‘My Calls was Hot’. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/3/2020 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 16 seconds
Farewell, For Now, Fight Island | Joanna Jedrzejczyk | Graham Boylan
Petesy and Niall look back at the final installment of the Fight Island series headlined by Robert Whittaker and Darren Till. One of the greatest fighters in MMA history Joanna Jedrzejczyk joins the show to talk about her return to action, and Rose Namajunas' win over Jessica Andrade. Graham Boylan also stops by to discuss Cage Warriors' impact on UFC Fight Island and the promotion's upcoming September cards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/27/2020 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 53 seconds
Not your Average Joe | Joseph Duffy | Gareth A. Davies
Petesy and Niall look forward to Saturday’s final installment of the Fight Island events, topped by Robert Whittaker vs. Darren Till. Joseph Duffy joins the show to give his first interview since hanging up his gloves, shedding light on how he came to the decision. Veteran combat correspondent Gareth A. Davies also calls in to discuss the return of Bellator and the potential return of the promotion’s European Series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/23/2020 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 32 seconds
Challenging Chimaev? | Rhys McKee | Ashah Tafari
Petesy and Niall discuss Cage Warriors' frontrunner Rhys McKee signing with the UFC to take on fellow top prospect Khamzat Chimaev on six days' notice. MMANytt.com's Ashah Tafari joins the show to speak about the emergence of Chimaev. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/20/2020 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 24 seconds
A Fine Day for the U.K. | Karim Zidan | Jack Hermansson
Petesy and Niall discuss an amazing day for U.K. MMA with several wins on Wednesday’s Fight Island card. Bloody Elbow’s Karim Zidan joins the show to discuss the purpose of Abu Dhabi’s sponsorship of the Fight Island events and UFC middleweight Jack Hermansson looks forward to his co-main event bout with Kelvin Gastelum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/16/2020 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 49 seconds
The Leon King | UFC 251 recap | Leon Edwards | Ariel Helwani
Petesy and Niall look at back on all the thrills and spills from UFC 251, including Kamaru Usman's win over Jorge Masvidal and the controversial decision in the fight between Max Holloway and Alexander Volkanovski. Leon Edwards calls in to underline his number one contender status and Ariel Helwani discusses how Fight Island could be a regular location for UFC events for the remainder of 2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/13/2020 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 13 seconds
Fight Island insider | UFC 251 breakdown | Jack Shore
Jack Shore responds to Petr Yan’s “ducking” jibes, MMA Fighting’s Guilherme Cruz describes the atmosphere in Abu Dhabi, and Petesy and Niall break down the card including Volkanovski v Holloway, Yan v Aldo and Usman v Masvidal. Also, the first ever edition of “My Calls Was Hot” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/9/2020 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 17 seconds
THE RETURN! | Usman v Masvidal | Eddie Alvarez on the art of negotiation
Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath return with the inaugural episode of “The Bash”. Eddie Alvarez joins the show to discuss his experiences negotiating with the UFC and matchmaker Joe Silva. The lads discuss Jorge Masvidal coming to terms with the UFC for his welterweight title fight with Kamaru Usman, Fight Island, European bantamweight beef, (mistakenly) being left out of the World MMA Awards and the passing of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/7/2020 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 27 seconds
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European MMA’s most outspoken duo, Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath, present a no-holds-barred podcast focusing on the biggest stories and biggest names in the world of mixed martial arts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.