JNPO: Josh Gross on Floyd-RIZIN, UFC 230 leftovers

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After 15 months away, our hearts grew fond for the vocal stylings of journalist and podcaster Josh Gross which is why we welcomed him back to the latest Josh Nason’s Punch-Out with open arms.

On the menu for this 45-minute discussion:

– We kick off with some updates on what Josh has been up to including his sojourn into writing about LA’s newest MLS team, a departure from MMA writing

– We then transition to Sunday’s surprise news that Floyd Mayweather is going to fight on RIZIN’s New Year’s Eve show against a dangerous kickboxer…but with no idea on rules, rounds, or anything else. Also, who’s paying for all this?

– We then take a look at what’s next for the winners and losers for UFC 230 including possibilities for Israel Adesanya (seen above) and Chris Weidman. 

– We attempt to answer why Jon Jones would even entertain a third fight with Daniel Cormier at this point.

– We then wrap up a quick look at this Saturday’s UFC 25th anniversary show in Denver, an affair that doesn’t feel like a big celebration at this point.

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JNPO: UFC 214 preview show with Josh Gross

Finally, we have a huge UFC show to get excited for.

Saturday’s UFC 214 is the promotion’s biggest event since last November’s Madison Square Garden show, headlined by a blood rivalry between light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier and former champion Jon Jones.

Previewing the show on the latest Punch-Out is The Guardian’s MMA writer, podcaster, and returning guest Josh Gross.

Josh and Josh talked for 40 minutes on a variety of topics:

– The resurgence in interest for the Ali vs. Inoki book given the buzz over Mayweather vs. McGregor

– A few thoughts from Wednesday’s press conference including a comment Jones made toward a veteran reporter

– The high, high stakes of the Jones vs. Cormier outcome

– The question marks surrounding Robbie Lawler vs. Donald Cerrone at this stage of their career

– Gross’ excitement level at welterweight champion Tyron Woodley vs. Demien Maia

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JNPO: Josh Gross on top UFC 205 storylines, Jon Jones & the U.S. election

UFC 205 is nearly here and with so much to discuss, Josh Nason recruited veteran journalist and author Josh Gross of The Guardian, Bleacher Report, and ‘Ali vs. Inoki’ fame for a full hour of audio power.

On the show:

– We talk about the experience of Josh’s book and some news about its release in Japan.

– We touched on the U.S. presidential election and the unique MMA ties that our president-elect has.

– We discussed the Jon Jones one-year suspension, what it means for him and the sport, and whether the time off could actually help him long-term for his career.

– Then, we look at our top storylines for UFC 205 which include whether Conor McGregor can do what he says he’s going to do, the whole aura around welterweight champion Tyron Woodley, the buzz factor that NYC can provide, Chris Weidman’s big opportunity, and lots more.

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