Episode 40 of the Talking Brawls MMA Podcast
Its Episode 40 of Talking Brawls MMA and we are joined by a star studded lineup to celebrate the arrival of the UFC for Fight Night 30 this weekend. We preview the action that's going down in the Phones 4u Arena in Manchester this Saturday night October 26th. Episode 40 features:
1. We caught up with one of the true pioneers for Womans MMA in Rosi Sexton as she prepares to fight in her hometown of Manchester for the first time when she takes on Jessica Andrade at UFC Fight Night 30. Rosi joined us to talk about her journey to the UFC and what the fans can expect to see on Saturday night. (17:20)
2. Next on the docket we caught up with TUF 17 alumni "The Big Slow" Luke Barnett who is facing a Andrew Craig this Saturday night. Luke talks about his journey after the show which has seen him continue to flourish under the guidance & tutelage of Chael Sonnen & Mike Dolce. He explains his plans for climbing to the top of the UFC and also exclusively tells us who he wants after his win at Fight Night 30. (43:36)
3. And in the main event we caught up with the knock out machine that is "The Poster Boy" Jimi Manuwa who is on a collision course with Canada's Ryan Jimmo on the main card in Manchester. Jimi talks about the recent visit of Anderson Silva to his Gym "Lions Pride MMA", his prep for the upcoming fight, the growth of the sport in the UK, his quest for a clean finish, where he stands in the division and a whole lot more. (01:22:30)