Currently participating in the 31st season of The Ultimate Fighter, Conor McGregor is expected to face fellow coach Michael Chandler later this year. However, the UFC star’s alleged legal issues have recently been drawing media attention.
In a fresh episode of Discussing the Links, the panel offers its reaction to the accusations aimed at McGregor and deliberates over the potential outcome of his upcoming bout with Chandler. The panel will also reflect on the recent competition winners among UFC, Bellator, and PFL. They will talk about the significance of the recent face-off between Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones, the state of the UFC’s middleweight division following Jared Cannonier’s impressive victory over Marvin Vettori, a possible match between Cannonier and Khamzat Chimaev, and the implications for Israel Adesanya’s next title defense. The conversation will also touch on Saturday’s UFC Jacksonville card, featuring Josh Emmett and Ilia Topuria in the main event, and other topics.
Mike Heck, the host, will preside over the exchange between MMA Hook’s Eric “New York Ric” Jackman and Alexander K. Lee.
Tune in for the live show at 12:30 p.m. ET / 9:30 a.m. PT in the video above.
In case you missed the live streaming, you can watch the video above or listen to the podcast version. The podcast is available below and can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and wherever you source your podcasts.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about UFC Discussion
What is the main topic of the recent episode of Discussing the Links?
The recent episode primarily focuses on Conor McGregor’s allegations, the impact of the Ngannou-Jones face-off, and the upcoming UFC Jacksonville event.
What is Conor McGregor’s current situation?
Conor McGregor is presently a participant in the 31st season of The Ultimate Fighter and is expected to face fellow coach Michael Chandler later this year. However, he is also dealing with some alleged legal issues.
Who are the panelists on the episode of Discussing the Links?
The panelists on the episode are Eric “New York Ric” Jackman from MMA Hook and Alexander K. Lee, moderated by host Mike Heck.
Where can I watch or listen to the episode if I missed the live stream?
You can watch the episode above or listen to the podcast version. The podcast can be found below and on various platforms including Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.
What UFC events are discussed in this episode?
The panel discusses several UFC events, including the upcoming fight between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler, the significance of the face-off between Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones, and the recent victory of Jared Cannonier over Marvin Vettori. The panel also talks about the upcoming UFC Jacksonville event headlined by Josh Emmett and Ilia Topuria.
More about UFC Discussion
- The Ultimate Fighter Season 31
- Conor McGregor Profile
- Francis Ngannou Vs Jon Jones
- UFC Jacksonville Event
- Discussing the Links Podcast
- Jared Cannonier Vs Marvin Vettori Highlights
5 comments
OmG!! Ngannou vs Jones staredown gave me chills. Both are such beasts!!
That Jacksonville card looks sick!! Emmett vs Topuria is gonna be a banger for sure.
Host Mike Heck always keeps the discussions interesting. Good to see NY Ric and Lee on the panel this time.
Cannonier’s victory over Vettori was epic! Dude deserves a title shot now, right?
McGregor’s always in some legal issue, ain’t he? Still, can’t wait to see him and Chandler in the octagon.