About this episode

Jon Anik and Kenny Florian break down UFC Baku, including a discussion on Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway 2 and the implications of recent fights and officiating.

Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are back for Episode 601, breaking down a loaded UFC Baku weekend. Rafael Fiziev reminded everyone what he's capable of with a spinning-wheel-kick knockout of Manuel Torres, and the guys get into where that win puts him in the brand-new UFC Meta Rankings — the math-based system that's already shaking up divisions and leaving some fighters furious. RJ Clifford joins live from Azerbaijan, and Ray Longo brings the heat in the Ray Longo Minute, going off on the Nasrat Haqparast early stoppage and the state of UFC officiating — a raw, honest take on referees, fighter safety, and the careers hanging in the balance. Plus: a full breakdown of Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway 2 ahead of UFC 329, with Ray and Kenny weighing in on whether Conor's body can still answer the bell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Jon Anik, Kenny Florian

Guests: Ray Longo, RJ Clifford

Topics covered

• UFC analysis
• fighter rankings
• referee discussions
• Conor McGregor
• Max Holloway
• fighter safety
• knockout highlights

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: UFC, UFC Meta Rankings

Places: Azerbaijan

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