This week on Australian MMA’s Last Week Today, we break down the latest in Australian and New Zealand MMA, including Alex Volkanovski climbing back up the UFC pound-for-pound rankings, Tom Nolan moving to number 14, Navajo Stirling’s big win over Ion Cutelaba, Sarmad Jahanara’s violent ONE Friday Fights finish, Reece McLaren’s UAE Warriors title fight, Jack Della Maddalena training with Max Holloway, and what is coming up next for Aussie MMA fans.

Timecodes:

00:00 - Intro

00:34 - Alex Volkanovski moves up the pound-for-pound rankings

01:04 - Tom Nolan climbs to number 14

01:25 - Quillan Salkilld fight news

01:55 - Sarmad Jahanara’s brutal ONE Friday Fights win

03:10 - Navajo Sterling defeats Ion Cutelaba

04:58 - What could be next for Navajo Sterling

05:52 - Reece McLaren’s UAE Warriors title fight

07:03 - Imran Khan responds after Justin Van Heerden DQ loss,

08:05 - Jack Della Maddalena trains with Max Holloway

08:57 - Luke Jacob retirement comments

09:25 - Showdown NSW preview

09:55 - Kaan Ofli returns at UFC Baku

10:25 - Final thoughts and subscribeFor more visit: www.australianmma.com.au

Danny Mac from International Brawling Championship joins the Australian MMA Podcast ahead of IBC’s July 15 show in Southport, Queensland.

We talk about the rise of IBC, why MMA and boxing athletes are crossing over, the role of entertainment in combat sports, fighter contracts, building the brand, Aaron Tau joining the card, Isaac Hardman, the diamond, production standards and what makes IBC different from traditional MMA and boxing.

IBC has quickly become one of the most talked-about combat sports promotions in Australia, mixing stand-up fighting, big personalities and a fan-first approach.

Watch the full interview with Danny Mac as he explains where IBC is heading next.

Timecodes

00:00 - Intro
01:10 - What IBC is and why MMA fans are watching
03:05 - Danny Mac on IBC’s fourth show
04:20 - Matching entertaining fights
05:40 - Do wins and losses matter in IBC?07:05 - Getting bigger names as IBC grows08:35 - Isaac Hardman and finding the face of IBC10:20 - Gyms starting to train specifically for IBC11:45 - Scaling IBC across Australia and overseas13:00 - What has changed since the last event14:10 - Fighter contracts and building the brand16:00 - Rewarding effort over results17:25 - Watching MMA and boxing for future IBC fighters19:00 - Why MMA fighters are interested in IBC20:15 - The diamond and creating viral moments21:25 - Aaron Tau joining the IBC card22:40 - July 15 show details and production23:25 - Why fans should watch IBC

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Jesse “Psycho” Swain joins the Australian MMA Podcast after a stunning 9-second knockout win over Jeff Fisher at Eternal MMA.

Swain breaks down the head-kick finish, his move to Sydney West Martial Arts, the lessons from his fight with Justin Van Heerden, and why he believes he is ready for another quick turnaround.

He also calls out Mitch Kelly, discusses a potential Eternal MMA interim featherweight title fight, reflects on honouring the late Suman Mokhtarian, and shares his thoughts on the current Australian MMA scene.

Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro
01:35 - Jesse Swain’s 9-second KO
02:30 - Breaking down the head kick
03:30 - Training at Sydney West Martial Arts
04:35 - Lessons from the Justin Van Heerden fight
05:30 - Who Jesse wants next
06:20 - Mitch Kelly callout
08:00 - Jeff Fisher and the Deadpool mask
09:10 - Fighting on Suman Mokhtarian’s birthday
11:15 - Australian Top Team legacy
12:40 - Josh Togo’s influence
13:35 - August 22 return plans
14:20 - Eternal MMA interim belt talk
15:10 - Australian welterweight division drama
16:00 - Geelong Arena and Eternal MMA event thoughts
16:50 - Justin Van Heerden vs Emirhan Hekimoglu
18:00 - Final Mitch Kelly callout
19:15 - Outro

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Mitch Tinley is back with Australian MMA News, covering the latest from around the local and international MMA scene.

This episode includes a quick look at UFC Freedom 250, Alex Volkanovski’s presence on the card, IMMAF Australia withdrawing from the Youth World Championships, and a full recap of Eternal MMA 107 in Geelong.

We also cover big performances from Jesse Swain, Kim Tran, D Samasoni, Josh O’Brien and Justin Van Heerden, plus the latest drama in Eternal MMA’s welterweight division.

To finish, we preview two key fights involving Australian and New Zealand talent, with Sarmad Jahanara fighting at ONE Championship and Navajo Stirling taking on Ion Cutelaba at the UFC Apex.

Timecodes
00:00 - Intro
00:33 - UFC Freedom 250 and Alex Volkanovski
02:00 - IMMAF Australia withdraws from Youth Worlds
03:05 - Eternal MMA 107 recap
04:10 - Kim Tran makes history in Geelong
04:35 - Jesse Swain’s nine-second knockout
06:15 - Justin Van Heerden vs Emrehan Hekimoglu controversy
08:00 - Standout performances from Eternal 107
08:55 - Loni Filimoehala vs Sam Marles announced
10:15 - Eternal MMA welterweight drama
11:10 - Sarmad Jahanara fight preview
12:20 - Navajo Stirling vs Ion Cutelaba preview
13:20 - Final thoughts and wrap-up

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Navajo Stirling returns to the Australian MMA Podcast ahead of his UFC Apex co-main event against Ion Cutelaba.

In this episode, Navajo opens up on his hair transplant journey, the confidence boost that came with it, life after joining the UFC, learning from early criticism, fixing his conditioning, and why he believes this is the fight where everything comes together.

He also breaks down the dangers of Cutelaba’s Greco background, the importance of staying disciplined, and why he is chasing a performance bonus and a statement finish.

Watch Navajo Sterling take on Ion Cutelaba at UFC Apex on Sunday morning in Australia.

Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
02:05 Navajo Sterling joins the show
02:35 Hair transplant results and Turkey trip
06:00 Fighters sliding into the DMs about hair transplants
08:20 Getting things for free after making the UFC
10:15 Why Navajo has not shown his full game yet
12:45 Fixing conditioning and changing his training
15:10 Learning from fan criticism and staying grounded
17:30 Why even decision wins matter
19:00 Ion Cutelaba breakdown
21:15 No mercy mindset in the UFC
23:20 Staying disciplined and chasing the finish
25:00 Prediction, performance bonus and wedding ring plans
26:35 Final message

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Daniel Amari joins Australian MMA after two statement performances that have quickly put the undefeated prospect on the radar.

After stopping two highly rated and dangerous opponents, Amari opens up on his rise, his background, his gym, his training partners, his Syrian heritage, and why he is not going away any time soon.

A calm, smiling and dangerous talent, Daniel Amari might be one of the most exciting names coming through the Australian MMA scene.

Presented by PRP Global.

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This week on Australian MMA Last Week Today, we recap a massive week across the local and international scene. We break down Eternal MMA 106 results, Tom Nolan’s latest UFC win, Junior Tafa’s setback, Lisa Kyriacou's Octagon MMA result, Josh Togo’s retirement, and the upcoming Eternal return to Victoria headlined by Justin Van Heerden. We also look at Max Kelly vs Nate Law, Jack James vs Hoshi Friedrich, Kim Tran’s next move, and plenty more from Australian MMA.

This week on Australian MMA Last Week Today, we recap a massive week across the local and international scene. We break down Eternal MMA 106 results, Tom Nolan’s latest UFC win, Junior Tafa’s setback, Lisa Kyriacou's Octagon MMA result, Josh Togo’s retirement, and the upcoming Eternal return to Victoria headlined by Justin Van Heerden. We also look at Max Kelly vs Nate Law, Jack James vs Hoshi Friedrich, Kim Tran’s next move, and plenty more from Australian MMA.

Timecodes:00:00 - Intro

00:35 - Eternal MMA 106 recap

01:05 - Ash Bristow’s callout

01:45 - Duval stops Kelly Tate

02:25 - Mitch Kelly vs Zac O’Brien

03:05 - Mirwais Kakar submits Andrew Patara

03:40 - Yusuke Sato gets back in the win column

04:25 - Daniel Amari stays undefeated

05:30 - Quinlan Kelly’s quick finish

06:25 - Takashi Taniguchi vs Perci Mwambi

08:20 - Flyweight title picture

09:15 - Lisa Kyriacou falls at Oktagon 89

10:05 - Junior Tafa’s UFC setback

11:10 - Tom Nolan wins again

12:35 - Tom Nolan calls out Money Moicano

13:20 - Inception Fight Series and junior MMA

14:20 - Josh Togo announces retirement

17:00 - Max Kelly gets new Beatdown opponent

18:00 - Jack James vs Hoshi Friedrich announced

19:10 - Eternal returns to Victoria

19:40 - Justin Van Heerden’s final fight

21:30 - Jett Fisher vs Jesse Swain

22:25 - Kim Tran vs Alex Smith

23:20 - More Eternal Victoria fights to watch

24:35 - Australian MMA Magazine and PRP Global

25:40 - OutroFor more visit: www.australianmma.com.au

Alfred Stoddart returns to the Australian MMA Podcast and does not hold back.

After his Eternal MMA welterweight title fight fell apart, Alfred breaks down the full timeline, from Loni Filimoehala’s injury, to Glen Pettigrew stepping in, to another opponent change leaving him without a fight.

He also talks about sparring former UFC champion Robert Whittaker, why he believes the welterweight division is full of talk, his issues with fighters turning down short-notice title opportunities, and the drama surrounding Lonnie’s belt-stealing skit.

This is Alfred Stoddart at his most unfiltered.

Timecodes:

00:00 - Intro
02:20 - Alfred Stoddart joins the show
03:45 - Training camp frustration after the fight cancellation
05:10 - How the Loni Filimoehala fight was originally booked
07:30 - The Bali run-in and building hype with Lonnie
09:35 - Finding out Lonnie was injured
11:20 - Glen Pettigrew stepping in
13:00 - Sparring Robert Whittaker
17:00 - Helping Jacob Malkoun with southpaw looks
18:30 - The brutal double-sparring day
20:10 - Alfred’s reaction to Lonnie taking the belt
21:40 - The welterweight tier list drama
24:15 - Why Alfred is angry at the division
27:00 - Fighters turning down the short-notice title fight
29:30 - Calling out the talking without fighting
31:10 - Glen Pettigrew steroid accusation discussion
33:00 - Drug testing, peptides and regional MMA
34:50 - What Alfred wants next
36:09 - End

For more visit: www.australianmma.com.au