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Episode 51: A Chinese Champion

Episode 51: A Chinese Champion

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In this episode, host Roberto Diaz and his co-host Joe Soto explore the UFC Rankings, who’s involved, and why it matters. Plus, we’ll take a closer look at women in MMA, their rise, their standing and their outlook. The fight between the 6th ranked Weili Zhang and the women’s strawweight champion Jessica Andrade, will also be explored.

UFC Fight Night takes place on Saturday August 31, 2019. This event will be held in Shenzhen Shi, China.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EPISODE:

  • Who’s in the ranking panel
  • Rankings vs matchmakers
  • Chris Cyborg
  • A growing segment of fighters
  • Appealing and boring fights
  • What to expect
  • Weili Zhang’s case
  • Jessica’s pressure

Links and Resources:

  • Jessica Andrade
  • Weili Zhang
  • Chris Cyborg
  • Ronda Rousey
  • Eddie Pappani
  • Kayla Harrison
  • Ilima-Lei MacFarlane
  • Rose Namajunas
  • Valentina Shevchenko
  • UFC Rankings Panel

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