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MMA ON THE ROCKS – PICKS AND POURS #98 | UFC VEGAS 124We're back with Picks and Pours Episode 98! This week, Bill and Matt the Mechanic break down UFC Vegas 124, headlined by a heavyweight showdown between Waldo Cortes-Acosta and Johnny Walker. The co-main event features a women's strawweight clash between Tatiana Suarez and Virna Jandiroba.The main event and co-main event have some intrigue, but the rest of this card? Let's just say the UFC isn't exactly bringing out the fireworks this weekend. Matt makes his picks, we run through the latest MMA news, share a few thoughts, and call it a show.Grab a drink, settle in, and let's get into it!🥃 SUBSCRIBE, LIKE & FOLLOW MMA ON THE ROCKS!

UFC 333 main card and gives his predictions for a massive night of fights featuring TWO championship bouts.Alexander Volkanovski puts his featherweight title on the line against undefeated contender Movsar Evloev in the main event, while Petr Yan and Merab Dvalishvili run it back for the bantamweight championship in a highly anticipated trilogy fight. The card also features heavyweight contenders Alexander Volkov and Rizvan Kuniev, rising featherweight talents Aaron Pico and Losene Keita, and a flyweight showdown between Lone’er Kavanagh and Ramazan Temirov.Meanwhile, Bill is gearing up for a busy weekend in Southwest Florida as he heads to Fort Myers to work color commentary for Vigilant MMA: Combat Quest 50. We talk local MMA, fight predictions, and everything else happening in the world of combat sports.Grab a drink, settle in, and find out who Matt is picking to get their hand raised at UFC 333!🥃 Picks & Pours: Where MMA talk meets adult beverages.

Bill and Matt are back for Picks & Pours Episode 94, and this week’s UFC card gives them plenty of room to talk trash. Bill recaps his recent trip to NYC, shares the story of his dog’s injury and the surgery that followed, and catches everyone up on life outside the cage.Then it’s time to break down UFC Edmonton, headlined by Canadian favorite Mike Malott taking on Joaquin Buckley. Matt “The Mechanic” delivers his picks for the main card, but let’s be honest: outside of the main event, this card doesn’t exactly have us jumping out of our seats. Can the fights deliver, or are we in for a long night?As always, expect MMA talk, questionable takes, fight predictions, and plenty of banter. Grab your favorite pour and join us for another round of MMA on the Rocks: Picks & Pours!

MMA on the Rocks – Picks and Pours 93: UFC 331Bill and Matt are back with another round of MMA on the Rocks – Picks and Pours as they break down the main card for UFC 331!The flyweight title is on the line as Joshua Van defends his belt against former champion Alexandre Pantoja in a highly anticipated rematch. After their first meeting ended early due to Pantoja’s injury, the two finally get the chance to settle things inside the Octagon.In the co-main event, Arman Tsarukyan takes on Mauricio Ruffy in a five-round lightweight showdown, while Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson continues his MMA journey against Sean Sharaf.As always, Matt “The Mechanic” makes his picks for the UFC 331 main card, while Bill brings the hot takes, whiskey, and plenty of MMA talk.Plus, the guys catch up on the latest MMA news and headlines from around the sport.🥃 Pour yourself a drink and join us for Picks and Pours 93!

Bill and Matt are back with another round of MMA on the Rocks – Picks & Pours! This week, the guys break down the UFC Shanghai main card, headlined by a 135-pound showdown between Umar Nurmagomedov and Song Yadong.Matt “The Mechanic” puts his fight-picking skills to the test once again, giving his picks and predictions for the biggest fights on the card. Who's getting the W, and who’s getting sent back to the drawing board?We also dive into some major business news in the MMA world, including the merger between MVP MMA, Jake Paul’s promotion, and the PFL. What does this new alliance mean for the future of MMA, and could it shake up the sport’s promotional landscape?🍻 In this episode:🥊 UFC Shanghai main card breakdown🔥 Umar Nurmagomedov vs. Song Yadong🎯 Matt’s picks and predictions💰 MVP MMA + Jake Paul + PFL merger discussion🥃 MMA talk, whiskey, and plenty of questionable opinionsSubscribe to MMA on the Rocks for weekly MMA previews, predictions, news, and stories from the world of combat sports!

Bill and Matt “The Mechanic” are breaking down the UFC Sacramento main card, headlined by a middleweight showdown between Anthony Hernandez and Gregory Rodrigues.Matt makes his picks for the entire main card, while the guys break down the matchups, debate the biggest questions heading into fight night, and talk about who they think has the edge once the cage door closes.🥊 UFC Sacramento🔥 Anthony Hernandez vs. Gregory Rodrigues🎯 Matt “The Mechanic” makes his picks🥃 MMA, whiskey, fight talk & plenty of nonsenseWho are you picking to win? Drop your picks in the comments!

Bill and Matt "The Mechanic" are back with another round of fights, whiskey, and questionable life decisions as they break down UFC Vegas 120!This week's main event features perennial lightweight contender Mateusz Gamrot taking on rising prospect Quillan Salkilld in a pivotal matchup that could shake up the 155-pound division.In the co-main event, friend of the show Billy Quarantillo returns to the Octagon to face veteran Diego Ferreira in what promises to be an action-packed lightweight battle. Matt gives his picks for the entire main card while Bill shares stories from hosting his wife's family for the past two weeks and somehow surviving the experience.Grab your favorite pour and join us as we preview all the action, discuss the latest MMA news, and make our predictions for another exciting UFC Fight Night.🥃 Cheers, and enjoy the fights!

🥃 Picks & Pours #88 is here! Bill and Matt are back after a week off, and there's plenty to catch up on.This week, we break down UFC Abu Dhabi: Ankalaev vs. Guskov, with Matt making his official picks for the entire main card. Can Magomed Ankalaev reassert his dominance, or does Azamat Guskov have what it takes to pull off the upset?Before the fights, we dive into the latest MMA news, discuss what's been happening around the fight world, and share a few stories from our week away from the microphones.Grab your favorite drink, join the conversation, and let us know your predictions for UFC Abu Dhabi in the comments!🥊 In this episode:UFC Abu Dhabi: Ankalaev vs. Guskov PreviewMatt's Main Card PicksLatest MMA News & HeadlinesStories from the Past WeekWhiskey, Beer & MMA Talk🍻 Thanks for watching! If you enjoy the show, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and RING THE BELL so you never miss an episode of MMA on the Rocks.Hosted by: Bill Welker & Matt "The Mechanic"

Conor McGregor is back.On this episode of MMA on the Rocks: Picks and Pours 87, Bill and Matt break down UFC 329 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, headlined by McGregor's long-awaited return to the Octagon. After exactly five years away from MMA and more than six years since his last victory, the former two-division UFC champion faces one of the sport's most beloved fighters, Max Holloway, in a rematch of their 2013 meeting. The guys discuss whether McGregor can still recapture the form that made him one of the biggest stars in combat sports or if Holloway is poised to close the chapter for good.In the co-main event, top lightweight contenders Benoit Saint Denis and Paddy Pimblett meet in a matchup with major title implications. Matt the Mechanic gives his picks for the entire main card and breaks down where he sees the best matchups and betting value.Away from the fights, Bill recaps his 2,500-mile road trip, the guys enjoy a few pours of whiskey, and the conversation goes wherever the night takes it.

Matt the Mechanic is back with his picks for UFC Baku, headlined by Rafael Fiziev taking on Manuel Torres in a lightweight showdown. While the main event should deliver, Bill is even more excited for the co-main event as Shara Magomedov faces Michel Pereira in what could easily steal the show. The guys break down the entire card, discuss the fights they're most looking forward to, and give their thoughts on which matchups are worth keeping an eye on. As always, there are plenty of pours to go with the picks. Bill and Matt enjoy some good whiskey while Bill talks about his last-minute vacation plans for next week and how the spontaneous trip came together.

UFC Freedom 250 is in the books, and Bill and Matt break down the biggest moments from the event. The guys discuss the aftermath of the card, what's next for several of the featured fighters, and the storylines that could shape the UFC landscape moving forward.From championship implications to potential title challengers, they take a look at where some of the night's biggest winners and losers go from here.The conversation then shifts to the upcoming UFC Fight Night 279, headlined by flyweight contenders Manel Kape and Kyoji Horiguchi. Matt gives his picks for the card, but neither host is particularly excited about the lineup. Bill and Matt agree that this is one of the weaker UFC Fight Night cards in recent memory and discuss whether there are any hidden gems worth watching.

The UFC is bringing a historic event to the White House lawn, and we're breaking down every fight on the upcoming UFC Freedom card. Despite featuring only seven bouts, this card is stacked from top to bottom with high-stakes matchups and big names.In the main event, Ilia Topuria puts his lightweight championship on the line against interim champion Justin Gaethje in a fight that promises violence from the opening bell. The co-main event sees Alex Pereira attempt to make history by capturing a title in a third weight class when he faces Ciryl Gane for the heavyweight championship. We give our picks for the entire card, discuss the matchups, and look at what this event could mean for the future of multiple divisions.Outside the cage, Bill recaps his recent cruise vacation to Mexico and pours a glass of Blanton's Bourbon while Matt tries to keep the conversation on track.

On this episode of MMA on the Rocks: Picks and Pours 83, Matt recaps his vacation in Texas while Bill gets ready for a busy stretch with commentary duties for Vigilant in Fort Myers next weekend and an upcoming cruise vacation. The guys talk about the MVP card featuring Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano, Sean Strickland’s recent win, and whatever chaos comes with mixing fight talk and tequila. Bill drinks tequila, Matt keeps things grounded, and the conversation goes everywhere in between.

This one’s just straight up boxing and booze. I sat down with pro bare knuckle fighter Terry “Neph” Williams, poured some Dark Arts Tokaji Cask whiskey, and let it rip. We talk about:👊 Training and what it really takes to stay ready🏋️‍♂️ Gym life and the day-to-day grind👨‍👩‍👧 Trying to balance family with being a pro fighter😂 Plus a lot of laughs and random stories along the way No script, no BS — just a good conversation with a tough dude over a solid pour. If you like fight talk with a little personality (and a drink in hand), you’ll enjoy this one. 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more MMA on the Rocks #MMAonTheRocks #BareKnuckle #BKFC #TerryNephWilliams #BoxingAndBooze #Whiskey #FightTalk

This week on MMA on the Rocks, we break down UFC Vegas 116 and everything you need to know heading into fight night. We run through the main card, including a look at the headline matchup, key stylistic clashes, and where the value is if you’re watching with a betting mindset. From rising contenders to sneaky undercard matchups, we’ve got you covered with our usual mix of analysis and nonsense. Matt the Mechanic steps in with his official picks for three main card fights, so you’ll want to hear where he’s putting his money (and his pride). We also preview BKFC Clearwater going down this Friday at the OCC Road House & Museum. It’s a stacked local card featuring some friends of the show: Ryan ReberTerry WilliamsMike HeckertBrandon AllenWe talk about what to expect, who to watch, and why this is a must-see event if you’re in the area. And of course… it wouldn’t be the show without a little chaos — Matt shares the story of getting absolutely wrecked by deer flies and having an allergic reaction, because apparently surviving fight camps isn’t dangerous enough. Pour something strong, sit back, and enjoy another episode of MMA on the Rocks 🥃 #MMAOnTheRocks #UFCVegas116 #BKFC #BareKnuckle #FightTalk #WhiskeyAndFights