Levelled up: Junior Fa

Levelled up: Junior Fa

Author: Newshub April 13, 2021 Duration: 1:25:01
Kiwi heavyweight boxing contender drops in to discuss his loss to Joseph Parker earlier this year and why it might be the best thing to ever happen to him. Fa is eyeing big fights in 2021 as he looks to climb the rankings and contend for a title next year. Plus, Fox Sports' Max Laughton covers off an historic WrestleMania weekend for Australia as WWE welcomed fans back at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay, Florida. And Stephen and Brad wrap the weekend in MMA action. Is Marvin Vettori worthy of a UFC title fight against Israel Adesanya. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s a raw, unfiltered conversation happening every week among people who live for the impact of a perfect knockout and the theater of a well-sold body slam. That conversation is Fight Club. Produced by Newshub, this podcast digs into the narratives that define combat sports and professional wrestling, moving beyond just the highlights to explore the personalities, strategies, and business behind the spectacle. It’s a blend of Sports and News commentary, delivered with the passion of genuine fans who understand both the technical artistry of an arm bar and the larger-than-life drama of the squared circle. Each episode feels like a late-night debrief with the most knowledgeable people in the room, breaking down the latest events, controversies, and upcoming bouts across the fighting world. You’ll hear analysis that respects the athleticism of MMA, the tradition of boxing, and the performative brilliance of wrestling, all while capturing the sheer excitement that makes fans care. This isn’t sanitized coverage; it’s the spirited, informed, and often opinionated discussion that happens when the cameras stop rolling. Tune in weekly for a podcast that serves as your regular, comprehensive fix for everything from the biggest pay-per-view results to the underground stories gaining traction. Fight Club is built for those who appreciate the sport and the story equally.
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Duration: 1:06:41
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Duration: 1:01:33
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