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**Eddie Hearn Enters MMA? McGregor’s Real Comeback Plan + White House Card Debate**

Chael reacts to Eddie Hearn finally saying he’ll promote MMA, arguing it’s a bad move because MMA requires a deep roster and nonstop event cadence, and that Hearn’s real battle is defending boxing as Dana White pushes into it. He discusses Israel Adesanya feeling underappreciated ...  Show more

 . 55min 47sec
**Eddie Hearn Tells Aspinall “Don’t Fight” + Dana’s McGregor vs Ian Garry Slip? Jones Pay Drama**

Chael reacts to Eddie Hearn calling Tom Aspinall’s UFC contract a “disgrace” and advising him not to fight. Discusses Dana White letting slip a Conor McGregor vs Ian Garry matchup at welterweight (not in Ireland), and why it makes sense for the UFC. Then, what does Jon Jones sayi ...  Show more

 . 39min 30sec

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