The Hurt Business
Welcome to The Hurt Business Podcast with Fares Sharari. Tune in for the latest news and insights on upcoming combat sports events locally and globally, plus exclusive interviews with current fighters, coaches, and other influential figures in MMA and boxing. Whether you're a casual fan or die-hard enthusiast, join Fares as he takes you inside the world of combat sports.
Episodes
239 episodes
Sandhagen vs Figueiredo Preview, Eubank vs Benn Reactions, Canelo, Garcia & Haney Fight Weekend
In today's epdisode, Fares and Josh recap last weekends stacked weekend in the combat sports world and previewed this weekends fights. Begining in the UFC, as Ian Garry put on a master performance against Carlos Prates(2:04). Then to this weeke...
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Episode 239
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1:00:02
UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes, Chandler vs. Paddy & Bivol’s Trilogy Call
In today's episode, Fares and Josh react to the latest boxing news as Dmitry Bivol chooses to pursue a fight with Artur Beterbiev over David Benavidez. What does this mean for the division? (1:10)Then it's on to this weekend’s UFC pay-pe...
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Episode 238
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43:57
Post UFC Mexico, Moreno's Dominance, & What's Next for the Flyweights?
In today's episode, Fares and Josh react to last weekends UFC Mexico City card. As Brandon Moreno dominated the young Steve Erceg and thoughts from the rest of the exciting card
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Episode 237
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27:51
EMERGENCY POD: Belal’s Next Test, UFC 314 Revealed, and Ilia Vacates?!
Dana White just dropped BOMBSHELL fight announcements on IG Live, and Fares & Josh are here to break it all down. UFC 315's main event: Belal Muhammad defends his belt against Jack Della Maddalena (0:57), with Valentina Shevchenko vs. Manon...
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Episode 236
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28:10
UFC Apex Recap, UFC Seattle Preview & Beterbiev vs. Bivol 2 Showdown
In today’s episode, Fares and Josh break down last weekend’s action from the UFC Apex Center. Jared Cannonier handled business (2:32), Youssef Zalal cracked the top 10 (8:42), and we share our thoughts on performances from Edmen Shahbazyan, Naz...
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Episode 235
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1:08:08
Adesanya Falls in Saudi, DDP Rises at UFC 312 & UFC Apex Preview!
Fares and Josh are back after a short break to catch you up on everything happening in the world of combat sports! First, we break down UFC Saudi Arabia's Fight Night, where Israel Adesanya suffered a shocking loss to Nassourdine Imavov (0:48)....
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Episode 234
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40:16
UFC 311 Recap, McGregor's Bus Moment, and UFC 313 Fireworks Ahead
In today’s episode, Fares and Josh kick things off by discussing the recent TikTok drama and its near-deletion (2:25), plus the viral footage of Conor McGregor rubbing shoulders with Jake and Logan Paul on a bus (4:36). Then, they dive into the...
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Episode 233
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57:19
First UFC PPV of the Year: UFC 311 Preview Picks
In the first episode of the new year, Fares and Josh kick things off by sharing their thoughts on the year so far (0:32), before diving into the bombshell that shook the MMA world: Arman Tsarukyan is out of the main event, courtesy of a last-mi...
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Episode 232
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49:15
2024 Annual MMA Award Show
In today’s special episode, Fares and Josh reflect on the best moments from this past year in the UFC, highlighting their top picks in categories such as Fighter of the Year (3:20), Fight of the Year (9:31), Knockout of the Year (15:36), ...
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Episode 231
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49:37
Buckley Dominates Colby, UFC Tampa Recap & Usyk vs. Fury 2 Preview!
In today’s episode, Fares and Josh break down all the action from last weekend’s UFC Tampa card. Starting with the main event, Joaquin Buckley delivered a stunning KO against Colby Covington (2:01). Plus, Sean Brady teases a potential fight wit...
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Episode 230
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57:09
Romani Alicea on His Support System, Journey to Muay Thai, Representing Brockton & Goals for 2025
In today's episode, Fares is joined by young Muay Thai champ Romani Alicea. The conversation begins with the story behind his fighter nickname (0:40) and his first steps into martial arts (1:37), leading to his transition from Karate to Muay Th...
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Episode 229
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35:23
Alex Pereira & Jamahal Hill's Encounter, UFC 311 Announcements, and UFC 310 Storylines & Picks!
In today's episode, Fares and Josh break down the latest happenings in the UFC. They kick things off by discussing the recent encounter at the UFC Performance Institute between Alex Pereira and Jamahal Hill (1:39). The conversation then moves t...
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Episode 228
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1:04:15
Petr Yan Outlasts Figgy, Sunny vs. Galal Preview, & What's Ryan Garcia Up To?
In today’s episode, Fares and Josh break down last weekend’s UFC card from Macao, China (0:00). They start with the main event, where Petr Yan set a relentless pace against Deiveson Figueiredo (0:59). Next, they dive into the co-main event as Y...
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Episode 227
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43:15
UFC 309 Recap, Jon Jones’ GOAT Status, Oliveira’s Domination & More!
In today's episode, Fares and Josh dive into the latest UFC 310 updates, starting with the Welterweight shuffle as Shavkat Rakhmonov is now set to face Ian Garry (0:45). They also share their thoughts on Kai Asakura's championship debut against...
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Episode 226
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59:55
Finally Jon Jones vs Stipe, Oliveria vs Chandler Rematch & all UFC 309 Thoughts
In today’s episode, Fares and Josh dive into the highly anticipated UFC 309 card for Saturday, November 16. Headlining the event is one of the sport’s all-time greats, Jon Jones, defending his crown against the most decorated heavyweight ...
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Episode 225
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26:12
Kyle Boller on the Origins of 'Magic Man,' Journey into Combat Sports, and His Upcoming Title Fight!
In today’s episode, Fares is joined by Kyle ‘Magic Man’ Boller, who shares how he earned his nickname (0:42), reflects on his early days getting into sports (11:16), and talks about his first taste of fight training (15:33). Kyle opens up about...
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Episode 224
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43:32
Ilia Topuria Fighter of the Year Should Khamzat Jump Strickland? & Moreno vs. Albazi Breakdown
In today’s episode, Fares and Josh break down last weekend’s UFC 308 card. They kick things off with Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway (1:10), followed by a look at the co-main event where Khamzat Chimaev finishes Rob in one round. Should Khamzat s...
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Episode 223
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58:02
UFC Apex's Brandon Royval vs Tatsuro Taira & Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol
In today's episode, Fares and Josh break down this weekend's fights, starting with UFC Apex's main event featuring Brandon Royval vs. Japan's Tatsuro Taira (1:12). Next, they dive into the MASSIVE light heavyweight undisputed bout between Artur...
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Episode 222
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46:13
What really happened in Daniel Dubois vs Anthony Joshua?
In today's episode, Fares and Josh react to the last weekends heavyweight showdown between Daniel Dubois and Anthony JoshuaHBP Merch:https://shophbp.com/FOLLOW:
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Episode 221
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23:24
Adesanya vs. Du Plessis UFC 305 Preview, Vergil Ortiz's Win, & Craig Jones Invitational
In today's episode, Fares and Josh kick things off by breaking down last weekend's instant classic, where Vergil Ortiz defeated Serhii Bohachuk (3:50). Next, they dive into this weekend's UFC 305 card from Perth, where Dricus Du Plessis i...
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Episode 220
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55:10
Canelo vs Berlanga Pressers, Turki Al Shaki’s Controversial Tweet, & Vergil Ortiz's Next KO?
In today's episode, Fares and Josh delve into the latest mysteries and controversies shaking up the combat sports world. First, they unpack the explosive Canelo vs Berlanga press conference and what secrets were revealed this week (1:37). Then,...
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Episode 219
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38:05
Combat Weekend Recap: Terrence Crawford Does It AGAIN, UFC Umar Nurmagomedov vs. Cory Sandhagen & more!
In today's episode, Fares and Josh discuss the well-crafted Riyad Season Boxing Card from Los Angeles. As Terrence Crawford successfully moving up and defeating Madrimov (1:31). Jose "El Rayo" Valenzuela puts on the moment of the weekend,...
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Episode 218
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56:29
Belal Dominates Leon, Tom Aspinall Calls Out Bones & UFC 304 Takeaways
In today's episode, Fares and Josh react to this past weekend's UFC 304 card from Manchester, England. Belal Muhammed proves the world wrong and beats Leon Edwards (2:52). Tom Aspinall KOs Curtis Blaydes in the first round (12:22). Paddy ...
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Episode 217
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40:30
UFC 304: Edwards vs. Muhammed, Aspinall vs. Blaydes, and Canelo's Next Opponent
"In today's episode, Fares and Josh break down the upcoming UFC 304 card in Manchester, England. They start with the heated main event, where Welterweight Champion Leon Edwards faces #2 contender Belal Muhammed. They discuss the build-up, what ...
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Episode 216
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1:10:11
Cage Titans 66 Recap w/ Chris DiCarlo
In today's episode, Fares is joined by Chris DiCarlo, host of the CagedIn Podcast, to recap last Saturday's Cage Titans 66 card. They start with the exciting build-up (1:24), then dive into the main event where Slippery Pete became the new ligh...
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Episode 215
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1:02:38