Isaac Dulgarian Drama, Waldo Cortes-Acosta Wins & Big News in Combat Sports Artwork

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Isaac Dulgarian Drama, Waldo Cortes-Acosta Wins & Big News in Combat Sports

November 06, 2025 • Fares Sharari • Episode 250

In today’s episode, Fares reacts to and breaks down the biggest controversies shaking up the MMA world. Starting with the weekend’s top story — what really happened with Isaac Dulgarian, and thoughts on “throwing fights” (1:32)? Another heavyweight eye poke and Waldo Cortes-Acosta’s rise (11:15) take center stage before diving into the main event, where Steve Garcia dominated David Onama (16:10).

Fares also looks ahead to this weekend’s UFC card as the Bonfim Brothers aim to take over the Apex (19:32). Beyond the Octagon, major headlines hit the combat sports world as Gervonta Davis pulls out of the Jake Paul fight (22:05) — Francis Ngannou to the rescue? The boxing buzz continues with Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr. facing off once again (27:14). To close things out, Dominick Cruz finally launches his own podcast (32:22)

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