On Episode 179 of Morning Kombat Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell are ready to talk about a packed weekend of combat sports. Jermell Charlo vs. Brian Castano, UFC Fight Night and Bellator 262 are all this weekend (9:10). What should we be watching out for? There were 2 fights announced for UFC 266 (31:40). Colby Covington made some comments about Dustin Poirier's character and called him out. Would this fight eventually make sense (42:50)? The guys also react to the Jake Paul vs. Tyron Woodley press conference (60:50).

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Early Weekend Storylines | Covington Calls Out Poirier | Woodley-Paul | Ep 179