MORNING KOMBAT WITH LUKE THOMAS AND BRIAN CAMPBELL UFC Nashville: Lewis Stops Teixeira, UFC 318 Storylines, Craig Jones & Chris Algieri Join The Show
Jul 14, 2025
Chris Algieri, a former world champion boxer and boxing analyst, joins the hosts to preview the upcoming Manny Pacquiao vs. Mario Barrios fight. He shares insights on Pacquiao's return and legacy in boxing. The show also highlights Derrick Lewis's impressive knockout of Tallison Teixeira and debates whether he deserves a title shot at heavyweight. Additionally, they discuss key moments from UFC Nashville, including the trilogy fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, analyzing the strategies that shaped the matches.
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Derrick Lewis Title Shot Viability
- Derrick Lewis remains dangerous with knockout power despite some limitations.
- Given heavyweight division depth issues, a title shot for Lewis is reasonable and exciting.
Referees Must Break Stalling Clinches
- Clinch stalling by Gabriel Bonfim hindered a more dynamic fight with Wonderboy Thompson.
- MMA referees should be empowered to break stalled positions to maintain fight action.
Algieri’s Close-Up with Pacquiao
- Chris Algieri fought Manny Pacquiao 11 years ago and witnessed his high fight IQ.
- Pacquiao's ability to make mid-fight adjustments impressed Algieri profoundly.