Episodes

  • The Last Rights | Petesy Carroll & Niall McGrath Sign Off

    The Last Rights | Petesy Carroll & Niall McGrath Sign Off
    Mar 29 2021
    On the last ever episode of The Bash, Petesy and Niall talk about all the thrills and spills from UFC 260, Francis Ngannou's coronation moment and ponder what is going on with Jon Jones' heavyweight debut. The lads listen to messages from members of the media and listers before signing off.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • Irish Eyes Are Smiling | Paddy Pimblett | Ian Garry

    Irish Eyes Are Smiling | Paddy Pimblett | Ian Garry
    Mar 22 2021
    On this week's show, Petesy and Niall discuss their decision to end The Bash following next week's episode. Paddy Pimblett joins the show to talk about his stunning display at CW 122 and his next move - UFC or a CW title? Ian Garry reacts to his star-making moment at CW121, gives his take on his upcoming title fight against Jack Grant and reveals who his dream UFC debut would be against. Petesy and Niall discuss the week's action, highlighting what a promising time it is for Irish MMA as well as previewing UFC 260.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 5 mins
  • Leon’s COVID Curse Continues | Marc Goddard | Paul Redmond

    Leon’s COVID Curse Continues | Marc Goddard | Paul Redmond
    Mar 15 2021
    On this week's episode, UFC referee Marc Goddard joins the show to pay tribute to the late Neil Hall and to shed light on all the recent confusion surrounding illegal knees. Paul Redmond also calls in to discuss his free agency, his next move and the current crop of Irish talent at Team Ryano and in the Cage Warriors ranks. Niall and Petesy tackle all the latest headlines and look forward to an action packed week across multiple promotions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 26 mins
  • Hear No Evil, Knee No Evil

    Hear No Evil, Knee No Evil
    Mar 8 2021
    On the back of Petr Yan's DQ loss to Alajmain Sterling at UFC 259, his coach John Hutchinson stops by the show to react to the fight. Petesy and Niall breakdown all the headlines emerging from the marquee event and look forward to next week's Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad card.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 1 min
  • On the Piss with Paulo | Brendan Loughnane

    On the Piss with Paulo | Brendan Loughnane
    Mar 1 2021
    On this week's episode, Brendan Loughnane drops by to discuss the announcement of his first PFL featherweight tournament bout against UFC veteran Sheymon Moraes. Petesy and Niall discuss Dana White's criticism of Cyril Gane, Paulo Costa's pre-fight wine rampage, the booking of James Gallagher vs. Patchy Mix and much more. The lads also look ahead to next weekend's blockbuster UFC 259 card and take questions from the lovely listeners, fighters and media members.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • The Welterweight Waiting Game

    The Welterweight Waiting Game
    Feb 22 2021
    On this week's episode, Petesy and Niall look at the matchmaking conundrum the UFC are facing at the top of the welterweight bracket. The lads also discuss Derrick Lewis' massive knockout win over Curtis Blaydes and the promise of young British heavyweight, Tom Aspinall. For the first time ever, the episode features questions from listeners and media colleagues.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Leon’s Going Big Game Hunting | Leon Edwards | Paul Hughes

    Leon’s Going Big Game Hunting | Leon Edwards | Paul Hughes
    Feb 15 2021
    On this week’s episode, Leon Edwards drops by to give his take on the welterweight title picture following Kamaru Usman’s win at UFC 258 and to shed light on who is most likely to accept a fight with him on March 13. Cage Warriors featherweight contender Paul Hughes announces his latest opponent for CW 120. Petesy and Niall look back on all the thrills and spills from UFC 258, discuss the cancellation of Edwards vs. Chimaev and look forward to this weekend’s Blaydes vs. Lewis event.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Another Title Shot for Conor McGregor? | Tom Aspinall

    Another Title Shot for Conor McGregor? | Tom Aspinall
    Feb 8 2021
    On this week's episode of The Bash, Petesy Carroll and Niall McGrath flesh out the latest lines coming from the lightweight elite and gauge the reaction to a potential third meeting between Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor for all the marbles. Tom Aspinall joins the show and shares a story of his first encounter with future opponent and former champion Andrei Arlovski. The lads also look forward to UFC 258 and give their picks for the pay-per-view event.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 20 mins