MCGRATH: The inspiration that is Jared Gordon
I got the opportunity to talk to Jared Gordon in December, for about 30 minutes for a story I was working on. I knew Jared’s story; but I was not sure that everybody else did. […]
INTERVIEW
How to Halt a Prospect with Max Humphrey and Adam Borics
Ahead of Bellator 222, MMATorch’s Dylan Bowker spoke to Max Humphrey and Adam Borics, about being the “other guy” facing a touted prospect. Bellator 222 is going to showcase some big MMA bouts on Friday, June […]
‘Sweats and trash bags’: Bellator’s T.J. Jones on cutting weight to make 265 for Jake Hager fight
T.J. Jones was packing meat when the call came in on Feb. 20. It wasn’t your typical what do you want for dinner type thing. It was Bellator MMA’s matchmakers and they had a proposition: […]
INTERVIEW: UFC heavyweight Juan Adams doubts UFC will give him Greg Hardy
Juan Adams is unapologetic. Look no further than his tweet after his first career loss at UFC Ottawa Saturday night. He tweeted a picture of a hearty meal and he proclaimed he hasn’t “changed for […]
Bellator 220’s Liam McGeary on appreciating WWE and if he’d ever make the jump to pro wrestling
Former Bellator light heavyweight champion Liam McGeary has his hands full with Phil Davis this weekend at Bellator 220, but he always finds time to enjoy some time to himself and with his family. The […]
RIZIN’S Damien Brown on working a job while fighting, UFC pay structure, and which MMA legend he wants to fight next
Damien Brown is a guy that’s seen it all. A native of Albury, Australia, he’s a veteran of the Australian Army, an active prison guard at a maximum-security prison, and a nearly ten-year MMA veteran. […]
‘I’m a jab guy now, not a job guy’: Jake Hager ready to move on from pro-wrestling losses to MMA wins
We had the opportunity to speak to Jake Hager aka Jack Swagger aka Jake Strong and get his thoughts on starting his new career in MMA ahead of his first fight at Bellator 214 this Saturday. […]
Jack Swagger on returning to WWE after MMA run: ‘I want to go back there’
Last week we had the pleasure of chatting with Jake Hager aka Jake Strong aka Jack Swagger ahead of his MMA debut at Bellator 214 but you know we had to talk some wrestling! Former […]
MMATorch’s Dylan Bowker interviews ONE Championship’s Amir Khan and Eduard Folayang ahead of “Conquest of Champions” event (w/ live stream fight video)
Manila’s Mall of Asia Arena will again welcome the ONE Championship brand and all of it’s fans for Conquest of Champions. The ONE faithful will gather to see if champions are in fact conquered when […]
ONE “Pursuit of Power” Q&A with main event fighters
Friday, July 13th marks the second foray into Kuala Lumpur for ONE Championship in 2018. Hometown warrior Agilan Thani tops the card against knockout artist Zebaztian Kadestam. The ONE Super Series brand will also be […]
Bellator 201 INTERVIEWS: Bowker speaks to Awad, Peralta and Lara
Bellator 201 will emanate from Temecula, California on June 28th. MMATorch’s Dylan Bowker spoke to three main card fighters, before the event. (Some language NSFW) Saad Awad Saad Awad’s upcoming June 29th bout against Ryan Couture is something […]
MMATORCH INTERVIEW: Bowker speaks to BTC FC promoter prior to event
BTC Fight Promotions has been active in the greater Toronto Area for a bit over a year. The organization heads towards their third installment, BTC 3 Prophecy. It goes down Saturday, June 23rd and it’s BTC’s first […]
MMATORCH INTERVIEW: Ken Shamrock discusses Pancrase, Pride, Royce Gracie rivalry MORE
With 3 decades of combat sports experience, few can claim to a broader historical perspective than Ken Shamrock. Our very own Dylan Bowker spoke to Shamrock, getting fresh insight on the origins of what we […]
Bellator 199 AUDIO INTERVIEWS: Bowker speaks with Carrington Banks and Javy Ayala
Bellator 199 will take place on Saturday May 12, emanating from San Jose, California, airing on the Paramount Network. Before the event, Dylan Bowker spoke to Carrington Banks and Javy Ayala. Carrington Banks Carrington Banks is unbeaten […]
UNIFIED MMA 33 AUDIO INTERVIEWS: Bowker speaks with to main event fighters and promoter.
Unified MMA will air Unified MMA 33 via Fite TV pay-per-view on Friday May 11. MMATorch’s Dylan Bowker spoke with two combatants competing in title fights, along with the events promoter. (Note: Some language NSFW) […]
TKO 43 Audio Interviews: Bowker speaks to Jesse Arnett and Brendan Kornberger
TKO 43 will air on UFC Fight Pass on Friday, May 4. Dylan Bowker of MMATorch spoke to two headlining fighters prior to the event. Jesse Arnett Jesse Arnett is regarded as the consensus number […]
ONE: Iron Will and Galvanizing A Champion’s Spirit
ONE Championship: Iron Will goes at Impact Arena in Bangkok and offers several compelling event elements. MMATorch’s Dylan Bowker conducted a Q&A with two main event fighters. One of the most decorated bantamweights in MMA […]
Combat Clairvoyants: Visions of Victory from ONE Championship athletes
ONE Championship will host Visions of Victory on March 9, Dylan Bowker captured exclusive comments from several of the top fighters on the card. Kuala Lumpur plays host to ONE: Visions of Victory and they […]
Q&A with the Global Superheroes of ONE Championship
ONE Championship return with their second action packed event of January 2018. Global Superheroes will showcase a main event title bout, renowned sanda practitioner Lan Ming Qiang continues his MMA journey, homegrown featherweight standout Eric “The […]
MMATORCH INTERVIEW: Cris Cyborg discusses her future plans, boxing aspirations, legacy, and WWE future.
After dispatching Holly Holm at UFC 219, the MMA world is awaiting the next move of Cris “Cyborg” Justino. MMATorch’s Dylan Bowker conducted an interview with Cyborg, where she addresses her future and legacy within […]
MMATORCH INTERVIEW: Aaron Pico talks preparation, expectations, and boxing aspirations
On Jan. 20, touted MMA prospect Aaron Pico will take on veteran fighter Shane Kruchten at Bellator 192. Our own Robert Vallejos conducted a phone interview with Pico prior his fight against Kruchten. Pico discusses his […]
TKO 41 PRIMER: An in-dept guide to TKO MMA’s centerpiece event airing live on UFC Fight Pass today
On Dec 8, TKO 41 will air live on UFC Fight Pass. Here is a detailed guide to the card, with exclusive quotes from several fighters. TKO 41: Ten men, Five belts, and One defining […]
MMATORCH INTERVIEW: Bellator Lightweight Title challenger tomorrow night, Brent Primus, talks of Chandler challenge
As Bellator NYC looms closer and closer, I was able to talk with Bellator Lightweight Title challenger Brent Primus who will be taking on champion Michael Chandler. Primus is undefeated in his MMA career and […]
MMATORCH INTERVIEW – RYAN COUTURE: “There’s no pressure (at Bellator) that seems to hang around at every UFC event.”
Bellator NYC is on the fast track to being one of the biggest cards of 2017. The event hosts three title fights as well as Fedor-Mitrione and the grudge match of Sonnen-Wanderlei. Bellator NYC also […]