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There’s One Guy Who Could Beat Islam Makhachev | TFATK Ep. 1158
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1:30:12Now PlayingOn this episode of The Fighter and The Kid, the guys break down the dominance of Islam Makhachev and debate whether there’s actually a fighter who could beat him. From stylistic matchups and grappling pressure to championship experience and mental toughness, the conversation explores what it would really take to dethrone the lightweight king.
With comedian Nick Simmons in the third chair, the discussion mixes serious MMA analysis with classic TFATK banter, hypotheticals, and the kind of arguments fight fans love to have. A mustwatch episode for anyone debating the future of the lightweight division. Get this episode and all future episodes AD FREE + 2 extended episodes, Fan Questions, exclusive behind the scenes content and more each month at
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