Lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez calls in after training to discuss his first title defense against Conor McGregor at UFC 205, why Conor is the easiest fight in the division, being mentally tough after years of fighting experience, Ferguson vs. dos Anjos, and more. Later, former UFC Middleweight champ Chris Weidman calls in to talk about his fight against Yoel Romero, getting to train at home during fight week, and the one thing he agrees with Michael Bisping about. Plus, Jim and Matt are reunited in studio to break down UFC Fight Night: Ferguson vs. dos Anjos, and another installment of Matt’s Movie Minute.
Some of the highlights from Episode 41 of UFC Unfiltered include:
Eddie is overwhelmed with joy about Saturday’s fight
Eddie explains why Conor is the easiest fight at Lightweight
What does Eddie respect about Conor?
Conor can’t deal with what Eddie’s bringing
Experience keeps Conor out of Eddie’s head
The one thing Weidman and Bisping agree on
With a win, Weidman is the only choice to fight Bisping next
Weidman talks about Fight Week at home
