The Auld Triangle - Irish MMA Podcast
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The Auld Triangle is an Irish MMA podcast hosted by Ian O'Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson. Each episode, we'll be joined by a prominent guest to discuss the local scene, from amateur shows to those forging their path in the UFC. New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Powered by SevereMMA.com
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0:00 - Intro
4:30 - Andy’s AI Hatred
6:35 - Matt Elliott Stuns with Thunderous KO
9:50 - Damien McGuigan Suffers Cage Warriors Debut Defeat
14:10 - Armand Herczeg’s Body Shot Beatdown
16:45 - Dara Ward Succumbs to Crocker Submission
18:40 - Lee Hammond is Back with a Bang
25:30 - Denis Frimpong Rebounds Back to Winning Ways
30:45 - Omar Tugarev Rebounds in Finland
34:30 - Iúr FC 17 Review
46:40 - Cage Conflict XVII Review
1:00:30 - Clan Wars 54 Review
1:07:00 - Outro
Welcome to Episode 102 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
The lads recap an action-packed March schedule in Irish MMA, including Matt Elliott's breakout performance, Lee Hammond's emphatic MMA return, Armand Herzeg's body shot KO, and Denis Frimpong & Omar Tugarev returning to winning ways. A busy month on the domestic scene, the lads also review Iúr, Cage Conflict, Virtus and Clan Wars cards.
Welcome to Episode 101 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
With Caoilte off on his world travels, Ian and Andy sit down to discuss the Cage Warriors 200 card, get into the potential Irish vs Irish matchups, and ponder the question: is MMA really sport?
0:00 - Reflections on Reaching 100 Episodes
17:00 - Cage Warriors President Graham Boylan Interview
52:45 - Solomon Simon vs Nik Bagley Preview
1:02:16 - Dario Bellandi vs Paddy McCorry Preview
1:08:15 - CW 200 Main Card Preview
1:14:00 - Andy Ryan Interview
1:50:10 - CW 200 Prelims Preview
Welcome to Episode 100 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
The lads reflect on reaching the 100-episode milestone and reminisce on how it all began, before previewing the huge Cage Warriors 200 card this weekend..
Cage Warriors President, Graham Boylan, and Team Ryano head coach, Andy Ryan, also join the show ahead of the milestone event.
0:00 - Intro & Super Bowl chat
7:15 - Brian Manning Stuns in Oktagon Debut
15:40 - Jordan Bradshaw's Coming Out Performance in Ares
22:13 - Solomon Simon Talks Nik Bagley & CW Featherweight Title Defence
49:00 - Elite FC 7 Recap
58:45 - Paddy McCorry Joins the Show Ahead of CW Middleweight Title Fight
1:29:00 - Jack Maguire Returns to Oktagon action
1:30:25 - Is Oktagon Coming to Ireland?
Welcome to Episode 99 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
Solomon Simon and Paddy McCorry both join the show ahead of their respective Cage Warriors world title fights on the historic CW200 card later this month in Dublin.
Andy, Ian and Caoilte chat about the Superbowl, recap Brian Manning's A+ Oktagon debut, Jordan Bradshaw's coming out performance on Ares, this weekend's Elite FC card, and discuss Oktagon potentially coming to Ireland.
In this special edition of The Auld Triangle, Danni McCormack joins the lads to discuss her decision to retire from MMA and reflect on an amazing career that saw her become Ireland's first ever Invicta FC world champion.
Welcome to Episode 98 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
Brian Manning joins the show ahead of his Oktagon debut, where he discusses his recent injury, why Oktagon was the perfect fit for the next chapter of his career, standing out from the crowd, and why he won't be satisfied unless he gets a finish vs Daniel Schwindt.
Andy, Ian and Caoilte react to the Cage Warriors 200 fight announcements, and live draft their Irish MMA fighters primed for success in 2026.
Welcome to Episode 97 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
The lads review the year from an Irish MMA perspective, argue their 2025 draft results and award The Auld Triangle of the Year award.
Welcome to Episode 96 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
Oktagon double champion, Will Fleury, joins the show ahead of the biggest fight of his career vs Martin Buday in Prague.
The lads react to Nikolay Grozdev's incredible win on WOW FC, and discuss the recent domestic action at GladiatÉire and Elite FC.
Welcome to Episode 95 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
The lads discuss the impact of Ian Machado Garry's victory over Belal Muhammad on the welterweight division, and if he is primed to be the next title contender, Solomon "King" Simon's champion-making performance to claim Cage Warriors gold, Omar Tugarev's disappointing performance to lose his Cage Warriors belt, and all the other news & action in Irish MMA.
Every Dylan Tuke interview is must watch/listen, but this just might be his greatest yet:
🔹His decision to retire, the conflicting feelings, and the struggle to come to terms with it ending.
🔸The impact his Nanny/Ma had on his life, and the grief he’s experiencing since losing her.
🔹Contemplating becoming a trauma counselor to help children.
🔸Starting MMA as a bullied child
🔹The original label of “The next McGregor”
🔸Brain trauma in MMA
🔹The Adam Ventre war
🔸Dealing with loss in front of a sold-out 3Arena
🔹Career mismanagement
🔸The brutal state of pay in MMA
And much much more.
A special episode of The Auld Triangle to say goodbye (at least for now) to “The Nuke”
Welcome to Episode 94 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
Solomon "King" Simon joins the show to talk about his upcoming Cage Warriors world title fight, the Dublin main event cancellation and Nik Bagley injury, training alongside his brother and more.
Andy, Ian, and Caoilte discuss the Cage Warriors welterweight title picture and challenge whether the promotion is to be treated as a standalone organisation or simply a vehicle for fighters to get to UFC.
Additionally, they unpack an absolutely packed October calendar of action and news in the world of Irish MMA.
Welcome to Episode 93 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
The lads discuss all the controversy of the rematch between Paul Hughes and Usman Nurmagomedov, a tough night for Irish MMA at PFL Dubai, Ian Machado Garry drawing former UFC champion Belal Muhammad for a potential number-one contender fight, and Conor McGregor's 18-month suspension by CSAD.
That, and much more Irish MMA news and action.
Welcome to Episode 92 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
Caolan Loughran joins the show ahead of his PFL debut. "The Don" reacts to Lewis McGrillen withdrawing from their fight and discusses his new matchup vs Jack Cartwright.
Andy, Ian and Caoilte dissect the Cage Warriors 194 card that took place in Dublin's RDS on Saturday. The lads also look ahead to the gigantic rematch between Paul Hughes and Usman Nurmagomedov this Friday in Dubai. Additionally, they discuss Solomon Simon and Omar Tugarev's Cage Warriors title fight announcements, Darragh Kelly's impressive win at PFL Nantes and the news that Karl Moore failed a drugs test.
Welcome to Episode 91 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
Damien McKenna, Trevor Makengo, and Jamie Abbott-Bissett all join the show for the first time ahead of an action-packed Cage Warriors Dublin event this Saturday at the RDS.
Andy, Ian and Caoilte discuss Paddy McCorry returning home from Las Vegas with a victory but unfortunately no UFC contract, Caolan Loughran's opponent change from Lewis McGrillen to Jack Cartwright and Denis Frimpong's impressive Oktagon victory over Peter Gabal. The lads also preview this weekend's Cage Warriors Dublin card, and talk much more Irish MMA news and action.
Welcome to Episode 90 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
Solomon "King" Simon joins the show ahead of his upcoming fight vs Aiden Lee at Cage Warriors Dublin. The Team Ryano fighter reflects on his highlight-reel finish last time out in the RDS, Harry Hardwick's departure from the Cage Warriors featherweight division, and a possible title opportunity?
Andy, Ian and Caoilte discuss the recent string of tough result for Irish UFC fighters. The lads react to the controversial handling of the illegal knee suffered by Kiefer Crosbie at UFC Shanghai, Herb Dean's early stoppage in Rhys McKee's fight, and Shauna Bannon's submission loss to Sam Hughes.
Welcome to Episode 89 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
Kiefer "BDK" Crosbie joins the show ahead of his fight vs Taiyilake Neuraji at UFC Shanghai later this month. Crosbie discusses his camp under Eric Nicksick at Xtreme Couture, the changes in SBG Ireland & his relationship with John Kavanagh, his struggles with addiction and depression following his UFC losses, and how he has picked himself back up to put it all on the line once again when he travel to China to face Neuraji.
Andy, Ian and Caoilte react to Artem Lobov's shock return to MMA vs Zubaira Tukhugov, Omran Chaaban's sensational leg-kick TKO, Will Fleury's biggest Oktagon test to date vs Martin Buday, rumoured PFL bouts, Cage Warriors Dublin fight announcements, and much more!
Welcome to Episode 88 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
Irish MMA stalwart Brian "The Pikeman" Moore joins the show to discuss his decision to hang up the gloves once and for all, reflect on his storied career that saw him become the first Irishman to ever headline a Bellator show, and look ahead to life after retirement.
Andy, Ian and Caoilte react to Leon Hill's impressive return to Cage Warriors, Gerard Burns' grueling victory in Bulgaria, and all the recent news & action in Irish MMA.
Welcome to Episode 87 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
Newly minted Cage Warriors champion Omar "The Takeover" Tugarev joins the show following his title-clinching performance over James Power. The Team KF lightweight chatted to the lads about his background from bully victim to MMA champion, his rapid ascent since turning pro, and whether a Cage Warriors title defence or Dana White's Contender Series comes next.
Andy, Ian and Caoilte recap a supremely busy June schedule in the world of Irish MMA.
Welcome to Episode 86 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
Oktagon lightweight, Denis "The Menace" Frimpong, joins the show to talk fatherhood, Oktagon path, next fight and more.
Andy, Ian and Caoilte discuss PFL's mishandling of the Nurmagomedov vs Hughes rematch, career paths for Irish fighters in 2025, Omran Chaaban and Flobater Fares' brilliant performances over at UAE Warriors, and much more Irish MMA news & action.
Welcome to Episode 85 of “The Auld Triangle” Irish MMA podcast, hosted by Ian O’Neill, Caoilte de Barra, and Andy Stevenson.
The lads discuss a perfect night for the Irish in action at CW189 in Rome. Paddy McCorry's cultural moment following his win over Shuki Farage stole the narrative of the night, with Ryan Shelley rebounding into the win column with a submission over the experienced Simone D'Anna, and Gary Rooney marking his Cage Warriors debut with a choke of his own!
Later in the podcast, Andy, Ian and Caoilte discuss Andreeas Binder in TUF, Ben Mahon's shining performance on Iúr FC XV, and the rest of the Irish MMA news & action.
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