In this “Gloves & Roses” episode of the FatBoy MMA Podcast, we take a look at the career of Benson Henderson, one of the greatest Lightweight fighters of all time. We'll discuss his rise to prominence in the WEC, his two reigns as UFC Lightweight Champion, and his retirement from MMA in 2023.

Henderson was a well-rounded fighter with excellent cardio and the ability to adapt to his opponents. He was also a fan favorite due to his exciting fighting style and his humble personality.

In this episode, we'll also talk to some of Henderson's former opponents, favorite fights, etc.

Here are some of Benson Henderson's career highlights:

WEC Lightweight Champion

UFC Lightweight Champion

Fight of the Night (5 times)

Submission of the Night (1 time)

Performance of the Night (1 time)

So if you're a fan of MMA or just want to learn more about one of the greatest fighters of all time, then this is the episode for you.

Listen now to learn more about Benson Henderson's legacy.

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On this episode of the FatBoy MMA Podcast, DC and Lock are giving flowers to Nick Diaz.

Nick Diaz, people! We're talking about a stand-up guy, a real warrior in the MMA world. He's been in the game since 2001, putting it all on the line every single time he steps into the cage. This ain't no walk in the park, folks. This is a man with a 26-10 professional MMA record, always willing to throw down with the best​​.

Diaz started this journey back in '01 against Mike Wick, putting a stamp on his career from day one​​. Let me tell you, there ain't no easy matches in this game. He's taken on the likes of Robbie Lawler, Anderson Silva, Georges St. Pierre, and Carlos Condit. Each of these fights was a test, a chance to prove his worth. Did he back down? Never. That's not the Diaz way​​.

We're talking about a man with a heart of a lion. Diaz ain't playing games. He's got a finish rate of 81% - 13 wins by knockout, 8 by submission, and 5 by decision. That's what I call versatility​.

Now, let's rewind the clock to 2004. UFC 47. Diaz vs Lawler. Diaz drops Lawler in the second round. That win wasn't just a victory; it was a message to the world that Diaz was here to stay​1​. Fast forward to 2021, Diaz and Lawler run it back. This time, Lawler gets the W, but Diaz showed his heart, standing toe-to-toe with Lawler​​.

Then we got UFC 183. Diaz vs Anderson Silva. A fight that goes the distance, only to end in a no contest. But Diaz, he showed his heart in that fight. He stood up against one of the best in the game and held his own​​.

Diaz's story ain't about the wins or losses. It's about “the fight in the man”. He's got that warrior spirit, that never-back-down attitude that makes him a true legend of the sport. His journey is a testament to what it means to be a fighter: to keep standing, keep fighting, no matter what.

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In this episode of The FatBoy MMA Podcast, DC and Lock discuss Takanori Gomi.

Takanori Gomi, also known as "The Fireball Kid," is a retired Japanese mixed martial artist who was born on September 22, 1978, in Kanagawa, Japan. He began his professional MMA career in 1998, and quickly made a name for himself as a skilled striker with knockout power in both his punches and kicks.

Gomi competed in various MMA organizations throughout his career, including Shooto, PRIDE, and the UFC. He was a former Shooto lightweight champion and won the PRIDE lightweight championship in 2005 by defeating Hayato Sakurai.

Throughout his career, Gomi was known for his aggressive fighting style and knockout power, with 13 of his 35 wins coming by knockout. He had notable wins over fighters such as Jens Pulver, Tyson Griffin, and Duane Ludwig.

Gomi retired from MMA in 2018 after a long and successful career. He left behind a legacy as one of Japan's greatest MMA fighters and a fan favorite for his exciting fighting style and willingness to engage in stand-up battles.

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In this episode of the FatBoy MMA podcast, DC and Lock gives flowers to Robbie Lawler.

Robbie Lawler is an American professional mixed martial artist who has been competing since 2001. He is a former UFC Welterweight Champion, former EliteXC Middleweight Champion, and has formerly competed in Strikeforce, PRIDE, and the IFL. Known for his aggressive fighting style, Lawler is the only fighter to have won three consecutive "Fight of the Year" awards from Sherdog and MMA Fighting.

Lawler was born in San Diego, California. He moved to Bettendorf, Iowa, at the age of ten to live with his father, who served in the Marines. Lawler began training in taekwondo at the age of eight, picking up karate two years later. Lawler attended Bettendorf High School where he received All-State honors in wrestling and All-Conference in football².

Lawler was taken under the wing of Pat Miletich when he was 16 years old and began training with Miletich Fighting Systems. Lawler made his professional debut in 2001 and won his first four career fights all by TKO/KO.

Lawler (as of this writing) has a record of 29 wins and 16 losses with 21 wins by knockout and 1 win by submission. He has also had 12 first-round finishes.

Robbie Lawler is an American professional mixed martial artist who has been competing since 2001. He is a former UFC Welterweight Champion, former EliteXC Middleweight Champion and previously he has competed in Strikeforce, PRIDE and IFL. Known for his aggressive fighting style, Lawler is the only fighter from Sherdog and MMA Fighting to win Fight of the Year three years in a row.

Laura was born in San Diego, California. At age 10, he moved to Bettendorf, Iowa to live with his father, who served in the Marine Corps. Lawler began training in taekwondo at the age of eight and took up karate two years later. Lawler attended Bettendorf High School and won all-state honors in wrestling and all-conference honors in soccer².

When Lawler was 16, he was taken under Pat Miletich’s wing and began training at Miletich Fighting Systems. Lawler made his professional debut in 2001, winning all of his first four bouts by TKO/KO.

Lawler (as of this writing) has a record of 29-16, with 21 wins by knockout and one win by submission. He also has 12 first-round finishes. 

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On this episode of the FatBoy MMA podcast DC and Lock give flowers to recently retired MMA Vet Rory "Red King" MacDonald.

Rory MacDonald is a retired Canadian mixed martial artist who most recently competed in the Welterweight division of the Professional Fighters League (PFL). Prior to signing with the PFL, MacDonald competed for Bellator MMA, where he was a Welterweight World Champion. He has been a professional competitor since 2005 and made his name in MMA as a top competitor and title contender in the UFC.

MacDonald was born on July 22, 1989 in Quesnel, British Columbia, Canada. He started his training with David Lea at the age of 14 and his fight team Toshido Fighting Arts Academy out of Kelowna, British Columbia. He made his professional debut at the age of sixteen, winning in the 1st round by submission via rear-naked choke.

MacDonald then moved to 2–0 by winning his King of the Cage (KOTC) debut. He won a fight in Rumble in the Cage and then signed exclusively with King of the Cage. He signed with the UFC after gong undefeated in KOTC and compiling a record of 9-0. Shortly after he began training at Tristar gym with GSP (Georges St-Pierre).

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In this episode DC and Lock discuss whether Jon "Bones" Jones has officially become the GOAT. Jon "Bones" Jones is widely regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time. Born on July 19, 1987, in Rochester, New York, Jones displayed remarkable athleticism from a young age. He began his martial arts journey in high school, where he excelled in wrestling and earned a state championship.

Jones made his professional MMA debut in 2008, and his immense talent was immediately apparent. Displaying an exciting and unorthodox fighting style, he quickly made a name for himself in the MMA world. With a combination of striking, grappling, and submissions, Jones showcased a well-rounded skill set that left opponents struggling to find a weakness.

In 2011, at just 23 years old, Jones became the youngest UFC Light Heavyweight Champion in history after defeating Mauricio "Shogun" Rua. Jones' reign was marked by an impressive string of title defenses against formidable opponents, including Quinton "Rampage" Jackson, Lyoto Machida, and Rashad Evans.

During his illustrious career, Jones has set numerous records, including the most title defenses in the light heavyweight division and the longest unbeaten streak in UFC history. His accomplishments have earned him widespread recognition, including numerous Fighter of the Year awards and consistent appearances on pound-for-pound rankings.

And now he can add two division UFC Champion to his resume!

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In this episode of The FatBoy MMA Podcast DC and Lock discuss the career of MMA great Wanderlei Silva. Wanderlei Silva is a retired Brazilian mixed martial artist who is best known for his time competing in the Pride Fighting Championships, where he was the middleweight (205 lbs) champion. Silva is known for his aggressive fighting style and knockout power, earning him the nickname "The Axe Murderer".

Silva made his professional mixed martial arts debut in 1996 and quickly gained recognition for his exciting and violent fights. He became a star in Japan’s Pride organization, where he had some of the most memorable fights of his career. Silva was involved in several classic battles, including a four battle sequence with Quinton "Rampage" Jackson and two fights with Mirko Cro Cop. He also had memorable wins over top contenders such as Kazushi Sakuraba, Dan Henderson, and Ricardo Arona.

Silva is considered one of the all-time greats in mixed martial arts and decided to lay his gloves down in 2018 with a professional record of 35 wins and 14 losses.

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