UFC 314: Can Alexander Volkanovski turn back Diego Lopes? Is it Paddy Pimblett’s time? | Cageside

On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan preview an intriguing UFC 314 lineup that is absolutely filled with interesting matchups. Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes compete for the vacant featherweight title. Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett meet in a five-round matchup. Bryce Mitchell vs. Jean Silva in an emotion-filled contest, Yair Rodriguez welcomes Bellator great Patricio “Pitbull” Freire, and more.
0:00 – CFFC General Manager John Morgan talks fight week excitement
3:08 – Laying out the intrigue in the UFC 314 lineup
7:21 – Alexander Volkanovski must be at full strength to beat Diego Lopes
15:52 – Diego Lopes needs to sprint out of the gates
21:31 – Is Volkanovski a deserving betting favorite?
25:50 – Breaking down Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett
32:08 – The odds are crazy – or maybe they are spot on!
38:33 – Bryce Mitchell is more of a threat to Jean Silva than you might think
50:22 – The Dominick Reyes comeback continues
52:43 – Is Jim Miller really a massive underdog to Chase Hooper?
56:30 – Continuing the legacy of martial arts great David Ferguson
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