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Inside the Hexagon

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Strikeforce was one of the preeminent mixed martial arts (MMA) promotions in the world from 2006 until it folded in 2013. The promotion gave a platform to some of the greatest fighters in the world, while also helping launch women's MMA as a force in the sport. Journey with us as we go through the major events and moments in Strikeforce history!

Final episode: "Inside the Hexagon" says goodbye and rides off into the sunset...

Mar 28, 2022 • 1h 16m

Strikeforce/UFC/Bellator vet Ryan Couture on entering MMA as the son of "The Natural," fighting on the final Strikeforce card, and what he learned from his win over K.J. Noons

Mar 21, 2022 • 35m

"Strikeforce: Marquardt vs. Saffiedine" - January 13, 2013...the curtain closes on Strikeforce

Mar 14, 2022 • 1h 12m

"Strikeforce: Rousey vs. Kaufman" - August 18, 2012...Rousey proves she's Strikeforce's biggest star

Mar 7, 2022 • 1h 17m

Nate "The Great" Marquardt, former Strikeforce welterweight champ, on his vicious KO of Tyron Woodley that won him the belt, and more

Feb 28, 2022 • 43m

"Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Kennedy" - July 14, 2012...can Luke Rockhold get gritty and defend his title against decorated military hero Tim Kennedy? Who will be Strikeforce's new welterweight kingpin?

Feb 21, 2022 • 1h 8m

Who won the 3rd fight? Former Strikeforce lightweight champions Gilbert Melendez and Josh Thomson come together to discuss their trilogy, what it meant to them, and whether we'll ever see them collide again!

Feb 14, 2022 • 49m

"Strikeforce: Barnett vs. Cormier" - May 19, 2012...Daniel Cormier shocks the MMA world and captures the heavyweight grand prix title in a true "Rocky" moment!

Feb 7, 2022 • 1h 3m

"Strikeforce: Tate vs. Rousey" - March 3, 2012...Ronda Rousey arrives! The judo queen stakes her claim as an MMA superstar and forces the powers at be to pay attention!

Jan 31, 2022 • 35m

The King is here! Former Strikeforce light heavyweight champ Mo Lawal discusses his run inside the hexagon, his love of pro wrestling, and more!

Jan 24, 2022 • 26m

"Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Jardine" - January 7, 2012...Luke Rockhold proves he'd legit while King Mo destroys both his opponent and his reputation

Jan 18, 2022 • 47m

"Strikeforce: Melendez vs. Masvidal" - December 17, 2011...Gilbert Melendez proves he's one of the best in the world, while Cris Cyborg falls from grace

Jan 10, 2022 • 44m

Merry Christmas! On this week's episode, we break down the 12 of Christmas, Strikeforce-style!

Dec 27, 2021 • 40m

"Strikeforce: Barnett vs. Kharitonov" - September 10, 2011...Daniel Cormier punches Bigfoot and his ticket to the grand prix finals, announcing his arrival in the process!

Dec 20, 2021 • 1h 2m

Two former MMA writers delve into what it was like to cover MMA during Strikeforce's heyday, Ronda Rousey vs. Miesha Tate, Scott Coker, what's wrong with MMA journalism today, and more!

Dec 13, 2021 • 54m

Who were the best female fighters in Strikeforce history? Is it Ronda Rousey or Cris Cyborg at the top of the list? Where does Miesha Tate?

Dec 6, 2021 • 32m

"Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Henderson" - July 30, 2011...the Fedor era ends for Strikeforce as "The Last Emperor" leaves it all inside the hexagon

Nov 29, 2021 • 1h 12m

The biggest moments in Strikeforce history*...Shamrock, Diaz, Cung, Carano, Cyborg, and so much more

Nov 22, 2021 • 25m

"Strikeforce: Overeem vs. Werdum" - June 18, 2011...the heavyweight grand prix continues as DC makes a statement!

Nov 15, 2021 • 40m

"Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Daley" - April 9, 2011...it's the end of an era as Zuffa buys Strikeforce!

Nov 8, 2021 • 43m

Longtime MMAJunkie Reporter John Morgan checks in to break down Zuffa's 2011 purchase of Strikeforce, what it means for the fighters and the sport as a whole, and how it still resonates today

Nov 1, 2021 • 38m

Former Strikeforce star Tim Kennedy joins the show to discuss his run inside the hexagon (and why he misses it), his strategic win over Melvin Manhoef, his philosophy, and more!

Oct 25, 2021 • 30m

"Strikeforce: Feijao vs. Henderson" - March 5, 2011...Hendo captures Strikeforce gold while Tim Kennedy makes a statement!

Oct 18, 2021 • 58m

Former Strikeforce matchmaker Rich Chou discusses working with Scott Coker, booking some of the promotion's biggest fights, going from Wimp 2 Warrior, and more!

Oct 11, 2021 • 58m

"Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Silva" - February 12, 2011..."The Last Emperor" returns as the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix commences!

Oct 4, 2021 • 1h 4m

Break extension...

Sep 27, 2021 • 2m

One-Week Break!

Sep 20, 2021 • 2m

Phil walks through the "Inside the Hexagon" origin story!

Sep 13, 2021 • 20m

"Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Cyborg" - January 29, 2011...Nick Diaz destroys a Cyborg with an absolute masterpiece!

Sep 6, 2021 • 1h 11m

The man who booked Fedor Emelianenko when the UFC couldn't, former Bodog Fight matchmaker Miguel Iturrate joins us to discuss the first Playboy Mansion show, Fedor-Lindland, and more!

Aug 30, 2021 • 34m

The man who booked Fedor Emelianenko when the UFC couldn't, former Bodog Fight matchmaker Miguel Iturrate joins us to discuss the first Playboy Mansion show, Fedor-Lindland, and more!

Aug 30, 2021 • 32m

"Strikeforce: Henderson vs. Babalu II" - December 4, 2010...four main card knockouts, all of them vicious...can't ask for much more!

Aug 23, 2021 • 59m

Strikeforce vs. UFC Dream Fights...Fedor vs. Brock, Shamrock vs. Sonnen, Melendez vs. McGregor, and more

Aug 16, 2021 • 43m

"Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Noons II" - October 9, 2010...it's a huge main event grudge match as Nick Diaz rematches KJ Noons, this time with the Strikeforce welterweight title on the line!

Aug 9, 2021 • 56m

EA all day! We break down the "EA Sports MMA" video game with its Project Lead, Rob Hyder

Aug 2, 2021 • 42m

"Strikeforce: Houston" - August 21, 2010...Strikeforce crowns two new champions, a fight ends controversially, and Lashley loses

Jul 26, 2021 • 1h 14m

Former Strikeforce middleweight champion Cung Le is back! He discusses getting revenge against Scott Smith, "ducking" Jake Shields, and his legacy

Jul 19, 2021 • 29m

"Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Werdum" - June 26, 2010..."The Last Emperor" is toppled, Cung Le and Frank Shamrock say farewell, and Cris Cyborg destroys another opponent

Jul 12, 2021 • 1h 13m

Ranking the Top 10 Most Patriotic American MMA Fighters: Randy Couture, Brian Stann, Tim Kennedy, Tito Ortiz, Chael Sonnen, and more!

Jul 5, 2021 • 41m

Former Strikeforce/UFC fighter KJ Noons gets interviewed for the first time since his last fight...we talk Nick Diaz, Strikeforce, weight-cutting, and more

Jun 28, 2021 • 32m

"Strikeforce: Los Angeles" - June 16, 2010...KJ Noons makes a statement, Tim Kennedy plants his flag, and Babalu outsmarts Lawler

Jun 21, 2021 • 1h 0m

Former Shine Fights matchmaker Ron Foster delves into one of the most controversial non-events in MMA history, "Worlds Collide"...how was Strikeforce involved?

Jun 14, 2021 • 1h 12m

"Strikeforce: Heavy Artillery" - May 15, 2010...Alistair Overeem returns to defend the heavyweight title, Bigfoot takes on "The Pitbull," and Feijao breaks out

Jun 7, 2021 • 1h 8m

Former Strikeforce middleweight champion Jake Shields discusses the infamous post-fight brawl in Nashville, why he left Strikeforce for the UFC, and more

May 31, 2021 • 25m

"Strikeforce: Nashville" - April 17, 2010...Mayhem Miller starts the brawl that ended it all (in a few different ways), overshadowing three title fights

May 24, 2021 • 1h 16m

Short "Inside the Hexagon" Hiatus

May 17, 2021 • 3m

Who are the best crossover athletes in MMA history? Who's the best combo MMA fighter/pro wrestler in history? Phil and Josh dive in on this week's episode!

May 3, 2021 • 48m

"Strikeforce: Miami" - January 30, 2010...we have a new welterweight champ, Cyborg smashes her first challenger, and a Hall of Famer and wrestling star make their debuts

Apr 26, 2021 • 1h 10m

"Hands of Steel" Scott Smith discusses "The Miracle in San Jose" KO of Cung Le, his fighting style, his toughest fights, and more

Apr 19, 2021 • 29m

"Strikeforce: Evolution" - December 19, 2009...Thomson-Melendez II delivers a barnburner, Scott Smith lands the "Miracle in San Jose," and King Mo makes a moneyweight statement

Apr 12, 2021 • 1h 17m

Who belongs on the Mt. Rushmore of heavyweight MMA fighters? Phil & Josh break it down on this week's episode...is Fedor at the top? Who else rounds out the top four? And where does Stipe fit in?

Apr 5, 2021 • 51m

"Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Rogers" - November 7, 2009...Fedor makes his Strikeforce debut on CBS, Shields takes the belt against Mayhem, and more!

Mar 29, 2021 • 1h 27m

Longtime MMA journalist and podcaster Ben Fowlkes breaks down "Strikeforce: Carano vs. Cyborg"

Mar 22, 2021 • 36m

"Strikeforce: Carano vs. Cyborg" - August 15, 2009...Gina Carano and Cyborg shatter a glass ceiling, Gegard Mousasi bursts onto the U.S. scene, and more!

Mar 15, 2021 • 1h 23m

UFC HOFer Pat Miletich delves into Strikeforce commentary, a failed fight with Frank Shamrock, and more

Mar 8, 2021 • 32m

Taking a short break...

Feb 19, 2021 • 3m

"Strikeforce: Lawler vs. Shields" - June 6, 2009...Robbie Lawler and Jake Shields make their hexagon debuts, Nick Diaz stars once again, and Andrei Arlovski gets blasted

Feb 8, 2021 • 1h 14m

MMA legend Frank Shamrock returns to discuss his final fight with Nick Diaz, almost facing Kimbo Slice, his proposed PPV scrap with Ken Shamrock, and more

Feb 1, 2021 • 43m

Bonus Episode: Bellator's Raymond Daniels breaks down his MMA debut, that scorching 720 punch, and much more!

Jan 28, 2021 • 36m

"Strikeforce: Shamrock vis. Diaz" - April 11, 2009...Nick Diaz makes his hexagon debut to battle Frank Shamrock, Scott Smith and Benji Radach put on a war for the ages, Cyborg arrives, and more!

Jan 25, 2021 • 1h 20m

Renato "Babalu" Sobral discusses fighting Fedor Emelianenko, getting cut from the UFC, winning the Strikeforce 205 lb. title, his current physical challenges, and more!

Jan 18, 2021 • 39m

Bonus Episode: Duane "Bang" Ludwig discusses Bruce Lee, training with Bas Rutten, knocking out Jens Pulver, Strikeforce, and more!

Jan 14, 2021 • 22m

"Strikeforce: Destruction" - November 21, 2008..."Hands of Steel" turns the lights out, Luke Rockhold shows his skills, and "Bang" conquers "Thugjitsu"

Jan 11, 2021 • 1h 9m

UFC HOFer Frank Trigg on the Matt Hughes fights, Chael Sonnen, competing in Strikeforce, and more

Jan 4, 2021 • 44m

"Strikeforce: Payback" - October 3, 2008...Frank Trigg, Michelle Waterson, and the rematch between Duane "Bang" Ludwig and Sammy Morgan

Dec 28, 2020 • 1h 4m

UFC/Bellator/Strikeforce vet Trevor Prangley discusses MMA tournaments, rematches, Bodog, and more

Dec 21, 2020 • 32m

"Strikeforce: At the Mansion II" - September 20, 2008

Dec 14, 2020 • 1h 10m

Longtime Strikeforce vet Anthony "Antdawg" Figueroa on the psyche of a fighter, dealing with wins and losses, and more

Dec 7, 2020 • 38m

"Strikeforce: Melendez vs. Thomson" - June 27, 2008

Nov 30, 2020 • 1h 19m

MMA legend Cung Le discusses breaking Frank Shamrock's arm, moving to MMA from kickboxing, the UFC, and more!

Nov 23, 2020 • 31m

"Strikeforce: Shamrock vs. Le" - March 29, 2008

Nov 16, 2020 • 1h 27m

Interview with MMA Junkie Radio's "Gorgeous" George Garcia

Nov 9, 2020 • 51m

Bonus Episode: Interview with MMA Legend Bas Rutten

Nov 5, 2020 • 44m

"Strikeforce: At the Dome" - February 23, 2008

Nov 2, 2020 • 1h 20m

Interview with Strikeforce Middleweight Tournament Winner Jorge Santiago

Oct 26, 2020 • 38m

"Strikeforce: Four Men Enter, One Man Survives" - November 16, 2007

Oct 19, 2020 • 1h 58m

Interview with Strikeforce/UFC/Bellator Veteran Joe "Diesel" Riggs

Oct 12, 2020 • 31m

"Strikeforce: Playboy Mansion" - September 29, 2007

Oct 5, 2020 • 1h 42m

Interview with MMA Legend Frank Shamrock

Sep 28, 2020 • 43m

Bonus Episode: Interview with Longtime Bloody Elbow Journalist John S. Nash

Sep 24, 2020 • 38m

"Strikeforce: Shamrock vs. Baroni" - June 22, 2007

Sep 21, 2020 • 1h 45m

Interview with Former Strikeforce Light Heavyweight Champion Bobby Southworth

Sep 14, 2020 • 46m

"Strikeforce: Triple Threat" - December 8, 2006

Sep 7, 2020 • 1h 26m

Interview with Legendary Trainer and AKA Founder Javier Mendez

Aug 31, 2020 • 36s

Interview with American Kickboxing Academy Founder Javier Mendez

Aug 31, 2020 • 37m

"Strikeforce: Tank vs. Buentello" - October 7, 2006

Aug 24, 2020 • 1h 17m

Interview with Two-Time Former Strikeforce Lightweight Champion "El Nino" Gilbert Melendez

Aug 17, 2020 • 27m

"Strikeforce: Revenge" - June 9, 2006

Aug 10, 2020 • 1h 6m

Interview with Strikeforce Founder Scott Coker

Aug 3, 2020 • 45m

"Strikeforce: Shamrock vs. Gracie" - March 10, 2006

Jul 28, 2020 • 1h 13m

"Inside the Hexagon" - Preview

Jul 19, 2020 • 4m

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