Fernando Padilla Interview (2:16)
Kicking off this edition of TTP is our interview with UFC featherweight, Fernando Padilla. Padilla discusses getting the opportunity to fight on the card after UFC 293, Noche UFC – which takes place on Mexican Independence Day. He also talks about the UFC giving him a slew of veterans right out of the gate. After knocking out Julian Erosa in his debut, he draws Kyle Nelson for his sophomore effort and feels like he can do the same to another wily veteran.
Fights, Dogs, and Parlays: UFC 293 (13:47)
Following UFC Paris filled with French talent, UFC 293 is loaded up with Australian talent. It is, of course, headlined by Israel Adesanya as he looks to defend his middleweight strap against Sean Strickland. We’ll break down that fight as well as a couple others on the main card. In addition to that, we’re also crafting a plus-money parlay that should make your wallet fat, and we’re picking out our very favorite underdog to cash on for this card. We’ve been hot and you aren’t going to want to miss out on these plays for UFC 293 from Sydney. For this segment, all odds via FanDuel Sportsbook.
Malik Lewis Interview (24:01)
Closing out this edition of TTP is our interview with Dana White’s Contender Series hopeful, Malik Lewis. Lewis discusses coming up short against Trevor Peek on the show last year, but also recognizes the slew of obstacles he was dealing with at that time. Now healthy and in a more stable place in his personal life, Lewis is ready to make good on a second chance. He faces tough Peruvian prospect James Llontop in a lightweight tilt this upcoming Tuesday night. He sees an exciting fight coming forward with himself getting his hand raised and grabbing that contract from Dana White himself. Listen in.
