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Hosted by Fares Sharari · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 272 episodes
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Welcome to The Hurt Business Podcast with Fares Sharari. Tune in for the latest news and insights on upcoming combat sports events locally and globally, plus exclusive interviews with current fighters, coaches, and other influential figures in MMA and boxing. Whether you're a casual fan or die-hard enthusiast, join Fares as he takes you inside the world of combat sports.
Fares Sharari hosts The Hurt Business, a sports show with 272 episodes published.
In today’s episode, Fares reacts to the latest in combat sports, starting with UFC 330 and the Early Prelims featuring Jeremiah Wells (0:48), Neil Magny (2:22), and Lucas Fernando (4:14). The Prelims continue with Tresea
In today’s episode, Fares is joined by amateur fighter Jeffrey “Black Shark” Cetoute. Starting with how he got his fighter nickname (0:30), Jeffrey talks about his current team, Gym RaJasi Muay Thai (1:29), and how he go
In today’s episode, Fares reacts to last weekend’s action across the fight world and looks ahead to what’s in store this weekend. Quillan Salkilld shows up and DOMINATES Mateusz Gamrot (0:32), thoughts on the rest of the
In today's episode, Fares sits down with Julian "Jiggy" Connerton ahead of his highly anticipated pro debut. They discuss the highs and lows of his amateur career (0:22), what went into preparing for his professional deb
In today's episode, Fares is joined by Muay Thai fighter Romani Alicea ahead of his WBC 168 Amateur National Title fight on August 8. We kick things off by discussing Romani's recent move to Florida (1:00) and what goes
In today's episode, Fares reacts to all the biggest moments from last weekend in combat sports. Starting with UFC Oklahoma City , Dricus du Plessis puts on a dominant performance against Kamaru Usman (0:30). What's next
In today's episode, Fares heads to Cage Titans 77 Media Day and catches up with professional MMA fighter Andrew "The Gladiator" Valdina ahead of the ninth fight of his professional career. We cover topics from fight week
In today's episode, Fares is joined by Tom Surette to break down all the action from UFC 329. Did Saturday night mark the end of Conor McGregor's comeback (0:28)? What's next for the Blessed Express, Max Holloway (11:49)
In today's episode, Fares sits down with professional MMA fighter Jarrod "The Wolverine" St. Jean for a conversation about his career, mindset, and life outside the cage. They discuss how Jarrod earned his fighter nickna
In Today's episode, Fares reacts to Jaron "Boots" Ennis' latest performance (0:31) before discussing who should be next for the unified champion (6:53). Xander Zayas' "quit" comments (11:58), Emiliano Vargas' continued r
In today's episode, Fares previews a busy weekend in combat sports and reacts to the biggest stories from last week. Xander Zayas vs. Jaron "Boots" Ennis is set to shake up the 154-pound division (0:45). Thoughts on the
In today's episode, Fares reacts to the action from UFC Freedom 250: Fights at the White House. Justin Gaethje shocks the world by finishing Ilia Topuria (0:35). In the co-main event, Ciryl Gane introduces Alex Pereira t
In today's episode, Fares breaks down all the big combat sports action taking place this weekend. First, he previews pound-for-pound superstar Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez vs. former Olympian and current world champion Antonio
In today's episode, Fares recaps his recent trip to Houston (0:34), where Oshaquie Foster defended his world title against Raymond Ford (2:56). Following the fight, Shakur Stevenson had words for the champion—what should
In today's episode, Fares kicks things off by discussing Turki Alalshikh's impact on Boxing (0:40). From there, we dive into the crossover spectacle between Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven, including the shocking knock
In today’s episode, Fares reacts to last weekend’s action across the fight world. Ronda Rousey returns and submits Gina Carano in just 17 seconds (1:03). The MVP payouts are revealed following the event (5:40). Mike Perr
In today’s episode, Fares returns to break down the latest in combat sports, starting with last weekend’s UFC 328. Sean Strickland shocks the world once again — this time against the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev (1:55). Jo
In today’s episode, Fares breaks down the latest news and reactions in the combat sports world. Starting with the UFC Season Press Conference from last Friday, which delivered major headlines, big moments, and massive fi
In today's episode, Fares is joined by Ian Barrett — “The War Elephant” — as he prepares for his second Muay Thai appearance under Ring Titans. We get into the origins and meaning behind his nickname (0:18), the early mo
In today's episode, Fares breaks down the latest Thanksgiving announcements courtesy of the UFC. Matchups for the first two major cards of 2026 have been revealed — and they’re already stirring controversy. We start with
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The Hurt Business is hosted by Fares Sharari. The show is categorised under sports (comedy) and has published 272 episodes.
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