MMA Junkie Radio #3016: Reaction to Mike Perry controversy, McGregor-Cerrone expectations

Thursday’s edition of MMA Junkie Radio with hosts “Gorgeous” George and “Goze” is here!

On Episode No. 3,016 of the podcast, the gentlemen discuss the latest news and notes, including some unexpected controversy.

THE RUNDOWN:

• Mike Perry finds himself at the center of controversy after calling actor Michael Jai White the N-word as part of their Twitter beef this week. Perry’s use of the racial slur (slang version) incited a reaction from fellow UFC fighter Angela Hill, who denounced this. What’s even going on here? Why does Perry have to go there in the first place?
• A UFC 246 pre-fight news conference is happening. On Wednesday, Jan. 15, Conor McGregor and Donald Cerrone will come face to face. What impact will this have on the event and overall future for McGregor the rest of this year?
• “The Korean Zombie” Chan Sung Jung simply will not stop pushing for a title shot against UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski. Could he actually get the fight?
• MMA Junkie has handed out its awards for 2019, including Male Fighter of the Year (Israel Adesanya), Female Fighter of the Year (Amanda Nunes), Knockout of the Year (Jorge Masvidal), Submission of the Year (Bryce Mitchell), Fight of the Year (Adesanya vs. Kelvin Gastelum), and more. The fellas react to the winners and share their personal selections.

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