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Cory The Sandman Sandhagen is one of the most likeable dudes in the UFC; known for an approach to MMA rooted in intentionality, thoughtfulness and strategy. He joins the guys ahead of his upcoming bout against Umar Nurmagomedov in Abu Dhabi August 3rd.

The guys discuss Umar's fight style and what makes him dangerous, and why the rankings don't tell his full story. They dig a little bit into Cory's past fights - both victories and defeats - that have shaped him into a well-rounded, universally dangerous MMA fighter rather than a one dimensional killer. And credit to the world class coaches who have embedded champion tactics into The Sandman, who's taken years to polish his grappling after the Aljamain Sterling loss.

We wrap up with a Sean v. Merab breakdown and prediction as well as Cory's vision for his own battle on August 3rd.

Enjoy!

00:00 - Intro

01:30 - Umar Nurmagomedov

02:30 - F*** the Rankings

05:30 - Rob Font with No Tricep

10:15 - Umar Fight Plan: Better Everywhere

13:45 - Underdog Picks

15:10 - From IT to UFC

21:31 - Petr Yan and Song Yadong

23:40 - Great Coaching

27:30 - Sean O'Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili

30:10 - Cory's Fight Prediction

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