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About Combat Sports Best Bets
Your ultimate guide to winning combat sports bets with host Ian Parker. Combat Sports Best Bets delivers expert analysis, picks, and strategies for MMA, UFC, boxing, and wrestling betting. Hosted by Ian Parker of Smash Cast Media, we break down fighter matchups, odds analysis, and prediction market insights to help you make smarter bets. Whether you're interested in UFC betting strategy, boxing picks, MMA analysis, or wrestling predictions, get daily expert picks and real-time sports betting commentary from industry veterans.
- Publisher
- Smash Cast Media
- Category
- sports
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 7 Mar 2026
- Latest episode
- 31 Jul 2026
Latest episodes
19 episodes in the feed.
31 Jul 2026
UFC Serbia Best Bets & PFL-MVP Merger Breakdown
This week on Combat Sports Best Bets, Ian Parker is joined by Clint McLain to break down the UFC Serbia card and share their most confident betting picks. The guys analyze key matchups, including Uros Medic's return and the intriguing clash between Navajo Sterling and Jan Blachowicz. They provide their best bets, parlays, and under-the-radar picks to help you cash your tickets this weekend.In the second half of the show, Ian and Clint discuss the massive news of the PFL and MVP merger. They debate what this means for the MMA landscape, the challenges of building new stars, and whether we'll see mega-fights featuring names like Francis Ngannou or Ronda Rousey. Tune in for expert analysis, betting strategies, and unfiltered MMA talk. Combat Sports Best Bets delivers sharp weekly betting analysis and picks for MMA and boxing from Smash Cast Media. Every Friday night — cards break down, lines get faded. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia #CombatSportsBestBets #SmashCast #MMABetting #BoxingBets #CombatSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
25 Jul 2026
UFC Abu Dhabi Picks & PFL Best Bets | Ankalaev vs. Guskov
Coming off a perfect 4-0 week, host Ian Parker is joined by Dan Tom to break down the UFC Abu Dhabi card. They analyze the short-notice main event between Magomed Ankalaev and Bogdan Guskov, debate the stylistic clash of Steve Erceg vs. Azat Maksum, and find the betting angles in Wellington Turman vs. Ihor Potieria and Ismael Bonfim vs. Alex Sola. Parker also shares his weekly parlay and the guys give out some under-the-radar value picks for the upcoming PFL card, including a breakdown of Thad Jean's new matchup and Rafael Xavier. Combat Sports Best Bets delivers sharp weekly betting analysis and picks for MMA and boxing from Smash Cast Media. Every Friday night — cards break down, lines get faded. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia #CombatSportsBestBets #SmashCast #MMABetting #BoxingBets #CombatSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
17 Jul 2026
UFC Best Bets: Dricus Du Plessis vs. Kamaru Usman & PFL Predictions
In this week's episode, we analyze the highly anticipated main event between Dricus Du Plessis and Kamaru Usman. We discuss the significant size advantage for Du Plessis, Usman's current career trajectory, and where the smart money is going. We also provide our best bets for the rest of the UFC card, including why we love RJ Harris as an underdog against Alvin Hines, and our read on the Jose Delgado vs. Austin Bashi matchup. Plus, we share our thoughts on Christian Leroy Duncan taking on Jared Cannonier.To wrap things up, we shift our focus to the PFL, breaking down the Johnny Eblen vs. Impa Kasanganay rematch and discussing the questionable scheduling of their Friday night card. Combat Sports Best Bets delivers sharp weekly betting analysis and picks for MMA and boxing from Smash Cast Media. Every Friday night — cards break down, lines get faded. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia #CombatSportsBestBets #SmashCast #MMABetting #BoxingBets #CombatSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
26 Jun 2026
UFC Baku & PFL San Diego Best Bets + PFL Press Conference Rant
This week on Combat Sports Best Bets, The Coach and Ian Parker bring you double the betting action with top picks for both the UFC morning card in Baku and the PFL event in San Diego. Ian shares his 5 best bets for the UFC, his signature "Parker's Parlay," and a high-value long-shot parlay. The guys then transition to the PFL, breaking down key matchups featuring AJ McKee and Liz Carmouche. The episode also features a passionate rant from Ian regarding the recent PFL press conference and the promotion's overall strategy. Finally, they wrap up with a look ahead to Conor McGregor's return during International Fight Week.Combat Sports Best Bets delivers sharp weekly betting analysis and picks for MMA and boxing from Smash Cast Media. Every Friday night — cards break down, lines get faded. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia #CombatSportsBestBets #SmashCast #MMABetting #BoxingBets #CombatSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
19 Jun 2026
UFC Kape vs. Horiguchi Picks, UFC 250 Freedom Fallout & Parker's Parlay
Coming off the incredible highs of UFC 250 Freedom, The Coach and Ian Parker return to the UFC Apex to find the best betting value on the board. This week's main event features a massive flyweight rematch between Manel Kape and Kyoji Horiguchi, and the guys are targeting the round totals. We also break down key matchups including Laba vs. Navajo Sterling, Christian Rodriguez vs. Jaider Romero, and Raposo vs. Nascimento. Plus, Ian Parker delivers his signature 3-leg Parker's Parlay and a massive +781 Longshot Parlay featuring BJJ superstar Bia Mesquita. Tune in for all the sharpest MMA betting analysis!Combat Sports Best Bets delivers sharp weekly betting analysis and picks for MMA and boxing from Smash Cast Media. Every Friday night — cards break down, lines get faded. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia#CombatSportsBestBets #SmashCast #MMABetting #BoxingBets #CombatSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
13 Jun 2026
UFC Freedom 250 Best Bets: Topuria vs. Gaethje & Pereira's Heavyweight Debut
The Coach and Ian Parker are back for a historic episode of Combat Sports Best Bets, breaking down the massive UFC Freedom 250 card live from the White House lawn! This unique 7-fight card has no prelims, and the guys are giving you their best bets for every single matchup. In this episode, we dive deep into the main event between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje—can Gaethje survive Topuria's knockout power? We also analyze Alex Pereira's heavyweight debut against Ciryl Gane and discuss whether a win here solidifies his GOAT status. Plus, get the betting angles on Sean O'Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi, Michael Chandler's return, Bo Nickal's tough test, and the Derrick Lewis vs. Josh Parisian matchup. Ian also drops his signature "Parker's Parlay" and a massive Long Shot Parlay! Combat Sports Best Bets delivers sharp weekly betting analysis and picks for MMA and boxing from Smash Cast Media. Every Friday night — cards break down, lines get faded. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia #CombatSportsBestBets #SmashCast #MMABetting #BoxingBets #CombatSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
5 Jun 2026
UFC Apex Best Bets, Belal Muhammad's Wrestling Match & Sean Strickland Banned
Welcome back to Combat Sports Best Bets! This week, The Coach and Ian Parker are breaking down the upcoming UFC Apex card and sharing their top betting picks. Before getting into the bets, the guys discuss Belal Muhammad's decision to wrestle Ben Askren shortly before his next UFC main event, and they react to the news that Sean Strickland has been banned from the upcoming UFC at the White House event. For the best bets, Ian Parker shares four straight picks, including deep dives into Brendan Allen, Bruno Silva, and more. Plus, he builds a high-value "Parker's Parlay" and a massive longshot ticket for those looking to hit big. Combat Sports Best Bets delivers sharp weekly betting analysis and picks for MMA and boxing from Smash Cast Media. Every Friday night — cards break down, lines get faded. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia #CombatSportsBestBets #SmashCast #MMABetting #BoxingBets #CombatSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
23 May 2026
Conor McGregor Returns, Colby Covington Retires & Weekend Best Bets
The Coach and Ian Parker discuss Conor McGregor's return against Max Holloway, Colby Covington's retirement, and deliver their top MMA and boxing picks for the weekend. Combat Sports Best Bets delivers sharp weekly betting analysis and picks for MMA and boxing from Smash Cast Media. Every Friday night — cards break down, lines get faded. 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia #CombatSportsBestBets #SmashCast #MMABetting #BoxingBets #CombatSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
16 May 2026
UFC Apex & MVP Card Breakdown: Rousey Returns, Diaz vs. Perry & Best Bets
This week on Combat Sports Best Bets, The Coach and Ian Parker tackle a game-changing weekend in MMA. We break down the UFC Apex card with best bets on Arnold Allen, Daniel Santos, Chaos Williams, and Ketlen Vieira. Then, we shift focus to the massive MVP Promotions event at the Intuit Dome. We discuss the highly anticipated return of Ronda Rousey against Gina Carano, the violent matchup between Nate Diaz and Mike Perry, and Francis Ngannou's heavyweight bout. We also discuss the impact of Jake Paul's fighter pay structure on the MMA landscape. Plus, get Parker's Parlay and our Longshot Parlay of the week! Combat Sports Best Bets delivers sharp weekly betting analysis and picks for MMA and boxing from Smash Cast Media. Every Friday night — cards break down, lines get faded 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia#CombatSportsBestBets #SmashCast #MMABetting #BoxingBets #CombatSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
8 May 2026
UFC 328 Best Bets: Chimaev vs. Strickland, Tatsuro Taira's Title Shot, & Jake Paul MVP MMA Preview
Welcome to another episode of Combat Sports Best Bets! This week, The Coach and Ian Parker dive deep into the highly anticipated UFC 328 card live from Newark, New Jersey. The main event features a bitter rivalry between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland, fresh off their explosive press conference altercation. Ian breaks down the betting lines and shares his prediction on whether Chimaev's aggressive grappling or Strickland's elite cardio will prevail. We also cover Tatsuro Taira's attempt to make history as the first Japanese UFC champion against Joshua Van, a heavyweight clash between Alexander Volkov and Waldo "Salsa Boy" Cortes-Acosta, and more key matchups. Plus, Ian reveals his straight bets, "Parker's Parlay," and a wild +21,000 longshot parlay for the degenerates!Finally, we look ahead to Tuesday's Undefeated and Undisputed where Chael Sonnen and Ian Parker will sit down with Jake Paul to discuss the upcoming MVP MMA card on Netflix. Follow Smash Cast Media:Instagram: @smashcastmediaTwitter/X: @smashcastmediaYouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 May 2026
UFC Fight Night Best Bets: Della Maddalena vs. Prates & UFC 328 Preview
In this episode of Combat Sports Best Bets, The Coach and Ian Parker break down the upcoming UFC Fight Night card headlined by Jack Della Maddalena and Carlos Prates. Ian provides his top 5 straight bets for the event, including some juicy underdog picks, and builds his signature "Parker's Parlay."The guys also look ahead to UFC 328, discussing the trash talk and stylistic matchup between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland. Plus, hear their thoughts on Charles Oliveira's massive new 8-fight contract with the UFC.Tune in for all the analysis and picks you need before placing your bets this weekend! Follow Smash Cast Media on all platforms. Combat Sports Best Bets delivers sharp weekly betting analysis and picks for MMA and boxing from Smash Cast Media. Every Friday night — cards break down, lines get faded. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia #CombatSportsBestBets #SmashCast #MMABetting #BoxingBets #CombatSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
24 Apr 2026
UFC Fight Night APEX Best Bets: Sterling, Jackson & a +3251 Longshot Parlay | April 25, 2026
The Combat Sports Best Bets crew breaks down every fight you need to bet on for UFC Fight Night APEX — Saturday, April 25 at 8PM. Ian drops his best bets including Aljamain Sterling ML (+105), Alexander Hernandez ML (-125), Montel Jackson ML (-185), and a Francis Marshall same-game play. Plus, Parlay #1 at +143 and an explosive Longshot Parlay paying +3251. We also dig into the big question: does a Sterling win move the needle on a title shot? And what does the UFC's finish/excitement bonus culture mean for methodical fighters trying to climb the rankings? Combat Sports Best Bets delivers sharp weekly betting analysis and picks for MMA and boxing from Smash Cast Media. Every Friday night — cards break down, lines get faded. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia #CombatSportsBestBets #SmashCast #MMABetting #BoxingBets #CombatSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
17 Apr 2026
UFC Winnipeg Best Bets: Swept Miami, Now KO Props & Longshot Parlays!
Ian Parker with Nolan & Matty: Malott home dog? Burns late finish? Full UFC Winnipeg picks, +300 parlays, Longshot Parlayto +1316. Hokit star rising. Combat Sports Best Bets episode. Undefeated & Undisputed is the combat sports interview podcast from Smash Cast Media. Every week we sit down with fighters, coaches, and insiders from the worlds of MMA and boxing. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
10 Apr 2026
UFC 327 Miami Best Bets: Blaydes-Hokit, Suarez & Parlay Picks
The Coach & Ian Parker break down UFC 327 in Miami with best bets on Blaydes vs Hoke upset (+$$), Suarez dominance, Pico-Pitbull over. Parker's +195 parlay & decisions longshot. PFL Chicago McKee over Pettis. Weekly MMA value! Undefeated & Undisputed is the combat sports interview podcast from Smash Cast Media. Every week we sit down with fighters, coaches, and insiders from the worlds of MMA and boxing. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3 Apr 2026
Combat Sports Best Bets: UFC Apex Picks, Parlay & Long Shot Parlay
This week on Combat Sports Best Bets, the crew previews the UFC’s return to the Apex in Las Vegas with top betting angles, best bets, a parlay, and a long shot parlay. Featured fights include Jandiroba vs. Ricci, Ewing vs. Estevam, Bekoev vs. Gore, and Moicano vs. Duncan. Undefeated & Undisputed is the combat sports interview podcast from Smash Cast Media. Every week we sit down with fighters, coaches, and insiders from the worlds of MMA and boxing. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
27 Mar 2026
Combat Sports Best Bets: UFC Seattle, PFL Pittsburgh & Real American Freestyle Picks
The Coach and Ian Parker break down the biggest combat sports cards of the week, including UFC Seattle, PFL Pittsburgh, and Real American Freestyle in Tampa. Get their best bets, matchup analysis, and favorite parlays for the weekend. Combat Sports Best Bets delivers sharp weekly betting analysis and picks for MMA and boxing from Smash Cast Media. Every Friday night — cards break down, lines get faded. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia #CombatSportsBestBets #SmashCast #MMABetting #BoxingBets #CombatSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
20 Mar 2026
Combat Sports Best Bets: UFC London & PFL Madrid Picks + +1600 Parlay!
Coach & Ian Parker dive into PFL Madrid season opener and UFC London Fight Night. Best bets on MVP, Riley O1.5, Pinto finish. Parker's parlay & +1600 longshot. Jake Paul Netflix MMA buzz with Nate Diaz and Mike Perry. Educate & entertain! #MMABets Combat Sports Best Bets delivers sharp weekly betting analysis and picks for MMA and boxing from Smash Cast Media. Every Friday night — cards break down, lines get faded. 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia #CombatSportsBestBets #SmashCast #MMABetting #BoxingBets #CombatSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
14 Mar 2026
UFC Emmett vs Vallejos – Best Bets, Props & Cycle Parlays (w/ Matty Betts & Dan Tom)
We’re back with another week of wagering on the UFC, breaking down Josh Emmett vs Kevin Vallejos and the entire card from a bettor’s perspective. Host walks through every matchup with guests Matty Betts (Matt Tanner) and Dan Tom from MMA Junkie, sharing their favorite sides, totals, props and Cycle parlays. On this episode: Emmett vs Vallejos main event: power vs durability, over 3.5, decision vs finish angles Gillian Robertson vs Amanda Lemos: wrestling, subs, and sneaky decision value Ion Cutelaba’s latest matchup: rear-naked choke callouts and submission specials Marwan Rahiki vs Harry Hardwick: why the contender-series standout is in every parlay Petrino vs Asplund at heavyweight: KO chaos, cardio and live dog upside Prelim best bets including Brad Tavares vs Eryk Anders, Elijah Smith, Charles Johnson vs Bruno da Silva, Piera Rodriguez vs Sam Hughes and more Parker’s Parlay of the Week and multiple Cycle parlay tickets with plus-money upside Perfect for UFC bettors, DFS players and hardcore MMA fans looking for sharp angles, underdog shots and creative parlays before fight night. Follow and subscribe for more combat sports best bets every fight week. UFC, MMA, sports betting, UFC betting, Emmett vs Topuria, UFC picks, UFC predictions, UFC best bets, UFC parlays, UFC props, MMA podcast, combat sports, Gillian Robertson, Amanda Lemos, Ion Cutelaba, Harry Hardwick, Marwan Raki, Vitor Petrino, Steve Asplund, Andre Fili, Brad Tavares, Eryk Anders, Elijah Smith, Charles Johnson, Bruno Silva, Piera Rodriguez, Sam Hughes, Mario Bautista, Chris Curtis, Matty Betts, Dan Tom, Smash Cast, Combat Sports Best Bets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
7 Mar 2026
Bests Bets for UFC 326!
Join us for expert UFC 326 best bets and fight predictions with industry-leading analysts! This episode features Ian Parker, voice of the UFC Jon Anik, Matty Betss (Matt Tanner), and MMA Capper Dan Levi as they break down the best bets, parlay picks, and betting strategies for UFC 326. Our expert panel of UFC analysts provides: • UFC 326 best bets for every fight on the card • Expert MMA predictions and fight analysis • Detailed betting odds breakdown and line movements • Parlay picks and value bets for UFC 326 • Live betting tips from Jon Anik and professional cappers Whether you're a casual UFC fan or serious sports bettor, this episode delivers actionable UFC betting picks from some of the best MMA analysts in the industry. Get the latest UFC fight predictions, odds analysis, and professional betting selections before UFC 326. Featuring: Ian Parker | Jon Anik | Matty Betss | Dan Levi Topic: UFC 326 Betting Analysis & Fight Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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