EP. 550: UFC 315 Recap: JDM New Champ, Shevchenko Retains, Zahabi Triumph, Longo on Jose Aldo & UFC Picks

The Anik & Florian Podcast

Anik and Florian

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4.6 • 905 Ratings

🗓️ 12 May 2025

⏱️ 105 minutes

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UFC 315 Recap: JDM New Champ, Shevchenko Retains, Zahabi Triumph, Longo on Jose Aldo & UFC Picks | AF.550 🔥 LIVE from the @DraftKings YouTube channel! Jon Anik & Kenny Florian break down UFC 315, where Jack Della Maddalena CLAIMED the welterweight title 🏆, Valentina Shevchenko defended her flyweight belt, and Aiemann Zahabi scored a HUGE win over Jose Aldo! Plus, Ray Longo & Brian Petrie join for expert analysis, betting breakdowns, and the wildest MMA takes you’ll hear all week. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) 🚀 A-Block: Show intro & DraftKings billboard! (00:03:34) 📰 B-Block (Sponsored by @josecuervo): UFC 315 Recap – JDM’s title win, Shevchenko’s dominance, Zahabi’s upset! (00:13:00) 🥃 Cuervo Shot Moment: Toast to UFC 315’s craziest moments! (00:24:40) 🏀 DraftKings :60: NBA Playoffs promo (Anik VO). (00:25:40) 🥊 C-Block (w/ @raylongoMMA): Ray Longo breaks down UFC 315 & “Would You Rather?” (01:00:40) 🥊 More UFC 315 Coverage (01:13:00) 🔊 D-Block (Sponsored by Total Wireless): Pronunciation of the Week – Melquizael Costa! (01:15:00) 💰 E-Block (w/ @brianpetrieMMA): Main Event Challenge – Betting odds for Burns vs. Morales! (01:33:00) 💰 PLACE YOUR BETS (01:40:00) 🎤 F-Block: Final thoughts & sign-off! SPONSORS: 📈 DraftKings Sportsbook – “The Crown Is Yours” – Bet smarter with A&F’s expert insights! 🍹 Jose Cuervo – Fuel fight night with the tequila that invented tequila. 📱 Total Wireless – Unlimited data that won’t slow you down (UFC’s Official Wireless Provider)! 💬 🎯 ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS (COMMENT LIVE!): Who had the BEST performance at UFC 315? Can Gilbert Burns pull off the upset vs. Michael Morales? Will Aiemann Zahabi become a title contender? 👍 SMASH that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode! About The Anik & Florian Podcast: Hosted weekly by UFC play-by-play commentator Jon Anik and former UFC fighter Kenny Florian, The Anik & Florian Podcast delivers top-tier MMA analysis, expert predictions, and exclusive interviews with the biggest names in combat sports. 🔗 Follow Us: @AnikFlorianPod Website: jonanik.com or kennyflorian.com 🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. — Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Tennessee and Kansas, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. All games regulated by the West Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state-specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftking.com/mmaterms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	You know, now's a good time to remember where tequila story truly began. Yes, in 1795, Cuervo invented
0:08.4	tequila. Since then, Cuervo has stayed true to its roots, the same family, the same land,
0:13.9	the same passion. 230 years later, we're still there in every pour, in every margarita, in every celebration. And for my
0:22.9	money, it tastes better than anything else. I'm staring right now at a live bottle of Cristolino.
0:27.0	I have witnessed the taste test firsthand. I see Cuervo come out on top time and time again.
0:32.6	Enjoy the tequila that started it all. Not now, but right now. Quervo, the tequila that invented tequila.
0:39.3	ProximoQuervo.com. Please drink responsibly.
0:45.7	You're listening to DraftKins Network.
0:53.6	The John Anick and Kenny Florian podcast.
0:57.4	John Anick and Kenny Florian.
0:59.8	I love him.
1:01.2	I can't get enough of them.
1:02.7	Let's hear that for us tonight.
1:03.9	Big job there from Duffy and Frank Mears hurt now.
1:06.7	Don't go, Duffy.
1:07.9	Oh, Korn.
1:08.9	Frank Meir does it again.
1:11.1	Rock them, sock, of robots here.
1:13.2	Oh, my goodness.
1:14.5	I perbelieve.
1:15.3	There are a couple of absolutely self-involved bull-knit artists.
1:18.3	Here are your hosts, John Anick and Kenny Florian.
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