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Genre | Mixed martial arts news |
Starring | Bas Rutten, Mauro Ranallo |
Country of origin | United States |
Original language(s) | English |
No. of seasons | 10 |
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Running time | approx. 60 min. |
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Original network | AXS TV |
Picture format | 1080i (HDTV) |
Original release | September 14, 2007 – September 30, 2016 |
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Inside MMA was a live mixed martial arts news magazine, which aired on AXS TV, immediately following the network's live AXS TV Fights broadcasts. Hosted by Mauro Ranallo and UFC Hall of Famer Bas Rutten, the show provided an in-depth look at the world of MMA, with live breakdowns, talk, highlights, and analysis from major MMA organizations such as the UFC, Bellator, and the World Series of Fighting. Inside MMA debuted on AXS TV, then known as HDNet, in September 2007, and was the longest-running MMA news show on television.
Inside MMA was hosted by combat sports personality Mauro Ranallo and UFC Hall of Famer, former UFC heavyweight champion, and King of Pancrase Bas Rutten, along with correspondent Ron Kruck. Kruck also fills in as co-host on occasion.
For the first nine seasons, sports commentator Kenny Rice hosted the series alongside Rutten.
Inside MMA aired immediately following AXS TV Fights broadcasts. Each show began with highlights and analysis of the night's event with AXS TV Fights commentators UFC Hall of Famer Pat Miletich and "The Voice" Michael Schiavello. Hosts Ranallo and Rutten also provided highlights from MMA and other combat sport events from around the world, featuring promotions such as UFC, Bellator, World Series of Fighting, and One FC, as well as many other regional MMA promotions. Each episode also included a viewer submission segment, featuring highlights submitted by Inside MMA viewers.
Correspondent Ron Kruck provided on-site coverage of major MMA events, feature stories on issues facing the sport, and interview segments with fighters, coaches, trainers, and others who contribute to and influence Mixed Martial Arts.
‘’Inside MMA’’ frequently featured in-studio, on-site, phone and satellite interviews with guests from all facets of the sport, including fighters, promoters, managers, officials and journalists. Notable guests included Dana White,Ronda Rousey,Daniel Cormier,Nick Diaz,Conor McGregor,Gilbert Melendez,Tito Ortiz,Georges St-Pierre,Jose Aldo,TJ Dillashaw,Dominick Cruz,Jon Jones, and Mickey Rourke.