Episode #6: Arizona MMA & Boxing Unveiled | RUF 59 Highlights, Osama Awadala Interview, and Chris Vasquez’s Matchmaking Secrets

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Step into the pulse-pounding Arizona combat sports cage this week, with your host, Chuy, as we bring you another action-packed episode of Rings and Cages AZ. From MMA showdowns to boxing clashes, this episode is all about showcasing the best of what the Copper State has to offer.

In Episode #6, we kick things off with a deep dive into the RUF 59 MMA event, held at Phoenix's iconic Celebrity Theater. Get an inside look at the fights that had the Arizona fight crowd buzzing, including an exclusive interview with Osama "The Show Stoppa" Awadala (@osama_awadalla), who secured a hard-fought victory over James Munoz. Find out why he's building up such a huge fanbase without pulling any punches. Chuy also previews the upcoming (second) Rise of the Prospects Muay Thai tournament in Tucson and sits down with the highly-respected Iron Boy Promotions (@ironboypromotions) matchmaker Chris Vasquez (@chrisvasquezboxing) for an extended interview to discuss his vision for the future of Arizona boxing.

• Segment 1: The Breakdown - Awadala vs. Munoz
  How Osama Awadala clinched a victory over James Munoz at RUF 59.
• Segment 2: The Breakdown - Sharp vs. Marquez
  Tanner Sharp's decision victory over Jr. Marquez in what many are calling the fight of the night.
• Segment 3: The Breakdown - Turrey vs. Robledo
  Jaeleen Robledo's impressive grappling performance that won her a title in hostile territory.
• Segment 4: Fast as Lightning
  Quick shoutouts to The Lab’s fight team, Raul Navarrette’s knockout, and Julius Vega’s decisive win.
• Segment 5: Behind The Gloves - Osama Awadala
  Osama Awadala talks training, where he thinks he'll have the advantage, and what’s next after RUF 59.
• Segment 6: Fight Forecast - Iron Boy Boxing
  Chris Vasquez shares insights into his matchmaking approach and what’s next for Arizona’s boxing scene.
• Segment 7: Fight Forecast - Rise of the Prospects Muay Thai Tournament 2
  Get the lowdown on the upcoming Muay Thai tournament in Tucson.
• Segment 8: Sound Off, AZ Fight Fans
  We want to hear from you: "What's Your Favorite Boxing Video Game?"
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Don’t miss this episode packed with local fight coverage, exclusive interviews, and insider analysis that you won’t find anywhere else. Rings and Cages AZ Podcast is your go-to source for everything combat sports in Arizona—whether you’re a die-hard fan or just discovering the scene, we’ve got you covered.

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