Julien Leblanc reveals what went wrong in his UFC debut. Tanner Boser returns to fight in his hometown. Smilla Sundell prepares for Dana White’s Contender Series. Karim Henniene discusses his PFL Africa setback, and undefeated Canadian prospect Scott Heathcote sets his sights on the UFC!
Welcome to The MM-EH Show with Andy Cotterill — where we talk Canadian mixed martial arts and ONLY Canadian mixed martial arts! (With one special exception this week!)
🥊 JULIEN LEBLANC | UFC EDMONTON
Following a disappointing UFC debut in Winnipeg, Julien Leblanc returns to the Octagon with a new mindset and something to prove.
Julien opens up about the mental changes he’s made, what it really means to put everything on the line, and his upcoming fight against Nick Galanti at UFC Edmonton.
We also share an emotional conversation about losing his beloved dog Zara after 13 years together, and the arrival of his second son just days later.
This is about more than fighting. It’s about sacrifice, family, loss, and finding the strength to keep moving forward.
🥊 TANNER BOSER | UFC EDMONTON
Edmonton’s own Tanner Boser returns to the UFC in front of his hometown fans!
In our first official interview, Tanner and I discuss his career, his fighting style, and what competing in Edmonton means to him.
And things get a little heated when I make a comment Tanner doesn’t particularly appreciate!
Was I wrong? Watch the interview and decide for yourself.
🥊 SMILLA SUNDELL | DANA WHITE’S CONTENDER SERIES
At just 17 years old, Smilla Sundell became the youngest Muay Thai world champion in history.
Now the Swedish striking sensation is pursuing a UFC contract!
Training at Diaz Combat Sports in Vancouver, Smilla has transitioned to MMA with two professional victories and an opportunity on Dana White’s Contender Series.
We discuss her incredible Muay Thai career, developing her MMA skills, and what it will take to succeed against the world’s best.
She’s confident, composed, and devastating on the feet. Could she be the UFC’s next breakout star?
🥊 KARIM HENNIENE | PFL AFRICA
Undefeated Canadian fighter Karim Henniene (7-0) was preparing to compete at PFL Africa in Morocco, but an injury and unsuccessful attempts to obtain medical clearance forced him off the card.
Now living and training full-time in Thailand, Karim discusses his recovery, the disappointment of losing this opportunity, and his plans to return for PFL Africa in December.
🌟 MM-EH PROSPECT OF THE WEEK | SCOTT HEATHCOTE
Remember the name Scott Heathcote!
The 2025 UWW MMA Amateur World Champion turned professional in January 2026 and has already compiled a perfect 4-0 record.
With two more fights planned before the end of the year, Scott has an ambitious goal: reach the UFC in 2027.
We discuss his amateur championship success, his rapid rise through the professional ranks, and the roadmap he believes will take him to the UFC.
⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 – Introduction | TMS 025
05:35 – Julien Leblanc | UFC Edmonton
38:59 – Tanner Boser | UFC Edmonton
52:15 – Smilla Sundell | Dana White’s Contender Series
1:11:56 – Karim Henniene | PFL Africa
1:22:57S – Scott Heathcote | Prospect of the Week
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