Between the Links: Reaction to Anthony Smith’s arrest, MVP-PFL merger; Plus, UFC Belgrade vs. PFL New York

The MMA community is grappling with major headlines this week, ranging from legal troubles affecting athletes to high-stakes competition. Anthony Smith, a former UFC title challenger, was arrested on multiple felony charges including domestic violence and terroristic threats, and released on $500,000 bail. Details emerging from the district attorney's office have painted a darkening picture of the situation.

On an all-new episode of Between the Links, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew break down Smith's arrest and charges alongside other major stories dominating the sport. The show also covers fallout from UFC Abu Dhabi, where Magomed Ankalaev defeated Bogdan Guskov in the main event, Sean Strickland's recent comments, and an action-packed MMA weekend featuring two major events: PFL New York, headlined by Usman Nurmagomedov and Dakota Ditcheva, and UFC Belgrade, topped by Daniel Rodriguez versus Uros Medic.

The panel answers viewer questions throughout the show, streaming live at Noon ET / 9 a.m. PT.