Danger Podcast EP 48
Danger Podcast Episode 48 delivers an unmissable dose of Ecuadorian MMA history. Hosted by Julio Molina and Pancho Bajaña, this episode features veteran journalist and sports contributor Daniel Novillo, the creator of MMA FAN ECUADOR — the very first website to support the local MMA movement when it began in 2011.
The Untold Stories of Ecuadorian MMA’s Birth
Long before MMA was sanctioned in Ecuador, before fighters had true amateur paths or regulated fights, Novillo was documenting the passion and perseverance of the sport’s pioneers. He takes us behind the scenes of Ecuador’s earliest MMA, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai events — where fighters trained in parking lots and competed in unsanctioned tournaments fueled by grit and heart.
These stories go beyond the sport. They reflect life lessons about discipline, sacrifice, and the struggle to build something lasting in the face of adversity.
Bajaña’s First Fight: From Fighter to Coach
This episode also features rare video footage of Pancho Bajaña’s first fight, before he became the head coach of the respected 8 Armas Team in Ecuador. It’s a raw and inspiring look at his journey from athlete to leader, and the personal battles that shaped him.
UCC 80 Set to Ignite Guayaquil on October 19
In addition, Novillo shares exclusive insights on the upcoming UCC 80: Fuego Edition, happening Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Sports Garden Guayaquil. With over 100 international bouts in MMA, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai, this landmark event promises to be one of the most important showcases of Latin American combat sports.
Watch the full episode now and discover the legacy, growth, and future of Ecuador’s MMA scene — only on Fajador.com.
