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EP438 Thu · Oct 15, 2026 01:23:23

Jesse Mendez Returning? All-Star Classic Drama & U23 Worlds

On today's Basch & The Brain, we discuss the action so far at the U23 World Championships, including Team USA's Greco performance, the women's competition, and disappointing attendance. We also get into Jesse Mendez appearing on Ohio State's roster, the upcoming All-Star Classic and its matchups, and questions surrounding Mikey Caliendo and Braeden Davis.Plus, Little Rock hosting the Pac-12 Championships, Sadulaev winning his wrestle-off, and the growing bracket wars between USA Wrestling and...

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