The Ariel Helwani Show

The Boys in the Back start the show by reacting to Bryce Mitchell's recent antisemitic and homophobic remarks (01:38).Then, they preview UFC Saudi Arabia, headlined by Israel Adesanya vs. Nassourdine Imavov and featuring Shara Bullet vs. Michael 'Venom' Page  (06:55).Next, they touch on the boxing match between David Benavidez and David Morrell (49:16), as well as WWE's Royal Rumble (52:21), the two other events on a packed combat sports Saturday.The growing feud between Conor McGregor and Paul Hughes is discussed (55:34), before turning attention to a brand new Fight Feasts, featuring a review of four of Philadelphia's best cheesesteaks (01:01:37).Mysterious Frank joins for the Boys to make picks (01:23:17), give their P4P pirate rankings (01:37:13), and answer your questions (02:06:24). 

Michael 'Venom' Page previews his UFC Saudi Arabia fight against Shara Bullet and discusses how he plans to exploit Magomedov's striking patterns (03:07).Ariel Helwani and The Boys In The Back answer all your questions in the latest edition of On The Nose (20:32).Paul Hughes discusses his Fight of the Year contender against Usman Nurmagomedov, whether a rematch is next, and responds to Conor McGregor's nationalist attacks after the UFC star's latest social media tirade (59:37).Boxing legend Jim Lampley breaks down all angles of David Benavidez vs. David Morrell Jr. and discusses the state of the sweet science (01:32:47).Finally, On The Nose resumes to close out the show (02:35:46).

Ariel x Ade is back with two guests ahead of a big fight weekend.First, the duo discusses the highly anticipated showdown between David Benavidez and David Morrell (08:24).The GWOAT Claressa Shields joins the show to preview her battle with Danielle Perkins for undisputed gold and respond to chatter about Amanda Serrano and Laila Ali (12:18).Skye Nicolson joins to break news of her title defense against Tiara Brown in Sydney, Australia on March 22 (32:50).Next, they react to the full Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn fight card announcement (51:08), Jaron ’Boots’ Ennis vs. Eimantas Stanionis being booked (53:15) and ponder what's next for Naoya Inoue (55:30) and Diego Pacheco (01:00:28).Finally, they circle back to Benavidez vs. David Morrell and speculate on whoever is victorious facing the winner of the Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol rematch (01:03:33), and give this week's parting shot (01:08:17) 

Chris Weidman discusses his GFL signing, expectations for the new MMA organization, the GFL fights he wants most, how much the promotion is paying fighters and more (06:00).BKFC founder Dave Feldman discusses the success of KnuckleMania, Ben Rothwell and Jeremy Stephens' free agency, Conor McGregor, whether Mike Perry vs. Robbie Lawler is next and more (32:11).GFL founder Darren Owen discusses the promotion's inaugural draft, the results leaking early, whether the draft was predetermined, the Rashad Evans situation, pay-per-view and event plans, likely matchups for 2025 and more (01:00:35).Ariel and The Boys In The Back kick off their annual WWE Royal Rumble lottery (01:28:31).Israel Adesanya discusses his UFC Saudi Arabia fight with Nassourdine Imavov, his evolving relationship with Alex Pereira, his new connection with Robert Whittaker, why he handled past beefs poorly, dealing with fame and more (02:04:14).       

Ariel Helwani reacts to BKFC KnuckleMania 5, Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes and much more from a loaded combat sports weekend (20:35).Ben Rothwell discusses his BKFC heavyweight title win and reveals he's a combat sports free agent — with sights on some big names next (01:29:42).Dan Hooker previews his UFC 313 fight against Justin Gaethje and discusses finding out from Gaethje's YouTube channel, his odd UFC 300 experience, Islam Makhachev's win over Renato Moicano and more (02:01:29).Jeremy Stephens discusses his BKFC KnuckleMania 5 win over Eddie Alvarez, the hostile reception he got from the Philly fans, his road to bare-knuckle success and more in an emotional interview. He also reveals that he, like Ben Rothwell, is now a free agent (02:33:17).Alex Pereira discusses his UFC 313 title defense against Magomed Ankalaev, his conversations with Jon Jones, his run-in with Jamahal Hill at the UFC Performance Institute, his sister's fighting career and much more in a special in-studio interview (03:04:25).

On today’s episode, Petesy is joined by fellow Irish media members Andy Stevenson and Donagh Corby.Corby, who is on the scene in Dubai, gave his account of the incident between Irish and Dagestani fans at the PFL’s weigh-in for the fight between Usman Nurmagomedov and Paul Hughes (3:00).Stevenson underlined the impact a Hughes win could have on Irish MMA (18:00), before rebuking claims that this is a one-fight card (23:00) and lads gave their picks for the main event (32:00).The conversation moves to Arman Tsarukyan’s sticky situation with the UFC and whether the lads believe he should lose his title opportunity due to an eleventh hour UFC 311 withdrawal (40:00).They also discuss the idea of Sean O’Malley meeting Cory Sandhagen instead of the former champion facing Merab Dvalishvili in a rematch (47:00).Finally, the lads rank what event they’re looking forward the most this weekend between PFL, BKFC and the highly anticipated GFL Draft (51:45).

The Boys in the Back are heading to Philadelphia for BKFC KnuckleMania V, headlined by Eddie Alvarez vs. Jeremy Stephens. They break down the card (01:43) and reveal their Philly plans, including a cheesesteak tour, a potential showdown with GC's new rival Sean Brady, and more (20:39)Next, they react to the new videos of Conor McGregor interacting with the Jake and Logan Paul (29:05).Petesy Carroll joins to preview the incredible matchup between Usman Nurmagomedov and Paul Hughes headlining PFL's Road to Dubai Championship Series (49:46).Finally, The Boys gives their picks (01:09:23) and P4P sandwich rankings (01:20:48) before answering your questions (01:59:39).

Ariel Helwani kicks of the show with a super-sized edition of On The Nose, with topics including a potential superfight between Alexandre Pantoja and Merab Dvalishvili, Dana White saying Arman Tsarukyan won't get the next title shot, Conor McGregor palling around with Jake and Logan Paul, and more (33:38).Jeremy Stephens joins to preview his BKFC KnuckleMania V main event against Eddie Alvarez and tell some old school stories, including the time Dana White nearly bailed him out of jail on fight night (01:32:44).NewYorkRic and GC jump on the Aviron bike for the latest chapter in their competition and Sean Brady crashes the show to call next (02:13:48)!Robert Whittaker is back to talk about his newly-found friendship with Israel Adesanya, break down the middleweight title fight between Dricus du Plessis and Sean Strickland, and discuss his recovery after the Khamzat Chimaev fight (03:02:33).Jack Della Maddalena outlines his own recovery and looks ahead to his UFC London showdown against Leon Edwards (03:34:25).Join us on the bike: http://avironactive.com/uncrowned

Ariel x Ade kicks off with a reaction to the news of Keith Thurman's planned comeback (07:35).Then, the duo discusses the fact that Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney will compete on the same card, but not against each other (10:44).Next, they touch on talks of Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford heating up (20:54), before bringing in Conor Benn to preview his potential showdown against Chris Eubank Jr. (30:25).Finally, they recap Misfits X Series 20,  including Darren Till's win against Anthony Taylor and KSI's short-lived matchup with Wayne Bridge (59:32).

Ariel Helwani and The Boys In The Back discuss the status of Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall and react to the latest combat sports news (05:38).Anthony Smith announces his retirement fight, tells a powerful story of receiving support from Bryce Mitchell before his most recent bout, reveals he asked the UFC brass to compete in Power Slap and more (31:39).Aljamain Sterling discusses Merab Dvalishvili's big win over Umar Nurmagomedov, why Merab will be the 135-pound GOAT, a potential fight against Patricio Pitbull, Payton Talbott's first career loss and more (01:35:06).