Stamp Fairtex around (5:04) discusses her latest ONE Championship win, her walkouts, if MMA is her favorite discipline, competing in fights when she was six years old, what caused her to start training at that age, how many fights she has had, how she got her name, and more. Eric Albarracin around (24:26) discusses Henry Cejudo’s performance at UFC 288, how the judges scored the fight, what Cejudo could have done better, possibly facing Merab Dvalishvili next, how the bad beef began with Brandon...
May 10, 2023•4 hr 21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ariel Helwani around (11:49) discusses the scoring for the UFC 288 main event, the face-off between Sean O’Malley and Aljamain Sterling, what’s next for Henry Cejudo, the biggest winners at UFC 288, Bad Bunny’s performance at Backlash, and more. Sean O’Malley around (35:56) discusses Aljamain Sterling’s performance at UFC 288, what he doesn’t like about Henry Cejudo, how the pay-per-view will do, why he stepped outside for UFC 288 main event, the face-off after the main event, how Merab Dvalishv...
May 08, 2023•4 hr 34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Drew Dober around (6:38) talks about his upcoming fight at UFC 288, the importance of staying active, Paddy Pimblett and the other names he wanted to fight this year, his love of cooking, and more. In the latest On the Nose around (21:51), Ariel Helwani discusses Francis Ngannou’s next stop, if Conor McGregor could join BKFC, best striker and wrestler ever, the UFC 288 main event, promoters, ONE’s return Friday, Kamaru Usman calling out Khamzat Chimaev, the toughest feats in sports, influencer b...
May 03, 2023•4 hr 22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ariel Helwani around (11:33) reacts to ONE’s passing on free agent Francis Ngannou and what’s next for Ngannou. The team talks about Conor McGregor's showing at BKFC 41, whether the UFC is mad about the appearance, whether BKFC has benefitted from Slap Fighting, the brutality of BKFC fights, and more. David Feldman around (42:32) talks about the success of the BKFC 41 event, Conor McGregor's appearance at the show, the crazy DMs he got from famous fighters after the event, whether Mike Perry and...
May 01, 2023•4 hr 33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Salt Papi around (5:28) discusses his upcoming fight at Misfits Boxing 7, his move to the UK as a teen, how he ended up with the Salt Papi nickname, how he started boxing, street fights, why he’s not fighting an influencer next, who he wants next, ranking the best influencers, and more. In the latest On the Nose around (40:58), Ariel Helwani discusses UFC vs. boxing events, taking wrong bag at airport, boxing fights he would like to see next, replays by officials in UFC events, big upset in ONE ...
Apr 26, 2023•4 hr 53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ariel Helwani around (10:43) discusses the Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia showdown, Conor McGregor's backstage appearance at Davis vs. Garcia, Sergei Pavlovich's win over Curtis Blaydes at UFC Vegas 71, what the future holds for Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic, Blaydes' game plan, the UFC's blitz of announcements, and more. Bobby Green around (46:00) talks about the afterath of his no-contest with Jared Gordon at UFC Vegas 71, how he feels Gordon wasn't out before the finishing sequence, fighting the...
Apr 25, 2023•4 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the latest On the Nose around (11:28), Ariel Helwani discusses if Robert Whittaker and Max Holloway should get title shots again against their archrivals, if Israel Adesanya is the face of the UFC, Sean O’Malley’s absence, Leon Edwards’ next fight, Belal vs. Gilbert, the best fighter ever from Hawaii, and more. John Hennigan around (1:14:04) discusses his viral knockout at Creator Clash 2, how he got into pro wrestling, why he would want to face KSI next, Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz, if he would ...
Apr 19, 2023•4 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ariel Helwani around (2:31) reacts to UFC Kansas City, why he scored the fight for Arnold Allen, what’s next for Max Holloway and Allen, and more. Olivier Aubin-Mercier around (45:48) talks about why the PFL booked him against Shane Burgos, his feeling that the promotion didn't want him to win, how Burgos was put on posters over him, fighting for the PFL in Las Vegas, how 20 of his Quebec fans were confused by the card order and missed the fight, whether the PFL will go to Canada, and more. Bill...
Apr 17, 2023•5 hr 44 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ariel Helwani and the crew break down around (8:30) the Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz fight, who has more to lose, and much more. In the latest On the Nose around (47:24), Ariel Helwani discusses how champs deal with losses, Max Holloway vs. Arnold Allen, Israel Adesanya’s UFC 287 celebration, if there are too many rematches, Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic, Dana White’s recent behavior, the Monster deal, Ryan Garcia vs. Gervonta Davis, and more. Shane Burgos around (1:31:15) discusses his PFL debut, why i...
Apr 12, 2023•4 hr 22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ariel Helwani around (2:49) discusses UFC 287, the performance by Israel Adesanya, the possibility of a trilogy fight between Pereira and Adesanya, Adesanya's growing feud with Dricus Du Plessis, and more. Kevin Holland around (1:04:40) discusses his win over Santiago Ponzinibbio, his hand injury, how his mom initially told him not fight, what he was smelling during the fight, his run-ins with Jorge Masvidal, the BMF belt, what he wants next, why he fumbled the bag at UFC 287, and more. Christia...
Apr 10, 2023•4 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ariel Helwani discusses the big news of UFC parent company Endeavor announcing the purchase of the WWE, which organization will be helped more by the sale, what’s next for the fighters and wrestlers, and more. Michael Chiesa around (41:37) discusses his cancelled UFC 287 fight against Li Jingliang, how many replacement fighters turned the fight down, why he wants Gunnar Nelson next, why he’s willing to wait for the fight, whether Kevin Lee was ever in the equation, his loss to Sean Brady, overco...
Apr 03, 2023•4 hr 34 min•Transcript available on Metacast In a special edition of The MMA Hour, Ariel Helwani answers your questions about Dustin Poirier’s future, welterweight drama and more in the latest On The Nose, previews a very busy weekend slate for combat sports, and helps the parlay pals make their latest pick. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/vis...
Mar 29, 2023•2 hr 11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ariel Helwani around (8:25) discusses the UFC San Antonio main event, the performance by Cory Sandhagen, the judging in Texas, the scary scene at Fury FC 76, and more. PFL prospect Dakota Ditcheva around (41:33) discusses her first-round win over Malin Hermansson at PFL Europe, her road to MMA, fighting as a 4-year-old, people proclaiming her as the next Ronda Rousey, getting the first submission of her career, goals of being a UFC champion one day, and more. Jorge Masvidal around (1:02:22) disc...
Mar 28, 2023•3 hr 16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Rafael Fiziev around (4:28) discusses his loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC 286, what went wrong, why he likes a bloody picture from the fight, if he wishes there was two more rounds, and more. In the latest edition of On the Nose around (24:07), Ariel Helwani discusses what’s next for Cory Sandhagen and Chito Vera, Colby Covington’s title shot and the reaction to his return, Covington’s comments about Jon Anik, how much power Leon Edwards has with the UFC, how competitive Ariel is, pies, and more. ...
Mar 23, 2023•5 hr 51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Leon Edwards around (2:11) discusses his title defense at UFC 286, Kamaru Usman’s pre-fight trash talk, his pre-fight gunshot gesture, the fouls during the fight, Colby Covington’s appearance at fight week, if Covington deserves a title shot, who might be next for the title, how the tide has turned for the “Rocky” era, and more. Ariel Helwani around (19:55) reacts to Leon Edwards’ trilogy win over Kamaru Usman at UFC 286, the promotion’s decision to award Colby Covington a title shot, the road f...
Mar 20, 2023•4 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Conor McGregor discusses TUF 31, facing Michael Chandler, almost facing Nate Diaz in a trilogy match, Francis Ngannou’s departure from the UFC, the night he was injured at UFC 264, acting in the movie Road House, 155 or 170 pounds for his return, Jon Jones’ recent win, Ian Garry, and more. Ariel Helwani, GC, and NYRic then recap and break down the interview with Conor McGregor. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1...
Mar 16, 2023•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dan Hardy around (3:16) discusses his new gig with the PFL, what his responsibilities will be, how the PFL can make a bigger impact in Europe, if he will ever fight again, how he met his wife, the UFC 286 main event, and more. Veronica Hardy around (26:39) discusses why she’s been out so long, learning MMA from her coach and husband Dan Hardy, her past concussion issues, the multiple countries she has lived in, rooting for Nottingham Forest, and more. In the latest On the Nose around (43:46), Ar...
Mar 15, 2023•4 hr 19 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ariel Helwani and crew around (3:05) discuss Merab Dvalishvili’s impressive win at UFC Las Vegas, the issues with Power Slap, the best and division in the UFC, how Bellator’s champs stack up against the UFC, Bellator 292, how successful the Davis vs. Garcia PPV will be, and more. Merab Dvalishvili around (1:06:41) wraps his UFC Las Vegas win, his issues with Petr Yan before the fight, Dana White’s recent comments, the possible plan for this return, Aljamain Sterling vs. Henry Cejudo, and more. B...
Mar 13, 2023•4 hr 39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dricus Du Plessis around (4:38) discusses his win at UFC 285, why he was surprised he won, his nose injury, his opponent throwing in the towel, what might be next, and more. Joanne Wood around (23:58) discusses her upcoming fight at UFC 286, what this UK fight means to her, her first dog, losing her accent, hockey vs. NFL, why she was out so long, Alexa Grasso vs. Valentina Shevchenko, how much time she has left, and more. In the latest edition of On the Nose around (47:15), Ariel Helwani talks ...
Mar 08, 2023•5 hr 37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ariel Helwani around (7:14) wraps up UFC 285 and the memorable wins by Jon Jones, Alexa Grasso, and more. The team also discusses Ciryl Gane's lopsided loss and whether he was rushed to the top of the division, predictions for Jones vs. Stipe Miocic, whether or not Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou will ever happen and the disrespect to Ngannou's legacy and skillset, Alexa Grasso's win over Valentina Shevchenko, the potential for an immediate rematch, Shavkhat Rakhmonov's future in the UFC, and more...
Mar 06, 2023•4 hr 50 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the latest On The Nose around (7:23), Ariel Helwani takes a closer look at the UFC 285 fight card, Jon Jones’ days at light heavyweight, the GOAT debate between Jones and GSP, Jake Paul’s next step, Darren Till’s UFC departure, and more. Also, Michael Rapaport calls in to make his UFC 285 main event prediction. BKFC founder Dave Feldman around (1:02:40) discusses how free agents Eddie Alvarez and Luke Rockhold ended up on next month’s BKFC 41 fight card, who else will be on that pay-per-view ...
Mar 01, 2023•4 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ariel Helwani around (2:38) wraps a busy combat sports weekend, including the Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury showdown Sunday. Helwani discusses the Paul vs. Fury fight, what’s next for both parties, Nate Diaz vs. Logan Paul, and more. Yaroslav Amosov around (1:02:09) talks about his motivation for his title unifier with Logan Storley, his decision to fight again after defending his Ukranian homeland against Russia, plans to go back to Ukraine as a civilian, whether he's the best welterweight in the wo...
Feb 27, 2023•4 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the latest On the Nose around (12:31), Ariel Helwani discusses missed opportunities in post-fight interviews and who’s next for Islam Makhachev, who else should be in the UFC Hall of Fame, top 3 Montreal crowds, his favorite places to visit, the biggest regret of his career, who’s next for Khamzat Chimaev, a classic Karaoke story, and more. Yair Rodriguez around (1:09:10) discusses his recent interim title win at UFC 284, how he felt when got the belt, if he thinks he will face Alexander Volk...
Feb 23, 2023•5 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this special edition of the program, the boys talk about Erin Blanchfield's massive win over Jessica Andrade and whether she can be the one to beat Valentina Shevchenko. They also discuss the latest Conor McGregor-TUF drama, IV-gate and get a full breakdown of Ariel's once-in-a-lifetime WWE experience in Montreal, which included some drama with AEW founder Tony Khan, who figured out a way to 10-7 himself. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral servic...
Feb 20, 2023•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bo Nickal around (6:16) discusses his upcoming UFC debut next month, his new haircut, his injury, some haters on social media, if MMA will be in the Olympics, if he feels pressure for a finish against Jamie Pickett, his chances against Alex Pereira, who is No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter, and more. In the latest edition of On the Nose around (43:34), Ariel Helwani discusses what’s next for Dustin Poirier, how Alexander Volkanovski won the contest but not the fight, his pound-for-pound rankings, wh...
Feb 15, 2023•4 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast The team around (13:15) discusses the pound-for-pound implications of UFC 284’s Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski, how P4P should be defined, how Makhachev stacks up against Khabib Nurmagomedov, Dan Hooker's accusation against Makhachev, whether Beneil Dariush vs. Charles Oliveira should be happening, Jon Jones jumping back into the top of the pound-for-pound list with a win over Ciryl Gane, and more. Arnold Allen around (1:02:35) gives his thoughts on the Makhachev vs. Volkanovski scori...
Feb 13, 2023•4 hr 27 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the latest On the Nose around (10:30), Ariel Helwani reacts to LeBron James’ record, what happens if Alexander Volkanovski wins at UFC 284, which UFC fighter deserves a 30 for 30 treatment, how would you rank UFC's next four pay-per-views, favorite YouTube channels, Kevin Lee returning to the UFC, Tim Simpson’s new management firm, and more. Sodiq Yusuff around (1:16:59) discusses his new social media fame around his UFC event breakdowns, his recent back injury, how Keith Lee is his inspirati...
Feb 08, 2023•4 hr 20 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ariel Helwani discusses Conor McGregor’s return fight against Michael Chandler and them both being coach for TUF, Tim Simpson’s new management group, and more. Michael Chandler around (31:20) discusses facing Conor McGregor in his return and coaching against him on TUF, how it all happened, why he got the shot against McGregor, his relationship with McGregor, who might the coaches be, and more. Jorge Masvidal around (1:02:43) talks about the UFC’s return to Miami, if he will retire after this fi...
Feb 07, 2023•5 hr 41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Scott Coker around (5:24) discusses Bellator 290, Fedor’s last fight, his favorite Fedor fight, the legends that will come out for the fight, what happens if Fedor wins HW title, talking with Francis Ngannou, and more. In the latest edition of On the Nose around (30:38), Ariel Helwani discusses Max Holloway vs. Arnold Allen and what it means, favorite memories of Fedor, Joe Rogan’s recent comments, the UFC’s biggest baby face, fighter health care, the Royal Rumble ending, his conversation with P...
Feb 01, 2023•4 hr 13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ariel Helwani and the crew around (8:47) discuss the Royal Rumble and who won the lottery. They then discuss Dana White's big fight announcement this past Friday, Conor McGregor's potential return on The Ultimate Fighter, McGregor's recent bike accident, Jake Paul's faceoff with Tommy Fury, and more. Jorge Masvidal around (49:01) talks about how the Gilbert Burns fight came together, the issues that have been keeping him out of the cage, where things stand in his legal fight with Colby Covington...
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