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ListenDerrick Lewis’ Historic KO, Usman-Masvidal Drama, Colby Covington’s Next Move from 2021-02-22T20:56:57
After Derrick Lewis’ impressive KO of Curtis Blaydes on Saturday, DC&Helwani discuss where “The Black Beast” fits into this exciting time for the UFC’s heavyweight division that includes Stipe Mioc...
ListenNathan Diaz Breaks Silence, Cory Sandhagen from 2021-02-10T21:11:56
In his first interview since late 2019, UFC fan favorite Nathan Diaz tells Ariel how Conor McGregor messed up at UFC 257 against Dustin Poirier. Plus, he says who he hopes to fight next and how oft...
ListenSandhagen’s Flying Knee, UFC 258: Teammate vs. Teammate, McGregor-Poirier 3? from 2021-02-08T21:07:42
After watching a devastating knockout this past Saturday, DC & Helwani reconvene to discuss Corey Sandhagen’s incredible flying knee and what it means for his trajectory in the UFC’s bantamweight d...
ListenDC & Helwani: Recapping UFC 249; Cruz & Ngannou from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Fresh off calling the fights in Jacksonville, Daniel Cormier rejoins Ariel to break down Justin Gaethje's impressive performance, Henry Cejudo's sudden retirement and Stipe Miocic's unwillingness t...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this premiere episode of the show, Brett Okamoto, Jeff Wagenheim and Ariel Helwani discuss the UFC's debut on ESPN, Greg Hardy's first UFC fight, covering Hardy, the stakes going into Cejudo vs....
ListenDustin Poirier, Cory Sandhagen, Joaquin Buckley on Viral Knockout from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former UFC interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier tells Ariel why talks on the Oct. 24 Tony Ferguson fight fell through. “The Diamond” also discusses the “slap in the face” regarding Michael C...
ListenUFC 249 Preview: Ferguson, Waterson, Stephens from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The headliner of Saturday night's highly-anticipated UFC 249 card, Tony Ferguson, joins Ariel to talk about how he's feeling heading into the interim lightweight title fight, and why he won't fall ...
ListenMcGregor’s Power Play, Ferguson’s Gripes, Sandhagen’s Bounce-Back from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
DC joins live from Fight Island to discuss Cory Sandhagen’s first round TKO of Marlon Moraes and what it means for the bantamweight division. The guys then talk about Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poir...
ListenEpisode 29: Woodley, Usman, Lewis, Garbrandt, Smith, Lawlor, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off from a new studio in Bristol CT with TJ Dillashaw's HC Duane Ludwig (7:00), some heat from Henry Cejudo's HC Eric Albarracin (30:30), "Filthy" Tom Lawler (51:45)...
ListenDC & Helwani: UFC 249 Matchups, Cowboy's Comments, A Message for Stipe from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Fight week is back! To celebrate the occasion, Daniel Cormier and Ariel discuss why Tony Ferguson vs. Justin Gaethje won't disappoint (47:08). Plus, DC calls out Stipe Miocic (1:03:40) and gives hi...
ListenPost-Show: Episode 27 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel and NewYorkRic talk about Colby Covington getting snubbed, Jon Jones vs. Anthony Smith, Floyd Mayweather's win over Tenshin Nasukawa, Cris Cyborg's future, our 2018 awards and much more.
ListenEpisode 28: Covington, Velasquez, Ostovich, Zingano, Calderwood, Anderson in studio and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with UFC Welter weight Colby Covington to discuss his title shot snub (4:30), UFC Women's Flyweight Joanne Calderwood (27:15), UFC Light Heavyweight Corey Anders...
ListenRobert Whittaker Opens Up, Bob Arum on Boxing's Future from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker tells Ariel why he needed time off after losing the belt to Israel Adesanya, if he considered walking away from the sport entirely, his experience ...
ListenThe 2018 Helwani Nose Awards from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani looks back at the year that was in MMA by handing out 19 awards. Categories include: male and female fighter of the year, knockout of the year, submission of the year, fight of the ye...
ListenDC & Helwani: Cejudo vs. Cruz & Risk/Reward for Top Fighters from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
One week after Amanda Nunes' decision to withdraw from UFC 249, Ariel asks Daniel Cormier the question: What do top fighters have to gain (or lose) by fighting under adverse circumstances? Plus, DC...
ListenReuniting With Jason "Mayhem" Miller from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A decade ago, Jason "Mayhem" Miller was one of the most popular MMA fighters on the planet. But when his fighting career came to a halt in 2012, his life took a dramatic turn for the worse, with ye...
ListenAriel Helwani's MMA Show: Best of 2018 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this special episode of Ariel Helwani's MMA Show, we rounded up the best moments from a memorable year, including interviews with Anderson Silva, Conor McGregor, Daniel Cormier, Matt Hughes, Chr...
ListenPost-Show: Episode 26 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel and NewYorkRic discuss another busy day on the show, Bellator's Hawaiian debut, the final UFC on FOX card, the UFC's welterweight mess, their big New Year's Eve show plans and more.
ListenDC & Helwani: Ferguson's Weight Cut & Strikeforce Memories from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Daniel Cormier tells Ariel whether it was smart or foolish for Tony Ferguson to make weight this past weekend, despite possibly having an interim title shot on May 9 (13:06). Plus, the guys remembe...
ListenEpisode 26: Belfort in studio, Cruz, Iaquinta, MacFarlane, Covington, Lee, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with UFC lightweights Edson Barboza (3:34) & Kevin Lee (15:00), UFC women's flyweight Jessica-Rose Clark (31:00), Al Iaquinta (47:24), Colby Covington (1:13:34),...
ListenTony Ferguson Exclusive from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Tony Ferguson speaks with Ariel moments after making weight on Friday for a fight that isn't happening. The former interim UFC lightweight champion talks about why he's decided to make weight, if h...
ListenPost-Show: Episode 25 Post Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel and NewYorkRic discuss a busy day on the show, in particular with the welterweights, the UFC Brooklyn additions, Max Holloway's win, what's next for Valentina Shevchenko, a busy weekend comin...
ListenGeorges St-Pierre & Shaquille O'Neal from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Two of the greatest athletes of all time, the first being UFC legend Georges St-Pierre, join Ariel to discuss what it would take to pull him out of retirement, the love/hate relationship he has wit...
ListenEpisode 25: Woodley, Askren, Lynch, Usman, Northcutt, Edgar, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with the UFC Women's Flyweight champ Valentina Shevchenko (6:30), UFC Flyweight Jessica Eye (24:30), Bellator MMA Flyweight Ilima-Lei Macfarlane (42:00), fresh o...
ListenDC & Helwani: UFC 249 Postponement & Angry Ronda Rousey from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Daniel Cormier was pegged to be on the broadcast team for UFC 249, and he tells Ariel how the UFC was preparing to make the event as safe as it possibly could be (9:07). Plus, DC takes us into the ...
ListenPost Show: Episode 24 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel and NewYorkRic discuss an emotional day on the show, a busy weekend in MMA, the Wilder-Fury fight, Sage Northcutt signing with ONE Championship, Daley vs. MVP in Connecticut, UFC 231 and much...
ListenIsland Fighting, Israel Adesanya & McGregor Memories from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chael Sonnen, who once fought on an island, tells Ariel about his own experiences before the two friends discuss Sonnen's fascination with the TBD location of UFC 249, the UFC's harrowing back to i...
ListenEpisode 24: Holloway, Ortega, Weidman in studio, Hunt, Usman, Ranallo, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with the undefeated number one contender Kamaru Usman (8:00) then conversations with One Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong (30:40), Brian Ortega (52:24), the Fe...
ListenDC & Helwani: Khabib/Ferguson Latest, Thoughts on Jon Jones & Stipe Miocic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the UFC reportedly close to finalizing a location for UFC 249, Daniel Cormier and Ariel discuss possible matchups, as well as Khabib's handling of the situation (10:20). Plus, DC explains why ...
ListenTony Ferguson Exclusive, Triple H, Stipe Miocic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Tony Ferguson explains to Ariel why he believes Khabib Nurmagomedov is "running away" from him, why the highly-anticipated fight won't ever happen, and if he's willing to face top contender Justin ...
ListenPost-Show: Episode 23 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel and NewYorkRic discuss Jon Jones' in-studio interview, Tito Ortiz knocking out Chuck Liddell, the future of Golden Boy MMA, UFC Beijing results, a busy upcoming weekend in MMA and more.
ListenDC & Helwani: UFC 249 Latest and Jon Jones Arrest Reaction from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Due to travel restrictions, the UFC 249 headliner between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Tony Ferguson looks like it won't happen...again. Daniel Cormier and Ariel discuss who should replace Khabib and wh...
ListenEpisode 23: Jones in studio, Ortiz, Ngannou, Overeem, Hackleman, Smolka, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a recap of the Liddell-Ortiz fight with Chuck Liddell's coach John Hackelman (10:25) then speaks with the victor of the bout Tito Ortiz (28:10). Plus, UFC H...
ListenHow WWE, UFC Are Fighting On from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
WrestleMania 36 is still a go, despite mass cancellations in the sporting world. PostWrestling.com's John Pollock joins Ariel to discuss WWE's decision-making under these circumstances, the logisti...
ListenPost-Show: Episode 22 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel and NewYorkRic recap a memorable day on the show, AJ Agazarm signing with Bellator, UFC's debut in Argentina, Liddell vs. Oritz 3 this weekend, Blaydes - NGannou 2, Becky Lynch vs. Ronda Rous...
ListenDC & Helwani: The UFC's Next Moves & DC's Brilliant Plan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Daniel Cormier rejoins Ariel and together the two discuss the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the UFC's future, as well as DC's own fighting future (13:20). Plus, DC talks about the evolution...
ListenEpisode 22: Liddell, Ortiz, Perry, MacDonald, Ponzinibbio, Borg, Agazarm in studio, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with #10 Welterweight Santiago Ponzinibbio (8:05), then a big announcement from AJ Agazarm in the studio (27:20). Plus, Bellator MMA's Rory MacDonald (1:26:25), ...
ListenWhere Does MMA Go From Here? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With three UFC fight cards postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the UFC finds itself in flux. NewYorkRic and Marc Raimondi join Ariel to discuss the UFC's commitment to holding on when every oth...
ListenPost-Show: Episode 21 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel and NewYorkRic discuss a busy day on the show, including a celebration on UFC's 25th anniversary, the upcoming bout between Henry Cejudo and TJ Dillashaw, the potential removal of the Flyweig...
ListenEpisode 21: Rodriguez, Dillashaw, Cejudo, Gracie, Romero, Moraes, and many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a very special happy birthday salute to the UFC with UFC Hall of Famer Royce Gracie (5:12), then welcomes UFC Straw-weight Maycee Barber (30:30), UFC Flywei...
ListenChael Sonnen In Studio, Filthy Tom's New Home from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
"Filthy Tom" Lawlor announces his return to MMA and explains why, even after a rocky ending with the UFC, he feels now is the right time to get back into fighting (41:36). Before that, Chael Sonnen...
ListenPost-Show: Episode 20 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel and NewYorkRic discuss a busy day on the show, Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Tenshin Nasukawa, UFC 230, what's next for Daniel Cormier, UFC Denver and much more.
ListenEpisode 20: Cormier, Adesanya & Abdelaziz & Eubanks in studio, Miocic, Cannonier and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week on Ariel Helwani's MMA show, Ariel welcomes former World Champion Kickboxer Javier Mendez (5:19) via skype, UFC Lightweight and Heavyweight Champion Daniel Cormier (32:10), UFC Middleweig...
ListenZhang, Adesanya, Shevchenko, Arum, Jay Park, O'Malley, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a bizarre main event at UFC 248, Ariel defends Israel Adesanya against the criticism he's received since Saturday night. Plus, he explains why he's in awe of Zhang Weili and Joanna Jedrzejczy...
ListenPost-Show: Episode 19 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel is joined ESPN's Chamatakar Sandhu to discuss the Demetrious Johnson for Ben Askren trade, UFC 230, Anthony Smith's big win in Moncton, Yair Rodriguez replacing Frankie Edgar and much more.
ListenEpisode 19: Cormier & Adesanya & Minton in studio, Mighty Mouse, Askren, Smith, Kawa, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with one half of the historic trade and recently acquired UFC Welterweight Ben Askren (3:50), newly minted ONE Championship and former UFC Flyweight Champion Dem...
ListenDC & Helwani: The Inaugural Episode from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the very first edition of "DC & Helwani" on ESPN Radio, Daniel Cormier and Ariel discuss DC's future, Israel Adesanya's stardom, memories of Yoel Romero's early days, Joanna Jedrzejczyk's chance...
ListenArtem Lobov Exclusive from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In his first interview in months, Lobov talks about the genesis of his feud with Khabib Nurmagomedov, what happened in Brooklyn, the road to UFC 229, the melee afterwards, why he decided to stay in...
ListenPost-Show: Episode 18 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
NewYorkRic checks in from his vacation in Hawaii to preview UFC Moncton. The guys also talk about who's really winning in the Khabib-Conor aftermath, the PFL playoffs, Weidman vs. Jacare and more.
ListenEpisode 18: Alvarez & Mayer in studio, Till, Weidman, Iaquinta, Bader, Shevchenko, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with former UFC Middleweight Champion Chris Weidman (2:30), Bellator Light Heavyweight Champion Ryan Bader (24:35), UFC Lightweight Al Iaquinta (39:15), UFC's Me...
ListenUFC 248 Preview & The Canadian Gangster's New Home from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With Israel Adesanya's star on the rise ahead of UFC 248, ESPN's Phil Murphy joins Ariel to discuss Adesanya's growing popularity around the globe (35:32). But before that, Zhang Weili's manager Br...
ListenAdesanya, Romero, Mighty Mouse, Felder, Spencer, M. Anderson, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The UFC flyweights should stick around, Ariel says, despite the controversial weekend for the division in Norfolk. The show's first guest, UFC featherweight Felicia Spencer -- a winner in Norfolk -...
ListenCejudo vs. Aldo, State of the Flyweights, What's Next for Tyson Fury? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
NewYorkRic talks about the state of the flyweight division heading into this weekend's UFC Norfolk card (8:00). Then, they discuss the Henry Cejudo vs. Jose Aldo title fight in May and NewYorkRic's...
ListenHearn, Hooker, Jedrzejczyk, Gallagher, Calderwood, Adams, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Coming off a historical weekend in the boxing world, Ariel reacts to the Tyson Fury vs. Deontay Wilder rematch and what could be next for Fury. Then, he welcomes famed combat sports nutritionist Ge...
ListenDiego Sanchez and His Guru Clear the Air from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In a contentious episode of the show, UFC legend Diego Sanchez and his coach and life guru, Josh Fabia, defend themselves against the criticism they've each received since Saturday night's controve...
ListenTill, Fury, Poirier, Iaquinta, Perry, Sterling, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel begins by delivering his thoughts on Jan Blachowicz's Saturday night win in Rio Rancho and the illegal knee that defined the Diego Sanchez/Michel Pereira fight. Then, Blachowicz himself discu...
ListenDoes MMA Have a Judging Problem? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the wake of a controversial UFC 247, Ariel welcomes veteran MMA official Marc Goddard to discuss misconceptions about officiating, the scoring of close rounds, the criteria officials adhere to a...
ListenReyes, Shevchenko, Lewis, Krause, Zombie, Sanchez, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Nearly 48 hours after a controversial end to UFC 247, Ariel delivers his thoughts on the main event and how officiating soured the night. One fighter affected by the officiating, lightweight James ...
ListenAll Things Jon Jones vs. Dominick Reyes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Albuquerque's own Jon Jones fights this weekend, so Ariel welcomes Geoff Grammer of The Albuquerque Journal to talk about the perception of Jones in the city and a personal connection he shares wit...
ListenJon Jones, Covington, Volkanovski, Reyes, Anthony Smith, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
To lead off UFC 247 fight week, Ariel welcomes Eliot Marshall of Elevation Fight Team in Denver to talk about the recent success of his gym, his transition from fighting to coaching and how he deal...
ListenMasvidal on Usman Altercation, Stephen A. Responds to Joe Rogan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jorge Masvidal calls in to talk about his verbal altercation with Kamaru Usman in Miami (1:10:52). But before that, Ariel talks to Stephen A. Smith about the criticism he received from Joe Rogan an...
ListenCormier, Woodley, Cyborg, Barber, O'Malley, Roddy, Chiesa, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel begins the show by emotionally reacting to the tragic death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others who perished in a helicopter crash on Sunday. The show's first guest, former UFC heav...
ListenWhat's Next For Conor McGregor? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Is Conor McGregor back? NewYorkRic weighs in on that before he and Ariel lay out a number of possibilities for McGregor's next fight. Then, MMAFighting's Peter Carroll discusses the perception of M...
ListenMasvidal, Kavanagh, Bisping, Lee, Holm, Modafferi, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel opens the show by offering his immediate thoughts on UFC 246 and Conor McGregor's 40-second TKO of Cowboy Cerrone. Then, after the best win of her career, UFC flyweight Roxanne Modafferi tell...
ListenAlistair Overeem, Gerald Meerschaert Predicts Khamzat Chimaev Upset from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Fresh off another win in the UFC’s heavyweight division, 23-year veteran Alistair Overeem discusses how much longer he plans on fighting, the best moments of his career and how Jon Jones would fare...
ListenDC & Helwani: Nick Diaz Back?, Cormier vs. Lesnar, BMF Rematch from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With videos of a fit Nick Diaz swirling around social media, DC & Helwani talk about the UFC welterweight's potential path to a return, and some big names they'd like to see him fight. Plus, the gu...
ListenThe Notorious McG: Conor McGregor Inside and Outside Ultimate Fighting from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On Saturday two UFC legends collide on ESPN+ as Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone faces Irishman Conor McGregor, perhaps the most notorious fighter in mixed martial arts. ESPN Senior Writer Kevin Van Valkenb...
ListenMcGregor vs. Cerrone Press Conference Reaction With Chael Sonnen, Fan Calls from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Following Wednesday night's UFC 246 press conference featuring Conor McGregor, Cowboy Cerrone and Dana White, Ariel hits the ESPN Radio airwaves to take fan calls and to speak with Chael Sonnen (12...
ListenConor McGregor Exclusive Interview, Kavanagh, Roddy, Cruz, Alvarez, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With all eyes on Conor McGregor and his UFC 246 battle with Cowboy Cerrone in Las Vegas, Ariel opens the show by explaining why he's so excited about this card. The show's first guest, UFC bantamwe...
ListenAnderson Silva, Robert Whittaker, Neil Magny Fired up About Khamzat Chimaev from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
One of the greatest fighters of all-time, Anderson Silva, joins Ariel just days before his final UFC fight to discuss competing at age 45, why he believes MMA saved his life, if he ever came close ...
Listen2020 Lookahead with NewYorkRic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel and NewYorkRic begin their 2020 preview by looking back on the fallout of Ariel's controversial picks from the 2019 Helwani Nose Awards. Then, the two old friends discuss the fights that must...
ListenThe 2019 Helwani Nose Awards feat. Masvidal, Adesanya, 24 Awards, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In an annual tradition, Ariel announces his winners of the most coveted awards in MMA. Male (1:51:44) and Female (1:09:01) Fighter of the Year are on the line, as well as Breakout Fighter (24:02), ...
ListenDecade in Review Roundtable from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In a roundtable discussion, ESPN's Brett Okamoto and Marc Raimondi join Ariel to look back on the stories that defined MMA in the past decade.
ListenExclusive: Rory MacDonald On Signing With PFL; UFC 245 Aftermath from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In an exclusive interview, former UFC title contender and Bellator champion Rory MacDonald joins Ariel to explain why he has decided to sign with PFL. Then, ahead of her Bellator title fight in her...
ListenWonderboy & M. Anderson In Studio, Faber, Edwards, Neal, Hooper, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the final live show of the decade, Ariel begins by offering his reactions to UFC 245. He then welcomes one of the darlings of the weekend, 20-year-old featherweight Chase "The Dream" Hooper, to ...
ListenLIVE from Las Vegas: The Second Nose World Order Trivia Challenge from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Live from Jimmy Kimmel's Comedy Club at The LINQ Promenade in Las Vegas, Ariel hosts the Second Nose World Order Trivia Challenge. Fighters Dominick Reyes, Derrick Lewis, Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Mic...
ListenThe Curious Case of Colby Covington, Mick Conlan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Colby Covington is one of the most polarizing figures in all of MMA, and so Dan Lambert, founder and owner of American Top Team - Covington's gym - joins Ariel to discuss the welterweight's ascent,...
ListenNunes, Crawford, Carmouche, Volkanovski, Felder, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Two days after winning his headlining fight against Alistair Overeem, UFC heavyweight Jairzinho Rozenstruik phones in to discuss the win and his chances of landing a fight against heavyweight conte...
ListenMcGregor/Cerrone Reaction; Rich Eisen Remembers Stuart Scott from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It's Stuart Scott Day at ESPN, so Ariel welcomes Scott's most well-known SportsCenter partner-in-crime, Rich Eisen, to reminisce about the beloved anchor, who succumbed to cancer in 2015. Then, Ari...
ListenTony Ferguson, Adesanya, Shevchenko, Overeem, El Patron, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel begins by explaining why Donald Cerrone is the perfect matchup for Conor McGregor's return fight. Plus, Ariel's thoughts on the Tony Ferguson/Khabib Nurmagomedov lightweight title fight, set ...
ListenTony Ferguson on Poirier Falling Through + Holly Holm & GaryVee Enters MMA World from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In a captivating exclusive interview, former UFC interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson gives Ariel a behind-the-scenes look at why a UFC 254 matchup between he and Dustin Poirier isn’t happeni...
ListenIzzy vs. Jones Must Happen Next, McGregor-Poirier, Can Holm beat Nunes? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a week filled with insults thrown Daniel Cormier's way, DC talks about whether his feelings were hurt. The guys also talk about the resurgence of Holly Holm and whether she could beat Amanda ...
ListenThe Business of MMA from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In a special episode devoted to the ins and outs of growing MMA all throughout the world, Ariel first speaks to Martin Lewandowski, the co-founder and CEO of KSW, Poland's leading fight organizatio...
ListenGina Carano, Dillashaw, Whittaker, Weidman, Rockhold, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In a history-making episode of the show, former UFC champion Chris Weidman looks back on his "devastating" loss to Dominick Reyes last month. With a Jon Jones matchup likely awaiting him had he bea...
ListenGareth A. Davies Talks Recent Heart Attack from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Veteran combat sports reporter Gareth A. Davies joins Ariel to talk for the first time about his recent heart attack and how he's feeling. He also discusses his visit with Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fur...
ListenBen Askren Retires, Foley, Romero, JDS, Gracie, Nickal, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel opens the show by talking to Junior dos Santos about the severity of the UFC heavyweight contender's infected leg, his thoughts on Curtis Blaydes and more. After that, Ben Askren tells Ariel ...
ListenChael Sonnen in Israel & the Return of an Old Friend from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With Ariel experiencing separation anxiety from his partner-in-crime, he welcomes on Chael Sonnen from Israel to talk about Bellator's popularity in the country, his impressions of Ariel's intervie...
ListenThe Rock, Nick Diaz, Namajunas, Miocic, Woodley, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson makes his debut on the show by first discussing his unforgettable experience at UFC 244, what he told Jorge Masvidal after the fight and the biggest differences between MM...
ListenKen Shamrock In Studio from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
"The World's Most Dangerous Man" Ken Shamrock joins Ariel in studio for an in-depth conversation on a multitude of topics: his return to pro wrestling at 55 years old, the current state of MMA, his...
ListenAdesanya In Studio, Masvidal, Till, Lee, Lewis, Perry, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel begins the show by sharing his thoughts on a jam-packed UFC 244. The show's first guest, Darren Till, talks to Ariel about his decision defeat of Kelvin Gastelum in his middleweight debut (4:...
ListenAll Things Nathan Diaz v. Jorge Masvidal from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the highly-anticipated battle for the BMF title just days away, Jorge Masvidal's manager Abraham Kawa joins Ariel to discuss the resurrection of the man they call "Gamebred" (36:01). Masvidal ...
ListenNate Diaz, Askren, Faber, Action Bronson, Lima, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With UFC 244 just days away, Ariel begins the show by sharing an important message about Walt Harris, whose daughter went missing last week. Then, Ariel gives the latest on Conor McGregor's next op...
ListenGreg Hardy & Frank Mir from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
UFC heavyweight Greg Hardy calls in to tell Ariel about why he's fighting Alexander Volkov in Russia on 18 days' notice. He also opens up about his feelings on last Friday's controversial overturne...
ListenBarber In Studio, HHH/Fury, Reyes, Danis, Lauzon, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show begins with a quick recap of UFC Fight Night and then UFC lightweight Joe Lauzon leads off the show by discussing how it felt to win on Friday -- his first win in three yea...
ListenGSP's Future, Chuck & Tito, Backstage at PFL from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Will Georges St-Pierre fight again? ESPN's Mark Kriegel gives his thoughts following his sit-down interview with the retired UFC welterweight fighter (31:28). Plus, Kriegel, a highly-esteemed boxin...
ListenJedrzejczyk, Rampage, Velasquez, Ortega, DJ, Barker, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Happy Canadian Thanksgiving! Ariel Helwani begins the show with holiday cheer and shares his thoughts on Joanna Jedrzejczyk's victory over Michelle Waterson and Cub Swanson's win over Kron Gracie i...
ListenMike Tyson, Adesanya, Holloway, Dern, Tate, Hooker, More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show begins with Ariel's thoughts on Israel Adesanya's rapid rise to UFC superstardom and the race for "Fighter of the Year." Then, UFC middleweight Jarod Cannonier weighs in on...
ListenChris Jericho Exclusive from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In his first interview since the big launch of AEW on TNT, professional wrestling legend Chris Jericho joins Ariel in studio to discuss his initial impressions of last night, how the promotion will...
ListenCain to WWE?, The Fall of Ronda, UFC 243 Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The last time the UFC hosted an event in Melbourne, Ronda Rousey suffered the biggest defeat of her career, a defeat she's never quite recovered from. ESPN's Ramona Shelburne, who covered Rousey ex...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 36 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Will the Daniel Cormier and Stipe Miocic rubber match happen? ESPN's Marc Raimondi opens the show by discussing that possible fight, as well as the controversial eye poke that ended last weekend's ...
ListenEpisode 64: Cormier, Masvidal, Stephens, Joey Diaz, Edwards, Hermansson, Kampmann, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel's Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a quick recap of the UFC Mexico City event that ended in controversy this past weekend. The show's first guest, UFC strawweight Carla Esparza, gives an up...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 35 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel opens the show by speaking to MMAFighting.com's Danny Segura about the popularity of Yair Rodriguez in Mexico, if Rodriguez has something to prove in this Saturday's fight against Jeremy Step...
ListenEpisode 63: Poirier, Askren, Iaquinta, Connelly, Action Bronson, Zingano, Stephens, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a brief UFC Vancouver recap and Ariel's thoughts on a future Justin Gaethje/Conor McGregor matchup. The show's first guest, welterweight Tristan Connelly, j...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 34 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel starts off the show by giving his thoughts on Khabib Nurmagomedov's performance against Dustin Poirier and also by explaining how the Jorge Masvidal/Nate Diaz fight came together. Then, Irish...
ListenEpisode 62: Masvidal, Ferguson, Covington, Velasquez in studio, Cyborg, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a full recap of UFC 242. The show's first guest, Joanne Calderwood, discusses her weekend win over Andrea Lee, the difficult fighting conditions in the Abu ...
ListenUFC 242 Preview Special from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel hits the radio waves two days before the highly-anticipated UFC 242 fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Dustin Poirier. He takes calls on the fight and updates the listeners on the latest w...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 33 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel begins the show by previewing the huge weekend in MMA ahead. Then, after describing the scene in China last weekend, English UFC broadcaster John Gooden discusses Zhang Weili's importance to ...
ListenEpisode 61: Ferguson, Zhang, Till, Cruz, Condit, Lee, Felder, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with an appearance from new UFC strawweight champion Zhang Weili. She talks about what it's like to be the first Chinese UFC champion, who she could fight next a...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 32 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel opens the show by speaking to NBC Sports Rugby Analyst Alex Corbisiero about former English rugby star James Haskell's transition to MMA and why it's such a big deal in the rugby world. He al...
ListenEpisode 60: Bret Hart, The VanZants in studio, Newell, GDR, Brown, Blachowicz, Weaver from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a weekend recap and then Bellator newcomer Nick Newell talks about his breakthrough win this past weekend and his Bellator future (7:50). Then, MMA power co...
ListenConor McGregor EXCLUSIVE Interview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel speaks to McGregor about why he punched a man in an Irish bar earlier this year, his string of recent controversies, the fans turning on him, his hand injury, his relationship with the UFC, h...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 31 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel opens the show by talking with John Branch of The New York Times about his time spent hanging out with Nate Diaz for his recent profile on the UFC star (2:30). Next, John Pollock of PostWrest...
ListenEpisode 59: Miocic, Perry, Costa, Ngannou, Angle, Holm, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a recap of UFC 241. The show's first guest, Cory Sandhagen, then discusses the state of the bantamweight division and why he feels he can take down Henry Ce...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 30 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week, Ariel is first joined by ESPN's Brett Okamoto to first talk about the buzz heading into UFC 241, as well as his recent sit-down with Nate Diaz (4:30). Then, ESPN's Marc Raimondi stops by...
ListenEpisode 58: Cormier, Shevchenko, Till, DJ, Waterson, Dalby, Macfarlane, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a recap of UFC Fight Night and Ariel expressing his excitement for the upcoming UFC 241. First, chats with UFC's Maycee "The Future" Barber about her hand i...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 29 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel opens the show by talking to legendary MMA journalist Dave Meltzer about the public perception of Colby Covington, if he will ever be a big draw and his possible professional wrestling future...
ListenEpisode 57: Covington, Askren, Woodley, Weidman, Kaufman in studio, Action Bronson, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a weekend recap and Ariel's take on the Cyborg/UFC break-up. Then, flyweight Matt Schnell dishes on his beef with Ariel before explaining why he feels he de...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 28 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel opens the show by speaking to ESPN UFC Insider Brett Okamoto about Cris Cyborg's cloudy future and her strained relationship with Dana White and the UFC (3:24). Plus, they recap Max Holloway'...
ListenEpisode 56: Cyborg, Whittaker, Prinze Jr., Neal, Koch, DiBella, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a UFC 240 recap and a passionate rant about the UFC's mistreatment of Cris Cyborg. Then, UFC welterweight Eric Koch sheds light on the difficulties of gaini...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 27 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel opens the show by speaking with ESPN's Marc Raimondi about the sudden death of boxer Maxim Dadashev and the ripple effect this news sends across all combat sports (7:35). Plus, they discuss t...
ListenEpisode 55: Bisping, Edwards, Steve-O, Jedrzejczyk, Mendes, Goddard, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a rant about well-done steak and the latest on the battery charge against Jon Jones. The first guest, veteran UFC referee Marc Goddard, tells a story about ...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 26 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel reconnects with ESPN UFC Insider Brett Okamoto to discuss Dana White's Contender Series and if Urijah Faber deserves a title fight (3:02). Plus, did Henry Cejudo save the flyweight division? ...
ListenEpisode 54: Faber, Shevchenko, Ortiz, GDR, Hall, Coker, Hardy, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a recap of a jam-packed weekend in MMA. Ariel's old friend, Andre "Touchy" Fili, first joins the show to discuss what he calls "the best weekend of his life...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 25 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel welcomes back ESPN's Marc Raimondi to discuss Jorge Masvidal's UFC 239 win and if he deserves a shot at the welterweight belt (2:45). Plus, the guys also talk about Tito Ortiz's decision to f...
ListenEpisode 53: Masvidal, Askren, Adesanya, Covington, Ngannou, Chiesa, Brown, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with Ariel's reaction to this past weekend's UFC 239 event in Las Vegas. Next, featherweight Arnold Allen discusses the 6-0 start to his UFC career (8:11). Mike ...
ListenDominick Reyes, Anthony Smith, Jon Jones’ Future from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Before discussing preparations for his UFC 253 title fight next month, UFC light heavyweight contender Dominick Reyes explains why he feels Jon Jones chose to relinquish his belt. Then, light heavy...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 24 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel returns from vacation and speaks with ESPN's Marc Raimondi about International Fight Week and the biggest storylines heading into this weekend's UFC 239 event in Vegas, like what's at stake f...
ListenEpisode 52: Jon Jones, Alvarez, Loughnane, Zhang, McCann, Peña, Vera, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with bantamweight Marlon Vera, who explains what he must do to get mentioned with the top names in MMA (6:38). Next, "Meatball" Molly McCann describes her experi...
ListenAdesanya’s Revenge, McGregor vs. Pacquiao, Jon Jones’ Trolling & Is Covington Next for Masvidal? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A dominant TKO win at UFC 253 for Israel Adesanya has DC buzzing about “The Last Stylebender,” leading the guys to wonder who, if anyone, can contend with Adesanya in the middleweight or light heav...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 23 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this week's episode, Ariel is first joined by TSN's Aaron Bronsteter to discuss the debut of Dana White's Contender Series on ESPN+, particularly the decision to not award Brendan Loughnane a co...
ListenCovington Wins Convincingly, All Aboard the Chimaev Hype Train + Our First Fight from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Colby Covington dominated Tyron Woodley, then called out both Jorge Masvidal and Kamaru Usman after the fight. DC & Helwani discuss if Covington should be next for “Gamebred," instead of the BMF re...
ListenDC & Helwani: UFC 252 Aftermath feat. Ben Askren from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former UFC fighter Ben Askren joins Ariel to explain why Daniel Cormier’s five-round loss at UFC 252 shouldn’t affect his legacy. The guys then talk about the fight’s controversial eye pokes, if th...
ListenEpisode 51: Kavanagh in studio, Poirier, Danis, VanZant, Theodorou, Loughnane, Willis & more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with some thoughts on the futures of Conor McGregor and Dillon Danis from John Kavanagh (in studio), who trains the two fighters at SBG Ireland (4:30). UFC inter...
ListenIsrael Adesanya, Jan Blachowicz, Miami Heat Star/MMA Fan Goran Dragic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Undefeated UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya joins Ariel ahead of his long-awaited showdown with Paulo Costa at UFC 253. The Last Stylebender tells us why the “energies” between he and “The...
ListenPoirier vs. Ferguson Falls Through, Covington vs. Woodley Storylines & DC’s Breaking News! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
DC begins the show with a major announcement before he and Ariel discuss why it appears unlikely Dustin Poirier and Tony Ferguson will square off in what was to be a highly anticipated co-main even...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 22 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel speaks with The Athletic's Josh Gross about Friday's Bellator 222 card, co-promotion, the uncertainty surrounding Rory MacDonald's future, Dillon Danis' potential and Aaron Pick (4:12). Then,...
ListenIsrael Adesanya, Jan Blachowicz, Teddy Atlas on McGregor’s Boxing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After successfully defending his UFC middleweight belt for the second time this past Saturday, Israel Adesanya addresses “the elephant in the room” and the many critics -- including Jon Jones -- wh...
ListenSean O'Malley, Chris Weidman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
One of the hottest names in MMA, “Suga’” Sean O’Malley joins Ariel days before his UFC 252 bantamweight bout to discuss the UFC’s decision to upgrade him to the co-main event, his new contract, ins...
ListenEpisode 50: Cejudo, Sonnen in studio, Cyborg, Waterson, Sterling, King Mo, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a recap of a wild weekend in Chicago at UFC 238. First, Chael Sonnen arrives at the studio to discuss Henry Cejudo's legacy and Sonnen's own Bellator fight ...
ListenUFC 238 Preview Show: 6/8/2019 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Live from Chicago... UFC Fighter Chris Weidman swings by unexpectedly, Brett Okamoto helps break down UFC 238, and Ariel takes your calls along the way.
ListenKhabib's Retirement, Lightweight Title Picture & Leon vs. Khamzat from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Two days after Khabib Nurmagomedov announced his retirement, DC tells Ariel all about Khabib's difficult UFC 254 training camp, if he believes Khabib will fight again, his Sunday phone call with th...
ListenDC & Helwani: Final Fight Week, Ben Askren Joins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Days before the final fight of his UFC career, Daniel Cormier joins Ariel to discuss the crazy journey that’s led to this moment, Khabib’s advice for him and adjustments he’s made since last fighti...
ListenHelwani On The Road Show 1: Chicago from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the first-ever Helwani on the Road Show 1: Chicago, Ariel is joined by Ben Askren, Stipe Miocic, Paul Felder, Stephen Thompson and Eddie Alvarez for the Nose World Order Trivia Championship. Thi...
ListenDarren Till, Dillon Danis from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
From a pool in Dubai, UFC middleweight Darren Till talks to Ariel about his July 25 loss to Robert Whittaker, his dreams of holding the belt one day, why he doesn’t want to be an “Instagram fighter...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 21 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel is first joined by ESPN's Marc Raimondi to preview this weekend's UFC 238 card and talk about the return of Khabib Nurmagomedov in September. Then, pro fighter turned PFL play-by-play voice S...
ListenDC & Helwani: Road to UFC 252, Khabib vs. GSP?, McGregor's Future from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With less than two weeks away from UFC 252, Daniel Cormier updates Ariel with the latest on his training, his plan for beating Stipe Miocic and his emotions going through the final fight camp of hi...
ListenEpisode 49: Nate Diaz, GGG, Anthony Smith, Urijah Faber, Tai Tuivasa from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with UFC Light heavyweight Anthony Smith to discuss his broken hand and how he's feeling after Fight Night 153 (5:30), GGG stop by to discuss what he thought abo...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 20 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel is joined in studio once again by veteran combat sports journalist and broadcaster Gareth A. Davies to talk about the state of MMA (and boxing), covering the fight game, his latest run-in wit...
ListenTony Ferguson, Robert Whittaker, Roy Jones Jr. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In an exclusive interview, UFC lightweight Tony Ferguson speaks candidly about his UFC 249 loss to Justin Gaethje, telling Ariel about his regrets from that fight, the difficulties of fighting Gaet...
ListenEpisode 48: Holloway, Teixeira in studio, Gustafsson, Iaquinta, Holohan, Smith, Amirkhani, more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with UFC Light heavyweight Anthony Smith to discuss the UFC's return to Sweden (5:00), UFC featherweight Makwan Amirkhani discusses his return (26:00), UFC light...
ListenDC & Helwani: Whittaker/Till Recap, Who’s Next For Khamzat? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Daniel Cormier joins Ariel to discuss Robert Whittaker’s five-round decision victory over Darren Till this past weekend, and what it says about the former middleweight champ’s evolution in the UFC....
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 19 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this week's show, Ariel is first joined by NewYorkRic to talk about Felicia Spencer's debut and what's next for her, Deontay Wilder's recent brand of trash talk and UFC Memorial Day Weekend memo...
ListenJack Hermansson, Joanne Calderwood, News & Updates from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Before running through the latest in the MMA world (42:20), Ariel speaks to UFC middleweight Jack Hermansson about last weekend’s big submission of Kelvin Gastelum and his predictions for Saturday’...
ListenDC & Helwani: The New Flyweight King, Adesanya vs. Costa from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Daniel Cormier joins Ariel to discuss Deiveson Figueiredo becoming the new UFC flyweight champion, whether Joseph Benavidez is the best fighter to never win a UFC title, the recently booked Israel ...
ListenEpisode 47: Fury, Woodley, Andrade, RDA, Tonon, Daniels, Edwards, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with PFL Lightweight Chris Wade to discuss his upcoming bout, New York sports disappointment and more. Plus, UFC welterweight Leon Edwards discusses looking for ...
ListenJorge Masvidal, Rose Namajunas; Fight Island Recap from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After reacting to Wednesday night’s events, Ariel speaks to BMF champion Jorge Masvidal about Gamebred’s performance against Kamaru Usman, the difficulties of last week's weight cut, why he feels f...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 18 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel opens this week's show with an announcement about a live show that he'll be doing on June 7 in Chicago prior to UFC 238. Then, he's joined by NewYorkRic to discuss his experience in Chicago, ...
ListenDC & Helwani: UFC 251 Recap, Usman’s Next Opponent from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Daniel Cormier joins Ariel to discuss if the Kamaru Usman/Jorge Masvidal fight lived up to expectations, controversy surrounding the Alexander Volkanovski/Max Holloway decision (34:06), if the refe...
ListenEpisode 46: Pettis, Miocic, Volkanovski, Cannonier, Dolce, Lee, Hager and many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with UFC featherweight Alex Volkanovski fresh off his big win over Jose Aldo in Rio at UFC 237 (10:00), UFC straw-weight Tatiana Suarez (30:00), Bellator welterw...
ListenUFC 237 Preview Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel gets you ready for a busy night in MMA with the help of listener calls. We discuss all things UFC 237. Plus, the Ferguson vs. Cerrone fight and much more.
ListenBen Askren, Henri Hooft from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jorge Masvidal’s flying knee seen ‘round the world elevated his stardom to levels that his opponent that night, former UFC welterweight Ben Askren, believes he himself could have risen to had he wo...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 17 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this week's episode, Ariel is first joined by NewYorkRic, who is in Rio de Janeiro, to preview the Rose Namajunas vs. Jessica Andrade UFC 237 main event, plus Jose Aldo vs. Alexander Volkanovski...
ListenEpisode 45: Cormier, Askren & Couture in studio, MacDonald, Calvillo, Lockhart, Bhullar from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with Ben Askren in studio to discuss his upcoming wrestling match "Grapple at the Garden". Plus, actor, former U.S. Army sergeant, retired mixed martial artist a...
ListenDC & Helwani: Masvidal Saves the Day, UFC 251 Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Daniel Cormier joins Ariel to recap a crazy weekend that ended with Jorge Masvidal agreeing to terms to fight Kamaru Usman for the welterweight title on Fight Island. The guys share their insights ...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 16 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this week's episode, Ariel is first joined by Marc Raimondi, the newest member of the ESPN MMA team, to talk about his career, his interest in the regulation side of the sport and Daniel Cormier...
ListenEpisode 44: Hermansson, Perry, Iaquinta, O'Malley, McCann, Garcia, Zahabi, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a recap of the weekend in UFC and Bellator. Ariel's first guest, Cory Sandhagen, talks about his strategy this past weekend and how he physically feels afte...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 15 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this week's episode, Ariel is first joined by Brett Okamoto to talk about his recent trip to visit Rose Namajunas in Denver, then he's joined by MMAFighting.com's Esther Lin and E. Casey Leydon ...
ListenEpisode 43: Poirier, Covington, Masvidal, Overeem, Costa, Weidman, Holohan, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a preview of this weekend's upcoming UFC event in Florida. Then, heavyweight Alistair Overeem joins Ariel fresh off his first round TKO of Alexey Oleynik th...
ListenDustin Poirier, Rose Namajunas from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After beating Dan Hooker in a five round classic, former UFC interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier discusses his grueling fighting style, his post-fight interaction with Hooker at the hospita...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 14 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel is joined in studio by legendary British journalist Gareth A. Davies for a wide-ranging chat about his great career, Crawford-Khan, his search for Nate Diaz, UFC 236 fallout, Michael Bisping ...
ListenEpisode 42: Adesanya, Whittaker, Burroughs, Cruz, Shevchenko, Rountree, Brown, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with Israel Adesanya discussing about his win over Kelvin Gastelum at UFC 236, why this fight was the toughest he's ever had and the love he has for his head coa...
ListenDC & Helwani: The King of Lafayette, Perry's Girlfriend, Jon Jones' Threat from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Fight of the year? Daniel Cormier joins Ariel to break down Dustin Poirier's win over Dan Hooker and where it places him in the lightweight rankings. The guys also discuss Mike Perry's corner strat...
ListenUFC 236 Post Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani and Brett Okamoto go live from Atlanta after a thrilling UFC 236 event to discuss how they scored the co-main event fights. The guys echo the sentiment that Adesanya's win could end u...
ListenUFC 236 Preview Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani gets back on the ESPN Radio airwaves and takes YOUR calls previewing tonight's Atlanta card featuring co-main events of Adesanya/Gastelum & Holloway/Poirier.
ListenPaige VanZant, Mike Perry from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With her UFC contract set to expire after UFC 251, flyweight Paige VanZant talks to Ariel about where she and the UFC stand on contract renegotiations, if she's feeling additional pressure because ...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 13 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this week's episode, Ariel is joined by Chael Sonnen to talk about all things TJ Dillashaw testing positive for EPO. Then, Brett Okamoto stops by to discuss Dillashaw's legacy, as well as the UF...
ListenEpisode 41: Sonnen and Danis in studio, Adesanya, DJ, Lobov, Perry, Overeem, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off recapping Ariel's experience at WrestleMania. Then, a few days ahead of a title belt fight, "The Last Stylebender" Israel Adesanya joins Ariel to discuss his pre...
ListenDC & Helwani: Max Rohskopf Controversy, Blaydes' Win, Trilogy Training Camp from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Daniel Cormier joins Ariel to offer a different perspective on the controversy surrounding UFC lightweight Max Rohskopf and his cornerman Robert Drysdale (7:15). The guys also discuss what's next f...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 12 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel is joined by ESPN's Chamatkar Sandhu, Phil Murphy and Brett Okamoto to talk about the ugliness of the Conor McGregor-Khabib Nurmagomedov feud, Paulie Malignaggi vs. Artem Lobov in BKFC, Inter...
ListenEpisode 40: Barnett in studio, Woodley, Askren, Holm, Waterson, Lobov, Mitchell, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with the latest news and notes from the MMA world. But before that, Ariel gives his thoughts on April Fools' Day and the controversial news surrounding Conor McG...
ListenAlexander Volkanovski & Cynthia Calvillo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
He's the champion, but Alexander Volkanovski still feels like he's got something to prove at UFC 251 when he puts his featherweight belt on the line against beloved fighter Max Holloway. Volkanovsk...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 11 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this week's episode, Ariel is first joined by ESPN's Brett Okamoto (6:00) to talk about Conor McGregor's sudden retirement and whether he'll ultimately return. Next, MMAJunkie.com's Mike Bohn (3...
ListenEpisode 39: Usman, Cejudo, Pettis, Faber, Moraes, Rockhold, Lewis, White, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off recapping some of the latest MMA news and the Anthony Pettis knockout of Wonderboy Thompson. Henry Cejudo, the show's first guest, describes how his life has cha...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 10 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We begin this week's episode talking to NewYorkRic about TJ Dillashaw no longer being UFC bantamweight champion and his one-year suspension. Then, we're joined by MMAFighting.com's Peter Carroll wh...
ListenDC & Helwani: Stipe Trilogy Fight, Masvidal's Missed Opportunity, Fight Island from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Daniel Cormier, who signed the Stipe Miocic trilogy fight last week, tells Ariel why he withheld the news from him on last week's show (15:15). Plus, DC on Jorge Masvidal's contract disputes, Fight...
ListenEpisode 38: Masvidal, Edwards, Askren, Iaquinta, McCann, Diakiese, Agazarm, Roufus, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a recap of this weekend's London event and the mayhem that ensued. The man behind that controversy, Jorge Masvidal, joins Ariel from the airport to explain ...
ListenTyron Woodley, NewYorkRic on Masvidal/Diaz 2, Lesnar/Jones from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After an avalanche of MMA news, Ariel’s old pal NewYorkRic stops by to discuss the proposed rematch between Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz, Leon Edwards’ standing in the welterweight division and if ...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 9 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel is joined by NewYorkRic and Phil Murphy to talk about Conor McGregor's arrest from all angles, McGregor vs. Cerrone slipping away, a potential Cerrone vs. Nate Diaz rematch, Anthony Smith's q...
ListenChael Sonnen Fired up About Fight Island, McGregor, Masvidal & Jones from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Following an "avalanche" of UFC news, ESPN's Chael Sonnen joins Ariel to discuss the revealing of Fight Island and a stacked UFC 251 card (15:38). Then, Sonnen unleashes on Ariel while talking abou...
ListenEpisode 37: Danis, JDS, Smith, Romero, Belfort, Volkanovski, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a recap of Saturday night's Wichita event. The winner from the main event, Junior dos Santos, joins Ariel to catch up and break down the win (8:12). Then, t...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 8 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel is joined by NewYorkRic and Phil Murphy to talk about BJ Penn's return, who Kamaru Usman should fight next, Tyron Woodley's future, Ben Askren's win over Lawler, Anthony Smith's decision to n...
ListenDC & Helwani: McGregor's Retirement, UFC 250 Recap, Stipe/DC Latest from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Conor McGregor's retirement took the sports world by storm late Saturday night, and Daniel Cormier joins Ariel to explain the similarities and differences between McGregor's gripes with the UFC as ...
ListenEpisode 36: Woodley, Askren, Covington, Holloway, Sanchez, Dern, Walker, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a recap of UFC 235. Then, Ariel is joined by welterweight Ben Askren, who discusses his first career UFC victory over Robbie Lawler and why he doesn't need ...
ListenHour 2: UFC 235 Preview Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel takes more callers, who ask about Jon Jones' health and Anthony Smith's chances of winning tonight. Plus, reigning Bellator lightweight defending champion Michael Chandler calls in to discuss...
ListenWoodley, Spencer, Sterling, Sandhagen from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Days before UFC 250, headlining women's bantamweight contender Felicia Spencer joins Ariel to discuss her first UFC title fight appearance, what it was like to prepare during a pandemic, and Amanda...
ListenHour 1: UFC 235 Preview Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel is LIVE from Vegas ahead of UFC 235 and takes a number of calls pertaining to tonight's bouts. Plus, Jon Jones' striking coach, Brandon Gibson, joins to discuss Jones' preparation for tonight...
ListenDC & Helwani: A Nation in Turmoil, Jon Jones vs. the UFC, Gilbert's Rise from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Daniel Cormier joins Ariel (as a co-host, not an interviewee) to recap the events of the last week, both in and out of the Octagon. DC explains why he thinks Jon Jones' threats of relinquishing his...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 7 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this week's episode, Ariel is joined by Jeff Wagenheim and Greg Rosenstein to talk about all things UFC 235, Poirier vs. Holloway for the interim belt, GSP vs. Khabib and much more.
ListenEpisode 35: Whittaker, Kron, Poirier, Zahabi, Stephens, Gallagher, PFL on ESPN announcement and many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with the breaking news of Dillon Danis' suspension and the weekend announcement of Georges St-Pierre's retirement. Then, heavyweight "Skyscraper" Stefan Struve d...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 6 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this week's episode, Ariel is joined by Jeff Wagenheim and Greg Rosenstein to talk about Georges St-Pierre's decision to retire, his legacy, the Khabib Nurmagomedov that didn't materialize and m...
ListenMasvidal, Covington, Woodley, Ngannou from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
BMF champion Jorge Masvidal takes Ariel into the back-and-forth conversations he and Kamaru Usman have had regarding a welterweight title fight, and Masvidal also talks about why he's happy Colby C...
ListenEpisode 34: Namajunas, Ngannou, Miocic, MVP, Sterling, Attar, Coker, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off recapping Sunday night's UFC action, which was headlined by heavyweight Francis Ngannou's 26-second knockout of Cain Velasquez. Then, "The Silent Assassin" Vicen...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 5 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this week's episode, Ariel Helwani is joined by NewYorkRic and Phil Murphy. The panel discusses the UFC's middleweight title picture, Anderson Silva's future, Conor McGregor's options, MVP vs. D...
ListenDC & Helwani: Welterweight Logjam, Vacant Bantamweight Title from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Daniel Cormier tells Ariel who he'd like to see Kamaru Usman defend his welterweight belt against now that Jorge Masvidal wants to take his business elsewhere (41:35). Plus, with Henry Cejudo's ret...
ListenEpisode 33: Gastelum, Adesanya, MVP/Daley IN STUDIO, Ngannou, Lee, Vick & many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off discussing the UFC 234 aftermath then fresh off defending herself from a brutal attempted robbery Polyana Viana joins (11:40), UFC Lightweight James Vick (26:30)...
ListenUFC 234 Pre-Fight Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani reacts to news that Robert Whittaker has pulled out of UFC 234. Plus, he talks to Chael Sonnen, Alex Volkanovski, Derek Brunson, Ali Abdelaziz, & Brett Okamoto.
ListenAnthony Smith Breaks Silence, Jim Ross Attends UFC Jacksonville from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
One week after his controversial Fight Night bout against Glover Teixeira, UFC light heavyweight contender Anthony Smith passionately defends decisions made by his corner and referee Jason Herzog, ...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 4 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this week's episode, Ariel Helwani is joined by ESPN's Jeff Wagenheim and Phil Murphy to discuss Robert Whittaker vs. Kelvin Gastelum, Anderson Silva vs. Israel Adesanya, what the next moves sho...
ListenEpisode 32: Whittaker, Adesanya, Askren, Lobov, Moraes, Abdelaziz, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with Johnny Walker fresh off a 15 second TKO win (9:25), UFC bantamweight Marlon Moraes (24:00), UFC bantamweight Aspen Ladd (43:23), after his official UFC pres...
ListenDC & Helwani: Jacksonville Recap, Jon Jones Latest, DC's Fight Island Plan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Daniel Cormier and Ariel put a bow on the Jacksonville events before discussing whether Jon Jones can move up to heavyweight and beat Francis Ngannou (44:42), Justin Gaethje's comments on Conor McG...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 3 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
NewYorkRic, Jeff Wagenheim and Ariel Helwani talk about the NAC suspensions for Khabib Nurmagomedov, Conor McGregor and friends, Nurmagomedov and McGregor's future, Jon Jones' hearing, Max Holloway...
ListenEpisode 31: Bader, Till, Masvidal, Holm, Gaethje, Mighty Mouse, Werdum, many more) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with the Bellator Light Heavyweight World Champion Ryan Bader (7:30), Bellator MMA Heavyweight Jake Hager (32:45), UFC heavyweight Fabricio Werdum (47:45), UFC l...
ListenUFC Jacksonville Post-Show, The Undertaker's 10-Year-Old Secret from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a controversial main event between Anthony Smith and Glover Teixeira, a fiery Chael Sonnen joins Ariel on ESPN Radio to explain why Wednesday night's events were "disgusting" (14:06). UFC lig...
ListenThe MMA Reporters: Episode 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
ESPN's Phil Murphy, Greg Rosenstein and Ariel Helwani discuss about what's next for Henry Cejudo and TJ Dillashaw, McGregor vs. Cerrone, Greg Hardy's future, the conclusion of the Bellator Heavywei...
ListenEpisode 30: Cejudo, Dillashaw, Pettis, Wonderboy, VanZant, Calderwood, many more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off recapping the inaugural UFC card on ESPN and speaks with UFC Flyweight champion Henry Cejudo coming off of the fastest finish in flyweight history (9:17). Then i...
ListenConor McGregor Interview, Max’s Masterpiece, Khabib’s “Decision” & UFC 257 Preview from 2021-01-18T21:07:04
Conor McGregor joins Ariel in a sit-down interview to discuss his frustrations with not fighting more in 2020, his relationship with Dana White, why he feels he’s in the best shape of his life, how...
ListenKevin Lee, Demetrious Johnson, Deiveson Figueiredo on UFC 256 from 2020-12-09T20:09:08
After Ariel provides the day’s breaking news, fan favorite Kevin Lee, who has fought both Tony Ferguson and Charles Oliveira, joins Ariel to look back on his experience against each guy and also to...
ListenVettori’s Big Win, Romero’s Release, Ferguson at a Crossroads from 2020-12-07T20:11:40
Marvin Vettori upset Jack Hermansson in a UFC middleweight clash, and then called out DC afterwards. DC & Helwani break it all down, as well as Jordan Leavitt’s controversial slam KO of Matt Wiman....
ListenReturn of the Mack, Mike Tyson Shines, A Good Cause, Jones/Blaydes? from 2020-11-30T20:17:04
After winning this past weekend’s main event, is Anthony Smith again a major player in the UFC’s light heavyweight division? DC&Helwani discuss that, as well as if the UFC should pivot from Curtis ...
ListenMike Tyson from 2020-11-26T17:47:20
Just days before his highly-anticipated exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr., boxing legend Mike Tyson joins Ariel to discuss why he chose to return now, the rules of the fight, the viral video of...
ListenAljamain Sterling, Brandon Moreno, Kayla Harrison&AJ McKee from 2020-11-25T18:30:39
As he continues to wait for his first UFC title shot, top bantamweight contender Aljamain Sterling joins Ariel to tell his side of the story regarding Petr Yan pulling out of their Dec. 12 title fi...
ListenDarren Till, Valentina Shevchenko & Deiveson Figueiredo from 2020-11-18T18:34:27
Two title defenses at UFC 255 on Saturday, and both champions join Ariel in today’s show. But first, the always entertaining UFC middleweight Darren Till stops by to discuss why he made the decisio...
ListenKhabib’s UFC 254 Mission, McGregor History Lesson&Brian Ortega 2.0 from 2020-10-19T18:50:28
After watching Brian Ortega handily beat The Korean Zombie on Saturday night, DC and Ariel break down Ortega’s new style and whether he deserves the next shot at the UFC’s featherweight belt. Then,...
ListenKhabib’s UFC 254 Mission, McGregor History Lesson & Brian Ortega 2.0 from 2020-10-19T18:50:28
After watching Brian Ortega handily beat The Korean Zombie on Saturday night, DC and Ariel break down Ortega’s new style and whether he deserves the next shot at the UFC’s featherweight belt. Then,...
ListenMichael Chandler, Wallid Ismail on Discovering Paulo Costa&UFC 253 + NFL RB Marshawn Lynch from 2020-09-23T21:27:20
The middleweight title clash between Israel Adesanya and Paulo Costa that headlines UFC 253 is just days away. MMA legend Wallid Ismail passionately tells Ariel about the moment he knew Costa would...
ListenDC&Helwani: Nick Diaz Back?, Cormier vs. Lesnar, BMF Rematch from 2020-09-07T20:05:25
With videos of a fit Nick Diaz swirling around social media, DC&Helwani talk about the UFC welterweight's potential path to a return, and some big names they'd like to see him fight. Plus, the guys...
ListenTyron Woodley, NewYorkRic on Masvidal/Diaz 2, Lesnar/Jones from 2020-09-03T12:50:44
After an avalanche of MMA news, Ariel’s old pal NewYorkRic stops by to discuss the proposed rematch between Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz, Leon Edwards’ standing in the welterweight division and if ...
ListenJorge Masvidal EXCLUSIVE from 2020-07-06T15:57:59
In his first interview since agreeing to fight Kamaru Usman at UFC 251 on July 11, Jorge Masvidal joins Ariel for a wide-ranging chat about how the fight got made so quickly, whether he’s happy wit...
ListenWonderboy&M. Anderson In Studio, Faber, Edwards, Neal, Hooper, More from 2019-12-16T21:58
In the final live show of the decade, Ariel begins by offering his reactions to UFC 245. He then welcomes one of the darlings of the weekend, 20-year-old featherweight Chase "The Dream" Hooper, to ...
ListenThe Curious Case of Colby Covington, Mick Conlan from 2019-12-11T22:27
Colby Covington is one of the most polarizing figures in all of MMA, and so Dan Lambert, founder and owner of American Top Team - Covington's gym - joins Ariel to discuss the welterweight's ascent,...
ListenNunes, Crawford, Carmouche, Volkanovski, Felder, More from 2019-12-09T22:34
Two days after winning his headlining fight against Alistair Overeem, UFC heavyweight Jairzinho Rozenstruik phones in to discuss the win and his chances of landing a fight against heavyweight conte...
ListenMcGregor/Cerrone Reaction; Rich Eisen Remembers Stuart Scott from 2019-12-04T21:47
It's Stuart Scott Day at ESPN, so Ariel welcomes Scott's most well-known SportsCenter partner-in-crime, Rich Eisen, to reminisce about the beloved anchor, who succumbed to cancer in 2015. Then, Ari...
ListenTony Ferguson, Adesanya, Shevchenko, Overeem, El Patron, More from 2019-12-02T21:40
Ariel begins by explaining why Donald Cerrone is the perfect matchup for Conor McGregor's return fight. Plus, Ariel's thoughts on the Tony Ferguson/Khabib Nurmagomedov lightweight title fight, set ...
ListenThe Business of MMA from 2019-11-27T20:46
In a special episode devoted to the ins and outs of growing MMA all throughout the world, Ariel first speaks to Martin Lewandowski, the co-founder and CEO of KSW, Poland's leading fight organizatio...
ListenThe Business of MMA from 2019-11-27T20:46
In a special episode devoted to the ins and outs of growing MMA all throughout the world, Ariel first speaks to Martin Lewandowski, the co-founder and CEO of KSW, Poland's leading fight organizatio...
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