The Ariel Helwani Show

Ariel Helwani answers your On The Nose questions — with the help of The Boys in the Back and Petesy Carroll — to start the show (06:29). Next, he’s joined in studio by MMA pioneer Gina Carano to discuss her motivation for fighting Ronda Rousey, mental and physical changes ahead of the fight, negotiations with Dana White and UFC before landing with Netflix, and more (30:12). Mike Perry is back in s...

The Solomonster is back and he's not happy about the Pat McAfee follow-up on Smackdown, which has consumed the entire Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton story (4:37). Then it's into a preview and predictions for WrestleMania 42, including thoughts on Raw's final showdown between CM Punk and Roman Reigns, Oba Femi's big night on the microphone, addressing his match with Brock Lesnar (11:06). Then he revie...

Ariel Helwani starts the show by reacting to the faceoff between Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven (04:12). Boxing champ Alycia Baumgardner, who headlines the Theater at Madison Square Garden on Friday, joins Ariel in-studio to preview her bout against Bo Mi Re Shin, then discuss not being in the Ring P4P rankings, potential superfights against Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, Caroline Dubois’ rec...

Ariel Helwani kicks off the show recapping a huge combat sports weekend, starting with UFC 327. Joined by the Boys in the Back and Petesy Carroll, the gang discusses Carlos Ulberg’s incredible one-legged knockout of Jiri Prochazka, Josh Hokit stealing the show all week, and the rest of the card (16:41). Newly-crowned UFC light heavyweight champion Carlos Ulberg stops by to reflect on the massive v...

Dan Canobbio and Chris Algieri are back breaking down Tyson Fury's win over Arslanbek Makhmudov and whether we will finally see the Anthony Joshua fight. Joshua was ringside for the win, but did not enter the ring or accept the fight which leads to even more speculation (03:18). Conor Benn got a win over Regis Prograis -- but did not look good -- raising even more questions about his future in the...

Petesy Carroll and Chuck Mindenhall are joined by Ben Fowlkes to react to a wild UFC 327 card, starting with Carlos Ulberg's shocking KO of Jiri Prochazka, despite blowing out his knee (01:59). The lads also discuss Paulo Costa's upset of Azamat Murzakanov (17:58), the Fight of the Year contender between Josh Hokit and Curtis Blaydes (22:43), Cub Swanson's storybook ending (37:10), and the rest of...

Dan Canobbio and Chris Algieri are back and open the show addressing the pushback Chris received over his criticism of the Wilder vs. Chisora fight and what could be next for Wilder, followed by some thoughts on the recent Xander Zayas vs. Jaron 'Boots' Ennis press conference in Brooklyn (01:06). DAZN and TNT Sports announced a partnership that will bring boxing back to linear television, with the...

Jason is back and he's got a LOT to say about the WrestleMania 42 card reveal on ESPN this morning (00:38) as well as the bizarre Pat McAfee reveal on Smackdown last Friday, his inclusion in the Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton story, the TKO executive responsible for it happening and the REAL thing this company needs to be saved from (15:01). Thoughts on another CM Punk pipe bomb promo on Raw last nig...

We open the show reacting to Deontay Wilder’s win over Derek Chisora in what was a sloppy, bar-room type brawl in the UK. Will Wilder fight on vs. the likes of Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk (00:28)? Floyd Mayweather recently put his fight with Manny Pacquiao in limbo, saying the fight an exhibition while Netflix and Team Pacquiao maintain the fight will go on their official records. Is Mayweat...

We open the show discussing the viral video of Deontay Wilder describing how his daughter was conceived and how Dan thinks this is a clear sign that Derek Chisora should win the fight (02:42). Next up, MVP has their first all-women card from London featuring Caroline Dubois vs. Terri Harper and Ellie Scotney vs. Rayelli Mosquero. Will Dubois call out Alycia Baumgarder should she win (19:46)? Zuffa...

The Craic is back for a special Wednesday edition, with Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall, and Ben Fowlkes as usual. The lads kick things off by reacting to Israel Adesanya’s loss to Joe Pyfer and what it could mean for the next phase of his career (05:00). From MMA to wrestling, the guys discuss Arman Tsarukyan vs. Uriah Faber being booked in RAF (20:15). Tsarukyan also made some bold comments on...

Jason is back with thoughts on Sid Vicious and Bad News Brown getting Legacy inductions into the WWE Hall of Fame (01:54), as well as John Cena being chosen to host this year’s WrestleMania, why it’s happening and how Tom Brady could be involved (12:39). Thoughts on Monday Night Raw from Madison Square Garden, including the latest interaction with CM Punk and Roman Reigns, why Brock Lesnar vs. Oba...

Ariel Helwani is joined right away by new UFC Hall of Famer Demetrious Johnson, who kicks off the show discussing training with Khamzat Chimaev, his YouTube channel, Israel Adesanya's loss, and more (05:24). Eddie Hall joins Ariel to preview his Misfits boxing match against Tommy Fury and discuss how the fight got made, retiring at 40, having new fights already lined up, and more (34:22). Lance Gi...

Ariel Helwani begins the show recapping UFC Seattle with Conner, who talks about his UFC Seattle experience live from the arena. Ariel discusses Israel Adesanya’s loss and Michael Chiesa’s retirement fight, they recap the post-fight press conference where Dana White talked Conor McGregor, and more (16:59). Arman Tsaryukyan joins Ariel, breaking down his RAF 7 win over Georgio Poullas and donating...

Dan Canobbio and Chris Algieri open up the show by reacting to Sebastian Fundora’s dominant stoppage victory over Keith Thurman, discussing his chances against the top talent at super welterweight. Is he ready for a Vergil Ortiz, 'Boots' Ennis or Xander Zayas (00:47)? Next up, they discuss 21-year-old prodigy Moses Itauma's knockout of Jermaine Franklin. Who will he fight next and could he one day...

The Craic is back with it’s familiar trio of Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall, and Ben Fowlkes. First up, the lads dive deep into UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer (3:45). There’s PFL action this weekend too. Chuck sheds light on his chat with promotional newcomer Bryan Battle ahead of his bout against Johnny Eblen (27:55). Another promotion making noise is RAF. The trio look ahead to the upcomi...

Dan Canobbio and Chris Algieri open the show discussing the recent update with the Muhammad Ali Revival Act and how it will reshape the sport. Will other promoters set up UBOs moving forward?. Will they form a coalition against Zuffa (02:58)? The IBF officially stripped Jai Opetaia of his cruiserweight belt which led to a bigger discussion of how Zuffa and the sanctioning bodies will coexist. Coul...

The Boys in the Back kick off the show talking about their experience so far at Muckleshoot Casino Resort (02:54). Then, they dive into their previews of UFC Seattle (14:25) and PFL Pittsburgh (1:01:13), before making picks (1:11:58). After touching on some recent news and notes (1:18:25), The Boys deliver their P4P reigns (1:24:54), listen to your voicemails (1:47:54) and answer your Super Chats...

Ariel Helwani begins the show with breaking news of Gable Steveson signing with RAF, then brings in The Boys in the Back — live from the Seattle area — and Petesy Carroll to answer your On The Nose questions, with topics including White House card announcements, Conor McGregor continuing to tease his return, whether a Jorge Masvidal comeback is in the works and against who, Jon Jones amplifying su...

Jason is back with thoughts on the death of Dennis Condrey, one half of the Midnight Express, and his contribution as one of the greatest tag team wrestlers of all time, as well as the death of actor Chuck Norris and his involvement in the wrestling world (02:25). News on Dennis Rodman being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame and his history with WCW, as well as breaking news on another induction,...

Ariel Helwani starts today’s show with reaction to Most Valuable Promotions announcing the rest of its Netflix card, including some recognizable names and rising prospects, and reports of Manel Kape vs. Kyoji Horiguchi being booked for June (03:58). Featherweight contender Jean Silva is next, reacting to the UFC London main event, discussing whether it should be him or Movsar Evloev getting the ne...

Ariel Helwani is joined by The Boys in the Back and Petesy Carroll to recap a busy weekend, but first they check in on GC, as he makes good on cooking Venezuelan arepas for the crew (07:42). They transition to UFC London, breaking down Movsar Evloev’s win over Lerone Murphy in the main event, whether Evloev or Jean Silva will fight Alexander Volkanovski next, and the overall response to the card f...

This week Dan Canobbio is joined by boxing personality Naji Grampus for a fun conversation based around the biggest topics in the sport. The guys begin reacting to Carlos Adames and Lester Martinez’s big wins and forecast what's next (01:38). Next up, Dan and Naji debate who could potentially give Shakur Stevenson his toughest fight, who he might fight next, and if a mega fight with Gervonta 'Tank...

The Craic is back! This time, it’s the duo of Petesy Carroll and Ben Fowlkes. To start things off, the lads react to the passing of martial arts icon Chuck Norris (02:21). Then, they size up UFC's White House event against Netflix’s Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano card (13:05). Another fight on the Netflix card is Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry. Petesy provides an update on Conor McGregor’s return now that...

The boys are back! Dan Canobbio and Chris Algeri start the show by reacting to Top Rank’s new partnership with DAZN – what are the details, what it could mean for future fights and DAZN’s imprint in the US (03:04). Next up, PBC announced their full undercard for the May 2 card headlined by Gilberto Ramirez vs. David Benavidez and it features all high-energy fights that will not disappoint (35:09)....