The Ariel Helwani Show

Ariel Helwani starts the show by reacting to Dana White’s comments about the departure of Michael ‘Venom’ Page, Ryan Garcia no-showing his faceoff with Conor Benn, the likelihood of an Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury fight happening, and more (07:48).
Axel Sola joins to discuss his impressive knockout of Fares Ziam at UFC Paris, playing hockey in his childhood, how he discovered MMA, his ability to play piano and love of music, when he hopes to return, and more (36:25).
Boxing manager Keith Connolly breaks down recent wins by Teofimo Lopez and Filip Hrgovic, Conor Benn’s upcoming fight against Ryan Garcia, Benn’s weight cut, the negotiations before Benn signed with Zuffa Boxing, his stance on the Ali Revival Act, fighters signing with broadcast networks like DAZN, and more (1:02:10).
Kurtis Campbell talks about being able to bounce back after dropping his UFC debut, the crowd at UFC Paris, his signature glasses and pink shorts, getting into MMA after being bullied, training with other Liverpool-based fighters like Darren Till and Paddy Pimblett, Joanna Jedrzejczyk being his favorite fighter, and more (1:42:32).
Paulo Costa is back to discuss UFC not offering him an interim title fight, his reaction to the UFC 322 announcement, ongoing contract negotiations with the UFC, his intention to sign with Matchroom Talent Agency and Eddie Hearn, being called out by Navajo Stirling, potential fights against Stirling, Jiri Prochazka, and Magomed Ankalaev, and more (2:19:59).
Roberto Soldić returns to the show talking about his decision to sign with the UFC, the end of his time with ONE Championship, being motivated to showcase his skills for a larger audience, and more (2:51:07).
The Boys in the Back and Petesy Carroll rejoin Ariel to answer your On The Nose questions, including Ariel’s move from news-breaker to host and beyond, Valentina Shevchenko being stripped of her title, which fight will headline UFC 334 at Madison Square Garden, and some more blind rankings (3:26:35).
The show closes with your Super Chats (4:32:04).

Solomonster reacts to the sudden death of former AEW star Andy Williams a.k.a. 'The Butcher,' as well as the death of Memphis wrestling legend Bill Dundee (02:46).
Thoughts on the WWE championship match between CM Punk and Johnny Gargano from Smackdown, the same Gargano who’s been planking on crates for the last six months, and the title match made for Mexico City (10:32).
A review of WWE Sunday Night’s Main Event, including Lil Yachty surviving five minutes in the ring with Baron Corbin, Oba Femi vs. Bron Breakker, with the return of Bronson Reed, and Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton in a Wrestlemania rematch. Plus what is being said about a potential Cody heel turn (15:05).
The fallout from Raw, with a lame Bloodline angle, Liv Morgan defending her Women’s World championship, Bayley’s return and conflicting reports about her status, and the first two Money in the Bank qualifying matches (34:37).
The aftermath from Wembley on AEW Dynamite, with two big matches confirmed for All Out in Chicago, Kofi and Creed speak to Ariel Helwani on reports of a WWE pay cut, and the argument for Mercedes Mone as the GOAT of women’s wrestling (51:20).
Why Tessa Blanchard may no longer be appearing this weekend for MLW (1:05:26) and yours questions talking Ultimate X in WWE, top stars being asked to take pay cuts, and the top three matches I’ve ever seen live in person (1:07:33).

Ariel Helwani kicks off the show by reacting to Katie Taylor’s magnificent retirement fight at Croke Park, with the crew debating the greatest sports retirements ever, before touching on the scene at UFC Paris (08:25).
Saturday’s star Salahdine Parnasse is back on the show, breaking down his huge win over Dan Hooker, talking about the celebrities in attendance, the raucous crowd, the finish itself, doubling down on his Max Holloway callout, being ready to return before the end of the year against a top-five opponent, and more (39:22).
Boxing Hall of Famer Russ Anber joins Ariel in-studio to discuss his new book, Unrivaled, before launching into stories from Montreal and his early days in the sport, breaking down the proper way to wrap hands, and more (1:07:20).
Heavyweight boxer Thomas Carty is back on the show to discuss the bizarre ending to his fight against Dave Allen at Croke Park, where he fell through the ropes. He talks about what happened leading to the no-contest, Allen’s response in the aftermath, the fan reaction to the incident, and more (2:14:22).
Dave Allen is up next, giving his own perspective on the controversy, the finishing sequence, a potential rematch, his physique for the fight, and more (2:28:38).
Mario Pinto makes his show debut, discussing another memorable knockout and promo at UFC Paris, his place in the heavyweight division, not wanting to rush into a title shot, his time as a bouncer, how he handles criticism from fans, and more (3:00:06).
The Boys in the Back and Petesy Carroll rejoin Ariel to finish recapping the weekend, including the future of Michael ‘Venom’ Page (TIME) and cover news and notes, with the UFC 332 main event, new Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury drama, and Ilia Topuria breaking his silence up for discussion (3:30:08).
The crew answers your Super Chats to close the show (4:31:27).

Ariel Helwani reacts to Salahdine Parnasse's dominant win over Dan Hooker at UFC Pairs, Katie Taylor's historic retirement fight, and the anticipated reveal of the UFC 332 main event.

In a special post-fight reaction show, Petesy Carroll reacts to Katie Taylor's retirement fight win over Flora Pili at Croke Park.