The Ariel Helwani Show

The Boys in the Back are joined by Ben Fowlkes to break down all things UFC 331, starting with Joshua Van's incredible performance against Alexandre Pantoja in their rematch (01:09).
Then, they recap Arman Tsarukyan knocking out Mauricio Ruffy in the first round and seemingly securing his title shot (14:03) and Patrício Pitbull's return to form (21:13).
Next, they dissect the night's shocking upset, as Sean Sharaf put Gable Steveson out cold in 12 seconds (23:20).
After revealing who won bonus money (39:24), they touch on the rest of the card (43:27) and give early thoughts on the newly-announced UFC 334 (53:51).

The Craic is back, with the trio of Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall, and Ben Fowlkes returning.
UFC 331 takes centre stage this weekend, with Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja clashing for the flyweight belt. Petesy, Chuck and Ben break down the main event and look ahead to the rest of the card (06:01).
All eyes are on Arman Tsarukyan and his chances of earning a title shot. Is a win enough to put him next in line, or could other factors stand in his way (32:20)?
Gable Steveson made headlines after taking some flak from opponent Sean Saraf at the UFC 331 press conference, giving the boys plenty to unpack (41:39).
Then, the trio react to news of Tom Aspinall vacating the UFC heavyweight belt (50:01).
Before calling it a day, Petesy and Ben discuss Scott Coker’s new MMA promotion, Ki MMA (57:11), before answering your Super Chats (1:14:00).

Dan Canobbio and Chris Algieri open the show debating who the face of boxing is in 2026, whether it be Canelo, Ryan Garcia, or even Naoya Inoue (03:28).
The Muhammad Ali Revival Act got a key endorsement from Ali’s grandson, Nico Ali Walsh, on its way to the Senate, where it's expected to pass and could change the sport of boxing in a very big way (37:49).

The Boys in the Back begin the show by covering news and notes, starting with the latest on the Ali Revival Act and Nico Ali Walsh's efforts to make changes (03:57).
Then, they preview UFC 331, including Joshua Van vs. Alexandre Pantoja as a potential Fight of the Year (14:06), what's at stake for Arman Tsarukyan, whether Ilia Topuria reemerging hurts Arman's chances at a title shot (43:04), and more.
After making picks (1:29:48), The Boys deliver their P4P "Oh wow, congrats," listen to your voicemails (2:11:39), and answer your Super Chats (2:43:47).

Ariel Helwani kicks off the show by reacting to the UFC 331 main and co-main event faceoffs, Brian Ortega giving an update on the cut that forced him off the card, Gable Steveson teasing a Jon Jones comeback, and more (08:52).

The Bad Guy himself, Chael Sonnen is back to break down UFC 331, including whether Arman Tsarukyan can secure a title shot with a win, the heat between Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja, and more. Plus, he weighs in on Tom Aspinall vacating the UFC heavyweight belt, whether Alex Pereira or Josh Hokit would get the next title shot, Jon Jones going after Islam Makhachev, and more (18:01).

Old friend Tyron Woodley stops by the studio for the first time, talking about his career, potentially returning to MMA, his thoughts on the newly-launched Ki MMA, competing for RAF, his relationship with GFL as an ambassador, his predictions for UFC 331, and more (1:08:29).

Tito Ortiz joins Ariel to talk about some of his business ventures, his history in the world of politics, details from his near-death experience during a boating accident, lessons learned from his MMA career, his relationship with Dana White and regrets about their rivalry, wanting retired UFC fighters to be looked after, and more (2:05:59).

Prospect Sean King III talks about his thrilling slam knockout at Noche UFC, his work in construction, being recognized by fellow Louisianan Dustin Poirier, having even faster knockouts on his record, when he wants to return and who he was to fight next, and more (2:49:23).

The Boys in the Back and Petesy Carroll join Ariel, reacting to fiery social media posts by Ilia Topuria and Alex Pereira’s latest shot at Ciryl Gane (3:24:30).

Then, they answer your On The Nose questions about Ki MMA’s potential and future, the state of UFC’s heavyweight division, Eddie Hearn’s battle against Zuffa Boxing, Conor Benn’s career trajectory, and some more blind rankings (3:34:45).

The show wraps up with your Super Chats (4:26:24).