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UFC 313 Post-Fight Show: Magomed Ankalaev SHOCKS Alex Pereira Mar 09, 2025

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Ariel Helwani joins The Boys in the Back to react to UFC 313, beginning with Magomed Ankalaev shocking Alex Pereira in the night's main event (00:30).

The crew wonders what's next for Pereira (09:14) and whether the outcome was good for the UFC (16:07). Could this be the end of Pereira's reign (24:30) and where does he fit into the UFC's plans for Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall (28:06)?

Next, they discuss the thrilling co-main event between Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev (30:07), before recapping the rest of the card, including Ignacio Bahamondes' slick submission (39:30) and Mauricio Ruffy's spectacular knockout (42:11).

Alex Pereira’s toughest test, TKO’s boxing revolution, Ilia Topuria’s tease, is Croke Park a real place? | The Craic Mar 07, 2025

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With all the talk of what lies beyond UFC 313 for Alex Pereira, are we discounting the fact that Magomed Ankalaev is by far his hardest test at 205 pounds? Petesy Carroll, Ben Fowlkes and Shaheen Al-Shatti discuss how a victory would impact the iconic Brazilian striker’s legacy (4:03).

As for the chief support, the lads ponder whether Justin Gaethje will be a changed man following his brutal knockout loss to Max Holloway when he rematches short-notice stand-in Rafael Fiziev (29:56).

The conversation then turns to TKO and whether its boxing revolution will be as easily executed as most people are anticipating (44:32).

Petesy shares thoughts from the homeland about Katie Taylor’s big Croke Park fight never coming to fruition, as her trilogy bout with Amanda Serrano has been confirmed for July at Madison Square Garden (59:11).

Finally, the trio predict what Ilia Topuria is teasing with a recent post online (1:07:25) and try to formulate a way to destroy Chuck Mendenhall’s reign as Uncrowned’s king of picks (1:14:22).

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Ariel x Ade, episode 16: Canelo-Scull press conference reaction, Taylor-Serrano 3 announced, TKO superfights coming? Mar 07, 2025

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Ariel Helwani and Ade Oladipo are together again in studio to react to the Canelo Alvarez vs. William Scull press conference (03:43).

They look ahead to Alvarez's planned showdown with Terence Crawford (05:57), before doubling back to analyze the faceoff between Alvarez and Scrull (10:19).

After highlighting the significance of The Ring Magazine belt (11:17), the duo discusses Bruno Surace and Jaime Munguia running it back (20:50) and Martin Bakole's return against Efe Ajagba (25:59).

Next, they react to the announcement of Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano booking their trilogy bout (28:56) and wonder if Claressa Shields could wind up on the undercard (32:32).

The conversation shifts to the WBC ordering Dmitry Bivol to fight David Benavidez (46:41).

Finally, the show closes with speculation about who could headline the newly formed TKO boxing promotion's supercards (49:55), including mention of UFC champion Alex Pereira potentially facing Oleksandr Usyk.

UFC 313 Preview: Can Alex Pereira wrestle? Plus, TKO Boxing reaction, Coach Brandon Gibson joins | The Boys in the Back | March 6, 2025 Mar 06, 2025

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The Boys is the Back kicks off with breaking news that Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano have booked their trilogy fight at Madison Square Garden (02:04).
Then, they break down the UFC 313 main event between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev from all angles (07:01), jump to the event's co-main event (50:42), and speculate on whether Oleksandr Usyk could be Alex Pereira's next fight (59:30).
Next, coach Brandon Gibson, joins to analyze Pereira's wrestling and whether he'll be able to hold off Ankalaev's attack (1:16:43). Plus, he provides an update on Aaron Pico's status with the PFL and gives thoughts on Jon Jones facing either Tom Aspinall or Alex Pereira.
The Boys visit a Brazilian churrascaria for Fight Feasts (1:44:52) before making picks (2:00:58), delivering their top P4P faceoffs (2:13:33), and answering your questions (2:40:00).

HUGE Dana White Boxing Announcement, UFC 313 preview, Ilia Topuria & Jon Jones Updates, “Big” John Fisher, On The Nose, more Mar 05, 2025

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Ariel and the gang react to the breaking news of TKO and Turki Alalshikh partnering to create a new — and potentially revolutionary — boxing promotion (06:03).

First Round Management's Malki Kawa checks in with the latest on star clients Jon Jones and Ilia Topuria, as well as Mike Perry's Dirty Boxing Championship and more (1:05:57).

"Big" John Fisher, father of boxer Johnny Fisher and leader of the Romford Bull Army, discusses his viral fame, Johnny's career as a heavyweight contender, Chinese food and more (1:36:07).

Ade Oladipo joins us in-studio to debate the latest in the boxing world and take on GC in a nail-biting Aviron challenge (2:02:32).

Ariel answers all your latest On The Nose questions about UFC 313, the big boxing news, and much more (3:18:09).

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Ariel x Ade, episode 15: 'Tank' Davis & Paddy Donovan controversies, Times Square presser reaction, Oscar De La Hoya joins the show Mar 04, 2025

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On a special edition of Ariel x Ade, live from the press conference for the Times Square boxing card, Oscar De La Hoya joins to give his immediate reaction (02:35).

Then, Ariel Helwani and Ade Oladipo give their own reactions to the press conference (13:06) and ponder the logistics of how an event in Times Square can be pulled off (23:21).

Next they check in on earlier action from London, where KSI slapped Dillon Danis with a pancake during their press conference (24:40).

Looking back to the weekend that was, the duo discusses the controversial Gervonta 'Tank' Davis vs. Lamont Roach fight (29:01) and Davis seemingly alluding to a potential fight against Jake Paul (42:57).

Continuing the rewind, they address Paddy Donovan's disqualification against Lewis Crocker (49:22) and the fallout from Chris Eubank Jr. slapping Conor Benn with an egg (56:49), before delivering the Parting Shot (1:01:27).

Valentina Shevchenko, Oban Elliott, Marc Raimondi on UFC 313 and John Cena heel turn, KSI slaps Dillon Danis Mar 04, 2025

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Valentina Shevchenko previews her UFC flyweight title defense against Manon Fiorot, discusses the chances of a Zhang Weili superfight next and more (04:08).

Oban Elliott talks his new UFC contract, the options for his next fight, Jorge Masvidal, John Cena's heel turn and more (35:47).

ESPN's Marc Raimondi previews his new NWO book and discusses how Cena's heel turn compares to Hulk Hogan's, Alex Pereira's chances against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313, and more (1:05:19).

Ariel and The Boys in the Back react to KSI slapping Dillon Danis with a pancake at their press conference (1:38:28).

Tony Ferguson, Rafael Fiziev, Sonya Deville in studio, 'Tank' Davis madness, John Cena turns heel, full (controversial) weekend recap Mar 03, 2025

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Ariel Helwani kicks off the program by reacting to the Gervonta 'Tank' Davis vs. Lamont Roach controversy, John Cena's shocking heel turn, UFC Vegas 103 and more (06:11).

Rafael Fiziev eases us into UFC 313 fight week by previewing his short-notice rematch against Justin Gaethje (41:01).

Uncrowned's Keith Idec checks in with the latest on the Davis vs. Roach controversy and what's next for "Tank" (1:03:25)

Daria Berenato — aka WWE's Sonya Deville — joins us in-studio to discuss her WWE departure, why a potential MMA return may be next, her terrifying experience with a stalker and more (1:37:34).

MMA legend Tony Ferguson calls in to break news of his GFL bout against Dillon Danis and discuss his emotional UFC release, rejecting the KSI boxing match and more (2:44:48).

TKO boxing league, UFC media rights, boxing ring in Times Square, more | The Craic Feb 28, 2025

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Petesy Carroll is joined by Chuck Mindenhall and Ben Fowlkes to discuss TKO’s imminent arrival in the boxing world, in conjunction with Saudi Arabia (2:50), and TKO president Mark Shapiro suggesting the Ali Act is flawed.

During the show, news broke of a massive boxing card taking place in Times Square, so the lads give their thoughts on hosting an event in that unique location (35:12), before the conversation turns to the UFC’s media rights, which will be up for grabs before the end of 2025 (44:48).

Finally, Petesy asked Chuck and Ben if the build-up to Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn has made a splash across the pond (58:42).

Reacting to another UFC news drop, P4P movie fight scenes, TKO boxing league? | The Boys in the Back Feb 27, 2025

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The Boys in the Back, react to another Wednesday night news drop by Dana White (02:47), including Jamahal Hill vs. Khalil Rountree headlining UFC Kansas City, Justin Gaethe vs. Rafael Fiziev 2 getting slated for UFC 313 and Bryce Mitchell vs. Jean Silva being booked for UFC 314.

Next, they discuss news of a deal being close with Saudi Arabia to launch a TKO boxing league (22:39), check in on the Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn press conference (29:47), preview UFC Vegas 103 (35:44) and make their picks for the weekend (49:03).
Finally, The Boys deliver their P4P lists of movie fight scenes (1:00:48), and answer your questions (1:31:48).

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