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Full UFC 312 breakdown, Khamzat Chimaev looming, Jake Paul vs. Canelo? Jon Jones announcement reaction | The Boys in the Back Feb 06, 2025

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The Boys in the Back preview UFC 312, starting with the main event matchup that pits champion Dricus du Plessis against challenger Sean Strickland (01:13), while also addressing Khamzat Chimaev's looming presence (23:27).

Then, it's on to the co-main event between champion Zhang Weili and Tatiana Suarez (36:51), before debuting a brand new Fight Feasts focused on Australian cuisine (47:42).

Denis Shkuratov of Submission Radio gives The Boys insights from fight week, including the potential arrival of Chimaev in Sydney (01:05:18).

Next, they react to news that Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford is already off after being recently reported for September (01:34:06), Jake Paul's role in the shakeup (01:42:16), and Jon Jones' teased announcement (01:48:01).

Mysterious Frank joins to make picks (01:53:01), unveil P4P mustache rankings (01:58:54), and answer your questions (02:25:11).

UFC 312 preview, Mikaela Mayer vs Sandy Ryan face-off, "LokDog" Oliveira, Jasmine Jasudavicius, On The Nose Feb 05, 2025

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Ariel Helwani answers all your latest On The Nose questions about UFC 312, including Sean Strickland's media day comments, plus Conor McGregor's team potential intervening, a query about the show's credits, and more (08:51).

Vinicius Oliveira discusses his big UFC Saudi Arabia win over Said Nurmagomedov, origins of his "LokDog" nickname, embracing his "Russian Hunter" gimmick, how he'd fare against Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov, Mega Pizza orders and more (35:42).

Mikaela Mayer and Sandy Ryan have a heated virtual face-to-face ahead of their March 29 rematch (01:04:13).

Jasmine Jasudavicius discusses her UFC Saudi Arabia win over Mayra Bueno Silva, her experience dealing with the paint fumes in the Saudi locker room, potential fights against Erin Blanchfield, Alex Grasso and Maycee Barber, plus more (01:31:49).

The Boys in the Back and Petesy Carroll rejoin Ariel to answer more On The Nose questions and YouTube Super Chats (01:53:34).

Ariel x Ade, episode 11: Paul x Canelo x Crawford in 2025? What’s next for David Benavidez? Plus, Frank Warren drops news Feb 05, 2025

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Ariel x Ade kicks off with a discussion about Derek Chisora's 'last stand' (05:42), before being joined by his promoter Frank Warren (09:37), who also touches on Tyson Fury's future, Daniel Dubois' next fight, and more.
Next, they address the reported September bout between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford (28:07) and whether Jake Paul could play spoiler in a potential bout against Alvarez (30:45).
Recapping the weekend, the duo wonders what's next for David Benavidez after his win over David Morrell (45:11) and who will be able to challenge Claressa Shields (54:41).
The conversation moves to potential opponents for Anthony Joshua (59:59) and the duo delivers the parting shot (01:11:32), before closing on the newly announced KSI vs. Dillon Danis fight (01:14:23).

Chael Sonnen unfiltered on Conor McGregor, Bryce Mitchell, more. Plus, KSI x Danis breaking news, UFC-PFL trade ideas Feb 04, 2025

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Ariel Helwani kicks off the show by reacting to breaking news that KSI will box Dillon Danis (06:57), before addressing Dana White's recent comments about hate speech (27:14).

Then, Helwani and the Boys in the Back react to Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford being finalized and whether Jake Paul can play spoiler (47:26).

Chael Sonnen goes off about Conor McGregor's decline and why the UFC can't book him, Bryce Mitchell's controversial comments, Israel Adesanya's losing streak, the WWE Royal Rumble, why Jon Jones can't retire, UFC's superstar shortage and much more in a classic unfiltered "American Gangster" conversation (01:02:34).

Finally, the show closes with a discussion about Patchy Mix requesting his PFL release and proposed UFC-PFL trades for Mix (02:10:49).

Joe Hendry & Karolina Kowalkiewicz in studio, David Benavidez, MVP, Terrance McKinney, full weekend recap Feb 03, 2025

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Ariel Helwani reacts to Israel Adesanya's stunning loss at UFC Saudi Arabia, David Benavidez's big win over David Morrell Jr., the WWE Royal Rumble, Bryce Mitchell's disgusting comments, plus much more from the chaotic weekend in combat sports (09:54).

Michael Page discusses his UFC Saudi Arabia win over Shara Magomedov, what's next, whether a move to light heavyweight is actually feasible, Magomedov's post-fight excuses and more (01:02:33).

Terrance McKinney discusses his UFC Saudi Arabia knockout of Damir Hadzovic, why he's somehow never gotten a UFC post-fight bonus, how paint fumes in the Saudi locker room affected fighters' performances and more (01:22:24).

David Benavidez discusses beating David Morrell Jr., his pursuit of Canelo Alvarez, fighting the winner of Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol 2, why Terence Crawford is going to upset Alvarez and more (01:42:54).

Karolina Kowalkiewicz joins us in-studio to discuss her UFC status, rebounding from her five-fight losing streak, retirement rumors, Bryce Mitchell's abhorrent comments and more (02:05:07).

Joe Hendry discusses his WWE debut at the 2025 Royal Rumble, John Cena's life-changing advice, wrestling Robert Whittaker and getting help from Chael Sonnen, his backstage encounter with Triple H, plus much more in a special in-studio interview (02:54:01).

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UFC Saudi Arabia Post-Fight Show: Israel Adesanya suffers stunning TKO loss to Nassourdine Imavov, MVP outclasses Shara Bullet Feb 01, 2025

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UFC Saudi Arabia is in the books, so the Boys in the Back and Petesy Carroll give their immediate reaction to Israel Adesanya's stunning defeat at the hands of Nassourdine Imavov, including what to make of Adesanya's skid and what could be next for both fighters (00:44).
Then, they discuss Michael 'Venom' Page stopping Shara Bullet's undefeated streak and whether the UFC would be wise to push Page (21:56).
Finally, they recap the rest of the card, including another fun performance from Vinicius 'LokDog' Oliveira (39:17), Fares Ziam's upset win (41:25), Shamil Gaziev's big KO (46:00), the reliably quick work of Terrance McKinney (49:13), Jasmine Jasudavicius becoming a contender (50:13), and more.

Should the UFC cut Bryce Mitchell, Conor McGregor’s racial slurs, UFC Saudi Arabia | The Craic Jan 31, 2025

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Petesy Carroll is joined by Uncrowned’s Chuck Mindenhall and Ben Fowlkes to discuss Bryce Mitchell and Conor McGregor’s latest controversies.

The trio discuss Bryce Mitchell’s outlandish statement about Adolf Hitler being “a good guy” (3:11) and consider whether Dana White’s reaction to the situation is sufficient (04:16).

Then, they look at differing reactions from the MMA community, with Jan Blachowicz offering to educate Mitchell (23:44) and Conor McGregor offering compassion to the featherweight (25:11).

The conversation then moves onto the vitriolic tweet from McGregor, laced with racial slurs, going after his old foe Khabib Nurmagomedov (36:01) and question what the Irish fighter has left to give to the sport of MMA (46:02).

Finally, the trio gives their thoughts on UFC Saudi Arabia (50:26) before giving their picks for the main event (59:08).

Bryce Mitchell reaction, UFC Saudi Arabia Preview, Fight Feasts Cheesesteaks Review | The Boys in the Back Jan 30, 2025

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The Boys in the Back start the show by reacting to Bryce Mitchell's recent antisemitic and homophobic remarks (01:38).
Then, they preview UFC Saudi Arabia, headlined by Israel Adesanya vs. Nassourdine Imavov and featuring Shara Bullet vs. Michael 'Venom' Page (06:55).
Next, they touch on the boxing match between David Benavidez and David Morrell (49:16), as well as WWE's Royal Rumble (52:21), the two other events on a packed combat sports Saturday.

The growing feud between Conor McGregor and Paul Hughes is discussed (55:34), before turning attention to a brand new Fight Feasts, featuring a review of four of Philadelphia's best cheesesteaks (01:01:37).
Mysterious Frank joins for the Boys to make picks (01:23:17), give their P4P pirate rankings (01:37:13), and answer your questions (02:06:24).

Paul Hughes responds to Conor McGregor, Michael ‘Venom’ Page, Jim Lampley, On the Nose Jan 29, 2025

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Michael 'Venom' Page previews his UFC Saudi Arabia fight against Shara Bullet and discusses how he plans to exploit Magomedov's striking patterns (03:07).

Ariel Helwani and The Boys In The Back answer all your questions in the latest edition of On The Nose (20:32).

Paul Hughes discusses his Fight of the Year contender against Usman Nurmagomedov, whether a rematch is next, and responds to Conor McGregor's nationalist attacks after the UFC star's latest social media tirade (59:37).

Boxing legend Jim Lampley breaks down all angles of David Benavidez vs. David Morrell Jr. and discusses the state of the sweet science (01:32:47).

Finally, On The Nose resumes to close out the show (02:35:46).

Ariel x Ade, episode 10: Claressa Shields & Skye Nicolson join the show, Benavidez vs. Morrell preview Jan 29, 2025

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Ariel x Ade is back with two guests ahead of a big fight weekend.
First, the duo discusses the highly anticipated showdown between David Benavidez and David Morrell (08:24).
The GWOAT Claressa Shields joins the show to preview her battle with Danielle Perkins for undisputed gold and respond to chatter about Amanda Serrano and Laila Ali (12:18).
Skye Nicolson joins to break news of her title defense against Tiara Brown in Sydney, Australia on March 22 (32:50).
Next, they react to the full Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn fight card announcement (51:08), Jaron ’Boots’ Ennis vs. Eimantas Stanionis being booked (53:15) and ponder what's next for Naoya Inoue (55:30) and Diego Pacheco (01:00:28).
Finally, they circle back to Benavidez vs. David Morrell and speculate on whoever is victorious facing the winner of the Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol rematch (01:03:33), and give this week's parting shot (01:08:17)

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