The Ariel Helwani Show

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 reviews the AEW Dynasty PPV, where it was a GOOD NIGHT TO BE A BAD GUY, plus thoughts on why he thinks Darby Allin could very likely win the AEW world championship from MJF this week on Dynamite (51:04).

Plus an update on the alleged stabbing at an independent show in Chicago last month, with local police ruling there was no such stabbing, but that didn't stop the venue where it happened from losing its license to host wrestling shows (1:21:57).

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’ recent win, believing Mikaela Mayer can beat Claressa Shields, accusations made by fighters and fans due to her physique, ongoing conversations with WWE, and more (09:54).

Ariel and the Boys in the Back tackle some recent news and notes, including one fan’s stunning Jon Jones tattoo, the latest UFC rankings, and more (46:28). Plus, your Super Chats (1:22:38).

Paulo Costa is back following his massive win over Azamat Murzakanov at UFC 327, talking about his beef with Josh Hokit, whether he could be fighting for UFC gold while Carlos Ulberg heals up, his feeling on Ulberg’s performance against Jiri Prochazka, his reaction to Prochazka saying he showed Ulberg “mercy,” believing Israel Adesanya should retire, having one fight remaining on his UFC contract, and more (1:38:32).

Deathcore artist and Slaughter to Prevail frontman Alex Terrible is in-studio with Ariel to discuss his family life, being on tour and experiencing burnout, his upcoming BKFC fight, the meaning behind his tattoos, grappling with tigers and bears, and more (2:11:04).

Eddie Hearn returns to react to the performances of Tyson Fury and Conor Benn’s fights on Netflix, then reveals details from the night, including Anthony Joshua being asked to go into the ring and ongoing negotiations for the Fury fight. Plus, he reviews the latest Zuffa Boxing events, accepts Dana White’s challenge to a boxing match, gives an update on Tom Aspinall, and more (3:04:50).

Ariel wraps up with a few more Super Chats (3:59:43).

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 victory and knee injury he suffered in the fight, respond to Prochazka saying he showed “mercy,” calling him a “pretender,” look ahead to his recovery, and more (1:01:06).

Cub Swanson is back to break down his storybook retirement fight, including the buildup to the moment, the fight itself, the reception from fans and fellow fighters, celebrating the win with his family, and more (1:31:59).

Daniel Rodriguez returns to reveal details about his long hiatus, being detained in Mexico while crossing the border with marijuana, support he received while in jail, finding ways to exercise and make the best of his conditions, remaining motivated, how he was able to negotiate his release, and more (2:05:37).

Kevin Holland joins following his impressive performance against Randy Brown at UFC 327, talking about his ranch and horses, his younger brother getting into the fight game, Brown’s ability to fight off submissions, wanting another crack at both Mike Malott and Daniel Rodriguez, and more (2:37:37).

City Kickboxing head coach Eugene Bareman is back on the show, discussing Ulberg’s UFC 327 win, their camp for the fight, his real-time thoughts after Ulberg’s injury, his reaction to Prochazka’s “mercy” comments, Ulberg potentially fighting Magomed Ankalaev in his first title defense, his feelings on Israel Adesanya’s next move, and more (3:01:04).

WBO super lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson is our final guest of the day, reacting to Conor Benn’s performance against Regis Prograis, being stripped of the WBC title and the politics involved, who he hopes to fight next, and more (3:36:14).

Ariel closes the show with some other news and notes (3:57:29), before answering your Super Chats (4:58:22).

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 sport. Could a fight with Ryan Garcia be next for Benn? Should Benn take an easier route or "cash out" against a notable champion at welterweight (30:03)?

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 the card (44:01).

Before signing off, they touch on Gable Steveson signing with the UFC and debuting in July (45:01), Tyson Fury's Netflix win and Anthony Joshua callout (51:27), Conor Benn's lackluster showing (54:18) and results from PFL Chicago (59:53).