Do you believe in Karma? You said that you changed the trajectory of game 3 but what about game 1 and 2 or the series as a whole? Before the series started, on your show, you were condoning the knicks fans throwing trash on and assaulting the pacers fan, basically saying all is fair in love and war. What happened to humble and hungry? Where did that energy go? Some humility and maybe the series goes differently… Also, ultra karma to KAT for tapping Johnson on the chest after his corner 3 pointer in game one. This series is over and I feel like it falls directly on you and KAT both. Peace and love peace and love.
We want to hear about your take on vaccinations. Stop shying away from these hard hitters, aren’t you an independent man now? I thought you were the boss?
Ariel, you brushed past this topic a few weeks ago, but is it concerning how little we hear about drug testing in the post-USADA era? It’s true positive tests were on the decline before USADA were replaced, and no one wants to hear stories of fighters being awoken at home or having location violations, but am I right to be a little sceptical, pessimistic and suspicious about lack of mishaps amongst the UFC’s ever growing roster?
It is a combat sport at the end of the day, and cheating could have a lasting impact on people’s lives
Loved your breakdown of the handshake with Caleb Plant… can we get a segment where you and the crew breakdown videos. It’s some of the most entertaining banter. Please breakdown a video of Conor smoking at the bkfc event. Or him walking the highest bridge. Would love it
When you made the switch to yahoo sports and launched the Uncrowned platform, we know how important it was to bring the whole crew along. We are so thankful you did, it would not be the same without all of you. Were any of you opposed to adding so many shows? Was there anyone who preferred to keep it just Mondays and Wednesdays, as it was back in the mma hour days? Seems like the job would carry a bit more stress now than before, and I’ve wondered what was the feeling from the crew when these decisions were being made.
Can we get you a lozenge? You consistently sound like you have thumbtacks and battery acid in your esophagus every time you open your mouth. Did you sound that way as a child? Did you talk to your mother with that voice? Maybe before hair transplant, we consider a voice box transplant.
Hi Ariel, how long will Jon Bones Jones aurora be of value? For long term fans Bone Jones will be highly regarded as the GOAT. New fans will not know the level in which he fought. DC, Rua, Machida, Jackson, Evan’s, Gustafsson. In 2025 they are all retired except Gustafsson who’s not fought in 3 years. Jones is holding up the new era. Does Dana have to pick between UFC Legacy and the future?
Was curious about your thoughts on some of the things DC has been saying about Jon Jones being afraid to fight Tom Aspinall because he is afraid of being knocked out?
As always, thank you for everything you guys do for fighters, fight fans and the whole combat community.
Ariel - I really enjoyed yesterday’s Ariel x Ade segment on your Top 10 most entertaining boxers. I have to say, I couldn’t agree more with Ade’s take: Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano are inextricably linked. I’ll never think of one without the other. In combat sports, true magic happens when we get those rare, perfect pairings - fighters who elevate each other and are forever tied together in the minds of fans.
So here’s my question: If you had to pick the three most intrinsically linked pairings in the history of boxing (or MMA, your choice), what would they be? I’m not talking about the greatest fights of all time - I mean the matches where, when you think of one fighter, you automatically think of the other.
GSP came out and publicly celebrated being non active in UFC for 5 years meaning his contract had ended w UFC. June 2026 will mark 5 years since Conor fought last which is wild, would he be able to walk as well? Is this a baseline part of a UFC contract?
Hey Ariel,
Do you believe in Karma? You said that you changed the trajectory of game 3 but what about game 1 and 2 or the series as a whole? Before the series started, on your show, you were condoning the knicks fans throwing trash on and assaulting the pacers fan, basically saying all is fair in love and war. What happened to humble and hungry? Where did that energy go? Some humility and maybe the series goes differently… Also, ultra karma to KAT for tapping Johnson on the chest after his corner 3 pointer in game one. This series is over and I feel like it falls directly on you and KAT both. Peace and love peace and love.
KAT is so trash and soft. Cocky and cost his team
We want to hear about your take on vaccinations. Stop shying away from these hard hitters, aren’t you an independent man now? I thought you were the boss?
Have you heard of Morgan Jay or seen any of his content? He reminds me of you. He is hilarious.
Ariel, you brushed past this topic a few weeks ago, but is it concerning how little we hear about drug testing in the post-USADA era? It’s true positive tests were on the decline before USADA were replaced, and no one wants to hear stories of fighters being awoken at home or having location violations, but am I right to be a little sceptical, pessimistic and suspicious about lack of mishaps amongst the UFC’s ever growing roster?
It is a combat sport at the end of the day, and cheating could have a lasting impact on people’s lives
Izzy grew a boob and nothing happened…. It was at that point that I knew, even with USADA people can cheat the system.
DC says you’ve lost your mind and he can’t associate with you anymore because of the things you say about the ufc. (From a Gilroy local)
Loved your breakdown of the handshake with Caleb Plant… can we get a segment where you and the crew breakdown videos. It’s some of the most entertaining banter. Please breakdown a video of Conor smoking at the bkfc event. Or him walking the highest bridge. Would love it
Ariel and crew,
When you made the switch to yahoo sports and launched the Uncrowned platform, we know how important it was to bring the whole crew along. We are so thankful you did, it would not be the same without all of you. Were any of you opposed to adding so many shows? Was there anyone who preferred to keep it just Mondays and Wednesdays, as it was back in the mma hour days? Seems like the job would carry a bit more stress now than before, and I’ve wondered what was the feeling from the crew when these decisions were being made.
Shoutout to the best crew in the game.
I find keeping up with the content way harder now. I’ve considered giving up.
GOAT CONNER,
Can we get you a lozenge? You consistently sound like you have thumbtacks and battery acid in your esophagus every time you open your mouth. Did you sound that way as a child? Did you talk to your mother with that voice? Maybe before hair transplant, we consider a voice box transplant.
It’s tough.
Hola Ariel! Any thoughts to share on Around the Horn? Did you ever want to be on the show?
Hey Ariel and crew,
It’s international fight week and you and the BITB are all in vegas.
All the fighter are in town and you’re getting many invites to go on a big night out with some groups of fighters.
each of you has to pick a group(Ariel, Ric, GC, Petesy)
Frank wasn’t invited!
Group 1: Wild boys, Conor, Jon, and Mike Perry
Group 2: Chill guys, Volk, Rob Whittaker, Wonderboy
Group 3: Oddballs, Tony Ferg, Diego Sanchez, Jiri
Group 4: Ladies night, Tracy cortez, Paige, Maycee
Chill guys would be better as aussie lads volk bobby knucks and jdm with a superset of craig jones.
Hi Ariel, how long will Jon Bones Jones aurora be of value? For long term fans Bone Jones will be highly regarded as the GOAT. New fans will not know the level in which he fought. DC, Rua, Machida, Jackson, Evan’s, Gustafsson. In 2025 they are all retired except Gustafsson who’s not fought in 3 years. Jones is holding up the new era. Does Dana have to pick between UFC Legacy and the future?
What is your guys most eaten fast food? I’m from Cali and I have a soft spot for In n out. What about chipotle?
What is your take on the drama Ryan Clark has been involved in? Talking about Andrew Schultz as well as RG3?
Hey Ariel and the Boys In The Back,
Was curious about your thoughts on some of the things DC has been saying about Jon Jones being afraid to fight Tom Aspinall because he is afraid of being knocked out?
As always, thank you for everything you guys do for fighters, fight fans and the whole combat community.
Cheers from Canada,
Eric
Ariel - I really enjoyed yesterday’s Ariel x Ade segment on your Top 10 most entertaining boxers. I have to say, I couldn’t agree more with Ade’s take: Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano are inextricably linked. I’ll never think of one without the other. In combat sports, true magic happens when we get those rare, perfect pairings - fighters who elevate each other and are forever tied together in the minds of fans.
So here’s my question: If you had to pick the three most intrinsically linked pairings in the history of boxing (or MMA, your choice), what would they be? I’m not talking about the greatest fights of all time - I mean the matches where, when you think of one fighter, you automatically think of the other.
My top three pairings in boxing are:
1) Diego Corrales & José Luis Castillo
2) Micky Ward & Arturo Gatti
3) Manny Pacquiao & Juan Manuel Márquez
In MMA
1) Rory & Robbie
2) Chuck & Tito
3) Moreno & Figgy
GSP came out and publicly celebrated being non active in UFC for 5 years meaning his contract had ended w UFC. June 2026 will mark 5 years since Conor fought last which is wild, would he be able to walk as well? Is this a baseline part of a UFC contract?