Happy Wednesday! Time for another edition of “On the Nose” on today’s episode of “The MMA Hour.” This has turned into one of my favorite segments of the week, so thanks to all who have participated so far. Hit me with your best questions below. You know the drill. Everything and anything goes. Questions only available to paid subscribers. Sorry, them’s the rules. And try to keep them short and sweet, if possible.
What’s the difference in hype between Johnny Walker’s first 3 fight’s and Khamzats first 4 fights? Who else compares to Khamzat hype at this stage in their career?
Also, do you ever see yourself moving back to Canada and setting up shop there?
Shalom! Have you heard much about what’s next for Stipe? Feels like he may be waiting for the winner of Jones v the winner of Ngannou v Gane. Miss having him active in the MMA scene.
Good morning Ariel! My question this week is about the Volkanovski and Holloway trilogy fight. Let’s say it does actually happen and Max wins this time, do you think they fight a 4th time? If max wins I don’t see Alex just up and leaving. There is no doubt he will want to get his belt back, but is that even possible? I personally would be over it by that point. Just like a 4th match between Mcgregor and Poirier I really could care less to see them fight again.
This weeks handicapped hot take for you, Josh Allen and the Buffalo bills will win super bowl LVI over the king of deflated footballs Tom Brady and his ship mates let’s go baby! #billsmafia
Ariel, what is your favorite example of a fighter switching their camp and achieving greater results? Which fighter do you think would benefit the most from switching things up right now?
Happy Wednesday, Ariel! What would your signature move in pro-wrestling be? I know you had to have put some thought into this as a kid. Here’s some name ideas: The Heel-Kick, The Heel-Hook, The Nosedive, The Mic Drop, or my favorite The Helwa-Knee.
Hey Ariel, why do you think that the Usman Nurmagomedov news didn’t get more publicity behind it after its initial reports? And do you have any updates on that situation?
What about having Anthony Lionheart Smith on more regularly as an analyst? It brought me back to the DC days (just better) with how the two of you talk about what’s going on in the ufc when he’s on your show. Could be after each of the #ed events that you guys breakdown what happened and the implications on the greater ufc.
Do you think some Fighters would benefit from having a WWE Style Manager to help them seem more engaging?
My favorite segment of the week!
2 quick questions.
What happened with Kenny Florian and the ufc? He was so great on commentary and at the desk
Do you listen to any other MMA podcasts?
What’s the difference in hype between Johnny Walker’s first 3 fight’s and Khamzats first 4 fights? Who else compares to Khamzat hype at this stage in their career?
Also, do you ever see yourself moving back to Canada and setting up shop there?
Who is your white whale interview? Either on here or for a platform like the Ariel Helwani Show? Is there someone that keeps eluding you?
The Ariel Helwani Show is fantastic btw, Daniel Ricciardo was great, Legend.
Shalom! Have you heard much about what’s next for Stipe? Feels like he may be waiting for the winner of Jones v the winner of Ngannou v Gane. Miss having him active in the MMA scene.
Good morning Ariel! My question this week is about the Volkanovski and Holloway trilogy fight. Let’s say it does actually happen and Max wins this time, do you think they fight a 4th time? If max wins I don’t see Alex just up and leaving. There is no doubt he will want to get his belt back, but is that even possible? I personally would be over it by that point. Just like a 4th match between Mcgregor and Poirier I really could care less to see them fight again.
This weeks handicapped hot take for you, Josh Allen and the Buffalo bills will win super bowl LVI over the king of deflated footballs Tom Brady and his ship mates let’s go baby! #billsmafia
Much love - Zack
Ariel, what is your favorite example of a fighter switching their camp and achieving greater results? Which fighter do you think would benefit the most from switching things up right now?
If you’re Nate, how do you play the next 6 months?
Wait for Khamzat to be booked a fight and take anyone else? Who else do you see the UFC offering him except Khamzat/Islam?
How did the Francis Ngannou situation resolve itself?
Did he renegotiate his deal for the Gane fight or did he get strongarmed by the ufc?
Who is your pick(s) for breakthrough fighter in 2022?
Happy Wednesday, Ariel! What would your signature move in pro-wrestling be? I know you had to have put some thought into this as a kid. Here’s some name ideas: The Heel-Kick, The Heel-Hook, The Nosedive, The Mic Drop, or my favorite The Helwa-Knee.
Why is Your Gable Steveson Figure laying down on the desk?
Hey Ariel. You've been able to see a lot of the world through your work as a journalist. What is your dream vacation spot?
Hey Ariel, why do you think that the Usman Nurmagomedov news didn’t get more publicity behind it after its initial reports? And do you have any updates on that situation?
What about having Anthony Lionheart Smith on more regularly as an analyst? It brought me back to the DC days (just better) with how the two of you talk about what’s going on in the ufc when he’s on your show. Could be after each of the #ed events that you guys breakdown what happened and the implications on the greater ufc.
When you got to espn was there anything that was disappointing when you saw how the butter was made there?