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Salam Alaikum Ariel!

Is there a limit/a line where the UFC/Endeavor would stop Strickland at? Surely you can’t always get away with the things he says?

Much appreciated!

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Hello, fan since 2011. To me, it seems like Dana White is not a good person. I know everyone has good and bad qualities to them, and perhaps there's factors that aren't being considered, but does it seem like Dana has more of the latter than the former? Is it accurate to say he's not a good person?

Some of this is based off of what you said about the slap controversy, “What’re your kids going to say about you...The way you treat fighters...people...about the kind of person you are?"

I suppose it's easy to vilify someone, so is it just another case of that? Keep up the good work, love to see it!

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Ola Ariel, who do you think has the best chance to become the next Brazilian UFC champion? Cheers, adeus! 😊

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Hi Ariel,

Want to get your general thoughts on the ESPN layoffs, but I’d also specifically like to hear your thoughts on Max Kellerman.

In the HBO Boxing glory days, I tuned in for the Jim Lampley, Larry Merchant, and Max Kellerman banter as much as I did for the fights. It seems like his setup at ESPN post first-take really hurt his stock, however, I would think that Matchroom / DAZN or Showtime would be all over trying to get him on their broadcasts. It’s a ruthless/challenging world out there for personalities and broadcasters, which is why I’d love your take on what you think he should do, or what you might advise him to do next.

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Kellerman is not popular. It was expected since he got removed from First Take. The more surprising ones are Jeff Van Gundy and Jalen Rose.

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I would say Kellerman is bigger and more like than both of them and is held to a higher standard within his respective sport of boxing.

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Hi Ariel and team, I thought the whole topic on etiquette last week was fascinating. when doing the show daily is there an etiquette you all have? for Example Does GC have a certain way to approach studio guests? does Ariel consult with the team about getting a potential guest on the show. I would love to know etiquette that mysterious frank and Rick have too. Thanks for the countless hours of entertainment. You've helped me through many periods of my life, forever grateful.

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Hey Ariel - Any update on Jamahal vs Jiri? Feel like things have been silent for a bit. If Jiri isn’t recovered from his injury, who would likely be the next person in line to fight for the belt? On an unrelated pro wrestling note, if you could pick 4 current wrestlers from any promotion to be the cornerstones of a new company for the next decade, who would you pick and why? Thanks and shout out to the crew!

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What’s up Ariel. The great Eddie Hearn said he expects the Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou fight to be next but he also said it could be an exhibition. If that ends up true, how much intrigue would be removed from that fight? Would it generate less buzz if it doesn’t count against either fighters professional record?

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Yo Ariel,

It's time to get real about Whittaker vs. Du Plessis...It's Rob by whatever he wants and there is nobody else for Izzy. So, I'd love to hear you channel the undefeated HEELwani and feed Whittaker some post fight lines to start building the buzz for the trilogy.

Thanks for all that you do!

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Shalom Ariel!

Georges St-Pierre shared a photo from his training session with Elon Musk, John Danaher and Lex Fridman. This brings a lot of attention to the world of MMA, and excites casual fans a non fans alike. In your opinion, does this help in any way to MMA or the professional fighters?

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Hi Ariel,

I know it's a running joke within the MMA community, but where does Kevin Lee actually fit in at this moment? He has always been in between weight classes and, even though he has always faced good competition, 170lbs doesn't seem right for him. If you where in his corner, what would your advice to him be & how should he go from here?

Love from The Netherlands,

Luc

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What's the craic Aero!

Lately I have been feeling divisions are getting too clogged, either from contenders skipping the line or fights taking their time to materialise. For me the worst division is Welterweight. Khamzat, Shavkat, Belal, and we can even throw Gilbert in, are all more deserving of a shot than Colby. So, what division do you think is the most clogged? Which rankings have the most unnecessary contender matches going on? Who is the most deserving contender at the back of the line?

My first question, thought I would get greedy.

Do chara as Éirinn,

Cogneta.

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Hello Ariel,

Two quick ones if I may

If Robert Whitaker beats DDP do you think he is next in line for the title shot or do you think the UFC might go with Sean Strickland? Sean is also much more likely for the quick turn around

Also just wondered if you have heard anything regarding a Leon Edwards fight date. The only month available seems to be September is that the likely date for Leon vs Colby?

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Hey Ariel and Crew,

If the PFL buys Bellator, would you see them becoming a clear #2? Or would ONE FC still be in the conversation? What do you see as the biggest fight for Francis if Bellator's HWs become available to him?

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In honour of July 1st and 4th, as someone who has lived in both Canada and the USA, what is one thing that each country does better than the other.

Love and peace

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Hello Ariel, thoughts on UFC london? O2 is usually rocking, as it was last Saturday for MITB ... however with it struggling to sell and high ticket prices which has just been reduced it feels like this is going to bomb.

Much love

Ali

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Hey Ariel, I was so hyped to have The Motown Phenom back in the Octagon but that did RINAT go the way I was hoping. He always looks so great in the lead up and seems to ooze machismo (R.I.P. Scott Hall) , but man...do you see Kevin Lee, age 30, being a contender at Welterweight? Was coming back to the UFC a mistake? Where are his best fights if he went elsewhere? Thanks everyone, love and appreciation for all you do.

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