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Kosmo Kramer's avatar

Good afternoon Ariel,

What is going on with Francis Ngannou? I read he killed a 17 year old girl while riding his motorcycle in Cameroon? Any truth to the story?

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Triple Double's avatar

Ariel,

I legit thought your Super Bowl clip was an AI generated video until you paused it and started to narrate what was going. To my surprise, it was real. Hilarious stuff!

Question is….Not trying to get deep, but with two young kids, just curious your thoughts on vaccines. Would love to hear how you navigate deciding what is best for your kids and what research you do or how you come to your decision on controversial things such as this.

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Steve Buchemi's avatar

Great question, the people want to know!

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Short and sweet's avatar

Ariel,

What is your take on BJ Penn thinking his family was replaced and that situation as a whole? I know it’s a sensitive topic but we would love to hear your take considering your extensive coverage of the sport.

Thanks

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Steve Buchemi's avatar

Surprised he hasn’t addressed this yet as it’s been going on for some time. Pretty crazy stuff.

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Steve Buchemi's avatar

On a scale from GFL being the next Fyre Festival to the spectacle that was Eubank vs Benn, how confident are you that we see the Jones/aspinal fight? It really seems like Jones is orchestrating all of this to stay relevant and in the lime light. It’s better than making a police headline but I feel he just wants to be talked about and has no intention to actually fight Aspinal… why would he?

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Short and sweet's avatar

100% he’s going to drag it on as long as possible as if he really wants to fight

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Lex's avatar
Apr 29Edited

Hi Ariel do you remember a time where so many people have a claim for the next title shot the same way WW has at the moment. The line is huge at the moment.

Sean Brady: Just beat Leon former Champ

Shavkat: Undefeated coming off a win over Garry in a "No.1 Contender fight"

Buckley/Usman Winner: Specifically Buckley who would be on a nice streak should he beat Usman

Garry: Just beat Prates short notice and is the back up

Islam: Current LW champ and a huge star and wants to move up

Who do you and the boys think will get the next shot after 315 and the second question who do you think is the most deserving?

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Oilbeefhooked's avatar

Hey Ariel,

The people need to know when Jordan is facing off against ric in the aviron challenge and can we get a gc breakdown of their matchup.

Also can we get a petesy reaction to my handle name I reckon he'll crack up

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Short and sweet's avatar

Did you see McGregor smoking a cigar ringside at BKFC screaming at the fighters while he has someone film him. Dave’s face next to him looks displeased as if he’s lost complete control of his baby (bkfc). What is your take on him as a face of this company? He looks like he is acting for a movie scene, like he is trying way too hard to be a mob boss or something. Hard to believe this is the same Mcgregor.

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Makum Otaku's avatar

Hey Ariel and the Crew,

Can you talk a little bit about the actual fight matchup between Belal vs JDM for the welterweight strap. Would be interesting to hear, with whom the crew is leaning towards to ? #UFC315

Much love 🫶

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Matt Mo's avatar

Belal wins

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Makum Otaku's avatar

Thanks Matt.

I guess, win by decision ?!

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Matt Mo's avatar

That's what I'm thinking! Or a R4/R5 stoppage

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Shon Plant's avatar

Hello Ariel & The Fortress of Lads,

As former ESPN employees, I was wondering if you all are aware of the absolute terrible lack of effort they are putting into their MMA programs nowadays?

The DC & Chael shows have absolutely terrible audio, confusing thumbnails, and Titles that leave you wondering what the video even may be, with no indication what show it even is.

ESPN Bet also hilariously has an MMA gambling segment where they give picks, and they are sitting at -19 Units lost since starting and continue to post horrendous Ill advised bets every week. Just wondering what’s going on over there and why they seem to care so little.

You would expect ESPN to deliver quality but it is truly anything but that.

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Matt Mo's avatar

That betting segment is horrible. I cringe every time Minty Bets gives a breakdown

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Your Mom Goes To College's avatar

Ariel,

DC isn’t on the show as much these days, but your chemistry was always special—what’s one thing about your relationship with Daniel Cormier that fans might not realise or fully appreciate?

Can we expect to see DC on the show anytime soon?

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Shon Plant's avatar

Banger question

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Kyle Grant's avatar

Ariel, who wins a MMA fight, GC or NY Ric?

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Oilbeefhooked's avatar

Ric all day, he has size, old man dad strength and bjj experience. Gc would have overconfidence based on the bike and he gets guillotined in the first 2 mins.

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Kyle Grant's avatar

I hear you but GC’s youth, speed and cardio advantages might give him the edge? I’m not sure.

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Josh P's avatar

GC takes this one. Sean Woodson/Jalan Turner vibes. Long, lanky and powerful!

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Oilbeefhooked's avatar

You're dreaming if you think gc beats ric. GC is the better shit talker but it'd end like conor v khabib.

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Matt Mo's avatar

GC, Ric isn't even an athlete.

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La Mancha MMA's avatar

Hey Ariel! quick question.

Will you be interviewing Conor McGregor any time soon?

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Kevin from Ottawa's avatar

Ariel, your Pisser Fact story was your version of “I WAS IN THE POOL! I WAS IN THE POOL!”

Unrelated, but why are the Montreal Canadiens not brought up when discussing your favourite sports teams? Are you just not a hockey fan?

Kevin

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Shon Plant's avatar

Hello Ariel, I don’t know if you ever heard of this before buddy, but Luke Thomas has guys on his show named BC and Long Island Luke… is this a shot at GC & New York Ric? Is he being mean to you? Not sure but if it is not cool… I might have to teach him a lesson #SpankingForLuke

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Islam’s Phlebotomist's avatar

Uncle Ariel,

Is there any chance we can get a weekly segment with Uncle Chael? I love each of you individually, but together y’all are must see.

Much love to the greatest team in the game.

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Left Leg Cemetery's avatar

Question for GOAT CONNER

Any update on the housing situation and impending lawfare being waged against you? When will your sure to be best selling tell-all drop? We’ve paid for the whole seat but we are only using the edge.

P.S. I’m stoked for NOLA fight feast!

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Islam’s Phlebotomist's avatar

Has this not been resolved?

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Matt Mo's avatar

It will never be resolved.

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