Ariel Helwani kicks off the show with legend Demetrious Johnson, who joins Ariel in-studio to talk about his new manga Flow Mushin, Sean Strickland’s friction with UFC over his contract, his feelings about UFC flyweight champ Joshua Van, his new podcast with Israel Adesanya, Jon Jones’ mentorship of Gable Steveson, the GOAT conversation, and more (04:48). Ariel dives into Sean Strickland’s contract drama, from Nassourdine Imavov showing up in Las Vegas, to Strickland’s string of social media posts, to Strickland’s contract status, Dana White’s reaction to Strickland calling out Zuffa Boxing champion Jai Opetaia, and more (1:01:59). The Boys join Ariel to cover other news and notes, including Jake Paul’s hit list, KSI’s retirement, Michael “Venom” Page signing with Misfist Boxing, and more (1:43:41). Michael “Venom” Page is back to talk about his new Misfits Boxing deal, revealing details about the number of fights and timeframe, teasing a potential bout against Darren Till, expressing his desire to fight Sean Strickland while in the UFC, giving his assessment of UFC prioritizing excitement over winning, and more (2:02:39). Andre Fili returns to the show to break down his massive knockout against Kai Kamaka III at UFC Vegas 122 (2:29:40). While waiting for Fili to reconnect, Ariel recaps the rest of UFC Vegas 122, starting with Brendan Allen’s big win (2:43:40). Andre Fili re-joins and the conversation turns to fatherhood, having new perspective on his life and career, his love of wrestling, wanting all his fights to be at UFC’s Apex, and more (3:02:10). Ariel and crew cover more news and notes (3:45:57), before wrapping up with your Super Chats (4:10:03).
