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This episode features an interview with UFC fighter Aljamain Sterling. They discuss Sterling's recent debut in Karate Combat, his thoughts on the new unified rules in MMA, his rivalry with Movsar Evloev and potential title shot implications, as well as his take on the Jake Paul vs. Alex Pereira callout and Muhammad Mokaev's release from the UFC.
The hosts then preview the upcoming UFC Abu Dhabi event, analyzing the main event between Corey Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov, other notable fights like Vera vs. Figueredo, and Tony Ferguson's attempt to end his losing skid against Michael Chiesa.
They also look ahead to the Terence Crawford vs. Bakhram Mujidov boxing match and the PFL Playoffs, highlighting Dakota Ditcheva as a potential breakout star. The "On the Nose" segment covers a wide range of topics from fighter quotes and entrance music to hamburger preferences and hypothetical scenarios.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Aljamain Sterling provided insights into his upcoming fight against Movsar Evloev, his potential path to a title shot, and the Muhammad Mokaev situation.
- The hosts previewed the stacked UFC Abu Dhabi card, analyzing the bantamweight main and co-main events among other notable matchups.
- Boxing star Terence Crawford's move up to 154 lbs against Bakram Mujidov and the start of the PFL Playoffs were also previewed.
- The 'On the Nose' segment covered a wide array of MMA topics from fighter entrances and music to food preferences and hypothetical scenarios.
- Betting picks were provided for the UFC, boxing and PFL events taking place that weekend.
- The hosts provided colorful commentary and analysis throughout the show.
- Sterling promoted the launch of his new rum brand 'Funk Harbor' in celebration of his Jamaican heritage.
- There was discussion around the potential for the UFC to return to Atlanta for an event in the future.
Top Episodes Quotes
“Andy Cruz and his fight against Moran. I'm going to take it to go to a decision. I said like what, 135 and nine. In his amateur career he only had ten knockouts.“ by GC
― This quote highlights the host's rationale behind one of his betting picks for the upcoming boxing card featuring Andy Cruz vs. Isaac Dogboe, providing insight into his prediction process.“The Max Holloway point from Timo. The Max Holloway from wishd great, great value, Max Holloway point. Like, that's what it is. Like, no one will ever be able to do it as cool as him.“ by GC
― This amusing quote discusses Max Holloway's iconic in-fight taunting, comparing attempts by others to replicate it as inferior "great value" versions, showcasing the hosts' tendency for colorful analysis.
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The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani
SB Nation
7/31/24
Aljamain Sterling around (5:52) discusses his Karate Combat debut, the new MMA rules, a birthday social post by Movsar Evloev,
Evloev’s popularity around (49:09), what’s at stake for the fight at UFC 307, the UFC Abu Dhabi main event, the first staredown between Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O’Malley, Jake Paul vs. Alex Pereira, Muhammad Mokaev’s issues with the UFC, and more.
GC and NYRic then around (1:03:18) take a closer look at UFC Abu Dhabi, the main event, if Tony Ferguson will end his skid, and other top storylines on Saturday’s card.
They then around (1:15:43) turn their attention to Terence Crawford’s clash in Los Angeles and the latest PFL card Friday night.
In the latest edition of On the Nose around (1;21:06), they discuss Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall, Muhammad Mokaev’s UFC issues, Ben Roethlisberger’s third down miscues, MMA trades, which UFC fighter should do The Challenge, best hamburgers, best walkout entrances, and more.
The parlay pals around (2:42:07) make their latest selection, and GC names his picks for the upcoming weekend.
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