Ariel Helwani opens with MMA news and a light segment on UFC memorabilia auctions, including a fan’s claim—backed by a receipt—that she purchased an Ilia Topuria-used corner stool for a reported $18,000, prompting discussion about the UFC selling what Helwani calls athletes’ low moments. Helwani also plays an interview clip of Dan Hooker addressing Israel Adesanya leaving City Kickboxing, with Hooker stressing support and saying he does not know Adesanya’s next training plans.
Brandon Royval joins to discuss his UFC 329 win over Lonnie Kavanagh, revealing he broke an ankle bone during the bout and underwent surgery within days. He describes cutting sparring three weeks early due to accumulated damage and talks about the pressure of a two-fight skid, his push to improve social-media engagement, and becoming a father.
Bruce Buffer details being hired by FIFA to announce World Cup matches alongside Michael Buffer and reflects on announcing at the White House UFC event, including a flyover during the national anthem.
Dustin Poirier addresses his recent airport incident, saying he faces a public intoxication misdemeanor, is about a month sober, and plans never to drink again. He says Bud Light terminated his deal immediately, credits the UFC for reaching out with support, and shares a personal update on his father’s homelessness and alcoholism.
Ryan Garcia previews his 12 September title defence against Conor Benn, criticises Oscar De La Hoya’s public comments about the bout’s appeal, says he would refuse any Zuffa Boxing uniform, and claims he has instructed a lawyer to sue Devin Haney’s camp over steroid-related allegations.
Ryan Garcia says that, even if he reached a deal with Zuffa Boxing, he would not accept a standardised fight kit. He argues that walk-out and attire are part of self-expression in boxing and says he would rather walk away from a contract than give up control of presentation.
Read this moment →Dustin Poirier tells Ariel Helwani he has stopped drinking since a recent airport incident, saying he is about a month sober and intends to abstain permanently. He frames the episode as a turning point in managing long-running mental health and alcohol-related issues.
Read this moment →Ryan Garcia alleges his promoter Oscar De La Hoya publicly undermined the upcoming Conor Benn bout by suggesting there is little interest, despite Golden Boy’s co-promoter role. Garcia says he has not spoken to De La Hoya since Mario Barrios fight week and questions why his promoter would talk down the event.
Read this moment →Ryan Garcia says he has instructed his lawyer to pursue legal action against Devin Haney’s camp over repeated public claims that Garcia is using performance-enhancing drugs and not submitting to testing. Garcia also makes broader allegations about how he believes his prior positive test was handled, without providing evidence during the interview.
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