Five Rounds With Brett Okamoto

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Sinopsis

ESPN's Brett Okamoto brings in the top athletes and media members in MMA for weekly insider discussion on headlines, predictions, and much more.

Episodios

  • Israel Adesanya, Georges St-Pierre, Junior dos Santos

    17/03/2021 Duración: 01h23min

    On this week’s episode, Ariel talks to Israel Adesanya in his first interview since his loss to Jan Blachowicz two weeks ago. (6:48) They discuss went wrong at UFC 259, his regrets from the fight, whether he’ll move up in weight classes ever again, who will be next for him at 185 and more. Then, the legendary Georges St-Pierre stops by to talk about McGregor and Adesanya’s recent losses, talk that Kamaru Usman is the best welterweight champion of all-time, his relationship with Nick Diaz and joining Karate Combat. (41:01) Then, Junior dos Santos, in his first interview since leaving the UFC, discusses how he’s doing since parting ways with the company. (1:12:46) Ariel also talks about a couple big news stories that broke this week.

  • Leon Edwards' Eye Poke, Can MMA Gloves Be Fixed?, Lightweight/Welterweight Drama, & More

    15/03/2021 Duración: 01h08min

    On this week's episode, DC & Helwani discuss the unfortunate ending to Saturday night's Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad main event, whether MMA gloves can be fixed, and the difference between a no contest and a disqualification. They also discuss what should be next for Edwards and Muhammad coming off the fight and the rest of the welterweight division. Later, DC discusses his matchmaking prowess and the guys try to make sense of the lightweight division. They also discuss Julianna Peña's fiery promo on Amanda Nunes, Aljamain Sterling's recent comments, this weekend's Derek Brunson vs. Kevin Holland main event, Ben Askren training with Freddie Roach, and much more.

  • Jan Blachowicz, Darren Till, Julianna Peña

    10/03/2021 Duración: 01h12min

    We kick things off this week with UFC light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz. (5:33) Blachowicz talks about his big win over Israel Adesanya, what surprised him about the fight, fighting Glover Teixeira next and more. Then, Darren Till stops by to talk about Adesanya’s loss, his upcoming fight against Marvin Vettori and more. (24:55) And then, Julianna Peña cuts one of the all-time great promos in the history of the show. Seriously. Legendary stuff on Amanda Nunes. (50:29)

  • Adesanya's Failed Gamble, Yan/Sterling Controversy, Can Anyone Stop Nunes?

    08/03/2021 Duración: 01h11min

    On this week's episode, DC & Helwani dive deep into everything that happened at UFC 259 this weekend and the aftermath: Jan Blachowicz's big win, what went wrong for Israel Adesanya, can anyone beat Amanda Nunes, the future of the women's featherweight division, everything surrounding the Petr Yan DQ, how Aljamain Sterling behaved in the aftermath, Islam Makhachev’s flawless performance, Dominick Cruz's win, and more. They also discuss Leon Edwards-Belal Muhammad this weekend, the UFC parting ways with Junior dos Santos and Alistair Overeem, the end of one of the sport's best rivarlies, and much more. 

  • Israel Adesanya & Jan Blachowicz

    03/03/2021 Duración: 54min

    On this week's Helwani Show, Ariel talks to the two men who will be headlining UFC 259 on Saturday night: Jan Blachowicz and Israel Adesanya. First up, Blachowicz joins the show to discuss Adesanya's weight on fight night, life as a new father and champion and whether he feels like he's being disrespected leading up the title fight by the oddsmakers and fans. (3:59) Then, in a wide-ranging interview with Adesanaya, "The Last Style Bender" talks about why he's moving up to light heavyweight now, his future at 185, why he's coming in so light for this fight, Jon Jones, and much more. (19:48)

  • UFC 259 Mega-Preview, Defending Cyril Gane, What’s Up With Poirier-McGregor 3?

    01/03/2021 Duración: 01h04min

    DC & Helwani kick off this week’s show discussing the criticism Cyril Gane received after his win over Jairzinho Rozenstruik on Saturday night. Was it warranted? Where does he go from here? Then, the guys talk about a slew of title fights that were booked last week and what the bookings might mean for Poirier-McGregor 3, as well as Usman-Masvidal 2. After that, it’s UFC 259 talk, as the guys preview Saturday’s loaded pay-per-view card featuring three title fights -- headlined by Israel Adesanya vs. Jan Blachowicz for the UFC light heavyweight title -- and a plethora of interesting names.

  • Max Holloway, Dominick Cruz, Dan Hooker & Sage Northcutt

    24/02/2021 Duración: 01h13min

    A month after putting on a boxing clinic against Calvin Kattar, UFC featherweight star Max Holloway joins Ariel to discuss the win, why he loved fighting on ABC, if he’ll fight at 155 pounds again and much more. Then, former bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz talks about fighting Casey Kenney on the UFC 259 prelims (29:21), lightweight Dan Hooker joins from his extended quarantine (42:55) and ONE Championship’s Sage Northcutt reflects on his short time in the UFC (55:36). Plus, TST says goodbye (1:03:31).

  • Derrick Lewis’ Historic KO, Usman-Masvidal Drama, Colby Covington’s Next Move

    22/02/2021 Duración: 01h03min

    After Derrick Lewis’ impressive KO of Curtis Blaydes on Saturday, DC & Helwani discuss where “The Black Beast” fits into this exciting time for the UFC’s heavyweight division that includes Stipe Miocic vs. Francis Ngannou next month and Jon Jones’ impending heavyweight debut. Plus, the guys discuss the latest wrinkle in the potential Kamaru Usman-Jorge Masvidal rematch (39:42), Leon Edwards agreeing to fight Belal Muhammad and how Colby Covington must approach 2021 (47:53).

  • Leon Edwards & Curtis Blaydes

    17/02/2021 Duración: 51min

    Top UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards delivers a very strong message to Colby Covington after “Rocky” tells Ariel about his feelings regarding yet another canceled Khamzat Chimaev fight. Then, ahead of Saturday’s big heavyweight bout with Derrick Lewis, a brutally honest Curtis Blaydes discusses the stakes of the fight, why he doesn’t enjoy Lewis’ humor and his respect for teammate Cory Sandhagen (24:54).

  • Underrated Usman, Masvidal’s Revenge & Leon Edwards’ Next Move

    15/02/2021 Duración: 01h04min

    Another dominant welterweight title defense for Kamaru Usman leaves DC & Helwani wondering where “The Nigerian Nightmare” ranks among the greatest fighters of past and present. Plus, the guys discuss the “gift” Usman gave Jorge Masvidal postfight (16:18), who Leon Edwards must fight next month (39:44), Alexa Grasso’s boxing and what’s at stake for Saturday’s Curtis Blaydes vs. Derrick Lewis bout (49:37).    

  • Nathan Diaz Breaks Silence, Cory Sandhagen

    10/02/2021 Duración: 01h13min

    In his first interview since late 2019, UFC fan favorite Nathan Diaz tells Ariel how Conor McGregor messed up at UFC 257 against Dustin Poirier. Plus, he says who he hopes to fight next and how often he hopes to fight in 2021. Then, bantamweight contender Cory Sandhagen discusses his viral flying knee, his plans to take over the division and..."the art of war.”

  • Sandhagen’s Flying Knee, UFC 258: Teammate vs. Teammate, McGregor-Poirier 3?

    08/02/2021 Duración: 01h07min

    After watching a devastating knockout this past Saturday, DC & Helwani reconvene to discuss Corey Sandhagen’s incredible flying knee and what it means for his trajectory in the UFC’s bantamweight division. Plus, an inside look at he teammate vs. teammate showdown between Kamaru Usman and Gilbert Burns at Saturday’s UFC 258 (33:20) and the guys break down what should happen this year in the lightweight division, and where exactly Nate Diaz fits in all of this (42:38).

  • Peter Rosenberg on Winning 24/7 Belt & McGregor's Comeback

    03/02/2021 Duración: 39min

    After Ariel delivers the latest news and notes in MMA, New York City media mogul Peter Rosenberg joins to discuss winning WWE's prestigious 24/7 championship, Conor McGregor's transformation (28:45) and why he disapproved of Michael Chandler's Ric Flair impression. Stay Maj.

  • Dustin Poirier, Michael Chandler & Charles Oliveira

    01/02/2021 Duración: 01h11min

    In a special edition of The Helwani Show, top UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier joins Ariel to reflect on his UFC 257 win over Conor McGregor, later opening up about his future and why he dislikes fighting sometimes. Then, UFC newcomer Michael Chandler discusses his impressive debut, why he feels he's earned a shot at the division's best and how he hopes to capitalize on his momentum (28:52). And, the red-hot Charles Oliveira campaigns for a title shot (57:10).

  • Ben Askren, Jake Paul

    28/01/2021 Duración: 01h12s

    YouTube star Jake Paul speaks to Ariel for the first time in a wide-ranging conversation about Paul's decision to fight Ben Askren in a boxing match on April 17, why he's no longer interested in fighting Conor McGregor and his plans to "disrupt" boxing. But first, Askren, a former ONE Championship and Bellator champion, tells Ariel why he accepted the fight.

  • Next Steps for McGregor & Poirier, Chandler's Big Debut & John Kavanagh Exclusive

    25/01/2021 Duración: 01h39min

    After watching a wild UFC 257 unfold on Saturday night, DC & Helwani discuss Dustin Poirier's confidence gained during the fight, if Conor McGregor's nice guy persona is harming him in the cage, as well as Michael Chandler's statement win. Then, SBG Ireland's John Kavanagh tells Ariel whether he regrets anything from McGregor's fight camp and who he feels McGregor should fight next (1:07:25).

  • Helwani Island 2 feat. Action Bronson, John Kavanagh & ATT’s Mike Brown

    20/01/2021 Duración: 01h37min

    Conor McGregor’s coach at SBG Ireland, John Kavanagh, joins Ariel for their usual pre-fight chat to discuss McGregor’s maturation in and out of the Octagon, the team’s ambitious plans for 2021 and why McGregor’s motivations are different than they once were (1:01:17). Mike Brown, Dustin Poirier’s coach at American Top Team, then talks about Poirier’s evolution since 2014 and why they feel they’re prepared to beat McGregor this time around at UFC 257 (1:26:25). But before all that, another edition of Ariel Helwani’s MMA Show LIVE featuring Action Bronson, the return of the (controversial) Helwani Nose Trivia Challenge with NewYorkRic and TST, as well as a fan Q&A session.

  • Conor McGregor Interview, Max’s Masterpiece, Khabib’s “Decision” & UFC 257 Preview

    18/01/2021 Duración: 01h47min

    Conor McGregor joins Ariel in a sit-down interview to discuss his frustrations with not fighting more in 2020, his relationship with Dana White, why he feels he’s in the best shape of his life, how he envisions Saturday’s Dustin Poirier rematch going, if he’ll ever fight Khabib Nurmagomedov again and much more (1:05:58). But before that, DC & Helwani react to a record-breaking performance by Max Holloway and the results of White’s meeting with Khabib. Plus, a full UFC 257 preview.

  • Conor McGregor’s Boxing Coach, Max Holloway, Dan Hooker, Calvin Kattar

    13/01/2021 Duración: 01h02min

    Former UFC featherweight champion Max Holloway joins Ariel to discuss Saturday’s historic matchup with Calvin Kattar and also his UFC 251 loss to Alexander Volkanovski. Kattar then talks about his preparation for the fight and the state of the featherweight division. Lightweight Dan Hooker, set to face Michael Chandler in the UFC 257 co-main event, next discusses the booking of the fight, potentially fighting Nate Diaz one day, lessons from losing to Dustin Poirier and more (33:13). And lastly, Conor McGregor’s boxing coach, Phil Sutcliffe, reflects on his relationship with MMA’s biggest star (49:17).

  • UFC’s ABC Debut, Chandler vs. Hooker & Will Izzy vs. Jones Happen?

    11/01/2021 Duración: 01h08min

    A history-making UFC fight card this Saturday leads DC & Helwani to discuss the rapid growth of MMA and also the stakes for Max Holloway vs. Calvin Kattar. Then, the guys dive into the stalled Khamzat Chimaev and Leon Edwards fight, the booking of Michael Chandler and Dan Hooker for UFC 257 (30:20), Israel Adesanya’s light heavyweight title fight in March (41:40), Dana White’s upcoming meeting with Khabib Nurmagomedov and more.

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