Despite the loss to Merab Dvalishvili, I think we saw the best Sean O’Malley we've ever seen at UFC 316. Then, I give you some behind-the-scenes stories on Kayla Harrison's hellacious weight cut, which ultimately didn't stop her from putting a beating on Julianna Pena. Plus, I’m officially taking back everything I’ve said about Amanda Nunes — she’s coming back to the UFC. And finally, I defend Patchy Mix after his lackluster UFC debut against Mario Bautista.

CHAPTERS:

• Sean O'Malley’s best fight ever (00:00)
• Incredible Kayla Harrison (07:30)
• Amanda Nunes is back (22:35)
• Patchy Mix’s UFC debut (31:51)

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It’s UFC 316 weekend! But I start with Jon Jones — and the only three options he has left. Plus, Sean Strickland admitted he turned down a fight with Caio Borralho, which concerns me.

Then, I explain how Julianna Pena can upset Kayla Harrison in the women’s bantamweight title fight. Also, what happens if Sean O’Malley loses to Merab Dvalishvili again? And finally, my official prediction for the bantamweight title rematch.

Chapters:

• Jones has three options (00:00)
• Matt Brown warned Jones (07:07)
• Strickland turned down fight with Borralho (20:07)
• How Pena can beat Harrison (27:47)
• Official prediction: Pena vs. Harrison (40:28)
• If O’Malley loses again (46:08)
• Official prediction: Dvalishvili vs. O’Malley 2 (53:55)

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Maycee Barber backed out of the Erin Blanchfield fight at the last possible second, and on today’s episode I tell you what actually happened. Then, I explain why the stakes for Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O’Malley 2 are far bigger than you could ever imagine. And, Ariel Helwani and I disagree over what I recently said about Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria, but I still think everyone misunderstood me. So, I clear things up again.

After that, Michael Chandler is still pining away for the Conor McGregor fight, and I’ve got a strong message to deliver to Chandler that I hope he takes to heart. And, Arman Tsarukyan took a shot at Paddy Pimblett saying his career is “built on handouts, hype, and shortcuts to the top,” but is it true? Plus, Don Frye gave some advice to Alex Pereira, and I tell you my thoughts on that.

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CHAPTERS:

• Barber backed out of Blanchfield fight (00:00)
• Stakes for Dvalishvili vs. O’Malley 2 (08:52)
• What I said about Makhachev and Topuria (16:25)
• Chandler is still pining for McGregor (28:09)
• Tsarukyan says Pimblett's career built on handouts (35:04)
• Don Frye’s advice to Pereira (45:31)

Fans are so frustrated with the Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall saga that they’ve started signing a petition to strip Jones of his UFC title. But I still believe the fight is going to happen. Plus, Aspinall teased some big news today — I’ll tell you what it was.

Then, a lot of fighters are suddenly talking about their legacies, and I need to weigh in. Also, Ian Machado Garry called out Khamzat Chimaev — it may not mean much right now, but I still like it. And finally, my conversation with Muhammad Mokaev, who discusses his life since the UFC released him.

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Chapters:

• Why do you care less about Jones vs. Aspinall? (00:00)
• Aspinall’s big news (09:31)
• Fighters' legacies (17:53)
• Garry called out Chimaev (23:19)
• Muhammad Mokaev interview (30:25)

Nate Diaz was in a brawl in Thailand? I react to that video, plus I tell you why I believe Diaz is totally serious when he hints about returning to the UFC. And Conor McGregor says he's in serious talks to buy OnlyFans, but I don't believe him. Plus, Arman Tsarukyan apparently likes the idea of fighting Paddy Pimblett. I like the matchup as well, but I have one major issue with it.

Meanwhile, while clearing up my feud with Islam Makhachev, I found out what’s next for Justin Gaethje. Plus, Sean O’Malley is reportedly training with Demetrious Johnson ahead of his rematch with Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 316, and you have no idea how badly I want to see that in-person. And, my reaction to Dvalishvili revealing he broke his toe just two weeks ahead of the fight. And finally, Jon Anik thinks Belal Muhammad will face Shavkat Rakhmonov next.

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CHAPTERS:

• Nate Diaz brawl in Thailand (00:00)
• Diaz is serious about returning (07:56)
• McGregor in talks to buy OnlyFans (18:08)
• Issue with Tsarukyan vs. Pimblett (28:31)
• Next for Justin Gaethje (40:49)
• O’Malley training with D.J.(52:02)
• Dvalishvili broke his toe (01:00:56)
• Jon Anik reports Muhammad vs. Rakhmonov (01:08:52)

Could Ilia Topuria become the UFC’s first three-division champion? His brother thinks so, and I tell you whether I think thats even possible. Then, my reaction to the news that Topuria has left his gym and longtime team. And, there’s a very real rivalry between Paddy Pimblett and Topuria—and somehow, some way, we need to see that fight. Also, you all are accusing me of calling Islam Makhachev a coward for avoiding Topuria, and I’m here to clap back at you all. Plus, I’m enjoying how Jon Jones is trolling all of us!

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Chapters:

• Topuria’s brother thinks Ilia could be triple champ (00:00)
• Topuria split with his team (13:22)
• We need Topuria vs. Pimblett (24:59)
• I called Makhachev a coward ...? (33:40)
• Enjoying Jones trolling (43:41)
• Rob Whittaker on Jones vs. Aspinall (48:31)

Is Jon Jones the biggest troll in UFC history? I begin with that. Then, with no news on a light heavyweight title rematch coming, I'm wondering if Alex Pereira actually wants the fight against Magomed Ankalaev. And after last week's slew of fight announcements, do we think Paddy Pimblett could face Ilia Topuria after the Spaniard fights Oliveira? Also, Topuria says Islam Makhachev ran from away from him, but is that the truth? And while Conor McGregor continues teasing a UFC return, I’m wondering fighters even want to bother fighting a much older-looking McGregor.

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Chapters:

• Jones the biggest troll in UFC history? (00:00)
• Does Pereira want the fight? (09:45)
• Matchup questions (18:26)
• Did Makhachev run from Topuria? (26:12)
• McGregor continues teasing return (36:06)

On today’s episode, I begin by explaining what Ariel Helwani is misunderstanding about Islam Makhachev's move to 170 lbs. Then, Khamzat Chimaev is favored to beat Dricus du Plessis -- should he be? And Valentina Shevchenko has responded to my criticism! Plus, people are blaming Jon Jones, but there’s still no evidence that he’s the one holding up the fight with Tom Aspinall. And later, what should Barstool’s Robbie Fox do with the money Dana White gave him for his wedding? And, my thoughts on the Kyle Snyder situation.

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Chapters:

• Ariel Helwani is wrong (00:00)
• What's happening at lightweight (06:34)
• Chimaev favored over Du Plessis (12:36)
• Offering to help Shevchenko (18:02)
• The truth about Jon Jones (22:26)
• Dana White gave Robbie Fox money for his wedding (26:33)
• Kyle Snyder (31:40)