Ariel Helwani's MMA Show

Tony Ferguson explains to Ariel why he believes Khabib Nurmagomedov is "running away" from him, why the highly-anticipated fight won't ever happen, and if he's willing to face top contender Justin Gaethje at UFC 249 (5:05). UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic also gives the latest on his injured eye and discusses his role in combating the coronavirus as a part-time firefighter (43:31). Plus, professional wrestling titan Triple H on why WrestleMania 36 is a go (19:36), Ariel delivers his thoughts on UFC 249 (11:44), and TST gives his "Minimalist Tip of the Week" (1:01:13).

Due to travel restrictions, the UFC 249 headliner between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Tony Ferguson looks like it won't happen...again. Daniel Cormier and Ariel discuss who should replace Khabib and why the UFC is so devoted to salvaging the event. Plus, DC builds his dream 249 card (21:28) and the guys each explain why they're worried about Jon Jones following his latest arrest, and if they think Jones is capable of changing (33:06). Oh yeah, and DC talks about the time he spent five days in jail.

WrestleMania 36 is still a go, despite mass cancellations in the sporting world. PostWrestling.com's John Pollock joins Ariel to discuss WWE's decision-making under these circumstances, the logistics behind producing the taped two-day WrestleMania event and how Vince McMahon has handled this situation better than Dana White. Plus, the guys talk about the wrestling careers of former UFC fighters Cain Velasquez and Shayna Baszler (24:16) and the new Chris Benoit documentary before TST gives his "Minimalist Tip of the Week" (47:03).

Daniel Cormier rejoins Ariel and together the two discuss the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the UFC's future, as well as DC's own fighting future (13:20). Plus, DC talks about the evolution of Khabib Nurmagomedov before revealing his epic plan to keep UFC 249 afloat (27:30). The guys also give some recommendations for all-time fights to watch (48:52).

With three UFC fight cards postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the UFC finds itself in flux. NewYorkRic and Marc Raimondi join Ariel to discuss the UFC's commitment to holding on when every other sport decided to shut down. Plus, they wonder if Leon Edwards will get the Tyron Woodley fight taken away (23:20), if the UFC could then justify a Colby Covington/Woodley fight, if UFC 249 will happen (36:34) and if all of this craziness could lead to a Conor McGregor/Khabib Nurmagomedov fight faster than we expected. And, everyone shares their own experiences with social distancing and TST gives his "Minimalist Tip of the Week."