Ariel Helwani

Henry Cejudo actually saved the flyweights. Like, an entire division. I feel like this should be a bigger deal. ”

Usually, you become a star and then a champion. ”

I honestly don't understand how people don't enjoy watching Ryan Hall compete. I genuinely love every minute of his fights. They are different and fun. I'm captivated the entire time. ”

I love Wednesdays. ”

Bethe Correia is really wacky, but I love it. ”

I know he's not an MMA fighter, but can we just talk about how great Deontay Wilder is? He's must-see TV. Not since Mike Tyson has boxing had an American heavyweight who could hit like him... and talk like him, too. I love his interviews, his demeanor, his fighting style... the whole package. ”

I don't love the term gatekeeper because it feels like there's a negative connotation attached to it, so I prefer to go with litmus test. ”

Well, the Cris Cyborg-UFC relationship has mercifully come to an end. The ending was ugly and unfortunate, but I can't say I'm too torn up about it. ”

I love journalism. ”

I don't think we can fully understand just how much pressure is on these fighters' shoulders once they win the UFC title. It's a grind just to get to the title fight. You're not earning a lot of money, and the sport takes a real toll on your body. And then once you get the belt, you've got an army of fighters coming for you right away. ”