UFC 318 preview, Jon Jones is 'back?' Dustin Poirier's legacy, Manny Pacquiao returns, voicemails, more | The Boys in the Back episode artwork

EPISODE · Jul 17, 2025 · 2H 47M

UFC 318 preview, Jon Jones is 'back?' Dustin Poirier's legacy, Manny Pacquiao returns, voicemails, more | The Boys in the Back

from The Ariel Helwani Show · host Ariel Helwani

The Boys in the Back kick off a stacked show with their reaction to Jon Jones' appearance at the ESPYS, stating he's 'back' and ready to fight at the White House (01:30).Then, they head down to the Big Easy, paying homage to the legendary career of Dustin Poirier ahead of his last dance against Max Holloway (10:53), before breaking down the UFC 318 main event in detail (24:22). They preview co-main event, Paulo Costa vs. Roman Kopylov, and the rest of the card, including the prelims (47:18).Next, they debut a brand new Fight Feasts (1:12:56), showcasing Cajun food, before turning attention to PFL Africa (1:29:09), Usyk-Dubois 2, and Manny Pacquiao's return from retirement against Mario Barrios (1:35:01).After making picks (1:40:39), they give their P4P hot sauce rankings (1:49:19), listen to your voicemails (2:06:35), and answer Super Chats (2:38:59).

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After paying homage to the legendary career of Dustin Poirier, The Boys in the Back preview UFC 318, then turn their attention to PFL Africa, Usyk-Dubois 2, and Manny Pacquiao's return. Plus, reaction to Jon Jones saying he's 'back,' P4P hot sauces, voicemails, Super Chats.

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