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The Boys in the Back kick off the show by reacting to Nassourdine Imavov pulling up to Las Vegas to confront Sean Strickland, as well as Strickland calling for a bigger payday to defend his UFC middleweight title (03:43). Then, they cover the nasty back-and-forth between Jon Jones and Colby Covington (47:51) and other news and notes (55:24), including Devin Haney and Shakur Stevenson agreeing to fight, Petr Yan teasing a featherweight run, and Joe Rogan re-upping with Spotify for big money. The Boys preview this weekend's fights (1:10:22), make picks (1:27:09), and deliver their P4P three-letter-acronyms (1:28:13). The show closes with your voicemails (1:49:14) and Super Chats (2:41:37).

The Boys in the Back are back kick off the show by sifting through the fallout from the Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua press conference (04:45) and covering recent news and notes (15:48). Then, they debate whether UFC 332 is the worst numbered event in UFC history and preview the card (34:33), before touching on other combat taking place this weekend (1:32:26). Next, they make picks (1:34:30) and deliver their lists of P4P Kings (1:35:14). Finally, the show concludes with your voicemails (1:52:49) and Super Chats (2:36:46).

The Boys in the Back react to the major announcement of Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua throwing down in the UK (03:06). Then, NewYorkRic is forced to eat crow for perhaps his worst take (27:50) and the Boys preview a weekend that includes UFC Vegas 121 (1:02:55), BKFC 94 (1:11:57), and some boxing action (1:17:27). After making picks (1:23:31), they cover news and notes (1:25:18), then deliver their P4P catchphrases (1:38:54). The show wraps up with your voicemails (2:02:33) and Super Chats (2:25:32).

The Boys in the Back are filling in on Monday, being joined by Petesy Carroll to recap all the UFC 331 action. But first, Ariel Helwani gives his thoughts on the card (02:56). After praising Joshua Van for a masterful performance, the lads discuss his ceiling and star potential, his looming meeting with Manel Kape, where Alexandre Pantoja goes from here, and more (26:44). Then, they react to Arman Tsarukyan's knockout of Mauricio Ruffy, presumably earning Arman a title shot (1:00:47), and Sean Sharaf turning the MMA world on its head with his shocking upset of Gable Steveson (1:24:17). Next, they touch on the rest of the card (2:00:23), before turning attention to the newly-announced UFC 334 fights (2:15:59). Finally, they cover news and notes, including Michael Morales and Ian Machado Garry teasing a fight (2:34:54), Paulo Costa calling for his UFC contract to come to an end (2:37:54), more chirping between Terence Crawford and Ryan Garcia, and more (2:42:22). The show concludes with your Super Chats (2:50:05).

The Boys in the Back begin the show by covering news and notes, starting with the latest on the Ali Revival Act and Nico Ali Walsh's efforts to make changes (03:57). Then, they preview UFC 331, including Joshua Van vs. Alexandre Pantoja as a potential Fight of the Year (14:06), what's at stake for Arman Tsarukyan, whether Ilia Topuria reemerging hurts Arman's chances at a title shot (43:04), and more. After making picks (1:29:48), The Boys deliver their P4P "Oh wow, congrats," listen to your voicemails (2:11:39), and answer your Super Chats (2:43:47).

The Boys in the Back start the show with news and notes, including Ilia Topuria being "ready to fight" (05:10), UFC fighters speaking at the 2026 Republican Midterm Convention (16:06), the beef between Terence Crawford and 'Boots' Ennis (19:17), and more (25:19). Then, they recap Super RIZIN 5, which featured the RIZIN x PFL title fight between Razhabali Shaydullaev and A.J. McKee (27:08). Next, they discuss Dana White's priorities during a busy weekend for TKO (41:57) and preview Noche UFC (54:17), as well as Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn (1:33:15). Finally, the Boys make picks (1:45:35), deliver their P4P Noches (1:47:55), listen to your voicemails (2:12:52), and answer your Super Chats (2:51:42).

The Boys in the Back kick off the show by covering the latest in the Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury saga (03:18) and other news and notes (15:34). Then, they preview UFC Paris (35:32), including whether it's too soon for Salahdine Parnasse to face Dan Hooker and their pick for the most disrespected UFC fighter, before talking about the other combat sports action going down this weekend (1:26:47) and making picks (1:37:26). Finally, they deliver their P4P debuts (1:40:40), listen to your voicemails (1:56:01) and answer your Super Chats (2:39:45).

The Boys in the Back serve up a brand new show, starting with some news and notes. They cover Bella Mir’s first statement after her Contender Series loss and her mother’s apology (04:04), Kevin Holland addressing speculation about him being the $11 million man (09:53), Josh Hokit taking aim at Tom Aspinall (17:51), Usman Nurmagomedov turning down big money from the PFL (48:30), and more. After breaking down the escalating beef between Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov (50:59), they dive into Nurmagomedov’s fight against Song Yadong at UFC Shanghai and the rest of the card (1:02:48). Next, they preview the rest of the weekend’s fight, including Mike Perry vs. Dillon Danis, BKFC at Fenway Park, Moses Itauma vs. Filip Hrgovic, and Mikaela Mayer vs. Chantelle Cameron (1:36:09), and make picks (1:44:37). Plus, a brand new Fight Feasts, featuring Shanghainese food (1:46:00), P4P Chinese takeout (02:07:31), voicemails (2:21:21), and Super Chats (3:13:01).

The Boys in the Back return from their break, starting the show with reaction to Yair Rodriguez pulling out of his fight against Jean Silva (02:41) and the drama surrounding Namo Fazil (05:00). Then, they settle the debate about MMA's GOAT (14:53) and preview a packed weekend that includes UFC Sacramento (45:23), PFL Tampa (1:03:54), Teofimo Lopez vs. Rolly Romero (1:07:39), Amanda Serrano in action (1:08:32), and RAF 12 (1:10:12). Plus, they make picks (1:14:17), deliver the long-awaited Rod Talk (1:16:03), listen to voicemails (1:34:33), and answer your Super Chats (2:08:58).

The Boys in the Back react to major breaking news that Most Valuable Promotions and the Professional Fighters League have merged, discussing the implications for the industry and the new joint promotion (03:39). After playing Ariel Helwani's reaction to the merger (11:13), they cover other news and notes, including the latest on Anthony Smith's arrest (1:06:04), the purse bid for Devin Haney vs. Keyshawn Davis (1:18:00), and more (1:21:36). Next, they preview UFC Belgrade (1:25:17), PFL New York (1:45:48), and WWE SummerSlam (1:53:15), and make picks (1:58:52). Plus, a brand new Fight Feasts featuring Serbian food (2:03:09), P4P sharks (2:26:57), voicemails (2:36:40), and Super Chats (3:21:39). Interns Josh and Jack say goodbye to close out the show (3:36:35).

The Boys in the Back start the show by covering news and notes, including Devin Haney signing with DAZN (02:58), and more UFC fight announcements (11:16). Then, they preview a wild combat sports weekend, that features UFC Abu Dhabi (24:30), PFL Washington D.C. (1:03:59), Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua in action, but not against each other (1:07:51), Karate Combat 62 (1:20:25), BKFC in Uruguay (1:21:40), and more. Finally, The Boys makes picks (1:27:16), deliver the P4P chips (1:30:58), listen to voicemails (1:52:36), and answer your Super Chats (2:32:21).

The Boys in the Back are back from Las Vegas and kick off the show by reacting to Conor McGregor calling for his UFC 329 fight to be deemed a No Contest (03:14), as well as other news and notes (06:40). Then, they discuss the growing star power of Paddy Pimblett, including a ranking of UFC's biggest stars (12:12), and preview a weekend that includes UFC OKC (40:47), PFL Austin (1:18:10), and RAF 11(1:20:29). Finally the Boys make picks (1:24:32), deliver their P4P broadcast graphics errors (1:26:56), listen to your voicemails (1:55:34), and answer your Super Chats (2:31:32).

The Boys in the Back quickly cover some news and notes (06:38), before reacting to Terence Crawford's response to Conor McGregor, who claims the pair were offered $200 million for a two-fight — one MMA, one boxing — deal (11:49). They also recap Jon Jones speaking on a variety of topics (26:17) and predict who could be the next American UFC champion (35:37). Plus, the Boys deliver their P4P lists of greatest American moments (46:27), listen to your voicemails (1:19:04), and answer your Super Chats (1:52:05).

The Boys in the Back cover some news and notes (05:17), including Ilia Topuria's return (15:04), before breaking down the latest drama regarding the UFC's heavyweight title picture (22:36). When will we see Tom Aspinall again? Could Josh Hokit end up getting a title shot? Plus, they preview UFC Baku (38:53) and PFL San Diego (58:26) and speak to LFA 235 winner Liam "The Iowan Lion" Aunan (1:09:08). Finally, the Boys deliver their P4P worst fight tattoos (1:42:52), make picks (2:08:19), listen to your voicemails (2:10:38), and answer your Super Chats (2:43:50).

The Boys in the Back kick off the show with news and notes, including reports of Zabit Magomedsharipov grappling Dan Hooker, Daniel Cormier addressing his social media being hacked, UFC 330 fight announcements, and more (16:25) Then, they react to Conor McGregor's interview with Ariel Helwani, honing in on his comments about Ilia Topuria, and Topuria's recent comments about McGregor as well. Is this the fight to make (39:48)? After previewing UFC Vegas 119 (1:03:25), they make picks (1:36:56) and deliver their P4P things worth waiting for (1:38:14). The show ends with your voicemails (2:05:55) and Super Chats (2:54:39).