The MMA Hour: Alexander Volkanovski, Aljamain Sterling, Miesha Tate, and more | Jan. 17, 2022

The Mixed Martial Arts Hour is back in your life! Below is a rundown of Monday’s show, which begins at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT / 6 p.m. GMT.
00:00 Standby
01:03 Intro
04:25 Calvin Kattar takes a look back at his bloody main event against Giga Chikadze and what he wants next.
18:48 Miesha Tate will discuss her flyweight debut against Lauren Murphy in May.
41:48 I’ll discuss the UFC’s first event of the year and more around the combat sports world.
1:07:47 UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling will discuss his upcoming rematch with Petr Yan that was recently moved back to UFC 273.
2:00:53 Michael Page will discuss his newly announced Bellator welterweight title shot against champion Yaroslav Amosov.
2:29:04 GC will look back at his best bets from UFC Vegas 46.
3:01:55 UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski will discuss his upcoming title defense against Chan Sung Jung and more.
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[@nsald6454]

We need TONY FERGUSON on this show 🙏

[@memo2995]

He always does it with his camera off tho

[@picklecage5488]

What we need is Bryce Mitchell again! I need more ThugNasty 💪

[@brendenwarren1808]

@@picklecage5488 love thug nasty 💪🏼💯

[@DracoXp]

That part

[@chickity2]

^^^^^

[@tremendous4194]

Man Alex Volk is truly coming into his own, You can tell his starting to feel more and more comfortable with the whole media thing. Which lets be honest is abit hard for us Aussies. Love ya champ, True gentlemen. Wish the UFC pushed him more.

[@freelyspeaking3629]

G’day from the Gold Coast mate

[@GarryM180]

Why does Aljo argue vs hypothetical arguments? 1:37:40 is the funniest of the 100 examples in his interview. This man makes a statement, then comes up with a counter argument by himself that nobody else is saying, then acts like the counter argument is so stupid that he cant comprehend why someone would think that....even though nobody thinks that. For someone who "doesnt care what people have to say" he sure does spend a lot of time imagining hypothetical things that people might say to take away from him. smh

[@langtryvlogme]

Oh man I agree 🤣 He also sounds soooo bitter all the time

[@joeye7518]

He is trying to find some reason to complain about nothing, that's all. The victim is strong with Aljo.

[@joeyoung7446]

Awesome interview with Volk. Respect to the champ.

[@simpluba]

Volkanovski is very smart,the next superstar in UFC

[@derek234]

🧢

[@bjj4645]

@@derek234 derek.

[@derek234]

@@bjj4645 ?

[@derek234]

@Stew BonBon exactly!!!!!! I mean I gained a ton of respect for him after the Ortega fight but he's no superstar

[@umeriftikhar4103]

@@derek234 I think he is good enough at fighting to balance that persona trait kind of like Khabib or Gane !

[@nikolamiljkovic6069]

can't respect Volk more, an amazing champ

[@hischam0698]

He’s gonna be 3-0 against the goat featherweight that’s actually hilarious🤣

[@lukeh355]

You know what he means.

[@hischam0698]

@@jonathansoko1085 stfu lol Max beat him twice

[@Tbo69]

@@hischam0698 yes max did beat off his daddy volk 2 times u are correct

[@jw1714]

Aljo talking about how you need a whole stacked card in order to sell, just goes to show he doesn’t understand why self promotion is so vital to building a fan base

[@jjsavior]

Um where did he say that because I didn't hear it. He said what the ufc always does in all their cards. Which is put more than one good fight.

[@SuperBlueMoonWA]

Ah but you understand 🤣

[@destroyerofmorons]

@Dingle berry McDo NO! HE DIDNT REACH THE PINNACLE OF S HIT I DIOT!

[@shoeby9273]

@Dingle berry McDo blame mcnuggets

[@shoeby9273]

@@destroyerofmorons he's 22-3 not counting his fight with Yan. I don't even like Aljamain but y'all sound like some schizophrenics every time someone says something good about him. man is a professional, you're a bum.

[@iPodLemoned]

Ariel you should get Yan and Sayat on the show.

[@everyoneisonsteroids2720]

Calvin Kattar is a class act!

[@tech1238]

Great show 👍 thanks

[@traveladdicts9083]

I love to watch it one day later at work haha 🙂

[@NateBjorge]

My fav part of the show is whenever Ariel is confused about what's happening

[@lugzj3696]

Volk is one of my favourite human beings. Such a good dude!

[@rickjones5399]

Yan is kinda annoying with the hold ups. He's done it many times now for the past 2 years

[@ericdoolin6808]

2:36:05 we lost a main event of a fight night that Anthony Smith and Devin Clark headlined. They were originally supposed to be the comain. I think it was supposed to be Santos vs Texeira

[@irvingfr33]

Aljo Champ Champ 2022.

[@markosavic7465]

2:35:55 Usman Burns fell out the first time, Masvidal stepped up on 6 days no?

[@derekgardner1861]

Correct

[@618Prospect]

I appreciate Sterling for hitting us with that rant. Much needed.

[@sunnyvaletrailerpark4725]

Love this show so much. Thanks for doing it

[@Nayfeee]

Double Dragon Helwani, what a great game that was man!

[@lukeharrison6351]

Took a quick 6 minute break to look up kendra lust. Aaaaand back to the show

[@DeezNutz617]

This was the absolute best Monday show since new york rick was no where in it!

[@flampard30]

Whats the music at the end?

[@ericrenediaz6670]

Ariel with the moves 🕺

[@kamenninov1405]

What an INTRO!!! This is how you are supposed to open a show!

[@donz4real]

Last time I said well done ariel has become a boss. NOW a lord....keep grinding so happy 4 u

[@adamroysdon9858]

Kattar came back with a vengeance to proof styles make fight and he is def one win from a title shot and with a showing like he shown against an opponent like that I wouldn't be mad if got one next

[@reillyhomie3787]

Volk has become so likable I’ve become a huge fan of the dude since the Ortega fight. I genuinely can’t wait for his fight with TKZ.

[@ZepplinOnFire]

As always, great show. Thanks Ariel.

[@MrAscollier]

We love you, Ariel! Making the world a better place, ya are!

[@IDontCare-mo1tp]

Where’s mma timeline for the ppv’s please?

[@codyco9992]

Those action figures are dope! 🔥

[@JPS690]

Iron Mike Sharpe name drop, wow, respect👊

[@Jimmy_Salvesen]

I have no fath. What Are we then. Whats our thing to stride with ,We deserve a little good words for is to. I think many fans Will love that 🤗 Keep up the good work 💪✌️

[@nyfolkhero]

MVP 🔥

[@NikulPrasad]

2:03:11 “Common MVP you tried to stand me up” whilst he dances 💀🤣

[@420indigo]

Would love to hear the old aljo kelleher songs if theyre still out there somewhere hahaha

[@jjsavior]

You guys can say why you want but there is a trend in the way the UFC treats guys like Francis, Leon, Aljo, even Usman before he proved himself by being dominant. They all got the same story about how rhe ufc treats them.How long they had to wait, the opponents they had to fight.

[@walterkaiyuenpang3556]

Where does Tony Ferguson fit in all of this ?

[@infrared6973]

@@walterkaiyuenpang3556 ferguson is washed obviously and i dint think anyone expects him to win another fight

[@BigChooch8787]

Aljo really trying to talk himself into thinking he can beat petr

[@funkspinna]

That's what Paper Champs do.

[@mohawkaktownwarrior2540]

Dude is a damn joke. "They don't make stringbean arms like that anymore" GTFOH.

[@BURDYMAN777]

This didn't age well 😂

[@NateBjorge]

Did Calvin get in another fight after Giga?

[@donz4real]

Them moves ariel, hit em up. Nice

[@dantedavis7529]

Can anyone tell me why Ariel has a picture of Virna Jandiroba on his wall😂

[@birddawgsl5224]

Miesha's pictures need to be straightened up, its killing me

[@hayden1421]

Hope MVP manages to win the belt, complete shithouse and I love him for it

[@steveborn7500]

Your names Hayden burrows fgs lol no one cares what you hope

[@allenmessmer2508]

She might even be able to go down two weight classes I guess she'll have to see how 125 goes and then go from there. I dig miesha Tate though and I'm a neighbor of hers I'm in Seattle Washington or at least she was training in Spokane when she won the title against Holly Holm I went to a big bar for that fight it was so awesome I was stoked when she won.

[@theredpoweranger]

tuned in for Alex Volk

[@MADDOGLIAM97]

Can't wait for Chael and Ariel to come visit Scotland, invite me over to your land guys 🤣

[@HD6SOCCER]

Can someone ask khamzat where is kutataladze. He has a win over gamrot and we haven’t seen him since lol

[@235PyRo]

All hail Lord Heilwani! May he guide us to victory in battle along side the great Lord Chael!

[@DeezNutz617]

Calvin is the man!! Will always be betting on new england cartel!

[@robmair321]

Man hearing Ariel trying to say Aberdeenshire 😂🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@joshloreto2676]

Why isn't Ariel bringing up that Randy couture called Dana and got an instant title shot while being retired

[@jsbpwr]

Calvin Kattar 4:32 Miesha Tate 19:02 The champ Aljamain Sterling 1:07:05 MVP 1:59:58 The interim champ Alexander Volkanovski 3:02:15

[@picklecage5488]

Wtf?

[@MrDangleSnipeCelly12]

The interim LOOL

[@stevegreusome9961]

Calvin "Barakar" Kattar. A career ending reiteration for his apponent.

[@muhammadamzarzamirbinabuba9546]

Calvin Kattar is great!!!

[@EnergeticGiraffes]

The reaction from chat as soon as Aljo came on @1:07:33 Lmao

[@colesmatteo]

somebody has to tell GC it is amanda *noo-nez* not *noon-yez*.

[@technodromen]

Volk is coming for the p4p & fighter of the year!

[@Clickonbio]

I wanted to see Cejudo on here to plead his case. HE is right on all points. IF Conner, GSP, Khabib wanted to come back and contend for a belt Dana would consider it. Cejudo is being disrespected! He has built his brand while he was retired. Volkanovski and Cejudo trying to do something that nobody has done! Will sell PPVs One Milly. Zombie does not deserve a shot at the belt.

[@TheTimeTicker]

CEJUDO IS RETIRED. HE WOULD NEED TO ENTER THE USADA TESTING POOL FOR 6 MONTHS BEFORE HE WOULD BE ELIGIBLE TO FIGHT. HOW ARE PEOPLE NOT AWARE OF THIS? SURE CONOR GETS SPECIAL TREATMENT. BUT THIS SITUATION IS DIFFERENT.

[@MrDangleSnipeCelly12]

@@TheTimeTicker wouldnt be the first time theyve let someone skip the 6 month testing

[@101commentary]

Henry doesn't draw numbers. It's business, they don't lie

[@SuperBlueMoonWA]

Hes not a draw. No one cares about him

[@Clickonbio]

@KieranGunnOfficial I hear you, but i think the fact that he is going for 3 belts in 3 different weight classes is history in the making and he should be comended for even wanting to attempt that. It will draw more attention to want to watch.

[@jonathanjimenez9723]

Cause ur a good man with great work ethic. I hold like a booble head of u signed now how great would that be the voice of mma. Please tech back areil

[@LinkInBi00]

3:39:50

[@chrisophone]

Looks like aljo carries that belt everywhere, he's really proud 👎😆

[@777lando4]

Ariel Helwani just quoted Kevin Gates and stood up and danced at the desk in the same interview. this is either the best or darkest timeline lol

[@asimpleviewer5307]

MVP 4 the UFC!!!!!PLEASE!!!!!!!

[@andrewg9093]

Ariel trying to say aberdeen 😂😂

[@patwalsh1045]

maximum levels of copium here between miesha tate and aljamain sterling, we're only missing kevin lee and cody garbrandt and we can a full on denial of reality episode

[@bittmanbobby]

When is Ariel gonna change the show's title from MMA Hour to Almost 4 MMA Hours?

[@618Prospect]

Sterling right we know who is on stuff. It’s all noticeable.

[@ranthaman7579]

Share some names. I'm interested

[@ate5ive866]

@@ranthaman7579 I honestly think Izzy is, I like him but his gyno is coming back, you can see on his vlog channel, I think alot of guys (and women... esp Brazillian ones lol) are but it comes with territory some what.

[@alexortiz5660]

We love you Ariel. You represent the little guys.

[@JSmooove98]

?

[@KyleJames-]

calvin shoulda been the caption. More clicks 💯

[@robbattlecryawesome8549]

Alex is right and Ariel is on point all show.

[@PowerScissor]

Does Ariel talk about Kevin Iole?

[@mmadaily4649]

Yea 1:46 your mum

[@adacPROKYON]

"you look like you could fight this week" ... "yeah but next year is better"

[@Gglsucksbigballz]

Ariel is that guy wearing the football jersey screaming at the TV “we” almost had that! And, his wife is like “We?” When did you make the team?

[@Schnitzer325ci]

Miesha sounds like she's on a roll to finishing her career off 😕

[@artemlobov4239]

Hell yes aljo callin out useless usada!

[@rp9592]

Gr8 show today except aljamain

[@stevegreusome9961]

Yadal in the how.

[@CoilClout]

Aljo, you do not go IN long island, it is something you are ON ;)

[@jasminefox44]

We Need daiz

[@zoranhorvat9903]

"The Great Macedonian"!! (Veliki Makedonac!!)

[@nv6152]

Tommy totals!

[@kyanpepper92teller97]

Sterling just complains about so much

[@ThePowerhouse31]

I find Aljo's trolling quite entertaining

[@jasonyu72]

Wheres the questions???

[@666DanMartin]

Think that’s only on wednesdays

[@jasonyu72]

@@666DanMartin did you watch last wednesdays? he had over 80 questions and didnt get to go over most of them so he said he would go over some on monday...

[@tomchambers6308]

I love Volk

[@KappaGuerra]

Dang! She said "goliaths!"

[@kingdom1682]

Im gonna leave a comment asking Ariel to pls get Tony Ferguson on every single day until it happens!

[@TherealEYENSEE]

TheMMAhours* plural 😂

[@1TZSL0]

Anyone notice how arrogant AJS is considering he was being dominated before petry made that illegal knee???????????????????

[@SuperBlueMoonWA]

Illegal knee being the most important part. Petr caused this, direct all frustration towards him.

[@infrared6973]

Yall forget what he did to sandhagen. Yall gotta stop acting like sterling is a trash fighter because its not true. You dont have to like his personality but that doesnt mean he isnt good.

[@tarzanstrickland]

2:39:00 sounds to me like somebody's jealous they dont have their name on their shirt

[@lewisbeaton7839]

Sterling doesnt even believe he can beat yan its obvious. He keeps trying to convince himself but we all saw the first fight. He shouldnt be accusing him of PEDs either its ridiculous

[@lazarusq6652]

For some reason i keep doubting volk

[@BURDYMAN777]

Still doubt?

[@boutaquit8567]

WE NEED DANIEL CORMIER

[@edgarramos3807]

Aljo talking weird

[@Boyforsale]

LOL at Tate skirting around the elephant in the room

[@healthwithmarcus]

I like Volk.

[@owenbitowski7572]

These GC segments are way too long

[@mustangx]

Max is a baby. Ufc will keep fighting them till he wins

[@Sanaa337]

Alex is the best