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TMZ SPORTS: THE INTERVIEWS WITH MICHAEL BABCOCK pulls back the curtain and gives an inside look at some of the most fascinating figures in sports. Michael Babcock of TMZ Sports sits down with some of the most interesting guests across the sports landscape and finds out what makes them great on the field and keeps them in the headlines off of it.
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In this interview, MVP CEO Nakisa Bidarian breaks down a massive upcoming fight card headlined by Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano. He also calls Jake Paul the most impactful fighter under 30, crediting him with helping reshape boxing’s audience and expand the sport’s visibility.
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In this episode, Shawn Porter defends Floyd Mayweather’s decision to return to boxing, pushing back on claims the undefeated champ is coming back for financial reasons.
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Steph De Lander joins TMZ Inside the Ring to tell her side of the story after her shocking TNA exit.
In this exclusive interview, Steph reveals she was 100% medically cleared following neck surgery — only to be told TNA was “not comfortable” letting her wrestle again. She opens up about paying for her own surgeries, struggling for 18 months to get a return-to-ring protocol, and the phone call that ultimately led her — and her husband Mance Warner — to walk away from the company.
Steph also addresses rumors surrounding her injury, questions about favoritism, the impact of the Chris Bey incident, and what could be next for her career — including WWE or AEW.
Hosts: Branson Quirke & Roger Corral
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“Miracle on Ice” captain Mike Eruzione praised Team USA’s hockey victory and urged critics to celebrate the win instead of downplaying what the players accomplished for their country.
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John “Bradshaw” Layfield (JBL) is a WWE Hall of Famer, former WWE Champion and one of the most notorious heels in pro wrestling history. He sits down with Branson Quirke and Roger Corral on TMZ’s Inside the Ring to discuss Gunther’s dominant heel run, rare “true villain” psychology in today’s WWE, and the swirling rumors about a potential Chris Jericho return. JBL also reflects on why he once refused to beat The Undertaker, breaks down the difference between attraction heels and pure heels, defends Booker T amid recent criticism, shares wild stories from his infamous Eddie Guerrero feud, and teases his new comedy-wrestling series Curtain Jerkers — and more!
Hosts: Branson Quirke & Roger Corral
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Frankie Muniz shares how Dale Earnhardt’s final words before the 2001 Daytona 500 crash shaped his outlook on life and ultimately inspired his transition from acting to a professional racing career.
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Joe Hendry opens up about his viral rise, the strategy that helped him explode on social media, and the mindset shift that turned him into NXT Champion. He breaks down Shawn Michaels’ advice, handling WrestleMania pressure, and why authenticity — not just talent — is the real key to making it in WWE.
Hosts: Branson Quirke & CJ Perry
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AEW Women’s World Champion Kris Statlander joins TMZ Inside the Ring ahead of Dynamite to talk her brutal strap match, life as champion, injuries, and the pressure of proving she belongs at the top. From near-career-ending ACL tears to stunt training, concussions, and finding her identity in AEW, Statlander opens up like never before.
Hosts: Branson Quirke & Roger Corral
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We sit down with Hall of Famer Warren Moon as he makes his prediction for who will win Super Bowl LX.
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Liv Morgan sits down with TMZ Inside the Ring following a career-defining Royal Rumble performance. Liv talks candidly about Dominik Mysterio, Judgment Day, and the trust that comes with standing at the top of WWE. She reflects on her journey through the company, her connection with the fans who’ve followed her from the beginning, and how her mindset has evolved as the stakes continue to rise. With WrestleMania approaching, Liv also addresses the landscape around her—including Raquel Rodriguez, Sol Ruca, Tiffany Stratton, and the next generation pushing forward—while keeping the focus firmly on herself and what comes next. Calm, confident, and calculated, Liv Morgan explains why this moment feels different and why her story is still unfolding.
Hosts: Branson Quirke & CJ Perry
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We sit down with Patriots legends Asante Samuel and Ty Law to get their raw reactions to Bill Belichick being snubbed from first-ballot entry into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
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AEW star Harley Cameron sits down for an exclusive interview to discuss Saraya’s potential return to the ring, working closely with Toni Storm, and her rapid rise within All Elite Wrestling. Cameron opens up about finding her voice on AEW television, her backstage relationships, and why she believes she’s only scratching the surface of what’s next in her wrestling career.
Hosts: Branson Quirke & Roger Corral
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Drew McIntyre gives his first exclusive interview since winning the WWE Championship, discussing his title victory over Cody Rhodes, his mindset as WWE World Champion, and what’s next on the road to Royal Rumble and WrestleMania.
Hosts: Branson Quirke & CJ Perry
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Aron Stevens, formerly known as Damien Sandow, sits down to reflect on his WWE career. Stevens opens up about WrestleMania 31, working with The Miz, pitching ideas to Vince McMahon, and why he ultimately stopped politicking backstage. He also shares his views on WWE’s current business model, Money in the Bank, John Cena’s final match, and the perseverance of Cody Rhodes. Stevens explains why NWA has become home, praising Billy Corgan’s integrity, creative freedom, and the family-like environment that has reshaped how he views wrestling today.
Hosts: Branson Quirke & Roger Corral
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WWE legend C.J. Perry and former WWE star David Otunga join TMZ Inside the Ring for an unfiltered conversation breaking down the biggest stories in wrestling and beyond. Otunga puts his lawyer hat on to analyze WWE power moves and controversial suspensions, while also sharing behind-the-scenes stories and career-defining advice he received from The Rock about surviving Hollywood.
The trio also dives into Royal Rumble predictions, WrestleMania season chaos, wrestlers crossing over into mainstream acting, and what life really looks like after WWE.
Hosts: Branson Quirke & CJ Perry
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Steelers legend James Harrison weighs in on the Steelers vs. Texans wild card matchup, offering his perspective on what to expect from both teams.
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CJ Perry is a professional wrestler, actress and media personality best known for her time in WWE. She sits down with TMZ Inside the Ring to discuss Royal Rumble favorites, WWE backstage life, and her upcoming return to pro wrestling, along with candid takes on Liv Morgan, Gunther, Drew McIntyre, Logan Paul, WWE storytelling, being a lifelong heel, and what’s next in her wrestling career.
Hosts: Branson Quirke & CJ Perry
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Chelsea Green down with with TMZ's Inside the Ring to discuss losing the WWE Women’s United States Championship on SmackDown, her brutal match with Giulia, and what’s next for her in 2026. Green also talks about WWE Unreal Season 2 on Netflix, revealing how the cameras never stopped rolling and what fans will see behind the scenes. She opens up about her husband Matt Cardona (formerly Zack Ryder) making his long-awaited return to WWE, what his five-year journey on the independent scene was like, working together as a married couple, and reacting to John Cena’s final WWE match and his praise for both of them on social media, and more!
Hosts: Branson Quirke, Roger Corral
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We’re breaking down the biggest WWE moments of 2025 — the matches, storylines, title reigns, shocking booking decisions, and superstar performances that defined the year. From WrestleMania 41 to SummerSlam, Survivor Series, Royal Rumble, and everything in between, we debate what worked, what didn’t, and which WWE stars truly carried 2025.
Hosts: Branson Quirke & Roger Corral
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Gunther breaks his silence in his first exclusive interview on TMZ's Inside The Ring since retiring John Cena. He addresses the tap-out, the fan outrage, and why he embraced the chaos that followed.
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