# Aljamain Sterling, Islam’s Next Fight & UFC’s Real Problem | TSS Ep. 496

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Podcast: [The Big Brown Breakdown](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-big-brown-breakdown-222419)
Published: 2026-04-28T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Brendan Schaub breaks down the biggest UFC fan questions of the week, including Aljamain Sterling’s legacy, why UFC fans still disrespect elite champions, Islam Makhachev’s toughest possible superfights, and the growing conversation around UFC fighter pay transparency. Schaub also dives into Dana White, the Ali Act, UFC rankings controversies, White House security chaos, and why wrestling still dominates over jiu-jitsu in modern MMA. From Aljo’s path back to title contention to debates about Islam vs Ilia Topuria, Arman Tsarukyan, and future superfights, this episode covers the hottest topics in UFC, MMA, and combat sports. If you’re into UFC news, MMA fighter pay, Dana White controversy, Islam Makhachev, Aljamain Sterling, and Conor McGregor discussions, this episode’s for you. Fabletics - Shop now at https://fabletics.com/schaub to get 70- 80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP. Take a quick style quiz and be sure to select schaub when prompted to unlock this offer. This is a limited-time offer, so don’t wait. Again, that’s https://fabletics.com/schaub for 70-80% off everything as a new VIP. Quince - Right now, go to https://quince.com/schaub for free shipping and 365-day returns See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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