Ariel Helwani, one of the most recognizable journalists in MMA is moving on from ESPN. Helwani announced that after failing to reach terms on a new contract with the cable network, he will part ways with the company on June 15. Helwani issued a statement on the split and said it was “100 percent my decision” to leave. “We thank Ariel for his many contributions to ESPN’s MMA coverage and beyond.