Chael Sonnen: MMA superstar, American gangster...and bad guy...speaks his mind, drops knowledge and sounds off as the absolute authoritative voice in the world of combat sports. Join Chael as he runs life inside and out of the Octagon, with inside knowledge and unrivaled perspective. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
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Goodbye Mighty Mouse, Merab Criticizes Umar, and Israel Adesanya's Road Rage Incident
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Was Israel Adesanya involved in a ROAD RAGE incident? I tell ya' that on today's episode PLUS I call out Merab Dvalishvili for his hypocritical criticism of Umar Nurmagomedov. Also, my reaction to Sean Brady's win over Gilbert Burns, expectations for The Sphere, and we say goodbye (maybe?) to a legend. The following time codes are approximate: Burn…
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Jon Jones BLOCKED ME! Plus, the Most Underrated Fight of 2024, and Gilbert Burns vs. Sean Brady Preview
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I went to message Jon Jones...and I think he blocked me. Can you believe it? I get into that on today's show, plus I saw some video of Conor McGregor training and I'm not quite sure what to make of it. I also talk about Saturday's big Fight Night bout between Gilbert Burns and Sean Brady, as well as the odds of the UFC 306 main event between Sean O…
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How Rich Is Jon Jones? Plus, Colby Covington vs. Dustin Poirier Rumors, and Why I Hate NASA!
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Happy post-Labor Day! On today's great episode of the best podcast in combat sports, I tell you about that time I was (almost) a stunt man for Channing Tatum, and also my beef with NASA. Then, I talk about the rumors surrounding a Colby Covington-Dustin Poirier fight. After that, I discuss the UFC welterweight title picture, my BRILLIANT idea for A…
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Dana White Teases Conor McGregor News. Plus, Is Kamaru Usman Washed Up?
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Lots to get to on today's show! I begin by talking about Dana White teasing he has fight news for Conor McGregor, Michael Chandler, Charles Oliveira, and Max Holloway. Then, I break down the upcoming title fight between Holloway and Ilia Topuria, as well as the latest twists and turns in the McGregor vs. Chandler saga. Plus, I get into some drama i…
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Alex Pereira's Troll Job, #FreeTheMac, and Caio Borralho's BONEHEADED Callout!
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On today's episode, I begin by by telling Caio Borralho about the stupid mistake he made following his win over Jared Cannonier. Then, I talk about another dumb move by Jiri Prochazka, who wants to drop to 185 lbs. and then immediately go back to light heavyweight. After that, I give Alex Pereira some praise for saying Magomed Ankalaev doesn't want…
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Khalil Rountree Will Beat Alex Pereira. Plus, Why Jon Jones Threw His Phone in the Pool
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On today's episode, I begin by telling you why I'm confident Khalil Rountree will run through the golden boy Alex Pereira at UFC 307. Then, I talk about all the drama circulating Jon Jones this week, including his back-and-forth with Tom Aspinall and his upcoming Stipe Miocic fight. After that, I discuss Michael Bisping's comments about Israel Ades…
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Thanks for Nothing, DDP! Plus, Why Israel Adesanya May Never Fight Again | UFC 305 Reaction
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UFC 305 is in the books and on today's show, I think we should discuss it. On this episode, I debate whether Dricus Du Plessis is a psychopath, and I also outline the three things that need to happen for Israel Adesanya to consider fighting again. Then, I have some strong words for DDP and his team, and I also tell you why I believe Du Plessis and …
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Israel Adesanya's Motivation, Michael Chandler Responds to Conor McGregor, and Jon Jones Will NEVER Fight Alex Pereira!?
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With a lot of drama swirling around Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler (again), I begin the show by discussing the latest wrinkles in the saga that will never end. Then, I discuss Dana White's comments about Jon Jones and Alex Pereira. And in the UFC 305 preview portion of the program, I talk about Sean Strickland's claim to the winner of Dricus d…
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My Thoughts on Dricus Du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya. Plus, Ariel Helwani’s Gross Tweet
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With UFC 305 upon us, I do a lot of talking about Saturdays main event between Dricus du Plessis and Israel Adesanya. I give you my official prediction, plus I get into the very odd approach to training that DDP has. I also tell you why I hate something Ariel Helwani tweeted, and I also give Jake Paul some credit for his goal of one day representin…
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My Doubts About Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler. Plus, Belal Muhammad's Future and I Forgive Muhammad Mokaev!
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On today's episode, I begin by discussing the current state of the Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler fight we've been waiting forever for. Then, I get into the RIDICULOUS notion of Arman Tsarukyan fighting in an interim lightweight championship. After that, I talk about Belal Muhammad's next move, Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alexsandar Rakic, and why I …
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I'm Concerned About Tony Ferguson. Plus, the Olympic Boxing Controversy, and Will Khamzat Chimaev ACTUALLY Fight Rob Whittaker?
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Happy Tuesday! Coming up on today's show, I talk about Tony Ferguson's loss to Michael Chiesa and the three things he did wrong during and after the fight. Then, I talk about the emergence of "Shara Bullet" and how high his ceiling is. Plus, I explain why Kamaru Usman should get a crack at Belal Muhammad, question whether Khamzat Chimaev will actua…
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Conor McGregor or Sean O'Malley? Plus, UFC Abu Dhabi, Israel Adesanya's Future, and Olympics Are a SCAM!
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I've got a LOT to discuss on today's show...here's everything that's coming up: The Olympics are a scam (00:00) Conor McGregor's fighting future (10:33) Who wins: McGregor or Sean O'Malley? (21:02) Saturday's UFC Abu Dhabi main event (26:08) Can Tom Aspinall actually beat Jon Jones? (34:47) Paddy Pimblett will face Renato Moicano (44:30) Israel Ade…
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Tom Aspinall's Big Problem, I Underestimated Paddy Pimblett, and My Brilliant Idea for Belal Muhammad
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I'm back in my home studio after spending the weekend on the East Coast covering UFC 304 for ESPN, and I'm fired up on today's show because I have a LOT to say. First, I tell you why I thought the Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad fight was AWESOME, and then I tell you who the new welterweight champion should fight next (hint: it's not Shavkat Rakhmo…
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Does Conor McGregor Regret the "Toe" Thing? Plus, Why Jake Paul Baffles Me!
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It's UFC 304 fight week! And coming up on today's show, I'll get into some of the interesting betting lines for Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad 2, as well as King Green vs. Paddy Pimblett. Plus, I discuss several angles of the Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry boxing fight, and I finish by talking about Conor McGregor's change of tone regarding his toe "inj…
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Khabib May Come Back! Plus, Dustin Poirier's List of Opponents, and Huge Stakes for Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry
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Happy Friday -- I've got a lot of news to get into on today's show! I talk about Nate Diaz's $9M lawsuit against Fanmio, why I think there's a chance we see Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Conor McGregor 2, and the short list of opponents Dustin Poirier would be willing to get in the cage with. Plus, I preview the weekend's big boxing fight between Jake Pa…
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Jon Jones' Legal Troubles, New Khabib vs. Conor Footage, and is Grasso-Shevchenko 3 Not Happening?
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We have new footage of the unforgettable UFC 229 fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor! I discuss that on today's episode, plus McGregor's guarantee to Michael Chandler that they'll face off later this year. Plus, I give you my thoughts on the latest Jon Jones drama, potential matchups for The Sphere card, and has Valentina Shevchenk…
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Dana White's $17M Sphere Card, Nate Diaz's Path to the UFC, and Was Fury-Ngannou Fixed?
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I've got a MEGA-episode for you all today! In this special program, I talk about Dana White's MASSIVE UFC 306 expenses, Michael Chandler making Dustin Poirier mad, and I give you my response to Joe Pyfer's criticism of MMA fans. Plus, I lay out Nate Diaz's path back to the UFC, I wonder whether Israel Adesanya will ever be the same, and I even talk…
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Nate Diaz's Best Fight in YEARS! Plus, Stipe Miocic Speaks and Anthony Joshua Called Out Alex Pereira!
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I'm back in the studio this week, and I've got an incredible episode coming up for you all today if I do say so myself. I begin by giving you my thoughts on the Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal boxing fight, which went way better than I expected it to. Then, I tell you why I have questions surrounding WBC's decision to expel Ryan Garcia. After that, I …
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I Got Hacked! And Did Conor McGregor Announce His Retirement?
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Happy Friday! I'm at home today enjoying life on the outdoor patio, but Uncle Chael has managed to come through for you again on today's episode, where I begin by telling you about what happened with my Twitter account earlier this week. Then, I talk about Michael Chandler's statement that UFC has offered him a title shot against Islam Makhachev. I…
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Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira COULD Happen, Diego Lopes Deserves More Credit, and What Is Michael Chandler Waiting For?
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I'm on the road, but I've still got a brand new UFC 303 reaction episode out for you all today! I cover Alex Pereira's knockout of Jiri Prochazka and what could be in store for the champion. Then, I get into the STUD moves from Diego Lopes and Dan Ige, as well as why I believe Anthony Smith won even in defeat on Saturday night. I also discuss the l…
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UFC 303 Predictions, Sean Strickland's Title Shot Case, and Can Jorge Masvidal Read?
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I'm off in Las Vegas for UFC 303 and to celebrate the occasion, I've got a mega-episode today! I begin by talking about all of the behind-the-scenes things involved with the Arman Tsarukyan suspension. Then, I talk about the 185 lb. title picture and a recent training video I saw of Sean Strickland. Plus, I explain why Conor McGregor's hurt "toe" c…
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25 Minutes on Conor McGregor's UFC 303 Withdrawal. Plus, How Good is Jon Jones REALLY?
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It's UFC 303 week! Conor McGregor was supposed to fight this week, but he has an "injured toe." I'll talk about that in an epic rant at the end of the show, but first, I owe Robert Whittaker an apology. I also tell you why I'm so excited for Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes, the UFC 303 co-main event that's flying under-the-radar. I also talk about Ale…
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I BEAT Anderson Silva! Plus, Conor McGregor's "Injury" and Alex Pereira's GOAT Case
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I'm back from Brazil, and it seems like I missed a lot! On today's episode, I'm gonna get into it all: My boxing FIGHT with Anderson Silva, why I applaud Conor McGregor for backing out of UFC 303, another bada** move from Alex Pereira, and PR brilliance from Bo Nickal The following time codes are approximate: My boxing fight with Anderson Silva in …
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Does Conor McGregor Truly Plan to Fight in 2024? Plus, Arman Tsarukyan called Islam Makhachev Boring!
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Howdy folks! On today’s episode, I discuss: The rumours surrounding why ESPN pulled their UFC 303 advertisements (00:00) Whether Conor McGregor truly planned to fight this year (12:58) Arman Tsarukyan’s smart approach to his potential upcoming Islam Makhachev matchup (23:18) What I make of Dustin Poirier's post fight comments (33:45) Dana White’s p…
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The Conor McGregor Press Conference Cancellation and My UFC 302 Reaction!
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What a couple of days it's been since I've last spoken to you! On today's episode, I'm gonna get into my theories behind the canceling of the Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler press conference in Dublin. Plus, I talk about Islam Makhachev's impressive win over Dustin Poirier at UFC 302, and Dana White's insistence that Jon Jones is above Makhache…
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