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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Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall is the Biggest Fight in UFC Heavyweight History! Plus, the Battle of the Undefeateds
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While you were busy stuffing down turkey on Thanksgiving, I was working hard to give you today's episode! I get into several angles of the potential Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall championship fight. Plus, I talk about UFC 310's highly-anticipated bout between Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ian Machado Garry, as well as the very important subject of Robert Whit…
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The Bantamweight Title Picture, Defending Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, and Tom Aspinall vs. Francis Ngannou?
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I'm back in the studio today, and on today's episode, I give you something a little bit different! Recently, I've started a podcast on my YouTube channel with my film producer friend (and big MMA fan) Mike Soccio, and I wanted to bring you some of that podcast on today's episode of "You're Welcome." In this snippet, the two of us discuss the UFC ba…
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Jon Jones or Islam Makhachev for No. 1 P4P? Plus, UFC 310 Shakeup and Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Reaction!
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Join me as I wind through the streets of New York City while I deliver my unmatched analysis of several happenings in the combat sports world. On today's episode, I talk about Jon Jones' place in the pound-for-pound rankings, the new UFC 310 welterweight showdown between Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ian Machado Garry, as well as the UFC's signing of grapp…
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Join me as I walk the streets to give you my instant reaction to what we witnessed Saturday night at Madison Square Garden. On today's episode, I tell you what I really saw between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic, why Charles Oliveira stole the show, and why I'm disappointed in Bo Nickal. Plus, I talk about a potential Jones vs. Tom Aspinall title fight…
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It's a massive week in combat sports, and on today's episode I discuss the UFC 309 main event from several angles. Plus, I tell you about something Bo Nickal said, and I also revisit the night Jorge Masvidal suckerpunched Leon Edwards before explaining why I think the two should finally get locked in the cage together. The following time codes are …
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With a new rule change in the UFC, some are wondering whether Jon Jones will benefit from it by having the one loss of his career moved to a no-contest. I give you my thoughts on that, plus I also tell you why I think we could see Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier battle it out in the cage for a third time. Additionally, Brandon Moreno is back, somet…
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Stipe Miocic Won’t Make It Out of the First Round With Jon Jones. Plus, Which UFC Fighter Should Be President?
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On today's episode, I begin by discussing the news that Ian Garry and Joaquin Buckley will headline the final Fight Night of the year. I also talk about why Ilia Topuria could be champion for years to come, Derrick Lewis's strong take on Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic, and Tom Aspinall's smart plans for UFC 309. And on this Election Day, I tell you whi…
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Big episode today! Coming up, I discuss the news that Belal Muhammad is out of his UFC 310 title fight with Shavkat Rakhmonov, and also why I believe Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev will be the new headliner. Plus, I tell you whether Khamzat Chimaev or Bo Nickal is the better MMA wrestler, and whether Chimaev or Sean Strickland will get the next …
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Is Ilia Topuria the Fighter of the Year? Plus, Why UFC 308 Created More Problems Than It Solved
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On today's post-UFC 308 episode, I talk about the middleweight title picture and whether Khamzat Chimaev or Sean Strickland deserves the next crack at Dricus du Plessis. Plus, I discuss Ilia Topuria's impressive win over Max Holloway and why I think El Matador has a strong case for Fighter of the Year over Alex Pereira. Speaking of Pereira, are we …
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It's UFC 308 week! On today's show, I talk about another challenge laid down by Ilia Topuria to Max Holloway, and I tell you how Holloway responded to it. Plus, I talk about the betting lines for Magomed Ankalaev vs. Aleksandar Rakic and my take on Robert Whittaker vs. Khamzat Chimaev. And after watching Francis Ngannou win handily in his PFL debut…
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Alex Pereira's INSANE Weight Cuts, Conor McGregor's Legacy, and Is UFC Protecting Paddy Pimblett?
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Happy Friday! On today's episode I talk about Conor McGregor inviting Sean O'Malley to train with him in Thailand. I also talk about Alex Pereira's massive weight cuts, Cowboy Cerrone's un-retirement, and why Renato Moicano thinks the UFC is protecting Paddy Pimblett from him. And, after years of legal issues, injuries, and not fighting ... what ex…
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My Three Problems with Conor McGregor vs. Dan Hooker. Plus, Dustin Poirier Teases Fight Announcement!
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On today's episode, I explain my issues with Conor McGregor's statement that he and Dan Hooker are going to fight each other next February in Saudi Arabia. Plus, I tell you why Hooker could instead make sense for Dustin Poirier's next fight. I also discuss Belal Muhammad vs. Shavkat Rakhmonov, Jake Paul's proposed bet with Mike Tyson, and my proble…
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Ilia Topuria Issues a Challenge, Jake Paul's $40M Pay Day, and Dana White Won't Meet With Conor McGregor?!
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On today's LOADED episode, I'm covering a whole bunch of topics, like how Alex Pereira has jumped over Jon Jones in the pound-for-pound rankings. Plus, Amanda Nunes teases a return, Conor McGregor and Dana White are in the same city but it's NOT to see each other, and Ilia Topuria has issued a brilliant challenge to Max Holloway for their UFC 308 s…
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We've Never Seen Anything Like Alex Pereira. Plus, Kayla Harrison DIDN'T WIN! | UFC 307 Reaction
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On today's episode, we go back in time to Saturday night when I offered you my immediate thoughts to Alex Pereira's win over Khalil Rountree, and I also tell you why I don't believe Kayla Harrison got the victory. Then, I talk about why the women's bantamweight division has suddenly become interesting, what's next for Pereira, and what makes the li…
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UFC 307 Preview: Khalil Rountree's Path to Beating Alex Pereira. Plus, the Women's Bantamweight Tournament
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I'm in Salt Lake City for UFC 307, but before I left I made sure to deliver you a special UFC 307 preview show! On today's episode, I talk about paths to victory for both Khalil Rountree and Alex Pereira in Saturday night's main event, the overwhelming odds in favor of Kayla Harrison, Raquel Pennington vs. Julianna Pena, and more. Plus, Israel Ades…
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Renato Moicano Will Face Justin Gaethje Next. Plus, What If Jon Jones Doesn't Fight Stipe Miocic?
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Before I head off to Salt Lake City to cover UFC 307 for ESPN, I give you my reaction to Renato Moicano's win over Benoit Saint-Denis. And I also tell you why I think Money Moicano will fight Justin Gaethje next. Plus, I get into the drama surrounding Bryan Battle, and I also talk about the triangle between Stipe Miocic, Jon Jones, and Tom Aspinall…
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Stipe Miocic May Not Show Up to Fight Jon Jones. Plus, Why Vince McMahon Reminds Me of Conor McGregor
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On today's episode, I get into the new Vince McMahon Netflix documentary that's sweeping the Internet. I also discuss rumors swirling around Stipe Miocic and his UFC 309 bout with Jon Jones at Madison Square Garden. Plus, Diego Lopes has put Alex Volkanovski in a tough spot, the PFL has put together a big card for next month, and I give you my take…
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Khamzat Chimaev finally revealed the truth! I talk about that on today's program, plus I tell you about my new favorite UFC featherweight. I also give you a behind-the-scenes glimpse into next month's title fight between Alex Pereira and Khalil Rountree. Jorge Masvidal has also called out Leon Edwards again, and Conor McGregor lost (again). The fol…
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Michael Chandler Believes Conor McGregor Will Return. Plus, Will Jon Jones Retire After UFC 309?
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Howdy folks! On today’s episode of the best podcast in combat sports, I get into all the week’s biggest stories, starting with Michael Chandler's thoughts on Conor McGregor’s return. Then, I talk about Jon Jones's comments on his fight with Stipe Miocic being “likely” his last. After that, I dive into the potential matchup of Henry Cejudo vs. Sean …
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The Merab Dvalishvili Era Begins, Conor McGregor's Future, and Valentina Shevchenko's Big Mistake
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I'm back from Las Vegas after an INCREDIBLE weekend at Sphere, and I've got a lot to say on today's program. I get into Merab Dvalishvili's win over Sean O'Malley and all the weird things that happened in this fight. Plus, I tell you why Valentina Shevchenko didn't do herself any favors Saturday night, and also about the massive compliment Dana Whi…
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UFC 306 Preview and Dana White Says Conor McGregor Will Fight in 2025
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A special night at UFC 306 warrants a special preview podcast, and so on today's episode that's what I give ya! I talk about Sean O'Malley's GENIUS marketing work, and also his biggest weakness in the Octagon. Plus, I talk about the guy that bowed out of Dana White's Contender Series and White's plans for Conor McGregor in 2025. And of course, some…
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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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