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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Will Jon Jones Be Champion at the End of 2025? Plus, Conor McGregor vs. Logan Paul Is NOT HAPPENING!
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On today's episode, I tell you whether Jon Jones will still be champion by the end of 2025. Plus, I explain why Conor McGregor vs. Logan Paul won't happen, Joe Rogan's thoughts on McGregor's fighting future, and why Khabib Nurmagomedov hates coaching. And later, I explain what makes Dricus Du Plessis so special. To support this program, please leav…
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Usyk vs. Fury 2 REACTION, Alex Pereira Teases a Fight, and a Broken P*nis?!
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Happy Christmas Eve! On today's episode, I give you my reaction to the rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury from several angles. I discuss the controversial decision, the role of AI judging in the fight, as well as Fury weighing in 20 lbs. overweight. After that, I talk about Alex Pereira's recent meeting with the UFC brass and what it cou…
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Is Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall the Biggest Fight in UFC History? Plus, a Chicken Sh*t Move!
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I'm sorry I missed you all on Tuesday! I'm battling a nasty cold, but I'm still here to bring you some of the goods. On today's episode, I begin by telling you why I think Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall (if it's ever booked) has the potential to be the biggest fight in UFC history. Then, I have a bone to pick with Ilia Topuria's desire to move up a wei…
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Colby Covington's Plans for Beating Joaquin Buckley, Conor McGregor's Trash Talk with Belal Muhammad, and a Brendan Schaub Story
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While patrolling the roads of Tampa Bay one day before cornering Colby Covington in the UFC Tampa main event, I'm here to get you up to speed on all the latest happenings. On today's show, I discuss said main event between Covington and Joaquin Buckley, as well as a back-and-forth between Conor McGregor and Belal Muhammad, former flyweight champion…
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UFC 310 Reaction! Demetrious Johnson Declines Callout, Ciryl Gane's Controversial Win, and Leon Edwards vs. Ian Garry?
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I'm back from Las Vegas after covering UFC 310 for ESPN, and I give you my full reaction on today's episode! I discuss: Alexandre Pantoja's callout of Demetrious Johnson (00:00) How to make Leon Edwards vs. Ian Garry happen (11:10) Ciryl Gane's controversial win (20:08) The importance of honor in fighting (31:26) Sean Strickland's path to the middl…
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On the eve of UFC 310, ol' Uncle Chael is here to weigh in on all the big fights of the final UFC pay-per-view of the year. On today's show, I discuss: Aljamain Sterling and Chris Weidman on the undercard (00:00) Anthony Smith vs. Dominick Reyes (12:07) Ciryl Gane vs. Alexander Volkov 2 (24:30) Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Ian Machado Garry (33:12) Alexan…
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UFC 310 Preview and the Road to Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou Starts Now
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UFC 310 is nearly upon us! And on today's episode, I talk about a very meaningful heavyweight fight between Ciryl Gane and Alexander Volkov, and why I think its result could have an impact on the futures of Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall. Plus, I discuss the unprecedented nature of the main event between Alexandre Pantoja and Kai Asakura, as well as th…
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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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UFC 309 Reaction! Plus, Jon Jones Wants More Money and I'm Mad at Bo Nickal
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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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Jon Jones DUCKED Me! Plus, Bo Nickal's Big Claim and Jones vs. Miocic Preview
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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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Jon Jones' Perfect Record, Poirier vs. Holloway 3 Rumors, and My New Favorite Fighter
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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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Belal Muhammad Out, Alex Pereira In! Plus, Will Khamzat Chimaev Or Sean Strickland Get DDP?
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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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What's Next For Francis Ngannou? Plus, Ilia Topuria Strikes Again
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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 Can't Fight in the U.S! Plus, Conor McGregor Lost (Again)
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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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