You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen

On today's episode, Chael discusses:  Why the UFC rankings committee deserves props for keeping Alexander Volkanovski as the No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter (00:37) Where we currently stand on making a rematch between Volkanovski and Islam Makhachev (13:24) A breakdown of the UFC 285 main event between Jon Jones and Ciryl Gane (22:33) What's the WHY in the rematch between Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya in April (29:17) Bo Nickal's nod to the greatness of Robert Whittaker (39:00) And more!Special thanks to this episode’s sponsor:DraftKings Sportsbook App - use code Chael Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/I

After having some time to digest what transpired at UFC 284, Chael is here to discuss the following: The ongoing pound-for-pound rankings debate and whether Alexander Volkanovski deserves to retain the No. 1 spot (00:49) If Volkanovski should get another crack at Islam Makhachev for the lightweight title (8:48) Why Chael believes Makhachev should fully embrace being a heel (15:23) Dan Hooker's Twitter tirade about Makhachev and whether Hooker's claims of cheating hold any water (22:56) Israel Adesanya coming to the defense of friend Francis Ngannou (28:52) And more!Special thanks to this episode’s sponsor: DraftKings Sportsbook App - use code Chael Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (

Just seconds after the end of UFC 284, Chael gives you his instant thoughts on a solid night of fights in Australia. On today's special episode, Chael tells you why he thinks there's a serious case to be made for Alexander Volkanovski winning the fight (00:35). And what's next for Islam Makhachev (9:56)? Plus, Yair Rodriguez leaves Chael feeling vindicated (17:25).Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Now that we're just one day away from one of the biggest fights in recent memory, Chael has a lot to get off his chest. On today's episode, Chael discusses: If we should believe Dana White when he says UFC 284 will break PPV records (00:52) Why Michael Chandler deserves more credit for how he navigates his career (10:27) Where does Kevin Lee fit into all of this? (28:56) Khamzat Chimaev's callout of Robert Whittaker and why Chael believes Chimaev needs to choose a persona and stick to it (39:00) The latest installment of why Chael doesn't believe Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury will actually happen (43:58) Official predictions for the UFC 284 co-main event between Josh Emmett and Yair Rodriguez (52:45), as well as the highly-anticipated main event between Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski (1:01:00) And more! Special thanks to this episode’s sponsors:  AthleticGreens.com/Chael     Rocketmoney.com/Chael  DraftKings Sportsbook App - use code Chael  Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY)

Back in his lavish home studio, Chael is here to bring you the best analysis in all of MMA. On today's episode, he discusses: Conor McGregor's "ultimate" training camp which will prepare him for a welterweight bout with Michael Chandler later this year (00:54) If Sean O'Malley will one day regret signing his new lucrative eight-fight deal with the UFC (10:13) What's really at stake (if anything) in a fight between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury (19:55) Why Chael believes Fedor Emelianenko is the greatest fighter ever (28:58) Saturday's UFC 284 main event and why it's the greatest gift that's ever fallen into your lap (41:58) And more!Special thanks to this episode’s sponsors:  AthleticGreens.com/Chael     Rocketmoney.com/Chael  DraftKings Sportsbook App - use code Chael  Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/T

On today's episode, Chael tells you why he's upset that everyone is counting out Alexander Volkanovski against Islam Makhachev. Then, the legendary Muhammad Lawal (King Mo) joins Chael in the car to talk about Jon Jones, Francis Ngannou, the heavyweight division, Khamzat Chimaev, and King Mo's memories of fighting Jiri Prochazka.Fitbod: Fitbod.me/CHAEL for 25% off Rhone: Rhone.com/CHAEL for 20 % off Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this Wednesday edition of the program, Chael discusses: A phone call Chael received from Jake Paul regarding Paul's upcoming fight with Tommy Fury (00:42) Conor McGregor's honorable handling of a near-death situation last week (9:04) Ahead of UFC 284, is it fair to say that Alexander Volkanovski is the most underrated fighter of all time? (15:19) The announcements of Alex Pereira vs. Israel Adesanya 4 (27:07) and Gilbert Burns vs. Jorge Masvidal (34:56) And more!Fitbod: Fitbod.me/CHAEL for 25% off Rhone: Rhone.com/CHAEL for 20 % off Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for ad

On today's episode, Chael discusses: Fuzziness in the light heavyweight division and whether UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira should move up a division to fight Jamahal Hill (10:18) Luke Rockhold's release from the UFC and where he might land now that Rockhold wants to return to fighting (19:36) Chael's issues with Rockhold and Francis Ngannou, and how the two former champions relate to U.S. President Joe Biden (25:42) Coach John Kavanagh's guarantee that Conor McGregor will return in 2023 ... with one special caveat (38:49) Why Chael vehemently disagrees with the MMA pound-for-pound rankings released by The Ringer yesterday (47:34) Why the sport of slap fighting needs to stop pretending it's something that it's not (58:22) And more!Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/

With much to discuss in the aftermath of UFC 283 and the lead-up to UFC 284, Chael talks about the following on today's episode: Jamahal Hill's inspiring road to becoming UFC light heavyweight champion (00:43) Chael's unlikely pick for who Hill should fight in his first title defense (9:18) Some mysterious details surrounding Jiri Prochazka's shoulder injury that Chael can't wrap his mind around (17:58) The lightweight title picture and how Charles Oliveira can get himself back into it (27:09) Tyson Fury's ridiculous idea for a boxing fight with Francis Ngannou (35:03) Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti

Seconds after the end of UFC 283, Chael takes to his YouTube channel to offer instant reaction to a great night of fights. In this special episode, Chael talks about Glover Teixeira's unique career coming to an end, if Alex Pereira will move up to light heavyweight to avenge the loss of his mentor, the Brazilian fans, what's next for Gilbert Burns, Chael's favorite fighter, and much more, including questions from fans!Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In one of the best episodes of the program to date, Chael discusses: His reaction to Ariel Helwani's Tuesday interview with former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou (00:44) Another mishandled situation by Chael's old friend, Jon Jones (23:08) The booking of Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili  ... in March! (33:32) Why Chael isn't buying that Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury will actually happen (38:50) Glover Teixeira's unlikely journey to tomorrow's title fight with Jamahal Hill at UFC 283 (1:03:54) Plus, Chael explains why Francis Ngannou's demands to the UFC were out of line and why Ngannou will never find the "freedom" he's looking for (46:18).Presented by:  Rocket Money - Rocketmoney.com/chael  Athletic Greens- AthleticGreens.com/Chael Draft Kings: Dowload app and use code CHAEL Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/

It's UFC 283 week! But this episode is all about the news that rocked the MMA world this weekend. Today, Chael dives into: Francis Ngannou's shocking decision to leave the UFC and his heavyweight title behind (00:56) What Ngannou might do next (13:36) The booking of Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane for the UFC 285 main event in March, as well as Stipe Miocic breaking his silence to call dibs on the winner (24:19) His frustration with Paddy Pimblett following the announcement of Justin Gaethje vs. Rafael Fiziev for the London card (31:51) Why Sean Strickland deserves more credit for his main event performance this past weekend (48:03) And more!Presented by:  Rocket Money - Rocketmoney.com/chael  Athletic Greens- AthleticGreens.com/Chael Draft Kings: Dowload app and use code CHAEL Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV

It's officially fight week again! On today's episode, Chael discusses: Reports that Khabib Nurmagomedov is set to leave MMA for good so that he can spend more time with his family (00:37) Why Chael believes Daniel Cormier is wrong to claim that Alexander Volkanovski defeating Islam Makhachev next month would be the biggest upset in MMA history (9:19) Dustin Poirier's comeback for Beneil Dariush, who said that Poirier should consider retiring if The Diamond continues to duck rising contenders (19:10) The photo of Khamzat Chimaev that broke the Internet this weekend (26:16) And more!Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about

In a big week of MMA news, Chael discusses: PFL's signing of Jake Paul and how the YouTube star might fare in an MMA fight with free agent Nate Diaz (00:44) The re-booking of Shavkat Rakhmonov and Geoff Neal (18:38) Why Belal Muhammad is to be feared in the UFC's welterweight division (23:53) Betting lines for a potential future fight between Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones (31:38) Plus, Chael gives you his pick for the most intimidating fighter in MMA history (39:34).Presented by:Fitbod - Fitbod.me/CHAELRocket Money - Rocketmoney.com/chael Athletic Greens- AthleticGreens.com/ChaelOur Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about ou

In the first episode of 2023, Chael discusses: If BJJ king Gordon Ryan should make the transition to MMA (00:45) Kamaru Usman's hand injury and what it means for his hopes of getting a welterweight title rematch in March (18:11) How Jorge Masvidal can revive his career (24:49) Silence at the top of the heavyweight division (35:15) And more.Presented by:Fitbod - Fitbod.me/CHAELRocket Money - Rocketmoney.com/chael Athletic Greens- AthleticGreens.com/ChaelOur Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the final episode of another stellar year for the podcast, Chael discusses: Kevin Lee wanting to fight Shavkat Rakhmonov (00:38) How can we make Alex Pereira vs. Khamzat Chimaev happen? (7:10) Chito Vera's recent comments about weight cutting and why he considers it to be "cheating" (17:33) The glory days of Pride FC and how they compare to the UFC (27:14) Plus, Dillon Danis stops by to talk about his upcoming boxing fight with KSI, his beef with Ariel Helwani, the UFC 229 melee, if/when he'll return to MMA, and more (36:04).Presented by: RhoneUpgrade your closet with Rhone and use CHAEL to save 20% at https://www.rhone.com/CHAELOur Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz

On today's episode, Chael discusses: The announcement of Marlon Vera vs. Cory Sandhagen and what this means for the bantamweight title picture (00:37) Whether the MMA world should be shocked if Alexander Volkanovski dethrones Islam Makhachev in February (9:02) Why Khamzat Chimaev needs to choose a weight class and stick to it (18:52) One of Chael's new favorite middleweight fighters, as well as whether Alex Pereira vs. Israel Adesanya 2 is truly the right title fight to make at 185 (28:16) Presented by: RhoneUpgrade your closet with Rhone and use CHAEL to save 20% at https://www.rhone.com/CHAELOur Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for infor

In one of the final episodes of 2022, Chael discusses: The best comeback by a fighter during a fight this year (12:25) Jon Anik's strong thoughts on the current state of MMA judging (23:28) Paulo Costa's comments this week following the cancellation of his UFC 284 bout with Robert Whittaker (34:06) Sean O'Malley's new approach to training (43:16) Latest thoughts on if/when we will see Conor McGregor vs. Nate Diaz for the third time (51:23) Presented by: Dave, RhoneUpgrade your closet with Rhone and use CHAEL to save 20% at  https://www.rhone.com/CHAELOur Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of perso

Douglas Crosby is perhaps the most well-known judge in MMA, and he's made the headlines a lot recently due to his controversial scoring of the Dec. 9 Bellator fight between Danny Sabatello and Raufeon Stotts, as well as the Paddy Pimblett-Jared Gordon fight at UFC 282 the following night. And in this special Wednesday edition of the program, Crosby joins his friend Chael to weigh in on all of this, discussing things like: The judges never having the opportunity to speak to the public about their scoring decisions (1:27) People who have criticized him for working too much and why they'll never understand where he's coming from (8:45) His scoring of the Pimblett-Gordon fight and what it says about the state of the MMA judging system (16:50) Why judges need to focus on the job and not worry about public perception (31:08) Plus, some thoughts on rotary dial cell phones, golf clubs, and video games.Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify a

On today's episode, Chael discusses: Jared Cannonier vs. Sean Strickland, the scorecards, and where we go from here at middleweight (00:42) Gordon Ryan's jiu jitsu match with Nicky Rodriguez at the UFC Fight Pass Invitational this past weekend (10:05) Conor McGregor's slap fighting proposal to Nate Diaz, as well as McGregor's claim that he could fight at 185 lbs. (25:45) Sean O'Malley's thoughts on comparisons between himself and Paddy Pimblett (34:27) Presented by: Dave, RhoneUpgrade your closet with Rhone and use CHAEL to save 20% at  https://www.rhone.com/CHAELOur Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and