You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen

Happy holidays, everybody! LOTS to get to on today's show: The confusing deal between PFL, Bellator, and what it means for the future of MMA (00:00) Why it's obvious The Rock and Joe Rogan don't like each other (21:53) How much does Tom Aspinall's interim title even mean? Is it legit? (30:48) Why I support Israel Adesanya's decision to take a break (38:02) Khamzat Chimaev's STUPID idea to call out Alex Pereira and how it could come back to bite him (49:25) Apparently Conor McGregor is a pothead? (57:40) We are thankful for this episode’s sponsor:  NordVPN - get a 30 day risk-free trial at https://nordvpn.com/chaelsonnenOur 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

So much to get into today! Here's what to expect on today's show: Why The Rock's appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast made me uncomfortable (00:00) How Jon Jones could make the Tom Aspinall fight happen (11:56) Why Francis Ngannou left the UFC at the perfect time (23:58) We need more answers in the mysterious light heavyweight division (36:02) Why Leon Edwards needs to shut up and fight (49:40) Paddy Pimblett's rude comments about his Tony Ferguson fight (01:01:34) My Twitter battle with a lawyer and how I won the argument (01:14:18) 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 adverti

Back from New York City after covering UFC 295 for ESPN, I get into the following on today's podcast: Alex Pereira's incredible UFC run and why I think he's the 2023 FOTY (00:00) Why I have zero interest in Pereira vs. Israel Adesanya ever again (13:26) How Tom Aspinall just made the heavyweight division very interesting (23:36) How Aspinall shut down Sergei Pavlovich and Ciryl Gane on the same night (33:22) Why I hate that Tony Ferguson is training with fitness guru David Goggins ahead of UFC 296 (44:36) 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.

On today’s episode I discuss:  My heated argument with Ariel Helwani on The MMA Hour (00:00) My response to Jorge Masvidal's mean comments (17:06) What happened to Israel Adesanya? (33:43) Who I think will headline UFC 300 (44:32) The fight week vibes in New York City, as seen from my hotel (54:59) Plus, I give my official predictions for Sergei Pavlovich vs. Tom Aspinall  (01:04:28) and Jiří Procházka vs. Alex Pereira (01:14:02).Big thanks to this episode's sponsors - Momentous Sleep Pack - visit www.livemomentous.com & use code CHAEL for 20% off.Draft Kings Sportsbook - visit  https://sportsbook.draftkings.comNew Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets!Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler or visit www.1800gambler.net. In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort, Kansas 21 + age varies by jurisdiction. Void in On

Another busy day here at Bad Guy Inc.! On today's show, I get into the following: Dana White's announcements for UFC 297, UFC 298, and UFC 299 and why I disagree with one of the title fights (00:00) My UFC Sao Paulo reaction and why Jailton Almeida impressed me (13:44) Why this Saturday's UFC 295 is such a pivotal event (27:23) Whether we'll ever get Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic (39:40) Apparently Francis Ngannou wants to box in December? (49:05) Big thanks to this episode's sponsors - Momentous Sleep Pack - visit www.livemomentous.com & use code CHAEL for 20% off.Draft Kings Sportsbook - visit  https://sportsbook.draftkings.comNew Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets!#ufc #ufc295Our 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

What an eventful week for ol' Uncle Chael! On today's episode, I tell you why Dana White isn't evil and the reason why PPV buys for Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou underperformed. Plus, I talk about prospects for Jon Jones vs. Ngannou, UFC 295, and Leon Edwards banning Ian Machado Garry from his gym in England.TOPICS: Intro (00:00) Why Fury vs. Ngannou didn't sell well (00:57) Whether Dana White will ever book Ngannou and Jones (23:07) Why White will double down on preventing UFC fighters from boxing while under contract (31:12) An early look at Jiri Prochazka vs. Alex Pereira (43:25) Why I feel awful for Ian Garry (50:36) 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.

On today's episode I discuss:  Intro (00:00)  Why boxing might be fake (00:32) Roy Jones Jr. on Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou (18:08) What's next for Francis Ngannou (36:08) Tom Aspinall being the favorite over Sergei Pavlovich (46:56) 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.

On today’s episode, I discuss:  Intro (00:00) Jon Jones pulling out of UFC 295 (00:55) What to do with the UFC heavyweight division (14:58) The fallout of the Johnny Walker vs. Magomed Ankalaev fight (33:42) Khamzat Chimaev and the middleweights who refuse to fight him (46:02) Who Islam Makhachev’s next opponent should be (58:51) Why Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou is the biggest mismatch in combat sports history (1:09:36)  My take on Francis Ngannou’s tough luck story (1:20:12) Big thanks to our sponsors - NordVPN - get a 30 day risk-free trial at https://nordvpn.com/chaelsonnen  Vessi - go to vessi.com/chael & use code: CHAEL to get 15% off your order  Momentous - visit www.livemomentous.com & use code 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 L

On today's episode, I discuss: Intro (00:00) Why Johnny Walker beat Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 294 (01:00) Kamaru Usman's very impressive performance against Khamzat Chimaev (15:04) Why Usman deserves a rematch with Chimaev (28:12) Islam Makhachev's plea to fight Colby Covington at 170 lbs. (36:31) Why I have zero interest in Charles Oliveira getting another title shot (45:30) Big thanks to our sponsors -  NordVPN - get a 30 day risk-free trial at https://nordvpn.com/chaelsonnen Vessi - go to vessi.com/chael & use code: CHAEL to get 15% off your order Momentous - visit www.livemomentous.com & use code 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 compan

In this UFC 294 preview show, I get into the Kamaru Usman video, some animosity between Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski, and you'll also hear from Mike Perry, Kamaru Usman, and Khamzat Chimaev!TOPICS: Intro (00:00) My impromptu interview with Mike Perry (00:55) Jiri Prochazka's criticism of UFC 295 opponent Alex Pereira (08:46) Why Magomed Ankalaev vs. Johnny Walker is a big mismatch (14:24) Did Kamaru Usman actually hear something pop? (23:38) My ESPN interview with Usman and Khamzat Chimaev (31:54) Was Alexander Volkanovski really the first guy to receive the call? Or are we missing something? (41:35) Some animosity between Volk and Islam Makhachev this week (51:14) Big thanks to our faithful sponsor: DraftKings Sportsbook - https://sportsbook.draftkings.comNew Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets!Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler or visit www.1800gambler.net. In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling

Between Misfits Boxing, another UFC Apex event, and the crazy UFC 294 shuffle, it's been a wild few days in combat sports! Here's what I discuss on today's show: Intro (00:00) Is Jake Paul vs. KSI the fight to make? (01:00) The most compelling part of Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 294 (09:08) How Kamaru Usman landed a short-notice fight with Khamzat Chimaev (21:24) Israel Adesanya's decision to take a break from MMA (42:14) And more!Big thanks to our faithful sponsor: DraftKings Sportsbook - https://sportsbook.draftkings.comNew Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets!Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler or visit www.1800gambler.net. In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 21 plus age varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. See DKNG.co/football for eligibility, terms and responsible gaming

Apologies for the delay! On today's episode, I get into the following (0:00): Why I'm not surprised Charles Oliveira pulled out of the UFC 294 main event (00:29) How Islam Makhachev just beat ... Ilia Topuria? (5:52) Why I love the booking of Kamaru Usman vs. Khamzat Chimaev (12:30) My problem with USADA's scathing statement about the UFC (20:37) Why Conor McGregor is the winner in the USADA drama (29:58) Big thanks to this episode’s sponsor -Momentous Sleep Pack - visit www.livemomentous.com & use code 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.

Back from a weekend trip to San Diego for Bellator 300, I discuss the following on today's episode: Why Bobby Green and Dan Hooker should fight for the next BMF title (00:48) Conor McGregor has allegedly submitted his USADA paperwork, but what does that actually mean? (9:25) An unexpected backup fighter selection for next week's UFC 294 main event between Islam Makhachev and Charles Oliveira (19:45) Dillon Danis has showed up to England! But I've hardly seen any training footage, which gives me some weird vibes (29:13) Jon Jones' preparation for UFC 295, the buildup to the fight, and why I hope he doesn't call it quits after his bout with Stipe Miocic (35:39) Plus, my tales from baggage claim this weekend (46:55).Big thanks to this episode’s sponsor -Momentous Sleep Pack - visit www.livemomentous.com & use code 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.com

I'm off in San Diego this week, but don't think that I forgot about you! On today's episode, I discuss the following: Some unfair circumstances Charles Oliveira has been dealt ... again (00:52) Joe Rogan's assertion that Alexander Volkanovski is the No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter in the world (10:01) Why Michael Chandler looks more desperate with each passing day (17:00) Dillon Danis and how a win over Logan Paul could open up a world of opportunities (33:12) Plus, I tell tales about Sean Strickland's beat-up Hyundai, my time on "The Celebrity Apprentice," and my favorite hip-hop line of all time.Thank you to this episode’s sponsor - VESSI - visit Vessi.com/chael & use code: CHAEL for 15% 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. Vi

I'm fired up on today's episode! Today, I discuss: Why I agree with Tristan Tate in thinking that Nina Agdal's lawsuit against Dillon Danis is a terrible idea (00:53) Conor McGregor's (dumb) belief that he'll fight in December of this year (8:42) My idea for who Kamaru Usman should fight next (20:43) How Joe Rogan plans to take kickboxing mainstream (27:34) And because you enjoyed my recent take on the BTK killer, I close by bringing you some unparalleled insights into the death of infamous American outlaw Billy the Kid (37:52).Thank you to this episode’s sponsor - VESSI - visit Vessi.com/chael & use code: CHAEL for 15% 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 com

*This episode contains reference to sexual violence. Listener discretion is advised.With so much drama going on outside of the cage, I talk about the following on today's episode: The latest in separate court cases involving former UFC stars Mark Hunt and Cain Velasquez (00:56) Why I believe Paddy Pimblett vs. Tony Ferguson makes so much sense for each guy, and why I'm confident Ferguson can beat Paddy (19:39) Joe Rogan's belief that Conor McGregor can come back even stronger, and why I find it very hard to believe that will be the case (27:36) What's going on in this crazy build-up to Logan Paul vs. Dillon Danis? (38:12) Plus, I get into the booking of Wonderboy Thompson vs. Shavkat Rakhmonov, and more.Big thanks to this episode’s sponsors - DeleteMe - get 20% off your DeleteMe plan by going to joindeleteme.com/chael & use code: CHAEL Momentous Sleep Pack - visit www.livemomentous.com & use code CHAEL for 20% off.Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.sho

On today's episode, I discuss: Mateusz Gamrot defeating Rafael Fiziev and his consequent callout of Charles Oliveira (00:58) Why I think it's wrong to count out Tony Ferguson against the undisciplined Paddy Pimblett (5:56) Why I'm surprised Ian Garry accepted a fight with Vicente Luque (12:28) Colby Covington's callout of lightweight champ Islam Makhachev, and why I applaud him for it (28:47) What Marlon Vera doesn't know about USADA (36:28) Plus, I talk about the UFC middleweight title picture (22:30) and I also sound off on the Miami Dolphins!Big thanks to this episode’s sponsors - DeleteMe - get 20% off your DeleteMe plan by going to joindeleteme.com/chael & use code: CHAEL VESSI - visit Vessi.com/chael & use code: CHAEL for 15% off Momentous Sleep Pack - visit www.livemomentous.com & use code 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.comAdverti

After a flurry of fight announcements made by UFC President Dana White on Wednesday night, I discuss the following on today's episode: Leon Edwards and Colby Covington landing the coveted December PPV spot over the likes of superstars Sean O'Malley and Conor McGregor (00:53) The booking of Jiri Prochazka vs. Alex Pereira as the co-main event at UFC 295, and why this fight seems fishy to me (8:17) Israel Adesanya breaking his silence to say that he wants a "fun" fight next. What could that possibly mean? (17:27) Why last weekend's drama was the best thing to ever happen to Valentina Shevchenko (30:20) Plus, I talk about some top UFC heavyweights (39:28) before diving into tomorrow night's UFC main event between fan favorites Rafael Fiziev and Mateusz Gamrot (58:32).Big thanks to this episode’s sponsors - DeleteMe - get 20% off your DeleteMe plan by going to joindeleteme.com/chael & use code: CHAEL VESSI - visit Vessi.com/chael & use code: CHAEL for 15% off Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my co

After a wildly successful night in Las Vegas for UFC Noche, I'm here today to talk to you about the following: Why I believe Valentina Shevchenko beat Alexa Grasso five rounds to zero, but also how I don't totally disagree with the controversial 10-8 score from judge Mike Bell (00:59) How The Bullet and Grasso can convince the UFC to give them a trilogy fight (11:10) Unfair criticism of Israel Adesanya, my unsolicited advice to Sean Strickland regarding his next matchup, and the only thing the new middleweight champion actually cares about (35:04) Mystery surrounding next month's UFC 294 co-main spot between Khamzat Chimaev and Paulo Costa, and why I'm not convinced that fight will happen (55:51) And much more.Thank you to this episode’s sponsor - DeleteMe - get 20% off your DeleteMe plan by going to joindeleteme.com/chael & use code: CHAEL 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

There's so much drama going on in this week! But don't worry, Uncle Chael is here to make sense of it all. On today's episode, I discuss: Claims that Israel Adesanya is a has-been and was never even that special in the first place (6:00) My response to Dricus Du Plessis, who had some mean things to say to me earlier this week (12:56) The middleweight title picture and all of the guys who could make a good case for fighting Sean Strickland for the belt (22:35) Who I believe the middleweight GOAT is (33:32) Does Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler even need to happen anymore? (38:22) Plus, I get into tomorrow night's main event between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko in Las Vegas (45:14).Big thanks to our awesome sponsors: Momentous Sleep Pack - visit www.livemomentous.com & use code CHAEL for 20% off.DraftKings Sportsbook - https://sportsbook.draftkings.comNew Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets!Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler or visit www.1800gambler.net. In New York,