You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen

Another busy week here at Bad Guy Inc.! On today's episode I get into the following:How I think Ian Garry should respond to his recent controversy (01:15) The mystery of which gym Ian Garry actually belongs to (13:40) The ramifications for the winner and the loser of Paddy Pimblett vs. Tony Ferguson (25:14) How Tony Ferguson training with David Goggins actually elevates his fight against Paddy Pimblett (35:50) The myth of PPV buys and how no one truly understands it (43:27)Beneil Dariush says he 'gains nothing' from a win over Arman Tsarukyan (56:28)If you would like to support the show, please leave me a review on my Apple Podcasts page or my Spotify page!

Hope you all had a great holiday weekend! Here's what's coming up on today's show:What the new-look PFL must do to seriously compete with the UFC (00:00)Sean Strickland's random online attack of Ian Garry (19:06)Potential opponents for Paulo Costa, who says he'll return on Jan. 20 (26:40)Tom Aspinall's belief that he's the right man to face Jon Jones next (33:12)If you would like to support the show, please leave me a review on my Apple Podcasts page or my Spotify page!

Hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving! Today I get into the following: What did the PFL actually purchase with their acquisition of Bellator? (00:00)Whether now is the right time for the Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou rematch (13:45)ESPN ranking Tom Aspinall above Jon Jones in the UFC heavyweight division (24:25)Who should replace Dan Hooker after he pulled out of his fight against Bobby Green (36:20)Some advice for Max Holloway as he weighs a move to the UFC lightweight division (46:23)Why Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler will NOT headline UFC 300 (54:34)We are thankful for this episode's sponsor:  NordVPN - get a 30 day risk-free trial at https://nordvpn.com/chaelsonnen

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/chaelsonnen

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)

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)

On today's episode I discuss: Intro (00:00)My heated argument with Ariel Helwani on the MMA Hour (01:02)My response to Jorge Masvidal's comments (17:06)What happened to Israel Adesanya? (33:43)Who I think will headline UFC 300 (44:32)The importance of UFC 295 for MMA in 2024 (54:59)Plus, I give my official predictions for Tom Aspinall vs. Sergei Pavlovich (1:04:28) and Jiří Procházka vs. Alex Pereira (1:14:02).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 Ontario. Bonus bets expire one hundred sixty eight hours after issuance. See sportsbook.draftkings.com/mma terms for eligibility and deposit restrictions, terms, and responsible gaming resources.

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 #ufc295

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)

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 favourite over Sergei Pavlovich (46:56)

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 

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/chaelsonnenVessi - go to vessi.com/chael & use code: CHAEL to get 15% off your orderMomentous - visit www.livemomentous.com & use code CHAEL for 20% off

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 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 resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply.#UFC294 #ESPNMMA

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 resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply.

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.

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.

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 

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 

*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.

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.

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 

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 

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, 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 resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply.  

After one of the most historic upsets in UFC history, I discuss the following on today's episode:Sean Strickland's incredible performance at UFC 293, Israel Adesanya's uncharacteristic showing, and whether I believe Izzy deserves an immediate title fight (00:55)Alexander Volkov's massive win over Tai Tuivasa and how the Russian might fare in a suddenly interesting heavyweight division (20:43)I know Sean O'Malley's next opponent! (32:56)And of course ... I give you a little history lesson on the BTK killer -- one of the most notorious serial killers in U.S. history (40:30).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, 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 resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply.  

UFC 293 is here and there's also a bunch more going on in MMA. On today's episode, I discuss:The restraining order placed against Dillon Danis by Logan Paul's fiancee and why it reminds me of the time I was in Russia with Matt Lindland ... and is the fight now in jeopardy? (1:00)The Nelk Boys vs. Andrew Schultz (13:36)Sean O'Malley's next fight and why it doesn't even matter who the opponent is (38:03)The UFC 293 press conference and my biggest takeaways from it (47:08)Why Dricus Du Plessis better make sure he's sitting there cageside tomorrow night (57:36)How heavy underdog Sean Strickland can dethrone the middleweight champion Israel Adesanya (1:06:00)And more!Big thanks to this episode's sponsors: Delete Me - go to joindeleteme.com/chael & use code: CHAEL for 20% off any planDraftKings 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 resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply.  

After another thrilling card in Paris, I'm here to react to the action and I'm also going to give you a little sneak peek into Saturday's upcoming UFC 293. Here's what to expect on today's episode:Ciryl Gane performed beautifully on the cage, but terribly on the microphone (00:58)The first time I ever met Sean Strickland and whether I ever thought a kid like that would make it to a UFC title fight (21:22)If Israel Adesanya wins on Saturday, will he call out Dricus Du Plessis or the winner of Paulo Costa vs. Khamzat Chimaev? (30:32)I believe Marlon Vera is a guarantee to be Sean O'Malley's next opponent; the only question that's left is ... when will it happen? (43:13)And more!Big thanks to this episode's sponsors: Delete Me - go to joindeleteme.com/chael & use code: CHAEL for 20% off any planDraftKings 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 resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply.  

I'm all fired up on today's show. Here's what I discuss:Khabib Nurmagomedov's top 15 pound-for-pound rankings of all time and the two major issues I have with his list (00:58)Dustin Poirier's cryptic tweet about his next fight ... so naturally I give him a phone call mid-show (14:47)Dana White's criticism of Merab Dvalishvili and why I believe Merab needs my help ASAP (30:45)Henry Cejudo's claim that Aljamain Sterling vs. Sean O'Malley "only" did 350,000 PPV buys and what we should make of this (40:25)My brilliant idea for sweetening the pot at next month's UFC 293 (46:44)Plus, I give Ciryl Gane some love ahead of his UFC Paris main event (1:07:35) and I shut down this Brock Lesnar at UFC 300 nonsense (1:16:12).We are grateful for this episode's 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, 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 resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply.  

After an emotional weekend in combat sports, I discuss the following on today's episode:Max Holloway's win over The Korean Zombie and what's next for the former UFC featherweight champion (00:45)Ilia Topuria saying he'll tap out Alexander Volkanovski and why I think that's a dumb thing to say (18:29)Why I commend Conor McGregor for a tweet he put out this weekend about the Michael Chandler fight (28:16)How UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya reminds me of boxing legend Jack Johnson (36:37)Why Merab Dvalishvili just made a big mistake (45:36)Plus, I tell you why the Logan Paul fight is Dillon Danis' last hope.We are grateful for this episode's 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, 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 resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply.  

In another wide-ranging episode, I talk about:How Suga' Sean O'Malley now holds all the cards in the UFC bantamweight division (00:53)Why there's only two guys who make sense for Ian Machado Garry in his next fight (10:12)Conor McGregor's crazy 24 hours (22:06)The mayhem that broke out at the Logan Paul - Dillon Danis press conference in London and why it has me excited for the fight (35:37)Why I believe Alexander Volkanovski is the most feared man in UFC history (48:23)And um ... why are we doing this fight between Max Holloway and The Korean Zombie tomorrow morning?Big thanks to this episode's 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. In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In West Virginia, visit www.1800gambler.net. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races All games regulated by the West Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/mmaterms

In my special UFC 292 reaction episode, I discuss the following after a WILD weekend in Boston for ol' Uncle Chael:Why I think new UFC bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley has just transformed MMA as we know it (00:56)Aljamain Sterling's post-fight comments and the thing he said that no one else is picking up on (7:33)Whether Ian Machado Garry is the good guy or the bad guy (15:29)Why I believe Chris Weidman should be holding his head up high today despite the tough loss to Brad Tavares (26:14)Conor McGregor's strange voice notes and how his battle with USADA shows he's losing his stronghold on the sport (33:07)And guess what? I wrote the foreword to my producer's FIRST book! If you want to see my masterful writing, check out the paperback on Amazon or the e-books at this link.Big thanks to this episode's 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. In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In West Virginia, visit www.1800gambler.net. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races All games regulated by the West Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/mmaterms

I'm a busy man in Boston but of course I wasn't gonna leave you hanging! On today's UFC 292 preview podcast, I discuss the following:The real reason why Marlon Vera finds himself on the card tomorrow night (1:11)Why I feel that no matter what happens in the main event, both Aljamain Sterling and Sean O'Malley will be fighting for titles in their next fights (9:02)What to expect in Chris Weidman's big return fight (23:15)Ian Machado Garry's claim that he's carrying UFC 292 and how I feel the fight between he and Neil Magny will go down (31:19)Plus, I take a look at the strawweight title fight between Zhang Weili and Amanda Lemos (44:56) and of course ... the main event (49:30).And guess what? I wrote the foreword to my producer's FIRST book! If you want to see my masterful writing, check out the paperback book on Barnes & Noble or the e-book on Amazon.Big thanks to this episode's 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 $150 in bonus bets.Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In West Virginia, visit www.1800gambler.net. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races All games regulated by the West Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/mmaterms

After another newsworthy weekend of combat sports and just before UFC 292, Chael discusses the following on today's episode:Why Chael doesn't disagree with Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson's handling of the Michel Pereira weight miss fiasco at UFC 291 (00:58)Whether Dricus Du Plessis or Khamzat Chimaev presents a tougher test for UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya (12:33)Conor McGregor's ambitious roadmap for his next three fights and whether Chael thinks he'll follow through with this plan (20:01)Aljamain Sterling vs. Sean O'Malley at UFC 292 in Boston and if Chael believes Sterling will actually exit the bantamweight division after the fight like Aljo says he will (30:52)The oddsmakers' big belief in Ian Machado Garry and whether Chael thinks Las Vegas is disrespecting the veteran Neil Magny (39:47)Big thanks to this episode's 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 $150 in bonus bets.Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In West Virginia, visit www.1800gambler.net. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races All games regulated by the West Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/mmaterms

On today's episode, Chael discusses:How Dricus Du Plessis can get himself back into the middleweight title conversation after this week's official booking of Israel Adesanya vs. Sean Strickland at UFC 293 in Sydney next month (00:51)Derrick Lewis' decision to re-sign with the UFC and why Chael loves everything Lewis has done in the past month (19:24)Chael's idea for who Nate Diaz should fight if he decides to return to the UFC (25:34)Dana White doubling down on Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler, which leaves Chael wondering about the real reason why it's taking so long to make this fight (33:32)Plus, a lookahead to next week's UFC 292 by discussing Ian Machado Garry's new opponent (42:38) and what makes Aljamain Sterling vs. Sean O'Malley such a compelling matchup (49:55).

Back from a weekend in Dallas for Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz, Chael discusses the following on today's episode:Paul vs. Diaz and what Chael's biggest takeaway from the weekend was (00:56)Twitter wars exchanged between Paul and Conor McGregor and what Paul's no-sell of McGregor means for the Irishman, plus Chael gives McGregor some slack (15:07)Cory Sandhagen's incredible performance over Rob Font in Nashville and why Chael wants to take back his past criticism of the top bantamweight contender (27:04)Why Khamzat Chimaev vs. Paulo Costa in October could be one of the biggest fights of the year (45:25)And more!

On today's episode, Chael previews a wild weekend in combat sports. But first, he gets into some more UFC 291 fallout and the uncertainty around the middleweight and light heavyweight title pictures. He discusses:Jorge Masvidal's $100,000 bet on Dustin Poirier at UFC 291 and Chael's displeasure with the current state of the BMF belt (00:47)Why Chael is upset with Justin Gaethje after he tweeted at Conor McGregor (10:51) and why Chael isn't convinced McGregor will ever fight again (20:15)Some mystery surrounding Jiri Prochazka, USADA, and the supposed "worst shoulder injury in UFC history" that the former champion has somehow recovered from in less than nine months (32:22)Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland not coming to terms yet for next month's title fight in Sydney ... leaving Chael vowing to step in and get the terms hammered out (43:05)Then, Chael talks about the UFC Nashville main event between Cory Sandhagen and Rob Font (52:41), as well as Saturday's massive boxing fight between Jake Paul and Nate Diaz and why Chael is foaming at the mouth to watch it (1:00:46).Big thank you to this episode's sponsor: Momentous Sleep Pack visit www.livemomentous.com & use code CHAEL for 20% off 

Back after a crazy weekend in Salt Lake City, Chael discusses the following on today's UFC 291 reaction episode:What to do with BMF champion Justin Gaethje following his head-kick win over Dustin Poirier (1:02)Why Chael thinks Jan Blachowicz beat Alex Pereira but nonetheless ... Pereira finds himself in the midst of a historic UFC run (7:56)Derrick Lewis' nearly perfect outing that now has him set to field some lucrative offers in free agency (16:53)Why, despite a dominant win over Michael Chiesa, Chael believes Kevin Holland should go back up to 185 lbs. (32:36)Conor McGregor's tweets at Gaethje and where the Irishman fits into this whole lightweight mess involving Gaethje, Charles Oliveira, Islam Makhachev, Michael Chandler, and Alexander Volkanovski (41:47)Plus, Chael tells you why Lewis owes Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson a massive favor.Big thank you to this episode's sponsor: Momentous Sleep Pack visit www.livemomentous.com & use code CHAEL for 20% off 

Right before heading off to Salt Lake City to cover UFC 291 for ESPN, Chael sits down to get into all of the latest MMA news, as well as this weekend's must-see card. On today's episode, he talks about:Michael Bisping's high praise of Tom Aspinall and Chael's take on how the British star can get to the UFC heavyweight title (00:58)Why the world's (supposedly) most dangerous man -- Jon Jones -- is a coward on social media (9:20)The official booking of Paulo Costa vs. Khamzat Chimaev and why Chael thinks this could be one of the top fights of 2023 (18:33)Whether Chael thinks we'll actually see a rematch between "retired" fighters Jorge Masvidal and Ben Askren (27:47)Then, Chael spends the rest of the show talking about UFC 291 and why tomorrow night represents a do-or-die situation for several fighters on the card (33:25). Plus, official predictions for Jan Blachowicz vs. Alex Pereira (57:17) and Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje 2 (1:03:25).And more!

UFC 291 fight week is upon us! On today's episode, Chael discusses:The impressive return of Tom Aspinall and how he's perfectly set up his path to the heavyweight title (00:58)Jon Jones' response to Aspinall's win and whether Chael thinks the heavyweight champion is afraid to face the likes of Aspinall and Sergei Pavlovich (12:18)Dricus Du Plessis pulling out of the Israel Adesanya title fight and whether Sean Strickland is the right guy to step in his place (19:27)Paul Craig's callout of Bo Nickal and if that's the right fight to make (33:02)Plus, Chael breaks down Saturday's upcoming main event between Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje at UFC 291 (38:56).

On today's episode, Chael discusses: How Israel Adesanya has already won against Dricus Du Plessis (00:22)Paulo Costa vs. Khamzat Chimaev, and the mystery of why the Brazilian finally signed the contract (13:33)Dana White's announcement of Islam Makhachev vs Charles Oliveira, and whether Do Bronx actually wants that fight (23:22)Why Chael believes Tom Aspinall might be the future of the UFC heavyweight division (31:58)Paddy Pimblett's bizarre nutrition regimen (39:17)And much more! 

In this loaded Friday episode, Chael discusses the following:Francis Ngannou's huge win in securing a boxing fight with Tyson Fury, but also why Chael doesn't feel this fight is a real sporting event (00:56)Why Fury should be ashamed of himself for taking this fight (19:04)Why Chael believes Israel Adesanya vs. Dricus Du Plessis could be one of the best fights of the year (39:03)Chael's advice to rising superstar Bo Nickal (58:01)Alexander Volkanovski's dismissing of top featherweight contender Ilia Topuria (1:05:28)Plus, more Jon Jones retirement rumors and are you still watching "The Ultimate Fighter"?Big thanks to this episode's sponsor: DraftKings Sportsbook - https://sportsbook.draftkings.comNew Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $150 in bonus bets.

In this special UFC 290 reaction episode, Chael discusses the following:Alexander Volkanovski's beatdown of Yair Rodriguez and what the UFC should do next with the featherweight great (00:53)Dricus Du Plessis's unlikely ascendance, and also the post-fight staredown with Israel Adesanya that DDP hoped would never happen (7:54)An interesting spot for rising star Bo Nickal (23:47)Chael's favorite Robbie Lawler stories following Lawler's perfect retirement fight (31:56)Plus, Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic are officially booked for Madison Square Garden in November. But ... did either guy actually want this to happen (40:05)?Big thanks to this episode's sponsor: DraftKings Sportsbook - https://sportsbook.draftkings.comNew Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $150 in bonus bets.

Chael's bringing the honesty on today's special UFC 290 preview episode. Today, he gets into the following:Conor McGregor's tweet about being "well in preparation" and the he said/he said between McGregor and USADA regarding the Irishman's status in the testing pool (00:33)Rumors of a comeback for Ronda Rousey and Chael's idea for the best way to bring her back into the UFC mix (11:18)Alex Pereira's insane physique (8 percent body fat!) and why Chael thinks the former middleweight champ will be even better at 205 lbs. (17:10)Chael's harsh words for the UFC middleweights who refused to step in on short notice to fight Bo Nickal on Saturday at UFC 290 (23:37)Plus, UFC 290 official predictions (38:40).To support this show, please give "You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen" a FOLLOW on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.