You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen

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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. 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) 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 #ESPNMMAOur 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. 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.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

*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.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. 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: 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.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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/mmatermsOur 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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/mmatermsOur 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 paperback 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.com New 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/mmatermsOur 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.com New 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/mmatermsOur 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. 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, 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).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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. 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 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!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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. 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, 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 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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!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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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).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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. 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, 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! 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.There will be no episode on Tuesday. We'll be back next Friday!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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With UFC 290 right around the corner ... Chael discusses none of it. On today's episode, Chael instead gets into: Henry Cejudo pulling out of his UFC 292 bout with Chito Vera and Vera's consequent callout of former bantamweight champion Petr Yan (00:45) Valentina Shevchenko finally getting the chance to headline a card in September (9:18) The "deal" between Deontay Wilder and Francis Ngannou (18:41) Whether Conor McGregor is still hanging around because he actually intends to fight or just because he wants to make headlines (24:38) Why NBA superstar LeBron James is a "dry snitch" (33:57) To support this show, please give "You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen" a FOLLOW on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. 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 LOADED episode, Chael discusses: Chael's controversial "phone call" with Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and whether it actually happened (00:46) Why Chael believes interim featherweight champion Yair Rodriguez has a legitimate shot at dethroning Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 290 (14:57) Chael's brilliant idea for Michael Chandler (29:57) If Jon Jones truly deserves to be nominated for an ESPY Award this summer (40:03) It's been six weeks since PFL announced the signing of Francis Ngannou ... what's happened? (1:13:43) Plus, the return of Sean Strickland and where does Kevin Lee fit into all of this?To support this show, please give "You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen" a FOLLOW on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After a wild weekend in MMA news and a fun day of fights in Jacksonville, Chael discusses the following on today's program: Chael's phone call with Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, who hopes to fight Tesla CEO Elon Musk in a cage match at UFC 300 (00:36) Ilia Topuria's jaw-dropping performance against Josh Emmett on Saturday and why he might be the new No. 1 contender at featherweight (11:00) Unemployed Israel Adesanya, career mistakes made by Khamzat Chimaev, and why Robert Whittaker will dismantle Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 290 (26:57) Why Chael believes Francis Ngannou is mismanaging his career, but also why he thinks Conor McGregor has largely gone about things the right way (36:46) And more!To support this show, please give "You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen" a FOLLOW on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. 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, Chael discusses: The booking of Max Holloway vs. The Korean Zombie and why Chael believes this fight makes sense for top featherweight contender Holloway (00:44) The addition of Henry Cejudo vs. Marlon Vera to UFC 292 and what's actually on the line that night in Boston (8:06) Mark Zuckerberg's hiring of ONE Championship grappling ace Mikey Musumeci (24:12) Conor McGregor, Michael Chandler, and the art of war (34:40) Comparisons between Floyd Mayweather vs. McGregor and a speculated fight between Tyson Fury and Jon Jones (44:57) And more!To support this show, please give "You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen" a FOLLOW on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After witnessing one of the best fights in UFC Apex history on Saturday, Chael discusses: Jared Cannonier's incredible performance against Marvin Vettori and his willingness to next fight Khamzat Chimaev, which NO ONE wants to do (00:41) A clone of Chimaev that all of you need to keep your eyes on (19:36) The staredown between Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones at PFL last Friday and why Chael isn't impressed by it (27:04) Why we need to stop worrying about Conor McGregor's next fight (because he won't have one) and instead start focusing on finding an opponent for company man Michael Chandler (34:56) And more!To support this show, please give "You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen" a FOLLOW on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. 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, Chael discusses: If we really should be so confident that Charles Oliveira is guaranteed another crack at Islam Makhachev for the UFC lightweight title (00:00) Why Chael feels that Makhachev misunderstands the importance of the BMF belt (17:38) Israel Adesanya's openness to fighting Alex Pereira (again) for the light heavyweight title in the future (25:44) Something fishy surrounding the UFCs silence on a title fight between Jamahal Hill and Jiří Procházka (32:20) The real reason why the fans aren't getting behind a fight between Francis Ngannou and Deontay Wilder (46:22) And more!To support this show, please give "You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen" a FOLLOW on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A few days removed from a wildly successful night for the UFC in Vancouver, Chael discusses: Amanda Nunes' retirement and how it has created a massive opportunity for female fighters to fill the void she's leaving behind (00:42) Why Charles Oliveira's unbelievable UFC 289 performance has Chael promising he'll never criticize the former lightweight champion again (6:53) How Alexander Volkanovski was actually the biggest winner this past Saturday night (15:50) Rumors of a fight between Jon Jones and Tyson Fury, leaving Chael to wonder what the holdup is in making it happen (34:14) And more!To support this show, please give "You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen" a FOLLOW on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One day before UFC 289 goes down in Vancouver, Chael discusses the following on today's episode: How long it will take Michael Chandler to realize that his fight with Conor McGregor isn't going to happen (00:42) The return of Chris Weidman and some words of caution Chael has for the former UFC middleweight champion (14:47) Why Charles Oliveira vs. Beneil Dariush hasn't been labeled a No. 1 contender fight and what exactly is on the line for Oliveira in this fight (40:12) The women's bantamweight division and why everyone in it is SCARED of Amanda Nunes (48:50) And more!Big thanks to this episode’s sponsor: Draft Kings Sportsbook - use code: CHAEL & bet $5 dollars to get $200 in BONUS BETSOur 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

To kick off pay-per-view week, Chael discusses the following on today's episode: Dana White's post-fight press conference Saturday night and what he said specifically about booking a fight between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler (00:49) An ode to Andrei Arlovski (11:15) Why Chael believes it's guaranteed that we're getting Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic for the UFC heavyweight title at the end of the year (21:15) Is Amanda Nunes hungry enough to stave off Irene Aldana at UFC 289 on Saturday? (32:40) Why Chael believes Charles Oliveira vs. Beneil Dariush is the LOCK of 2023 (42:04) Plus, Chael defends Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his jiu jitsu side hobby (51:06).Big thanks to this episode’s sponsor: Draft Kings Sportsbook - use code: CHAEL & bet $5 dollars to get $200 in BONUS BETSOur 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chael has a lot to on his mind today. He discusses: Conor McGregor's intentional delaying of signing a bout agreement with Michael Chandler and what it really means (00:50) Why Jake Paul needs to keep McGregor's name out of his mouth (11:02) Kai Kara-France's take on what makes teammate Israel Adesanya so special (37:33) Why Chael isn't too concerned about the recent string of positive drug tests in PFL (47:31) Why Chael believes Jon Jones is full of it (56:15) Plus, what is Francis Ngannou's UFC legacy?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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Back after a long holiday weekend, Chael passionately gets into the following on today's episode: A hilarious airport run-in between Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira (00:50) Another Francis Ngannou interview where he spent more time talking poorly about UFC than praising PFL (11:38) Why Aljamain Sterling vs. Sean O'Malley at UFC 292 in Boston is shaping up to be the fight of the summer (28:16) Nate Diaz's path back to the UFC (38:52) The return of "The Ultimate Fighter" tonight as well as more on the saga unfolding between Conor McGregor and big bad USADA (43:25) And much, much 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. 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 loaded episode, Chael discusses: Potential opponents for Francis Ngannou in the boxing ring and what Chael thinks of the social media back-and-forth between Ngannou and Tyson Fury (00:15) The solution to the problems in booking Kamaru Usman vs. Khamzat Chimaev (20:41) If Dricus Du Plessis winning against Robert Whittaker creates a bigger story line for an Israel Adesanya title fight (28:35) Why Chael is so excited for Jan Blachowicz to welcome Alex Pereira to the light heavyweight division (38:00) Plus, more from Chael on Dr. Andrew Huberman (45:05).FOLLOW me on Instagram here: @sonnenchThanks to this episode’s sponsor: Gametime Download the Gametime app or visit Gametime.co and use code: CHAEL for $20 off your first purchase 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Back in the studio after a much-needed getaway, Chael discusses the following on today's program: Conor McGregor's declaration that he's entered the USADA testing pool, which puts him on track to fight at the end of 2023 (00:36) The booking of Aljamain Sterling vs. Sean O'Malley for UFC 292 in August and what this tells us about the bantamweight champ (9:30) The future of the BMF belt beyond UFC 291 and who the heck is going to place the strap around the waist of Dustin Poirier or Justin Gaethje? (20:03) Paulo Costa's next opponent and why he reminds Chael of Khamzat Chimaev, speaking of which... (28:39) A very exciting opportunity coming up for Chael (37:50) Thanks to this episode’s sponsor: Gametime Download the Gametime app or visit Gametime.co and use code: CHAEL for $20 off your first purchase 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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From Hawai'i, Chael talks about the real reason why Justin Gaethje and Dustin Poirier will fight for the vacant BMF belt at UFC 291 (00:15). Plus, Chael gets into possible conspiracy theories surrounding KSI's controversial win in the ring last weekend (14:08).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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chael is on the road this week but that doesn't mean he's forgotten about you guys! On today's episode, Chael discusses: Anthony Smith's bizarre fight on Saturday in Charlotte and what this means for the fan favorite's future Why Johnny Walker didn't do himself any favors in his unimpressive win over Smith Chael's advice for up-and-coming Irish welterweight Ian Machado Garry *This episode was recorded before Francis Ngannou announced that he's signed a lucrative deal with PFL.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In an action-packed episode of the program, Chael discusses: How Merab Dvalishvili stealing Sean O'Malley's jacket led to Henry Cejudo changing his mind about retirement (00:42) Why Chael wants to give the benefit of the doubt to the "rat" in Belal Muhammad's camp who leaked information about his foot injury prior to UFC 288 (24:05) Colby Covington's callout of Islam Makhachev and whether that fight makes sense for the welterweight division (32:13) Rumors that we're close to booking Jamahal Hill vs. Jiri Prochazka for the light heavyweight title (43:42) Why Chael is starting to believe we may never see Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler together in the Octagon (50:10) Plus, thoughts from the Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz press conference, Paddy Pimblett accepts Matt Frevola's callout, and Chael gives props to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After another massive weekend for combat sports, Chael discusses the following on today's episode: What we learned about Aljamain Sterling in Saturday night's close win over Henry Cejudo (00:42) Cejudo's callout of Merab Dvalishvili and when we might see Sterling vs. Sean O'Malley (10:01) What really happened between Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad at UFC 288 and why it deserves your attention (16:56) Matt Frevola's homage to Chael and whether he thinks Paddy Pimblett will accept Frevola's callout (37:50) Plus, Chael talks about the welterweight title picture and the latest with Khamzat Chimaev.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 To support this program, please review it on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.