You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen

A few days removed from the seismic news concerning changes to UFC 282, Chael is here to break it all down. On today's episode, The Bad Guy discusses: Why you, the fans, don't really care about Prochazka-Teixeira 2 getting called off (00:42) An unprecedented situation for Jiri Prochazka and why we need to be paying closer attention to it (11:07) If ring rust will severely hurt Jon Jones in his heavyweight debut that's allegedly targeted for March 2023 (21:55) How Conor McGregor is getting in his own way regarding his return (32:55) Belal Muhammad saying that Kamaru Usman doesn't deserve an immediate title rematch against Leon Edwards (43:40) Presented by: NetSuiteOur 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 was recorded prior to the announcement about the changes to UFC 282. More on that next week!Chael returns from vacation to bring the following stories to you guys: Alex Pereira's massive weight gain in the hours leading up to his UFC 281 title victory over Israel Adesanya two weeks ago (00:49) The UFC looking at making Jon Jones and Curtis Blaydes for UFC 285 in March (9:18) Paulo Costa's negotiations with the UFC for next year's fight with Robert Whittaker (29:46) Rumors of the UFC targeting Gilbert Burns vs. Neil Magny, and what this means for Jorge Masvidal (38:19) And more! Plus, with the World Cup underway, Chael has a message for soccer fans (46:23).Presented by: DaveOur 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.

Still drunk on the madness that was UFC 281, Chael discusses: How Israel Adesanya could have used Alex Pereira's own psychology against him last Saturday night (00:42) Comparisons between Pereira and welterweight champion Leon Edwards (11:32) Advice to Robert Whittaker (24:42) Who Dustin Poirier should fight next following his win over Michael Chandler (30:23) If we aren't giving Pereira enough credit for defeating Adesanya (46:40) Presented by: DaveOur 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.

Two days after one of the most unforgettable nights of the year in New York City, Chael discusses: His immediate thoughts from Saturday night following the end of Adesanya vs. Pereira at UFC 281 (00:49) The bloodbath between Michael Chandler and Dustin Poirier (13:48) One of his favorite stories from his time spent with Anthony "Rumble" Johnson (23:06) Is Pereira vs. Khamzat Chimaev the next middleweight title fight to make? (49:08) Plus, the lightweight title fight is booked (58:35) 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.

With UFC 281 finally here, Chael discusses: The "secret" that Israel Adesanya has in store for Alex Pereira in tomorrow night's main event (23:31) Why Michael Chandler deserves props ahead of his fight with Dustin Poirier (32:17) What's really at stake between Chandler and Poirier (43:07) His official prediction for Adesanya vs. Pereira (51:37) Plus, Chael gauges interest in Jake Paul vs. Andrew Tate (00:42).Presented by: NetSuite & DraftKings**If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH/KS), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA(select parishes)/MI/NH/NJ/ NY/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. $200 in Free bets: New customers only. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 pre-fight moneyline bet. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Bet must win. Stepped Up: 1 Token issued per eligible game. Opt in req. Min $1 bet. Max bet limits apply. Min. 3-leg. Each leg min. -300 odds, total bet +100 odds or longer. 10+ leg req. for 100% boost. Ends at the start of the main card fight of UFC 281. See eligibility & terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/mmaterms.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 looks back on the weekend that was and also looks forward to the big weekend ahead! He discusses: A budding scandal in the world of UFC betting (00:50) Neil Magny's historic weekend that no one knows about (9:28) Belal Muhammad's thoughts on Colby Covington's place in the welterweight division (22:02) Alex Pereira's abnormally fast rise to the middleweight title fight, which takes place on Saturday at UFC 281 in New York City (30:15) And more! Presented by: NetSuite & DraftKings**If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH/KS), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA(select parishes)/MI/NH/NJ/ NY/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. $200 in Free bets: New customers only. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 pre-fight moneyline bet. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Bet must win. Stepped Up: 1 Token issued per eligible game. Opt in req. Min $1 bet. Max bet limits apply. Min. 3-leg. Each leg min. -300 odds, total bet +100 odds or longer. 10+ leg req. for 100% boost. Ends at the start of the main card fight of UFC 281. See eligibility & terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/mmaterms.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 wonderful episode of the best podcast in combat sports, Chael discusses: Who the fans want Jake Paul to fight next (00:42) Why we need to stop criticizing TJ Dillashaw for fighting hurt at UFC 280 (10:49) Robert Whittaker's thoughts on why fighting Khamzat Chimaev would end poorly for Colby Covington (31:19) What we'll know about Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira after next weekend's UFC 281 main event (38:17) A viral video of Zhang Weili picking up Francis Ngannou (48:35) Plus, a classic Chael story (55:52).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 big weekend in combat sports, Chael discusses: Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva and why Chael thinks it's possibly the best boxing fight he's ever seen (00:52) Henri Hooft's thoughts on the mental side of Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira at next weekend's UFC 281 (12:13) Darren Till's cryptic photo (25:29) How Jon Jones hasn't changed during his layoff from the sport (36:19) 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 discusses: If any lightweight contenders can beat Islam Makhachev and how Charles Oliveira can make his way back to the title (00:36) Sean O'Malley's rise to the No. 1 contender spot in the bantamweight rankings (10:40) The right weight class for Khamzat Chimaev and rumors of him fighting Colby Covington next year (21:10) A report of USADA testing Jiri Prozachka an INSANE number of times in the past month (29:53) If we should give up hope on seeing Jon Jones make his heavyweight debut against Stipe Miocic (38:11) 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 280 delivered! And on today's show, Chael discusses: If Saturday night was Aljamain Sterling's biggest moment yet (00:48) Why Sean O'Malley deserves credit for not only how he fought, but also for how he handled himself after his win over Petr Yan (9:12) Islam Makhachev's lightweight title win, where Oliveira went wrong, and the appearance of Alexander Volkanovski after the fight (15:18) What kind of title reign Makhachev will have (26:50) If Henry Cejudo will swoop in for a bantamweight title shot over O'Malley and Marlon Vera (42:44). And, Chael tells you why we shouldn't worry about Conor McGregor not having his name in the USADA testing pool (50:37).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 280 is FINALLY here and on this special Thursday night edition of the show, Chael discusses: A killer prelim welterweight fight between Belal Muhammad and the undefeated Sean Brady (00:42) Why Saturday's fight is an absolute must-win for Beneil Dariush against the rising Mateusz Gamrot (9:42) What Sean O'Malley must do to get past former bantamweight champion Petr Yan (18:20) How Charles Oliveira can silence the doubters and defeat Islam Makhachev (27:15) Plus, some more thoughts on Oliveira vs. Makhachev and where Alexander Volkanovski fits into all of this.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 out from a must-see UFC 280, Chael discusses: Why the public doesn't view Islam Makhachev in the same way it views Khamzat Chimaev (9:20) Michael Bisping's claim that Charles Oliveira is the lightweight GOAT if he defeats Makhachev (17:38) The UFCs interest in booking Stipe Miocic and Jon Jones as the main event of UFC 282 (25:29) Jorge Masvidal's pursuit of a welterweight title shot vs. Leon Edwards (41:06) 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 a great week of MMA news, Chael discusses: Alexander Volkanovski's decision to be the backup fighter for next week's UFC 280 title fight (00:43) Charles Oliveira's proclamation that he's ready to "shock the world" by defeating Islam Makhachev for the lightweight title (12:53) What a win against Petr Yan would look like for Sean O'Malley (29:58) The newly announced UFC 282 light heavyweight fight between Jan Blachowicz and Magomed Ankalaev (53:00) Will we ever see Jon Jones fight again? (1:03:12) 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.

After a rare off weekend for the UFC, Chael discusses: If people are right to doubt Charles Oliveira so much heading into his UFC 280 title fight against Islam Makhachev (00:42) Whether any prominent UFC lightweights will step up to fight Paddy Pimblett at UFC 282 (13:33) How a matchup between Khamzat Chimaev and Bo Nickal might turn out (22:04) Some MMA manager-on-manager drama (29:14) Why aren't any welterweights not named Kamaru Usman trying to fight Leon Edwards for the title next year (42:09)? Plus, some thoughts on ONE Championship (51:00).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: Kevin Holland's decision to come out of "retirement" to face Wonderboy Thompson in a main event in December (00:37) Conor McGregor's vow to fight again at welterweight (9:55) How Jorge Masvidal has gone SOFT (20:38) Some betting line movement for the UFC 280 main event between Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev (30:51) If Sean O'Malley's skills are sharp enough to beat Petr Yan (38:36) Bo Nickal telling Ariel Helwani that he will only agree to fight on the main card of a pay-per-view (46:50) Plus, a mystery surrounding Khamzat Chimaev (57:34).Presented by: BirddogsOur 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 action-packed weekend in MMA, Chael discusses: Mackenzie Dern's performance against Yan Xiaonan in Saturday's UFC main event (00:42) Unforgettable scenes from Aaron Pico's loss to Jeremy Kennedy in Bellator (16:55) A video of Conor McGregor wrestling that has Chael excited about McGregor's eventual return to MMA (27:12) Online words exchanged between McGregor and Michael Bisping (34:34) Who should Colby Covington fight next? (42:17) Presented by: BirddogsOur 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: Yesterday's news that Bo Nickal will fight Jamie Pickett on Dec. 10, and why Chael thinks that fight won't happen (00:37) What it would take for Colby Covington to accept a fight with Khamzat Chimaev (11:40) Why Chael believes the UFC 280 main card will look different on Oct. 22 (20:33) Michael Chandler's criticism of Islam Makhachev (28:45) Unorthodox training videos from Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira (37:22) 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 rare off weekend for the UFC, Chael is here to discuss: A lawsuit brewing between Jake Paul and Eddie Hearn, Cris Cyborg's boxing debut, and Floyd Mayweather's fight in Japan this past weekend (00:37) Comments made by Daniel Cormier about Khamzat Chimaev's historic weight miss at UFC 279 (11:33) The link between the mysterious futures of Nate Diaz and Francis Ngannou (18:51) If there's interest in seeing Jose Aldo -- or any great MMA fighter -- go over to boxing at the end of their careers (30:25) Sparring footage of Conor McGregor that came out on Monday (45:27) 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 show, Chael discusses: Kevin Holland's cryptic Instagram post Thursday morning (00:42) How Paulo Costa has suddenly become a fan favorite (13:19) Paddy Pimblett's willingness to fight Conor McGregor (24:43) McGregor's options if/when he returns to the Octagon (35:23) Heat between Dustin Poirier and Michael Chandler (45:55) The UFC's youngest signee ever (52:24) 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.

PROGRAMMING ALERT: "You're Welcome" will now come out on Tuesdays and Fridays. Make sure you're following the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more for all the newest episodes.On today's show, Chael discusses: UFC and Jose Aldo parting ways, and if this means the legendary Aldo is actually done fighting (00:55) Why Khamzat Chimaev should fight at middleweight (9:52) What the future holds in store for Nate Diaz (17:43) His thoughts on this past weekend's World Wrestling Championships (37:23) 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.

Upon returning from Phoenix after hosting the Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva press conference, Chael discusses: Seeing Anderson Silva for the first time in years, and a conversation Chael had with Silva's son (00:57) Chael's takeaways from meeting Jake and Logan Paul face-to-face for the first time (8:22) What Khamzat Chimaev's weight-cut fiasco tells us about his future (20:30) How Nate Diaz has positioned his career as he prepares to leave the UFC (33:43) A story about how Brendan Schaub's fighting career ended, and how it relates to Tony Ferguson (45:21) UFC 280's main event from the perspective of both Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev (59:37) A big problem with USA Wrestling (1:10:05) Presented by: DraftKingsIf you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA(select parishes)/MI/NH/NJ/ NY/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. New customer offer void in NH/OR/ONT-CA. $200 in Free bets: New customers only. Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 wager. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Ends 9/19/22 @ 8pm. Early Win: 1 Early Win Token issued per eligible game. Opt in req. Token expires at start of eligible game. Min moneyline bet $1. Wagering limits apply. Wagers placed on both sides of moneyline will void bet. Ends 1/8/23 @ 8pm ET. See terms at sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash football terms. 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 279 reaction episode, Chael talks about: The X's and O's of the main event and the emotional inner conflict Chael had watching Nate Diaz fight Tony Ferguson (00:44) What the future holds in store for Ferguson after yet another loss (15:28) Khamzat Chimaev's dominant win over Kevin Holland (22:32) Chimaev's post-fight interview and whether he's succeeding at creating a strong villain persona (30:23) 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 was published prior to Friday's weigh-in drama and the announcement of the new card.One day before UFC 279 goes down in Las Vegas, Chael discusses: Nate Diaz's new fight promotion, Real Fight, Inc. (00:52) If Khamzat Chimaev is making the right move in portraying himself as a villain (14:23) What to expect from new-look Tony Ferguson at welterweight against Li Jingliang (36:56) What if Diaz actually does the unthinkable tomorrow night? (47:20) Plus, a Kevin Holland story (26:21) and Chael gives his official prediction for tomorrow night's main event (58:42)Presented by: DraftKingsIf you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA(select parishes)/MI/NH/NJ/ NY/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. New customer offer void in NH/OR/ONT-CA. $200 in Free bets: New customers only. Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 wager. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Ends 9/19/22 @ 8pm. Early Win: 1 Early Win Token issued per eligible game. Opt in req. Token expires at start of eligible game. Min moneyline bet $1. Wagering limits apply. Wagers placed on both sides of moneyline will void bet. Ends 1/8/23 @ 8pm ET. See terms at sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash football terms.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: A video of a heated exchange between Khamzat Chimaev and Paulo Costa at the UFC Performance Institute this week (00:50) Ciryl Gane's gutsy win over Tai Tuivasa (8:37) and where Gane fits into the heavyweight title picture (18:57) A peculiar position for Robert Whittaker following his masterclass showing over Marvin Vettori this past weekend (29:33) Kamaru Usman's way of handling his stunning UFC 278 loss to Leon Edwards (37:44) Chael's takeaways from training with Nate Diaz years ago, and what he thinks it means for Diaz's chances against Chimaev this Saturday at UFC 279 (49:28) Presented by: DraftKingsIf you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA(select parishes)/MI/NH/NJ/ NY/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. New customer offer void in NH/OR/ONT-CA. $200 in Free bets: New customers only. Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 wager. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Ends 9/19/22 @ 8pm. Early Win: 1 Early Win Token issued per eligible game. Opt in req. Token expires at start of eligible game. Min moneyline bet $1. Wagering limits apply. Wagers placed on both sides of moneyline will void bet. Ends 1/8/23 @ 8pm ET. See terms at sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash football terms.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 talks about: Chael's belief that Leon Edwards cheated against Kamaru Usman at UFC 278, and why he stands by his case despite criticism from Dana White (00:50) A different Charles Oliveira as UFC 280 draws closer (14:12) Why we should be heaping praise upon Jake Paul for trying to fight Anderson Silva in the ring (26:19) What's at stake for Saturday's UFC Paris heavyweight main event between Ciryl Gane and Tai Tuivasa (37:22) 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 vacant December PPV and if the headliner will be Francis Ngannou vs. Jon Jones or Stipe Miocic vs. Jones (00:42) If Leon Edwards' fifth-round knockout of Kamaru Usman is the best head-kick in UFC history (10:56) Why Edwards reminds Chael of former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira (20:35) Colby Covington's place in the welterweight title conversation (29:00) Tonight's ONE Championship title fight between Adriano Moraes and Demetrious Johnson (38:28) Presented by: DaveOur 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 after watching Leon Edwards shock the world with a fifth-round head-kick knockout of former pound-for-pound king Kamaru Usman at UFC 278, Chael discusses: Edwards' inspiring comeback in the final minute of the fight, and why this could actually be a GOOD thing for Kamaru Usman's legacy (00:49) What the welterweight title picture will look like in the coming months (12:58) Luke Rockhold's gutsy performance in the co-main event and why Rockhold shouldn't retire (25:17) A promise Dana White made this weekend, and why he needs to follow through with it (32:12) Joe Rogan's mid-broadcast comments about Nate Diaz's chances of beating Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 279 next month (40:20) Presented by: DaveOur 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 the highly anticipated UFC 278 in Salt Lake City, UT, Chael discusses: What Kamaru Usman really means when he talks about fighting at light heavyweight and boxing Canelo Alvarez (00:52) Luke Rockhold's bold press conference comments and if Paulo Costa will successfully make 185 lbs. (14:46) If tomorrow night could be the last time we see Jose Aldo when he takes on the streaking Merab Dvalishvili (26:26) What's on the line between Rockhold and Costa (33:32) How Usman-Edwards 2 will differ from the first time the guys fought each other in 2015 (39:52) Presented by: DraftKingsIf you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NJ/ NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. N/A in NH/OR/ON. One per new customer. Min. $5 deposit and wager. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Ends 8/20/22. SGP Opt-in req. Max. wager $10. Max winnings vary. Min 3-leg SGP. SGP must lose to receive up to $10 Free Bet award. Exp. prior to start of final UFC 277 fight. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details. 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.

Following another great UFC Fight Night and days before a deep UFC 278 card, Chael talks about: Marlon Vera's fourth-round knockout of Dominick Cruz, why Vera is a star in the making, and what he should do in the coming months (00:50) Why Paddy Pimblett needs to stop gaining so much weight after his fights (11:10) If Andrew Tate makes sense as Jake Paul's next boxing opponent (21:05) Luke Rockhold's career path following this weekend's bout with Paulo Costa (29:17) Kamaru Usman saying he's chasing more "respect" (41:09) Presented by: DraftKingsIf you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NJ/ NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. N/A in NH/OR/ON. One per new customer. Min. $5 deposit and wager. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Ends 8/20/22. SGP Opt-in req. Max. wager $10. Max winnings vary. Min 3-leg SGP. SGP must lose to receive up to $10 Free Bet award. Exp. prior to start of final UFC 277 fight. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details. 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 jam-packed episode, one of the foremost thinkers in all of MMA talks about: Bo Nickal's potential and what he means to the wrestling community (00:42) If Kamaru Usman talking about boxing and competing in other divisions is distracting him ahead his fight with Leon Edwards next week (12:02) Cesar Gracie's thoughts on Khamzat Chimaev vs. Nathan Diaz at UFC 279 (20:16) Whether Suga' Sean O'Malley is guaranteed a title shot if he defeats Petr Yan at UFC 280 (30:15) Tomorrow's UFC bantamweight main event between Marlon Vera and former champion Dominick Cruz (35:02) 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: Jake Paul agreeing to pay the boxers who were slated to fight on the canceled August 6 MSG card (00:43) If Islam Makhachev truly deserves the title shot at UFC 280 (12:13) Why Jorge Masvidal should volunteer to be the backup fighter at UFC 279 (21:11) What's on the line this Saturday between Marlon Vera and Dominick Cruz in San Diego (28:41) If we should expect to see Jon Jones fight in 2022 (37:50) 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 a wide-ranging episode, Chael discusses: The making of Dustin Poirier vs. Michael Chandler for UFC 281 in New York, and what will be on the line (00:36) Comparisons between Khamzat Chimaev and the early days of Conor McGregor's career (18:07) If Israel Adesanya needs Alex Pereira more than ever (27:22) Tom Aspinall injury updates and how the UFC should book Paddy Pimblett from here on out (37:11) Presented by: DaveOur 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 277 now in the rearview mirror, Chael discusses: If Amanda Nunes should face Valentina Shevchenko or Julianna Pena for her bantamweight title defense (00:35) Why Deiveson Figueiredo should move up to 135 lbs. (12:39) The boxing community's puzzling defense of Hasim Rahman Jr. (21:59) An underwhelming UFC 279 main card (35:27) Presented by: DaveOur 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 Sunday UFC 277 reaction show, Chael discusses: Amanda Nunes defeating Julianna Pena in a brutal five-round beatdown (00:42) Brandon Moreno's impressive win over Kai Kara-France and his laughable post-fight interaction with flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo (10:10) Magomed Ankalaev's win over Anthony Smith and what Ankalaev must do to put himself in the light heavyweight title shot conversation (15:54) Plus, Chael gives his immediate thoughts on the canceled Aug. 6 bout between Jake Paul and Hasim Rahman Jr. (22:57).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 discusses the week in MMA story lines and also gives a preview of UFC 277, discussing topics like: Who Paddy Pimblett should fight next (00:49) Charles Oliveira's message to those who doubt him against Islam Makhachev at UFC 280 (14:02) Comments made by Khamzat Chimaev in an interview with Ariel Helwani (25:43) A breakdown of tomorrow's light heavyweight bout between Magomed Ankalaev and Anthony Smith (34:52) Official predictions for Brandon Moreno vs. Kai Kara-France and Julianna Pena (41:38) vs. Amanda Nunes 2 (50:40) 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 UFC London and just days before UFC 277, Chael discusses: Tom Aspinall's tough injury and where the heavyweight division goes from here (00:48) Why Chael thinks Paddy Pimblett has what it takes to be a UFC champion (14:46) Alexander Volkanovski volunteering to be the backup fighter for Charles Oliveira vs. Islam Makhachev at UFC 280 (24:17) Rumors of a fight between Dustin Poirier and Michael Chandler (33:02) Saturday's women's bantamweight title rematch between Julianna Pena and Amanda Nunes (40:27) 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 and a barrage of MMA news, Chael discusses: The booking of Nate Diaz and Khamzat Chimaev in September for UFC 279 (00:42) What the bantamweight division will look like in the coming months (9:20) Why all of you are wrong about Ortega vs. Rodriguez (18:02) Charles Oliveira vs. Islam Makhachev for the vacant lightweight title in October (27:25) John Kavanagh's praise of Conor McGregor (36:03) Why Elon Musk does NOT have to buy Twitter (42:02) No show this Friday! In the meantime, please leave the podcast a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.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 talks about: The hype that's quickly building around Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira (00:42) Kamaru Usman's insistence on fighting at light heavyweight (15:44) What's at stake for tomorrow's ABC main event between Brian Ortega and Yair Rodriguez (26:08) The UFCs evolution during the Dana White era (38:16) Presented by: DaveOur 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: Nate Diaz's gripping interview with Ariel Helwani yesterday (00:42) If Jake Paul vs. Conor McGregor would be bigger than the 2017 boxing fight between McGregor and Floyd Mayweather (7:30) Rafael Fiziev's weekend win over Rafael dos Anjos and consequent callout of Justin Gaethje (17:35) Why the fans are being hypocritical in their criticism of Israel Adesanya (27:30) Advice to the light heavyweights (39:04) Presented by: DaveOur 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 show, Chael discusses: The feud between Israel Adesanya and actor Chris Pratt (00:42) Why we should cut Sean Strickland some slack (7:25) Sean O'Malley calling out Henry Cejudo (23:35) Rafael dos Anjos vs. Rafael Fiziev in Saturday's UFC main event (29:09) What's a bigger heavyweight fight: Francis Ngannou vs. Jon Jones, or Jones vs. Stipe Miocic? (35:22) Presented by: BiOptimizersGo towww.magbreakthrough.com/chael and use CHAEL at checkout to get 10% off and free shippingOur 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 few days of reflecting on UFC 276, Chael discusses the following on today's podcast: What we really learned about Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira on Saturday night (00:43) Khamzat Chimaev's callout of Pereira and what this means for Chimaev's next fight (9:35) Why time is of the essence for Alexander Volkanovski (18:38) How Sean O'Malley will move forward after Saturday's no-contest (29:39) The holdup in booking Stipe Miocic vs. Jon Jones (37:30) Presented by: BiOptimizersGo to www.magbreakthrough.com/chael and use CHAEL at checkout to get 10% off and free shippingOur 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.

Immediately after the end of UFC 276, Chael gives you his instant reaction to a great night of fights. He discusses: Why we should be appreciating Israel Adesanya instead of criticizing him (00:42) Alex Pereira's quick work of Sean Strickland, which now sets the stage for an unprecedented title fight with Adesanya (9:38) Alexander Volkanovski's textbook win and what this victory and his post-fight interview mean for his double champ dreams (20:00) Sean O'Malley's no-contest ruling and where The Suga' Show goes from here (28:27) 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 the culmination of International Fight Week at UFC 276, Chael gets you set for the big event by discussing: Why Chael is such a big fan of the matchup between Israel Adesanya and Jared Cannonier (00:48) Why Adesanya's head coach, Eugene Bareman, deserves more praise than we give him (8:24) The fight that is flying most under the radar this weekend (16:04) Plus, official predictions for Pedro Munhoz vs. Sean O'Malley (23:44), Alexander Volkanovski vs. Max Holloway 3 (29:44), and Adesanya vs. Cannonier (36:57).Presented by: DraftKings**If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/ /NJ/NY/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. New customers only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.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.

As we inch closer to a jam-packed UFC 276, Chael discusses: How the middleweight division will look after Saturday night (18:15) Surprising betting odds for Adesanya vs. Cannonier (27:40) If it's possible that both Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway could move up to 155 lbs. following this fight (36:17) Whether Volkanovski's recent activity will help or hurt him, and if Holloway's recent layoff will help or hurt him (45:30) Plus, Francis Ngannou releases a statement (9:12) and welterweight has a budding star.Presented by: DraftKings**If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/ /NJ/NY/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. New customers only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.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 episode filled with stories about some of the sports biggest stars, Chael discusses: Cowboy Cerrone's new UFC 276 opponent, Jim Miller (00:42) If Alexander Volkanovski should move up to 155 lbs. and immediately fight for a title (5:50) A new side of Robert Whittaker (14:32) Kevin Holland's callout of Nate Diaz and whether that fight makes sense (28:51) A changing of the guard among the upper echelon of UFC stars (43:13) And more.Presented by: FactorOur 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 talks about: Kattar vs. Emmett reaction (00:40) The cursed Donald Cerrone - Joe Lauzon fight (6:24) If Israel Adesanya is looking past Jared Cannonier for their upcoming UFC 276 title bout (22:58) Sean O'Malley's career roadmap (30:49) The latest with Jake Paul and Nate Diaz (36:58) And more.Presented by: FactorOur 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 of the podcast, Chael discusses: If Jiri Prochazka can defend the light heavyweight belt multiple times, and whether it's good or bad for the UFC if he does (00:42) Ali Abdelaziz's comments about Kamaru Usman having the potential to win the light heavyweight belt in the future (10:16) Charles Oliveira's desire to fight Conor McGregor (29:53) Tomorrow night's UFC Fight Night: Kattar vs. Emmett (40:22) And more.Presented by: Bioptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough Go to www.magbreakthrough.com/chael and use CHAEL at checkout to get 10% off and free shippingOur 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 episode full of major MMA headlines, Chael discusses the following: Why the next few days are critical for Glover Teixeira (00:43) Rumors that the winner of Sean Strickland vs. Alex Pereira at UFC 276 will get a middleweight title shot (10:39) The official booking of Kamaru Usman vs. Leon Edwards for August at UFC 278 (19:32) Reports that Conor McGregor will return from injury in 2023 (27:12) Comments from Dana White about Amanda Nunes' drop-off in motivation (34:48) The only person Ronda Rousey says she would fight in a return to MMA (45:00) Presented by: Bioptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough Go to www.magbreakthrough.com/chael and use CHAEL at checkout to get 10% off and free shippingOur 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 this special Sunday UFC 275 reaction show, Chael discusses: Jiri Prochazka's unexpected submission victory over Glover Teixeira in the waning seconds of the fight (00:41) Who should get the next light heavyweight title shot? (6:37) Why the judges didn't score in favor of Taila Santos against Valentina Shevchenko (10:17) Joanna Jedrzejczyk's retirement and her lasting impact on the sport of MMA (23:19) 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 show, Chael talks about: A July heavyweight fight that's flying under the radar (00:50) Whether damage inflicted or control time is more important in scoring (13:20) Zhang Weili vs. Joanna Jedrzejczyk 2 and why it deserves more hype (24:05) If Taila Santos stands a chance against flyweight queen Valentina Shevchenko (30:05) Glover Teixeira's chances of pulling the upset against favorite Jiri Prochazka (39:05) Presented by: DraftKingsIf you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NJ/ NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. New customers only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.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.