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Chael Sonnen argues that Gina Carano’s best path back to the cage is a fight with Holly Holm, saying Holm is the only plausible headline opponent if Carano truly wants to return, a plan that follows her 17‑second loss to Rousey and her coach’s claim she was gutted and considering another fight.
As UFC 328 approaches, Chael Sonnen calls Sean Strickland America’s final defense against Khamzat Chimaev’s looming era, noting Chimaev’s heavy favoritism and the broader narrative of shifts in the sport’s talent pipeline. The piece also touches on Chimaev’s potential move to light heavyweight and a perceived trend away from Russian fighters, framing the bout as a clash that could shape the UFC’s middleweight future and martial arts landscape.
Chael Sonnen believes Francis Ngannou 'lost' by rejecting a fight with Jake Paul, highlighting the social media exchange and shifting relationships between the fighters, with Ngannou previously supporting Paul but now criticizing him after his Netflix fight with Mike Tyson.
Craig Jones defeated Chael Sonnen twice with the buggy choke in a superfight at CJI 2, after Sonnen was knocked out in both attempts, leading to Jones's victory by double buggy choke.
A UFC legend believes Jon Jones is enjoying his current power position in the heavyweight division, relishing the control over a potential fight with Tom Aspinall, while still waiting for the right moment to return to the Octagon and unify the titles.
Colby Covington and Joaquin Buckley faced off at the ceremonial weigh-ins for UFC on ESPN 63 in Tampa, Florida, ahead of their welterweight bout. After making weight, the fighters exchanged intense words, with UFC Hall of Famer Chael Sonnen speaking on Covington's behalf during the post-staredown interview. The fight is set to be the final UFC event of 2024, airing on ESPN2 and streaming on ESPN+.
Chael Sonnen speculates that the UFC is planning a fight between Alex Pereira and Tom Aspinall for the interim heavyweight title at UFC 311 in January, rather than having either fighter face the winner of the upcoming Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic bout at UFC 309. Sonnen suggests that Pereira and Aspinall will be in attendance at UFC 309, and the UFC may set up a future fight between them, with the winner potentially facing Jones or Miocic. This plan hinges on several factors, including Pereira's recovery from a hand injury.
Chael Sonnen and Daniel Cormier discuss Conor McGregor's recent silence and cancellation of a press conference ahead of his UFC 303 fight against Michael Chandler. Sonnen views McGregor's absence as a sign of renewed focus, while Cormier finds it worrisome and potentially indicative of larger issues. The cancellation has led to speculation about McGregor's current condition and possible contract negotiations. McGregor later issued a vague apology for the cancellation, leaving the situation open to interpretation.
Chael Sonnen is confident that Conor McGregor will fight Michael Chandler at UFC 303 despite the recent cancellation of a pre-fight press conference. Sonnen believes McGregor adheres to a personal code that ensures he won't pull out of the fight. However, if McGregor is unable to compete, Sonnen suggests Chandler should fight Max Holloway for the BMF title.
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has warned fans to brace for disappointment regarding Conor McGregor's scheduled comeback at UFC 303 after a press conference in Dublin was canceled. McGregor cited "obstacles outside of our control" for the postponement, leading to speculation about his preparation and potential injuries. While Chael Sonnen remains optimistic that McGregor is focusing on training, Cormier fears the fight may fall through, raising concerns about McGregor's future in the sport.
MMA legend Chael Sonnen has defended referee Herb Dean after Kevin Holland's gruesome arm-snapping submission win at UFC 302, arguing that Dean was in a difficult position and made the right call despite backlash from fans.
Despite two recent losses, Chael Sonnen believes that former strawweight champion Rose Namajunas is still a force to be reckoned with at 125lbs and has the potential to make a title run in the flyweight division. Namajunas will headline UFC Vegas 89 against Amanda Ribas, who is aiming to secure a significant win over the former champion. While Namajunas is favored to win, Ribas is confident in her ability to secure a knockout victory and steal the spotlight.
Conor McGregor envisions a "perfect movie cast" featuring UFC fighters such as Chael Sonnen, Ronda Rousey, and Paulo Costa, with a cameo from Denzel Washington, as he promotes his movie acting debut in the 'Roadhouse' remake. McGregor, who has been on a hiatus from MMA since breaking his tibia in July 2021, expressed interest in returning to the UFC and has been vocal about potential future fights, including a desire to face Michael Chandler and complete a trilogy with Nate Diaz.
Former UFC star Chael Sonnen claims that Mike Tyson's recent training video for his upcoming fight against Jake Paul is fake and was only posted for views. Despite this, Tyson has expressed his seriousness about the fight, stating that it will be thrilling to watch. Jake Paul, on the other hand, sees the match as an opportunity to prove himself against the legendary heavyweight champion.
Former UFC contender Chael Sonnen has accused Mike Tyson of faking a training video for his upcoming fight against Jake Paul, criticizing the age difference and likening it to Vitor Belfort boxing Evander Holyfield. The video, posted by Tyson, showed him throwing combinations during his first day of training for the fight scheduled on July 20. Sonnen, known for his trash talk, suggested Tyson splashing water on his face and T-shirt to make the audience believe he's training. The bout has also received criticism from other MMA figures, and the outcome will be revealed this summer.