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Happy Friday! Here's what's coming up on today's episode*:Dana White has pushed back the Michael Chandler vs. Conor McGregor date (00:00)Potential "jaw-dropping" options for the UFC 300 main event (05:45)With Dricus du Plessis out for UFC 300, some other middleweights need to speak up! (19:51)Why you're all silly for thinking Ilia Topuria will easily dispose of Alexander Volkanovski (31:33)Is Renato Moicano vs. Paddy Pimblett the fight to make? (41:21)Dustin Poirier is the underdog against Benoit Saint-Denis ... should he be? (48:30)Some public beef between Ian Garry and Rampage Jackson (59:27)*All time codes are approximate.Special thanks to this episode's sponsor - Draft Kings Sportsbook - visit https://sportsbook.draftkings.comNew Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets!Gambling problem? Call 1-800Gambler or in West Virginia visit www.1800gambler.net In New York, call 877-8HopeNY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, help is available for problem gamblin

Hope you folks had a great weekend! Here's what's coming up* on today's episode:Why Renato Moicano's post-fight speech stole my attention Saturday night (00:00)Charles Radtke is playing a game I wouldn't advise him to play...but it's working (07:55)Bad blood between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk has me HOOKED on that fight (17:32)So what exactly did Dustin Poirier get to fight Benoit Saint-Denis? (29:31)A story about my friend and hot salads (39:33)*All time codes are approximate.Special thanks to this episode's sponsor - Draft Kings Sportsbook - visit https://sportsbook.draftkings.comNew Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets!Gambling problem? Call 1-800Gambler or in West Virginia visit www.1800gambler.net In New York, call 877-8HopeNY 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 (in Kansas). 21+ age varies by jurisdict

On today's episode, I discuss:Dricus du Plessis and Israel Adesanya were offered UFC 300 spots, but will it happen? (00:00)Why I suspect Daniel Cormier knows something about the UFC 300 main event (08:19)Some crazy ideas I have for the UFC 300 main event (17:46)Kayla Harrison's big problem heading into her UFC debut against Holly Holm (22:45)Joe Rogan's thoughts on the BMF title fight between Max Holloway and Justin Gaethje (34:15)Why I have an issue with Cory Sandhagen's 2024 plans (40:34)Did Jon Anik really need to apologize? (48:10)All time codes are approximate.Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed today's episode, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on Spotify.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What's happening, guys? Uncle Chael is back and as usual, we've got lots to get into today:The mystery surrounding the UFC 300 main event (00:00)The Max Holloway-Justin Gaethje BMF title fight slated for UFC 300 (09:35)Khamzat Chimaev's middleweight title prospects in 2024 (17:43)Why I'm excited that Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier are going at each other again (28:19)Why UFC commentator Jon Anik is considering retirement (36:30)*All time codes are approximate.Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed today's episode, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on Spotify.Our Sponsors:* Check out Drizly: https://drizly.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I'm back! And we have lots to discuss on today's episode*. Here's what's coming up:Why I think the judges got it right in the UFC 297 main event (00:00)BIG UFC 300 news coming, and why I think it could involve Conor McGregor (13:40)Dricus du Plessis's incredible journey to becoming champion (24:55)How Sean Strickland could convince the UFC to give him an immediate title rematch (35:53)Some thoughts on what fighters should and should not say (46:06)To support the program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on Spotify. I deserve it, don't you think?*All time codes are approximate.Our Sponsors:* Check out Drizly: https://drizly.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Happy UFC 297 fight week! Here's what's coming up on today's episode*:Coach Javier Mendez's response to what I said last week about Khabib Nurmagomedov's possible appearance at UFC 300 (00:00)Magomed Ankalaev's offer to Alex Pereira (10:20)My reaction to the BORING press conference between Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou (20:42)What the future with Dricus Du Plessis as champion would look like (28:09)WHY is Conor McGregor (allegedly) fighting Michael Chandler? (40:55)Joe Rogan's take on Colby Covington's poor performance against Leon Edwards at UFC 296 (52:25)*All time codes are approximate.Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed today's episode, please let me know by leaving me a review on my Apple Podcasts page or by leaving me a comment on my Spotify page.Our Sponsors:* Check out Drizly: https://drizly.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What a week it's been! Lots to get to on today's show*. Here's what's coming up:Why I'm confident Dana White will put on a massive headliner at UFC 300 (00:00)Whether Dustin Poirier made a mistake accepting a fight with Benoit Saint Denis (12:57)Why I have little interest in a boxing fight between Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz (20:46)Why I love Ian Garry's callout of Colby Covington (31:56)An online back-and-forth between Tom Aspinall and Jon Jones and what I make of it all (42:29)Arnold Allen's concerns about Alexander Volkanovski returning too soon (01:05:32)Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed today's episode, please let me know by leaving me a review on my Apple Podcasts page or by leaving me a comment on my Spotify page.All time codes are approximate.Our Sponsors:* Check out Drizly: https://drizly.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What a weekend in fight announcements! Coming up on today's episode*, I discuss the following:Why I respect Dustin Poirier for agreeing to fight surging lightweight Benoit Saint Denis (00:00)Why I don't believe Charles Oliveira will actually fight Arman Tsarukyan -- shocker, right? (09:00)I'm not sure why Francis Ngannou is boxing Anthony Joshua (15:05)Ngannou's uncertain MMA future (28:55)Dricus Du Plessis is happy to see Sean Strickland cry (37:47)My West Linn road rage story! (44:57)To support the show, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a 5-star rating on my Spotify feed. I deserve it, don't ya think?*All time codes are approximate.Our Sponsors:* Check out Drizly: https://drizly.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I'm all fired up on today's show everybody. Here's what to expect*:Why you shouldn't believe Conor McGregor's announcement video (00:00)Whether Michael Chandler deserves applause for being the most patient man in MMA (09:20)Why the UFC MUST convince Islam Makhachev to move up to welterweight (15:34)A page that Ian Garry is borrowing out of Jeffrey Epstein's book. Yes, you read that right (22:51)Jorge Masvidal's "unretirement" and the interesting position he finds himself in now (29:24)Ariel Helwani's report that the UFC has mysterious plans for UFC 300. What could they be? (40:04)The U.S. Supreme Court, presidential candidate Nikki Haley, and how far is too far in fight promotion? (47:06)*All segment time codes are approximate.Our Sponsors:* Check out Drizly: https://drizly.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Happy New Year! Here's what I'm talking about in the first episode of 2024:Why I loved how Conor McGregor announced his fight with Michael Chandler (00:00)Whether I'd rather see Dricus Du Plessis or Sean Strickland against Israel Adesanya next (09:49)The stunning revelation that USADA has tested Paulo Costa more than Jon Jones (16:25)Why it's obvious Khamzat Chimaev is operating on a different plan than you think he is (27:21)Kevin Holland's troll job of Ian Garry (37:18)Thanks for all your support! To show me even more love, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on my Spotify page.Our Sponsors:* Check out Drizly: https://drizly.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I'm back from the holidays! I know you missed me, but I promise I'll make it up to you today by getting into the following juicy topics on today's show:Is Conor McGregor the victim that he says he is? (00:00)Sean O'Malley's statement that the UFC loses money when McGregor fights (01:52)Why I don't understand Bo Nickal's UFC 300 matchup (21:07)A potential mind-blowing heavyweight matchup for UFC 300 (30:57)Whether Sean Strickland is underrated or Dricus Du Plessis is overrated (37:31)Israel Adesanya's next steps and some changes I'd like to see the UFC make in 2024 (44:07)Why I disagree with something Joe Rogan said on his podcast last week (53:34)Thanks for all your support this year! To show me even more love, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on my Spotify page.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I'm off next Tuesday, so to make up for it I've got a loaded show for you all today! Here's what's coming up:What really happened between Leon Edwards and Colby Covington at UFC 296 (00:00)What I think Covington will do next (17:15)Shavkat Rakhmonov is 18-0 and no one cares. Why? (26:00)The hilarious back-and-forth between Leon Edwards and Belal Muhammad (37:27)Why Ian Garry got sick at the PERFECT time (48:51)The awe-striking ascent of both Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis (57:15)Why Bo Nickal needs to care about more things than fighting on UFC 300* (01:09:06)Merry Christmas! To support the show, kindly leave me a review on my Apple Podcasts page or submit a rating on Spotify.We are thankful for this episode’s sponsor: NordVPN - get a 30 day risk-free trial at https://nordvpn.com/chaelsonnen*This episode was recorded before Thursday night's flurry of fight announcements. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Back from Las Vegas after covering UFC 296 for ESPN, I discuss the following on today's show:Why it's possible Belal Muhammad will get skipped over again (00:00)Why Paddy Pimblett impressed me in his win over Tony Ferguson (11:30)My thoughts on the incident between Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis (20:12)Why Ian Garry got very lucky this weekend (31:39)Islam Makhachev's hopes of fighting for a welterweight belt (40:49)We are thankful for this episode’s sponsor: NordVPN - get a 30 day risk-free trial at https://nordvpn.com/chaelsonnenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A Thursday episode? That's right folks; consider it an early Christmas present from Uncle Chael. Here's what's coming up in this UFC 296 preview episode:Ian Garry's social media video addressing the haters (00:00)**Why Saturday night could be Colby Covington's final UFC fight (09:25)Would Joe Rogan have beaten Wesley Snipes? (15:07)My breakdown of Josh Emmett vs. Bryce Mitchell (24:41)Official prediction: Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Wonderboy Thompson (31:48)Official prediction: Vicente Luque vs. Ian Garry (37:53)Official prediction: Leon Edwards vs. Colby Covington (44:15)And don't forget! I'll be hosting the World MMA Awards Friday night at 10 p.m. ET over on ESPN. Tune in.**This episode was recorded before I broke the news that Ian Garry is out of his UFC 296 fight.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

UFC 296 week is upon us! Here's what's coming up on today's show:Why Leon Edwards turned on Ian Garry (00:00)Garry fears for his safety now ... but why? (10:02)Belal Muhammad says he's the backup fighter for the UFC 296 main event (14:53)Who gets the next welterweight title shot after this weekend?(23:03)Islam Makhachev is suddenly calling his shots (31:52)A recent scheme that shows why Floyd Mayweather is so brilliant (39:54)Big thanks to this episode's sponsor - Draft Kings Sportsbook - visit https://sportsbook.draftkings.comNew Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $150 in bonus bets!Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler or visit www.1800gambler.net. In New York, call 877-HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In CT, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777, or visit ccpg.org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (in Kansas). 21 + age varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bonus bets expire 180 hours after issuance. Se

Lots to catch up on today boys and girls! Here's what to expect on this episode:How Mike Perry became the face of BKFC (00:00)Why I'm dying for Jorge Masvidal to respond to Perry's callout (12:35)My thoughts on the stoppage in last weekend's Bobby Green fight (19:34)Whether Conor McGregor actually wants to fight Michael Chandler (30:56)Apparently, Khamzat Chimaev broke his hand during his UFC 294 fight with Kamaru Usman. What do we make of it? (40:44)Comparing the UFC journeys of Dricus Du Plessis and Bo Nickal (46:07)Why Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall need to knock it off (53:42)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We've got a lot of top-notch MMA before the year ends and on today's episode, I cover some things we can expect to unfold in the coming weeks:Why I feel sorry for Ian Garry ahead of UFC 296 (00:00)Colby Covington's solid preparation for Leon Edwards (10:46)Islam Makhachev's determination to fight at 170 lbs. (19:55)The behind-the-scenes of the making of big fights in combat sports (28:35)To support this show, please submit a review on my Apple Podcasts page or a rating on my Spotify feed.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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

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

Hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving! Today I get into the following: What did the PFL actually purchase with their acquisition of Bellator? (01:18)Whether now is the right time for the Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou rematch (13:45)ESPN ranking Tom Aspinall above Jon Jones in the UFC heavyweight division (24:25)Who should replace Dan Hooker after he pulled out of in his fight against Bobby Green (36:20)Some advice for Max Holloway in his eventual move to the UFC lightweight division (46:23)Why Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler will not headline UFC 300 (54:34)We are thankful for this episode’s sponsor:  NordVPN - get a 30 day risk-free trial at https://nordvpn.com/chaelsonnenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy