You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen

It's UFC 304 fight week! And coming up on today's show, I'll get into some of the interesting betting lines for Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad 2, as well as King Green vs. Paddy Pimblett. Plus, I discuss several angles of the Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry boxing fight, and I finish by talking about Conor McGregor's change of tone regarding his toe "injury."The following time codes are approximate:Jake Paul's win over Mike Perry (00:00)The weight discrepancy in Paul vs. Perry (12:26)Why I'm not counting out Belal Muhammad (22:37)My message to the Paddy Pimblett doubters (32:05)Does Conor McGregor regret how he handled his injury? (43:47)Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: shopify.com/chaelAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Happy Friday -- I've got a lot of news to get into on today's show! I talk about Nate Diaz's $9M lawsuit against Fanmio, why I think there's a chance we see Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Conor McGregor 2, and the short list of opponents Dustin Poirier would be willing to get in the cage with. Plus, I preview the weekend's big boxing fight between Jake Paul and Mike Perry, and I've got a family situation I need your help navigating!CHAPTERS:Nate Diaz's lawsuit against Fanmio (00:00)Khabib vs. McGregor 2? (12:15)Dustin Poirier has a list of opponents (22:05)The end of Paddy Pimblett's contract is near (32:43)Early odds for Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway (44:04)The most overrated/underrated fighters in the UFC (54:16)Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry (01:02:36)I need your advice (01:12:16)To support this program, leave me a review on my Apple Podcasts page or submit a rating on Spotify.Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: shopify.com/chaelAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We have new footage of the unforgettable UFC 229 fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor! I discuss that on today's episode, plus McGregor's guarantee to Michael Chandler that they'll face off later this year. Plus, I give you my thoughts on the latest Jon Jones drama, potential matchups for The Sphere card, and has Valentina Shevchenko silently pulled out of the trilogy fight with Alexa Grasso?The following time codes are approximate:The new Khabib vs. Conor footage (00:00)Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler latest (14:22)Jon Jones' legal troubles continue (24:50)The Sphere rumors (36:42)Women's flyweight title fight rumors (44:08)Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: shopify.com/chaelAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I've got a MEGA-episode for you all today! In this special program, I talk about Dana White's MASSIVE UFC 306 expenses, Michael Chandler making Dustin Poirier mad, and I give you my response to Joe Pyfer's criticism of MMA fans. Plus, I lay out Nate Diaz's path back to the UFC, I wonder whether Israel Adesanya will ever be the same, and I even talk about Adesanya's old friend, Darren Till. In addition to getting you up to date on the Friendly Hacker, I also weigh in on something Joe Rogan said about the Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou fight.The following time codes are approximate:Dana White's $17M bill (00:00)Dustin Poirier responds to Michael Chandler (10:47)The thing Joe Pyfer needs to learn (22:51)How will Israel Adesanya look at UFC 305? (38:03)Darren Till should stop fighting (47:43)Getting Nate Diaz back to UFC (58:31)Was Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou fixed? (01:07:04)The Friendly Hacker update (01:15:25)Good guy vs. bad guy (01:22:10)Make sure to FOLLOW this show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to make sure you get the next big episode straight to your podcast feed!Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: shopify.com/chaelAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I'm back in the studio this week, and I've got an incredible episode coming up for you all today if I do say so myself. I begin by giving you my thoughts on the Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal boxing fight, which went way better than I expected it to. Then, I tell you why I have questions surrounding WBC's decision to expel Ryan Garcia. After that, I talk about Alex Pereira's back-and-forth with Anthony Joshua, as well as an old foe who wants a piece of Pereira. I also defend Stipe Miocic, who spoke up this weekend about the UFC heavyweight division.The following time codes are approximate:Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal recap (00:00)WBC expels Ryan Garcia (15:02)Stipe Miocic breaks his silence (26:52)Alex Pereira to boxing? (37:07)Artem Vakhitov wants Pereira in MMA (49:11)If you enjoy this show, make sure to FOLLOW it on Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify!Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: shopify.com/chaelAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Happy Friday! I'm at home today enjoying life on the outdoor patio, but Uncle Chael has managed to come through for you again on today's episode, where I begin by telling you about what happened with my Twitter account earlier this week. Then, I talk about Michael Chandler's statement that UFC has offered him a title shot against Islam Makhachev. Is it legit? And if so, what does this tell us about Conor McGregor's future? I also pay homage to the great Andrei Arlovski before closing with that TROLL Dricus du Plessis.The following time codes are approximate:I got hacked! (00:00)Michael Chandler offered a title shot? (07:03)If Chandler fights Islam Makhachev, is Conor McGregor retired? (13:28)My advice to Jiri Prochazka (22:27)An ode to Andrei Arlovski (28:40)Dricus du Plessis's UFC 305 press conference performance (36:48)To support this fine show, please submit a 5-star rating on my Apple Podcasts or Spotify pages.Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: shopify.com/chaelAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I'm on the road, but I've still got a brand new UFC 303 reaction episode out for you all today! I cover Alex Pereira's knockout of Jiri Prochazka and what could be in store for the champion. Then, I get into the STUD moves from Diego Lopes and Dan Ige, as well as why I believe Anthony Smith won even in defeat on Saturday night. I also discuss the latest twists and turns in the cursed Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler fight.The following time codes are approximate:What makes Alex Pereira so special? (00:00)Bada** moves by Dan Ige and Diego Lopes (16:53)Major props to Anthony Smith (27:09)What's next for Ian Garry? (32:54)It's looking more and more like Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor won't fight (37:20)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review on my Apple Podcasts page.Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: shopify.com/chaelAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I'm off in Las Vegas for UFC 303 and to celebrate the occasion, I've got a mega-episode today! I begin by talking about all of the behind-the-scenes things involved with the Arman Tsarukyan suspension. Then, I talk about the 185 lb. title picture and a recent training video I saw of Sean Strickland. Plus, I explain why Conor McGregor's hurt "toe" could prevent him from re-booking the fight with Michael Chandler. In addition to all of that, I give you my official predictions for the three best fights of UFC 303! You're welcome.All of the following time codes are approximate:Arman Tsarukyan's suspension (00:00)The middleweight title picture (10:10)The Sean Strickland training video (22:08)Conor McGregor's toe (35:27)Jorge Masvidal is clueless (45:27)The UFC is testing Ian Garry (51:12)Ian Garry vs. MVP prediction (57:56)Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes prediction (01:07:42)Alex Pereira vs. Jiri Prochazka 2 prediction (01:16:32)Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: shopify.com/chaelAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's UFC 303 week! Conor McGregor was supposed to fight this week, but he has an "injured toe." I'll talk about that in an epic rant at the end of the show, but first, I owe Robert Whittaker an apology. I also tell you why I'm so excited for Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes, the UFC 303 co-main event that's flying under-the-radar. I also talk about Alexander Volkov's win over Sergei Pavlovich, and what this reveals to us about Jon Jones.The following time codes are approximate:Robert Whittaker's beatdown of Ikram Aliskerov (00:00)A massive fight between Brian Ortega and Diego Lopes at UFC 303 (11:51)How good is Jon Jones really? (23:07)25 epic minutes on Conor McGregor (32:20)To support this fantastic program ahead of my UFC Hall of Fame induction this weekend, you can FOLLOW the show here on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify.Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: shopify.com/chaelAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I'm back from Brazil, and it seems like I missed a lot! On today's episode, I'm gonna get into it all: My boxing FIGHT with Anderson Silva, why I applaud Conor McGregor for backing out of UFC 303, another bada** move from Alex Pereira, and PR brilliance from Bo Nickal The following time codes are approximate:My boxing fight with Anderson Silva in Brazil (00:00)Conor McGregor's UFC 303 pullout (08:50)Alex Pereira saving the day at UFC 303 (21:21)A brilliant move by Bo Nickal (29:05)I apologize for missing episodes last week, but I had some business to take care of. I'll talk to you all again on Friday.Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: shopify.com/chaelAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Howdy folks! On today’s episode, I discuss:The rumours surrounding why ESPN pulled their UFC 303 advertisements (00:00)Whether Conor McGregor truly planned to fight this year (12:58)Arman Tsarukyan’s smart approach to his potential upcoming Islam Makhachev matchup (23:18)What I make of Dustin Poirier's post fight comments (33:45)Dana White’s plans for the next BMF fight and why it might not feature Max Holloway (42:19)What’s going on with Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul? (50:19) All time codes are approximate.Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: shopify.com/chaelAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What a couple of days it's been since I've last spoken to you! On today's episode, I'm gonna get into my theories behind the canceling of the Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler press conference in Dublin. Plus, I talk about Islam Makhachev's impressive win over Dustin Poirier at UFC 302, and Dana White's insistence that Jon Jones is above Makhachev in the GOAT conversation. I also get into Paulo Costa's sad excuse for a performance against Sean Strickland, and more.To get all my latest episodes straight to your podcast feed, follow the show here on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify!The following time codes are approximate:The canceled Conor McGregor press conference (00:00)What's next for Islam Makhachev and Dustin Poirier (12:08)Islam Makhachev vs. Jon Jones in the GOAT conversation (19:45)Arman Tsarukyan's title hopes (28:07)Paulo Costa vows to change his ways (35:55)Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: shopify.com/chaelAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy