Chael Sonnen News
Chael Sonnen admits he's 'honored' to be Anderson Silva's last fight in Brazil: 'My great moments are tied to him'
Curtis Calhoun - May 20, 2024
Despite their checkered history, Chael Sonnen basks in the honor of being Anderson Silva’s likely last combat sports opponent in Brazil. Sonnen and Silva will clash in a June 15 boxing match in São Paulo. The fight will complete one of the biggest rivalries in combat sports history in Silva’s proposed final Brazil-based fight.
Anderson Silva set to face longtime UFC rival Chael Sonnen in boxing match on June 15
Harry Kettle - May 20, 2024
Former UFC rivals Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen will collide once again in a special boxing match next month. In recent times, fight fans have been wondering what’s next for Anderson Silva. He’s already considered to be one of the greatest of all time in mixed martial arts, and yet he’s still out there competing in the ring.
Chael Sonnen claims Jon Jones legacy will not be affected if he never fights Tom Aspinall: “It's just another fight”
Susan Cox - May 17, 2024
Chael Sonnen is claiming that Jon Jones legacy will not be affected if he never fights Tom Aspinall. The heavyweight division in the UFC has come under scrutiny during these last several months.
Chael Sonnen offers to fight Jorge Masvidal after Nate Diaz boxing match: "I will be juiced up and I will beat him anytime"
Josh Evanoff - May 8, 2024
Former UFC title challenger Chael Sonnen is serious about fighting Jorge Masvidal in the future. ‘Gamebred’ is currently slated to return to combat sports this summer. Jorge Masvidal originally retired after a unanimous decision loss to Gilbert Burns last April, but quickly showed interest in a return. Less than a year removed from that retirement, he’s now back. Masvidal is currently slated to face Nate Diaz in a rematch of sorts on July 6th, in a boxing match.
Chael Sonnen blasts Charles Oliveira's 'list of demands' associated with Conor McGregor/Michael Chandler backup role
Curtis Calhoun - May 6, 2024
Chael Sonnen thinks Charles Oliveira might’ve blown his chances at being the backup fighter to Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler at UFC 303. McGregor and Chandler will finally clash in the UFC 303 main event on June 29 in Las Vegas. The fight comes after months of speculation over whether or not the matchup would finally come to fruition.
Chael Sonnen goes to bat for Ilia Topuria following criticism of BMF title demands for Max Holloway fight
Susan Cox - May 2, 2024
Chael Sonnen is going to bat for Ilia Topuria following recent criticism of his BMF title demands for the Max Holloway fight. The undefeated Ilia Topuria (15-0 MMA) most recently defeated Alexander Volkanovski (26-4 MMA) by KO this past February at UFC 298. With the victory ‘El Matador’ became the UFC featherweight champion.
Chael Sonnen reflects on loss to Jon Jones on the anniversary of UFC 159: "I had a higher juice concentrate than Tropicana!"
Josh Evanoff - April 26, 2024
Nearly 11 years removed from his loss to Jon Jones at UFC 159, Chael Sonnen had to reflect. ‘The American Gangster’ had some massive rivals in his MMA career. Naturally, fans think of his fights with Anderson Silva, Wanderlei Silva, and more, when they think of Chael Sonnen. However, the former UFC title challenger was also in a high-profile feud with Jon Jones a decade ago.
Chael Sonnen shares 'big risk' associated with possible Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane clash at UFC 304
Curtis Calhoun - April 25, 2024
Chael Sonnen feels that a Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane matchup at UFC 304 could be potentially disastrous for the matchmakers. Aspinall is expected to return to defend the interim UFC heavyweight title at UFC 304 in July. As of this writing, his intended return hasn’t been announced, but it’s expected to be shared in the coming weeks.
Chael Sonnen blasts Dricus Du Plessis for attending UFC 300: “If you can't fight because you're hurt, don't come!”
Susan Cox - April 17, 2024
Chael Sonnen is blasting reigning middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis for his decision to attend UFC 300. The historic UFC 300 took place last Saturday, April 13th in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Chael Sonnen speaks after UFC announces his fight with Anderson Silva is going into Hall of Fame: "I was very grateful"
Josh Evanoff - April 16, 2024
Chael Sonnen couldn’t believe that his fight with Anderson Silva was being inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame. Over the weekend, the company held its historic UFC 300 event. The headlines naturally focused on the action going down in the cage, such as Max Holloway’s knockout win over Justin Gaethje, and Alex Pereira’s destruction of Jamahal Hill. Lost in the madness, is that Chael Sonnen will become a Hall of Famer.
Chael Sonnen pokes at 'Pet Idiot' Jorge Masvidal in creative haiku
Curtis Calhoun - April 4, 2024
The latest chapter in the ongoing beef between Chael Sonnen and former UFC star Jorge Masvidal featured creative writing. Sonnen and Masvidal have been on each other’s nerves for months. Things have quickly turned hostile between the two sides, leading to Sonnen needing extra security while working as an analyst at UFC 299 in Miami.
Chael Sonnen defends Ronda Rousey against critics of 'Greatest fighter' remarks: "It's a cautionary tale"
Curtis Calhoun - April 4, 2024
Chael Sonnen defended UFC Hall of Famer Ronda Rousey against fan criticism over naming herself as the greatest MMA fighter of all time. Rousey retired from MMA after a loss to Amanda Nunes at UFC 207. After a 12-fight unbeaten streak during her professional career, she finished her UFC tenure with losses to Holly Holm and Nunes.
Chael Sonnen presents two jaw-dropping theories behind Sean Strickland's delayed UFC return
Curtis Calhoun - April 1, 2024
Chael Sonnen thinks Sean Strickland’s ongoing UFC hiatus might be a small part of the UFC’s big plans for his next fight. Strickland remains sidelined after losing the UFC middleweight title to Dricus du Plessis at UFC 297. Amidst his ongoing absence, Strickland has expressed frustration with the UFC’s hesitancy to book him an immediate rematch with the South African.
Chael Sonnen takes issue with footage of Mike Tyson’s “day 1” training session
Susan Cox - March 14, 2024
Chael Sonnen is taking issue with the footage of Mike Tyson’s ‘day 1’ training session. It was announced a week ago today that Jake Paul would face former world champion Mike Tyson in a boxing match on Saturday, July 20th at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, which will be streamed live on Netflix.
Chael Sonnen reflects on near-street fight with Francis Ngannou: "You ducked Jon Jones"
Josh Evanoff - March 13, 2024
Chael Sonnen and former UFC champion Francis Ngannou nearly came to blows in a street fight. ‘The Predator’ is fresh off his return to combat sports earlier this month in Saudi Arabia. There, Francis Ngannou competed in his second boxing match, against former champion Anthony Joshua. While ‘The Predator’ nearly upset Tyson Fury in his first appearance in the ring, his second fight was brutal.
Chael Sonnen taken by security to undisclosed location following threats from Jorge Masvidal
Susan Cox - March 8, 2024
Chael Sonnen has revealed that he was taken by security to an undisclosed location in Miami following threats from Jorge Masvidal. Sonnen is currently in Miami, Florida for the UFC 299 ‘O’Malley vs. Vera’ pay-per-view event which takes place tomorrow, Saturday March 9th in the Kaseya Center.
Chael Sonnen laughs off Jorge Masvidal's "fake gangster" remark: "I will not let him get close"
Josh Evanoff - March 1, 2024
UFC analyst Chael Sonnen has responded to Jorge Masvidal’s recent threat toward him. ‘Gamebred’ recently announced his intention to come out of retirement, and resume his fighting career. Jorge Masvidal famously promised to retire, with a loss to Gilbert Burns last April. The former UFC title challenger kept his word, after losing to ‘Durinho’ by unanimous decision.
Jorge Masvidal calls to fight 'cheating f*ck' Chael Sonnen: "I would love to f*ck him up"
Josh Evanoff - February 28, 2024
Former UFC title challenger Jorge Masvidal badly wants to fight the retired Chael Sonnen. ‘Gamebred’ is officially out of retirement. Last April, Jorge Masvidal suffered a lopsided decision loss at the hands of Gilbert Burns. Before the bout, the welterweight stated that he would retire with a defeat, and he kept his word. Well, Masvidal kept his word for a little less than a year.