What Happens If Magomed Ankalaev Beats Alex Pereira Again? Plus, Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane (Finally) and Sean Strickland Suspended!
Fight news everywhere! Tom Aspinall will finally return in October against Ciryl Gane, and I'll tell you why this was the right call. Then, Khabib Nurmagomedov says Jon Jones is past his prime (which I don't necessarily agree with), Ilia Topuria is the REAL BMF, Sean Strickland is suspended for his role in a post-fight altercation, Robert Whittaker vs. Reinier de Ridder is going down, and more!Aspinall vs. Gane (00:00)Jon Jones and The White House? (08:10)Khabib's comments on Jones (16:40)Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2 (23:50)Strickland suspended (31:56)Whittaker vs. RDR (37:50)Topuria's BMF claim (45:11)To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.
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Dustin Poirier Says Farewell, Max Holloway’s Future, and Why Dana White Is the Best CEO in America!
Dustin Poirier said farewell on Saturday at UFC 318, and as someone who watched the fight live, I tell you what really happened between Poirier and Max Holloway. Then, I relay my favorite Poirier story before discussing what could lay ahead for the BMF champion Holloway. After that, I explain why Dana White is the best CEO in America right now.Chapters:Holloway vs. Poirier 3 reaction (00:00)My Poirier story (07:03)Holloway's next move (13:10)The White House card (20:18)Paulo Costa discussing Khamzat Chimaev (29:22)To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.
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UFC 318 Preview: My Official Prediction for Holloway vs. Poirier 3! Plus, Max's Misplaced Focus
You guys keep asking me to send you the pictures Conor McGregor sent to Azealia Banks ... why?Then, could training in Dagestan really turn fighters into UFC champions? And why I have a problem with Max Holloway focusing more on Ilia Topuria than Dustin Poirier. Plus, why Dan Ige vs. Patricio Pitbull will be the fight of the night. And finally, my official prediction for Holloway vs.Poirier 3!Chapters:People keep asking me for McGregor’s pictures (00:00)Return policy? (08:51)Move to Dagestan to become UFC champion? (14:19)Holloway more focused on Topuria than Poirier (25:11)Fight of the night: Ige vs. Pitbull (33:49)Official prediction: Holloway vs. Poirier 3 (40:02)To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.
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Conor McGregor’s Unsolicited Pictures, the Fence Grab Controversy, and Will We See Tom Aspinall vs. Derrick Lewis?
Conor McGregor is under fire for allegedly sending unsolicited photos to rapper Azealia Banks — and for his bizarre promo during a recent BKFC press conference. I’ll tell you what’s going on and how fans are reacting. Then, was the UFC Nashville main event stopped too early? I weigh in on that, and whether a fight with Tom Aspinall could be next. Plus, the latest I have on Aspinall and how the heavyweight matchups could shake out. Later, Jon Jones was left off last week’s athlete rankings — but should he still be listed? And finally, how does Khamzat Chimaev beat Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319? Chapters:McGregor’s unsolicited pictures (00:00)McGregor’s BKFC promo (08:55)Derrick Lewis vs. Tallison Teixeira controversy (18:29)Chances of Aspinall vs. Lewis? (27:03)Lewis’ reaction to Teixeira’s illegal fence grab (35:31)Latest on Aspinall’s next opponent (43:26)Jon Jones not in last week’s rankings (51:00)How Chimaev beats du Plessis (58:51)Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. In New York, call 878-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling. Call 887-897-7777 or visit ccpg.org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). 21+ age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. New customers only. Bonus bets expire 168 hours after issuance. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see DKNG.com/AUDIO. To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.
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The Dream UFC White House Card! Plus, Will Khamzat Chimaev RETIRE After UFC 319?
Michael Bisping revealed his dream White House card — I’ll tell you if I agree with his matchups. And now that Jon Jones has re-entered the testing pool, does that automatically earn him a spot on the card? Plus, what does Jones need to do to regain your trust?Then, Derrick Lewis called out Tom Aspinall, which further confirms what I’ve been thinking about Aspinall’s next fight. Plus, Caio Borralho says Khamzat Chimaev will retire if he beats Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 319 — I’ll weigh in on that. Also, who is better: Charles Oliveira or Jack Della Maddalena? And finally, how likely are we to see Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria? Chapters:Dream White House card (00:00)Jon Jones on The White House card? (07:11)How Jones regains trust (18:36)Derrick Lewis calls out Tom Aspinall (27:49)Caio Borralho believes Chimaev retires with win (34:02)Who’s better: Oliveira or JDM? (43:23)How likely is Makhachev vs. Topuria? (51:32)To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.
Chael Sonnen: MMA superstar, American gangster...and bad guy...speaks his mind, drops knowledge and sounds off as the absolute authoritative voice in the world of combat sports. Join Chael as he runs life inside and out of the Octagon, with inside knowledge and unrivaled perspective. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.