On today’s episode, I discuss: Intro (00:00)Jon Jones pulling out of UFC 295 (00:55)What to do with the UFC heavyweight division (14:58)The fallout of the Johnny Walker vs. Magomed Ankalaev fight (33:42)Khamzat Chimaev and the middleweights who refuse to fight him (46:02)Who Islam Makhachev’s next opponent should be (58:51)Why Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou is the biggest mismatch in combat sports history (1:09:36) My take on Francis Ngannou’s tough luck story (1:20:12)Big thanks to our sponsors -NordVPN - get a 30 day risk-free trial at https://nordvpn.com/chaelsonnen Vessi - go to vessi.com/chael & use code: CHAEL to get 15% off your order Momentous - visit www.livemomentous.com & use code CHAEL for 20% off 

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Jon Jones Is Out of UFC 295! Plus, Middleweights Still Won’t Fight Khamzat Chimaev

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After another weekend of nonstop action in combat sports, Uncle Chael is here to give you the goods!* Here's what to expect on today's episode:Ilia Topuria, Max Holloway, and the featherweight title picture (00:00)My pie-in-the-sky dream for the BMF belt (12:25)Mike Perry's unexpected career turnaround, and Conor McGregor's investment in BKFC (21:34)Why UFC 301 matters and why you, as a fan, should tune in (31:28)What to make of Jose Aldo's upcoming return on Saturday night (39:50)Some big news concerning Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson (49:11)*All time codes are approximate. To support this show, please leave me a review on my Apple Podcasts page or submit a 5-star rating on Spotify! Special thanks to this episode’s sponsor -  Draft Kings Sportsbook. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app. New Customers use code CHAEL to bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets! Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler, or in West Virginia visit www.1800gambler.net. In New York, call 8778 HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling: 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. See DKNG.com/MMA for eligibility and deposit restrictions, terms, and responsible gaming resources.

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Why You Should Care About UFC 301, My Unsolicited Advice to Brian Ortega, and Mike Perry's INCREDIBLE BKFC Run!

Happy Friday, everybody! Here's what's coming up on today's program:Why I can't stop thinking about Ryan Garcia's win over Devin Haney (00:00)Who Tom Aspinall could fight at UFC 304 in Manchester (22:00)Why I feel Justin Gaethje could fight for a UFC title again (31:52)What exactly is Ronda Rousey expecting from her media tour? (41:56)My take on The Rock's upcoming biopic about Mark Kerr (52:24)To support the program, please follow us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

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Tom Aspinall's TBD First Title Defense. Plus, Justin Gaethje's Uncertain Future, and Ryan Garcia's "Act"

No UFC this past weekend, but a bunch still happened in the combat sports world! Allow me to get into it on today's episode.* Here's what to expect:A hindsight look at Ryan Garcia's antics leading up to his fight with Devin Haney (00:00)Michael Chandler says his bout agreement with Conor McGregor hasn't been signed ... uh oh (09:58)Comparisons between Garcia and McGregor (18:02)Whether Max Holloway would put up the BMF belt against Ilia Topuria (27:43)My reaction to the U.S. Olympics wrestling trials (37:38)*All time codes are approximate. To support this fine program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify feed. You want to help me out, don't ya?

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Ryan Garcia's $2 Million Bet Pays Off, and Michael Chandler vs. Conor McGregor Isn't Official...

Guys, there's still so much to get to in the wake of UFC 300! I'm gonna dive way deeper on today's episode. Here's what's coming up in this Friday mega-edition* of the program:Michael Chandler vs. Conor McGregor FINALLY has serious stakes attached to it (00:00)Why I agree with Joe Rogan's take on Max Holloway's knockout of Justin Gaethje (10:45)Ilia Topuria has called out Max Holloway as part of the champ's master plan (21:52)Arman Tsarukyan's dust-up with a fan at UFC 300 (33:14)Jamahal Hill's big mistake against Alex Pereira (41:32)You guys will hate me when you hear who I think Pereira should fight next (53:42)Everyone wants to see Khamzat Chimaev vs. Bo Nickal ... is it time to make it happen? (01:03:35)My thoughts on Ryan Garcia's descent into madness ahead of his boxing fight with Devin Haney (01:13:20)*All time codes are approximate.

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The Greatest Knockout in UFC HISTORY! Plus, Ilia Topuria Flips the Script and Ryan Garcia's Descent Into Madness

What a weekend in Las Vegas at UFC 300! On today's episode, I'm gonna react to everything I saw while taking in one of the best fight cards we've seen in some time.* Here's what's coming up:What I think Max Holloway should do given his newfound leverage (00:00)Why I believe Alex Pereira can already stake his claim as the GOAT (12:10)Conor McGregor is finally set to return ... but will he actually headline UFC 303? (22:58)My respect for both Kayla Harrison and Holly Holm is at an all-time high (32:23)I'm not mad at Arman Tsarukyan, just disappointed (42:22)UFC 300 wrap-up: Bo Nickal's showing, Aljamain Sterling's featherweight debut, and more (52:45)*All time codes are approximate. To support this amazing program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a 5-star rating on Spotify.

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Jon Jones Is Out of UFC 295! Plus, Middleweights Still Won’t Fight Khamzat Chimaev

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