Chael Sonnen: “I don’t want his autograph. I want to spit on him.”
In case you hadn’t heard, UFC middleweight Chael Sonnen (27-11-1) is not too fond of divisional champion Anderson Silva (31-4). Whether discussing the Brazilian’s style or substance, Sonnen rarely has anything nice say about Silva and is often happy to say it. However, when it comes to his intense dislike of “The Spider” it turns out Sonnen’s beef is not necessarily a personal one but rather... [Read More...]
Anderson Silva says Chael Sonnen “talks alone”
UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva will not go to war with Chael Sonnen in terms of words. Instead, “The Spider” prefers to do his talking inside the Octagon with his statement coming on July 7 at UFC 148. “Chael Sonnen talks alone,” said Silva, in an interview with TATAME. “I don’t like him. He disrespected my country, my family; so there’s nothing like... [Read More...]
Anderson Silva-Chael Sonnen II officially moved to UFC 148
Though a beautiful thought while it lasted, the highly-anticipated rematch between UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva and colorful contender Chael Sonnen will no longer take place with the backdrop of a Brazilian soccer stadium filled 80,000 screaming fans. Rather, the title-tilt has indeed been shifted to UFC 148 in Las Vegas as had been rumored with UFC President Dana White confirming the news... [Read More...]
Chael Sonnen makes light of Anderson Silva being a “metrosexual”
Top middleweight contender Chael Sonnen hosted a special Q&A session prior to Friday’s UFC 145 weigh-in. During the festivities, Sonnen, who is scheduled to face Anderson Silva for the title later this year, was asked about a recent interview Silva conducted where he claimed to be metrosexual. As you might expect, Sonnen handled the question in typical Sonnen-fashion. “I am shocked.... [Read More...]
Anderson Silva-Chael Sonnen rematch reportedly being moved to Las Vegas
There’s no question the upcoming rematch between UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva and rival Chael Sonnen sells itself and would fill an arena in any MMA-loving area. However, when the bout was revealed for UFC 147, the prospect of seeing the two face off with the backdrop of 80,000 fans in Silva’s proverbial backyard of Rio de Janeiro was one no fan could resist salivating over. Unfortunately,... [Read More...]
Dan Henderson intrigued by Jon Jones, only wants Anderson Silva at middleweight
Though UFC President Dana White recently came forward to guarantee Dan Henderson a title-shot in the division of his choosing, the actual adversary “Hendo” will test his skills against later this year remains up in the air. That somewhat foggy future will become a bit clearer later this month when light heavyweight champion Jon Jones puts his gold up for grabs against rival Rashad Evans at UFC... [Read More...]
Rich Franklin open to third fight with Anderson Silva
After a solid run at 205-pounds Rich Franklin has returned to the division where he made a name for himself as a UFC champion, remaining one of the most dominant forces at 185 until running into current title-holder Anderson Silva. Two fights with the Brazilian resulted in a pair of one-sided losses and ultimately Franklin’s decision to give light heavyweight a go. Now that he’s back at middleweight,... [Read More...]
Chael Sonnen says he has not signed contract to fight Anderson Silva
In what might be casually termed a “buzz kill”, UFC middleweight Chael Sonnen has come forward to reveal he hasn’t actually inked a deal to face champion Anderson Silva on June 23 at UFC 147 in a Brazilian soccer stadium or anywhere else for that matter. Yesterday the UFC announced rivals Sonnen and Silva would meet on the aforementioned date in Rio de Janeiro. The bout is a rematch of their... [Read More...]
Anderson Silva vs. Chael Sonnen II set for June 23 in Rio de Janeiro
It’s official! Not only will Anderson Silva defend his title against rival Chael Sonnen this summer but the card, as rumored, will take place inside a Brazilian soccer stadium with more than 60,000 fans expected to attend. According to an official statement from the UFC, the two will headline UFC 147 on June 23 at Engenhao Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. The card is also expected to feature a long awaited... [Read More...]
Anderson Silva teases possibility of fighting for ten more years
UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva doesn’t appear to be going anywhere in the immediate future except to the gym and the Octagon. Silva, who has a clash with Chael Sonnen likely coming later this year, believes he still has a decade left in him as far as being an active fighter. “The Spider” is currently 36-years old and has been competing since 1997, meaning the number could just be an exaggeration... [Read More...]
Jon Jones is open to but not interested in fight with Anderson Silva
One of the few legitimate “super-fights” in MMA is unquestionably a bout between UFC champions Anderson Silva and Jon Jones. Both men have been dominant over the past few years, looking untouchable for the most part while racking up impressive wins over some of the respective division’s top draws. While each has a serious challenge on the horizon, another few wins could put the talented, title-wearing... [Read More...]
Chael Sonnen offers fake apology to Anderson Silva
During Tuesday night’s episode of UFC Tonight it appeared outspoken middleweight Chael Sonnen had a change of heart regarding rival Anderson Silva. Sonnen, who is scheduled to face Silva for the title later this year, read a letter of apology he’d written for “The Spider” based on all the remarks he’d made in the past about the dynamic Brazilian. However, as soon as the letter concluded,... [Read More...]
Anderson Silva: “You reach a certain age where you don’t heal as fast so you have to take your time.”
While most see Anderson Silva vs. Chael Sonnen Part Deux as a foregone conclusion, as clear cut as the matchmaking may be the UFC has yet to announce an actual bout between the rival middleweights has been signed. Even Sonnen went on record last week to say he has yet to actually be offered the fight despite hearing from multiple sources it’s essentially a done deal. One of the things holding up... [Read More...]
Anderson Silva still suffering from variety of injuries
Anderson Silva’s return to training might not be full-steam ahead just yet. “The Spider” was recently shown working out with several of us usual training partners at a gym in Brazil. Also, Silva’s physiotherapist reported that the UFC middleweight champ was 100% and would be back inside the Octagon very soon. Silva, however, has changed the tune on all that in a recent interview with SporTV,... [Read More...]
Dana White wants to do Chael Sonnen vs. Anderson Silva II in Brazil
Shortly after Chael Sonnen beat Brian Stann this past October, UFC President Dana White referred to the outspoken middleweight’s expected rematch against Anderson Silva as the type of match-up the company would use in hopes of filling a venue like Cowboys Stadium in Dallas. However, with Silva sidelined due to a shoulder injury, Sonnen was booked to face Mark Munoz later this month at UFC on FOX... [Read More...]
Dana White would like to see Anderson Silva finish career vs. GSP or Jon Jones
Dana White has plans for just about everybody under Zuffa’s umbrella including UFC middleweight king Anderson Silva. At the present time those plans call for “The Spider” to rest up from a shoulder injury and face the winner of Chael Sonnen-Mark Munoz in 2012. After that, however, it may all be up to Silva. White, though, wouldn’t mind seeing the 36-year-old Brazilian finish up his career... [Read More...]
Chael Sonnen accepts Anderson Silva’s challenge to fight in Brazil
Middleweight contender Chael Sonnen has agreed to face divisional champion Anderson Silva in his own backyard, going on Twitter Sunday night to accept a recent challenge laid down by “The Spider”. Sonnen, who lost via submission to Silva last year, called out the pound-for-pound king following his most recent win over Brian Stann. However, Silva shrugged off Sonnen’s request, stating... [Read More...]
Chael Sonnen loses cool during interview when asked about Anderson Silva
It seems like someone found a crack in that seemingly thick skin Chael Sonnen sports. While appearing on TSN’s Off The Record Wednesday, Michael Landsberg asked Sonnen why he backed off his terms of a “Loser Leaves Town” match with UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva. By his reaction, it was clear Sonnen did not enjoy the tone that Landsberg used and went on the offensive with the host. “You... [Read More...]
Dana White confirms that Chael Sonnen is next for Anderson Silva
It looks like Chael Sonnen‘s mouth and the fan response to it has earned him another fight against the man on the receiving end of his many verbal jabs – Anderson Silva. Appearing on the Jim Rome Show, UFC president Dana White confirmed that Sonnen would get his rematch, saying, “It’s the fight that everybody wants to see. People want to see Chael vs. Anderson. Anderson is in... [Read More...]
Chael Sonnen: “I knew (Anderson Silva) was a coward.”
Chael Sonnen continues to try and push the buttons of UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva. Sonnen, who lost to Silva via submission in 2010, called out “The Spider” following his most recent win over Brian Stann inside the Octagon. Silva, who is rehabbing a shoulder injury, has made it known that he doesn’t believe Sonnen deserves a rematch. However, with his most recent comments, Sonnen may... [Read More...]
