NAC grants Chael Sonnen exemption for testosterone use
The Nevada Athletic Commission cleared the path for UFC middleweight Chael Sonnen to challenge divisional champion Anderson Silva at UFC 148 after the regulatory board approved his request for an exemption pertaining to bi-weekly injections of testosterone. Sonnen met with the NAC yesterday where he detailed his need for Testosterone Replacement Therapy, saying he’d been undergoing treatment since... [Read More...]
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...]
Wanderlei Silva has choice words for Chael Sonnen
Wanderlei Silva would like nothing more than to face Chael Sonnen inside the Octagon. However, Sonnen is currently the middleweight division’s #1 contender and is set to face Anderson Silva for the title meaning Silva-Sonnen aren’t likely to mix it up anytime soon. Though there’s no doubt of Sonnen’s skill, much of his ability to do work inside the Octagon has been overshadowed... [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...]
Michael Bisping: “If I had Chael over five rounds, I’d definitely beat him.”
UFC middleweight Michael Bisping hasn’t forgotten how close his match-up with top contender Chael Sonnen was when the two met in January. The fight earned Sonnen a shot at champion Anderson Silva this summer, but many felt Bisping actually deserved the judges’ decision (and title-shot) based on his overall performance against the polarizing grappler. Though the 33-year old Brit has other things... [Read More...]
Chael Sonnen-Jason “Mayhem” Miller take aim at each other on Twitter
Chael Sonnen doesn’t tend to let a fight – physical or verbal – go without getting in his fair share of blows. After making some remarks concerning Alistair Overeem and his failed drug test for elevated levels of testosterone over the weekend, Sonnen was verbally attacked by Jason “Mayhem” Miller. Apparently, like many fans, Miller seems to remember a certain contender... [Read More...]
Chael Sonnen sick of the lying in MMA
UFC middleweight Chael Sonnen once again lived up to his reputation as a sliver-tongued scrapper this week during a segment of “Chael’s Corner” on UFC Tonight where he took his peers to task over a topic many would argue he himself is quite familiar with – lying. Sonnen made it clear he isn’t necessarily concerned about things his fellow fighters say to help promote future pairings... [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...]
Matt Hughes and Chael Sonnen discuss upcoming Frankie Edgar-Benson Henderson rematch
While appearing on a recent episode of UFC Tonight, iconic former welterweight champion Matt Hughes and current #1 middleweight contender Chael Sonnen covered a number of subjects. Among those things talked about was the upcoming rematch between lightweights Benson Henderson and Frankie Edgar for the divisional title. Hughes, who is quite familiar with rematches during his career, said, “Frankie... [Read More...]
Chael Sonnen calls Quinton Jackson a “crybaby” but still likes him
When you give Chael Sonnen an open mic and allow him to speak his mind you better believe he is going to do just that. While a guest on last night’s episode of MMA Uncensored, Sonnen was asked his opinion on a number of subjects. One of them included Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, specifically in terms of how the former UFC champion has been going about trying to get out of his contract. “I... [Read More...]
Chael Sonnen’s stylings headed to tomorrow night’s episode of MMA Uncensored
Whether fans love or hate UFC middleweight Chael Sonnen, chances are each rabid MMA enthusiast out there is interested in hearing what he has to say. Now, thanks to Spike TV’s MMA Uncensored, they’ll have a chance to do so this week with the added bonus of Sonnen’s commentary coming live as the show unfolds from the studio. Sonnen will join the cast and address a number of topics, one of which... [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...]
Chael Sonnen makes light of himself during post-fight show for UFC on FX 2
Chael Sonnen, without cracking a smile, likely gave viewers watching the post-fight show on Fuel TV for this past Friday’s UFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann a grin from ear-to-ear after offering an insight on the bout many probably didn’t expect to hear. In the card’s main event, Martin Kampmann caught Thiago Alves coming in for a takedown with a Guillotine Choke, earning the submission with... [Read More...]
FOX hooks up highlights of Chael Sonnen’s semi-controversial win over Michael Bisping
Though last night’s main card clashes at UFC on FOX 2 may not have been quite as thrilling as their preliminary peers there’s no question all three bouts were competitive, especially in the case of the co-headliner between middleweights Chael Sonnen and Michael Bisping. Both men went at it for fifteen solid minutes with “The Count” holding his own against the accomplished grappler rather than... [Read More...]
Lyoto Machida interested in fight with Dan Henderson
With Rashad Evans a win away from earning his long awaited shot at Jon Jones’ title it seems fellow top contender, Dan Henderson, could be left in limbo if things play out as expected. However, at least one 205er has stepped up to say he’s interested in fighting the legendary light heavyweight if that’s the case – Lyoto Machida. Machida expressed his desire to hook up with “Hendo” in a... [Read More...]
Chael Sonnen: “I came to Chicago to do Michael Bisping a lot of physical harm.”
Whether due to genuine respect for one another or the lack of time involved, typically outspoken middleweights Michael Bisping and Chael Sonnen opted to focus on refining their skills in the gym than practicing any jabs of the verbal variety. However, with only a few days remaining before Sonnen battles Bisping in co-headlining action at UFC on FOX 2 it appears their newfound free time has prompted... [Read More...]
