Chael Sonnen Talks Conor McGregor, Nate Diaz, John Cena, and More - MMA Fighting

Chael Sonnen discusses the UFC 282 main event change, Alex Pereira’s future, World Cup issues, Conor McGregor situation with USADA, Nate Diaz’s future, his issues with John Cena, Twitter, Tito Ortiz fight, and more.
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[@aflashyguy]

awesome interview Chael should have this guy on more often

[@dyseofficial8412]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣👌👌👌👌👌👌👌

[@Unibot47]

lmao

[@lifeWizard435]

Ha! Nice take. 👍🏻

[@tomrowlandhill]

Genuine LOL

[@jollyurum6844]

Ariel: "Who's the pierra guy you keep talking about"😂😂😂😂😂

[@profightsinfo]

I’ll never forget last time when Chael was on here and said “he slept with 10 people, eight of them were women…”

[@MMAFightMagazine]

What was he saying that in reference to?

[@Noryb2119]

He said that about the WWE ex promotor Vince MacMahon. Not himself. Funny ass interview though!

[@SalmonKid7]

I need Chael and Ariel once a week

[@profightsinfo]

I second this.

[@DanaOrtiz]

Third

[@Luisoliva57]

4th

[@godisgoodgodisgreat3434]

wasn’t there a clip of sonnen getting mad at ariel i swear it was big news last year

[@sahagunjjs7527]

Agreed

[@HER0121]

Chael is the only person I have to watch at 1/2 speed

[@TPhoenixt]

lol, obviously you don’t watch Ben Shapiro nor did I expect you to

[@JG-ce3pu]

@@TPhoenixt look at you, so superior. Lmao, go outside a little

[@rrai-]

@@TPhoenixt what a sophisticated gentleman

[@TPhoenixt]

I was trying to be funny boys, i guess I’ll have to go hang with the Care Bears

[@rjim1]

@@TPhoenixt I do mate and once you get used to his speech it makes everyone else seem extremely slow in comparison!

[@MrZoro75]

Loved how passionate Chael was with every single take. The intensity that he spoke with when recanting the tale of his teacher honestly surprised me as he’s never really spoken on the topic 🙏🏼

[@2k7podge2k7]

The cte kicks in quick

[@Induna123]

He'll end up having an aneurism the way he talks like that. Insane man.

[@coryspann5774]

Guys gonna have a stroke mid video one day 😂 his blood pressure is like 60 psi in the thumbnail

[@MrZoro75]

@@coryspann5774 I swear he’s on attack/Bad-Guy mode whenever he’s with Ariel 🤣😂

[@High2GetBy]

He's so good he could have just made that story up right there on the spot 😂 tho the intensity makes me think it's true. I mean he's clearly not over that teacher thing 😂

[@zackarybourbonnais1178]

A 50 minutes interview with Chael Sonnen amazing

[@Induna123]

A 50 minute interview with Chael is 50 minutes too long.

[@zenmasta1260]

I had to tune into watch Chael Sonnen so he can tell me how to think about things.

[@TruthSeeker-rn1tm]

I wouldn't if I were you

[@TruthSeeker-rn1tm]

Nothing Zen about that interview for sure!!!

[@JoaoPedro-hb3ms]

@@TruthSeeker-rn1tm cringe

[@who5301]

@@TruthSeeker-rn1tm tf kid?

[@usernamehere6061]

That is life. You get educated in youth how to view the world, may as well get educated by the undisputed undefeated champ.

[@martinbyrnenl]

Chael complete and utter legend!!!

[@Unhiptiger5207]

Could listen to that man talk all day

[@SuperhumanFitness]

I never expected to hear Chael pronounce Pereira’s name properly

[@scottc2076]

It’s kind of funny how he mispronounces everyone’s name. Ariel did mispronounce his name too but not as bad 😂

[@joebenson528]

"Pea-era"

[@AHighlander]

Hahaha. Me neither.

[@mikeclizzy2138]

@@joebenson528 pee -air -ugh

[@Nick-kb2jc]

I am truly jealous of Cheal’s articulation and general speaking skills. It really is a skill. His brain clearly moves very fast, like mine, yet he is still able to organize thoughts and articulate. The older I get the more I admire people who are good at speaking. I basically need to have everything I’m going to say written down in advance.

[@eliminator173]

I think its because he genuinely loves MMA and is passionate about talking about it.

[@Nick-kb2jc]

@@eliminator173 I’m passionate about things too. Video game development, for example. But if I had to do an interview like this and answer questions in detail on the fly, it would just be a disaster and incoherent. I’ve never been good at speaking without preparation. Like down to each and every word I want to say.

[@eliminator173]

@@Nick-kb2jc its definitely a skill he has but I feel like all those thoughts are running through his head already waiting to be said out lout. He's very George Carlin like.

[@doinked7465]

I have the same thought hearing him speak. It’s truly amazing that he can take a random topic from the news, discuss it for 15 seconds and then go on enough to tangents to fill a 15 minute youtube video

[@Chuck26814]

According to Chael, you’re envious

[@NarutoManiac300]

Bro Ariel calling Chael out on piera is pure comedy we need to see more of ariel and chael fr.

[@snyder_fine_art]

I was curious what Chael would do and he pronounced it correctly (as he could) which was surprising. I've never heard someone call him out nor have I heard him break character

[@isakdahl7875]

@@snyder_fine_art Chael mispronounces names on purpose to drive comments, it’s genius. Ariel broke kayfabe

[@leviticusrock9191]

My love for Unlce chael is as pure as everyone who has commented the same thing. What a living legend

[@jonathanswink2682]

The chemistry is absolutely gold.I could listen to a 3 hour podcast every week just going at it

[@sigmachad5331]

Growing up as diehard Anderson Silva fan - I really disliked Chael and his antics. Over the years, he peels the curtain back more and more and he's actually super insightful and charming. I don't think anyone else in my life has went from "I really dislike this guy" to "This guy is one of my favorites" Chael is seriously just the best. Really miss the show you guys had together.

[@igorveloso100]

Michael Bisping is that guy for me.

[@myopinionmatters8473]

@@igorveloso100 stole my comment. I'll dismiss myself

[@daniellesublime]

Yep lol. Extreme dislike for Sonnen and Bisping back then. And over the last few years they have turned into 2 of my favorite people to watch and listen to. It's a trip.

[@cozmos1335]

the whole "no, i enjoy it" part had me rolling

[@moxfulder4453]

Wild but possibly my favourite interview ever. I don't even know why. I need another Chael and Ariel show. Complete opposites that work so well together.

[@yaushaeomessias4837]

Who’s Pierra?!

[@Pluto-qw4gg]

Bit are you jelous of Chael having THE biggest arms in mma or envious?

[@ricksouza9299]

They are both silvertongued trolls so theres always verbal conflict. Its their element of competition

[@ryan25067]

You must be new

[@angelspawn7734]

lol at the end when Ariel went on a rant and unintentionally exposed he got upset. Literally out his mouth "its the people that say they dont get bothered, do get bothered" as he goes on an angry rant, lol. That my friends is called projection.

[@AntonioGomez-gg7dd]

Chael was too funny here. Sheer entertainment.

[@sdsamara]

You can always count on Chael to have contradicting hot takes. It’s good to know that as people get old everyone’s arguments turn into “well back in my day” 😅 would love to see Chael v Ortiz. Make it happen bad guy!

[@usernamehere6061]

Its only contradicting to you if you agree with suppressing speech. He did not say anything contradictory.

[@dannyg2197]

It's only contradicting if you're an NPC

[@SexMachine32301]

It will happen to youuuuu 😂 -Grandpa Simpsons. Eventually we all get old and say "back in my day or when I was growing up"

[@Bot-rp7rj]

Free speech is hardly a "hot take"

[@teacopem]

He has basic and normal takes, but he's surrounded by weird ppl so it just seems his takes are 'hot takes'

[@TristanChicklowski]

Hands-down this is the best episode ever. Also I’ve never heard such an amazing philosophically sound argument for the first amendment. I’m so grateful he would not drop it and persisted. I think it made for an amazing conversation! Ariel I’ve always liked you but I genuinely love how you maintained your composure through that.

[@executivelifehacks6747]

Lost respect for Ariel during this one

[@daniellesublime]

@@executivelifehacks6747 same

[@reservoirfrogs2177]

@@executivelifehacks6747 Thinks differently so you lose respect. What makes you people any different from liberals?

[@PTO_Finesse]

Chael was on one today had me crying laughing the whole way “DOO SOSOODODSOSOSOS DOOOOO IRAN!!!!”

[@johnnybravo6951]

Timestamp?

[@drewpatten729]

@@johnnybravo6951 14:59

[@jmodyrts25]

EyeRan!

[@drewpatten729]

“WHAT DO YOU MEAN NO…. DO YOU MEAN YES CHAEL”😂😂😂

[@nev3rlo5t]

I love how on multiple occasions Chael correctly explained the difference between jealousy and envy and then when talking about his envy of John Cena he described envy but called it jealousy

[@SteveWoodsGsy]

Ariel’s reaction to Chael’s chair movement at 35.58 is hilarious 🤣🤣

[@rollin60z]

35:58 do it right and wtf is your picture gayboi

[@seafooddunleavy9995]

This was 10/10 Chael P. He's as on it as ever

[@pjbuma13]

Cocaine?

[@DanaOrtiz]

You got my uncle on the show finally!!!!

[@yearzero7025]

Chael is hilarious

[@astro3586]

I remember months ago Ariel saying Alex PEHERA emphasizing he wanted to say it right. Ever since I’ve been jumping back and forth between all versions

[@gammawavee5780]

5:25 finally someone calls Chael out on those name slanders lmao

[@ilkovic8772]

I love them, they're too funny at times

[@antonioking4937]

“It’s not that I won’t let you speak it’s just that I’m trying make sure there is interesting content being made here “ 🤣🤣🤣🤣 the lighthearted shade by both guys 🤣🤣🤣

[@connorrhodes6603]

Ariel: “do you need some water right now? Your intensity is so high. You are just so excited to talk to me” 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@PinkuStyle]

Lmao

[@MrJdeeze]

I'm always surprised by how much I enjoy Ariel and Chael catch ups.

[@pattonmaclean4777]

Is there meth in Mean Street Coffee?

[@drewID]

loving chaels elevated manic energy in this one

[@reeb9016]

Thanks Ariel for teaching Chael how to pronounce Pereira. That was driving nuts. 😆

[@yaushaeomessias4837]

Ariel is the best, that was hilarious.

[@hyphen2126]

Chael did him a big favor here. Giving him this much goat content.

[@jawadkazmi5327]

First DC humanised Ariel for us, and taught us that even a evil long nosed guy can be loved. and Ariel won hearts Now Chael reminds us that even nerds need and sometimes deserve love.

[@DjDugiUK]

Man I wish Chael was still fighting. What a legend. Fighters today seriously lack IT

[@BriggsStratton11]

The best part: Chael didnt deny the upcoming Tito fight. Awesome!

[@carlosjoaquim3555]

You must have uncle Chael on more often The 2 of you together are legendary

[@nikolasdiallo]

Chael x Ariel show? I’d love a weekly episode - Chael doing his live stream from his channel’s angle was spot-on, midway felt like I was on his channel watching an episode.

[@antoniomontilla9349]

If they can get along lol

[@FILIPE05]

How did Ariel Convince Chael to change the way he pronounces Pereira’s name😂😂😂

[@waalex11]

Doubt he'll remember. He said it incorrectly again afterwards.

[@Infraredx]

Chael is so solid throughout the entire video man what a mind

[@cjar4100]

this segment was golden. love the banter and the love between the 2. both views hold merit :D "down the middle arial" lol

[@gabe7466]

Ariel saying he doesn’t care but he would constantly bring up different topics while Chael was talking 😂

[@jacksonholiman6230]

Yeah because Chael would go off on random ass tangents and Ariel's job is to keep it at least sort of about MMA.

[@TheMopangbend]

When is Lord Chael gonna apologize to his subs for promoting the “Established Titles Scam he promoted the hell out of.

[@opticalcanine]

His obsession with John Cena and Twitter is insane

[@jeromeacosta1881]

I love this! We need more of this type of back and forth honesty!

[@dannytran1587]

Facts! I’m always surprised how Ariel is fearless to call people out on the things they say about him 😂

[@jeromeacosta1881]

@@dannytran1587 I know I love it! There are not too many people straightforward enough to do that. You have to respect that about it like em or hate em you have to respect that!

[@gunner799]

24:46 “not a matter of me not letting you speak...” Hahahahh

[@dannytran1587]

😂😂He’s talking a lot and that hurt him

[@HONK3Y]

Ariel's stance on Twitter is just gross. It's the typical elite journalist point of view.."you mean anyone will be able to report the news?..I'm not going to be special anymore"

[@SteveWoodsGsy]

You guys are so funny together! Great double act! Love it 🥰

[@jaimel2037]

“Goodbye turkey!” What a mic drop finish 😂😂

[@chryslertechnician3439]

Chaels the best guest

[@MisterK-YT]

There’s never been a better guest

[@ricey0809]

Chael owned Ariel, even though he tried to start something first. He got real quiet and tried to change the subject when things got real

[@Jexxtor]

I love Ariel and Chael on an interview. These two are the best duo ever hands down. 💯

[@1acarrillo75]

Chael is hilarious!!! No one can out talk Chael! Chael pronounces words any way that he deems necessary!!! "I-RAN" Chael is simply hilarious!!!

[@dwarner9158]

Chael has never lost around against Ariel

[@snyder_fine_art]

You missed todays rounds apparently. Although, I shouldn't say that bc I can tell they have fun and like each other even though they are polar opposites

[@tassivemits13]

@@snyder_fine_art Enlighten us, Snyder

[@dwarner9158]

@@snyder_fine_art you’re high as a kite

[@snyder_fine_art]

@@tassivemits13 Look, I like Chael. I think Chael likes to hear himself talk, which is to the benefit of many considering how funny he is. Chael is intelligent. I'm just convinced that many people mistake the constant high volume of his voice with him being relentlessly accurate. Compare that to Ariel. Ariel is also intelligent and humorous. He's level-headed and is seemingly able to maintain his composure everywhere he goes. When it comes to quick wits, Ariel has Chael's number, and I'm saying this knowing I may get some push back. Each of them use their respective quick wit differently. Chael for put downs and Ariel for quips. When I watch this video, it's obvious to me that Ariel got the best of Chael. Not that he tried to get the best of him, but that it ended up that way.

[@tassivemits13]

@@snyder_fine_art Agree to disagree I think Chael walked Ariel like his dog on a leash.

[@davidelliott8890]

This is a master class on how to be interviewed! Everyone take notes!

[@Bilstar1979]

Uncle Chael is just so good, I could listen to that guy all day.

[@wisspa8407]

Chael could easily make a great politician… His Election speeches would be electric

[@vaneast411]

sometimes the free content on KZbin is priceless Thx Chael ✌️ and thanks Ariel… ‘Purr-air-ahh’

[@waalex11]

Love Chael's bantering, lol.

[@ic1000]

Sorry Chanel, I missed this live as I was watching the world cup 😂

[@Isaac-ql9ht]

Chael is a great entertainer

[@DavidRamos-nz4bh]

Chael is always yelling, cracks me up.

[@mchammer1982]

The card this weekend is better than the ppv the following weekend

[@lil_biscuit6711]

Next weekend is definitely better, I’d hope this is sarcasm. Both cards have notable names but next weekend has a lot of depth and we’ll learn about people like Till, Paddy, Rosas, Topuria for example. There’s a lot of storylines and it makes it bigger than just the names of it ya know

[@dadrifles]

This is a must watch

[@jimbok2492]

If you didn't know Chael. You v just met the GOAT

[@blackiechan573]

17:39 as soon as he mentions peds he immediately takes off his sweater...what a great chael and ariel moment

[@mrpickles5084]

Ariel.. it's a private company they can do what they like. Chael is the best!

[@OKCTexan]

50 mins of chael dunking on squariel is great

[@komerczka]

Wow, this guy who never lost a round is trully the legend.

[@gareth_howard]

Chael is the GOAT!!!

[@909Terpsz]

Pierra 😂😂😂😂

[@raypadilla356]

Chael for president

[@snyder_fine_art]

If you want America to be a nationwide Twitter.

[@johndenver7035]

Best duo in MMA media.

[@iamherpderp]

starting to understand why dana doesn't like ariel

[@dominictarnold4943]

Someone finally corrects lord Chael of the pronunciation of Pereira….5:20

[@vercingetorixavernian8978]

CHAEL IS FULL OF ENERGY I LOVE IT!!!! Let’s go hahaha what a character

[@unsub6737]

Keep doing you Unc, we'd love to hear more about this Frenchman "Pierre". Ariel & The Bad Guy.

[@waalex11]

30:20 Chael getting up his sofa, lol.

[@MichaelSilverMedia]

Chael saying soccer nerds was my highlight.

[@Dbone2k4]

Love hearing chael and Ariel talking with all there knowledge and funny personalities

[@ravinegi995]

27:13 John cena part

[@edsamuilis6512]

Not only is Chael a UFC champ! ( I saw him holding the belt),He also is the champ on the microphone!!

[@davideicher3857]

Great conversation! I appreciate you both.

[@brianaspeelman9540]

CHAEL AND HIS POLITICAL VIEWS ARE THE GREATEST

[@joshbowers7794]

Nobody can cut promos like Uncle Chael

[@NikolaTeslaEE]

Chael was serious when he said he takes every one else’s investigative reporting and then does videos on that info. That is why he is the real OG of MMA.

[@monkpato]

Chael is something else!

[@greatunclejo]

Wow, amazing!! Please more Chael.

[@notoriousmerc6069]

Undefeated and Undisputed. Bring back Chael.

[@galathilion]

Thanks for calling him out on the way he pronounces "Pereira". Only him and Schaub do it that way, and it drive me nuts.

[@MP_3122]

Charles shtick is to mispronounce names. He does it ok purpose

[@galathilion]

@@MP_3122 yes, I've seen it over the years, but this particular case drives me insane for some reason.

[@popcornsutton6267]

I'm a simple man....I see Chael Sonnen I click

[@ankitmayank9478]

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[@TheDuketexas04]

Chael needs a permanent chair on the mma hour. There's not a Duo like them

[@calebrobinson3144]

PLEASE can chael be on mma hour every week

[@zanekennedy4994]

“Is he there?” “WHERE ELSE WOULD HE BE!?” 😂😂