Chael Sonnen Shoots on Jon Jones, Dillon Danis, Tommy Fury, Doug Crosby and more | The MMA Hour

Chael Sonnen discusses why it’s time to cut ties with Tommy Fury for the latest Jake Paul fight, the future of Dillon Danis, if Jon Jones will beat Ciryl Gane, the Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler fight, the new season of TUF, his issues with Jim Gray, what happened with judge Douglas Crosby, Dana White’s promotion of UFC 284, and more.
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[@TheDuketexas04]

These guys are gold. Hope to see them as old men still going back and forth over mma

[@SUPER8ALTERN8]

two of the biggest mooks in the game right now honestly

[@mohnjarx7801]

​@@SUPER8ALTERN8 i believe you meant GOATs

[@DoubleDOwnage]

@@SUPER8ALTERN8 please expand.

[@SUPER8ALTERN8]

@@DoubleDOwnage Ariel - out of control ego and disrespects fighters regularly and has a victim mentality, Chael Sonnen is a legend but now his entire shtick is speaking without saying anything so you watch his entire 10 minute video and get nothing from it, hes just selling and wasting your time.

[@stevencoardvenice]

Chael needs to be hired to replace dana. Dana can retire and go focus on his slap contests

[@scawface8053]

Why did I click on this video knowing I need to go to bed 30 minutes ago? Hearing Chael AND Ariel speak in conversation is just impossible to walk away from. Both are Samurai masters of their craft.

[@kennyc9662]

I hear Chael still doesn't understand that microphones project his voice😁

[@mouhamadmkanna9328]

Are you me?

[@tijrus]

Chael is the definition of charisma. When he speaks, I listen b/c the sincerity of his commentary is entertaining.

[@adamburling9551]

He reminds me of me

[@jamespaul6315]

Hes literally a criminal

[@jamest3085]

@@adamburling9551 interesting that you need to be reminded of yourself

[@mohnjarx7801]

You don't need to listen, when the gangster talks you nod

[@milesstover3724]

he is an extreme BSer

[@manonamissionpart2]

Chael is the only one to 10-7 Ariel Helwani on multiple occasions

[@oddadder5530]

10-6

[@RonniePTexan]

Undefeated. Undisputed.

[@tonymaccaroni5744]

The only one? What about Rampage?

[@CarlosRen1776]

I mean anyone and everyone 10-7s Ariel.

[@tonymaccaroni5744]

@@CarlosRen1776 Not true.

[@ric3p0]

Not a meaner man has ever walked the streets...the bad guy

[@beauaIloevv]

still these cringe basement dweller comments 🥱

[@apuapustaja1]

@@beauaIloevv "it's wrong to have fun"

[@beauaIloevv]

@@apuapustaja1 still using the same unoriginal unfunny old recycled jokes after 10 years

[@ric3p0]

@@beauaIloevv ha good one it’s funny because I don’t even have a basement. I’m not cringe you are

[@ric3p0]

@@beauaIloevv nah I just thought of it right now. It’s super original. But being a hater is old and tired. Be original pal

[@clarkkent2220]

Chael is the undisputed mma commentary champion

[@tonymaccaroni5744]

Never lost a round.

[@chi-townryno6998]

Chael said about Jim Gray: " he wasn't a player, he wasn't a fan, he wasn't a cheerleader"!😂🤣

[@Santoroz]

I love learning how Chael's wife picks his clothes out every day. He's a lucky man to have a good partner in life like that.

[@ots1634]

But sad he can’t dress himself imo

[@deepaknambisan3251]

It must be a real challenge picking out the same dark sweatshirt, the same pair of denim jeans and the same sneakers every day lol

[@shotgunshelz7987]

What an absolutely amazing time I had watching this.

[@shotgunshelz7987]

Chael the GOAT

[@JimChap]

Yep, excellent viewing. Chael is NEVER boring.

[@rakim126]

I missed this duo so much

[@nickk7425]

The living legend, the bad guy, the American gangster, and West lin Oregon's own Cheal P Sonnen....

[@peteasarisi2536]

Jim Grey catching a lumping 😂

[@ric3p0]

Uncle Chael for Governor!

[@PaulWeiner123]

Chael is your best interview hands down

[@lunaasteria5264]

This is probably the best Ariel and Chael have ever been. That being said I do feel bad for Chael with regards to losing a friend like that. I would seriously just sit there and consider if we were ever friends at all like it sounds like he is

[@hi0u91e9]

Which friendship?

[@yommanning1554]

The best chael Ariel interview is the old good to be seen one

[@Sui_Generis0]

@@hi0u91e9 crosby

[@blodus4521]

@@hi0u91e9 dillion Danis i guess?

[@spa2damax]

@@blodus4521 Douglas crosbie, pariah MMA judge du jours. Chael very loyal and helpful to him throughout all of this, even now.

[@hardeepjohal6693]

My god this was the best chael interview the 🐐 greatest of all time even before the time was created

[@hopchop966]

bro this came out 15 mins ago even watching it on 2x speed you couldn’t have watched it though chael the goat tho

[@williamboyle8918]

Weirdo

[@sirsquire4408]

@@hopchop966 not if you watch the show live

[@Pillowman9]

They would have watched it live like many of us did like come on guys 😂

[@DoubleDOwnage]

@@hopchop966 watched the livestream and came back for seconds.

[@dgad87]

Chael reminds me of a former executive boss I used to work for. Made great points, brought light to various scenarios, but never answered any questions boldly lol

[@donaldseigel4101]

Great to see these guys back together!

[@kevinmccombs3201]

Ariel & The Bad Guy... UNDEFEATED!! This pod would've challenged Connor's PPV #s. The count is 17 manual leg crosses & 9 "I'm sharing this\bringing this to you..." Uncle Chael 100% belongs in that pride of lions and oh by the way, did I mention, he never lost a round?

[@MADDOGLIAM97]

God I wish Ariel and Chael did like a fortnightly episode like this on their respective shows

[@michaelcard9382]

Chael's insight is both legendary and engaging 😄

[@montyrayza7220]

Awesome interview as per usual Ariel ... both you and Chael (legend) have the best fight related shows out here period. Ty

[@keke1224keke]

"It's tuff to listen to someone else's perspective" yet we listen to Uncle Cheal's everyday!

[@technicaldifficultysupport]

Man Chael was on fire here.

[@DrSuess360]

No. No. No. Jessie is on fire. Chael is just warm.

[@meatpopsycile5046]

Chaels been everywhere recently glad to see more of him, get better insight on how the legend eats sleeps and shits

[@MisterCrookedNose]

“What Tommy did at MSG was irrevensable”

[@MelloPintor]

Fascinating to hear uncle Chael actually say what he thinks, I love it

[@ric3p0]

Undefeated. Undisputed.

[@JimChap]

I'm glad he retired before he did lose a round.

[@samedens5]

"Goodbye, Turkey! My attorneys will be in touch." What a closer from the bad guy.

[@Bulltilt31]

Chael should replace Dana as the promoter for UFC. Legend of the game.

[@ryanrabah2946]

Agree.

[@leightonspence8565]

"goodbye turkey, I'll be in touch"!!! I love it too. 👊

[@503MMA]

Respect to these two 👏

[@Marco-wn7bf]

Jordans aren't too cool for Chael, Ariel! let's get it right, Chael's too cool for Jordans!

[@Iamsainey.d]

I love whenever chael is on

[@petergriffin3127]

Chael is on fire

[@jordanrosario736]

Chael really is the greatest thing to happen to combat sports

[@themonsterbaby]

"Irrehenhisble" huh Chael... never heard that made up word and yet somehow I understand exactly what it means. Lol

[@fighterwho]

Ariel and the Bad Guy. So much better with these long talks than the 5 mins they had with each other before on ESPN

[@paulcadwallader3000]

Fastest 44 mins ever. Great interview.

[@mangled7094]

Wish these guys had a weekly show

[@Localstrides]

Can you guys do this once a week!?

[@realtalkwiththeking7862]

Chael was on top of everything. He wanted to make sure he got everything in. Lol He loves fighting so much.

[@Dave062YT]

Ha ha as a middle-aged guy who's just received his Oakley trendy wrap around glasses, I can relate to Chael and his specs lol

[@mirannaire]

Chael is always refreshing, discussing everything about combat sports.

[@ianclark2665]

Wonderful, one of the greatest interviews!

[@a3ephony654]

“Goodbye turkey, my attorney will be in touch” 💀

[@jaiea7280]

The "Bad Guy" showed everyone what type of man he really is. He stands for what's right, and he isn't selling out.

[@WeeleyTube]

My man only follows the money what tf you on about 🤣 dangle the money carrot in front of him and he'll sell anything. Still one of the boats but come on

[@emmanueldixon2235]

Imagine posting a comment like this unironically 😂.

[@keke1224keke]

Great to hear about Matt Hughes!!🙏🔥

[@charliefoster6129]

We need more chael and ariel. Please do this more.

[@jculbertson094]

Chaels the man

[@terrencebyrd4827]

When Ariel asked was Chael wearing Jordan's and Chael took off those Arcade manager kicks I fell out laughing!

[@thors832]

Subscribed ! Btw songs used ? Thanks !

[@maxpain1698]

This 2 should do this atleast twice a month. ✌️🇧🇩

[@xxpeppers7xx]

I got chills up my skinny little spine

[@aim2086]

Love this, encore!

[@adammckenzie8769]

The yellow tint glasses Chael had couple mths ago where cool AF!!!! Had a Al Pacino vibe from Donnie Branco!! The straight black ones he’s had the last week are weird looking!!

[@MisterK-YT]

Love seeing them together

[@partyrocker5000]

As a man with shocking eye sight Chaels rant about the process of picking out a new pair of glasses was amazing to hear 😂

[@zachmorneau4270]

Wow the last season I watched was the one that Kimbo was on as well

[@SFCBEITZ]

Chael is such a G

[@mindblown42069]

"goodbye turkey, my atterny will be in touch" what a great way to sign out XD

[@gawaniwhitecrow2731]

Always a legendary duo

[@renegademaster32]

Probably the beat interaction about mma hands down 👏

[@TheOneAndOnlyVaYnE]

Make this a segment monthly ATLEAST PLS

[@DoubleDOwnage]

This Ryan Parsons guy that Ariel is talking to on Zoom seems really familiar, almost like our very own Uncle Chael.

[@MrSimonsays01]

Chael is on Fire! 🔥🚒

[@vinm3630]

Tip tier. Great, great episode.

[@bapojean5981]

The best of Arial and Chael.

[@teddyjackson1902]

When they were talking about Chale’s glasses and he was leading up to consulting the “cool glasses guy” I thought for sure it was going to be the Schmo. Who else would tell him those look good.

[@jasonred3874]

Watch this in 2speed, it's gold 😆

[@johnnybacon8675]

This is WAY better than Ariel and the Bad Guy.. we only got to see one side of Chael then, we get to see 100% genuine Chael here.

[@joeygodoy509]

Love these too together

[@boddy2k]

I asked ChatGPT to write me a 200 word monolog about Jon Jones' career in the style of Chael Sonnen hahaha Ladies and gentlemen, let me tell you something about Jon Jones, the so-called "GOAT" of mixed martial arts. Now, I know you've heard all the hype and adulation surrounding this man, but let's take a closer look at his career, shall we? First off, Jon has never faced true adversity in the Octagon. He's never had to dig deep and pull out a win when everything was on the line. He's never been in a real war, where he had to leave it all in the cage. And let's not forget about all the shenanigans outside of the Octagon. The drugs, the hit and runs, the DUI's. This guy is a walking disaster, and yet people still act like he's some kind of hero. I'll tell you what, Jon's record is padded with wins over guys who were either past their prime or overmatched to begin with. He's never faced anyone at the top of their game, and when he finally did, in the form of Alexander Gustafsson, he barely scraped by with a decision. So, let's not get carried away with the Jon Jones hype. The guy's got talent, there's no denying that. But true greatness is not just about what you do inside the cage, it's about how you carry yourself outside of it. And in that respect, Jon Jones falls short, big time.

[@petergriffin3127]

This is epic! 😂😂😂

[@scottclementi4309]

Thank you Chael for the Diaz take I’ve been telling my friends that for a month now. To many big money fights sitting there waiting for him.

[@lostmagicdude888]

damn Chael went hard on this one

[@ronnydisalvo80]

Uncle chael is the man. I went from 5min on the 🚽 to well. 30min later I’m still on it. And my legs are numb 😂

[@farwilindarys5950]

I love these guys so much

[@m_rm44]

Love this duo

[@burfgiblet]

"Ir-rehensible" thanks big Uncle! This will be my go to word when I need to impress.

[@nufamilia]

It's a no brainer. Mike Perry is the bigger fight vs Paul.

[@P-V-H]

If that were true it would’ve been booked Lmao

[@johnnysimpson5385]

Yes

[@nufamilia]

@@P-V-H 🤣 it's hard to believe that you are a true fight fan if you think Fury is the bigger fight. Mike Perry is a straight entertainer and will make it a brawl. Most people haven't even seen Fury fight. 🤦 I can't believe I'm explaining this.

[@P-V-H]

@@nufamilia once again, if that were true the fight would have been booked. You think you’re smarter than his management team? No one wants to see Jake Paul fight another mma fighter, let alone one that he already beat up in sparring 2 years ago. Get your facts straight

[@PozzaPizz]

@@P-V-H dude he's a much much bigger draw outside of England/reality TV scene

[@ejudd2776]

The bad guy and the baddest journalist in the sport back together. Take notes Brendan and Bryan this is how it’s done.

[@crd88918]

agree that they should have brought in perry before the press conference

[@cursivespeaking]

18:13 That’s where Kevin Lee fits into all of this

[@HighlevelMMA300]

Love these 2

[@freshmenasper591]

“Nothing I’d rather talk about then my hot ass wife, but”😅chael P- 2023

[@rachelsobel2118]

Tommy Fury tweeted on the 4th of Feb that he would not attend that press conference in Saudi Arabia. He has a 2.5 week old baby. It's totally understandable.

[@thepeoplebrothers8017]

Hey Ariel you gotta get Jake on again 🤩

[@boogyjuggy]

great show guys

[@kevinkelly1529]

This was "interesting". 😂 Thank you, both of you guys, for what you do.

[@kardave2848]

Chael is great and better bouncing ideas off someone! They should do an hour together every week!

[@rakim126]

There once was a time when they did an hour a week together on espn+

[@senpai7101]

@@rakim126 thanks Dana

[@officialpokecollector]

More Chael !!!

[@9mmeter492]

Chael almost had an aneurism talking about glasses 🤣

[@gamevidsnstuff5805]

19:20 ROFL @ Chael's face in that pic

[@scotiacrumpler2824]

2:17 The word "irrehensible" is now in Merriam Webster Dictionary.

[@bboybreezi2417]

Another 10/8 by Chael.

[@DD-eight]

Wow Jim Grey woke up the American Gangster!! And he should never piss off a gangster!!!💪💪

[@JWolf-nh9uw]

Douglas Crosby never needs to judge a fight again.

[@JimChap]

Personally I have no idea why they are wasting time with Fury in the first place - let alone after he keeps pulling out. He has no buzz around him, nobody outside of the UK had ever heard of him before he was mentioned by Jake Paul. Ditch his ass!

[@hoemalone]

Chael on Ariel is a thing of legenda