My old nemesis Wanderlei Silva retired…

[@lokevoice]

Chael with tears in his eyes: “…now you can get close”

[@beefkimchi8223]

Never!😆

[@iamdros]

This comment will reach legendary status..

[@grudgepersona]

“I wanna now 🥺😭”

[@stopthecap2764]

@@grudgepersona LMAOO

[@ipfreeleey]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@TJYLai]

One of the greatest moments in MMA history when Chael couldn’t let Wanderlei get close 🫡🫡

[@confidential02]

😂

[@CountOxymagomedovMMA]

Wannanow

[@sumone6077]

Clap! Clap!

[@scholarishere]

A part of me will always wonder if it was “a work”

[@bundleofhumble3119]

@@scholarishere nah Chael was bleeding and teammates were punching Chael as well.

[@iotaeta-pi2770]

In Pride, Wanderlei inflicted a level of devastation on Japanese men that had not been seen since WW2. One of the greats.

[@adventuregames424]

I guess others are scared but I'll say it. This was a clever comment. 😄

[@jacquesdemolay5171]

@@adventuregames424 I'm just reading this now, too. It was a Boss comment, and I didn't want to diminish it without having anything worthy to add myself. LOL

[@pillowfightchampion1988]

Jesus…….🤣

[@HTXrios]

I heard hes the only thing kamikaze pilots fear

[@theegonzo3325]

Too soon lol

[@coulditbejc]

Listening to uncle chael talk about Wanderlei makes me respect chael even more. As heated as that rivalry was, chael still respects Silva on a deep, personal level. This is a highlight moment for the undefeated, undisputed.

[@teddyjackson1902]

Sounded a little emotional. He realizes they’re forever linked and it’s something special to him.

[@DogScience]

I dont think Chael ever actually disliked him, the Nogeras, or Anderson even a little bit. Tito may be different, guy is a moron with no excuse.

[@BrutusHiatus]

Truly. Good luck to the Axe Murderer in politics.

[@libertarianpunk8558]

Bringing attention to donating to his political career is a solid gesture

[@mallitah]

Respect, rivalry; is a weird friendship.

[@p.d.692]

W. Silva was truly a pioneer of the sport. He brought so much to MMA, fought the best and inspired the next generation of fighters. I hope he enjoys his retirement.

[@nikolaj97]

@Alexander Nottingham His first pro fight was in 1996, how is he not one of the pioneers of the SPORT, not martial arts

[@pasindumadushanka4493]

@Alexander Nottingham 🤣🤣 wanderlei is not a pioneer ? GTFO

[@johnbrigzywardy4596]

Just came here for the comments from the Facebook lot 😉😂

[@mkl4705]

@Alexander Nottingham goof

[@Mii44444]

He can’t let him get close 😂

[@cachanillaSMG]

Seeing Chael tear up about talking a former arch nemesis, really makes strikes me as awe inspiring. the things you said are not only very nice and flattering, but are well thought out and insightful. I think back in the day people knew Chael only for his trash talk, but it seems he has an eloquent way with words with everything he is passionate about. Respect for chael has gone up a lot after watching this video

[@Behemoth66]

His trt has kicked up his estrogen a bit high it seems lol

[@codycast]

Lol give me a break.

[@Boss_Scaggz]

6 feet tall, 205 pounds, boy until I met you I didn't know they could STACK CRAP that high.

[@danspear9982]

That was very well written, Chael is a wordsmith. You are as well.

[@dagodlypug2399]

@@Boss_Scaggz that one was so fucking funny

[@matthewmc4363]

End of an era. Say what you want. Mr Silva is a legend. Stud. Good dude.

[@maul8384]

Good dude 😂

[@darrylkemp3253]

"stud" bit weird

[@jacknicholl2311]

@Ludwig Van Beethoven SoOoOoOn

[@ericwilbert]

Got too close

[@Im-just-Stardust]

Man I want a special episode of Wanderlei and Chael drinking black coffee in the studio and laughing about the good old days.

[@yellowvest9744]

This 👆

[@vendetta6180]

i wannanow see that

[@richardmorris7063]

I'd pay to see that!

[@richardmorris7063]

I'd pay to see that!

[@richardmorris7063]

I'd pay to see that!

[@nicke5487]

Respect for you Chael and Wanderlei! You both had rivalry but you still show respect for "The Axe Murderer" Happy retirement for Wanderlei🥊✌️

[@85tclower]

A heartfelt tribute to a rival. True class.

[@benjimarshallbra]

I can’t let you get close. Iconic moment of his career.

[@adamhoward7221]

Wannanow?

[@ancientcall7737]

*claps right in front of your face*

[@donnasmith9942]

It was a fake fight reality show though.

[@MichaelMarucci]

Uncle Chael couldn't even let Wanderlei's son get close. That's dedication from the Bad Guy!

[@bigheadrhino]

The Gracies beating everyone, their defeat to Sakuraba, and then Sakuraba’s defeat to Wanderlei is still the greatest story arc in mma history.

[@alexkid2437]

Poor mismatch against a juice Silva lol

[@VultureLivesAgain]

@@alexkid2437 Then by the same token, Royler was a poor mismatch with a much bigger Sakuraba.

[@alexkidca]

@@VultureLivesAgain yes you are right that was another mismatch as he was smaller and in weight…. Too bad Rickson and sakuraba didn’t get chance to happen

[@VultureLivesAgain]

@@alexkidca Well, the Sakuraba worshippers boast about it like it's a great victory. There's also the fact that the referee called for the bell even though Royler never tapped out. Very shady.

[@alexkidca]

@@VultureLivesAgain true Gracie would rather get a broken limb before ever tapping…. Regardless I miss those pride fc days

[@theexpert5085]

One of the most dangerous men of his time. A straight up savage. Dude swung for the fences every fight. Ive been watching combat sports since the mid 90s n I wish him the best.

[@basedredpilledchad1616]

All jokes aside wanderlei is a legend of the sport he gave us so many wars like the brian stann fight nothing but respect.

[@RonniePTexan]

Brian Stann's hilarious description of the lead up to that fight was a must see.

[@AlanOLeary209]

​@@RonniePTexan wat was it 😂

[@RonniePTexan]

@@AlanOLeary209 Brian Stann did a 3 hour podcast with Jocko Willink. Stann talks about his military career and his MMA career. As for the MMA stuff it's hilarious how he went into that Silva fight with all kinds of brilliant plans and strategies, then gets an injury. He didn't think it would be a big deal but the day of the fight his leg locked up and all of his plans went out the window and he just decided to slug it out. One of the craziest fights of all time ensued.

[@03blaird]

Wanderlei is the definition of a legend. You could argue he was the best on the planet during his early 2000s run.

[@707ridah]

Facts brotha 💯

[@dootpooter4740]

word but Fedor will forever be the MVP for me

[@tonypastor705]

@@dootpooter4740 To me it’s GSP and Khabib.

[@dootpooter4740]

@@tonypastor705 cool but Fedor would 1v2 them

[@tonypastor705]

@@dootpooter4740Only cuz he’s a Heavyweight.But not pound for pound. Fedor lost in his PRIME to Bigfoot and Werdum! That’s enough proof for me.

[@elijahphipps2172]

“ , at the time was the biggest middleweight fight of all time, might still hold..can't say that for sure. " Classic Chael.

[@pasindumadushanka4493]

One of the greatest LHWs ever lived. Wanderlei in his prime was pure violence. This was a dude who fought Cro cop to a draw and fought mark hunt to a split decision loss (close fight and IMO silva won that fight).longest reigning champion in pride fc history. Pride FC was wanderlei Silva. Eat sleep violence repeat. Happy retirement to Axe murderer

[@Anton-tu8gi]

What a pose uncle Chael gave when he said, “my old nemesis” at the beginning of the video. Straight villain sitting pose

[@sharplikecheddar2]

Legend

[@MoralesAlex805]

Chanel emotions and passion towards his greatest rival reveals to us how much these fighters invest into each other even after the fight is over. I guess it’s never really over.

[@lexiluthor3926]

I CAN’T LET HIM GET CLOSE TO RETIRING

[@lanceanthony198]

You’re a poet Chael. A beautiful send off to the man you couldn’t let get close

[@rubenjaimes1194]

Legend has it he's still trying to get close.

[@jeremybooth6720]

Wanderlei Silva vs Dan Henderson at PrideFC Cold Fury 1, was the first MMA fight I ever actually sat down and watched and took all the way in. It was my 1st year in the US Army, on my own for the first time in my life, in a foreign place for me. That fight inspired me to start training and competing, and Wanderlei was my new idol, he was THE Beast. I modeled a lot of my game and mentality after him, and I had success and lot of fun in there. A whole lot of good came from those experiences, and I thank him for the inspiration. I sincerely hope he gets into congress, and changes the lives of many the way he did my own. Godspeed! *wrists rolling*

[@johngillespie3409]

Wanderlei was an army veteran as well. That's what got me being an 11C. I didn't compete, but had some street fights with an ex heavy weight boxer and a 400 black guy, me about 185 6' 2". I didn't lose. Go Army. His fight against Arturo Mariano IVC 2 he should have won, but art kept telling the ref to stop it point at Wanderlei's eye. MAD DOG.

[@SupplementalSense]

Wanderlei was one of the last gunslingers at the highest level of the sport. He wanted to put on a show every time and didn't care about just winning rounds and points like most do today. He was my favorite fighter to watch and I hope his political career is just as successful as his legendary fighting career was.

[@JulesBrunoJjBaggy]

Tito tapped

[@MasterShiFu714]

💯

[@Indigo2400]

I see no lies

[@tylercourtney7650]

This is true

[@Yzjoshuwave]

If Chael wants to donate to Wanderlei’s team, he should just reach out to his manager, or his old fighting team. Someone out there can advise Chael about where that money can go - if not Wanderlei himself, one of his people. But I would think having some sort of “bury the hatchet” moment could be worth quite a bit if they can have that experience between one another.

[@davycrockett4395]

I agree Its obvious Chael wants to however, I'm seeing a lot of pride and perhaps would be afraid of rejection. I believe Silva would welcome it.

[@kurtkschafer]

I hear somebody asked Wanderlei when he wanted to retire. He responded, "NOW! WANNA NOW!"

[@bannedaccount6016]

Underrated 🤣

[@RespekTV]

what an honor to get such a speech from one of your greatest "opponents". that says a lot about Chael's quality as a man and as a human. My hats off to you and thank you for the motivation. All the best to you and your loved ones!

[@Rambo-lw4os]

Legitimate heat, but behind it, chael and wanderlei have an unspoken code of honour and respect. Two pioneers. Wanderlei was a monster back in the day. Well deserved rest. He'll be remembered as a warrior and founding father of this sport we love.

[@1elijahwon]

Chael giving Silva his flowers while he still alive shows the respect level Chael has for this man. 👏🏾

[@grudgepersona]

Two legends that could’ve destroyed earth itself, enjoy retirement “wannanow”

[@theDavidChannel1]

Prime Wanderlei was the scariest dude in MMA. His presence, especially in those days, really had you believing he was capable of murdering a man on live television with no remorse.

[@allenbackbone]

Especially in the (I think 2nd) Rampage match, where wanderlei just opened up with all those knees and Jackson just fell through the ropes with his face all bloody. Actually terrifying.

[@707ridah]

He was was intimidating to the point where 🤷‍♂️ why another man Would fight him at all

[@milanmatejic2954]

@@allenbackbone and blood pouring out of his head.

[@TehUltimateSnake]

WANNANAO WANNANAO

[@michaelhowe8674]

I mean Wanderlei has always been one of my favorite fighters since I watched him fight in Pride. His PrideFc career was wonderful, his sheer brutality and crazy cardio was something else to watch. Of course uncle chael brought the fight to him but come on man, Wanderlei is an icon and will always a be one of my top favorites of all time. There will never be another fighter as brutal as him ever again, let alone somebody who was the face of an entire era/ organization. Wanderlei was PRIDE all in all, I miss watching him fight

[@Jeffrey9In4Chains]

One of the greatest rivalries in mma history. Great words from Chael, best wishes for Wanderlei.

[@Flo-Joe]

Chael, your father in law’s advice will stick with me forever. Thank you for sharing.

[@rodneybrimer5171]

Wand is my favorite fighter all time. The way he fought was exciting brutal and entertaining. His run in Pride was amazing. Even in the later years his fights in UFC against CungLei and Brian Stann was wars. Hats off to one of the pioneers👍

[@victorvaughn4281]

Maybe Chael will finally let him get close

[@theitfactorjameswheezer2852]

Lmfaooo

[@shmarek]

You were hard on the Silva’s Chael. Thanks for those kind words

[@LTD9392]

Brazilian campaign ad for Wanderlei: A man who fought for a living, continues to fight... For you. Why wait for a better Brazil? Whynahnow? Wanderlei Silva, 2024

[@eton13_]

From 1999 to around 2006 Wanderlei was arguably the best fighter on the planet

[@carlosgaleotegandara7812]

Yeah, lets forget Tyson,Jones Jr, Lewis,Holyfield and manny others that could knock him out with a slap

[@bannedaccount6016]

@@carlosgaleotegandara7812 lmao we are talkin about MMA dork. They all would probably get destroyed by Wand tho

[@volodymyrbilyk555]

@@carlosgaleotegandara7812 knees to the head and that's all she wrote

[@alexfernandez4408]

@@carlosgaleotegandara7812 you’re clearly dim bro.

[@outis439-A]

@@carlosgaleotegandara7812 Head stomp pride style and they’ll be in wonderland

[@nothingbuthooksets]

I grew up watching mike tyson once he retired.. my entertainment was low.. I don't remember if it was a dvd i had or youtube were i watched wanderlei silva fight.. watching him fight like he was trying to decapitate somone and knock them out. I was hooked.. he wasn't boring to watch.. I have been watching him for over 18yrs.. he got me into mma.. chael much respect for making a video about your nemesis..

[@lorenbk]

When I was growing up my parents let me and my siblings do whatever we wanted, but no matter what, we had to complete it even if we decided it wasn’t something we wanted to continue once the season or time frame was over. We learned to be committed, not only to ourselves, but to the people that took us at our word and were depending on us to be committed to the sport, program, or project we signed up for.

[@smith5796]

Such Humility from Uncle Chael. A true Warrior.

[@shahidabdoullakhanzorovr1564]

About time he retired. I don't know why these guys stick around so damn long. I guess it's kind of like an addiction. That's why I respect the way Khabib went out. Walked away on his own terms, like a man, did what he wanted to do then bounced. He can still fight but chooses not to, like a warrior who came across a garden with a stream. And now he's guiding his brothers to championship glory in their own rights. *But all the best to Wanderlei. He was a Titan in his own right.*

[@BazookaJoe1028]

It's really hard to leave something that you have been doing for your entire adult life. Especially if you were once one of the best in doing it.

[@frankesparza6166]

You double legging him on tuf is one of my favorite UFC highlights with that being said I wish the best for him A real pride legend 👊

[@theqcgamer]

Thats a great piece of a video, you guys have made. Respect to W. Silva what a era it was and respect to Cheal he's also part of this era as a fan & opponent imagine that for a sec

[@DimitriMoreira]

The amount of respect I have for you, Chael, is huge and still growing. I've met Belfort and Wanderlei personally. And. As they say, never meet your idols. As fighters I grow up watching them and even trained once with Belfort in his Gym in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro. However as people, Wanderlei is an awful human being and so is Vitor. I couldn't believe my eyes for witnessing what I witnessed and then people telling me that it's a regular occurrence. For you, Chael, was the opposite. I used to be a fan but when you made it personal against Anderson, my respect for you went away. I however watched many interviews and you were always cool. So I didn't respect the trash talk but I did and do respect for you as a human being. This video is emotional for me in so many ways I can't even describe. Thank you so much for this video.

[@mattepton5731]

You really went deep on the topic of life in retirement and the struggles that occur with an individuals self perception Chael, thank you

[@RRP1992]

Respect to you Chael. Finally you can let him get close.

[@alexHBahls]

I remember when I was a kid here in brazil my dad came home with a VHS tape of pride, me and my friends spend hour watching it was like watching a horror movie

[@castronator29]

For me It was the opposite. Me and my cousins went to the videoclub to rent a movie and then we saw the Pride tapes. He got so hyped up. Our parents complained but we kept renting them. Remember watching Mirko, Emilianenko, Wanderlei... Good ol' times never come back 😢 Bons e velhos tempos.

[@orangemanbad]

Chael “Can’t let you get too close” Sonnen. In all seriousness I like to hear your honest and respectful thoughts on Silva. He was part of the pioneers of this sport we all love.

[@JLewis1979]

I remember Rampage Jackson talking about walking in Japan and seeing his 'nemesis' Wanderlei Silva and his team. Quinton admitted he was scared, but he couldn't walk away because he would look like a p*ssy, so he walked up to him instead. Wanderlei smiled at Quinton, reached in his pocket and pulled out some gum and offered a piece to Rampage. Rampage took it and for a moment they weren't rivals, but instead just two guys chewing gum in a parking lot. That story always stuck with me. Another is when Charles 'Crazy Horse' Bennett stormed into the Chute Boxe locker room in Pride and sucker punched Wanderlei (Stories vary), supposedly knocking him out. As filming starts, the Chute Boxe BJJ coach got Bennett on the ground and while they could have easily stomped the guy out as a team, instead they let the coach choke him out with a triangle, IIRC.

[@madgavin7568]

Wandy pretty much confirmed Krazy Horse knocked him out.

[@felipechaves6100]

They said crazy horse knocked him out, and then the coaches told him “cool, no you’re ready for the fight”, then he managed to beat Ricardo Arona, which had beaten him before and was the biggest rivalry during the pride era (Chuteboxe vs BTT). And yeah the Jiujitsu coach put krazy horse to sleep with a triangle, you can see that on KZbin lmao

[@KodakBlacksBrain]

That wasn’t rampage I’m pretty sure that was Don Frye that took the piece of gum. He said he wasn’t sure if he was about to have to fight him right then and there so when Wanderlei did that he was like “this guy isn’t so bad” Wanderlei had a crazy reputation back then.

[@Tippet76]

Wanderlei was the scariest guy in the ring and seems to be the nicest guy outside of it. I've never seen a comment bt a fan that said Silva wouldn't take a picture with them or say hello. I remember he was starting a gym to coach orphans. The man is a great human being.

[@timephire]

I didn't know he was still active, I hope he has a great retirement.

[@WarBrah]

He hasn’t fought in years so practically retired.

[@bluecollarboys6294]

Chael this is exceptional content. A peek behind the curtain, bravo. Keep ‘em comin champ.

[@murphy4214]

Legend of MMA forever.

[@youjustwait1]

he sucked

[@jinjitsu510]

“Well Wanderlei you still have 2 fights left on your fight contra-“ “I WANNA NOW.”

[@santinorocco497]

W Silva was such a beast you new fans don’t remember the brutal savagery pride days where he was wrecking guys including a prime solid Rampage. Respect to the legend 👏

[@Daveosbeatz]

This was a cool interview.. I’ve always liked his personality and heart.Great fighter and glad to see his time he had in ufc.Glad he found time to let Silva get close

[@themmapanda]

Seriously Uncle Chael this is why I consume every type of content you put out, this was a bitter rival that at one point you couldn't let get close. However, like you said hey dummy i. I'm trying to get some eyes on us, make some money. You like always come out with some down right inspirational and very honorary words. Well played sir well played

[@jeffro5032]

Wanderlei .........Back in his days in Pride , his fights were some of the best fights I had ever seen. In his prime , he was an absolute killer! Have to give him huge props on the career he has had!

[@mariomendez7692]

Wanderlei will always be the most intimidating fighter I've ever seen. He's terrifying.

[@livefree1030]

Frank Shamrock, and Wanderlei Silva are my all time favorites. They were my fighting heros in the in mid to late 1990's

[@reemraw9956]

Silva is a true bull!!! Legendary combat fighter

[@DailyCorvid]

Wanderlei was amazing! You and him as coaches on TUF was good times.

[@Xnovality]

I can’t let you get close!

[@Vanoxe]

I legit didn’t know he retired. He was my fav fighter from like 2002-2006. Such a destroyer and then in 2014 he went kinda crazy and just left his career fizzle out. Everyone throws around the word too much but Wanderlei is an absolute legend.

[@joshamaya196]

Wanderlei Silva during his last couple of fights in Pride, and first few in the UFC is when I became an MMA fan. He was ELECTRIFYING! Sadly his UFC career was less than exciting. Still he he a part of the pioneering generation of MMA!

[@Schlook]

I followed him from the start in Pride FC... magic times.

[@bruceknows]

Chael this was probably your best video ever. I never comment on KZbin but I had to let you know. As q new father myself the message is received and appreciated.

[@NickRich1022]

The axe murderer retires, A career better than most. A will full of fire, You can let him get close.

[@donlowery1275]

True legend of the sport . Silva was an amazing champion and fought anyone who would stand accross the ring , or cage . I'm glad he did finally as I didn't want to see him at that point in his career take another loss especially after his last one . He got stopped with strikes and I dont want to see that happen. Always one of my favorite fighters of all time and never had a boring fight. Great episode Chale as always !

[@pyratellamarecordingstudio1062]

I trained incredibly hard as an athlete in school. When school was over I became a drug addict rather quickly. Those endorphins are near impossible to replace….Luckily I only spent a couple years in it before I found my true purpose.

[@shawntyler863]

Wanderlei silva was my favorite fighter growing up in Pride he was absolutely relentless and scary!!! Always entertaining and game.

[@brunosoaresrodrigues8957]

I was a 5 or 6yo kid when I first watched Wanderlei Fight, it was his iconic and bloody Meca Fight. My father and my uncle would reunite in my grandmother house where we would stay up until 2-3am to watch what in that time was called Vale-Tudo. I would always fall asleep very early in the night and then wake up with the noise when Wanderlei fight started. Cachorro Louco - Mad Dog is what he was called in Portuguese back then. I can honestly say that this guy, this very one person that I never met in person, inspired and shaped my life absurdly, since watching fight since then to training jiu jitsu and much more. I don't even know why I'm writing this, man I'm emotional.

[@lmivha3275]

“I can’t let you get close” is forever going to be a universal love signal to every fan in mma😂

[@mkl4705]

Wanannowwananow

[@rafaelluz6535]

Hope Wanderlei takes nicely this piece from Chael. Life is beautiful! I'm Brazilian born and currently serving in The US Army. Grateful!

[@mmafyasco]

it saddens me many people nowadays see wandy the way i used to see tank abbott. people need to respect the guys of the sport even if they arent on top when we personally started watching. i feel like the sport exploded in popularity as his career was declining. this man fought hunt, KO'd rampage twice, went undefeated like 20 fights in a row and that includes rampage, hendo, crop cop etc. true savage in his prime.

[@joeywitt7129]

When Rampage said Wanderlei Silva was his toughest opponent that said alot thanks for the memories a TRUE WARRIOR

[@KennethPerkins]

Whoa Chael getting emotional! Wanderlei was my favorite all time! It's because of him I respected and became a fan of Chael . Funny how that works

[@bigweiner4208]

Hearing chael talk about the sport in general sometimes is more refreshing than when he talks about UFC storylines.

[@malakiamatias17]

Wow, beautiful send of speech. Very respectful and full of admiration for an old nemesis it safe to say partner.

[@TheRealElJugo]

My favorite fighter of all time. He promised violence and he delivered. I hope the best for the man that ruled the PRIDEFC Middleweight division from near the beginning until close to the end. Respect to Cachorro Loco for all the great moments he gave us.

[@shadowbannedmgtowman9045]

I’m sure Silva will appreciate the words you have to say

[@ericfamily7155]

So cool hearing you talk about Silva like that after all you’ll went through. Awesome.

[@PronatorTendon]

The love and respect Chael has for Wanderlei is a real thing

[@eldutcholoco1]

Respect 2 chael n Silva. Ur 1 of my favorites around the sport. The respect u just shown 4 a bitter rival is commendable

[@kodybuford7245]

Ide say this rivalry was one of the rare actual real rivalries, they did not like each other. As real as the heat was , so is the respect. Chael doesn't even try to hide it and that is sheer class. So is the fact that due ro (language barrier) few things some of the public percieved wandy as dumb etc and chael has stuck up for him. Or explaining why he didnt piss test and all that. Its like Chael knows he takes the trash talk to levels that most never exactly get over it, so he understands not getting compliments back but he still shows some love. :)

[@joshuadavis9047]

Chael, in many ways you are the most respectful MMA Competitor I have ever seen. Class act right here

[@Orcishihi]

This was great, Chael. I liked the part about Anderson Silva’s two boys looking at you and then looking away. I can totally see that. I hope you and your family are doing fine. Thank you for what you gave to us fans.

[@Amazin11000]

He's really been retired basically for the last 9 years or so; sure he has had a few fights here or there but in my opinion, Wanderlei's last real fight was against Brian Stann in 2013, I say that meaning it's the last time we saw "The Axe Murderer" in the ring. He simply wasn't the same after that huge break.

[@leccy9901]

His era was very good. The beginning of very talented guys. He got me wanting to do mma, ended up in wolfs lair widnes, same gym as Mike bisbing (before he was in the ufc) that led to me sparring rampage Jackson a few times, multiple pro fights making good money for somthing i loved, highs, lows, cauliflower ears, broken teeth fighting with 10k fans and making mma my favourite sport, by a long way. I'll always love this guy for getting me into mma, even if he did get to close to the goat.

[@gulla04]

Chael didn’t let him get close 🥊

[@benlaubscher6371]

was my favorite fighter for years..have almost all of his fights on DVD.Wand,Hendo,Randy,Fedor,Igor!!! lots of old legends!! Thanks Chael!!

[@zedzoss3205]

Love the sneak diss at Wanderlei ‘wan now wan now’ Silva calling him an “old” nemesis. And Chael I agree wanderlei is as old as time himself

[@Joshua-z3e]

So much respect for you, Chael Sonnen. Well said and from the heart. Wish Wanderlei Silva nothing but the best. Two of the baddest dudes to ever step in that cage.

[@bailsaz]

Chael was getting a lil worked up at the end there. End of an Era. Legends forever tho.

[@AngelRodriguezFritoLay]

Touching moment - game recognizes game

[@putopoveda]

Wanderlei was never the same after taking that head kick from Cro-Cop. But before that, just an unstoppable savage. Straight killer!

[@wylian84]

Then he had the Dan Henderson KO where he fought with a fever, and then the end of pride. Prime Wanderlei never fought in the UFC. The rules didn't favor chutebox too well either.