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Chael Sonnen questions the star power of ‘narcissists’ Alex Pereira and Jan Blachowicz

UFC legend, Chael Sonnen (30-17-1 MMA) has explained why believes Alex Pereira (7-2 MMA) and Jan Blachowicz (29-9-1 MMA) are “narcissists” that don’t know how to sell a fight. Sonnen’s outburst follows the announcement from UFC President, Dana White who revealed that Alex Pereira will take on Jan Blachowicz in the co-main event at UFC […]

UFC legend, Chael Sonnen (30-17-1 MMA) has explained why believes Alex Pereira (7-2 MMA) and Jan Blachowicz (29-9-1 MMA) are “narcissists” that don’t know how to sell a fight.

Sonnen’s outburst follows the announcement from UFC President, Dana White who revealed that Alex Pereira will take on Jan Blachowicz in the co-main event at UFC 291.

‘Poatan’ was originally the UFC’s middleweight champion ensuing from his TKO finish over rival, Israel Adesanya (24-2 MMA) at UFC 281 in 2022. The Brazilian’s win over the long-standing 185lbs champion shocked the world, winning UFC gold in just his fourth UFC bout.

Pereira’s decision to move up to the 205lbs division came after he was finally defeated by Adesanya in what was a dramatic knockout loss at UFC 287.

The former light heavyweight champion, Blachowicz is set to welcome the new addition to the 205lbs division, Alex Pereira next month.

With it being Alex Pereira’s light heavyweight debut in the UFC, ‘Poatan’ is hoping it will put him on track to another UFC title in a weight class that requires a less minacious weight-cutting experience.

The winner of this showdown will most likely be rewarded with the next title opportunity. Although there is much at stake for both combatants, Chael Sonnen isn’t falling for the hype, believing fans don’t have that much of an interest when it comes to Pereira Vs. Blachowicz.

Chael Sonnen labels Alex Pereira and Jan Blachowicz “narcissists”, and explains why they aren’t big draws when it comes to the UFC

In a recent upload to his YouTube channel, Sonnen explained why he thinks both Pereira and Blachowicz assume it’s their fighting ability and previous accomplishments are selling the fight. Instead, the 46-year-old reaffirms that neither of them are draws in the eyes of the UFC.

“From the department of who cares comes B?achowicz vs. Pereira, well I don’t mean that to sound like a jerk, but you have two guys that don’t have the ability to bring interest to anything. They’re just not equipped with that. So you gotta understand you’re dealing with two narcissists, both B?achowicz and Pereira. I never met them. You’re dealing with two narcissists clinically,” Sonnen stated.

Chael Sonnen used the term ‘narcissist’ to describe both Alex Pereira and Jan Blachowicz. He believes that the issue comes from both fighters and the promotion, as they assume that the average fan will know the backstory of the fight. Sonnen also clarified that anyone who competes in combat sports is typically going to be a narcissist and he would know because he is one.

“Along with narcissism comes an idea that everybody knows what it is that you have done. Everybody knows the significance of this fight,” Chael Sonnen exclaimed.

“I could make this a really great spoiler, and I could do it really quickly. They narcissistically believe that I already have, and I don’t mean me, your intellectual superior Chael Sonnen. I’m talking just the average viewer.”

“The average viewer has already put together that we have a guy who beat a guy three times vs. the guy where they fought once, and it was pretty competitive but he got taken down, and we got a world champion here vs. a former world champion up here. This guy’s first time coming up, and this guy’s known for the power on his feet, but this guy is as technical as they come. They think the world knows that, and they don’t. The viewer that watches every single Saturday doesn’t find what I just said to be interesting.”

The Oregon native feels that the UFC’s decision to put the light heavyweight bout as the co-main event was a tell that the UFC didn’t feel that it would sell as well as Dustin Poirier (29-7 MMA) vs. Justin Gaethje (24-4 MMA) at UFC 291.

This is in spite of the fact that the fight between Pereira and Blachowicz has title implications.

Regardless of whether Chael Sonnen thinks they are draws or not, he admits the fight intrigues him and is looking forward to finding out who will be challenging for the belt he once challenged for against Jon Jones (27-1 MMA) at UFC 159.

Do you think Chael Sonnen has a point?

‘Strong rumors’ suggest Jon Jones, Sergei Pavlovich title fight targeted for UFC 293 in Australia

Former middleweight and light heavyweight title challenger, Chael Sonnen, has claimed that he has heard “strong” rumblings that a fight between undisputed heavyweight champion, Jon Jones, and surging knockout artist, Sergei Pavlovich is currently “pursued” for a UFC 293 pay-per-view card on September 10. in Syndey, Australia. Sonnen, a former UFC and Bellator contender turned […]

Sonnen, a former UFC and Bellator contender turned analyst and podcast host, revealed that he had been hearing rumors of a potential heavyweight title fight between Jones and Russian heavyweight knockout ace, Pavlovich for the promotion’s return ‘Down Under’.

Chael Sonnen plays up September clash between Jon Jones and Sergei Pavlovich

Initially Jones was earmarked to return at UFC 295 in November at an annual Madison Square Garden event – taking on the returning former two-time titleholder, Stipe Miocic, however, according to Sonnen, that bout is now “up in flames”.

“I’m hearing strong rumors that Stipe (Miocic) and (Jon) Jones is going to go up in flames and that Sergei Pavlovich vs. Jones is happening in August,” Chael Sonnen told Thiccc Boy. “Strong enough that I can tell you that’s at least being pursued. I don’t know where they are in agreeing, but that’s at least being pursued. And if you did have partners in Australia, you promised them ‘Izzy’ (Israel Adesanya) and you said, ‘Look, I can’t deliver but I can bring you Jones and Pavlovich, are we good?’ They’d probably says, ‘Yeah, we’re good.’”

“I have to give jon Jones credit, I really do and that pains me,” Sonnen explained. “I got to give him credit here because people have said he was going to fight Stipe then he was going to retire. It’s like wll, hold on, people. Let me remind you of one thing. When you talk about the mindset, you talk like Jon Jones doesn’t have the courage, let me just remind you he thought he was fighting Francis (Ngannou), he agreed to fight Stipe, and he ended up in there with Ciryl (Gane).” (Transcribed by MMA Mania)

Chael Sonnen pokes fun at Andrew Tate amid TRT use claims: ‘That’s the physique of a guy that eats donuts’

Chael Sonnen doesn’t believe controversial social media star Andrew Tate is guilty of taking performance-enhancing drugs to achieve his chiseled physique. Recently, the internet’s favorite misogynist shared results from blood work he had done in an effort to prove that he was not a user of substances generally banned in combat sports, including TRT (testosterone […]

Chael Sonnen doesn’t believe controversial social media star Andrew Tate is guilty of taking performance-enhancing drugs to achieve his chiseled physique.

Recently, the internet’s favorite misogynist shared results from blood work he had done in an effort to prove that he was not a user of substances generally banned in combat sports, including TRT (testosterone replacement therapy). Looking for validation, Tate turned to Canadian bodybuilder Derek of the popular podcast More Plates More Dates. An expert on performance-enhancing substances and healthy living, Derek accepted the opportunity and delivered a 20-minute explanation of his finding which you can see here.

In short, Derek found that Andrew Tate’s test results were that of a moderate TRT user.

“I’ve followed [Andrew Tate] for a long time. I do actually think he’s natural. However, I do think that what he has posted has completely kind of done the opposite of helping reinforce what he is trying to prove here,” Derek revealed. “This is showing that he basically has the equivalent level to a guy who’s on a moderate TRT dose.”

Chael Sonnen Doesn’t Believe Andrew Tate’s Physique is That of Someone on TRT

Responding to Derek’s findings was former three-time UFC title challenge Chael Sonnen, a man that knows a thing or two about banned substances.

In the latest episode of Beyond the Fight on YouTube, Sonnen suggested that his own experience in the field has led him to believe that Andrew Tate is 100% clean. Of course, Sonnen couldn’t offer up his explanation without turning it into a passive-aggressive dig at the former two-division ISKA world champion.

“I did see Andrew’s response where Andrew said, ‘Hey Derek, I appreciate you. I know you’re an expert and thanks for talking about me. I’m not an expert in that field, but I am an expert in myself and I know I didn’t take anything ever.’ That’s true. I’m not telling you what Derek said isn’t true because I didn’t hear it, but what I will tell you is that’s not the physique of somebody on steroids. That’s the physique of a guy that eats donuts here and there. Likely has a very slow morning,” Sonnen said.

“You want to know what Andrew Tate’s physique is like? Here, I’ll tell you exactly. Likely has a long and drawn-out morning that likely involves water. Maximum with juice and a minimum coffee and somewhere later in the day will finally have a meal. And around bedtime, he’s gonna have something else that’s probably really good. It could even be a donut. And then works out for about 45 minutes fairly regularly. About five times a week and not at the world’s most strenuous pace. That’s what that physique is. There’s not even a maybe whether it’s clean or not.”

Andrew Tate along with three other individuals, including his brother Tristan Tate, were arrested in Romania last December on suspicion of human trafficking, rape, and forming an organized criminal group. After more than three months in custody, all parties were released on the condition of house arrest while the investigation continues.

“Seeing him with his shirt off, that body’s clean,” Sonnen concluded.

Francis Ngannou edging closer to deal with ONE Championship ahead of MMA comeback: ‘You’re going to hear big news soon’

Former UFC title contender, Chael Sonnen claims Francis Ngannou could be signing a deal very shortly It was some months ago now that Francis Ngannou and the UFC parted ways following an ugly contract dispute. After the two parties were unable to come to an agreement, Ngannou would walk away from the promotion, and his […]

Former UFC title contender, Chael Sonnen claims Francis Ngannou could be signing a deal very shortly

It was some months ago now that Francis Ngannou and the UFC parted ways following an ugly contract dispute. After the two parties were unable to come to an agreement, Ngannou would walk away from the promotion, and his title.

Since his departure, Ngannou has een linked with several other MMA promotions and even professional boxers. However, in a run-in with One Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong Sonnen revealed via his YouTube channel that a deal may be close to being done.

Chael Sonnen reveals Francis Ngannou conversation

Discussing the Ngannou situation, Sonnen revealed that he had run into Sityodtong and that the promoter might have let slip something.

“Chatri [Sityodtong] said to me ‘Chael as you know we’re in talks with Francis’ and he said ‘I predict you’re going to hear some big news of Francis coming very soon.’” Said, Sonnen.

“So I said ‘Did you mean to say that’ and he re-answered it”, Sonnen continued. “He said well, ‘I wasn’t trying to hint that I’ve already done a deal with Francis, as a matter of fact – to be candid with you – where I’m at in the process is I have one final presentation to make to Francis’. So by saying that Chatri is letting us know that I’ve been in talks with him, I’ve made him some offers, we didn’t get it done.”

Whether Ngannou does go to One Championship or not, it has been 14 months since the heavyweight last compete and while rumours fly – he seems no closer to a fight date than he was a few months ago.

Chael Sonnen discussing the Francis Ngannou situation via his YouTube channel

Do you think Chael Sonnen could be right? Or should Francis Ngannou go somewhere else?

Jamahal Hill, Israel Adesanya UFC title superfight branded as ‘Stupid’, ‘Waste of time’

A floated undisputed light heavyweight title fight between champions, Jamahal Hilla and Israel Adesanya has been described as both “stupid” and a “waste of everybody’s time” according to former UFC title challenger, Chael Sonnen. Headlining UFC 287 earlier this month in a middleweight title rematch with Alex Pereira, Adesanya managed to land the undisputed crown […]

Headlining UFC 287 earlier this month in a middleweight title rematch with Alex Pereira, Adesanya managed to land the undisputed crown with a thunderous second round KO win over the Brazilian – reclaiming his championship in the process.

And in the immediate aftermath of his championship success, Israel Adesanya, who has been touted to make a return to the Octagon before the end of summer, was floated to make a light heavyweight division return in pursuit of a title fight against Hill, by his head coach, Eugene Bareman.

Chael Sonnen shoots down potential Jamahal Hill, Israel Adesanya

However, according to former division title challenger, Sonnen, any potential talk of a matchup between Jamahal Hill and Israel Adesanya and a subsequent title outing should be branded as “stupid”.

“Eugene Bareman went on Ariel [Helwani’s] program [The MMA Hour] – I try to stay away from Eugene Bareman,” Chael Sonnen said on his YouTube channel. “I try to stay away from all coaches, I think coaches are above us. Eugene Bareman gets a lot of hate. He comes across as a combination of wildly arrogant and dumb as rocks. This is true – when he comes out and he sits with Ariel Helwani, he comes across as very arrogant – his ideas are so bad, he looks stupid.”

“He gave an idea for (Israel) Adesanya to go up and challenge Jamahal (Hill),” Sonnen explained. “Now you’re just being a guy that’s talking. You’re wasting everybody’s time. …Do we need to explain to him how his protégé (Israel) Adesanya did at 205 [pounds]? It didn’t work.” (Transcribed by MMA News)

Previously competing at the light heavyweight limit during his Octagon tenure, City Kickboxing staple, Adesanya suffered a unanimous decision loss to Jan Blachowicz in a 2021 title fight – with the Pole recently offering to drop to middleweight in pursuit of a title rematch.

As for Hill, the Dana White’s Contender Series alum has been linked with both a title fight against Adesanya, as well as former middleweight champion, Pereira – with the Sao Paulo striker confirming his intentions to make an Octagon return at the light heavyweight limit next.

Francis Ngannou urged to make UFC return following January exit: ‘He needs to wake up and call his boss’

Former undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou has been urged to “wake up” and call promotional president, Dana White in search of a return to the Octagon despite his January departure by promotional veteran, Chael Sonnen – who claims the Batié native has experienced a life shuffle. Ngannou, a former undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, most […]

Ngannou, a former undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, most recently featured professionally in combat sports back in January of last year at UFC 270 – successfully unifying the division titles with a unanimous decision win over former interim titleholder, Ciryl Gane.

Departing the UFC back in January of this year following the completion of his contractual obligations with the organization, the Cameroonian had been sidelined since undergoing a surgical procedure to address a knee injury suffered just weeks out from his championship unification fight with Gane.

Linked with a move to either the PFL (Professional Fighters League) or the Chatri Sityodtong-led ONE Championship in the time since his departure from the UFC, Francis Ngannou has also weighed up a potential transition to professional boxing – in the form of a debut against former WBC heavyweight titleholder, Deontay Wilder.

Francis Ngannou urged to consider return to the UFC

However, according to the above-mentioned former UFC middleweight and light heavyweight gold holder, Sonnen, Ngannou should consider calling organizational boss, White, in search of a route back to the Octagon.

“Let me put this in perspective for you: this is a very big deal,” Chael Sonnen said during an interview with MMA Junkie. “Three days ago was April 1. and they put out and April 1. joke. Tyson Fury put out an April 1. joke on social media that he and Francis (Ngannou) was done [a fight] and they are fighting in Wembley [Stadium[ on May 15. Tyson Fury made a joke. Francis has changed his whole life. His whole life is different because he thought he was going to make up a sport [hybrid rules fight] and do it with a guy who is now using it as an April Fool’s joke.”

“What ever has happened here? He’s [Francis Ngannou] got to get some cold water. He has to wake up and he needs to call back his boss,” Sonnen explained.

Winning the undisputed UFC heavyweight championship back in March 2021, Ngannou handed two-time division best, Stipe Miocic a second round knockout loss at the UFC Apex facility in the pair’s championship rematch.

Two years ago today, Francis Ngannou knocked out Stipe Miocic pic.twitter.com/Dbl0onWd4u

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