The man of the hour, too sweet to be sour, what you see is what you get and what you don't is better yet. I'm the women's pick, I'm the men's regret, and if you went against Chael Sonnen, you made a bad bet.
I wrote this before the bout: “Lyoto Machida, Lyoto Machida. We have Karate movies, So tell me who needs ya? You jump and you kick And we’ve seen it before. But what we haven’t seen is A wrestler put you through the floor. You kicked out Randy’s teeth, So Ol’ Chael’s gotta win! You don’t count out a gangster The biggest arms in West Linn. I can’t believe you agreed! You signed it, I fooled ya. When I send you back home, Tell em Chael Sonnen schooled ya.” Didn’t quite work out this way, but I love Chael and wanted him to see it before to give him some swagger.
I'd go further and would say he is the biggest heel while simultaniously the only hero without a cape we really need The only undefeated multiple weightclass champion who never even lost a round The biggest arm, all the harm and most of the charm, the american gangster, the "super" in front of " man" The big in front of the mc Ladies and gentlemen, THE BAD GUY The Greatest of all time and before time was even created -CHAEL P SONNEN
Will be remembered for never running from a fight. Taking any fight even on 24 hrs notice. The best post fight speeches the octagon has ever seen. Your fights with Bisping, Silva, Wanderlei, and Jon are ones I can keep watching over and over.
As a former junior Olympic athlete, I struggled to find purpose after failing to make the team. This video helped me put a lot of my resulting issues into perspective and I greatly appreciate it. Thanks Uncle Chael.
I met Chael at the Faber vs Aldo fight. I was wearing an Anderson Silva jersey and Chael spotted me and came straight over. I shook his hand, introduced my wife and we took a pic together. He said "Nice jersey" while we were taking the pic. Pretty intimidating to be around but a very nice guy. That's how I will remember him.
Chael, speaking behalf of all MMA fans from around the world. We remember you as a two weight division, two organization, two generation World Champion. You beat the unbeatable possible Goat in the UFC at 185 for 24 outta 25 minutes. ( Won by ref stoppage due to ground strikes ) You beat the unbeatable possible Goat in the UFC at 205. ( Won by ref stoppage due to injury. ) You beat the WEC champion at WEC 36. (Won by Unanimous Decision) You've beaten countless other world champions throughout your spectacular and most entertaining career. All while keeping the Bad Guy image, even though, your the nicest guy in the world. And the best part is, you don't even brag about all the nice things you've done behind the curtains as you must keep that Bad Guy imagine to sell out stadiums around the world. We thank you. May you enjoy your well earned retirement.
The Ocean that ebbs also must tide. The Sun that rises also must set. The Falcon that soars so high, also must nest. The Chael Sonnen who destroyed every contender to his crown, leaving none but himself as King. That Chael Sonnen, must now help build the next generation of Kings. They were. They are. They always will be. Thank you Chael.
I've been forgetting when I am, You should know, You're always there. I keep repeating, The next time, time next time. You won't. I hate this lie the most. Mostly I just hate The want.
Chael. Us from Brazil got to know you from that Anderson conference. It wasn't very nice I should say but damn good entertainment. Later on happened that Wanderley Silva thing and TUF in Brazil and that was when we got to know the real Chael Sonnen. You are a good guy, excelent fighter and has your name among the greatest. You almost beat the greatest at his best. You never back down. Rest easy my friend. Your legacy is intact.
Uncle Chael will be remembered as that guy who won belts in every organisation he's been in, never lost a round, undefeated and most certainly the best talker in the business
Dominated Anderson Silva 4-1, unprecedented at the time. Btw I am convinced that fight is why he hates 5 rounds and his opponent missing weight for the WEC title fight that he won being why he hates missing weight so strongly lmao
Motivational speaker Chael is here. Good advice! As a retired Army officer, I'm going to think about what he said. It's hard not to still define myself as a Soldier.
I will remember you as an entertainer in MMA. It was never a dull moment listening to you talk. Witty, smart and down rite cruel when you wanted to be.
He will go to italy and demand their best pizza Chief to cook him the best Pizza if not he will rip Italy from the surface of the earth and throw it into the sun
The fact that Chanel did his job in making weight against Paulo Filho in there rematch and still not getting the strap is a crime he won fair and square Chael you are a Champion The BadGuy gave us plenty of entertainment and I loved watching every minute of it!
If bellator is still going in 100 years you'll be talked about and people will watch and listen to you and know you were a founder member of the company... Enjoy your life Mr Sonnen...
For cutting the TV cables, in celebrity apprentice and shutting everything down. To buy your team time to complete your task. That action got you fired! I would've hired you! Legend!
You'll be remembered as a champ in my eyes! The P stands for peoples champ. Huge respect for what you've done for mma. Great podcast and you have an excellent fans here 🙏🏻 thanks uncle chael
We love you Chael. As fans we are extremely fortunate to have someone like you apart of the sport. Looking forward to hopefully seeing you in the booth for many years
That story of this uncle is basically the same as many other champions from the past. A lot of people take pride in acting like they don't really care about their medal and don't really keep it in a prominent place, but fact is that most people just put it in a drawer somewhere.
This amazing sport wouldn’t be what it is today without you Chael. Glad you’re not getting hit in the head anymore as you’re even better at this than fighting, thank you for everything.
Chael as a hardcore mma fan for 12 years now I can tell you that you will be remembered as the man that didn’t back down from anyone, wasn’t intimidated by anyone and came to fight every single time he got in the ring. As to everything you just said in your video I agree 1000%, you cannot live in the past. But just know that even if your not living in it, we all will remember and know you for who you were. Cheers uncle Chael, thanks for everything.
This day and age is the era of pick and choose fights. Chael talked his way into a lot of fights but he took all the hardest fights and never tried to take an easy opponent.
You are an honest and very intelligent gentleman. So true to yourself and what you believe in and hold dear. You are an example to men everywhere. Love ya Chael.
Here's how I will remember you..a hard working, entertaining, larger than life, charismatic, tough as nails, and humble man that gave us 110 percent every fight and made us come back wanting to see him fight again.
Chael is my favourite fighter and I'm so incredibly envious of his social and speaking skills, highly articulate and intelligent. Great wrestler, underrated standup.
That's all well and good BUT... what Chael should be remembered for is being a man who take any fight, with anyone, at anytime. A true fighter. A fighter without conditions. Chael Sonnen closed the door and turned out the lights because there is no one is left in that room now that he has retired. Congratulations to the toughest SOB to ever do it. Your career is an inspiration.
Chael you are truly a beautiful soul and by far my favorite person in MMA. Thank you so very much for always being so honest and hilarious. Most MMA fans are negative idiot scumbags but your fans are funny, positive uplifting humans because you have taught us all so much. So thanks again Chael, you've enriched more lives than you could ever imagine and I'm truly honored that I can say that I followed you career like a fly follows a fresh dookie
Goddamn This is something almost everyone in America should listen to. You're a wise man , can't even imagine the quality of the lady you have on your side, and the family that surrounds you. Thanks for everything, and you already have millions following your next career.
I found Chael the RUclipsr/Commentator then I discovered who he was as a fighter and that’s how I’ll remember him.. and I realized how much fun of a guy he is.. he’s a fantastic talker. A skill that makes people listen and draws you in
I’ll remember you as one of the people’s champ. An American Gangster in ever since of the word. You were willing to fight anyone, at anytime and in any weight class. Not only a great fighter but also a phenomenal entertainer and a true student of the game. Chael P Sonnen you are truly the last of a dying breed and were cut from a different set of cloth. It was a honor and a pleasure to watch you fight sir. Thank you Chael P Sonnen “The American Gangster, The Bad Guy”
Major respect for you and your attitude Chael! I wish you a contented and happy retirement. Although I hope you will still grace us with your commentary from time to time.
Chael - I remember where I was when you beat Anderson 4 out of 5 rounds to win the MW Title. I definitely remember that legendary call-out after beating Stann! I remember being the only guy being in an L.A. British pub cheering for The Bad Guy in the #1 contender fight with Bisping. I remember how Anderson had to grab your shorts and give a "questionable" knee (thigh) to the chest (head) in the rematch. And who could ever forget that YOU, and only you, have come the closest to beating Jon fricking Jones...mere seconds away from wining that LHW strap! Loved your pressers, love all the media you have done and will continue to do. I just think the biggest question on everyone's mind is - Would you consider coming out of retirement to rematch Kevin James? It seems like everyone but the ref knew you were just fooling with the tap and James shouldn't have gotten the W on that! Total BS!
This is why Chael is so popular as a commentator, vlogger, storyteller, talker etc on YT, let alone as a fighter. This is about the healthiest mindset one can have as a successful but retiring athlete and almost anyone can learn from this talk - that identities in life are transient, not fixed and that we all can, should and deserve to let go of past passions and seek to redefine ourselves throughout life. As an injured athlete(non-competitive) this struck a chord with me today, thanks good ol Uncle Chael.
Chael created the blueprint for McGregor and other showmen in the fight game. Lets not forget how amazing Chael was in hyping up a fight and giving us all great moments. These moments always made life better. And for that, I thank you Sir!
I'm not gonna lie, i teared up when i watched Uncle Chael lay his gloves down that night. I'm sure I'm not alone, and i don't care what anyone thinks, i will always remember the American gangster, Uncle Chael P Sonnen, as the gift, God, and GOAT of MMA. And as long as we are lucky enough to watch him on RUclips, or on Ariel and the Bad guy, or in any shape or form, i will tune in, ears and eyes open, and with a smile on my face. Thank you Uncle Chael, for all the great fights, the commentary, the stories, the greatness, the entertainment, and above all inspiration. You truly are the GOAT 🙏💪💯💯💯💯
chael taking a moment to send a message to a friend while he makes a point to address his own retirement was touching. undisputed undefeated greatest of all time
I used to not understand the Chael Sonnen effect and the fandom around it. Then this RUclips channel started. I was slowly won over by the fight analysis. I stayed for the genuine personality. This video, in my humble opinion on the internet, moves him to real deal Mt. Olympus status in MMA. World class fighter (in true Chael fashion), world class commentator, world class analyst, world class interviewer and now world class fight philosopher. A true renaissance man through the ebbs and flows. Thank you for everything, champ.
A really intelligent, perceptive, funny, interesting, tough, affectionate, cool, empathetic dude who liked to teach, explain, promote understanding, tease, mock, bully and laugh. He will be remembered as a complex dude who will never be able to be summed up in anything less than a book. The greatest thing about Chael is that he never lost the ability to laugh at the absurdity of life. He intimated his most challenging moments and most bitter defeats in a way that helps the average guy deal with failure and adversity. He never took himself too seriously and demonstrated by example how to be a man. Thanks for the memories and keep talking to us! You are a great inspiration to many. He could make millions doing speaking engagements because everyone has always been hanging on waiting for the next thought or word he proffered.
@Chael Sonnen @ *Chael Sonnen* 2:24 to 3:40 You REALLY touched me in this interview you have help'ed me in a big way with "you have to move on" thank you!! I GET IT NOW!! From the bottom of my heart,, Thank You..you do not know how much you help'ed me to be a better person...So THANK YOU! i just felt right now.."I'V MOVED ON" so THANK YOU! ..
Ill remember you as a guy that took every advantage he possibly could. Be it wrong or right, but also someone that owned up to it. You always made fighting fun. I love that you are getting out without staying to long. I wish and hope nothing but the best for you and look forward to your content.
Chael, just by reading the comments... I think you’ll be remembered with the utmost joy. Chael P Sonnen, the P standing for Perfection. The American Gangster, you’ve been exponentially entertaining to watch. Thank you. Please stick around the MMA community, you truly belong in it. Your presence is strong and loved.
Chael you probably won’t read this but your kids and your kids kids got one hell of a life mentor. Something a lot of people don’t ever get. Congrats on a bad ass career man.
You will be remembered as a legend, sir. There are many fighters out there, but there is only one Chael Sonnen. A truly good guy trying to seem as a bad.
You’re an inspiration to all of us Chael, you will be remembered for being a real man, who’s word is true. You never avoided a tough fight and I look up to you for that. Listening to this video inspired me to stop doing drugs and better my life.
An OG, a pioneer , a tough guy, a man who fought the best of the best, of whom were mostly eating picograms. You may not have won a belt, but what you did equates to so much more than that. Legend.
I'll always remember Chael Sonnen as a good fighter who was willing to fight any other fighter out there but more importantly a great man who is intelligent and well spoken. Chael is a good role model for the sport
I will remember Chael as possibly one of the biggest contributors to this amazing sport in all it's facets! Big thanks Chael for all the great memories! A living legend!!!
The baddest man from West Lynn, the American Gangster, often imitated and never duplicated, Chael P.(for perfect) Sonnen. I’d say you should be remembered as a man who had the courage of his convictions.
ill remember you as someone who made the sport so much more entertaining, in ways others haven't really done at that time. Someone who gave prime anderson silva the greatest fight of his life. pushed one of the best to their limits. Ill miss you man but cant wait to listen to your commentary on things for years to come
Just as you were the first one to find a way to make fights happen and sell them, you're the first one who found a way to be remembered regardless of records. No matter the record, there's always eventually gonna come someone better. Chael P. Sonnen transcended that by becoming a mentor to generations...
I just wanted to thank you for sharing your career with us MMA fans, the ones of us that grew up watching you will never forget. Legends never die and you my friend are a legend. Best wishes in the future and thanks again for the memories. Chael for President!!!!!!!
What you have contributed to the MMA world will live on long after you decided to walk away from the sport. As great and fearless as you were as a fighter, you're one of the few that has so much more to offer outside of the context of the octagon. You've inspired and continue to inspire whoever tunes in to hear you express your perspective which is always honest, genuine and not without it's unique and entertaining flair. I know I'll still be tuning in week after week, and not because you're a fighter, but because you're the one and only Chael Sonnen. Thanks for unapologetically being your authentic self and congratulations on an incredible career. 🙏🏻
You'll be remembered as the first man in the history of combat sports to never lose a single minute of a round in his entire career. Against some of the fiercest competition that the worlds stock of elite fighters could throw at you. A true virtuoso of combat and destruction. Chael "The GOAT" Sonnen.
You will be remembered as the undefeated and undisputed fighter who never lost a round, never lost a minute of the round, biggest arms in West Linn Oregon, The american gangster, MMA GOAT, The legend of the sport. And by the way you legit Middleweight WEC champion. Wish you the best champ
WEC champ and 4/5 rounds against Silva = UFC middleweight champ. Paper lies but Chael is the clear goat at 185. Whittaker and Romero are lucky he's retired tbh
Chael will be remembered for figuring out how Kevin Lee fits into all of this.
Lol. Made me literally lol
this is hilarious
all you braindeads never comment on the actual content of the video i wonder if u even watch it or just come to comment and leave
@@AXharoth Well let me offer you this...
😂😂😂😂
He wants to be remembered for the man who witnessed Nogueira feed a carrot to a bus.
That actually happened
And his brother petted it
carlos coronado he said “wowh big fella”
And his brother was petting it saying ‘whoooooa big fella’
Nogueira was taking his belt off like he was going to lasso the bus and take it home as a pet!
The man of the hour, too sweet to be sour, what you see is what you get and what you don't is better yet.
I'm the women's pick, I'm the men's regret, and if you went against Chael Sonnen, you made a bad bet.
I'm here trying to have a good day and people hit me with the heartfelt poetic shit like that. It ain't easy
Beautifully put, dude.
I wrote this before the bout:
“Lyoto Machida, Lyoto Machida.
We have Karate movies,
So tell me who needs ya?
You jump and you kick
And we’ve seen it before.
But what we haven’t seen is
A wrestler put you through the floor.
You kicked out Randy’s teeth,
So Ol’ Chael’s gotta win!
You don’t count out a gangster
The biggest arms in West Linn.
I can’t believe you agreed!
You signed it, I fooled ya.
When I send you back home,
Tell em Chael Sonnen schooled ya.”
Didn’t quite work out this way, but I love Chael and wanted him to see it before to give him some swagger.
@@well_as_an_expert_id_say It's a post fight Chael Quote
Random journalist: "Chael, how much do you weigh right now?"
Chael: "I'm 217 pounds of muscle, steel, and sex appeal"
The American Gangster, The Bad Guy, Uncle Chael.. Legend.
Chael said do not get stuck in the cracks of the world.
Its time brother
Don’t be a pussy bro
a gangster ? HA ! that's funny, this guy is a moron !
@Matthew M Daniel Cormier fan spotted
Nobody:
Nogueira brothers: *WHOAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA BIG FELLA*
LOL
I'm in tears
This comment is legendary😂
"how are you?"-connor mcgregor
Chael P. Sonnen = greatest talker of all time. You are the reason I became a fan of MMA
I'd go further and would say he is the biggest heel while simultaniously the only hero without a cape we really need
The only undefeated multiple weightclass champion who never even lost a round
The biggest arm, all the harm and most of the charm, the american gangster,
the "super" in front of " man"
The big in front of the mc
Ladies and gentlemen, THE BAD GUY
The Greatest of all time and before time was even created
-CHAEL P SONNEN
@@backbone93 💯👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
That's what scares the hell out of me!
No one else knows how to talk
lol,
how about Joe Rogan pal ?
Will be remembered for never running from a fight. Taking any fight even on 24 hrs notice. The best post fight speeches the octagon has ever seen. Your fights with Bisping, Silva, Wanderlei, and Jon are ones I can keep watching over and over.
He's awesome
Guys... lets raise some money and send this man a belt... Chael : The People Champ.
As a former junior Olympic athlete, I struggled to find purpose after failing to make the team. This video helped me put a lot of my resulting issues into perspective and I greatly appreciate it.
Thanks Uncle Chael.
You played ping pong ass clown
Chris what did you almost make the olympics doing?
@Trouser Troll oh so he is a good person cus of a comment??. Niave much?😂😂
@@adventureswiththecrazyvet he might not be a good one but it seems you are certainly a shitty one.
What sport?
You will always be remembered as a tough guy, A wise man once said thats the greatest compliment a fighter can recieve.
I hope this podcast will continue. Above the mma knowledge, Chael you drop gems for life. Thank you, coach!
My grandchildren will remember your name, 'Chael P Sonnen' The Baddest Man on the planet.
My 3 year old is scared to watch chaels fights, I make him anyway... he now has nightmares - 100% fan
For invading wanderlei's house and catching him doing "jiu-jitsu" with nogueira brothers in his bedroom
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I met Chael at the Faber vs Aldo fight. I was wearing an Anderson Silva jersey and Chael spotted me and came straight over. I shook his hand, introduced my wife and we took a pic together. He said "Nice jersey" while we were taking the pic. Pretty intimidating to be around but a very nice guy. That's how I will remember him.
The pound for pound undefeated undisputed American gangster straight out of the mean streets of west Lynn Oregon..
He makes the streets mean...
Lyotos Knee tapped to Chaels headbutt, i got it of Record
@@Jorge-wg9tq they had to share that car...who gets to drive today?!
Chael, speaking behalf of all MMA fans from around the world.
We remember you as a two weight division, two organization, two generation World Champion.
You beat the unbeatable possible Goat in the UFC at 185 for 24 outta 25 minutes. ( Won by ref stoppage due to ground strikes )
You beat the unbeatable possible Goat in the UFC at 205. ( Won by ref stoppage due to injury. )
You beat the WEC champion at WEC 36. (Won by Unanimous Decision)
You've beaten countless other world champions throughout your spectacular and most entertaining career.
All while keeping the Bad Guy image, even though, your the nicest guy in the world.
And the best part is, you don't even brag about all the nice things you've done behind the curtains as you must keep that Bad Guy imagine to sell out stadiums around the world.
We thank you.
May you enjoy your well earned retirement.
The Ocean that ebbs also must tide.
The Sun that rises also must set.
The Falcon that soars so high, also must nest.
The Chael Sonnen who destroyed every contender to his crown, leaving none but himself as King.
That Chael Sonnen, must now help build the next generation of Kings.
They were.
They are.
They always will be.
Thank you Chael.
Royal Pain, Absolutely loved your comment! Well said!!!!!!!!!!!!
I've been forgetting when I am,
You should know,
You're always there.
I keep repeating,
The next time, time next time.
You won't.
I hate this lie the most.
Mostly I just hate
The want.
Chael. Us from Brazil got to know you from that Anderson conference. It wasn't very nice I should say but damn good entertainment. Later on happened that Wanderley Silva thing and TUF in Brazil and that was when we got to know the real Chael Sonnen. You are a good guy, excelent fighter and has your name among the greatest. You almost beat the greatest at his best. You never back down. Rest easy my friend. Your legacy is intact.
Uncle Chael will be remembered as that guy who won belts in every organisation he's been in, never lost a round, undefeated and most certainly the best talker in the business
Huge respect to the gangster!!
don't forget undisputed
Dominated Anderson Silva 4-1, unprecedented at the time.
Btw I am convinced that fight is why he hates 5 rounds and his opponent missing weight for the WEC title fight that he won being why he hates missing weight so strongly lmao
Motivational speaker Chael is here. Good advice! As a retired Army officer, I'm going to think about what he said. It's hard not to still define myself as a Soldier.
I will remember you as an entertainer in MMA. It was never a dull moment listening to you talk. Witty, smart and down rite cruel when you wanted to be.
bigger question......when will you finish the deep dish pizza trilogy?
George RR Martin: 'I have the most anticipated series of all time'
Chael Sonnen: 'Hold my deep dish'
We're all waiting..... very impatiently lol
Get in the hole PREQUELS LOL
He will go to italy and demand their best pizza Chief to cook him the best Pizza if not he will rip Italy from the surface of the earth and throw it into the sun
@@Jorge-wg9tq 😂😂😂😂😂😂 thats what pizza is up against its fucked!
Chael showed up, made weight, bit down on his mouthpiece, and did his best.
I'm not going to "remember" that, I'm going to learn from it.
Entertaining Conflict goddamn that was well said.
The fact that Chanel did his job in making weight against Paulo Filho in there rematch and still not getting the strap is a crime he won fair and square Chael you are a Champion
The BadGuy gave us plenty of entertainment and I loved watching every minute of it!
true
I will remember you in so many ways. All good ways, too
Uncle Chael will always be remembered by the record books of the streets. THE BIGGEST ARM IN WEST LINN OREGON!
the American Gangster will be remembered as the American class act .. Thanks Chael
Chael should be in the ufc hall of fame hands down , like if u agree
If bellator is still going in 100 years you'll be talked about and people will watch and listen to you and know you were a founder member of the company... Enjoy your life Mr Sonnen...
They'll remember the time he made Tito tap .
It's always important to let go!. Those words are GOLD"
For cutting the TV cables, in celebrity apprentice and shutting everything down. To buy your team time to complete your task. That action got you fired! I would've hired you! Legend!
You'll be remembered as a champ in my eyes! The P stands for peoples champ. Huge respect for what you've done for mma. Great podcast and you have an excellent fans here 🙏🏻 thanks uncle chael
Mel Counts was Chael’s NBA Uncle...won two championships with the Celtics ‘65 and ‘66...won the Gold metal in the Tokyo Olympics ‘64
Just looked it up, thanks for the info.
I don't know how to explain it but whenever I watch his channel it looks like he's talking to me directly 🤷🏽♂️
He is buddy
He maintains eye contacy
One of the greatest minds in MMA. That's how I'll remember Chael.
We love you Chael. As fans we are extremely fortunate to have someone like you apart of the sport. Looking forward to hopefully seeing you in the booth for many years
I will always remember Chael as one of the Legends of MMA
That story of this uncle is basically the same as many other champions from the past. A lot of people take pride in acting like they don't really care about their medal and don't really keep it in a prominent place, but fact is that most people just put it in a drawer somewhere.
This amazing sport wouldn’t be what it is today without you Chael. Glad you’re not getting hit in the head anymore as you’re even better at this than fighting, thank you for everything.
Chael as a hardcore mma fan for 12 years now I can tell you that you will be remembered as the man that didn’t back down from anyone, wasn’t intimidated by anyone and came to fight every single time he got in the ring. As to everything you just said in your video I agree 1000%, you cannot live in the past. But just know that even if your not living in it, we all will remember and know you for who you were. Cheers uncle Chael, thanks for everything.
i can't remember ANY fighter's retirement being talked about this much... Chael ur a LEGEND amongst LEGENDS regardless if u wanna be remembered or not
Undefeated. Not. A. Single. Round.
I offer you this, not a single second
Even a picosecond
@Rafał Majewski Chael doesn't get punched in the face, Chael headbutts people's fists
Undefeated, undisputed across three weight classes. The greatest fighter of all time.
@Rafał Majewski he probably broke Silva's leg with that one
This day and age is the era of pick and choose fights. Chael talked his way into a lot of fights but he took all the hardest fights and never tried to take an easy opponent.
You are an honest and very intelligent gentleman.
So true to yourself and what you believe in and hold dear.
You are an example to men everywhere.
Love ya Chael.
The best there is, the best there was, and the best there ever will be.
Undefeated, undisputed
Here's how I will remember you..a hard working, entertaining, larger than life, charismatic, tough as nails, and humble man that gave us 110 percent every fight and made us come back wanting to see him fight again.
Chael is my favourite fighter and I'm so incredibly envious of his social and speaking skills, highly articulate and intelligent. Great wrestler, underrated standup.
That's all well and good BUT... what Chael should be remembered for is being a man who take any fight, with anyone, at anytime. A true fighter. A fighter without conditions. Chael Sonnen closed the door and turned out the lights because there is no one is left in that room now that he has retired. Congratulations to the toughest SOB to ever do it. Your career is an inspiration.
Chael you are truly a beautiful soul and by far my favorite person in MMA. Thank you so very much for always being so honest and hilarious. Most MMA fans are negative idiot scumbags but your fans are funny, positive uplifting humans because you have taught us all so much. So thanks again Chael, you've enriched more lives than you could ever imagine and I'm truly honored that I can say that I followed you career like a fly follows a fresh dookie
He has awesome fans I feel sad again lol
Goddamn
This is something almost everyone in America should listen to.
You're a wise man , can't even imagine the quality of the lady you have on your side, and the family that surrounds you.
Thanks for everything, and you already have millions following your next career.
I found Chael the RUclipsr/Commentator then I discovered who he was as a fighter and that’s how I’ll remember him.. and I realized how much fun of a guy he is.. he’s a fantastic talker. A skill that makes people listen and draws you in
You had a great career, Sonnen. Never backed down from a fight.
Mr. Sonnen, I'm going to miss you! UFC 117 and 148 best live events I've ever been to. Thank you👏
@Sukhdev Sohal Year 12
Unfortunately I did not make that fight. You?!
I’ll remember you as one of the people’s champ. An American Gangster in ever since of the word. You were willing to fight anyone, at anytime and in any weight class. Not only a great fighter but also a phenomenal entertainer and a true student of the game. Chael P Sonnen you are truly the last of a dying breed and were cut from a different set of cloth. It was a honor and a pleasure to watch you fight sir. Thank you Chael P Sonnen “The American Gangster, The Bad Guy”
Major respect for you and your attitude Chael! I wish you a contented and happy retirement. Although I hope you will still grace us with your commentary from time to time.
Chael - I remember where I was when you beat Anderson 4 out of 5 rounds to win the MW Title. I definitely remember that legendary call-out after beating Stann! I remember being the only guy being in an L.A. British pub cheering for The Bad Guy in the #1 contender fight with Bisping. I remember how Anderson had to grab your shorts and give a "questionable" knee (thigh) to the chest (head) in the rematch. And who could ever forget that YOU, and only you, have come the closest to beating Jon fricking Jones...mere seconds away from wining that LHW strap!
Loved your pressers, love all the media you have done and will continue to do.
I just think the biggest question on everyone's mind is - Would you consider coming out of retirement to rematch Kevin James? It seems like everyone but the ref knew you were just fooling with the tap and James shouldn't have gotten the W on that! Total BS!
This is why Chael is so popular as a commentator, vlogger, storyteller, talker etc on YT, let alone as a fighter. This is about the healthiest mindset one can have as a successful but retiring athlete and almost anyone can learn from this talk - that identities in life are transient, not fixed and that we all can, should and deserve to let go of past passions and seek to redefine ourselves throughout life. As an injured athlete(non-competitive) this struck a chord with me today, thanks good ol Uncle Chael.
Chael created the blueprint for McGregor and other showmen in the fight game. Lets not forget how amazing Chael was in hyping up a fight and giving us all great moments. These moments always made life better. And for that, I thank you Sir!
I'm not gonna lie, i teared up when i watched Uncle Chael lay his gloves down that night. I'm sure I'm not alone, and i don't care what anyone thinks, i will always remember the American gangster, Uncle Chael P Sonnen, as the gift, God, and GOAT of MMA. And as long as we are lucky enough to watch him on RUclips, or on Ariel and the Bad guy, or in any shape or form, i will tune in, ears and eyes open, and with a smile on my face. Thank you Uncle Chael, for all the great fights, the commentary, the stories, the greatness, the entertainment, and above all inspiration. You truly are the GOAT 🙏💪💯💯💯💯
chael taking a moment to send a message to a friend while he makes a point to address his own retirement was touching. undisputed undefeated greatest of all time
Your legacy has already been created in the comment section. It's unfortunate though that we never got to see the superfight between you and Artem.
Shhhh! It could still happen!
Oh we dont want this, terrifying.... the two goats. Only one would come out alive
No boxer can talk like him. Very few retired athletes can match this level of intelligence and introspection. I’m always impressed sir.
I used to not understand the Chael Sonnen effect and the fandom around it.
Then this RUclips channel started. I was slowly won over by the fight analysis. I stayed for the genuine personality.
This video, in my humble opinion on the internet, moves him to real deal Mt. Olympus status in MMA. World class fighter (in true Chael fashion), world class commentator, world class analyst, world class interviewer and now world class fight philosopher.
A true renaissance man through the ebbs and flows. Thank you for everything, champ.
A really intelligent, perceptive, funny, interesting, tough, affectionate, cool, empathetic dude who liked to teach, explain, promote understanding, tease, mock, bully and laugh. He will be remembered as a complex dude who will never be able to be summed up in anything less than a book. The greatest thing about Chael is that he never lost the ability to laugh at the absurdity of life. He intimated his most challenging moments and most bitter defeats in a way that helps the average guy deal with failure and adversity. He never took himself too seriously and demonstrated by example how to be a man. Thanks for the memories and keep talking to us! You are a great inspiration to many. He could make millions doing speaking engagements because everyone has always been hanging on waiting for the next thought or word he proffered.
I'll always remember you as a dude who loved his dad, and as a dude who loves his dad, that's good enough for me.
I will always remember this video. Thank you, uncle Chael.
I’ll always remember chael for never backing down. Always making a fight entertaining. Before, during, and after the fight.
Retirement is not the end of Chael P. Sonnen. Your still here in another capacity and still making memories.
I can’t wait for him to get a gold RUclips play button and he makes a belt out of that
@Chael Sonnen @ *Chael Sonnen* 2:24 to 3:40 You REALLY touched me in this interview
you have help'ed me in a big way with "you have to move on" thank you!!
I GET IT NOW!! From the bottom of my heart,, Thank You..you do not know how much you help'ed me to be a better person...So THANK YOU!
i just felt right now.."I'V MOVED ON" so THANK YOU! ..
Ill remember you as a guy that took every advantage he possibly could. Be it wrong or right, but also someone that owned up to it. You always made fighting fun. I love that you are getting out without staying to long. I wish and hope nothing but the best for you and look forward to your content.
Chael, just by reading the comments... I think you’ll be remembered with the utmost joy.
Chael P Sonnen, the P standing for Perfection. The American Gangster, you’ve been exponentially entertaining to watch. Thank you. Please stick around the MMA community, you truly belong in it. Your presence is strong and loved.
Chael you probably won’t read this but your kids and your kids kids got one hell of a life mentor. Something a lot of people don’t ever get. Congrats on a bad ass career man.
I think in the long run you will be remembered for your commentary more then anything!
You will be remembered as a legend, sir. There are many fighters out there, but there is only one Chael Sonnen. A truly good guy trying to seem as a bad.
Well Chael, you'll never be forgotten.
You will be remembered for being the best entertainer and having the guts to fight anyone anywhere anytime
You’re an inspiration to all of us Chael, you will be remembered for being a real man, who’s word is true. You never avoided a tough fight and I look up to you for that. Listening to this video inspired me to stop doing drugs and better my life.
An OG, a pioneer , a tough guy, a man who fought the best of the best, of whom were mostly eating picograms. You may not have won a belt, but what you did equates to so much more than that. Legend.
Guy who will fight anyone, anywhere, any time. Legitimately. That is how I remember Chael.
I'll always remember Chael Sonnen as a good fighter who was willing to fight any other fighter out there but more importantly a great man who is intelligent and well spoken. Chael is a good role model for the sport
you were the first fighter who got me excited to see an ufc event, like truly excited. thanks
I will remember Chael as possibly one of the biggest contributors to this amazing sport in all it's facets!
Big thanks Chael for all the great memories! A living legend!!!
You’re one of the most original, beloved, entertaining people in mma and a legend.
I will remember Chael as the guy who always went forward and never backed down. Ever. That's more than most fighters can ever say.
The baddest man from West Lynn, the American Gangster, often imitated and never duplicated, Chael P.(for perfect) Sonnen. I’d say you should be remembered as a man who had the courage of his convictions.
I'll always remember Sonnen as fearless. The Silva call out always comes to mind.
I'll remember chael for never getting tired, and never refusing a fight. Ever
ill remember you as someone who made the sport so much more entertaining, in ways others haven't really done at that time. Someone who gave prime anderson silva the greatest fight of his life. pushed one of the best to their limits. Ill miss you man but cant wait to listen to your commentary on things for years to come
You will always be remembered as a legend and inspiration in disguise from the the land im born and raised on, Oregon.
Just as you were the first one to find a way to make fights happen and sell them, you're the first one who found a way to be remembered regardless of records.
No matter the record, there's always eventually gonna come someone better. Chael P. Sonnen transcended that by becoming a mentor to generations...
I just wanted to thank you for sharing your career with us MMA fans, the ones of us that grew up watching you will never forget. Legends never die and you my friend are a legend. Best wishes in the future and thanks again for the memories. Chael for President!!!!!!!
What you have contributed to the MMA world will live on long after you decided to walk away from the sport. As great and fearless as you were as a fighter, you're one of the few that has so much more to offer outside of the context of the octagon. You've inspired and continue to inspire whoever tunes in to hear you express your perspective which is always honest, genuine and not without it's unique and entertaining flair. I know I'll still be tuning in week after week, and not because you're a fighter, but because you're the one and only Chael Sonnen. Thanks for unapologetically being your authentic self and congratulations on an incredible career. 🙏🏻
My man, your legacy is just now starting. You’re a great analyst and you’ll continue to grow as a man and mentor.
Chael has been fighting since I was 1 year old. I’m 23 now… isn’t that just incredible??? God bless The Bad Guy.
Chael will be remembered for not hiding from a fight and giving it his all.
You'll be remembered as the first man in the history of combat sports to never lose a single minute of a round in his entire career. Against some of the fiercest competition that the worlds stock of elite fighters could throw at you. A true virtuoso of combat and destruction. Chael "The GOAT" Sonnen.
Chael, you’re a real one. Always will be. You’ll have a following wherever you go.
You will always be remembered as a great fighter and an even better man. Much love from new orleans chael
You will be remembered as the undefeated and undisputed fighter who never lost a round, never lost a minute of the round, biggest arms in West Linn Oregon, The american gangster, MMA GOAT, The legend of the sport. And by the way you legit Middleweight WEC champion. Wish you the best champ
WEC champ and 4/5 rounds against Silva = UFC middleweight champ. Paper lies but Chael is the clear goat at 185. Whittaker and Romero are lucky he's retired tbh