Is Chael Sonnen on ESPN?

Chael Sonnen has been a mixed martial arts (MMA) analyst for ESPN since 2015. He currently co-hosts “The Chael Sonnen Show with Jorge Sedano” on ESPN+ and appears on a number of MMA programs across platforms and on event coverage, including reports on SportsCenter from UFC events.

Does Chael Sonnen work for the UFC?

Sonnen works on most UFC events as an analyst on the desk thanks to his role as a contributor to ESPN. He also works occasionally in a similar analytical role for Bellator.

Did ESPN cancel Chael Sonnen?

ESPN announced in a statement that Sonnen will be absent from the network as the investigation into the battery case moves forward. “Chael will not appear on ESPN as we explore the details of these serious charges,” the network said of Sonnen.

Did chael leave UFC after Silva?

Anderson Silva was around halfway into his 17-fight winning streak when UFC president Dana White began referring to him as the greatest fighter in MMA history.

What happened with Chael?

Former UFC title challenger Chael Sonnen faces nearly a dozen charges stemming from a December incident in Las Vegas. According to online court records, Sonnen was hit with 10 misdemeanor charges of battery and one felony charge of battery by strangulation.

Does Dana White still own the UFC?

Dana White owned 9% of the UFC when in July 2016, the Fertitta brothers sold the company for $4.025 billion. He made around $360 million from the sale. White announced that he would continue in his role as the president of the UFC and that he was given an undisclosed stake in the new business.

When was Chael Sonnen last UFC fight?

Chael Sonnen

Result Fighter Event
win Quinton Jackson Bellator 192 – Jackson vs. Sonnen Jan / 20 / 2018
win Wanderlei Silva Bellator 180 – Sonnen vs. Silva Jun / 24 / 2017
loss Tito Ortiz Bellator 170 – Sonnen vs. Ortiz Jan / 21 / 2017
loss Rashad Evans UFC 167 – St. Pierre vs. Hendricks Nov / 16 / 2013