Chael Sonnen MMA Profile Record, Stats, Biography, UFC Career & Fight History
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CHAEL SONNEN
“The American Gangster”
UNITED STATES • LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT
W-L-D
31-17-1
(T)KO
8-7
SUB
4-9
BIOGRAPHY
COUNTRY
United States
WT CLASS
Light Heavyweight
HT / WT
6′ 1″, 205 lbs
BIRTHDATE
04/03/1977 (49)
STANCE
Southpaw
REACH
73.0″ (185cm)
TEAM / RESIDENCE
Team Quest • West Linn, Oregon
NICKNAME
“The American Gangster”
CAREER HONOURS & HISTORICAL RECORDS
Chael Sonnen Record
WINS31
KO/TKO
8
SUB
4
DECISION
19
LOSSES17
KO/TKO
7
SUB
9
DECISION
1
DRAWS1
DR
1
NO CONTEST0
NC
0
Percentage Statistics
Calculated from 49 professional bouts (31-17-1).
RESULT
FIGHTER
EVENT
METHOD
DURATION/DATE
LOSS
Lyoto Machida
Brazil
Brazil
Bellator 222: MacDonald vs. Gracie
Jun / 14 / 2019
TKO
Rnd 2 (0:22)
Jun / 14 / 2019
ROUND2
TIME0:22
METHODTKO
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Bellator 222 Co-Main Event • Machida vs. Sonnen
Co-Main Event
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Lyoto Machida
Fight Location New York City, New York, United States (Madison Square Garden)
New York City, New York, United States (Madison Square Garden)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205.6 lbs vs 204.4 lbs
Lyoto Machida Record at Bout (Opponent)25-8-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout31-16-1
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Lyoto Machida: -335 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +275 (Underdog)
Officials
Ref: Todd Anderson
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Machida dropped Sonnen with a flying knee late in round one and replicated the flying knee right at the start of round two, following up with strikes to earn the stoppage at 0:22. Sonnen announced his official MMA retirement post-fight.
LOSS
Fedor Emelianenko
Russia
Russia
Bellator 208: Fedor vs. Sonnen
Oct / 13 / 2018
TKO
Rnd 1 (4:46)
Oct / 13 / 2018
ROUND1
TIME4:46
METHODTKO
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Bellator Heavyweight World Grand Prix Semifinal • Fedor vs. Sonnen
Tournament Semifinal
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Fedor Emelianenko
Fight Location Uniondale, New York, United States (Nassau Coliseum)
Uniondale, New York, United States (Nassau Coliseum)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup227.0 lbs vs 236.0 lbs
Fedor Emelianenko Record at Bout (Opponent)37-5-0 (1 NC)
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout31-15-1
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Fedor Emelianenko: -275 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +215 (Underdog)
Officials
Ref: Dan Miragliotta
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
High-paced heavyweight slugfest. Fedor knocked Sonnen down with early heavy left hands; Sonnen responded with takedowns, but Emelianenko swept, reversed, and finished the bout with heavy ground-and-pound punches at 4:46 of round one.
WIN
Quinton Jackson
United States
United States
Bellator 192: Rampage vs. Sonnen
Jan / 20 / 2018
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Jan / 20 / 2018
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Bellator Heavyweight World Grand Prix Quarterfinal • Rampage vs. Sonnen
Tournament Quarterfinal
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Quinton Jackson
Fight Location Inglewood, California, United States (The Forum)
Inglewood, California, United States (The Forum)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup222.0 lbs vs 253.0 lbs
Quinton Jackson Record at Bout (Opponent)37-12-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout30-15-1
Disclosed Fighter Purse$300,000 USD
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Chael Sonnen: -165 (Favorite)
vs
Quinton Jackson: +135 (Underdog)
Officials & Scorecards
Ref: Blake Grice
Michael Bell: 29-28
Derek Cleary: 29-28
Ron McCarthy: 29-28
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen overcame a 31-pound weight deficit by utilizing relentless wrestling, securing takedowns in all three rounds to earn a unanimous decision and advance in the Heavyweight Grand Prix.
WIN
Wanderlei Silva
Brazil
Brazil
Bellator NYC: Sonnen vs. Silva
Jun / 24 / 2017
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Jun / 24 / 2017
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Bellator NYC Main Event • Sonnen vs. Silva
Main Event
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Wanderlei Silva
Fight Location New York City, New York, United States (Madison Square Garden)
New York City, New York, United States (Madison Square Garden)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205.8 lbs vs 205.8 lbs
Wanderlei Silva Record at Bout (Opponent)35-12-1 (1 NC)
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout29-15-1
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Chael Sonnen: -155 (Favorite)
vs
Wanderlei Silva: +135 (Underdog)
Officials & Scorecards
Ref: John McCarthy
Derek Cleary: 30-26
Eric Colón: 30-27
Doug Crosby: 30-27
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Settling years of bad blood following their infamous TUF Brazil brawl, Sonnen survived early power hooks from Silva to dominate the canvas with multiple double-leg takedowns and smothering ground-and-pound across 15 minutes.
LOSS
Tito Ortiz
United States
United States
Bellator 170: Sonnen vs. Ortiz
Jan / 21 / 2017
Submission
Rnd 1 (2:03)
Jan / 21 / 2017
ROUND1
TIME2:03
METHODSubmission
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Bellator 170 Main Event • Sonnen vs. Ortiz
Bellator Debut
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Tito Ortiz
Fight Location Inglewood, California, United States (The Forum)
Inglewood, California, United States (The Forum)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Tito Ortiz Record at Bout (Opponent)18-12-1
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout29-14-1
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Chael Sonnen: -175 (Favorite)
vs
Tito Ortiz: +145 (Underdog)
Officials
Ref: John McCarthy
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen scored an early takedown and attempted a D’Arce choke, but Ortiz escaped, took mount, and transitioned to a rear-naked choke to force a tap at 2:03 of round one.
LOSS
Rashad Evans
United States
United States
UFC 167: St-Pierre vs. Hendricks
Nov / 16 / 2013
KO/TKO
Rnd 1 (4:05)
Nov / 16 / 2013
ROUND1
TIME4:05
METHODKO/TKO
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 UFC 167 Co-Main Event • Evans vs. Sonnen
Co-Main Event
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Rashad Evans
Fight Location Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (MGM Grand Garden Arena)
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (MGM Grand Garden Arena)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup206 lbs vs 205 lbs
Rashad Evans Record at Bout (Opponent)18-3-1
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout29-13-1
Disclosed Fighter Purse$100,000 USD
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Rashad Evans: -230 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +190 (Underdog)
Officials
Ref: Herb Dean
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Evans out-wrestled Sonnen early, achieving dominant top position before unleashing ground-and-pound strikes against the fence that prompted Herb Dean to halt the contest at 4:05 of round one.
WIN
Mauricio Rua
Brazil
Brazil
UFC Fight Night: Shogun vs. Sonnen
Aug / 17 / 2013
Submission
Rnd 1 (4:47)
Aug / 17 / 2013
ROUND1
TIME4:47
METHOD
Submission
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 UFC Fight Night Main Event • Shogun vs. Sonnen
Main Event
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Maurício Rua
Fight Location Boston, Massachusetts, United States (TD Garden)
Boston, Massachusetts, United States (TD Garden)Duration5 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Maurício Rua Record at Bout (Opponent)21-7-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout28-13-1
Total Earnings$150,000 USD ($100k base + $50k SOTN)
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Chael Sonnen: -130 (Favorite)
vs
Maurício Rua: +110 (Underdog)
Officials
Ref: Herb Dean
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen took former Pride Grand Prix and UFC Champion Shogun Rua down early, and when Rua scrambled to return to his feet, Sonnen snatched a tight guillotine choke that forced the tapout with only 13 seconds left in the opening round, earning a $50k Submission of the Night bonus.
LOSS
Jon Jones
United States
United States
UFC 159: Jones vs. Sonnen
Apr / 27 / 2013
KO/TKO
Rnd 1 (4:33)
Apr / 27 / 2013
ROUND1
TIME4:33
METHODKO/TKO
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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UFC Light Heavyweight Championship • Jones vs. Sonnen
Challenged for Undisputed 205 lb Title
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Jon Jones
Fight Location Newark, New Jersey, United States (Prudential Center)
Newark, New Jersey, United States (Prudential Center)Duration5 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Jon Jones Record at Bout (Opponent)17-1-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout28-12-1
Disclosed Fighter Purse$50,000 USD
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Jon Jones: -950 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +675 (Underdog)
Officials
Ref: Keith Peterson
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Following their coaching stint on TUF 17, Jones repeatedly wrestled Sonnen down and unleashed heavy ground elbows and punches to finish the bout at 4:33 of the first round. Notably, Jones suffered a grotesque compound fracture of his left big toe during the bout that went unnoticed until after the stoppage.
LOSS
Anderson Silva
Brazil
Brazil
UFC 148: Silva vs. Sonnen 2
Jul / 07 / 2012
KO/TKO
Rnd 2 (1:55)
Jul / 07 / 2012
ROUND2
TIME1:55
METHODKO/TKO
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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UFC Middleweight Championship • Silva vs. Sonnen 2
Challenged for Undisputed 185 lb Title
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Anderson Silva
Fight Location Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (MGM Grand Garden Arena)
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (MGM Grand Garden Arena)Duration5 x 5 min
Weights Matchup185 lbs vs 184 lbs
Anderson Silva Record at Bout (Opponent)31-4-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout28-11-1
Disclosed Fighter Purse$50,000 USD
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Anderson Silva: -275 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +235 (Underdog)
Officials
Ref: Yves Lavigne
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
In one of the most anticipated rematches in UFC history, Sonnen took Silva down immediately in round one and dominated from top position. In round two, Sonnen missed a spinning backfist, slipping to the canvas, where Silva landed a devastating knee to the chest and follow-up punches to force the TKO.
WIN
Michael Bisping
England
England
UFC on Fox: Evans vs. Davis
Jan / 28 / 2012
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Jan / 28 / 2012
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 UFC Middleweight Title Eliminator • Sonnen vs. Bisping
Co-Main Event Feature
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Michael Bisping
Fight Location Chicago, Illinois, United States (United Center)
Chicago, Illinois, United States (United Center)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup185 lbs vs 185 lbs
Michael Bisping Record at Bout (Opponent)22-3-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout27-11-1
Total Earnings$150,000 USD ($75k to show + $75k win bonus)
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Chael Sonnen: -460 (Favorite)
vs
Michael Bisping: +360 (Underdog)
Officials & Scorecards
Ref: John McCarthy
Sal D’Amato: 30-27
Richard Bertrand: 29-28
Otto Torriero: 29-28
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
High-intensity wrestling and cage-control chess match. Bisping defended brilliantly along the fence, but Sonnen landed four takedowns and secured dominant control in round three to take a unanimous decision and earn a rematch with Anderson Silva.
WIN
Brian Stann
United States
United States
UFC 136: Edgar vs. Maynard 3
Oct / 08 / 2011
Submission
Rnd 2 (3:51)
Oct / 08 / 2011
ROUND2
TIME3:51
METHODSubmission
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 UFC 136 Co-Main Event • Sonnen vs. Stann
Co-Main Event
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Brian Stann
Fight Location Houston, Texas, United States (Toyota Center)
Houston, Texas, United States (Toyota Center)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup185 lbs vs 186 lbs
Brian Stann Record at Bout (Opponent)11-3-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout26-11-1
Total Earnings$130,000 USD ($65k to show + $65k win bonus)
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Chael Sonnen: -250 (Favorite)
vs
Brian Stann: +210 (Underdog)
Officials
Ref: Herb Dean
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Returning after a 14-month layoff, Sonnen delivered a clinic in top control, landing repeatedly on the mat before securing an arm-triangle choke from half-guard to tap former WEC champion Stann at 3:51 of the second round.
LOSS
Anderson Silva
Brazil
Brazil
UFC 117: Silva vs. Sonnen
Aug / 07 / 2010
Submission
Rnd 5 (3:10)
Aug / 07 / 2010
ROUND5
TIME3:10
METHOD
Submission
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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UFC Middleweight Championship • Silva vs. Sonnen
UFC Hall of Fame Fight • Fight of the Year
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Anderson Silva
Fight Location Oakland, California, United States (Oracle Arena)
Oakland, California, United States (Oracle Arena)Duration5 x 5 min
Weights Matchup185 lbs vs 185 lbs
Anderson Silva Record at Bout (Opponent)26-4-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout26-10-1
Total Earnings$95,000 USD ($35k base + $60k FOTN)
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Anderson Silva: -450 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +350 (Underdog)
Officials & Scorecards Prior to Finish
Ref: Josh Rosenthal
Nelson Hamilton: 40-36 (Sonnen)
Michael Bell: 40-34 (Sonnen)
Susan Thomas-Gitlin: 40-35 (Sonnen)
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
One of the most legendary title fights in mixed martial arts history. Sonnen stunned Silva standing early and proceeded to dominate with wrestling, landing a then-record 320 total strikes over four and a half rounds. Up overwhelmingly on all scorecards with under two minutes remaining, Sonnen was trapped in a triangle armbar by Silva at 3:10 of round five. The battle was awarded Fight of the Year and inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame.
WIN
Nate Marquardt
United States
United States
UFC 109: Relentless
Feb / 06 / 2010
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Feb / 06 / 2010
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHOD
Decision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 UFC Middleweight Title Eliminator • Sonnen vs. Marquardt
Co-Main Event Feature
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Nate Marquardt
Fight Location Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (Mandalay Bay Events Center)
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (Mandalay Bay Events Center)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup185 lbs vs 186 lbs
Nate Marquardt Record at Bout (Opponent)29-8-2
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout25-10-1
Total Earnings$124,000 USD ($32k + $32k + $60k FOTN)
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Nate Marquardt: -380 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +310 (Underdog)
Officials & Scorecards
Ref: Dan Miragliotta
Patricia Morse-Jarman: 30-27
Glenn Trowbridge: 30-27
Tony Weeks: 30-27
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Blood-soaked war. Sonnen took heavy cuts from Marquardt’s elbows but escaped tight guillotine chokes and dominated with six takedowns and smothering top control across all three rounds, earning a clean sweep on the scorecards, Fight of the Night honors ($60k), and his first UFC title shot.
WIN
Yushin Okami
Japan
Japan
UFC 104: Machida vs. Shogun
Oct / 24 / 2009
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Oct / 24 / 2009
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 UFC 104 Main Card Feature • Sonnen vs. Okami
Main Card Feature
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Yushin Okami
Fight Location Los Angeles, California, United States (Staples Center)
Los Angeles, California, United States (Staples Center)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup185 lbs vs 185 lbs
Yushin Okami Record at Bout (Opponent)23-4-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout24-10-1
Total Earnings$54,000 USD ($27k to show + $27k win bonus)
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Yushin Okami: -230 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +190 (Underdog)
Officials & Scorecards
Ref: Herb Dean
Michael Bell: 30-27
Marcos Rosales: 30-27
Nelson Hamilton: 30-27
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen out-wrestled Japanese juggernaut Okami over three grueling rounds, grounding him in every frame and negating Okami’s judo to earn an emphatic 30-27 unanimous decision victory.
WIN
Dan Miller
United States
United States
UFC 98: Evans vs. Machida
May / 23 / 2009
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
May / 23 / 2009
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 UFC 98 Main Card • Sonnen vs. Miller
Main Card Feature
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Dan Miller
Fight Location Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (MGM Grand Garden Arena)
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (MGM Grand Garden Arena)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup186 lbs vs 185 lbs
Dan Miller Record at Bout (Opponent)11-1-0 (1 NC)
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout23-10-1
Total Earnings$50,000 USD ($25k to show + $25k win bonus)
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Dan Miller: -190 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +165 (Underdog)
Officials & Scorecards
Ref: Yves Lavigne
Adalaide Byrd: 30-27
Glenn Trowbridge: 30-27
Tony Weeks: 30-27
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Dominant wrestling clinic. Sonnen neutralised former IFL champion Dan Miller’s dangerous submission game, taking him down with ease in every round to earn a unanimous 30-27 sweep.
LOSS
Demian Maia
Brazil
Brazil
UFC 95: Sanchez vs. Stevenson
Feb / 21 / 2009
Submission
Rnd 1 (2:37)
Feb / 21 / 2009
ROUND1
TIME2:37
METHODSubmission
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 UFC Return Bout • Sonnen vs. Maia
Main Card Feature
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Demian Maia
Fight Location London, England, United Kingdom (The O2 Arena)
London, England, United Kingdom (The O2 Arena)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup185 lbs vs 184 lbs
Demian Maia Record at Bout (Opponent)9-0-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout23-9-1
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Demian Maia: -210 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +175 (Underdog)
Officials
Ref: Dan Miragliotta
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Maia executed a picture-perfect lateral drop takedown from the clinch, transitioned smoothly into full mount, and rolled through into a triangle choke to force Sonnen’s submission at 2:37 of the first round.
WIN
Paulo Filho
Brazil
Brazil
WEC 36: Faber vs. Brown
Nov / 05 / 2008
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Nov / 05 / 2008
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 WEC 36 Co-Main Event • Filho vs. Sonnen 2
Catchweight Feature (Filho Missed Weight)
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Paulo Filho
Fight Location Hollywood, Florida, United States (Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino)
Hollywood, Florida, United States (Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup185 lbs vs 189 lbs (Missed Weight)
Paulo Filho Record at Bout (Opponent)16-0-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout22-9-1
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Paulo Filho: -200 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +165 (Underdog)
Officials & Scorecards
Ref: Steve Mazzagatti
Hector Gomez: 30-27
Jeff Mullen: 30-27
Michael Ryan: 30-27
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Originally scheduled for the WEC Middleweight Championship, the bout was changed to a non-title contest after champion Filho weighed in 4 lbs over the limit. Sonnen completely dominated the undefeated Brazilian with superior striking and wrestling over 15 minutes, handing Filho the first defeat of his career.
WIN
Bryan Baker
United States
United States
WEC 33: Back to Vegas
Mar / 26 / 2008
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Mar / 26 / 2008
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 WEC 33 Main Card Feature • Sonnen vs. Baker
Main Card Feature
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Bryan Baker
Fight Location Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (Hard Rock Hotel and Casino)
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (Hard Rock Hotel and Casino)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup185 lbs vs 185 lbs
Bryan Baker Record at Bout (Opponent)6-0-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout21-9-1
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Chael Sonnen: -335 (Favorite)
vs
Bryan Baker: +245 (Underdog)
Officials & Scorecards
Ref: Josh Rosenthal
Adalaide Byrd: 30-26
Patricia Morse-Jarman: 30-25
Glenn Trowbridge: 30-25
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Step-in opponent Bryan Baker had no answer for Sonnen’s relentless collegiate wrestling, as Sonnen grounded him and landed heavy top control across three rounds to score a lopsided unanimous decision.
LOSS
Paulo Filho
Brazil
Brazil
WEC 31: Faber vs. Curran
Dec / 12 / 2007
Submission
Rnd 2 (4:55)
Dec / 12 / 2007
ROUND2
TIME4:55
METHODSubmission
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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WEC Middleweight Championship • Filho vs. Sonnen
Challenged for Undisputed WEC 185 lb Belt
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Paulo Filho
Fight Location Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (Hard Rock Hotel and Casino)
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (Hard Rock Hotel and Casino)Duration5 x 5 min
Weights Matchup185 lbs vs 185 lbs
Paulo Filho Record at Bout (Opponent)15-0-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout20-9-1
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Paulo Filho: -450 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +325 (Underdog)
Officials
Ref: Josh Rosenthal
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Controversial finish. Sonnen controlled round one and much of round two before Filho secured an armbar late in the second frame. Referee Josh Rosenthal interpreted Sonnen’s yell in pain as a verbal submission and stopped the fight at 4:55, despite Sonnen’s immediate and adamant protests that he did not submit.
WIN
Kyacey Uscola
United States
United States
SF 20: Homecoming
Oct / 27 / 2007
TKO
Rnd 1
Oct / 27 / 2007
ROUND1
METHODTKO
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 SportFight 20 • Sonnen vs. Uscola
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Kyacey Uscola
Fight Location Portland, Oregon, United States (Rose Garden Arena)
Portland, Oregon, United States (Rose Garden Arena)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup185 lbs vs 185 lbs
Kyacey Uscola Record at Bout (Opponent)13-10-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout19-9-1
Officials
Ref: Dave Hagen
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen took Uscola down swiftly and rained down unanswered punches and hammerfists on the mat to force the referee stoppage in the opening round.
WIN
Amar Suloev
Russia
Russia
Bodog Fight: Alvarez vs. Lee
Jul / 14 / 2007
TKO
Rnd 2 (3:33)
Jul / 14 / 2007
ROUND2
TIME3:33
METHODTKO
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 BodogFight Feature • Sonnen vs. Suloev
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Amar Suloev
Fight Location Trenton, New Jersey, United States (Sovereign Bank Arena)
Trenton, New Jersey, United States (Sovereign Bank Arena)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup185 lbs vs 185 lbs
Amar Suloev Record at Bout (Opponent)23-6-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout18-9-1
Officials
Ref: John McCarthy
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen grounded the Red Devil Sport Club veteran Suloev repeatedly, eventually trapping him against the ropes to deliver heavy ground-and-pound strikes that forced John McCarthy’s stoppage at 3:33 of the second round.
WIN
Tim McKenzie
United States
United States
BodogFight – Costa Rica 2/18
Feb / 18 / 2007
Submission (Brabo Choke)
Rnd 1 (0:13)
Feb / 18 / 2007
ROUND1
TIME0:13
METHODSubmission
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 BodogFight Costa Rica • Sonnen vs. McKenzie
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Tim McKenzie
Fight Location San José, Costa Rica
San José, Costa RicaDuration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Tim McKenzie Record at Bout (Opponent)10-3-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout17-9-1
Officials
Ref: Herb Dean
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Lightning-fast victory. Sonnen locked in a tight D’Arce/Brabo choke immediately after hitting the mat, forcing McKenzie to tap in just 13 seconds.
WIN
Aleksei Oleinik
Russia
Russia
Bodog Fight: USA vs. Russia
Dec / 02 / 2006
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Dec / 02 / 2006
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 BodogFight USA vs. Russia • Sonnen vs. Oleinik
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Aleksei Oleinik
Fight Location Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (Agrodome)
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (Agrodome)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Aleksei Oleinik Record at Bout (Opponent)14-3-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout16-9-1
Officials
Ref: Yves Lavigne
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen completely shut down Russian submission specialist “The Boa Constrictor” Oleinik, negating his Ezekiel chokes and grappling transitions to sweep a 30-27 unanimous decision.
WIN
Tim Credeur
United States
United States
Bodog Fight: To the Brink of War
Aug / 22 / 2006
TKO
Rnd 1 (2:18)
Aug / 22 / 2006
ROUND1
TIME2:18
METHODTKO
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🥊 BodogFight Season 1 • Sonnen vs. Credeur
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Tim Credeur
Fight Location San José, Costa Rica
San José, Costa RicaDuration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup185 lbs vs 185 lbs
Tim Credeur Record at Bout (Opponent)6-1-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout15-9-1
Officials
Ref: Herb Dean
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen grounded future TUF standout Credeur in the opening minutes and unleashed heavy, unanswered punches from top control to seal the TKO stoppage at 2:18 of the first round.
LOSS
Jeremy Horn
United States
United States
UFC 60: Hughes vs. Gracie
May / 27 / 2006
Submission
Rnd 2 (1:17)
May / 27 / 2006
ROUND2
TIME1:17
METHODSubmission
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🥊 UFC 60 Trilogy • Sonnen vs. Horn 3
Main Card Feature
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Jeremy Horn
Fight Location Los Angeles, California, United States (Staples Center)
Los Angeles, California, United States (Staples Center)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup204 lbs vs 205 lbs
Jeremy Horn Record at Bout (Opponent)78-14-5
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout15-8-1
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Jeremy Horn: -200 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +160 (Underdog)
Officials
Ref: Mario Yamasaki
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
In the final chapter of their trilogy, Sonnen took Horn down and established top control in round one, but MMA veteran Horn caught Sonnen in an armbar from the bottom in round two to force the submission at 1:17.
WIN
Trevor Prangley
South Africa
South Africa
UFC Fight Night 4
Apr / 06 / 2006
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Apr / 06 / 2006
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 UFC Fight Night 4 • Sonnen vs. Prangley 2
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Trevor Prangley
Fight Location Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (Hard Rock Hotel and Casino)
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (Hard Rock Hotel and Casino)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Trevor Prangley Record at Bout (Opponent)14-2-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout14-8-1
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Trevor Prangley: -225 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +185 (Underdog)
Officials & Scorecards
Ref: Herb Dean
Judge 1: 30-27
Judge 2: 30-27
Judge 3: 30-27
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Avenging his 2003 submission defeat, Sonnen controlled distance on the feet and utilized effective takedowns and top positional control in every round to earn a shutout 30-27 unanimous decision victory.
LOSS
Renato Sobral
Brazil
Brazil
UFC 55: Fury
Oct / 07 / 2005
Submission
Rnd 2 (1:20)
Oct / 07 / 2005
ROUND2
TIME1:20
METHODSubmission
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🥊 Octagon Debut • Sobral vs. Sonnen
UFC Debut
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Renato Sobral
Fight Location Uncasville, Connecticut, United States (Mohegan Sun Arena)
Uncasville, Connecticut, United States (Mohegan Sun Arena)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Renato Sobral Record at Bout (Opponent)26-7-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout14-7-1
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Renato Sobral: -275 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +225 (Underdog)
Officials
Ref: Mario Yamasaki
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen showed strong collegiate wrestling in the first round, but Brazilian submission specialist Renato “Babalu” Sobral locked in a triangle choke from guard early in round two to force the tap at 1:20.
WIN
Timothy Williams
United States
United States
SF 11: Rumble at the Rose Garden
Jul / 09 / 2005
TKO
Rnd 1 (3:59)
Jul / 09 / 2005
ROUND1
TIME3:59
METHODTKO
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 SportFight 11 • Sonnen vs. Williams
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Timothy Williams
Fight Location Portland, Oregon, United States (Rose Garden Arena)
Portland, Oregon, United States (Rose Garden Arena)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Timothy Williams Record at Bout (Opponent)1-0-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout13-7-1
Officials
Ref: Dave Hagen
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen grounded Williams right from the start, unleashing unanswered hammerfists and punches from full mount until the referee stepped in to stop the bout at 3:59 of round one.
WIN
Adam Tarsey
United States
United States
Euphoria: USA vs. World
Feb / 26 / 2005
TKO
Rnd 1 (3:49)
Feb / 26 / 2005
ROUND1
TIME3:49
METHODTKO
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🥊 Euphoria MFC • Sonnen vs. Tarsey
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Adam Tarsey
Fight Location Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States (Trump Taj Mahal)
Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States (Trump Taj Mahal)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Adam Tarsey Record at Bout (Opponent)1-2-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout12-7-1
Officials
Ref: Steve Mazzagatti
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen took Tarsey down with authority, moved directly into top control, and landed continuous strikes to seal the first-round TKO victory at 3:49.
LOSS
Terry Martin
United States
United States
XFO 4: International
Dec / 03 / 2004
TKO (Corner Stoppage)
Rnd 2 (5:00)
Dec / 03 / 2004
ROUND2
TIME5:00
METHODTKO
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 XFO 4 • Martin vs. Sonnen
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Terry Martin
Fight Location McHenry, Illinois, United States (Lakeland Auditorium)
McHenry, Illinois, United States (Lakeland Auditorium)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Terry Martin Record at Bout (Opponent)8-0-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout12-6-1
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Terry Martin battered Sonnen with heavy power shots over two bruising rounds, resulting in Sonnen’s corner calling a halt to the contest prior to the start of round three.
WIN
Alex Stiebling
United States
United States
WEC 12: Halloween Fury 3
Oct / 21 / 2004
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Oct / 21 / 2004
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 WEC Promotional Debut • Sonnen vs. Stiebling
WEC Debut
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Alex Stiebling
Fight Location Lemoore, California, United States (Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino)
Lemoore, California, United States (Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Alex Stiebling Record at Bout (Opponent)17-7-1
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout11-6-1
💰 Pre-Fight Betting Odds
Alex Stiebling: -140 (Favorite)
vs
Chael Sonnen: +110 (Underdog)
Officials & Scorecards
Ref: Marcos Rosales
Judge 1: 30-27
Judge 2: 30-27
Judge 3: 30-27
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
In his WEC debut, Sonnen neutralised Pride veteran Alex “The Brazilian Killa” Stiebling with dominant wrestling and control across all three rounds to earn a unanimous decision.
LOSS
Jeremy Horn
United States
United States
SF 6: Battleground in Reno
Sep / 23 / 2004
Submission (Guillotine)
Rnd 2 (2:35)
Sep / 23 / 2004
ROUND2
TIME2:35
METHODSubmission
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🥊 SportFight 6 Rematch • Horn vs. Sonnen 2
Co-Main Event
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Jeremy Horn
Fight Location Reno, Nevada, United States (Reno Hilton Outdoor Amphitheater)
Reno, Nevada, United States (Reno Hilton Outdoor Amphitheater)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Jeremy Horn Record at Bout (Opponent)70-13-5
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout11-5-1
Officials
Ref: Herb Dean
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen took the fight to Horn early, controlling top position throughout round one before Horn caught him in a deep guillotine choke during a scramble in round two to force the submission at 2:35.
LOSS
Keiichiro Yamamiya
Japan
Japan
Pancrase: 2004 Neo-Blood Tournament Final
Jul / 25 / 2004
Decision – Majority
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Jul / 25 / 2004
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Majority
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Pancrase Feature • Yamamiya vs. Sonnen
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Keiichiro Yamamiya
Fight Location Tokyo, Japan (Korakuen Hall)
Tokyo, Japan (Korakuen Hall)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Keiichiro Yamamiya Record at Bout (Opponent)28-19-8
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout11-4-1
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Returning to Pancrase in Tokyo, Sonnen engaged in a tactical battle against Japanese veteran Yamamiya, narrowly dropping a majority decision over three rounds.
LOSS
Jeremy Horn
United States
United States
EC 57: Extreme Challenge 57
May / 06 / 2004
TKO (Cut)
Rnd 1 (3:34)
May / 06 / 2004
ROUND1
TIME3:34
METHODTKO
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🥊 Extreme Challenge 57 Main Event • Horn vs. Sonnen 1
Main Event
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Jeremy Horn
Fight Location Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States (Harrah’s Casino)
Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States (Harrah’s Casino)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Jeremy Horn Record at Bout (Opponent)68-13-5
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout11-3-1
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen clashed with MMA pioneer Jeremy Horn for the first time in his career; a severe laceration suffered in round one led the cageside physician to wave the fight off at 3:34.
WIN
Justin Bailey
United States
United States
ROTR: Rage on the River
Apr / 17 / 2004
KO
Rnd 1 (0:40)
Apr / 17 / 2004
ROUND1
TIME0:40
METHODKO
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Rage on the River • Sonnen vs. Bailey
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Justin Bailey
Fight Location Redding, California, United States (Win-River Casino)
Redding, California, United States (Win-River Casino)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Justin Bailey Record at Bout (Opponent)3-1-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout10-3-1
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen blitzed Bailey right from the opening touch, landing a devastating left hook that knocked Bailey out clean in just 40 seconds.
WIN
Arman Gambaryan
Russia
Russia
Euphoria: Russia vs. USA
Mar / 13 / 2004
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Mar / 13 / 2004
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Euphoria: Russia vs. USA • Sonnen vs. Gambaryan
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Arman Gambaryan
Fight Location Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States (Trump Taj Mahal)
Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States (Trump Taj Mahal)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Arman Gambaryan Record at Bout (Opponent)11-5-1
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout9-3-1
Officials
Ref: Steve Mazzagatti
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen out-wrestled Russian sambo veteran Gambaryan, landing multiple double-leg takedowns and controlling the canvas to earn a clear unanimous decision.
WIN
Homer Moore
United States
United States
ROTR 4.5: Proving Grounds
Dec / 27 / 2003
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 2 (5:00)
Dec / 27 / 2003
ROUND2
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Rumble on the Rock 4.5 • Sonnen vs. Moore
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Homer Moore
Fight Location Hilo, Hawaii, United States (Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium)
Hilo, Hawaii, United States (Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium)Duration2 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Homer Moore Record at Bout (Opponent)18-3-1
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout8-3-1
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Traveling to Hawaii for Rumble on the Rock, Sonnen nullified UFC veteran Homer Moore with stifling top control and takedowns across both rounds.
WIN
Greg Curnut
United States
United States
FCFF: Rumble at the Roseland 10
Dec / 13 / 2003
Submission (Punches)
Rnd 1 (1:07)
Dec / 13 / 2003
ROUND1
TIME1:07
METHODSubmission
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🥊 Rumble at the Roseland 10 • Sonnen vs. Curnut
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Greg Curnut
Fight Location Portland, Oregon, United States (Roseland Theater)
Portland, Oregon, United States (Roseland Theater)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Greg Curnut Record at Bout (Opponent)1-1-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout7-3-1
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen took Curnut down immediately, transitioned to full mount, and rained down unanswered strikes until Curnut submitted to punches at 1:07 of round one.
WIN
Jason Lambert
United States
United States
GC 20: Gladiator Challenge 20
Nov / 13 / 2003
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Nov / 13 / 2003
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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Gladiator Challenge Light Heavyweight Championship • Lambert vs. Sonnen
Captured GC Light Heavyweight Title
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Jason Lambert
Fight Location Colusa, California, United States (Colusa Casino Resort)
Colusa, California, United States (Colusa Casino Resort)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Jason Lambert Record at Bout (Opponent)13-2-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout6-3-1
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen out-wrestled future UFC contender Jason Lambert over three full rounds, using his collegiate pedigree to sweep all three rounds and capture the Gladiator Challenge Light Heavyweight belt.
LOSS
Forrest Griffin
United States
United States
IFC: Global Domination
Sep / 06 / 2003
Submission
Rnd 1 (2:25)
Sep / 06 / 2003
ROUND1
TIME2:25
METHODSubmission
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🥊 IFC Global Domination Tournament • Griffin vs. Sonnen
Tournament Feature
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Forrest Griffin
Fight Location Denver, Colorado, United States (Fillmore Auditorium)
Denver, Colorado, United States (Fillmore Auditorium)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup197 lbs vs 201 lbs
Forrest Griffin Record at Bout (Opponent)6-1-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout6-2-1
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
In an IFC tournament bout against future UFC champion Forrest Griffin, Sonnen landed an early takedown but was caught in a triangle choke from guard, tapping at 2:25 of round one.
WIN
Renato Sobral
Brazil
Brazil
Hitman Fighting 3
May / 02 / 2003
Decision
Rnd 3 (5:00)
May / 02 / 2003
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Hitman Fighting 3 • Sonnen vs. Sobral 1
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Renato Sobral
Fight Location Santa Ana, California, United States
Santa Ana, California, United StatesDuration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Renato Sobral Record at Bout (Opponent)20-6-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout6-2-1
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen out-pointed Brazilian contender Renato “Babalu” Sobral in their initial meeting, securing key takedowns to capture a decision victory.
DRAW
Akihiro Gono
Japan
Japan
Pancrase: Hybrid 2
Feb / 16 / 2003
Draw
Rnd 2 (5:00)
Feb / 16 / 2003
ROUND2
TIME5:00
METHODDraw
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Pancrase International Debut • Gono vs. Sonnen
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Akihiro Gono
Fight Location Osaka, Japan (Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium)
Osaka, Japan (Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium)Duration2 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Akihiro Gono Record at Bout (Opponent)16-8-6
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout6-2-0
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
In his international debut in Japan, Sonnen utilized his wrestling against Japanese star Akihiro Gono, battling through ten minutes of gritty clinch and grappling action to an official draw.
LOSS
Trevor Prangley
South Africa
South Africa
XFA 5: Redemption
Jan / 25 / 2003
Submission (Armbar)
Rnd 1 (2:49)
Jan / 25 / 2003
ROUND1
TIME2:49
METHODSubmission
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 XFA 5 • Prangley vs. Sonnen 1
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Trevor Prangley
Fight Location West Palm Beach, Florida, United States (West Palm Beach Auditorium)
West Palm Beach, Florida, United States (West Palm Beach Auditorium)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Trevor Prangley Record at Bout (Opponent)4-0-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout6-1-0
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
In a matchup of undefeated collegiate wrestlers, Sonnen scored an early takedown, but Prangley isolated an arm from guard to lock in a technical submission armbar at 2:49 of round one.
WIN
Justin Hawes
United States
United States
UFCF: Rumble in Rochester
Aug / 24 / 2002
TKO
Rnd 2 (4:26)
Aug / 24 / 2002
ROUND2
TIME4:26
METHODTKO
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Rumble in Rochester • Sonnen vs. Hawes
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Justin Hawes
Fight Location Rochester, Washington, United States (Lucky Eagle Casino)
Rochester, Washington, United States (Lucky Eagle Casino)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Justin Hawes Record at Bout (Opponent)0-0-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout5-1-0
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Sonnen grounded Hawes with ease, landing heavy ground-and-pound strikes from top mount to force the TKO finish at 4:26 of the second round.
WIN
Jesse Ault
United States
United States
RFC 1: The Beginning
Jul / 13 / 2002
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 3 (5:00)
Jul / 13 / 2002
ROUND3
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 RFC 1 Rematch • Sonnen vs. Ault 2
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Jesse Ault
Fight Location Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (The Orleans Hotel and Casino)
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (The Orleans Hotel and Casino)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Jesse Ault Record at Bout (Opponent)3-1-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout4-1-0
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
In their rematch three months after their tournament bout, Sonnen once again dominated Ault with suffocating wrestling and positional control to earn a unanimous decision.
WIN
Scott Shipman
United States
United States
Dangerzone 13: Caged Heat
Apr / 13 / 2002
Submission (Forearm Choke)
Rnd 2 (2:08)
Apr / 13 / 2002
ROUND2
TIME2:08
METHODSubmission
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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Dangerzone Light Heavyweight Championship • Shipman vs. Sonnen
Captured Dangerzone Title & Tournament
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Scott Shipman
Fight Location New Town, North Dakota, United States (Four Bears Casino)
New Town, North Dakota, United States (Four Bears Casino)Duration3 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Scott Shipman Record at Bout (Opponent)0-0-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout3-1-0
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
In the final of the one-night Dangerzone Light Heavyweight Tournament, Sonnen grounded Shipman, advanced to side control, and locked in a forearm choke to capture the tournament championship at 2:08 of round two.
WIN
Jesse Ault
United States
United States
Dangerzone 13: Caged Heat
Apr / 13 / 2002
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 2 (5:00)
Apr / 13 / 2002
ROUND2
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Dangerzone Tournament Semifinal • Sonnen vs. Ault 1
Tournament Semifinal
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Jesse Ault
Fight Location New Town, North Dakota, United States (Four Bears Casino)
New Town, North Dakota, United States (Four Bears Casino)Duration2 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Jesse Ault Record at Bout (Opponent)3-0-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout2-1-0
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
In the semifinals of the Dangerzone tournament, Sonnen handed Jesse Ault his first career defeat by out-grappling him over two rounds to advance to the tournament final.
WIN
Jason Miller
United States
United States
HFP 1: Rumble on the Reservation
Mar / 30 / 2002
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 2 (5:00)
Mar / 30 / 2002
ROUND2
TIME5:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Hitman Fighting 1 • Sonnen vs. Miller
Featured Bout
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Jason Miller
Fight Location Anza, California, United States (Cahuilla Creek Casino)
Anza, California, United States (Cahuilla Creek Casino)Duration2 x 5 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 185 lbs
Jason Miller Record at Bout (Opponent)1-0-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout1-1-0
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Returning to MMA competition following a five-year collegiate wrestling campaign at the University of Oregon, Sonnen dominated future Strikeforce contender Jason “Mayhem” Miller with heavy top control to capture a unanimous decision.
WIN
Ben Hailey
United States
United States
BFV: Battle of Fort Vancouver
May / 10 / 1997
Decision – Unanimous
Rnd 1 (7:00)
May / 10 / 1997
ROUND1
TIME7:00
METHODDecision – Unanimous
Bout Specifications & Fight Financials
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🥊 Professional MMA Debut • Sonnen vs. Hailey
Pro Debut
Fighter MatchupChael Sonnen vs Ben Hailey
Fight Location Vancouver, Washington, United States
Vancouver, Washington, United StatesDuration1 x 7 min
Weights Matchup205 lbs vs 205 lbs
Ben Hailey Record at Bout (Opponent)0-0-0
Chael Sonnen Record at Bout0-0-0 (Debut)
🥊 Action & Knockdowns:
Making his professional mixed martial arts debut at age 20 in Vancouver, Washington, collegiate wrestler Sonnen took Ben Hailey to the canvas early and dominated the grappling throughout the seven-minute bout to secure a unanimous decision.
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