"I knew I'd get the choke because I knew he wouldn't want to get pounded by me," said Ortiz, who has gone 3-1 in the Bellator cage. Josh Gross of Bleacher Report commented on the finish, as Ortiz drew the tap without even having the hold under Sonnen's chin: Tito looks like he has some fight left in him. UFC's greatest rivalries: Chuck Liddell vs. Tito Ortiz had it all Bellator 170 - Sonnen vs. Ortiz I stayed and started running stairs until the end of the night when the coach told me I had to go or they would leave me. Ortiz Turns Into Mush Face, Passes Out After Failing 9G Centrifuge Check out Tito Ortiz . Tito Ortiz and Chael Sonnen are two of the UFC's most legendary stars. [44] The hearing was held on December 2, 2010. Tito Ortiz vs. Chael Sonnen Results: Bellator 170 Winner, Scorecard In other words, Sonnen's T/E ratio was nearly 17 times than a normal man's and over four times the allowed maximum for an athlete. Was this the biggest card in Bellator history? History will record that Hisaki Kato defeated Ralek Gracie by unanimous decision Saturday night. [154], In 2012, Sonnen started Mean Streets Pizza with business partner Lee Gamble in West Linn, Oregon. A largely actionless stalemate, the fight had Gracie showing every bit of the rust he accumulated in nearly seven years of MMA inactivity. Instead I strapped my shoes on and ran stairs and worked harder. #BELLATOR #TITOORTIZ #CHAELSONNENUpcoming events: https://www.bellato. Chael Sonnen had little trouble taking down Wanderlei Silva in . On April 4, 2019, it was announced that Sonnen would face Lyoto Machida on June 14, 2019, at Bellator 222 in Bellator's return to Madison Square Garden. I was heartbroken. . Brennan Ward by KO, 2:27, Rd. Ortiz (19-12-1) had promised Saturday would be the final fight of his career, and the quick victory did not change his mind. An emotional Ortiz wasted little time exacting his revenge against Sonnen. [53], Sonnen's abbreviated CSAC suspension expired on March 2, 2011. Bellator 170 'Ortiz vs. Sonnen' Results: Play-by-Play - Sherdog He was fired by host Arnold Schwarzenegger in the show's 4th week after it emerged that he had deliberately cut his team's computer cord in order to gain them more time.[165]. Afterward, Ortiz formally retired, laying his gloves in the center of the cage. - Tito Ortiz and Chael Sonnen weigh in for Bellator 170. [78] Despite the dominant performance from Jones, Sonnen was likely only 27 seconds away from winning the title, as it was later discovered that, while defending a takedown, Jones suffered a serious toe injury that could have resulted in a doctor's stoppage TKO loss had the bout continued to the second round. He debuted on November 14, previewing UFC 180. Ortiz unquestionably did what he set out to do Saturday night, winning his retirement fight with a first-round rear-naked choke of Chael Sonnen. Chuck Liddell vs. Tito Ortiz had it all. Ex-UFC fighter Sonnen facing 11 battery charges, Reporters reflect on the legacy and impact of Fedor Emelianenko, From Kimbo to Cyborg to Pitbull: Looking back at the biggest fights in Bellator history, UFC's greatest rivalries: Chuck Liddell vs. Tito Ortiz had it all, 20 MMA thoughts, including how Chael Sonnen became 'The Bad Guy', Sonnen retires from MMA after loss to Machida. Their rivalry dates . Chael Sonnen Stats, News, Bio | ESPN [17] He attended West Linn High School, where he was a state runner-up. [112], Upon signing with Bellator MMA in 2016, Sonnen signed as an analyst for Bellator in addition to being a fighter, and he also did commentary on numerous Bellator events. "The American Gangster" retired from mixed . ", "I didn't get brought to Bellator to fight Tito Ortiz," Sonnen said, per Bohn, I got brought to Bellator to replace Tito Ortiz. After Filho lost, he announced he would ship Sonnen the championship belt.[27]. Tito Ortiz vs. Chael Sonnen. Heres everything you need to know about their feud. Ward converted a couple of takedowns early but wasn't able to keep Daley down. All rights reserved. Tito Ortiz: Bellator 170 - Sonnen vs. Ortiz Jan / 21 / 2017: Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) . Casey did it again on the prelim portion of the card when he notched the second draw of his career, this one with Bellator journeyman Keith Berry. BEST MMA Rivalries: Sonnen vs. Ortiz | Bellator MMA - YouTube Sonnen appealed the CSAC's decision. Tito Ortiz claims he'll rematch Chael Sonnen in February 2023 [100] He won the fight via unanimous decision (3026, 3027, and 3027). Such was the case when underdog Tito Ortiz defeated Chael Sonnen in the main event at Bellator 170 by first-round submission. 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Our mission is to create, promote and produce the most exciting, competitive and entertaining Mixed Martial Arts competition in the world.Bellator is available to nearly 500 million homes worldwide in over 140 countries. Sherdog's live Bellator 170 coverage kicks off Saturday at 6:30 p.m. 1, Daniel Rodriguez def. "[146] In 2016, Chael's newborn daughter, died. If he really wants to keep doing it, even in this fairly novelty-laden capacity, he may need to make some substantial adjustments. It's probably not possible for a knee to land any flusher on an opponent's jaw. Chael Sonnen and Tito Ortiz traded blows inside and outside the cage. The bout ended with Ortiz submitting Sonnen via a rear-naked choke in the first round. There was an easy case for a 10-8 score in that round. [41] His scheduled rematch with Silva was subsequently cancelled.[42][43]. Chael Patrick Sonnen[4] (/tel snn/; born April 3, 1977)[5] is an American submission grappling promoter, mixed martial arts (MMA) analyst, and retired mixed martial artist. Ortiz (29-14-1 MMA, 2-1 BMMA) did his best to whip himself into a froth at the press conference for Saturday's Spike-televised event at The Forum in Inglewood, Calif., giving Sonnen (18-12-1 MMA, 0-0 BMMA) plenty of ammunition to heckle him . "This retirement is well due," Ortiz said on a Bellator 170 conference call, per, of MMA Fighting. The 39-year-old was fighting for the first time since 2013, due to a two-year drug suspension and retirement. (0:53). The best barbs from Tito Ortiz vs. Chael Sonnen at the Bellator 170 For more, follow Scott on Twitter. Derek Anderson by unanimous decision, Guilherme Vasconcelos def. Be the first one to comment on this story. Their unforgettable rivalry was the source of endless trash talk culminating in an epic. [107] He lost the fight via TKO in the second round. "I didn't get brought to Bellator to fight Tito Ortiz," Sonnen said, per Bohn. I was heartbroken. It allowed Berry to sneak back in and take the draw despite Casey's dominant beginning. [56], Sonnen was expected to face Mark Muoz on January at UFC on Fox 2,[57] but Muoz was injured and replaced by Michael Bisping. [94], Subsequent to his retirement, it was revealed on June 28, 2014, by the NSAC that Sonnen had failed a second random drug testthe third failed drug test throughout his MMA careerdue to the presence of human growth hormone (HGH), recombinant human erythropoietin (EPO), anastrozole, and human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). Brennan Ward by KO, 2:27, Rd. [28] He took the fight on 22 days' notice, and lost 36 pounds (16kg) in order to compete. Significant Striking Accuracy, SApM - In May 2006, Sonnen debuted for Bodog Fight, defeating Tim Credeur via TKO. [97], On September 15, 2016, it was reported that Sonnen had signed a multi-fight contract with Bellator MMA.[98]. Sonnen swept Ortiz early on and went for a D'arce choke, but Ortiz, a natural light heavyweight, was able to find full mount on a soggy Sonnen without a ton of effort. Ortiz calmly moved into Sonnen's half-guard and cleared his head from the choke, which he later said was never tight. He also said, "I love hearing him scream. Tito! [46] He said he had previously disclosed his condition to the CSAC before his UFC 104 bout with Yushin Okami, which took place in Los Angeles on October 24, 2009. Chael Sonnen and Tito Ortiz traded blows inside and outside the cage. He went on to win a unanimous decision over Alexey Oleinik, defeat Tim McKenzie in 13 seconds with a D'arce choke, and finish UFC and PRIDE veteran Amar Suloev via TKO. Raimondi's legitimate questions: Lesnar back in the UFC? [108] Sonnen announced his retirement from MMA in the post-fight interview. It was a far better performance for Sonnen than his last time out, when he suffered a submission loss to Tito Ortiz at Bellator 170. [70] Some fighters were upset with his title opportunity because Sonnen, "arguably the most legendary talker in UFC history",[71] had not fought since returning to the light heavyweight division. As always, the final stat lines only reveal so much. "He's not super strong, so I knew I could find those positions. Chael Sonnen by submission (rear-naked choke), 2:03, Rd. "Tito! If Rory MacDonald gets in this cage with me, he's getting knocked the f--- out. Casey came out strong and dominated Berry, particularly on the ground, which is Casey's wheelhouse. However, Sonnen and Ortiz did face each other once during their college wrestling days. [40] He was fined $2,500 and suspended for one year (until September 2, 2011) by the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC). Tito Ortiz says Chael Sonnen rematch set for Feb. 2023: 'I'll be Sonnen, who spent most of his career at middleweight, did not look to be in as good of a shape as Ortiz. Won the Dangerzone Light Heavyweight Tournament and the Dangerzone Light Heavyweight Championship. Its the fighters who put it all on the line each day, leaving every ounce of themselves inside the cage. 4Y; Marc Raimondi; Sometimes a fight just means so much to someone they just find a way to win. Daley wished his opponent's family and friends well. Three-time UFC title challenger Chael Sonnen was recently challenged to a rematch by ex-light heavyweight champion Tito Ortiz. He stayed well clear of any real engagement and stalled quite a bit. Tampa Bay Rays' Record-Setting Win, Home Run Streaks Were Impressive While They Lasted. [54] If Sonnen applied for a new license after June 29, 2011, he would have to reappear before the CSAC, which could deny the application. [32] Sonnen had trash talked to hype the fight, stating he was going to retire Silva. "I knew if I shot on Chael, he wouldn't be super strong," Ortiz said in the cage after the fight. Tristen Critchfield. He believed that a rubber match was required to settle their fued. Prior to the fight, Filho weighed in almost seven pounds over the 185-pound limit, so the bout was ruled a non-title match. Tito Ortiz vs Chael Sonnen Post Fight Press Conference - Bellator 170Tito Ortiz defeats Chael Sonnen by rear-naked choke Retirement speech. Based in Hollywood, California, Bellator is owned by entertainment giant Viacom, home to the world's premier entertainment brands that connect with audiences through compelling content across television, motion picture, online and mobile platforms. Kato was well clear of most action too. [89] Dana White later stated the fight had to be rescheduled because Silva injured his hand from a brawl with Sonnen that took place during the filming of the show. The MMA Twittersphere had to be hosed off well and proper-like after Paul Daley's picture-perfect flying-knee knockout of Brennan Ward in the first round of their co-main event. [72][73][74] Dana White defended the matchup, saying "Sonnen was willing to fly over to Las Vegas to fight Jones on the same day", while other contenders like Maurcio Rua and Lyoto Machida turned the offer down. "[48][49][50] At a subsequent meeting between the UFC, Sonnen and the NSAC, Kizer asked Sonnen about his testimony at the December 2, 2010, CSAC hearing. Five Rounds: How will Chael Sonnen be remembered?