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Good Guy / Bad Guy

ESPN, Daniel Cormier, Chael Sonnanespnradio.espn.com
The podcast home of Good Guy / Bad Guy. With new episodes every Monday and Thursday, UFC legends Daniel Cormier and Chael Sonnen hang out and kick around the hottest topics from across the world of MMA and break down the most important fight cards and storylines.
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Conor McGregor says Chandler fight is on for 2024!

On today's episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy, DC & Chael react to McGregor's latest tweet indicating that his fight with Michael Chandler is a go for 2024... Do the guys actual believe we see this fight by the end of the year? We are 2 months away from Noche UFC at the Sphere in Las Vegas... just how big of an event is this going to be for the UFC and who does Chael want to see step up at fight at UFC 306? Plus, following her win over the weekend, Thug Rose Namajunas called for a title shot and on...

Jul 15, 202434 min

Michael Chandler the Weatherman?

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…DC & Chael are making some bold predictions for the rest of 2024! You do NOT want to miss who they think will upset a UFC Champ by the end of the year or what Michael Chandler will finally do when it’s all said and done! Then, it’s been 3 years since Conor McGregor broke his leg at UFC 264 against Dustin Poirier and the guys are reminiscing on what happened and why the injury may have been the best move for McGregor’s legacy. Plus, a look ahead to what w...

Jul 11, 202445 min

And the Mid-year Award goes to…Conor McGregor?

Grab your popcorn because DC & Chael are rolling out the red carpet and handing out hardware for the best of the best, with their inaugural Mid-Year Awards! Find out who’s taking home the Awards for Best Submission, Best Male Fighter, Best K.O., and more! Then, Nate Diaz gets his hand raised in the BMF Boxing rematch vs Jorge Masvidal and decided to call out EVERYONE! So, what do the Good Guy and Bad Guy think about Diaz having his eyes set on a UFC Title? Plus, you do not want to miss the g...

Jul 08, 202444 min

What Is Alex Pereira's Path to The Heavyweight Title?

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Light Heavyweight Champ Alex Pereira has shocked the world again with his KO win over Jiri Prochazka at UFC 303. So, what’s next for Poatan? Should it be a shot at the Heavyweight Title? Plus, Michael Chandler is still all in on facing Conor McGregor later this year. But has his dedication to fight Conor turned into wishful thinking at this point? Will McGregor ever return to the octagon? And Dustin Poirier is hinting at a return for one final fight. Find ou...

Jul 01, 202438 min

COUPLE OF HALL OF FAMERS FROM UFC X

Daniel Cormier and Chael Sonnen recap the HOF ceremony, talk a little UFC 303, and answer questions from fans live at UFC X. Oh, and the Diamond Dustin Poirier stops by for a visit as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 28, 202447 min

Conor McGregor’s Injury is…? + UFC 303 Hot Topics

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…A broken toe? That’s the reason Conor McGregor says he pulled out of UFC 303. So, do the guys think that’s an injury worth canceling an International Fight Week Main Event over? Plus, Robert Whittaker is fresh off a KO win over Ikram Aliskerov and he’s got a few names on his hit list. DC & Chael are laying out what they think should be next for Bobby Knuckles. And we’re going 5 Rounds on the hottest topics surrounding UFC 303. Learn more about your ad ch...

Jun 24, 202437 min

Whittaker's Big Risk + Is Pereira the Face of the UFC?

On today's episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy, Daniel & Chael dive into Robert Whittaker's high-risk fight against late notice fill in, Ikram Aliskerov. Does a win for Robert Whittaker solidify him another shot at the UFC middleweight title? If he does face defeat, where does this leave the former champion? Plus, Bo Nickal said he missed a call from the UFC to fill in vs Whittaker... would that have been too much too soon for the big-time prospect? And, with Alex Pereira once again stepping up to m...

Jun 20, 202427 min

What Happens Next For McGregor & Chimaev?

On today's new episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy... News finally came down that Conor McGregor is out of UFC 303, what do the guys make of Conor's response to being pulled due to injury? Does Chael believe we ever see McGregor step foot into an octagon again? Conor wasn't the only star to be pulled from their main event... Khamzat Chimaev will no longer fight this weekend against Robert Whittaker; Will Khamzat ever truly live up to the hype? And the bad guy gives us a full breakdown on his boxing matc...

Jun 18, 202432 min

Is Islam Better Than Khabib?

On this episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy, Daniel Cormier and Chael Sonnen dive into what happens if Conor McGregor or Michael Chandler can’t make the walk for UFC 303. What goes into finding a backup fighter and what kind of conversations must happen between athlete & the UFC. And, following his victory over Dustin Poirier at UFC 302, just how good is Islam Makhachev? Do the guys believe that he is better than his teacher, coach and UFC hall of famer, Khabib Nurmagomedov? Plus, who should the Lig...

Jun 06, 202437 min

Is This The End For Dustin Poirier?

On this episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy… Daniel & Chael react to the postponement of the UFC 303 press conference in Dublin between Conor McGregor & Michael Chandler… Is there concern for Conor McGregor? Does Chael think this is the last we have seen from Conor McGregor inside the Octagon? Plus, Dustin Poirier came up short at UFC 302 against Islam Makhachev in his quest for the undisputed lightweight gold…. Is this the last we have seen of The Diamond? If this is the last time Dustin fights...

Jun 03, 202433 min

UFC 302 Preview

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…will Dustin Poirier finish his story as the Undisputed Lightweight Champ when he takes on the King of the division, Islam Makhachev at UFC 302? Find out the plan DC & Chael would lay out if they were in Dustin’s corner. Plus, a highly anticipated Press Conference between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler in Ireland will follow UFC 302. So, what would the guys’ strategy be if they were at the center of it all? We tap into the mind of Chael Sonnen…the GO...

May 30, 202445 min

Disrespecting Dustin Poirier?

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Are people disrespecting Dustin Poirier? Lightweight Champ Islam Makhachev is a massive betting favorite over Poirier for UFC 302, but why are so many overlooking him? Is this matchup closer than people think? Find out what DC & Chael have to say. Plus, Conor McGregor says he wants to fight three times this year. After his bout with Michael Chandler, he wants to fight at the Sphere in September, then again in December. You do not want to miss who the guy...

May 23, 202431 min

BREAKING NEWS: The Bad Guy vs Anderson Silva 3!

On today’s episode…it’s a Good Guy / Bad Guy EXCLUSIVE! Chael drops more Breaking News and reveals details you won’t hear anywhere else behind his massive Boxing match against UFC Hall of Famer Anderson Silva. Find out how it all came together and what rules will be in place when they face-off June 15th for the 3rd time. So, how is Chael preparing for the fight and is he nervous about fighting the Brazilian Legend in enemy territory? You don’t want to miss the guys break it all down! Plus, Chael...

May 20, 202432 min

UFC 304 BREAKING NEWS!

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…BREAKING NEWS for UFC 304 in England! Get the guys immediate reaction to the major matchups Dana White just announced, including two title fights. Belal Muhammad is finally getting his shot at the Welterweight belt with a rematch against the Champ, Leon Edwards in the Main Event. Tom Aspinall will put his Interim Heavyweight Title on the line against Curtis Blaydes and fan favorites Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett and “King” Bobby Green will face off. Then, Ian M...

May 16, 202435 min

Worst Callout of All Time?

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy... Joaquin Buckley won in front of his home crowd this past weekend and followed that up by calling out Conor. McGregor. How bad did Buckley fumble his opportunity? Also, 1 month removed from UFC 300, does Max Holloway's KO still hold up in their minds as the greatest knockout of all time? Plus, Chael & DC goes 5 Rounds... Should Jones be focusing solely on Stipe? Can Carlos Ulberg make a run at light heavyweight? And the bad guy made his MMA debut 27 ye...

May 13, 202437 min

Islam Makhachev Joins the Show!

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Lightweight Champ Islam Makhachev joins the show to talk about how he plans to finish Dustin Poirier, his goal of becoming Double Champ, and DC not picking up the check! Plus, Sean O’Malley says he’d move up weight classes to fight Conor McGregor but what do DC & Chael think about the possibility of that Superfight? Then, Matt “The Immortal” Brown announces he’s hanging it up after an MMA career that spanned nearly 20 years. So how do you know when it’s ...

May 09, 202446 min

Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler’s backup fighter should be…

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…would Jon Jones vs Alex Pereira for the Heavyweight title be the biggest fight in UFC history? Jon seems to believe so, but what do DC & Chael think? Plus, find out what the guys have to say about talks of Pereira possibly becoming the GOAT if he beats Jon. Then, who should be the backup fighter for Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler? Charles Oliveira has already thrown his name in the mix but there are some other big names who could also be on deck. And...

May 06, 202440 min

UFC 301: The King of Rio Returns!

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…The King of Rio returns for UFC 301 in Brazil! Jose Aldo is coming off a nearly 2-year retirement to take on #13 ranked Bantamweight Jonathan Martinez. With his recent induction into the UFC Hall of Fame, should the UFC consider certain requirements like other leagues before a fighter can be eligible to be inducted? Plus, find out who the guys believe has the edge in the Main Event as Flyweight Champ Alexandre Pantoja faces off against Steve Erceg. Then, you...

May 02, 202433 min

What’s Next for the BMF?

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…What’s next for the BMF? DC & Chael lay out their thoughts on what the next move should be for Max Holloway. Then, Justin Gaethje reflects on his loss heard around the world. Plus, who is the better competitor, Conor McGregor or Michael Chandler? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 202435 min

Good Guy vs Bad Guy: Ultimate Fighting Draft!

The NFL Draft kicks off today so on this episode of Good Guy vs Bad Guy…DC & Chael are drafting their Ultimate Fighting Teams to go head –to-head in a brawl for the ages! So, whose team will reign supreme? You be the judge. Plus, it’s official! UFC 304 is going down in Manchester, England on July 27th! The UK is currently home to two Champs, Leon Edwards & Tom Aspinall but with no Main Event announced yet which one will headline the card and who will they face off against? Then, this wee...

Apr 25, 202437 min

McGregor vs Chandler for New 165lbs Title

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…DC and Chael discuss the possibility of Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler fighting for a new 165lbs title? Plus, who is DC’s favorite Co Host? Ryan Clark joins the show to put DC on the hot seat and to talk all things MMA. Then, DC & Chael go 5-rounds on the hottest topics in the fight game like, Alexander Volkanovski taking shots at himself in a hilarious new video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Apr 22, 202450 min

The Return of the Conor McGregor

It’s official…Conor McGregor will face Michael Chandler at UFC 303 on June 29th for International Fight Week! The Good Guy & Bad Guy break down the matchup and Conor’s return to the octagon after nearly 3 years away. Then, Islam Makhachev will now put his Lightweight title on the line against the former interim Champ Dustin Poirier. But do the guys think this the right fight for Islam? Plus, UFC 300 was absolutely INSAAAANE! DC & Chael are breaking down the best moments of the night and ...

Apr 15, 20241 hr 4 min

UFC 300 Is Finally Here!

DC and Chael are together at last from lovely Las Vegas to break down all the action from Saturday’s epic UFC 300 card. The guys take you through everything you can expect to see from the curtain jerker to the main event and go 5 rounds on all things 300. With the event just days away find out vital information like which of the new shorts are the nicest, who is going to have the best callout after a win, and which fights are most likely to earn bonuses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...

Apr 12, 202448 min

Kickoff to UFC 300!

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy, DC and Chael kickoff the greatest fight card ever assembled for UFC 300! And with 3 of the 5 top Lightweights facing off we’re breaking down the division. So, who do the guys think Islam Makhachev should want to fight next? Then, we’re going 5 rounds on the hottest topics surrounding UFC 300, like who will look better in a new weight class Aljamain Sterling or Kayla Harrison? Plus, WrestleMania 40 is a wrap, and the guys recap the biggest moments. Don’t mis...

Apr 08, 202446 min

The Iceman vs Jon Jones?

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…DC & Chael break down some sick hypothetical matchups from different UFC Eras! From Chuck Liddell vs Jon Jones, BJ Penn vs Max Holloway, to Matt Hughes vs Kamaru Usman & Anthony “Rumble” Johnson vs Alex Pereira. Plus, we’re on the Road to UFC 300 and taking a look back at all the drama that unfolded just a few days before DC was set to headline against Jon Jones at UFC 200. Get DC’s thoughts on getting the news that Jones was out and having to prepar...

Apr 05, 202446 min

Robert Whittaker vs Khamzat Chimaev in Saudi!

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy, DC & Chael react to the big fight announcement of the #3 Middleweight Robert Whittaker taking on #11 Khamzat Chimaev in Saudi Arabia. Plus, from eye pokes to title contentions Atlantic City did NOT disappoint! So, what’s next for Manon Fiorot after she outclassed Erin Blanchfield? Then, Ronda Rousey drops a bombshell ahead of the release of her new book “Our Fight: A Memoir” revealing why she retired from the UFC. You do not want to miss the guys take o...

Apr 01, 202451 min

Grading Rose Namajunas’ Callout

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…DC & Chael are grading Rose Namajunas’ callouts after her unanimous decision victory over #8 ranked Flyweight Amanda Ribas. So, did she make the right callout, and could the guys see her making a run at the Flyweight Title? Then, we witnessed the very 1st disqualification via biting in UFC History when Igor Severino bit Andre Lima. Find out what DC & Chael think about the Bite of the Night Bonus and the unique tattoo that followed. And some MMA fans ...

Mar 25, 202441 min

The Return of the Mac…

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Conor McGregor says all systems are go for his return to the Octagon this summer against Michael Chandler. But what do the guys make of his latest announcement about his return after nearly 3 years away? Then, “Thug” Rose Namajunas is coming off back-to-back losses as she takes on Women’s Flyweight contender Amanda Ribas. Find out what the Good Guy & Bad Guy think Monday’s headline will be after it’s all said and done. And we’re going 5 Rounds on the hot...

Mar 21, 202444 min

The Art of the Callout

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…DC & Chael discuss Marcin Tybura’s submission win over Tai Tuivasa and whether he fumbled the bag NOT calling out a top Heavyweight contender. Plus, Colby Covington is calling out Ian Machado Garry and taking shots at his family - continuing his role as the heel. With Chael being an expert in the “Bad Guy” category hear what it takes to be the heel and if he thinks Covington is a good one. Then, UFC 300 is around the corner and we’re looking back at UFC ...

Mar 18, 202438 min

Nate Diaz vs Jorge Masvidal Boxing?

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy, find out what DC & Chael think about Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal ditching the octagon and taking their rivalry to the Boxing Ring for a rematch. Plus, some top contenders like Marlon “Chito” Vera took the “L” during UFC 299 and the guys are play Matchmaker, deciding who they should fight next. Then, the UFC has produced some huge Stars in its 30+ years but who are the biggest in UFC History? DC & Chael are dishing out their list of the Top 5 Bigges...

Mar 14, 202444 min
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