Chael Sonnen has never been one to shy away from controversy. His recent online spat with Jorge Masvidal showcases this penchant for his skill. The altercation was set ablaze following Masvidal’s choice words for Sonnen on The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani.
Sonnens’ words did not go unnoticed by the MMA community. His decision to troll the ex-BMF champion was met with a positive response on social media. The feud began after the news of Masvidal’s acquittal from the lawsuit filed by Colby Covington was announced on social media when he was interviewed on the MMA Hour.
Chael Sonnen claps back at Jorge Masvidal
Chael Sonnen’s reaction to Jorge Masvidal’s tweet was prompt and pointed. He unleashed a barrage of tweets targeting Masvidal’s UFC losses, the infamous assault case with Colby Covington, and even insinuated that Masvidal once sought his guidance.
His taunts were barbed, suggesting Masvidal could not handle a direct confrontation and mocking the feasibility of such a scrap against the former three-time UFC title challenger. This exchange is the latest in a series of controversies that have followed both title challengers in the UFC. Sonnen brutally mocked Jorge Masvidal with the tweet that read, “DO -Go see a Therapist. Point to the spot(s) where Colby hurt you. Have a good cry, punch the pillow, repeat every 2 weeks.”
Sonnen’s entanglement with Ariel Helwani, the popular MMA journalist friends with Masvidal adds another layer to the unfolding drama. The MMA community watches with a mix of amusement and anticipation for what might come next from these two formidable personalities.
Chael Sonnen and Jorge Masvidal feud explained
The feud between Chael Sonnen and Masvidal has been escalating after Masvidal’s appearance on the MMA Hour after his acquittal in the lawsuit filed by Colby Covington. Chael Sonnen delivered multiple tweets directed at Masvidal. He didn’t pull any punches and blended sarcasm with stinging commentary on Masvidal’s recent losses in the UFC and court proceedings.
Masvidal’s counterattack was equally fierce as he hit back, labeling Sonnen a “juice head” in reference to Sonnen’s admission of using PEDs in the past. Masvidal’s rebuttal was a clear invitation to Sonnen. “You juice head, I bet you won’t say this stuff in person. @ChaelSonnen just keep the same energy when you see me.”, Masvidal tweeted in response to Sonnen’s accusations.
It needs to be noted that Masvidal was best friends with Colby Covington before the pair split. This resulted in heated animosity and a clash in the main event of UFC 272. Covington won the bout, but after the bout Masvidal allegedly attacked Covington on the streets which resulted in Covington filing a lawsuit against his assailant. This was the lawsuit from which he was recently acquitted and led to ChaelSonnen responding to his comments.
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