Mixed martial arts fans (MMA) who hope to see "American Gangster" back inside the Octagon would be better off not holding their breath, as the 38-year-old confirmed he has no plans to return to the sport.
Even though his manager might have other, much different, ideas.
Appearing on the Jon Anik and Kenny Florian podcast earlier this week, Sonnen "thinks" he will not overturn the retirement announcement he made in June 2014.
"As far as MMA goes, man, I think I ran my race. I've got some good memories and I think that's where that ends.