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Chael Sonnen on signing with Bellator MMA: 'The ruler has returned'

"The American Gangster" came out of retirement and shocked the world by signing with Bellator MMA on Thursday (September 15, 2016) He spoke to MMAMania about his new deal, possible opponents and more in this exclusive interview.

Retirement didn't quite suit the "American Gangster," so after a two-year absence from mixed martial arts (MMA) Chael Sonnen (29-14-1) is returning to action--this time in Bellator MMA.

Sonnen, 39, shocked the MMA world late on Thursday (September 15, 2016) when the Associated Press reported the former three-time Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) title contender signed a multi-year, multi-fight contract with Bellator MMA.