Sonnen says he 'runs after' Belfort and Wand, but would fight Anderson even without a belt

Showing respect, Sonnen (photo) said he wants to face 'the guys who have the biggest wins', but he did not fail to provoke Wand

Chael Sonnen returns to the octagon this Saturday, in the main fight of UFC Fight Night 26, to face Mauricio Shogun, in what could be his last commitment as a light heavyweight. Sonnen says he still has some Brazilians in his sights – even if no belts are on the line.

The North American participated in a conference call today to promote next Saturday's event. Showing unusual respect compared to previous speeches, Sonnen said his next targets are Vitor belfort e Wanderlei Silva.

“I'm really chasing two guys. I'm running after Vitor and Wanderlei. Wanderlei announced that she is returning to 84 kilos. There wasn’t much motivation beyond that.”

In fact, there is more motivation than that. Chael continued and talked about his latest opponents. According to the fighter, he would face so much again Jon Jones as Anderson Silva, even if they no longer have a title to defend.

“I don’t always chase titles. I want to fight with Jon Jones even if he doesn't have the belt. I want to fight (Anderson) Silva even if he doesn't have the belt. I fight them now!”

However, Sonnen is not Sonnen without a hint of provocation. Even in a more advanced version and, too, the “West Lynn Gangster” left one for Wanderlei.

“I wouldn't make fun of someone if they were weak. I won't intimidate anyone. The fact that these guys had so many big wins made me go after them. I would never choose someone weaker than me. Apart from Wanderlei, I would never do that.”

Chael Sonnen faces Mauricio Shogun at UFC Fight Night 26 on August 17th. The event marks the organization's debut on the new FOX Sports 1 channel in the United States.