Chael Sonnen criticizes exclusion of Magomed Ankalaev from title fight

Chael Sonnen voiced strong criticism about Magomed Ankalaev not being included in the vacant light heavyweight title fight. Sonnen pointed out that Ankalaev has a 1-1 record against former champion Alex Pereira and is the only fighter in the top contender group who has actually defeated Pereira, yet he wasn't even discussed for the title bout. Sonnen argued that the current title fight lacks the most exciting fighter (Rountree), the most intriguing (Jamal), or the most accomplished (Ankalaev). He concluded that both participants in the current title fight are the wrong choices.