The California State Athletic Commission (CSAC) upheld UFC middelweight Chael Sonnen's indefinite suspension today in a special hearing at the Ronald Reagan State Office Building Los Angeles, California. In a vote of four to one, the CSAC voted to uphold the suspension that was placed on Sonnen around late April for concerns Sonnen had perjured himself in December in a previous CSAC hearing to address elevated levels of testosterone as well as concerns over his admission of guilt in a federal case involving mortgage fraud.
Chael Sonnen’s MMA Career In Peril As California State Athletic Commission Upholds Indefinite Suspension
During the hearing, Sonnen told the commission he needed his suspension lifted in order to take advantage of opportunities the UFC had presented him, namely, a coaching job on Spike TV's 'The Ultimate Fighter' alongside Michael Bisping. In addition, Sonnen indicated the the UFC told him the winner of a potential Sonnen vs. Bisping bout would receive a title shot. Sonnen also said if he were to not have his license reinstated, UFC President Dana White would take that to mean the middleweight would be effectively retired:
"If I don't get my license today I'm effectively retired. That came from the boss, Dana White." -- Chael Sonnenless than a minute ago via web 
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As for what this means, Josh Gross explains:
Indefinite means suspended until his license in California expires June 29. Sonnen goes on MMA commission watch list. Can apply elsewhere.less than a minute ago via web Favorite Retweet ReplyJosh Gross
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While Sonnen can apply to fight elsewhere, he still has unresolved issues with the Nevada State Athletic Commission. In addition, his controversial standing with the CSAC, even if resolved, makes it highly unlikely the UFC would put any promotional resources into his career.
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