Despite the 'tarnished legacy' in the final stretch of his career, Mousasi praises Anderson Silva: 'He's one of the greatest'

G. Mousasi considers A. Silva one of the greatest in the sport, despite the controversies. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

The importance of Anderson Silva in MMA it is so big that it even makes athletes from competing organizations comment on it. The experienced Gegard Mousasi, who will fight for the middleweight belt (83,9kg) against Douglas lima, Bellator 250, this Thursday (29), in the USA, one day, he was identified as a possible opponent of the Brazilian legend and was sincere when analyzing his legacy.

At the pre-event press conference, Mousasi highlighted that the former UFC champion had unforgettable moments in MMA and, despite thinking that his career was tarnished in the final stretch, he believes that this does not interfere with the position he occupies in the history of the sport. sport.

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“Anderson had a great career. At his peak, he seemed unbeatable and provided many memorable fights. Anderson is definitely a legend of the sport. Perhaps, he continued to fight a little longer than he should have and tarnished his legacy in the end. But people will remember him in his prime. Anderson is one of the greatest,” said Mousasi.

At 35 years old, the former Bellator champion stated that he sees himself acting for a few more years, but assured that he will not prolong his career like Anderson, who continues to act at 45.

“Right now I feel great, better than ever. I am stronger mentally and physically. I think I've only lost one in the last 10 fights. It is certain that I will continue fighting for another two years. Then, I have to take care of my body, analyze the results and decide if I can continue for another year. I know I won’t continue when I reach 40”, he concluded.

Gegard Mousasi He is an MMA veteran and has been part of the sport's most important organizations. At middleweight, 'The Dreamcatcher' was champion at Bellator, DREAM and Cage Warrios and, at light heavyweight, he was also champion at DREAM and Strikeforce. His time in the UFC was also remarkable, but the fighter chose to sign with Bellator, precisely when he was experiencing his best moment and was close to fighting for the belt.