At UFC 134, A. Silva fought at home and beat Y. Okami, putting on a new show (PHOTO: Al Bello/Getty Images)
The time has come for the long-awaited UFC 283, an event that takes place in Rio de Janeiro next Saturday (21) and features two title fights. Glover Teixeira is in the spotlight of the night and measures forces against Jamahal hill for the vacant light heavyweight title (up to 93kg.). Beyond, Deiveson Figueiredo tries to maintain the flyweight 'belt' (up to 56,7kg.) in tetralogy in front of Brandon Moreno.
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With that in mind, the team at SUPER FIGHTS innovated and remembers all the Brazilian fighters who entered the octagon in fights that were worth the 'gold' of the company chaired by Dana White. Check it out below:
UFC 134: Anderson Silva vs. Yushin Okami
The first fight involving a Brazilian for the belt was in August 2014, at UFC 134. Anderson Silva, middleweight champion at the time, overcame Yushin Okami by knockout in the second round. The confrontation took place at the HSBC Arena, in Rio de Janeiro, and closed the country's second Ultimate event.
In addition to 'Spider', Mauritius Shogun, Rodrigo Minotauro e Edson Barboza were also in action at the event. Subsequently, UFC 134 won the website's best event of the year award.sherdog'
UFC 142: José Aldo x Chad Mendes
Jose aldo celebrates victory at UFC Rio 2 in the arms of the fans. Photo: Josh Hedges
UFC 142, held in January 2012, was one of the most emblematic events in the organization's history. Starring José Aldo, also at the HSBC Arena, the event had Manauara beating Chad Mendes by knockout via knee. The scene that caught attention, however, happened after the outcome, with the Brazilian running into the arms of the fans present.
UFC 142 also featured Vitor belfort, which ended Anthony Johnson with a rear naked choke in the first round. Of 12 Brazilian representatives, nine left with their arms raised.
UFC 163: José Aldo x Zumbi Coreano
José Aldo derrotou Korean zombie in 2013 (Photo: Facebook/UFC)
José Aldo, once again, delighted the fans at the HSBC Arena. This does not mean, however, that the positive outcome came easily. Facing Jung Chan Sung, at UFC 163 in August 2013, the fighter added another name to the list of victories.
He took advantage of an injury to his opponent's shoulder, went after him and needed just a few more punches before the central referee stopped him. The duel was valid for the featherweight belt (up to 65,7kg).
UFC 179: José Aldo x Chad Mendes II
J. Aldo (left) and Chad Mendes (right) they put up a great fight. Photo: Inovafoto
Five rounds of intense combat, with standout moments for both sides in what was one of the 'Fights of the Year' in 2014. At UFC 179, in October 2014, José Aldo derrotou Chad Mendes in the unanimous decision of the judges and retained the UFC featherweight belt in the main fight of the night.
The fight in question attracted the attention of fans due to the 'war' in the octagon, in addition to being seen as one of the biggest rematches possible at that moment.
UFC 190: Bethe Correia vs. Ronda Rousey
Ronda Rousey (left) defeated Bethe Correia in Rio de Janeiro (Photo: Inovafoto)
The first Brazilian representative to enter the Octagon without wearing the belt was Bethe Correia. At the time, the Brazilian was undefeated and had beaten Julie Kedzie, Jessamyn Duke and Shayna Baszler, three of her training partners. Ronda Rousey.
In the duel between the two athletes, at UFC 190 in August 2015, she succumbed to the American's striking power and ended up being knocked out in 34 seconds. The fight was for the bantamweight title (up to 61,2kg).
UFC 198: Fabrício Werdum x Stipe Miocic
Werdum (left) and Miocic (right) faced each other in May 2016. Photo: Buda Mendes/UFC
UFC 198, to this day, is in Ultimate history. The May 2016 event, which had Fabricio Werdum in his first defense of the heavyweight title (up to 120,2 kg.) against Stipe Miocic, brought together an audience of 45 thousand people at the Arena da Baixada, in Curitiba. It is the fourth card from the organization that has brought together the most fans of all time.
What was supposed to be a festive atmosphere, especially with victories of Mauritius Shogun e Chris Cyborg, ended with the 'bitter taste' of a knockout suffered by Werdum. The gaucho suffered a counterattack and was already knocked out by the Croatian-American, in the first round.
UFC: 212 José Aldo x Max Holloway
Aldo (right) couldn't resist Holloway (left) (Photo: Inovafoto)
José Aldo entered UFC 212, in June 2017, with the expectation of remaining undefeated in fights for the featherweight title (up to 65,7kg), fighting with the support of fans at the HSBC Arena. What he didn't expect, however, was that the 'passing of the baton' would happen to Max Holloway, who was interim champion and fought a balanced duel and managed a knockout in the third round.
The Brazilian, who chose not to give an interview in the octagon, left crying profusely after the setback. He later competed in the state against Alexander Volkanovsky, but was defeated again on points.
UFC 224: Amanda Nunes vs Raquel Pennington
Amanda nunes had an impeccable performance against Rachel Pennington. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Amanda nunes promised and fulfilled at UFC 224, in May 2018. The Brazilian, who during the weigh-in assured that she would keep the belt, became the first Brazilian representative to remain champion. The 'Lioness', as she is known, dominated the challenger Rachel Pennington and won by technical knockout in the fifth round.
Amanda's triumph marked the third title defense of the Ultimate 'Lionea', which added to her 'collection of victories' and delighted the audience at the Jeunesse Arena, also in Rio de Janeiro.
UFC 237: Jéssica Bate-Estaca x Rose Namajunas
Jéssica beats Namajunas by knockout. Photo: instagram @ufc
It was scary, but Jessica Stacker managed to wear the strawweight title (up to 52,1kg.) in the UFC 237. At an event held in May 2019, the Brazilian lived up to her nickname, throwing Rose namajunas and saw the North American hit her neck, in addition to being knocked out.
The Jeunesse Arena remained silent until realizing that its rival had recovered and, therefore, the category belt would remain on national soil. She was the last fighter to reach the top in Brazil. The next fighter will be Glover Teixeira?
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