A. Silva faces an opponent 10 years younger in the UFC 237. Photo: Reproduction / Twitter UFC_Brasil
At 44, Anderson Silva It still attracts attention wherever it is. This Saturday (11), the Brazilian will face Jared Cannonier in the co-main event of UFC 237, in Rio de Janeiro. The athlete has not performed in Brazil since 2012, when he put on a show in the victory over Stephan bonnar, UFC 153.
See too
If there are fighters who can be called 'complete', Anderson Silva I would certainly be part of this select group. Owner of an unparalleled category, of cinematic movements and an enviable career, 'Spider' wrote his name in gold among the legends of mixed martial arts.
His extreme respect for all types of fighting made him a competent athlete in several areas, which created a difficult factor for any opponent who dared to challenge him.
At 44 years old, the São Paulo native, even though he doesn't have the same physical vigor as a few years ago, still has the ability to attract the public and still be able to perform in the co-main fight of an event as important as the UFC 237.
For years, Anderson was considered the most important fighter in Ultimate, along with Jon Jones and Georges St-Pierre, perhaps. His incredible number of belt defenses (10 in total) gave him world star status, meaning that many athletes emerging today look to him as a role model.
In his last fight, which took place at the beginning of the year, Silva faced an opponent who would go on to become the holder of the belt that was once rightfully his. 'Spider' faced the talented and promising Israel adesanya in a duel that many bet would be a vexing episode for the Brazilian. Younger, with more breath and with movements that resemble what Anderson once was, Israel entered the fight showing unique respect for the fighter.
Silva was, yes, defeated. However, contrary to what many thought, 'Spider' sold the duel dearly and, unlike usual, acted in a more serious manner during the three rounds of the clash. As in the script for the 2006 film 'Rocky Balboa', the judges declared Adesanya the winner. However, Anderson had his arm raised by his opponent as a form of respect and thanks.
Next Saturday, Silva will fight again against a dangerous and much younger opponent. Jared Cannonier He is known for his great explosion and strength at the beginning of his fights. The middleweight (up to 83,9kg) came from the heavyweight category (up to 120,2kg) and, like most 'giants', has considerable knockout power.
The Brazilian has already stated that he no longer needs to prove anything to anyone. According to him, he continues to fight because he loves his profession and intends to fulfill his contract with Ultimate until the end of his fights. 'Spider' confirms that there are three or four fights left to be held within the UFC. There is, therefore, a great possibility that fans will be able to follow a little more of this idol's career in 2020.
in your career, Anderson Silva He has fought 44 times, winning 34 times and being defeated nine times. He has one loss by disqualification and one match without result.
His opponent, however, has less experience. The American fought 13 times, winning 10 and was defeated on three occasions.
UFC 237 Rio fights:
MAIN CARD: (from 23pm)
Straw weight: Rose namajunas x Jessica Stacker – valid for the belt
Average weight: Jared Cannonier x Anderson Silva
Feather weight: José Aldo x Alexander Volkanovsky
Welterweight Weight: Thiago Pitbull x Laureano Staropoli
Light Heavyweight: Rogério Minotouro x Ryan spann
PRELIMINARY CARD: (from 19:15 pm)
Lightweight: Thiago Moses x Kurt holobaugh
Bantamweight: Irene aldana x Beth Pitbull
Lightweight: B.J. Penn x Clay guida
Fly weight: Luana Dread x Priscila Pedrita
Welterweight Weight: Warlley alves x Serginho Moraes
Bantamweight: Raoni barcelos x Carlos Huachin
Comments