Anderson (photo) claims that Belfort has the weapons to beat Jones at UFC 152. Photo: Josh Hedges
Anderson Silva left the rivalry with Vitor belfort aside and revealed that he believes in his compatriot's victory over his friend Jon Jones at UFC 152, an event that takes place next Saturday (22), in Toronto, Canada. The Brazilians who have already faced each other and even exchanged some provocations, are not friends, but “Spider” says he believes in Belfort's qualities against one of the best fighters today.
“As a good Brazilian, we expect Vitor to win. He has all the qualities to win the Jon Jones. It's a tough fight. O Jon Jones He has a bigger reach than Vitor, he's an intelligent guy, and with each passing day, he grows and gains more experience. But Vitor is Vitor”, said Anderson, who continued praising Belfort.
“When he gets in there, we have to take all the care in the world. In recent years, he has shown that he has improved a lot, especially his psychological side. O Jon Jones there will be a great challenge ahead”, added Spider, who beat Vitor by knockout in 2011.
The fight between Jon Jones e Vitor belfort, which takes place next Saturday, will be the main attraction of UFC 152 and will be valid for the light heavyweight belt. Anderson returns to the Octagon at UFC Rio 3, on October 13th, to face Stephan bonnar.
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