A. Silva could return to action in a boxing fight. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook @apideranderson
Away from competitions since October 2020, when he was beaten by Uriah Hall, in the duel that sealed his career in the UFC, Anderson Silva may be close to returning to active duty. According to 'ESPN Knockouts', the MMA legend is negotiating a confrontation against former boxing champion, Júlio César Chávez Jr., in a duel that would be fought according to the rules of the 'noble art'. In the show, the boxer would have his farewell fight.
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“That’s what Julio mentioned. At the moment, there is nothing concrete, but we are negotiating. It would be a 10-round fight,” said Saúl Ríos, one of the event’s promoters.
At 35 years old, Júnior experienced his peak in boxing between 2006 and 2015, when he won and defended the WBC (World Boxing Confederation) belt. Over his 17-year career, the athlete, who is the son of the legendary Julio César Chávez, competed in 59 fights, winning 52 and losing on five occasions.
Considered by many to be the best MMA fighter of all time, Anderson Silva It could make a big dream come true, if the duel is confirmed. One of the biggest names in UFC history, the Brazilian has never hidden his desire to venture into boxing. At its peak, the 'Spider' always made public his desire to exchange forces against Roy Jones Jr., an opponent of Mike Tyson in a superfight held in 2020.
At 45 years old, he ruled out retirement after breaking his contract with Ultimate. Despite not indicating what the next step in his successful career will be, the Brazilian stated that he will continue performing.
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