A. Silva and V. Belfort are two of the stars of the September 11th boxing super challenge. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
It's the day to support Brazil in the super boxing challenge. This Saturday (11), in Florida (USA), the legendary Anderson Silva e Vitor belfort, MMA icons, take a new step in their career and star in a special card. While 'Spider' exchanges forces against the former UFC champion, Tito Ortiz, the 'Phenomenon' welcomes the renowned Evander Holyfield back to the ring.
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In his first appearance since leaving the UFC, Belfort hopes to bring all the aggression that made him world famous in combat sports to the ring. To be successful, the Brazilian will need to defeat the multiple world champion in the 'noble art', Evander Holyfield, who returns to action after more than 10 years of hiatus.
Considered one of the best MMA athletes of all time, Anderson Silva arrives at his second boxing challenge in the 2021 season. After putting on a show in the clash against Julio César Chávez Jr., in June, 'Spider' will face the ' marrento bad boy’, Tito Ortiz, former Ultimate star.
The Brazilians' fights will be the main ones of the show, which will feature three more clashes. Belfort and Anderson will exchange forces with their opponents in duels scheduled for eight two-minute rounds.
In addition to the duels between legends, the show will bring fans three more clashes: in the first fight of the night, Anthony Chavez faces Diuhl Olguin; in the second, Andy Vences faces Jono Carroll and, in the third, David Haye exchanges forces with Joe Fournier.
Belfort vs Holyfield
E. Holyfield (left) and V. Belfort (right) face-off before their fight on September 11th. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Initially, Belfort would have a different opponent this weekend. The athlete would be responsible for bringing Oscar De La Hoya, great champion and reference in the sport, back to boxing. The veteran, however, tested positive for Covid-19 days before the dispute. Holyfield then hurriedly entered the play.
While Vitor returns to professional fights after more than three years away, Evander's wait was even longer. World champion in cruiserweight and heavyweight between the 1980s and 1990s, the athlete 'ignores' his 58 years and tries to silence critics, who question his physical condition.
This Saturday, Belfort fulfills an old dream. For years, the Brazilian has been talking about creating a 'League of Legends', in which fighters over 40 would participate.
The age difference between Vitor and Holyfield draws attention. The Brazilian will enter the ring lighter, but with the advantage of being 14 years younger.
Silva x Ortiz
A. Silva (left) and T. Ortiz (right) face each other in a super boxing challenge on September 11th. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
If, on the one hand, Belfort may have a quarry ahead of him, an unknown question surrounds the commitment of Anderson Silva. Known for his refined technique and as a great striking specialist, the Brazilian will share the ring with an opponent who, in his MMA days, was known for his wrestling.
Former UFC champion and member of the company's select 'Hall of Fame', Tito Ortiz will make his debut in the 'noble art'. The fight against Anderson will mark the veteran's first appearance since his triumph against Alberto Del Rio, in 2019, still under mixed martial arts rules.
After leaving Ultimate at the end of 2020, the legendary Anderson decided to postpone his retirement and fulfill his old desire to test himself in boxing. In June, 'Spider' surprised many with a great performance against Julio César Chávez Jr., a former world champion in the sport, who was defeated on points against the MMA legend.
Now, Silva, 46 years old, will have the opportunity to repeat his good performance and expand his great moment in the 'noble art'. Recently, in an interview with 'TMZ', Anderson admitted that his boxing performances should last until he turns 49.
Technical details of the 'Boxing Challenge'
Data: 11 September 2021
Timetable: From 1945pm (Brasília time)
Location: Hard Rock Casino & Resort, Hollywood, Florida, United States
How to watch: SUPER FIGHTS LIVE in real time and Canal Combate (the entire card) on TV
COMPLETE CARD
Heavyweight: Evander Holyfield x Vitor belfort
Married weight: Anderson Silva x Tito Ortiz
Catchweight: David Haye x Joe Fournier
Super featherweight: Andy Vences x Jono Carroll
Super featherweight: Anthony Chavez x Diuhl Olguin
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