A. Silva has his hand raised after an overwhelming victory over T. Ortiz. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Former rival of Anderson Silva within the UFC, Chris Weidman expressed indignation at the challenges of Jake Paul for boxing clashes. After passing Ben Askren and twice Tyron woodley, references in wrestling, the former middleweight champion (up to 83,9kg.) questioned the 'courage' of the youtuber for not suggesting Anderson Silva as an opponent.
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“He’s challenging guys smaller than him. Anderson Silva is not under contract with the UFC. He is a professional boxer and has been incredible in his fights. He (Silva) just defeated a former world boxing champion (Julio César Chávez Jr.) and they were almost the same size. Why don't I listen to him (Jake Paul) challenging Anderson Silva? I would love to watch that confrontation,” said Weidman, on the podcast 'Won't Back Down'.
phenomenon of YouTube, Jake has gained more and more fame with his challenges in the 'noble art'. Criticized by many and praised by others, it is a fact that the digital influencer has generated large numbers and achieved certain engagement.
To date, Paul has five boxing challenges. With the trampling on Tyron woodley, beaten twice by the young man, the 'phenomenon' confirmed knockouts over all the opponents with whom he shared the ring.
Respected in the world of martial arts, Anderson Silva decided to test himself in boxing after the end of his contract with the UFC. In his return to the 'noble art', the MMA legend defeated Julio César Chávez Jr. on points. Months later, the Brazilian exchanged forces with Tito Ortiz, and brutalized the member of the Ultimate 'Hall of Fame'.
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