Weidman analyzes Anderson's disrespect: 'I could have slapped him in the face'

A. Silva (left) vs C. Weidman (right) is already one of the most anticipated rematches in the UFC. Photo: Josh Hedges/UFC

The new UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman continues with a full schedule after achieving one of the most incredible results in the history of Ultimate. The man who knocked out Anderson Silva He hosted the Esporte Espetacular program at his home, from Rede Globo, and spoke about various topics. What causes the most controversy: the Brazilian's disrespect in the Octagon.

Weidman said he knew that Anderson would come in willing to destabilize him psychologically, but he stated that the now former champion crossed the line. The American said that he could also have had similar behavior in the area in which he considers himself better than Spider, but that it doesn't cross his mind.

“I could also take him down and slap him in the face to show how much better I am on the ground, but that's not my style,” Weidman said. “The feeling there was to show that he shouldn’t do that to anyone. That’s what I did, I put him in his place.”

The belt owner also spoke about the rematch, scheduled for December. Weidman said he will do everything again, including greeting his opponent (Anderson did not return the greeting in the first fight):

“A lot of people say it will be different, that Anderson Silva will come back angry. I've already shown that I can win. I showed that an almost unknown guy can beat the greatest in history. I'll do everything like the first time. I will continue to be the guy who greets people before the fight.”

Weidman and Anderson will face each other in the main fight of UFC 168, on December 28, in Las Vegas. The event will also feature another rematch: a women's belt dispute between the champion Ronda Rousey and the challenger Miesha Tate.

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