Anderson Silva's tormentor in the UFC, Uriah Hall says he is 'hurt' by watching the Brazilian lose to Jake Paul

The athlete, who had won in his boxing debut moments before, once again showed admiration for the MMA legend

U. Hall was A. Silva's last opponent in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

After winning in his boxing debut at the 'Spiderto Jake Paul, held this Saturday (29), in Glendale (USA), Uriah Hall did not hide his frustration after following the defeat of Anderson Silva for youtuber. In a press conference after the show, the Brazilian's executioner in 2020, at the UFC, the North American used the expression 'hurt', to reveal his feelings about the challenge in the 'noble art'.

“It sucks that he lost. It was also shitty to have faced him (in the UFC). Anderson did a lot for the sport, inspired a lot of people. He's an icon, a legend. People consider themselves legends, but I say: 'he's a legend'. It hurt me to have watched it. Jake Paul He did what he needed to win. For me, Anderson is still one of the best of all time, if not the best. At that age (47 years old), doing what he does, moving the way he moves. This defeat means nothing. He’s the best,” he signed off.

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