Wanderlei and Acelino Popo need to be contained in staring. Photo: Reproduction/André Dida
The official weigh-in for Spaten Fight Night 2, held this Friday (26), drew attention not only for the numbers, but for the physical contrast between the two protagonists. Wanderlei Silva registered a weight of 93,8 kg, while Popó Freitas scored 73,6 kg, a difference of almost 20 kilos between the sides of the ring.
Since the fight was announced, there was a contractual agreement that Popó would weigh in at around 73 kg, while Wanderlei could weigh up to 95 kg at the official weigh-in. This margin beyond the stipulated limit reinforces the imbalance in terms of brute strength and physical presence.
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During the final face-off, it became even more evident how Wanderlei's body projects a neutral and voluminous musculature, with broad shoulders and a large torso, while Popó appeared more compact, with an athletic build geared towards boxing, less raw mass and more functional definition for combat.
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Now, attention turns to this Saturday (27), when Popó and Wanderlei finally face each other in the ring, in São Paulo. The duel is the highlight of Spaten Fight Night 2, an event that promises strong emotions and has already been shaking up the boxing and MMA scene in Brazil.
Watch the face-off between Wanderlei Silva and Popó Freitas
Almost 20kg difference and another tense stare down by Wanderlei Silva e Acelino Popo at Spaten Fight Night 2
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Popó Freitas in a staredown with Wanderlei Silva. Photo: Reproduction/Disclosure
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