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Anderson embodies Spider-Man in a photoshoot. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/superxapparel
Anderson Silva He delivered another cinematic knockout in his career. In the boxing event broadcast live by Netflix and which took place last Friday (19), in Miami (USA), the Brazilian 'passed out'. Tyron woodley In the second round, much to the delight of the fans. As expected, the MMA legend celebrated the impressive victory, but didn't forget the importance of the losing side.
Anderson made a point of praising the American who, despite the tough defeat, played an important role in the duel and in his career. Originally, the Brazilian was going to have a trilogy against Chris Weidman In boxing, however, he withdrew from the fight due to an injury shortly before the bout. Therefore, 'The Spider' was only able to continue in the event because Woodley took on the commitment at the last minute.
Therefore, Anderson thanked the athlete, a wrestling specialist, for putting himself at risk to face him in the duel between former UFC champions without having the proper preparation time. Precisely for this reason, the Brazilian expressed his concern for Woodley and even revealed some sadness after knocking him out, since Woodley fell badly in the ring.
“I think Woodley didn’t have much time to prepare for this fight, but he’s a great fighter. A lot of people don’t give him the credit he deserves because they don’t see how hard we work in this sport. Combat sports are very brutal. Woodley is an incredible fighter, a legend. People need to respect him,” the veteran said at the post-show press conference.
“I just thanked him for accepting the fight. Because when you step into the ring you go in to win, but we have families. Of course I’m happy, but on the other hand, I’m a human being and I’m a little sad, because it’s a fight, but it’s very difficult,” the veteran concluded.
Anderson in boxing
After leaving the UFC, Anderson SilvaThe 50-year-old transitioned to boxing and, despite his advanced age for competition, continues to excel in combat sports. In the ring, the former middleweight champion (up to 83,9 kg) defeated Julio César Chávez Jr., shining with a knockout. Tito Ortiz e Tyron woodleyOn the other hand, the Brazilian ended up being defeated by Jake Paul in noble art.
Another defeat for Woodley
Since leaving the UFC, Tyron woodleyThe 43-year-old has been struggling in boxing. In total, the former welterweight champion (up to 77,1 kg) has had three fights in the traditional sport and lost them all. The veteran suffered two defeats to... Jake Paul and one for Anderson Silva.
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