Erick Silva seeks recovery against Brandon Thatch at UFC Brasília

Brazilian, who comes from two consecutive defeats, will play a 'duel of the desperate' against American, who comes from three losses in a series

SUPER FIGHTS Editorial

02/08/2016 | 16:00

E. Silva (photo) had two consecutive defeats. Photo: Jeff Bottari/UFC

E. Silva (photo) tries to recover from his negative streak in the UFC. Photo: Jeff Bottari/UFC

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The Brazilian Erick silva will try to ward off the bad phase inside the octagon with the support of the fans. The Espírito Santo, who comes from two consecutive defeats in Ultimate, is scheduled to face Brandon thatch at UFC Fight Night Brasília, an event scheduled for September 24th, in the federal capital.

Erick, who arrived at the UFC in 2012 tipped to be one of the best fighters in the welterweight division (up to 77 kg.), is not going through a great phase. Alternating good performances with performances well below expectations, the Brazilian has 18 wins, seven losses and one fight without result. He comes from two consecutive losses, against Neil Magny and Nordine Taleb.

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In turn, Thatch also lives in a delicate situation. The North American, who has a professional record of 11 wins and four losses, is coming off three consecutive losses to Ben henderson, Gunnar Nelson and Siyar Bahadurzada.