With 20 years of career, Anderson reveals anxiety for UFC 208

Anderson faces D. Brunson at UFC 208, this Saturday. (Photo: Getty Images)

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Anderson Silva He has been fighting professionally since 1997, but anyone who thinks that 20 years of experience has taken away the 'butterflies in the stomach' of the former middleweight champion is mistaken. About to face Derek Brunson at UFC 208, this Saturday (11), in Brooklyn (USA), the Brazilian revealed that he still gets anxious on the eve of his duels. According to him, every fighter needs to have this feeling before stepping into the Octagon.

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“It's an important question, because once you lose that anxiety, it's better to stop fighting. I feel good about this anxiety, it's what makes me want to fight and do what I love. I do a little bit of everything, I play video games, I watch a lot of movies… I just didn't go shopping because it's really cold (laughs). There's not much of a secret, I try to relax. I'm motivated to prove to myself how much energy and how much passion I have for this sport. I'm happy and excited to fight in New York”, declared 'Spider'.

When asked about his opponent's physical size, Anderson showed no concern and mentioned the name of Royce gracie, one of the pioneers of Ultimate and who made his name in history by defeating bigger and physically stronger opponents during the Vale-Tudo era. As a bonus, he once again considered a duel against Conor McGregor.

“This sport is very interesting, because years ago, Royce gracie faced big guys. I think a super fight against Conor is interesting because he is very good on the feet, it would be a challenge for me and my skills”, she concluded.

UFC 208

MAIN CARD
Feather weight: Holly holm x Germaine DeRandamie
Average weight: Anderson Silva x Derek Brunson
Average weight: Ronaldo Jacare x Tim Boestch
Light Heavyweight: Glover Teixeira x Jared Cannonier
Lightweight: Dustin poirier x Jim Miller
PRELIMINARY CARD
Welterweight Weight: Randy Brown x Belal Muhammad |
Fly weight: Wilson reis x Yuta Sasaki
Lightweight: Nik lentz x Islam makhachev
Flyweight: Ian McCall vs. Jarred Brooks
Heavyweight: Marcin tybura x Justin Willis
Middleweight: Ryan LaFlare x Roan Jucão
Featherweight: Rick Glenn x Philippe Nover

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