The Brazilian Anderson Silva He is recovering from a shoulder injury and is only expected to return to the UFC Octagon to defend his middleweight belt in 2012. But while he is away from fighting, “Spider” is featured on Rede Globo.
After participating in several programs on the network, Anderson will be the commentator for the fight between Junior Gypsy e Cain Velazquez, in the first UFC event broadcast by Globo.
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In an interview with Ana Maria Braga's “Mais Você” program, Anderson confirmed his debut as a commentator. The champion also analyzed the confrontation between Velasquez and Cigano, but he was left with the upper hand when it came to betting on the winner.
“I have to do a technical analysis, and for me the chances are 50% for each,” he said. However, Anderson made a point of praising the Brazilian athlete and assured that Cigano will be prepared for the fight that will take place next Saturday (12), in the United States.
“I usually say that all the guys who train with him are like Mônica’s bunny, who she crushes,” he added.
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