Anderson Silva vs. Yushin Okami agree to meet at August's "UFC: Rio" (4/13/2011 11:15:00 PM)
Regardless of what happens at UFC 129, Georges St-Pierre will apparently have to wait his turn. MMAjunkie.com has confirmed that UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva and Yushin Okami have each verbally agreed to meet in August at "UFC: Rio," the UFC's first event in Brazil since 1998. UFC president Dana White first revealed the booking to USA Today, and MMAjunkie.com subsequently confirmed that both parties are committed to the fight, though bout agreements have not yet been distributed.
Sources: Anderson Silva vs. Yushin Okami "UFC: Rio" reports are premature (4/10/2011 12:50:00 AM)
Reports that UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva will put his belt on the line against Yushin Okami at an August "UFC: Rio" event are premature, sources today told MMAjunkie.com. They're "getting ahead of themselves," one source said. Before officials consider booking Silva vs. Okami, they are going to wait to see the outcome of UFC 129's main event.
Anderson Silva vs. Yushin Okami Likely for UFC Rio (4/9/2011 8:06:16 AM)
A rematch long in the making between Anderson Silva and Yushin Okami appears headed to Rio De Janerio in August. The two previously met at Rumble on the Rock 8, a bout Okami won after an illegal kick to the head by Silva. The event will likely serve as the headliner for the UFC Rio card August 27.
UFC champ Silva welcomes new attention in Brazil but hopes sons take different path (4/6/2011 9:50:00 PM)
It was the middle of the night, and DJs turned off the music. Bars shut off their jukeboxes, and people shifted attention to their nearest TV set in dwellings all around Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Curitiba, and other cities in the north of Brazil. That's when Anderson Silva took on Vitor Belfort at UFC 126 and delivered a first-round knockout that, he told MMAjunkie.com, has taken the sport to a new level of recognition in his home country. That means the spotlight is getting brighter for the middleweight champ. But Silva, who said he's noticed a surge in popularity since the Feb. 5 event, welcomes the attention.
Jones, Silva, Velasquez, Cruz, Liddell, others added to UFC Fan Expo Toronto (3/23/2011 5:30:00 PM)
UFC officials today announced a star-studded lineup for UFC Fan Expo Toronto, which takes place in April in conjunction with record-breaking UFC 129 event. Current UFC champions Jon Jones, Anderson Silva, Cain Velasquez and Dominick Cruz, as well as UFC Hall of Famer Chuck Liddell, are among the names. The two-day fan expo takes place April 29-30 at the Direct Energy Centre in Toronto.
Silva vs. St-Pierre, Silva vs. Jones "super fights" not currently on UFC's radar (3/20/2011 1:10:00 PM)
NEWARK, N.J. - With newly crowned UFC light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones' dominating UFC 128 win over ex-champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua, the fantasy matchmakers already are at work. And though Jones hasn't made a single title defense, fans are already anticipating a slew of matchups, including one with middleweight champ and fellow pound-for-pound-rankings darling Anderson Silva. But UFC president Dana White said that fight currently is no more likely than Silva vs. welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre.
Anderson Silva documentary, "Like Water," debuts at Tribeca Film Festival (3/15/2011 4:30:00 PM)
"Like Water," a documentary focused on Anderson Silva's life leading up to his UFC 117 win over Chael Sonnen, debuts at next month's Tribeca Film Festival. Directed by Pablo Croce, the film is one of six documentaries in the New York gathering's fifth edition of the Tribeca/ESPN Sports Film Festival. This year's Tribeca Film Festival takes begins April 20 in New York City.
UFC 126 Drug Tests Come Back Clean from “Silva vs. Belfort” (2/14/2011 7:26:38 AM)
All 13 fighters who underwent drug tests at "UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort" on Feb. 5 in Las Vegas have tested clean for steroids and drugs of abuse. Tested were Anderson Silva, Vitor Belfort, Forrest Griffin, Rich Franklin, Jon Jones, and the rest of the winners from the card.
Freddie Roach: St-Pierre vs. Silva is the Pacquiao vs. Mayweather of MMA (2/10/2011 8:30:00 PM)
Count boxing guru Freddie Roach among those who can't wait to see UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre fight middleweight champion Anderson Silva. After watching boxing's biggest fight go the way of the dodo bird, the trainer, who's been a fistic consultant for both champs, thinks it's the biggest possible draw for MMA. "It's Pacquiao-Mayweather in MMA," Roach told UFC broadcaster Joe Rogan on this week's episode of "UFC Ultimate Insider." "It's one guy going up in weight to fight the bigger and better - supposedly better - guy."
NSAC: Anderson Silva's UFC 126 greasing speculation much ado about nothing (2/8/2011 6:30:00 PM)
Nevada State Athletic Commission officials who oversaw Saturday's Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort headliner at UFC 126 did not see any behavior that suggested foul play. Silva set some forums abuzz when he wiped his forehead with his hand just prior to the fight and then briefly wiped his chest. It was easy fodder for conspiracy theorists who thought the champion might be trying to give himself an unfair edge by using Vaseline from his face to make his body slicker. But the NSAC head said that's not the case.
UFC 126 salaries: Belfort ($275K), Griffin ($275K), Silva ($200K) are top earners (2/7/2011 5:15:00 PM)
Despite his main-event loss, Vitor Belfort ($275,000) and co-main-event winner Forrest Griffin ($275,00) were the top earners at UFC 126. Both topped UFC middleweight champ and main-event winner Anderson Silva ($200,000). MMAjunkie.com today requested and received the list of paydays from the Nevada State Athletic Commission. The total payroll for the event, which took place at the Mandalay Events Center in Las Vegas, was $1.305 million.
Chael Sonnen: Anderson Silva Revealed Another Weakness to Exploit in Rematch (2/7/2011 8:59:04 AM)
After remaining quiet for the past few months since failing his UFC 117 drug test and being suspended by the UFC, middleweight contender Chael Sonnen quickly broke his silence on Anderson Silva's win over Vitor Belfort at UFC 126, saying he now has another weakness to exploit in a rematch.
Silva credits Seagal for UFC 126 win, eyes Brazil or Las Vegas for GSP showdown (2/6/2011 2:10:00 PM)
LAS VEGAS - By most accounts, UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva is at least the best 185-pound fighter in modern MMA history, if not simply the greatest fighter of any weight class. But as it is with any MMA champion, Silva relies on a team of coaches and training partners to hone wis weapons and prep him for success in the octagon. However, unlike most MMA champions, Silva credits 58-year-old actor and lifelong MMA enthusiast Steven Seagal for his latest UFC win. (Yes, really.)
UFC 126 Bonuses: Anderson Silva, Jon Jones, Donald Cerrone, and Paul Kelly Earn $75K Awards (2/6/2011 11:00:53 AM)
UFC President Dana White announced at the UFC 126 post-fight press conference that Anderson Silva, Jon Jones, Donald Cerrone, and Paul Kelly all received $75,000 bonuses for their UFC 126 performances.
Anderson Silva, Jon Jones, Donald Cerrone, and Paul Kelly Awarded $75,000 Bonuses (2/6/2011 11:00:53 AM)
UFC President Dana White announced at the UFC 126 post-fight press conference that Anderson Silva, Jon Jones, Donald Cerrone, and Paul Kelly all received $75,000 bonuses for their UFC 126 performances.
UFC 126 Post-Fight Thoughts and Commentary for “Silva vs. Belfort” (2/6/2011 9:30:44 AM)
These days, its always just a little bit dangerous when you tune in to an Anderson Silva fight, since it presents the opportunity for you to be cheated out of time/money/entertainment. Last nights card, however, appeared stacked enough so that the other contests would ease any pain inflicted by a lackluster main event. To my surprise it turned out to be the exact opposite.
UFC 126 bonuses: Silva, Jones, Cerrone and Kelly each earn $75K awards (2/6/2011 6:00:00 AM)
LAS VEGAS - Anderson Silva, Jon Jones, Donald Cerrone and Paul Kelly each earned $75,000 "Fight Night" bonuses for their performances at Saturday's UFC 126 event. Silva earned the night's "Knockout of the Night" award, Jones got the "Submission of the Night" bonus, and Cerrone and Kelly each earned "Fight of the Night" honors. MMAjunkie.com learned of the bonus winners and award amounts while at UFC 126's post-event press conference.
UFC 126 main-card results: Champ Silva defends title with front-kick KO of Belfort (2/6/2011 5:30:00 AM)
LAS VEGAS - The stakes were huge, the anticipation was unmatched, and the rivalry never so bitter or heated. Leave it to middleweight champion Anderson Silva to save one of his most impressive performances for just such a scenario. The UFC's long-reigning middleweight champion used a slick front-kick knockdown to set up an eventual knockout victory over rival Vitor Belfort in the headliner of Saturday's UFC 126 event, which aired live on pay-per-view from the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas.
Soares: Anderson Silva is the Greatest Fighter of All Time (2/6/2011 12:01:11 AM)
Sherdog.com's TJ De Santis talked to Anderson Silva's manager, Ed Soares, following The Spider's middleweight title defense against Vitor Belfort at UFC 126.
Silva Front Kick KOs Belfort at UFC 126 (2/5/2011 11:59:59 PM)
It felt as if the MMA world’s collective jaw hit the floor all at once. Middleweight champion Anderson Silva retained his crown in spectacular fashion, as he knocked out Vitor Belfort with a front kick to the face in the UFC 126 main event on Saturday
UFC 126 Bonuses: Silva, Jones, Cerrone, Kelly Bank $75K (2/5/2011 10:25:07 PM)
Middleweight king Anderson Silva earned a $75,000 “Knockout of the Night” bonus after he crumpled Vitor Belfort with an otherworldly front kick in the UFC 126 headliner on Saturday at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas.
UFC 126 Results Recap: Anderson Silva Quickly KOs Belfort, Griffin Edges Franklin (2/5/2011 8:00:15 PM)
Anderson Silva extended his record reign as the UFC middleweight champion with a first-round knockout of Vitor Belfort in the main event of UFC 126 on Saturday in Las Vegas. UFC 126 also saw Forrest Griffin edge Rich Franklin, while Jon Jones dominated Ryan Bader to earn a title shot.
UFC 126 Results: Anderson Silva Quickly KOs Belfort, Griffin Edges Franklin (2/5/2011 7:54:15 PM)
Anderson Silva extended his record reign as the UFC middleweight champion with a first-round knockout of Vitor Belfort in the main event of UFC 126 on Saturday at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas.
Poll results: UFC 126's Silva vs. Belfort a near-deadheat among voters (2/5/2011 12:00:00 PM)
When the oddsmakers opened the line for tonight's highly anticipated UFC 126 title fight between UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva and Vitor Belfort, Silva was a comfortable 80 percent favorite. Over the weeks, though, money has steadily come in on Belfort, and Silva now is an approximate 70 percent favorite. But with MMAjunkie.com readers, Belfort has closed the gap even more.
“The Spider” Bites Back – Anderson Silva KOs Belfort (2/5/2011 6:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
UFC 126 Results and Live Coverage for “Silva vs. Belfort” (2/5/2011 5:22:28 AM)
MMAFrenzy.com is reporting live from tonight's “UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort” event at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva faces Vitor Belfort in UFC 126′s main event, while the pay-per-view also includes Forrest Griffin vs. Rich Franklin and Jon Jones vs. Ryan Bader. MMAFrenzy.com will have live UFC
19 Questions for Anderson Silva (2/5/2011 12:46:46 AM)
RIO DE JANEIRO -- Middleweight champion Anderson Silva will put his 185-pound crown and a 13-fight winning streak on the line when he meets Vitor Belfort in the UFC 126 “Silva vs. Belfort” main event on Saturday at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas.
Silva, Belfort Hit UFC 126 Marks (2/4/2011 11:59:59 PM)
On the eve of what many consider his most significant challenge, middleweight champion Anderson Silva did his best to intimidate the man who will be standing across the cage from him. Silva tipped the scales at 185 pounds for his scheduled title defense
UFC 126 preview: Lots of unknowns with heavily hyped Silva vs. Belfort title fight (2/4/2011 7:35:00 PM)
UFC president Dana White probably put it best while talking to reporters about UFC 126's main event, which takes place Saturday at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. Despite dozens of highlight-reel clips registered by the pay-per-view event's Brazilian headliners, White has serious concerns that they might not deliver. That is, champ Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort could be a one-round barnburner - or it could be a five-round dud.
Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort Staredown Video from UFC 126 Weigh-Ins (2/4/2011 7:02:31 PM)
UFC 126 official weigh-in results: Silva and Belfort make weight, briefly scuffle (2/4/2011 12:01:00 PM)
LAS VEGAS - MMAjunkie.com was on scene and reporting live from today's "UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort" fighter weigh-ins, where the main-event fight nearly went off a day early. Today's festivities took place at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas and included UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva and title challenger Vitor Belfort, who both weighed 185 pounds. The headliners, though, had to be separated after the customary face-off photo opportunity.
Anderson Silva Puts His Belt and Legacy On The Line At UFC 126 (2/4/2011 10:00:10 AM)
Anderson "The Spider" Silva will go into his title match tomorrow at UFC 126 against Vitor Belfort on a 13-fight win streak. He'll put that streak on the line against "The Phenom," but more importantly will put his UFC middleweight title on the line for the seventh time. And even more important than that, Silva will once again put his legacy on the line in Las Vegas.
UFC 126 Weigh-In Results for “Silva vs. Belfort” (2/4/2011 7:37:14 AM)
Weigh-ins for "UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort" take place today at 7pm ET as middleweight champ Anderson Silva, challenger Vitor Belfort, and the rest of the UFC 126 card hit the scale to make their fights official for tomorrow's pay-per-view event in Las Vegas. UFC 126 also features Forrest Griffin vs. Rich Franklin and Jon Jones vs. Ryan Bader.
UFC 126 Weigh-In Results: Anderson Silva, Vitor Belfort Set for Main Event (2/4/2011 7:00:14 AM)
An intense staredown between UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva and challenger Vitor Belfort capped of Friday's UFC 126 weigh-ins, as the entire card made weight for tomorrow's pay-per-view event in Las Vegas. Rich Franklin vs. Forrest Griffin and Jon Jones vs. Ryan Bader also made their bouts official.
As Date with Belfort Approaches, Silva Feels No Extra Pressure (2/4/2011 6:30:30 AM)
When fans last saw UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva in the Octagon, he was snatching victory from certain defeat against a game Chael Sonnen at UFC 117.
Anderson Silva – The Champion (2/4/2011 6:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
Anderson Silva says UFC 126 bout not personal, eyes Georges St-Pierre, boxing in future (2/4/2011 12:45:00 AM)
LAS VEGAS - What a difference a day makes. As UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva hit pads and grappled in front of fans and media at Thursday's open workout session at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, there was nary a trace of the scowl that adorned his face at Wednesday's pre-UFC 126 press conference. And why should it be any different? As Silva told gathered reporters, despite the intense staredown that wrapped up Wednesday's proceedings, there's nothing personal at stake when he meets Vitor Belfort on Saturday night.
Despite past issues, White says UFC champ Silva best fighter of all time (2/3/2011 5:30:00 AM)
LAS VEGAS - When UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva walked into Wednesday's UFC 126 pre-event press conference with sunglasses on, it was fairly evident what was about to transpire. When "The Spider" answered the opening questions of the press conference with single-word responses, even UFC president Dana White took note. But despite Silva's often-prickly demeanor and a history of odd performances sprinkled among his highlight-reel finishes, White believes "The Spider" is truly something special. In fact, White believes Silva is the best fighter in the history of mixed martial arts.
Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort UFC 126 Main Event Video Preview (2/3/2011 2:00:56 AM)
White on Silva vs. St-Pierre: It would be tough not to do it in Canada (2/3/2011 12:40:00 AM)
LAS VEGAS - UFC president Dana White wants to make one thing perfectly clear - a long-discussed superfight between reigning UFC champions Anderson Silva and Georges St-Pierre is currently anything but a sure thing. That said, the UFC boss believes with a win by each champion in their upcoming title defenses, there's simply no reason not to book the dream matchup. And while White believes the potential superfight would prove a financial success just about anywhere the organization decided to take it, the UFC president said it would be awfully difficult not to let St-Pierre take on "The Spider" on Canadian soil.
Anderson Silva: There's No Place Like Home (2/2/2011 12:00:53 AM)
Anderson Silva: There's No Place Like Home
Silva Signs with Soccer Superstar Ronaldo's Marketing Company (2/1/2011 4:42:07 PM)
With all the greatness that he has achieved in the UFC, on the eve of his all-Brazilian title clash with Vitor Belfort at UFC 126, Anderson Silva is finally seeing his success pay off in Brazil.
Fans invited to "UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort" open workout session (2/1/2011 3:00:00 PM)
With this weekend's blockbuster UFC 126 event quickly approaching, UFC officials are inviting fans to take part in fight-week activities. While Wednesday's UFC 126 press conference will be closed to the public, fans are invited to attend Thursday's open workout sessions. The session - which features Anderson Silva, Vitor Belfort, Rich Franklin, Forrest Griffin, Jon Jones, Ryan Bader, Antonio Banuelos and Miguel Torres - takes place at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas and is free and open to the public.
Vitor Belfort UFC 126 Video Blog for Anderson Silva Title Fight on Feb. 5 (1/31/2011 11:18:39 AM)
For complete UFC 126 coverage and UFC 126 results on Feb. 5 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Mario Yamasaki tapped referee for UFC 126's Silva vs. Belfort title fight (1/27/2011 7:10:00 PM)
Veteran official Mario Yamasaki will serve as the referee for next weekend's UFC 126 main event between middleweight champion Anderson Silva and Vitor Belfort. Nevada State Athletic Commission Executive Director Kieth Kizer today confirmed the officials' assignments with MMAjunkie.com. Judging the five-round fight will be Adalaide Byrd, Sal D'Amato and Glenn Trowbridge.
UFC 126 Officially Sold Out for “Silva vs. Belfort” on Feb. 5 in Las Vegas (1/25/2011 4:04:17 PM)
The UFC announced today that tickets for "UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort" are officially sold out for the February 5 event at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. UFC 126 is headlined by middleweight champ Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort.
UFC's Georges St-Pierre vs. Anderson Silva superfight could happen in 2011 (1/22/2011 3:45:00 PM)
KILLEEN, Texas - Two victories are all that are needed for a highly anticipated and long-speculated Georges St-Pierre vs. Anderson Silva superfight. UFC president Dana White said if the UFC's current welterweight and middleweight championships prove successful in their next title defense, they could meet in a rare champion-vs.-champion fight later this year. "If they both win their fights, that fight makes all the sense in the world," White said.
Strikeforce's Nick Diaz: I want to fight UFC's Anderson Silva or Georges St-Pierre (1/22/2011 2:35:00 PM)
Evangelista "Cyborg" Santos is a good fight for right now, according to Strikeforce welterweight champion Nick Diaz. But is it one that excites him? Not really. That feeling is reserved for two fighters outside his reach, at least for the foreseeable future: UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre and UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva.
Anderson Silva vs. George St-Pierre UFC Superfight Possible for 2011 (1/22/2011 6:11:30 AM)
The long-awaited superfight between Anderson Silva and Georges St-Pierre could happen later this year if the UFC champions are successful in their upcoming title defenses. "If they both win, that fight makes all the sense in the world," UFC President Dana White said Friday.
UFC 126 Video: Anderson Silva Pre-Fight Interview for Vitor Belfort on Feb. 5 (1/17/2011 11:39:13 AM)
For complete UFC 126 coverage and UFC 126 results on Feb. 5 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Anderson Silva Wants to Fight Michael Bisping in the UK After UFC 126 (1/14/2011 10:00:42 AM)
Ahead of his UFC 126 title defense against Vitor Belfort on Feb. 5, UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva tells ESPN that he hopes to fight rising contender Michael Bisping and wants the matchup to be held on the Brit's home turf in the UK.
Cerrone vs. Kelly official; "UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort" again complete with 11 bouts (1/13/2011 1:35:00 PM)
An intriguing lightweight matchup between WEC import Donald Cerrone and British scrapper Paul Kelly is now official for UFC 126. UFC brass today officially announced the addition to the card, which is now again complete with 11 contests. Featuring a highly anticipated main event between UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva and top contender Vitor Belfort, "UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort" takes place Feb. 5 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, and the night's main card on pay-per-view.
UFC 126 Video: Vitor Belfort Pre-Fight Interview for Anderson Silva on Feb. 5 (1/11/2011 4:45:28 AM)
"UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort" weigh-ins set for Feb. 4 in Las Vegas (1/8/2011 2:30:00 PM)
Official fighter weigh-ins for next month's "UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort" event are set for Feb. 4. Las Vegas' Mandalay Bay Events Center, which also hosts the following day's pay-per-view event and Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort headliner, plays host. Doors open to the general public at 6 p.m. ET (3 p.m. PT local time), and the first fighter hits the scale at 7 p.m. ET.
Poll results: Up next for GSP? Voters want Anderson Silva or Jake Shields (12/27/2010 8:45:00 PM)
Following a recent win over Josh Koscheck at UFC 124, UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre's future now appears uncertain. UFC president Dana White and even Koscheck's own trainer admit St-Pierre pretty much has cleaned out the 170-pound division. But in our latest MMAjunkie.com poll, voters picked a potential next opponent for GSP, and one welterweight and one middleweight were the clear favorites.
Five bouts, including Mendes vs. Omigawa, added to "UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort" (12/22/2010 12:55:00 AM)
The UFC's traditional Super Bowl weekend card is nearly complete, and UFC brass has announced five additional fights for "UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort." All five fights were previously reported by MMAjunkie.com, though a featherweight matchup between Team Alpha Male fighter Chad Mendes and Japanese import Michihiro Omigawa had not yet been tied down to specific date by initial reports. Featuring a middleweight title fight between current champion Anderson Silva and top challenger Vitor Belfort, UFC 126 takes place Feb. 5 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas.
UFC boss: Shields next for title, but St-Pierre, Silva have cleaned out their divisions (12/12/2010 7:05:00 PM)
MONTREAL - UFC president Dana White has a simple take on a potential superfight between UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre and current middleweight kingpin Anderson Silva. If you want it, let's do it. Following another dominating performance by St-Pierre in the featured matchup of Saturday's UFC 124 event, White said the Canadian superstar has nothing left to prove at 170 pounds; likewise for Silva at 185.
UFC 126 official for Feb. 5 with Silva vs. Belfort, Franklin vs. Griffin, Jones vs. Bader (12/7/2010 8:05:00 PM)
As expected "UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort" takes Feb. 5 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. MMAjunkie.com first reported the event details in October, and UFC executives recently made it official. Official bouts for the pay-per-view card include co-headliners of UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort and light heavyweights Rich Franklin vs. Forrest Griffin. Three other bouts are set for the main card.
UFC 126 official for Feb. 6 with Silva vs. Belfort, Franklin vs. Griffin, Jones vs. Bader (12/7/2010 8:05:00 PM)
As expected "UFC 126: Silva vs. Belfort" takes Feb. 6 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. MMAjunkie.com first reported the event details in October, and UFC executives recently made it official. Official bouts for the pay-per-view card include co-headliners of UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort and light heavyweights Rich Franklin vs. Forrest Griffin. Three other bouts are set for the main card.
UFC champ Anderson Silva partners with Meister to release limited-edition watch (11/26/2010 2:55:00 PM)
As mixed martial arts continues to grow in popularity, so does the demand for officially licensed products of all kinds throughout the marketplace. With that in mind, UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva has partnered with California watchmaker Meister International to release a limited edition signature watch. Just 200 of the watches were produced, and the hand-numbered pieces, which retail for $250, go on sale today.
Quick Hits: Chael Sonnen Update, Anderson Silva Resumes Training, UFC Goes After Google, and More (11/18/2010 11:00:08 AM)
With the Dec. 2 appeal of Chael Sonnen's failed UFC 117 drug test fast approaching, the middleweight contender's likely defense has emerged, plus Quick Hits on Anderson Silva's return to training, the UFC's continued battle with piracy, and more.
Okami Wants Silva Rematch; Marquardt Not Looking Ahead (11/11/2010 6:14:26 AM)
It has been nearly five years since Yushin Okami fought Anderson Silva, but at a pre-fight press conference for UFC 122 on Thursday, it became clear that the current UFC middleweight champion is still on the Japanese fighter’s mind
Winner of UFC 122's Nate Marquardt vs. Yushin Okami Guaranteed Title Shot (10/27/2010 12:21:32 PM)
The winner of next month's UFC 122 main event between middleweight contenders Nate Marquardt and Yushin Okami is guaranteed a shot at the 185-pound title currently held by Anderson Silva. Before Marquardt or Okami get their title shot, Silva will put the belt on the line against Vitor Belfort in the main event of February's UFC 126.
Fertitta: Silva vs. St-Pierre is "probably the one fight I really want to see the most" (10/24/2010 6:00:00 PM)
UFC president Dana White recently said that if enough people want to see UFC champions Anderson Silva and Georges St-Pierre meet in the octagon, it's his job as a promoter to make it happen. White can now count one very influential fight fan among those hoping to see the matchup come to fruition: UFC co-owner and CEO Lorenzo Fertitta. "I want to see that fight," Fertitta said. "That's probably the one fight I really want to see the most."
Poll results: Who wins between UFC champ Anderson Silva and Vitor Belfort? (10/9/2010 1:20:00 PM)
It's a fight nearly everyone has been clamoring to see, and it's finally going to happen. On Feb. 5, UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva will face fellow Brazilian slugger Vitor Belfort in Las Vegas at an as-yet-unannounced UFC event, and the anticipation is already building among fans and MMA pundits alike. Will Silva be able to deal with the stunning handspeed of Belfort, or will the phenom's sometimes questionable mental approach to fighting prove detrimental against the other-worldy champ? In this week's MMAjunkie.com/"Inside MMA" poll, we asked readers to predict the outcome of the upcoming fight, and the response did little to clear up the picture.
Vitor Belfort says Anderson Silva bout official for Super Bowl weekend UFC 126 card (10/9/2010 11:30:00 AM)
"The Phenom" looks to again be called champion. Former UFC light heavyweight champion Vitor Belfort will indeed get his shot at UFC middleweight title holder Anderson Silva, and it will come on Super Bowl weekend. Belfort confirmed the long-rumored date while a guest on Friday's live edition of HDNet's "Inside MMA."
Vitor Belfort says Anderson Silva bout official for Super Bowl weekend (10/9/2010 11:30:00 AM)
"The Phenom" looks to again be called champion. Former UFC light heavyweight champion Vitor Belfort will indeed get his shot at UFC middleweight title holder Anderson Silva, and it will come on Super Bowl weekend. Belfort confirmed the long-rumored date while a guest on Friday's live edition of HDNet's "Inside MMA."
Belfort Tweets Unofficial Title Shot with Silva (10/1/2010 11:05:11 AM)
Former UFC light heavyweight titleholder Vitor Belfort confirmed Thurdsay via his Twitter account that he would be taking on current middleweight king Anderson Silva on the UFC's Superbowl-weekend card in February.
Champ Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort Expected to Headline UFC 127 on Feb. 5 (10/1/2010 7:00:58 AM)
A title fight between UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva and Vitor Belfort is expected to headline UFC 127, the UFC's rumored Super Bowl weekend event on February 5 in Las Vegas. No other matchups are currently rumored for the UFC 127 fight card.
Belfort confirms likely UFC 127 title fight with champ Silva on Super Bowl weekend (9/30/2010 10:45:00 PM)
After UFC officials initially pitched a New Year's Day meeting between UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva and Vitor Belfort, they have now set their sights on Super Bowl weekend. Belfort today put out the word via Twitter account that he's likely to meet Silva on the eve of football's biggest day. It's the third occasion Belfort has been targeted to fight the champ after two potential bookings were scratched due to injury. Although not officially announced, the event is expected to take place Feb. 5 in Las Vegas, likely as UFC 127.
Gamburyan: If He's Anderson Silva, I'm Fedor (9/28/2010 7:52:28 AM)
Jose Aldo is often compared to teammate Anderson Silva, but his next challenger, Manny Gamburyan, says, "If he's Anderson Silva, I'm Fedor"...
Dana White: No hesitation in replacing Chael Sonnen with Vitor Belfort in title fight (9/23/2010 9:55:00 PM)
INDIANAPOLIS - Once Chael Sonnen was out, UFC president Dana White and matchmaker Joe Silva wasted little time plugging Vitor Belfort into his slot. With Sonnen recently failing a UFC 117 drug test and spoiling a scheduled rematch with UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva, Belfort instead got the call. But why would a guy who's never even fought at middleweight under the UFC banner get an immediate title shot?
Anderson Ok With Belfort; Unsure Of Date (9/22/2010 10:22:53 PM)
(VIDEO) UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva is okay with switching opponents to Vitor Belfort, but is unsure if he'll be ready to fight by UFC 125...
Brazil Vs. Brazil On Tap; Silva Vs. Belfort On Tap (9/22/2010 5:52:49 PM)
Vitor Belfort is going to get his title shot just a bit sooner than he had anticipated. UFC president Dana White says Belfort was pulled from UFC 122 to fight Anderson Silva...
Champ Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort targeted for 2011, possibly UFC 125 (Updated) (9/22/2010 4:47:11 PM)
As it turns out, Vitor Belfort isn't injured. And, in fact, he's expected to meet UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva early next year, possibly in the headliner of a UFC 125 event on Jan. 1 in Las Vegas. Sources close to the event, including Belfort's manager, today confirmed the tentative plans with MMAjunkie.com. Belfort had been scheduled to fight Yushin Okami in the headliner of November's UFC 122 event before a recent card change.
Champ Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort targeted for early 2011, possibly UFC 125 (9/22/2010 4:47:11 PM)
As it turns out, Vitor Belfort isn't injured. And, in fact, he's expected to meet UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva early next year, possibly in the headliner of a UFC 125 event on Jan. 1 in Las Vegas. Sources close to the event today confirmed the tentative plans with MMAjunkie.com. Belfort had been scheduled to fight Yushin Okami in the headliner of November's UFC 122 event before a recent card change.
Vitor Belfort Healthy, Will Fight UFC Champ Anderson Silva in Early-2011 (9/22/2010 6:13:06 AM)
Vitor Belfort is getting his long-awaited title shot against middleweight champion Anderson Silva sooner than expected. UFC President Dana White has confirmed Belfort is healthy and will challenge Silva for title early next year, possibly in the main event of UFC 125 on January 1 in Las Vegas.
Vitor Belfort Healthy, Will Fight UFC Champ Anderson Silva in Early-2011 (updated) (9/22/2010 6:13:06 AM)
Vitor Belfort is getting his long-awaited title shot against middleweight champion Anderson Silva sooner than expected. UFC President Dana White has confirmed Belfort is healthy and will challenge Silva for title early next year, possibly in the main event of UFC 125 on January 1 in Las Vegas.
Vitor Belfort ’100 Percent Healthy,’ Title Shot vs. Anderson Silva To Be Announced? (9/22/2010 6:13:06 AM)
Vitor Belfort could be getting his long-awaited title shot against middleweight champion Anderson Silva sooner than expected. Despite reports that an injury forced Belfort out of November's UFC 122 against fellow contender Yushin Okami, Belfort's coach Shawn Tompkins says he's is healthy and more news will be announced soon.
White: Belfort to Face Silva for UFC Middleweight Title (9/22/2010 1:58:29 AM)
Vitor Belfort -- withdrawn on Tuesday from his scheduled main event with Yushin Okami at UFC 122 in November -- will instead challenge Anderson Silva for the UFC middleweight championship
CSAC: Sonnen/Silva rematch "unlikely" unless appeal heard by year's end (Updated) (9/20/2010 9:30:00 PM)
LOS ANGELES - Chael Sonnen is "unlikely" to get a rematch with Anderson Silva targeted for next year's Super Bowl weekend if he does not quickly answer to a notice informing him of a positive test for a banned performance-enhancer. CSAC Executive Director George Dodd today told MMAjunkie.com that Sonnen is currently under suspension and has 30 days to respond to the notice, which came nearly six weeks after his title fight with Silva at UFC 117. Dodd said Sonnen tested positive for levels of testosterone "well above" normal.
CSAC: Sonnen/Silva rematch "unlikely" unless appeal heard before year's end (9/20/2010 9:30:00 PM)
LOS ANGELES - Chael Sonnen is "unlikely" to get a rematch with Anderson Silva targeted for next year's Super Bowl weekend if he does not quickly answer to a notice informing him of a positive test for a banned performance-enhancer. CSAC Executive Director George Dodd today told MMAjunkie.com that Sonnen is currently under suspension and has 30 days to respond to the notice, which came nearly six weeks after his title fight with Silva at UFC 117. Dodd said he plans to release the drug for which Sonnen tested positive this afternoon.
Chael Sonnen Fails Drug Test in UFC 117 Loss to Anderson Silva (9/19/2010 3:59:05 AM)
Chael Sonnen has failed his post-fight drug test following his UFC 117 loss to middleweight champion Anderson Silva, testing positive for an undisclosed performance enhancing drug after the Aug. 7 event in Oakland.
Belfort Sees Cracks in Silva Facade (9/17/2010 4:37:06 PM)
Resurgent former light heavyweight champion Vitor Belfort will meet Yushin Okami in the UFC 122 main event on Nov. 13 at the Konig Pilsener Arena in Oberhausen, Germany. Still, he has UFC middleweight king Anderson Silva in his sights.
Ufc Pres Not Opposed To Gsp Vs. Silva (Video) (9/3/2010 9:03:12 PM)
UFC president Dana White says there's still some work to be done, but he's not opposed to a Georges St-Pierre vs Anderson Silva superfight...
Anderson Silva vs. Chael Sonnen, Frankie Edgar vs. Gray Maynard Possible for UFC 125 (9/3/2010 10:08:38 AM)
Chael Sonnen will get another shot at middleweight champ Anderson Silva as early as UFC 125 on Jan. 1, but the rematch could be delayed until Super Bowl weekend. A rematch between lightweight champ Frankie Edgar and Gray Maynard is also slated for early-2011 and could take place at UFC 125 or an expected UFC 126 event later in January in Pittsburgh.
Anderson Silva vs. Chael Sonnen, Frankie Edgar vs. Gray Maynard Possible for UFC 125 on Jan. 1 (9/3/2010 10:08:38 AM)
Chael Sonnen will get another shot at middleweight champ Anderson Silva as early as UFC 125 on Jan. 1, but the rematch could be delayed until Super Bowl weekend. A rematch between lightweight champ Frankie Edgar and Gray Maynard is also slated for early-2011 and could take place at UFC 125 or an expected UFC 126 event later in January in Pittsburgh.
Chael Sonnen: Anderson Silva Rematch Possible for UFC 125 on Jan. 1 in Las Vegas (9/3/2010 10:08:38 AM)
Chael Sonnen will get another shot at middleweight champ Anderson Silva as early as UFC 125 on Jan. 1, but the rematch could be delayed until Super Bowl weekend. A rematch between lightweight champ Frankie Edgar and Gray Maynard is also slated for early-2011 and could take place at UFC 125 or an expected UFC 126 event later in January in Pittsburgh.
UFC boss Dana White "not opposed" to St-Pierre vs. Silva, but roadblocks remain (8/29/2010 2:00:00 PM)
BOSTON - The UFC's most-requested superfight is one step closer to becoming a reality. At Saturday's UFC Fan Expo Boston 2010, UFC president Dana White said he's slowly warming to the idea of a superfight between middleweight kingpin Anderson Silva and current welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre. "They've got a couple of guys they've got to beat before we make that fight, but I'm not opposed to making it," White told a large crowd gathered for a special Q&A session at the Hynes Event Center in Boston.
Dana White: Chael Sonnen rematch up next for UFC champ Anderson Silva (8/24/2010 3:00:00 PM)
Despite his loss at UFC 117, Chael Sonnen has earned an immediate rematch with UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva. UFC president Dana White, who's busy with a final media blitz for this week's UFC 118 event in Boston, today confirmed the plans while on ESPN's "SportsCenter," though a date has not been determined for the rematch. Sonnen dominated four and a half rounds of the Aug. 7 fight before Silva scored a come-from-behind triangle-choke victory in the fifth and final round.
Dana White Confirms Anderson Silva-Chael Sonnen Rematch, ‘Shogun’ Rua-Rashad Evans for 2011 (8/24/2010 6:38:52 AM)
Chael Sonnen will get another shot at UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva early next year and light heavyweight champ Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua will face Rashad Evans in the spring or early-summer, UFC President Dana White announced today on ESPN.
Anderson Silva vs. Chael Sonnen Rematch Planned for January or February UFC (8/24/2010 1:00:10 AM)
Chael Sonnen will get another shot at UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva, as an immediate rematch of the UFC 117 headliner is in the works for January or February. The matchup could headline the UFC's traditional New Year's event or could be pushed back to February depending on Silva's recovery from a rib injury.
Vitor Belfort Returns to UFC in November, Won’t Fight Champ Anderson Silva (8/23/2010 3:48:47 AM)
Middleweight contender Vitor Belfort will return to UFC action in November, but won't fight 185-pound champ Anderson Silva, who is sidelined until early next year with a rib injury suffered before his recent title defense over Chael Sonnen.
Silva Will Be Waiting If Gsp Can Make The Weight (8/19/2010 8:36:57 PM)
At this point the question of Anderson Silva taking on Georges St-Pierre doesn't seem so much a question of if, but a question of when, and the Brazilian is ready to show the Canadian who the best in the world is...
Sonnen Has Chance To Back Up His Silva Bashing (8/19/2010 8:36:57 PM)
Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen will fight on Aug. 7, but the war of words began months ago, and the UFC middleweight champion's manager believes it's just about time to see if Sonnen's mouth has written a check he can't cash...
Sonnen Rips Into Silva, Winning War Of Words (8/19/2010 8:36:37 PM)
Chael Sonnen has let his feelings about Anderson Silva be known, stoking up the war of words leading into their UFC 117 showdown just over a week away...
Sonnen Says Franklin & Silva Ducked Him (8/19/2010 8:36:36 PM)
Chael Sonnen speaks out about how Rich Franklin ignored his call for a fight for over a year, and that Anderson Silva isn't at UFC 117 because he wants to be there. It's because he was told to be there...
Ufc 117: Silva Vs. Sonnen Conference Call (8/19/2010 8:36:36 PM)
Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen met with the media via a UFC 117 conference call on Tuesday, and yes, the sparks were flying (AUDIO)...
Anderson Silva Plans To Retire At Middleweight (8/19/2010 8:36:36 PM)
Anderson Silva has never discounted fighting in other weight classes, but it looks like the current middleweight champion plans on hanging up his gloves while he's still at 185 pounds...
Mark Munoz Takes Anderson Silva To The Mat (8/19/2010 8:36:35 PM)
Training for upcoming fights just a week apart, Mark Munoz and Anderson Silva have been working together to crush the opposition...
Sonnen Plans To End Reign Of Anderson Silva (8/19/2010 8:36:26 PM)
Chael Sonnen may not like Anderson Silva, but he gives the champion credit for being a tough fighter. That doesn't mean Sonnen doesn't plan on smashing him and taking his title though...
Anderson Silva Isn't Buying Into Sonnen's Hype (8/19/2010 8:36:25 PM)
Anderson Silva isn't buying into Chael Sonnen's hype, and he doesn't think Sonnen really is either...
Chael Sonnen: Anderson Silva Will Be Fired (8/19/2010 8:36:24 PM)
Chael Sonnen says that win, lose, or draw, Anderson Silva's days are numbered following UFC 117...
Silva Calls Sonnen An Idiot, Fires Stoked (8/19/2010 8:36:21 PM)
Anderson Silva opened up a little bit about his thoughts concerning Chael Sonnen, and Sonnen fires back at Silva and his manager, Ed Soares...
Would Dana White Really Fire Anderson Silva? (8/19/2010 8:36:20 PM)
UFC president Dana White answers the question of whether or not he would fire Anderson Silva, as Chael Sonnen says he would, come Sunday morning...
Time For Talk Over, Silva Ready To Do His Job (8/19/2010 8:36:20 PM)
The time for talk is over. UFC middleweight titleholder Anderson Silva plans to let his performance in the UFC 117 main event speak for itself...
Ufc 117: Silva Vs. Sonnen Weigh-In Results (Updated) (8/19/2010 8:36:19 PM)
The weigh-ins for UFC 117 took place on Friday afternoon in Oakland with the championship bout between UFC middleweight king Anderson Silva and top contender Chael Sonnen becoming official with both making weight without any problem, while Thiago Alves missed his target and came in over by half a pound...
Face-To-Face At The Weigh-Ins: Silva & Sonnen (8/19/2010 8:36:19 PM)
Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen were face-to-face at the UFC 117 weigh-ins on Friday, well, sort of (VIDEO)...
Ufc 117: Silva Vs. Sonnen Weigh-In Photos (8/19/2010 8:36:19 PM)
Photo gallery from the UFC 117: Silva vs. Sonnen weigh-ins where tensions were still running high between Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen...
The Immaculate Submission By Anderson Silva (8/19/2010 8:36:18 PM)
It looked like the reign of Anderson Silva had come to an end...
Silva Will Fight Whoever Ufc Wants (8/19/2010 8:36:17 PM)
Anderson Silva talks about what got him through the rough moments in his fight with Chael Sonne, and whether or not he is open to a rematch...
Anderson Talks Sonnen Fight, Ready For Home (8/19/2010 8:36:16 PM)
UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva discusses his win over Chael Sonnen and says that he's ready to go home (VIDEO)...
A Long Road Leads To Gsp Vs. Anderson Silva (8/19/2010 8:36:15 PM)
Many fans have asked about a potential mega fight between Georges St-Pierre and Anderson Silva, but UFC president Dana White says it's not something he's in a rush to put together...
Silva And Hughes Top Ufc 117 Payroll (8/19/2010 8:35:58 PM)
UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva and former welterweight champion Matt Hughes top the UFC 117 payroll released on Monday...
Silva’s $320K Leads UFC 117 Paydays (8/17/2010 6:55:59 AM)
Middleweight champion Anderson Silva earned an event-high $320,000 in his stirring submission victory against Chael Sonnen at UFC 117 “Silva vs. Sonnen” on Aug. 7 at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif., according to figures released on Monday by the California State Athletic Commission.
Silva: Submission Was Payback, Injury Layoff Undetermined (8/10/2010 11:59:59 AM)
Though the 23 minutes that preceded it were definitely not part of the plan, UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva said his fifth-round submission of Chael Sonnen at UFC 117 last Saturday in Oakland, Calif., was a very deliberate gesture.
Pros Pick: Silva vs. Sonnen (8/7/2010 11:48:54 AM)
Embattled middleweight champion Anderson Silva, chided for his recent antics inside the cage, will defend his crown against the mouthy Chael Sonnen at UFC 117 on Saturday when they square off at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif.
UFC 117: Silva VS. Sonnen - 7th August (7/28/2010 2:22:10 AM)
Main CardMiddleweight Championship: Anderson Silva vs. Chael SonnenWelterweight: Jon Fitch vs. Thiago AlvesLightweight: Clay Guida vs. Rafael dos AnjosWelterweight: Matt Hughes vs....