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Wanderlei Silva meets Chris Leben at UFC 132 in Las Vegas (4/5/2011 1:45:00 AM)
They wanted it, and now they have it. Following a long campaign on Twitter and in the media, middleweights Chris Leben and Wanderlei Silva have hooked up a meeting at UFC 132. UFC 132 takes place July 2 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas and features a long-awaited rematch between UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz, and the only man to ever beat him, former WEC champ Urijah Faber.
Silva Draws Leben at UFC 132 (4/4/2011 10:39:29 PM)
Former Pride Fighting Championships middleweight titleholder Wanderlei Silva will toe the line against Chris Leben in a featured 185-pound matchup at UFC 132 “Cruz vs. Faber 2” on July 2 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
Wanderlei Silva vs. Chris Leben Announced for UFC 132 on July 2 (4/4/2011 3:28:51 PM)
Wanderlei Silva will face fellow middleweight Chris Leben when he returns to the Octagon at UFC 132 on July 2 in Las Vegas.The UFC today announced the matchup.
Coach Thinks Wanderlei Should Fight Before Belfort Rematch (3/30/2011 1:00:00 AM)
More than a year has passed since Wanderlei Silva last set foot inside the cage, and, despite outside pressures, “The Axe Murderer” has resisted the temptation to accept a rematch with Vitor Belfort upon his return.
UFC targets Belfort vs. Silva II, "The Axe Murderer" holding out for Leben (3/21/2011 12:30:00 PM)
For a guy who built a career on fighting anybody, anywhere, anytime, Wanderlei Silva is proving incredibly difficult to schedule. UFC president Dana White said he's trying to book a rematch between Silva and Vitor Belfort - a fight "The Phenom" has verbally agreed to - but "The Axe Murderer" is holding out for a bout with Chris Leben. White admitted he's a little shocked by Silva's actions, especially considering he already turned down a UFC 130 fight with Brian Stann because he didn't want to face a U.S. military hero.
Wanderlei Silva vs. Vitor Belfort Rematch Planned for UFC 132, Silva Wants Chris Leben Instead (3/21/2011 9:27:23 AM)
A rematch between Brazilian middleweights Wanderlei Silva and Vitor Belfort is being planned for UFC 132 on July 2 in Las Vegas, but Silva has yet to agree to the matchup and "The Axe Murderer" is campaigning for a fight with Chris Leben instead.
UFC’s Wanderlei Silva “Absolutely Refused” To Fight Brian Stann (2/19/2011 1:00:41 PM)
A bout between UFC light middleweight competitor Wanderlei Silva and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Brian Stann looked to be a done deal at one point, even according to UFC President Dana White. According to a report, though, Silva "absolutely refused" to fight Stann and told friends he would "retire rather than take the fight".
Belfort Welcomes Wanderlei Rematch, Wants UFC ‘Rio’ Slot (2/15/2011 6:45:48 AM)
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Vitor Belfort’s first encounter with Wanderlei Silva lasted less than a minute. Talk of a potential rematch has persisted ever since.
Brian Stann likely to meet Jorge Santiago, not Wanderlei Silva, at UFC 130 (2/12/2011 5:15:00 PM)
After recent reports of a potential return to the UFC, Sengoku middleweight champion Jorge Santiago appears to have an opponent: Brian Stann. Sources close to the organization today told MMAjunkie.com the two middleweight are expected to fight at UFC 130. Stann initially was slated to Wanderlei Silva at the May 28 event, though Silva repeatedly has voiced a preference not to fight the fan favorite and military hero.
Brian Stann vs. Jorge Santiago, Not Wanderlei Silva, Expected for UFC 130 (2/12/2011 7:49:21 AM)
Despite Dana White's insistence that Brian Stann vs. Wanderlei Silva was still on for UFC 130, Stann is instead expected to welcome fellow middleweight Jorge Santiago back to the UFC at the May 28 event in Las Vegas.
Wanderlei Silva Calls Out Vitor Belfort for UFC Rematch (2/11/2011 8:51:03 AM)
Despite being scheduled to face Brian Stann at UFC 130 in May, Wanderlei Silva instead wants a rematch with recent middleweight title challenger Vitor Belfort. "And now, where are you running to? I’d give him the number one (on the line to fight me) easily, I’m challenging him … I want him."
Wanderlei Silva vs. Brian Stann Still On for UFC 130 (2/9/2011 6:09:38 AM)
A matchup between middleweight contenders Wanderlei Silva and Brian Stann is still slated for UFC 130, despite recent reports that it had been scrapped from the May 30 event in Las Vegas. "It's on," UFC President Dana White said after UFC 126.
Dana White says Wanderlei Silva vs. Brian Stann still on for UFC 130 (2/6/2011 9:00:00 AM)
LAS VEGAS - Despite conflicting reports, UFC president Dana White insists Wanderlei Silva will indeed meet Brian Stann at UFC 130. The UFC boss told MMAjunkie.com that while Silva has shown some resistance to the matchup, the two middleweight sluggers will indeed meet in May. "It's on," White said flatly of the matchup. "It's on."
Wanderlei Silva vs. Brian Stann Off, Stann Likely to Remain on UFC 130 (2/4/2011 7:03:22 PM)
A source close to the UFC recently informed MMAFighting's Ariel Helwani that a recently reported fight between middleweight contenders Wanderlei Silva and Brian Stann is off and "won't be happening any time soon."
MMAjunkie.com Radio (1:30 p.m. ET): Benavidez, Florian, Silva, Belcher, Santiago, more (2/4/2011 4:30:00 PM)
Don't miss today's star-studded MMAjunkie.com Radio, which is co-hosted by UFC 128's Joseph Benavidez and features UFC lightweight Kenny Florian, MMA agent Malki Kawa, UFC 130's Wanderlei Silva, UFC middleweight Alan Belcher and Sengoku champ Jorge Santiago at a special start time of 1:30 p.m. ET (10:30 a.m. PT). Joining them in studio are UFC heavyweight Matt Mitrione, Strikeforce champ Rafael "Feijao" Cavalcante and MMA legend Pedro Rizzo. MMA oddsmakers Joey Oddessa also calls in. MMAjunkie.com Radio airs today only at 1:30 p.m. ET live from the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino's Race & Sports Book. Listen to and watch a video stream of the two-hour show at www.mmajunkie.com/radio.
Wanderlei Silva vs. Brian Stann Announced For UFC 130 (2/3/2011 9:52:23 AM)
Brian Stann's wish has been granted. After defeating fellow middleweight Chris Leben at UFC 125, former WEC light heavyweight champion and United States Marines Corp Captain Brian Stann requested a match with fan favorite Wanderlei Silva.
Wanderlei Silva vs Brian Stann Official For UFC 130 (2/3/2011 9:52:23 AM)
Brian Stann's wish has been granted. After defeating fellow middleweight Chris Leben at UFC 125, former WEC light heavyweight champion and United States Marines Corp Captain Brian Stann requested a match with fan favorite Wanderlei Silva.
UFC boss Dana White: Wanderlei Silva has no desire to play Brian Stann's villain (1/22/2011 6:40:00 PM)
KILLEEN, Texas - For aspiring UFC middleweights, calling out Wanderlei Silva has almost become standard operating procedure. Brian Stann is the latest to request a booking with Silva, and UFC president Dana White admitted the promotion is trying to arrange it. There's just one problem: "The Axe Murderer" isn't exactly keen on playing the bad guy. MMAjunkie.com lead staff reporter John Morgan outlines the details, as well as a number of other topics White recently discussed, including the light heavyweight title picture, the future of Lyoto Machida and the potential octagon returns of Royce Gracie and Nick Diaz.
Wanderlei Silva Expected to Fight Brian Stann in UFC Return (1/14/2011 6:00:16 AM)
Brian Stann will apparently get his wish to welcome Wanderlei Silva back to UFC action. After stopping Chris Leben in the co-main event of UFC 125 on New Year's Day, the rising middleweight Stann requested a fight with "The Axe Murderer" and UFC President Dana White has told MMA Fighting the matchup is expected for spring.
Brian Stann Wants to Fight Wanderlei Silva Next on Path to UFC Title Shot (1/5/2011 9:00:18 AM)
Following a first-round knockout of Chris Leben at Saturday's UFC 125, Brian Stann said he hopes to fight Wanderlei Silva next as he works to earn a shot at the middleweight title. "That's my number one goal for 2011 is to be a top-10 middleweight in the world and work my way towards a title shot. I think I'd like to fight Wanderlei Silva next, but I'll be prepared for anybody."
Following UFC 125 win, Brian Stann wants Wanderlei Silva, top-10 ranking (1/2/2011 1:55:00 PM)
LAS VEGAS - UFC middleweight contender Brian Stann isn't exactly the "call out" kind of guy, but he also knows how to ask for what he wants. For instance, following an August win over Mike Massenzio, the Marine respectfully asked for a future booking with Chris Leben, which eventually resulted in his UFC 125 victory over "The Crippler." Following that win in the co-main event of Saturday night's pay-per-view event in Las Vegas, Stann was at it again, and this time, he's got an "Axe Murderer" on his mind.
Wanderlei Silva, Chael Sonnen Trade Words for Possible 2011 UFC Fight (12/21/2010 10:30:33 AM)
Wanderlei Silva and Chael Sonnen won't be coaches on The Ultimate Fighter 13, but the UFC middleweight contenders will likely square off early next year, especially after their latest war of words.
Alan Belcher Calls Out Wanderlei Silva for UFC Return (11/10/2010 10:00:39 AM)
Though he's still months away from resuming training for his UFC return from a career-threatening eye injury, middleweight contender Alan Belcher has his sights set on a matchup with Wanderlei Silva in his comeback fight next year.
Michael Bisping Eyes UFC Title Shot, Wanderlei Silva Rematch (10/18/2010 8:38:18 AM)
After topping Yoshihiro Akiyama at Saturday's UFC 120 for his second-straight win, Michael Bisping said he believes he's one win away from getting a shot at the middleweight title currently held by Anderson Silva.While Dana White offered only a "we'll see" response, Bisping already has an opponent in mind for his next fight: Wanderlei Silva.
MMAjunkie.com Radio: Wanderlei Silva (in studio), Rich Clementi, Jeremy Luchau (9/8/2010 3:30:00 PM)
MMAjunkie.com Radio today welcomes to the show UFC middleweight and longtime fan favorite Wanderlei Silva, who joins us an in-studio guest host. Currently on the mend, Silva discusses his planned early-2011 return. Additionally, Rich Clementi, who makes his Bellator debut at Thursday's event, and Jeremy Luchau, events coordinator for Thursday's Tachi Palace Fights 6 event, both call into the show. MMAjunkie.com Radio airs from 12-2 p.m. ET (9-11 a.m. PT) live from the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino's Race & Sports Book. Listen to and watch a video stream of the two-hour show at www.mmajunkie.com/radio.
MMAjunkie.com Radio this week: Jardine, Silva, Belfort, Cruz, Daley and more (9/6/2010 1:00:00 PM)
With a holiday here in the U.S., MMAjunkie.com Radio this week has an adjusted schedule. No shows take place today or Friday, but the radio crew offers a special "Primetime" edition on Tuesday in addition to the rest of the lineup. Special guests this week include notables such as Keith Jardine, Wanderlei Silva, Vitor Belfort, Dominick Cruz, Antonio Silva, Paul Daley and others throughout the week.
Wanderlei: ‘I Still Have Much to Do’ (8/31/2010 11:15:59 AM)
LAS VEGAS -- A serious knee injury has not cooled Wanderlei Silva’s indomitable passion for mixed martial arts, even though it required reconstructive surgery and will keep him out for the rest of 2010.
UFC's Wanderlei Silva eyes February return; Leben, Belfort, Sonnen on hitlist (8/28/2010 12:10:00 PM)
BOSTON - MMA legend Wander Silva may have needed crutches to make his way around this weekend's 2010 UFC Fan Expo Boston, but that doesn't mean he's not already thinking about his next trip to the cage. "The Axe Murderer" on Friday told fans at a Fan Expo Q&A session that he was eyeing a return to action as soon as February. And while an opponent has not yet been secured for his next fight, Silva said he's got a list of idea in his mind that includes Chris Leben, Vitor Belfort and Chael Sonnen.
Wanderlei Silva: One Day I Will Raise Ufc Belt (8/19/2010 8:36:34 PM)
An emotional Wanderlei Silva chronicles his recent knee surgery and proclaims that he will one day become a UFC champion (VIDEO)...