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Anderson Silva

Brazilian MMA legend
Brazilian MMA legend
Anderson da Silva, born in 1975, is a former UFC Middleweight Champion with the longest title reign in UFC history. He holds the record for 16 consecutive victories and is considered one of the greatest MMA fighters.
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Record: 34-11-0 (1 NC)
The record of 34 wins, 11 losses, and 0 draws with 1 No Contest.
1975-04-14
Birth of Anderson Silva
Anderson Silva was born in Sao Paolo, Brazil on April 14, 1975. He started his martial arts journey as a child with jiu jitsu and later trained in taekwondo, capoeira, and muay thai.
1997-06-25
Anderson Silva makes his professional MMA debut
Anderson Silva made his professional MMA debut at BFC 1 in Campo Grande, Brazil, defeating Raimundo Pinheiro by submission with a rear-naked choke in just under two minutes.
2000-12-16
Anderson Silva defeats Jose Barreto by KO/TKO
On December 16, 2000, Anderson Silva achieved victory over Jose Barreto by knockout or technical knockout in the first round.
2001-08-26
Anderson Silva Becomes Shooto Middleweight Champion
On August 26, 2001, Anderson Silva defeated Hayato Sakurai to become the Shooto Middleweight Champion, showcasing his early success in the MMA world.
2002-01-31
Anderson Silva's KO/TKO Victory
On January 31, 2002, Anderson Silva achieved a victory by knockout or technical knockout using punches in the first round at 5 minutes and 33 seconds.
2004-06-27
Silva's Fight Against Jeremy Horn
On June 27, 2004, Anderson Silva fought Jeremy Horn and emerged victorious with a decision win, further solidifying his reputation as a formidable fighter.
2004-09-11
Anderson Silva vs Jeremy Horn Fight
On September 11, 2004, Anderson Silva fought against Jeremy Horn. Silva emerged victorious in the match.
2004-12-31
Silva vs. Chonan at Pride FC
Anderson Silva faced Ryo Chonan in a fight at Pride FC on December 31st. Chonan won the fight in the third round with a rare flying scissor heel hook, leading to Silva's submission and subsequent release from Pride.
2006-01-20
Anderson Silva vs Curtis Stout Fight
On January 20, 2006, Anderson Silva faced off against Curtis Stout in a fight. Silva emerged victorious with a win.
2006-04-22
Start of Anderson Silva's 17-fight win streak
Anderson Silva's 17-fight win streak began on April 22, 2006, with a knockout of Tony Fryklund at Cage Rage.
2006-06-28
Anderson Silva knocks out Chris Leben
During his debut at Ultimate Fight Night 5 on June 28, 2006, Anderson Silva knocked out Chris Leben with an emphatic striking performance, including a knee strike, just 49 seconds into the first round.
2006-10-14
Anderson Silva Becomes UFC Middleweight Champion by Defeating Rich Franklin
At UFC 64 on October 14, 2006, Anderson Silva fought and defeated Rich Franklin to become the new UFC Middleweight Champion. Silva's victory included knees to the body and a knee to the face that broke Franklin's nose, leading to a TKO in the first round.
2007-02-03
Anderson Silva's Title Defense Against Travis Lutter
On February 3, 2007, at UFC 67, Anderson Silva was scheduled to defend his title against Travis Lutter. Despite Lutter failing to make weight, Silva won the fight with a submission via a triangle choke and elbow strikes in the second round.
2007-07-07
Silva defends title against Nate Marquardt at UFC 73
Silva successfully defended his title against Nate Marquardt at UFC 73 on July 7, 2007 with a TKO in the first round.
2007-10-20
Anderson Silva's Title Defense Rematch Against Rich Franklin
In a title defense rematch at UFC 77 on October 20, 2007, Anderson Silva fought Rich Franklin in Franklin's hometown and won via TKO in the 2nd round, retaining his Middleweight title.
2008-03-01
Silva vs. Dan Henderson at UFC 82
Silva fought Pride Middleweight champion Dan Henderson in a title unification bout at UFC 82 on March 1, 2008. Silva defended his title by defeating Henderson with a rear naked choke in the 2nd round.
2008-07-19
UFC: Silva vs Irvin
On July 19, 2008, Anderson Silva faced James Irvin in a UFC match.
2008-10-25
UFC 90: Anderson Silva vs Patrick Cote
Anderson Silva defended his middleweight title against Patrick Cote at UFC 90 in Rosemont, Illinois. During the fight, Cote landed awkwardly on his right leg in the third round, leading to a TKO victory for Silva.
2009-04-18
Silva defeats Thales Leites at UFC 97
On April 18, 2009, at UFC 97 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Anderson Silva defeated Thales Leites by unanimous decision, marking his 9th consecutive win in the UFC octagon. Leites made history by being the first man in UFC to take Silva through 5 rounds to a judges' decision, despite the crowd's disappointment with Leites' performance.
2009-08-08
Anderson Silva vs. Forrest Griffin at UFC 101
Anderson Silva fought against former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Forrest Griffin at UFC 101 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Griffin was knocked down three times in the first round, leading to Silva winning the bout.
2010-01-02
Silva's fight against Vitor Belfort at UFC 108 canceled
Anderson Silva was expected to defend his UFC Middleweight Championship against Vitor Belfort on January 2, 2010, at UFC 108. However, the bout was canceled as Silva was not fully recovered from surgery.
2010-04-10
Anderson Silva vs Forrest Griffin Fight
On April 10, 2010, Anderson Silva defeated Forrest Griffin in a UFC match.
2010-08-07
Silva submits Chael Sonnen at UFC 117
On August 7, 2010, at UFC 117, Anderson Silva faced Chael Sonnen for the UFC Middleweight title. Sonnen dominated most of the fight, but Silva managed to secure a triangle armbar in the fifth round, forcing Sonnen to submit at 3:10 of Round 5.
2011-02-05
Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort at UFC 126
Anderson Silva fought Vitor Belfort on February 5, 2011, at UFC 126. Silva delivered a front kick to Belfort's jaw and continued with punches, leading to a first-round victory via KO, marking Belfort's first knockout loss in 28 fights.
2011-08-27
Anderson Silva vs. Yushin Okami at UFC 134
Anderson Silva faced Yushin Okami on August 27, 2011, at UFC 134. Silva emerged victorious by TKO in the second round against the Japanese middleweight fighter.
2012-07-07
UFC 148: Silva vs Sonnen 2
UFC 148 was a highly anticipated rematch between Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen. The fight ended with a knockout/technical knockout victory.
2012-10-13
UFC 153: Silva vs Bonnar
UFC 153 was an Ultimate Fighting Championship event where Anderson Silva fought Stephan Bonnar. The fight ended in a knockout or technical knockout with a knee strike.
2013-07-06
Anderson Silva's Title Reign Ends at UFC 162
On July 6th, 2013, Anderson Silva's long winning streak and title reign in UFC came to an end at UFC 162 when he lost by KO in the second round against Chris Weidman after showboating.
2013-07-08
End of Anderson Silva's win streak
Chris Weidman knocked out Anderson Silva, ending his impressive win streak that started in 2006.
2013-12-28
Rematch between Anderson Silva and Chris Weidman at UFC 168
A rematch between Anderson Silva and Chris Weidman was held at UFC 168 on December 28, where Weidman checked one of Silva's leg kicks, breaking Silva's left fibula and tibia, and ending the fight via TKO in the second round.
2014-07-29
Silva's Return to UFC
Silva confirmed his return to the UFC organization on 29 July 2014, despite retirement calls.
2015-01-31
Silva's Fight Against Nick Diaz
Silva won the fight against Nick Diaz at UFC 183 on 31 January 2015 via unanimous decision.
2015-02-03
Silva's Suspension and Victory Overturned
Three days after his fight with Nick Diaz, Anderson Silva tested positive for banned substances. Despite claiming it was due to a tainted sexual enhancement drug, he was suspended for one year retroactively, and his victory was changed to a no contest.
2015-02-11
Silva's Failed Drug Tests
Silva tested positive for anabolic steroids and other banned substances related to UFC 183.
2015-08-13
Silva's Suspension Hearing
Silva's defense argued against failed drug tests, but he was suspended for one year and fined after a disciplinary hearing.
2016-02-27
Silva's Fight Against Michael Bisping
Silva faced Michael Bisping at UFC Fight Night 84, losing via unanimous decision with controversial moments.
2016-07-09
Silva's Fight Against Daniel Cormier
Silva faced Daniel Cormier at UFC 200 in a non-title bout, losing via unanimous decision.
2017-02-11
Silva's Victory Against Derek Brunson
Silva won a unanimous decision victory against Derek Brunson at UFC 208.
2019-02-10
Silva's Fight Against Israel Adesanya
Silva faced Israel Adesanya at UFC 234, losing via unanimous decision and earning the Fight of the Night award.
2019-05-11
Silva's Fight Against Jared Cannonier
Silva lost to Jared Cannonier at UFC 237 via TKO in the first round due to a leg injury.
2020-10-29
Anderson Silva's boxing match against Jake Paul
Anderson Silva is set to fight Jake Paul in a boxing match in Arizona on October 29, 2020. This marks Silva's transition from MMA to boxing.
2020-10-31
Silva's Fight Against Uriah Hall
Silva lost to Uriah Hall at UFC Fight Night: Hall vs. Silva via technical knockout in round four.
2020-11-19
Silva's UFC Contract Release
The UFC announced the release of Silva from his UFC contract on 19 November 2020.
2021-06-19
Silva vs. Chávez Jr.
Anderson Silva fought Julio César Chávez Jr. in a boxing match on June 19, 2021. Silva emerged victorious with a split decision, throwing 392 punches compared to Chávez Jr.'s 153.
2021-09-11
Silva vs. Ortiz
Anderson Silva faced Tito Ortiz in a pro boxing bout on September 11, 2021, winning the fight via knockout in the first round.
2021-10-29
Anderson Silva's upcoming boxing match against Jake Paul
Anderson Silva is scheduled to face Jake Paul in a boxing match on October 29, 2021, in Arizona.
2022-05-21
Silva vs. Machado
Anderson Silva had an eight-round exhibition bout with Bruno Machado on May 21, 2022, in Abu Dhabi. The fight ended without a declared winner.
2022-10-29
Silva vs. Paul
Anderson Silva fought YouTuber and professional boxer Jake Paul on October 29, 2022, in Phoenix, Arizona. Silva lost to Paul by unanimous decision.
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