UFC legend Anderson Silva has revealed he could have one ultimate battle earlier than retirement, and it has been confirmed that he will probably be dealing with one in all his former opponents.
Initially, it appeared {that a} well-known Hollywood actor was gearing as much as step into the boxing ring to face Silva, in what would have been a really weird contest even in gentle of some current less-than-expected contests.
Former NFL star Terry Crews is that man. Famend for his spectacular physique, he has restricted combating expertise. Nevertheless, he teased that he can be the person dealing with Silva.
Crews, well-known for his roles in well-liked movies and TV reveals equivalent to Brooklyn 9-9 and White Chicks, had by no means competed in skilled fight sports activities, however had a background in avenue combating from his youth and has skilled to remain in form.
Earlier this week, former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva hinted at one final battle in his native Brazil. Silva shared a teaser video for an occasion referred to as Spaten Battle Evening, suggesting a stunning opponent for his farewell.
The teaser video included a caption in Portuguese, which roughly translated reads: “Time for the Spider-Man’s Grand Finale in Brazil. And the farewell of a martial arts legend in his nation needed to come at a special day.”
“Late Battle Evening. Spaten’s new combating platform. June fifteenth in São Paulo And also you watch it dwell on Globe. Are you able to guess who the opponent is? Inform us within the feedback.”
Not lengthy after that, it was time for a response from Crews who took to his social media to publish a topless reply video wherein he appeared to substantiate he was up for the competition.
“Alright, Anderson Silva I’ve been coaching, I’m prepared. June 15 I’ll see you at Battle Evening in Brazil, y’all. June 15, let’s go, Anderson Silva; me, you, let’s make it occur. What? Terry Crews right here, Brazil!”
After hours of confusion, it was then revealed that it wouldn’t be Crews, however as a substitute Silva’s long-time rival Chael Sonnen that would be the opponent subsequent month.
Silva and Sonnen met on two events contained in the UFC, with the primary battle considered top-of-the-line ever and is ready to be inducted into the UFC Corridor of Fame this summer season.
The bout between the 2 former UFC fighters is one in all many high-profile crossover bouts taking place in current occasions, whereas Mike Tyson taking over Jake Paul in July is one such occasion within the close to future.
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