UFC on FX 3 receives Brandon Vera-Thiago Silva II
Brandon Vera will get his chance to avenge a controversial loss Thiago Silva, as the UFC announced a rematch between the two talented 205ers will take place May 15 at an event expected to be named as UFC on FX 3. Last year, Silva sent “The Truth” packing from the UFC after pummeling him in their bout. However, in the post-fight drug testing it was revealed Silva submitted doctored urine in hopes... [Read More...]
Brandon Vera out for revenge against Thiago Silva
Now that Thiago Silva‘s yearlong suspension for steroid use has run out his last opponent, Brandon Vera, has some not-so-kind words for him Vera, who originally lost a bout to Silva back at UFC 125, settled for a “No Contest” after Silva tested positive for a banned substance.However, with the suspension now expired, Vera has wasted no time in calling him out for a rematch. “I... [Read More...]
Thiago Silva free to return to the fight game after yearlong ban ends
Disgraced light heavyweight Thiago Silva is one step closer to making his return to the ring after his twelve-month suspension for steroid use ended on January 1, 2012. However, it is not as simple as signing a piece of paper or agreeing to face an opponent. The 14-2 Silva will still need to reapply for a fight license after having his revoked due to a pair of failed tests related to his UFC 125 victory... [Read More...]
Thiago Silva makes stark admissions at NSAC hearing for failed drug test
Disgraced UFC light heavyweight Thiago Silva stood in front of the Nevada State Athletic Commission earlier today as part of a hearing in relation to having tested positive for a masking agent in his urine earlier this year and spoke very openly about his actions as well as what drove him to try and cheat the system. Specifically, Silva admitted undergoing a series of steroid injections in his back... [Read More...]
Thiago Silva admits to drug use in wake of NSAC announcement
In a move rarely seen in the athletic world, UFC light heavyweight Thiago Silva voluntarily admitted taking drugs banned by the NSAC in preparation for his bout with Brandon Vera at UFC 125 as well as a substance used to doctor the results of his urine test. The announcement was made through the American Top Team account (where he trains) on The Underground forum where he copped to the charges while... [Read More...]
NSAC clarifies situation surrounding Thiago Silva’s UFC 125 urine sample
Nearly two months’ of speculation have finally given way to facts in the case of UFC light heavyweight Thiago Silva whose name was left off an official list of competitors cleared for illegal drug use on the heels of a victory over Brandon Vera at UFC 125 in January. According to a press released issued by Nevada State Athletic Commission Executive Director Keith Kizer, the State’s governing board... [Read More...]
Thiago Silva left off list of negative UFC 125 drug testing results
Confusion surrounding Quinton “Rampage” Jackson’s opponent on May 28 received a bit of potential clarity earlier today per the Nevada State Athletic Commission’s release of drug test results relating to UFC 125. Thiago Silva, still listed on the UFC’s website for a date with Jackson over Memorial Day Weekend, was recently rumored to have been replaced by Rashad Evans for undisclosed reasons... [Read More...]
Rashad Evans rumored as replacement for Thiago Silva at UFC 130
It appears Quinton “Rampage” Jackson may have an opportunity to avenge a past loss after all. Jackson, who recently turned down the chance to fight UFC light heavyweight champ Mauricio “Shogun” Rua at UFC 128 due to a lack of preparation time, is currently scheduled to face Thiago Silva over Memorial Day Weekend at UFC 130. However, it appears Silva may no longer be an option for the event... [Read More...]
Thiago Silva: “I was looking for the knockout, but he opened some space and practically conceded me the takedowns.”
After a year-long absence from the Octagon due to injury it would have been understandable if Thiago Silva had approached UFC 125 opponent Brandon Vera with caution rather than risk aggravating his damaged back or losing his third fight in four appearances. However, not only was Silva aggressive throughout the match, he handled Vera for most of the bout’s duration even going so far as to deliver... [Read More...]
Quinton Jackson verbally agrees to fight Thiago Silva in May
In a talent pool as shark-infested as the UFC‘s light heavyweight division there’s little reason to ever expect an easy match-up. American Top Team’s Thiago Silva is a prime example of such being the case, as the polished Brazilian returned from a year-long layoff due to a severe back injury and faced Brandon Vera last weekend at UFC 125 rather than a warm-up opponent to re-acclimate himself... [Read More...]
Brandon Vera vs. Thiago Silva moved up to UFC 125 main card
As speculated on since the announcement UFC featherweight champ Jose Aldo had withdrawn from the event due to an injury, the bout between light heavyweights Brandon Vera and Thiago Silva has been added to the PPV portion of UFC 125 as a replacement for the postponed 145-pound title-fight. The change has been made official according to event’s line-up as listed on the UFC website. In addition to offering... [Read More...]
Six UFC 125 bouts confirmed for New Year’s Day
As has been the case in past years, the UFC is once again slated to provide a stacked card for fans to ring in the New Year with. Though a number of fights have been rumored for the event, the UFC has now officially announced six pairings for the star-studded show including a headlining title-bout. Lightweight champ Frank Edgar will defend his strap against the only individual to beat him, Gray Maynard,... [Read More...]
Thiago Silva confirms UFC 125 bout against Brandon Vera
American Top Team light heavyweight Thiago Silva put rumor to rest this week by stating he will make his official return to the Octagon at UFC 125 against Brandon Vera after a yearlong absence from the UFC’s famous eight-sided cage. Silva, who withdrew from a scheduled bout against Tim Boetsch last month for injury-related reasons, last competed at 2010’s New Year’s Eve Weekend event, UFC 108,... [Read More...]
Thiago Silva vs. Brandon Vera rumored for UFC 125
It looks like the UFC will start 2011 out with a bang, substituting the pyrotechnics from New Year’s Eve for fireworks of a more-physical kind the following evening at UFC 125 in Las Vegas. Already rumored to be headlined by the rematch between Chael Sonnen and 185-pound champ Anderson Silva, the event now looks to also be hosting a clash between respected light heavyweights Brandon Vera and Thiago... [Read More...]
Thiago Silva: “I lost the movement of my right leg, but I’m doing my recovery work now.”
It wasn’t long ago Thiago Silva was considered the future of the light heavyweight division. Winner of thirteen straight bouts to open up his MMA career, twelve of which were finishing performances, Silva hadn’t tasted defeat until coming across Lyoto Machida in January 2009 – a fight he had originally postponed due to a back injury. In fact, according to a conversation Silva recently had with... [Read More...]
Rashad Evans vs. Thiago Silva set for UFC 108
Thiago Silva vs. Rashad Evans UFC 108 After Quinton “Rampage” Jackson removed himself from his UFC 107 bout to appear as B.A. Baracus in the A-Team remake, former UFC light heavyweight champion Rashad Evans will now be facing off with American Top Team’s Thiago Silva at UFC 108. It has recently been reported by MMAJunkie.com that both parties have agreed to the bout, which will be... [Read More...]
Thiago Silva next in line for Rashad Evans, possible for UFC 108
About a week ago, we all learned that the upcoming Quinton “Rampage” Jackson vs. Rashad Evans fight at UFC 107 was off. Then yesterday news came out that “Rampage” was actually retiring from MMA to focus on his acting career. This left many people wondering who Evans would face next seeing as he was set to battle Jackson once their coaching stints on the “Ultimate Fighter”... [Read More...]
Keith Jardine vs. Thiago Silva confirmed for UFC 102
“The Dean of Mean” Keith Jardine will meet up with knockout artist Thiago Silva at UFC 102. UFC 102 is slated for August 29 at the Rose Garden in Portland, Oregon. The UFC has confirmed the bout through a recent updated event post. Silva was previously expected to face Forrest Griffin at UFC 101 before Anderson Silva was tapped to fill the Brazilian’s shoes. Both men will be looking... [Read More...]
Forrest Griffin confirms fight vs. Thiago Silva at UFC 101
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Forrest Griffin has confirmed that he’s slated to return from a broken hand against Thiago Silva at UFC 101 in Philadelphia, PA on August 8. Griffin revealed the news during Wednesday’s season premiere for the ninth season of The Ultimate Fighter. During a “Late Night News Presented by Burger King” commercial insert, Griffin updated fans... [Read More...]
Report: Forrest Griffin to face Thiago Silva at UFC 101
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Forrest Griffin is slated to return during the yet-to-be announced UFC 101 event this coming August against Thiago Silva. News of the matchup comes courtesy of a report by MMAjunkie.com, which adds that UFC 101 is tentatively scheduled to take place on August 8 in Portland, Ore. Verbal committments from both fighters have been received and signed bout agreements... [Read More...]
