MMA Fighting<\/a> for the quotes). “It’s a great opportunity. It’s a great privilege to be able to do what I do and be able to say that I fought one of the best in the world, so I really look at this as a win-win.<\/p>\n“I’m honored that I got the opportunity. Could have been anybody else, but it’s me.”<\/p>\n
For seven years, Silva wore the UFC middleweight title, including a string of 16 consecutive wins to begin his UFC career before a stunning loss to Chris Weidman. He ranks second for consecutive defenses with 10 in UFC history, just one behind Demetrious Johnson.<\/p>\n
Joe Pyfer Throws Fighting Words At Past UFC Legends<\/p>\n
Adesanya won the belt with a finish of Robert Whittaker, defending it fight times before a loss to Alex Pereira. He reclaimed it in the rematch, and does hold a win over Silva when they met.<\/p>\n
Pyfer reflected on the resumes of both Silva and Adesanya in making his decision.<\/p>\n
“No disrespect to guys like Stephon Bonnar or Forrest Griffin or Rich Franklin but they weren’t at the level that I think MMA fighters are today,” he said, “so that’s why I tip the cap to Israel as the greatest middleweight of all time.”<\/p>\n
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