Over a decade after their 148 rematch ended in controversial fashion, Sonnen and Silva will meet for a third and final time in the boxing ring for an exhibition. The pair have mended their friendship over the years, but will reignite the old flame once more in the Brazilian’s final fight on home soil. Just a handful of select spectators will be allowed into a secret venue in Sao Paolo, where the Spaten Fight Night takes place on June 15.
The duo will take part in a five-round exhibition at a catchweight of 216lb. Chael Sonnen explains why he is fighting Anderson Silva in boxing Many fans have already noted the seemingly massive advantage has in a bout with solely boxing rules against career wrestler . The American was renowned for his ability to take down opponents, and came within seconds of a win over his rival with his wrestling first time out.
Since both men retired from MMA in 2019 and 2020 respectively, Silva has continued to box with some frequency as a professional while Sonnen has not competed at all. The former UFC champion famously defeated boxing world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr in 2021. After that win, Silva went on to knock out former UFC light-heavyweight champion Tito Ortiz before facing Jake Paul in a boxing match in 2022.
That night, he lost in a close decision after impressing early on against the YouTube star, who was over 20 years his junior. But Sonnen is confident of the victory, telling on their ESPN show Good Guy/Bad Guy: “You got the left han.