Former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva shared his thoughts on his upcoming boxing rules fight against popular blogger Jake Paul, which will take place on the night of October 30 in Glendale (USA).
I always try to do my best because I love fighting and my job. I'm going to do my best to give something to the next generation. People always ask me, 'Are you sure you want to fight Jake Paul? He's beaten a lot of UFC fighters." I say, "Yeah, I think I'm ready for that. He's younger than me, but I'm a superhero.
Anderson Silva
Silva had his last fight by boxing rules against American Tito Ortiz. In this confrontation, the Brazilian fighter won by knockout in the first round.
Paul's last time in the ring was against former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley. This fight ended with Jake winning by knockout in the sixth round.