Did Anderson Silva fight Nate Diaz?
After a classic war, the match went to the judges’ decision. Silva won the fight via. unanimous decision to mark his comeback with a bang. Diaz put on another classical ‘Diaz’ performance, but was unable to come away with the victory, in his comeback fight after almost 2 years.
Why was Silva vs Diaz a no contest?
One of the most memorable was between Anderson Silva and Nick Diaz in 2015. While Silva won the fight by unanimous decision, the result was overturned to no contest when it was found that he tested positive for two drugs, while Diaz tested positive for marijuana.
Who won between Nate Diaz and Anderson Silva?
Former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva triumphantly returned from a 13-month layoff due to a horrific leg injury to earn a unanimous decision victory over Nick Diaz in the main event of UFC 183 at MGM Grand on Saturday.
Is Nick Diaz a good fighter?
Diaz isn’t great because he wins fights, though he’s done that often in his career—26 times if you’re the kind who enjoys counting coup. Diaz doesn’t believe in taking a backwards step when throwing fists. In modern mixed martial arts, that makes him more than an anachronism. He’s, comparatively, downright barbaric.
How old is Anderson Silva?
46 years (April 14, 1975)
Anderson Silva/Age
Who is the greatest UFC fights of all time?
The Best UFC Fights Ever
- Royce Gracie vs. Ken Shamrock. UFC 1 (1993)
- Roger Huerta vs. Clay Guida, TUF 6 Final (2007)
- Dan Henderson vs. Michael Bisping. UFC 100 (2009)
- Brock Lesnar vs. Shane Carwin.
- Diego Sanchez vs. Martin Kampmann.
- Frankie Edgar vs. Tyson Griffin,
- Randy Couture vs. Tim Sylvia.
- Georges St. Pierre vs.
Why are the Diaz brothers so popular?
The Diaz brothers are beloved because of their fearless attitude. They have always been able willing to fight anyone, often including UFC management. That’s led to long stretches of inactivity. In Nick’s case, it’s been a semi-retirement.
Who has the best UFC record?
Top 10 MMA pound-for-pound fighter rankings
- Jon Jones (UFC, 26-1, 1 NC) Jon “Bones” Jones last fought on Feb.
- Kamaru Usman (UFC, 19-1)
- Francis Ngannou (UFC, 16-3)
- Israel Adesanya (UFC, 20-1)
- Alexander Volkanovski (UFC, 22-1)
- Dustin Poirier (UFC, 28-6, 1 no contest)
- Stipe Miocic (UFC, 20-4)
- Jan Blachowicz (UFC, 28-8)
Who was the winner of UFC 183 Diaz vs Silva?
UFC 183: Silva vs. Diaz was a mixed martial arts event held on January 31, 2015, at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event was headlined by a middleweight bout between former UFC Middleweight champion Anderson Silva and former WEC & Strikeforce Welterweight champion Nick Diaz.
When does Anderson Silva and Nick Diaz fight?
UFC Minute host Lisa Foiles runs down all the need to know news for today, Monday, January 26. Anderson Silva returns to the Octagon this weekend at UFC 183, where he’ll be met by the formidable Nick Diaz. Anderson Silva sat down with UFC.com during the week of “The Time Is Now.”
How did Anderson Silva react to the decision?
Diaz walked around the perimeter of the cage holding his hands above his head. When the decision was read revealing Silva the winner by unanimous decision, Silva was overcome with emotion. “This is a very important moment for me, a very important moment for my whole family, for all the Brazilians,” said Silva following the win.
How did Nick Diaz do in the UFC?
Diaz stayed in the fight, landing to the body and catching Silva with combinations. He was successful in delivering strikes while in the clinch. But as the rounds wore on, Diaz’ face began showing the damage that he was taking. Silva opened up a cut above and below Diaz’ left eye.