For eternity! Anderson Silva rules out retirement after boxing match against Weidman.

Anderson focused during training. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/spiderandersonsilva

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Anderson Silva is 50 years old, but he still feels like a kid in combat sports. So much so that the MMA legend is back in action. On November 14th, in Miami (USA), the Brazilian will face Chris Weidman for the third time in his career, now in boxing, and the classic will be broadcast live on Netflix. And those who think the trilogy will mark the retirement of the UFC Hall of Famer are mistaken.

On the contrary, in an interview with the YouTube channel 'The Ariel Helwani Show', Anderson made it clear that he will continue to compete and that he doesn't even think about hanging up his gloves. It's true that when 'Most Valuable Promotions' announced the Brazilian's return to the ring, many were shocked, as they understood that his farewell to combat sports had taken place in the trilogy against Chael Sonnen at 'Spaten Fight Night' in 2024.

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However, Anderson explained that the fight in São Paulo, which ended in a draw, was his farewell to fighting on Brazilian soil, not the end of his career. Excited to compete again and brimming with youthful energy and health, the MMA legend assures that he will continue fighting because doing what he loves makes him feel alive. And, to that end, Silva points out that his fighting sons play an essential role.

“No, man, come on. Definitely not. It’s a tough question because I feel like I can do this forever. I’ll keep doing this. As long as God gives me everything I have, my energy, my healthy body, I’ll keep doing it. I have my business, a different job, but I keep doing something I love. My motivation is my family, my children. Kalil and Gabriel encourage me a lot every day. I keep training with them and I feel like I can do one or two more high-level fights. That’s my biggest motivation. God gave me everything I have. I’m healthy and very happy to keep doing something I love,” said the MMA legend.

Anderson at a disadvantage

Historically, Anderson Silva doesn't have fond memories of Chris Weidman . In the UFC, the Brazilian faced the wrestler twice and came out worse.

In 2013, as the dominant middleweight champion (up to 83,9 kg), 'Spider' was soundly knocked out by the American in the second round, a result that shocked the world. In the rematch, held that same year, the MMA legend fractured his leg after low-kicking 'The All-American.' Now, Anderson hopes to secure the first victory over Weidman in their boxing trilogy.

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