Biography
Wanderlei CΓ©sar da Silva is a Brazilian former mixed martial artist who competed in Japan's Pride Fighting Championships and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He holds the record for the most wins, knockouts, title defenses and longest winning streak in PRIDE history. He is the former PRIDE Middleweight Champion and the 2003 PRIDE Middleweight Grand Prix Tournament Champion. He most recently competed for Bellator MMA in the light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions. In February 2024, Silva was announced as the next inductee in the "pioneer wing" of the UFC Hall of Fame.
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Career Analysis
Wanderlei Silva has compiled a professional record of 35-14-1 across 51 bouts. With 27 victories coming by stoppage, Silva carries a 77% knockout rate β marking them as one of the most dangerous finishers in the division.
Representing Brazil on the world stage, Silva competes in the 185 lb division. They remain active and looking for their next fight.