Tag: Erick

Rory MacDonald or Erick Silva: Who Is the Better UFC Prospect?

With a first-round submission win at UFC on FX 3 over wrestling powerhouse Charlie Brenneman, Erick Silva cemented his status as one of the best up-and-coming fighters in all of MMA and threw his hat into the Octagon for consideration as a future UFC w…

With a first-round submission win at UFC on FX 3 over wrestling powerhouse Charlie Brenneman, Erick Silva cemented his status as one of the best up-and-coming fighters in all of MMA and threw his hat into the Octagon for consideration as a future UFC welterweight champion. While there are few that would question Silva’s status […]

UFC on FX 3: Why Erick Silva Will Destroy Charlie Brenneman

Rising welterweight prospect Erick Silva will enter this evening’s bout the heavy favorite over veteran Charlie Brenneman. The Brazilian up-and-comer has had an impressive rise into the UFC ranks, finishing his opponents in 10 of his 13 victories…

Rising welterweight prospect Erick Silva will enter this evening’s bout the heavy favorite over veteran Charlie Brenneman. The Brazilian up-and-comer has had an impressive rise into the UFC ranks, finishing his opponents in 10 of his 13 victories. Silva’s debut at UFC 134 showcased his vicious ability to end fights, defeating Luis Ramos just 40 […]

UFC on FX 3: Questions We Have About Erick Silva

Erick Silva may be one of the premiere prospects in the welterweight division, yet the viability of his overall MMA game in the UFC remains a mystery. His UFC performances have been impressive and one-sided, but we haven’t seen his full range of …

Erick Silva may be one of the premiere prospects in the welterweight division, yet the viability of his overall MMA game in the UFC remains a mystery. His UFC performances have been impressive and one-sided, but we haven’t seen his full range of skills. In fact, our perception of Silva is very limited: His bouts […]

UFC on FX 3: Erick Silva and the 7 Best Prospects in the WW Division

The welterweight division is a shark tank in the UFC right now, with a mixture of established veterans, up-and-coming stars and promising prospects all clawing for position in the division. There are a number of intriguing prospects in the welterweight…

The welterweight division is a shark tank in the UFC right now, with a mixture of established veterans, up-and-coming stars and promising prospects all clawing for position in the division. There are a number of intriguing prospects in the welterweight the division that have the opportunity to be big names with the division, as their […]

UFC on FX 3: Is Erick Silva the Next Brazilian UFC Champion?

Erick Silva will attempt to get back to winning ways when he throws hands with Charlie Brenneman at UFC on FX 3, and thus continue his ascension up the welterweight ranks. However, any notions of Silva being the next Brazilian to hold a coveted UFC bel…

Erick Silva will attempt to get back to winning ways when he throws hands with Charlie Brenneman at UFC on FX 3, and thus continue his ascension up the welterweight ranks. However, any notions of Silva being the next Brazilian to hold a coveted UFC belt should be firmly squashed, as that honor belongs solely […]

Charlie Brenneman Talks Erick Silva, Pros vs. Joes and More

Losing can change an individual for better or for worse. In the UFC, losing can either cause a fighter to throw in the white towel or provide added motivation. Enter Charlie Brenneman. After shocking the world in his unanimous decision victory over Ric…

Losing can change an individual for better or for worse. In the UFC, losing can either cause a fighter to throw in the white towel or provide added motivation. Enter Charlie Brenneman. After shocking the world in his unanimous decision victory over Rick Story, Brenneman found himself on the receiving end of a vicious head […]