Best fights of Antônio Silva

Over 18 years as a professional, Antônio Silva has compiled a 19-15 (17) record, including five title fights. Here are his best fights.

1. 1. Antônio Silva KOs Alistair Overeem

   On February 2, 2013 Antônio Silva faced Alistair Overeem in a heavyweight bout. Silva was 33 years old with a record of 17-4, and Overeem was 32 with a record of 36-11. Silva was coming off a win and Overeem was on a 8-fight winning streak. Silva stopped Alistair Overeem via KO in the 3rd round.

2. 2. Antônio Silva KOs Travis Browne

   On October 5, 2012 Antônio Silva faced Travis Browne in a heavyweight bout. Silva was 33 years old with a record of 16-4, and Browne was 30 with a record of 13-0-1. Silva was on a 2-fight losing streak, while Browne was on an undefeated 3-fight winning streak. Silva stopped Travis Browne via TKO in the 1st round.

3. 3. Antônio Silva KOs Yoshihiro Nakao

   On January 4, 2009 Antônio Silva faced Yoshihiro Nakao in a heavyweight bout. Silva was 29 years old with a record of 11-1, and Nakao was 36 with a record of 7-1. Silva was on a 4-fight winning streak and Nakao was on a 2-fight winning streak. Silva stopped Yoshihiro Nakao via TKO in the 1st round.

4. 4. Antônio Silva KOs Justin Eilers

   On July 26, 2008 Antônio Silva fought Justin Eilers for the vacant EliteXC and Elite XC heavyweight titles. Silva was 28 years old with a record of 10-1, and Eilers was 30 with a record of 19-6-1. Both Silva and Eilers were on a 3-fight winning streak. Silva stopped Justin Eilers via TKO in the 2nd round. Won the vacant titles.