Bruno Silva (fighter)

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Bruno Silva
BornBruno Arruda da Silva[1]
(1989-07-13) July 13, 1989 (age 32)
Cajazeiras, Paraíba, Brazil
Other namesBlindado
NationalityBrazilian
Height6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Weight185 lb (84 kg; 13 st 3 lb)
DivisionMiddleweight
Reach74.0 in (188 cm)
TeamEvolução Thai (2014–present)[2]
RankBlack belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu[3]
Years active2010–present
Mixed martial arts record
Total29
Wins22
By knockout19
By decision3
Losses7
By submission5
By decision1
By disqualification1
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Bruno Arruda da Silva[1] (born July 13, 1989) is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who competes in the Middleweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Background[]

Silva started training in 2009 and after three months, he had his first fight. At first, it was out of curiosity because in the interior of Paraíba there was not much of a fighting culture, but after three months of training, Silva lost his father and fighting was a therapy.[4]

Mixed martial arts career[]

Early career[]

Upon turning pro in 2010 up until 2012, Silva went just 6-5 in 11 contests. Silva racked up a record of 9–5 in Brazilian regional circuit before trying out for The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil 3 in 2013. “Blindado” then rattled off 14 wins in his last 16 outings. Silva lived in the northeast of Brazil, in a very small city that had no MMA structure, having to work in other professions. Silva credited his turn around to dedicating himself to his athletic career after 2012.[5]

The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil[]

He passed the tryouts, advancing to the preliminary round where he however was knockout out by Vitor Miranda, and was eliminated from the season.[6]

Russian circuit[]

After TUF tryouts Silva amassed seven more wins with one loss, and signed with Russian Cagefighting Championship. He made his promotional debut against Gennadiy Kovalev at RCC 2 on February 24, 2018. He won the fight via first-round knockout.

He then signed with M-1 Global and made his promotional debut against Alexander Shlemenko at M-1 Challenge 93 – Shlemenko vs. Silva on June 1, 2018. He won the fight via first round knockout.[7]

The win lined him up for a fight against Artem Frolov for the M-1 Global Middleweight Championship which took place at M-1 Challenge 98 - Frolov vs. Silva on November 2, 2018.[8] He claimed the championship via fourth-round technical knockout.[9]

Ultimate Fighting Championship[]

In May 2019 it was announced that Silva had signed with the UFC. He was scheduled to replace injured Markus Perez against Deron Winn on June 22, 2019 at UFC Fight Night 154.[10] On June 16, it was reported that Silva was forced to pull out of the contest due to a potential anti-doping violation by USADA and was replaced by returning veteran Eric Spicely.[11] In January 2020, news surfaced that Silva was suspended for two years for testing positive for boldenone, but at the time USADA did not confirm the news due to pending hearing.[12] Ultimately in late June 2020, USADA announced the suspension, stating Silva would be eligible to return to competition after June 14, 2021.[13]

Ultimately, Silva made his promotional debut against Wellington Turman at UFC on ESPN 25 on June 19, 2021.[14] Silva won the fight via first-round knockout.[15]

In the sophomore appearance Silva faced Andrew Sanchez at UFC Fight Night 195 on October 16, 2021.[16] He won the fight via technical knockout in round three.[17] This win earned him the Performance of the Night award.[18]

Silva next faced Jordan Wright at UFC 269 on December 11, 2021.[19] He won the fight via TKO in the first round.[20] The win also earned Silva his second consecutive Performance of the Night bonus award.[21]

Silva faced Alex Pereira on March 12, 2022 at UFC Fight Night 203.[22] Silva got outstruck for all three rounds and lost the fight via unanimous decision.[23]

Personal life[]

Silva and his fiancée have a daughter, Laura (born 2020).[24]

Championships and accomplishments[]

Mixed martial arts record[]

Professional record breakdown
29 matches 22 wins 7 losses
By knockout 19 0
By submission 0 5
By decision 3 1
By disqualification 0 1
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Loss 22–7 Alex Pereira Decision (unanimous) UFC Fight Night: Santos vs. Ankalaev March 12, 2022 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 22–6 Jordan Wright TKO (punches) UFC 269 December 11, 2021 1 1:28 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Performance of the Night.
Win 21–6 Andrew Sanchez TKO (punches) UFC Fight Night: Ladd vs. Dumont October 16, 2021 3 2:35 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Performance of the Night.
Win 20–6 Wellington Turman KO (punches) UFC on ESPN: The Korean Zombie vs. Ige June 19, 2021 1 4:45 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 19–6 Artem Frolov TKO (punches) M-1 Challenge 98: Frolov vs. Silva November 2, 2018 4 3:36 Chelyabinsk, Russia Won the M-1 Middleweight Championship.
Win 18–6 Alexander Shlemenko KO (punches) M-1 Challenge 93: Shlemenko vs. Silva June 1, 2018 1 2:54 Chelyabinsk, Russia
Win 17–6 Gennadiy Kovalev KO (knee) RCC 2 February 24, 2018 1 4:10 Chelyabinsk, Russia
Win 16–6 Matheus Mussato TKO (punches) Katana Fight 4 November 25, 2017 1 1:10 Colombo, Brazil
Loss 15–6 Moise Rimbon Submission (kimura) Phoenix FC 1 December 10, 2016 2 4:12 Zouk Mikael, Lebanon
Win 15–5 Tiago Varejão Decision (unanimous) Imortal FC 4 May 21, 2016 3 5:00 São José dos Pinhais, Brazil
Win 14–5 Flavio Magon Decision (unanimous) Imortal FC 2 December 13, 2015 3 5:00 São José dos Pinhais, Brazil
Win 13–5 Rodrigo Carlos KO (punches) Aspera FC 24 September 12, 2015 1 1:56 São José, Brazil
Win 12–5 Fabio Aguiar TKO (punches) Iron Fight Combat 8 June 6, 2015 2 3:09 Feira de Santana, Brazil
Win 11–5 Alex Junius TKO Curitiba Fight Pro 3 March 7, 2015 1 4:59 Curitiba, Brazil
Win 10–5 José de Batista Neto TKO (punches) The Hill Fighters 3 September 20, 2014 1 1:29 Bento Gonçalves, Brazil Catchweight (196 lb) bout.
Win 9–5 Douglas Almeida KO (punches) Crajubar Fight 2 July 6, 2013 1 3:16 Juazeiro do Norte, Brazil
Win 8–5 Cássio de Oliveira KO (punches) 1 2:39
Win 7–5 Janio da Silva Dantas TKO (punches) Crajubar Fight March 30, 2013 1 2:50 Juazeiro do Norte, Brazil
Win 6–5 Savio Montenegro TKO (punches) Xoperia Fight 2 September 22, 2012 1 3:27 Crato, Brazil
Loss 5–5 Cássio de Oliveira Submission (heel hook) Carpina Fighting Championship 2 June 2, 2012 1 3:52 Carpina, Brazil
Loss 5–4 Felipe Dantas Submission (arm-triangle choke) Paradise Fighting RN March 10, 2012 1 1:36 Canguaretama, Brazil
Win 5–3 Thiago Buarque TKO (punches) Campina Show Fight 3 October 27, 2011 2 4:12 Campina Grande, Brazil
Win 4–3 Felipe Kezen Decision (split) Camaragibe Fight Championship August 23, 2011 3 5:00 Camaragibe, Brazil
Loss 3–3 Savio Montenegro DQ (illegal upkick) Ceara Fighters Championship 2 July 8, 2011 3 2:39 Juazeiro do Norte, Brazil
Win 3–2 Eduardo Mahal KO (punches) Campina Show Fight 2 April 1, 2011 2 2:13 Campina Grande, Brazil
Loss 2–2 Isac Almeida Submission (arm-triangle choke) Desafio Fighter 5 February 25, 2011 1 2:51 Cajazeiras, Brazil
Win 2–1 Alisson Moura TKO (Punches) Desafio Fighter 4 December 11, 2010 1 4:02 Ipaumirim, Brazil
Loss 1–1 Rodrigo Carlos Submission (rear-naked choke) Desafio Fighter 3 July 24, 2010 1 2:50 Sousa, Brazil
Win 1–0 Junior Pitbull TKO (knee injury) Champions Night 14 June 5, 2010 2 2:55 Fortaleza, Brazil Middleweight debut.

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See also[]

References[]

  1. ^ a b Mixed martial arts show results Date: October 16, 2021
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  4. ^ "Bruno Silva | UFC". www.ufc.com. 2021-02-19. Retrieved 2021-12-11.
  5. ^ Trul, Ryan (2021-07-29). "UFC Middleweight Bruno Silva Interview: "Fighting for Legacy"". MyMMANews.com. Retrieved 2021-12-11.
  6. ^ Eduardo Martell (March 16, 2014). "TUF Brazil 3: Episode 2 Recap". Ultimate Fighting Championship.
  7. ^ Alexander K. Lee (June 1, 2018). "Video: Bruno Silva knocks out Alexander Shlemenko in round one at M-1 show". mmafighting.com.
  8. ^ Eric Kowal. "M-1 Challenge middleweight champion Artem Frolov defends vs. Bruno Blindado Silva". mymmanews.com.
  9. ^ Eric Kowal. "M-1 Challenge Middleweight Champion Bruno Silva signs with UFC". mymmanews.com.
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  11. ^ "Eric Spicely Takes Short-Notice Matchup vs. Deron Winn at UFC Greenville". m.sherdog.com. Retrieved 2020-05-05.
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  13. ^ Damon Martin (June 22, 2020). "Bruno Silva suspended two years after independent arbitrator upholds USADA sanction". mmafighting.com.
  14. ^ Cruz, Guilherme (6 March 2021). "Bruno Silva set to make octagon debut against Wellington Turman at June 19 UFC event". MMA Fighting. Retrieved 7 March 2021.
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