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Anderson Silva vs. Chris Weidman (UFC 162)

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Anderson Silva vs. Chris Weidman was a mixed martial arts event held on July 6, 2013, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. This highly anticipated bout marked the first title defense of Anderson Silva's Middleweight Championship reign against Chris Weidman, a formidable challenger with a reputation for his grappling skills. The event was part of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) 162, a pay-per-view (PPV) event that featured a stacked card with top-ranked fighters in various weight classes. The main event, Silva vs. Weidman, was a thrilling contest that saw Weidman emerge victorious, handing Silva his first loss in the UFC. Weidman's relentless pressure and takedown attempts eventually paid off, as he secured a devastating knockout in the second round. The victory marked a significant upset, as Silva was considered one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time, with a 17-fight win streak in the UFC. The event was a testament to the unpredictability of MMA and the potential for any fighter to pull off a stunning upset on any given night.