Two figures who shaped mixed martial arts in the 2010s will step into the boxing ring on December 19 as Tyron Woodley faces Anderson Silva on the undercard of Jake Paul versus Anthony Joshua. The bout marks a significant moment for both former UFC champions, streaming live on Netflix from the Kaseya Center in Miami.
Tyron Woodley and Anderson Silva’s December Collision
Woodley, the 43-year-old former welterweight champion, accepted the fight on short notice after Chris Weidman withdrew due to injury. Silva, who turned 50 this year, brings three professional boxing matches to his record after departing the UFC.