Anderson Silva vs Chael Sonnen
Anderson Silva vs Chael Sonnen: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen?
Silva fought Chael Sonnen in 2008, with Sonnen submitting Silva via arm-triangle choke in the first round.
Anderson Silva
Key numbers
- Wins34
- Losses11
- Knockouts23
- Submissions3
- Decisions8
Top honours
- UFC Middleweight Champion2006-2013
- Pride World Welterweight Champion2006
- Record for longest title reign in UFC history2,457 days
- Most wins in UFC Middleweight division34
- Most title defenses in UFC Middleweight division10
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Chael Sonnen
Chael Sonnen is a leading contemporary in the sport — head-to-head meetings with this athlete are among the most closely followed in the era.