The main event did not last long and the hype was true in this one. The heavyweights are known for classic knockouts and this one certainly lived up to those expectations. Andrei Arlovski came into Brazil and knocked out fan favorite Antonio “Bigfoot” Silva in the opening round.
Down below is the play by play from this fight:
Round 1: Here we go! Arlovski works the body of Silva early. Arlovski with a nice combo, but Silva answers with a right. Silva is starting to open up with his strikes. Arlovski with a big straight right that drops Silva and Arlovski finishes him on the ground. WOWWOW.
Result: Andrei Arlovski def. Antonio Bigfoot Silva by KO (punches) at 2:59, R1
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