MMA Guru: "2 losses in one night" - MMA Guru reacts to Wanderlei Silva getting knocked out in chaotic post-fight brawl

Wanderlei Silva has been in the news lately for unfortunate reasons. His return to the ring in Sao Paulo ended in chaos after an exhibition boxing match against Acelino Freitas.

Silva was disqualified in the fourth round for repeated headbutts that sparked a post-fight melee when both camps stormed the ring. In the scuffle, Silva was struck unconscious, reportedly by Freitas’ son, Rafael, leaving him with a fractured nose and stitches.

Popular combat sports content creator, MMA Guru, questioned on X why Silva continues to compete at this stage of his life:

"How embarrassing to see Wanderlei Silva doing this sh*t at his old a** age. Slept out cold in a post-fight brawl by some random tuxedo-wearing security guard. 2 losses in one night."

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MMA Guru reacts to Wanderlei Silva brawl. [Screenshot courtesy: @THATBOYMMAGURU on X]

Fabricio Werdum, who worked Silva’s corner, confirmed that it was Rafael Freitas who struck Silva during the brawl. Brazilian media reported Silva sustained a broken nose and needed stitches before being released from the hospital following precautionary exams.

Several other fighters reacted to the viral moment. UFC middleweight contender Caio Borralho saw it as a setback in stature and the erosion of the reputation of professional MMA fighters. He believes that the incident makes it difficult for fighters to secure sponsorships with reputable brands in Brazil.

Wanderlei Silva gives health update after chaotic brawl knockout

Wanderlei Silva released a brief statement seeking to clarify his condition and response to the chaos. He described ongoing dizziness and persistent headaches that have not let up since the incident.

He also noted swelling around his right eye and difficulty seeing clearly. Speaking in a video statement posted on Instagram, Silva said:

"I’m not feeling well. I have a lot of dizziness and a headache that just won’t go away. My right eye is swollen shut and very bruised. I will undergo more detailed exams this week to determine whether there is more serious head trauma. I fear that during my career, I have suffered traumatic brain injury and am noticing symptoms common with TBI and CTE, including depression, mood swings, and irritability. I suffer from sleep apnea and have difficulty sleeping and breathing."

He posted another video update and captioned the post:

"Yesterday, in my fight, I received a few warnings during the fight and in the 4th round, I ended up getting disqualified. There was widespread confusion in the ring afterwards. At that moment, while I was just trying to protect my son and calm the situation, I was cowardly attacked, leading me to need medical attention. I want to reassure everyone: I'm fine and still being monitored."

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