RICH FRANKLIN
6' 1 "
185 Lbs.
Age: 31
Record: 22-1-0
From: Cincinnati, Ohio


World Middleweight Champion, Rich Franklin, sits alone atop the middleweight division. His last bout was a 5-round domination of David Loiseau. That bout saw Franklin injure both hands and his foot, sidelining him for many months. After recovering from surgery in March, Franklin is back to defend his title again.

His challenger on October 14 is perhaps his toughest challenge yet - top Brazilian striker, Anderson Silva.

ANDERSON SILVA
6' 3 "
185 Lbs.
Age: 31
Record: 15-4-0
From: Curitiba, Brazil

Anderson "Spider" Silva is arguably one of the greatest strikers ever to fight in the UFC. In his debut at Ultimate Fight Night in June, Silva destroyed The Ultimate Fighter star, Chris Leben in just 49 seconds. Silva presents an interesting style matchup for Franklin, and looks to be the most dangerous opponent yet for Franklin.

But, does Anderson Silva have what it takes to snatch the belt from the reigning champion?