ANDERSON SILVA

6'3"
185 Lbs.
Age: 32
Record: 18-4-0
From: Curitiba, Brazil

UFC Middleweight Champion, Anderson Silva is one of he most feared strikers in the world. He put the world on notice when he debuted in the UFC, knocking out brawler Chris Leben in under a minute. He followed that up with a first-round destruction of reigning champion, Rich Franklin. He showed his grappling skills in his last bout when he submitted jiu-jitsu standout, Travis Lutter, proving he can finish the fight either standing or on the ground.

NATE MARQUARDT

6' 1 "
185 Lbs.
Age: 28
Record: 28-6-1
From: Denver, Colorado USA

Nate Marquardt is one of the most experienced fighters competing in the sport of mixed martial arts, having fought nearly 40 professional fights all around the world. He is undefeated in the Octagon with victories over Ivan Salaverry, Joe Doerksen, Crafton Wallace, and Dean Lister. Marquardt finally earned his well-deserved title shot, and he doesn't plan on wasting it. He plans on making a statement and add to the growing list of upsets in 2007.