1 definition by cchhrriiss.
A Brazilian Mixed Martial Arts fighter who fights in the UFC. He is currently Middle Weight Champion. Silva has also been ranked as the top pound-for-pound by Sherdog (the largest MMA website).
Silva has training in Muay Thai and Brazilian Ju-Jitsu. Silvas Nickname "The Spider" comes from his use of Muay Thai, a martial arts in where there are eight contact points of striking. These contact points include two hands, two elbows, two shins, and two knees, and Silva can be seen using these in his fights.
Silva has training in Muay Thai and Brazilian Ju-Jitsu. Silvas Nickname "The Spider" comes from his use of Muay Thai, a martial arts in where there are eight contact points of striking. These contact points include two hands, two elbows, two shins, and two knees, and Silva can be seen using these in his fights.
by cchhrriiss. June 17, 2009