About UFC 234: Adesanya vs. Silva

"UFC 234: Adesanya vs. Silva" is an exciting mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) that aired on February 10, 2019. The event was originally scheduled to be headlined by a Middleweight Championship match between Robert Whittaker and Kelvin Gastelum. However, Whittaker was forced to pull out of the fight due to a hernia and was replaced by Anderson Silva. This led to a thrilling main event match between rising star Israel Adesanya and legendary fighter Anderson Silva.

Making / Production

The fight was held at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Australia, and was broadcasted live worldwide. Despite the last-minute change to the main event, the UFC production team handled the situation seamlessly, ensuring a smooth event for both the fighters and the viewers. The event was widely marketed, offering a blend of veteran prowess with Silva and exciting new talent with Adesanya.

Actors

• Israel Adesanya: Played himself, showcasing great technique and skill in the octagon. His performance was impactful, and his high-speed strikes showcased his professionalism and precision.
• Anderson Silva: The legendary fighter played himself and although past his prime, showcased his classic fighting style and skills, earning him the respect of fans worldwide.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The original main event was supposed to be Robert Whittaker vs. Kelvin Gastelum.
• Despite the change of opponent, the event sold out in just eight minutes.
• It marked Anderson Silva's return to the sport of MMA after a two-year absence.

Awards

While there are no traditional awards handed out for performances in UFC events, both fighters earned the "Fight of the Night" honors for their exciting bout, gaining them additional monetary bonuses.

Quotes

• “I’m very happy guys, thank you God" - Anderson Silva
• "This is like, if I'm playing basketball, to play against Michael Jordan - this is it for me" - Israel Adesanya

Music, Soundtrack

• While there's no specific soundtrack for the event, each fighter walked out to their chosen entrance music which added to the atmosphere of the event.
• Israel Adesanya walked out to "Paradise" by Not3s while Anderson Silva chose his classic walkout song - "No Sunshine" by DMX.