Despite securing three consecutive Performance of the Night bonuses and maintaining a winning streak, flyweight fighter Bruno Silva remains unranked as he prepares to clash with Cody Durden at the UFC APEX this Saturday during the prelims of UFC Fight Night: Lemos vs Jandiroba.
Training alongside former two-division champion Henry Cejudo, Silva made waves in 2021 with knockout victories over JP Buys and Victor Rodriguez within a ten-week period, earning bonuses and raising his profile in the 125-pound division. However, a nearly two-year break slowed his momentum until his return last March, where he achieved a submission win over Tyson Nam, marking his third consecutive victory and bonus.
After over a year away from the Octagon, Silva is set to return, bringing his formidable knockout power and impressive submission skills to face Durden, a fighter known for his durable, wrestling-heavy approach and relentless cardio. Durden, who has found his footing in the UFC with a series of victories before a recent setback against Tagir Ulanbekov, poses a significant challenge with his grinding style.
A victory for Silva could finally place him in the Top 15, opening doors to higher-profile bouts, assuming he can maintain activity in the cage.
Catch all the action of UFC Fight Night: Lemos vs Jandiroba, including Silva vs Durden on the prelims, live from Las Vegas. The prelims begin at 5pm ET/2pm PT, followed by the main card at 8pm ET/5pm PT on ESPN & ESPN+.
Don't miss out as these fighters vie for ranking and recognition in the fiercely competitive flyweight division.