In the world of professional boxing, clashes of legacy and ambition often serve as the most intriguing narratives. As we eagerly await the Misfits 009 card, a rather unexpected debut has caught the spotlight. It is the matchup between Ben ‘the Bane’ Davis and Gabriel Silva. One of the names might not be familiar to you, but let that not dampen your enthusiasm for the fight—legacy vs. amateur talent will be on display this September.
Misfits recently announced their full card for the upcoming bout, featuring several famous matchups. However, the fight between Davis and Silva has garnered the most attention, the reason being it will feature the son of famed MMA fighter Anderson Silva. Yes, in case you were wondering, Gabriel Silva is the son of ‘The Spider.’ Fans can’t contain themselves and have flocked online to share their thoughts.
Fans react to Ben Davis vs. Gabriel Silva fights
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Ben Davis is a MMA media personality and small-time YouTuber who is relatively new to the world of MMA, having only started his professional career recently. His most recent competitive appearance was in the world of grappling, where he faced Brad Boulton, the President of CFFC, during Fury Pro Grappling 7. Following that, this will be his second professional fight.
As for Silva, he’s a relative newcomer to the professional fighting scene, having entered the arena in 2019 and currently holds a 1-0 record. His most recent opponent Angelo Thompson sported a lackluster 0-6 record, a recurring theme in boxing where up-and-coming talents often seek to solidify their standing. Prior to turning professional. The announcement of Davis versus Silva sparked a social media frenzy, with fans, pundits, and enthusiasts passionately sharing their diverse views, setting the stage for an electrifying showdown.
One of the fans asked Davis about what he was doing.
Uh… dude. What are you doing?!
— 𝙹𝚘𝚎𝙼𝚊𝚖𝚊𝙼𝙼𝙰 (@JoJoG_2003) August 30, 2023
Another fan stated that he would be wrecked in his fight against Silva.
Hahahaha you’re gonna get wrecked.
— 𝙜ͭ𝙧ͪ𝙖ͤ𝙫𝙚𝙮ˢʰᵒʷ (@graveyworld) August 30, 2023
Moreover, another fan sarcastically reminded Davis that he was chugging beer with Schaub two weeks ago.
Bro you were crushing beer cans like 2 weeks ago with Shaub, how long was your fight camp?! 😂😂😂
— Andrés Gutiérrez 🇻🇪 (@AEGRO_84) August 30, 2023
Another fan stated that he is only excited to witness Davis’s fight happening.
I’m only excited for you and master oogway. Undercard are carrying 009 imo
— sir circumcision (@rizztarded420) August 30, 2023
Another fan expressed that the fight is happening too soon since he won’t be able to watch it as he is not in the town.
Why is it so soon?! If it was a week later I could have became a Baniac and attended live in the flesh
— Kyle (@bulliedb170) August 30, 2023
Furthermore, a fan stated that he would like to watch more fighting specifically including the kids of MMA legends.
My man! I gotta see this! Maybe your thing could be fighting the kids of MMA legends. After this…Amanda Nunes’ daughter!
— Rory Karpf (@RoryKarpf) August 30, 2023
Last but not least, a fan praised and applauded Davis for his courage.
You got more balls then most. Respect dude.
— 2022 fantasy champion 🏆 (@ImJustAustin01) August 30, 2023
It can be inferred from the fans’ reactions that they are excited about the match that is about to unfold. Most of the fans are praising Davis for his courage since he has fought only once in his life and lost that, too; Whereas Silva has some prior experience in kickboxing. However, there are some fans who have doubts about Davis as a fighter.
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Gabriel Silva’s experience as a fighter
Gabriel Silva as a fighter has his own moments of glory and defeats. He has fought only once as a professional boxer that too against Angelo Thompson who was on his losing streak of 6-0. However, his record as an amateur fighter in kickboxing is as strong as metal. He fought five times in his amateur career and has won all of his fights excluding one.
Silva debuted as a Muay Thai fighter back in 2019, his first fight taking place against Nick Navarro whom he defeated in the second round through technical knockout. Since then he has fought multiple times as an amateur fighter. His fights as an amateur fighter include his fight against Dennis Kovalev which he won through a split decision, Christian Williams which he won through a barrage of punches, and his fight against Vincent Familiari which he ultimately lost by TKO.
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While Silva’s path diverges from that of his legendary MMA parent; facing an opponent with nothing to lose, as Davis represents, promises to be a formidable challenge. Silva is set to test his mettle against Davis this September at X Series 009, an event slated for Newcastle, England. The headline bout will feature Idris Virgo squaring off against Aaron Chalmers, and fans worldwide can tune in to witness the action unfold via live streaming on DAZN.
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