Anderson Silva vs Lee Murray — Fight recap

Anderson Silva defeated Lee Murray by unanimous decision over three rounds on September 11, 2004, in a striking-heavy matchup that showcased Silva's superior output and accuracy. Silva landed 53 of 78 significant strikes (67%) while Murray managed just 6 of 37 (16%), a stark disparity that defined the bout.

Silva also secured three takedowns at 60% efficiency and scored a knockdown, controlling the fight's tempo despite Murray's perfect 1-for-1 takedown conversion. Silva's striking was distributed effectively across the body, with 25 of 27 leg strikes and 23 of 46 head strikes finding their mark, while Murray struggled to generate offensive momentum throughout.

The lopsided striking differential and Silva's wrestling success gave all three judges clear scorecards in his favor. This dominant performance reinforced Silva's status as a rising middleweight threat with well-rounded skills.