Michael Bisping vs Wanderlei Silva — Fight recap

Wanderlei Silva defeated Michael Bisping by unanimous decision after three rounds on February 20, 2010, with referee Josh Rosenthal overseeing the bout. Silva landed 42 significant strikes compared to Bisping's 32, though both fighters operated at similar striking percentages in the low-to-mid 20s.

Bisping attempted more takedowns, successfully landing five of nine attempts for a 55% rate, while Silva converted his sole takedown attempt and maintained slightly more control time at 1:00 versus Bisping's 0:42. Silva's leg strike volume proved decisive, connecting on 22 of 33 attempts, establishing a clearer striking pattern throughout the contest.

The judges awarded Silva all three rounds, reflecting his superior output and octagon control despite Bisping's grappling activity. This victory reinforced Silva's standing as a top middleweight contender during a competitive era in the division.