UFC 314: Bryce Mitchell vs. Jean Silva: Live round-by-round updates
A featherweight clash between Bryce Mitchell and Jean Silva will go down later this evening (April 12) on the main card of UFC 314 at the Kaseya Center in Miami.
Mitchell (17-2) is one of the most polarizing stars in the whole of MMA. While his flat Earth beliefs and eccentric persona have both attracted fans and haters, his recent controversial take on a WW II German dictator has landed 'Thug Nasty' under tremendous public scrutiny.
Regardless, the 30-year-old is one of the best grapplers in the division and boasts wins against the likes of Dan Ige and Edson Barboza among others.
Silva (15-2) has made sure to cash in on the fan backlash against Mithcell during the build-up of the fight. From personal taunts during the pre-fight presser, to fiery verbal tirades at the weigh-ins, there is true bad blood between the fighters.
With 12 knockout wins to his name 'Lord' is a credible threat on the feet. Seeing as Mitchell has had a history of struggling against power punchers like Josh Emmett and Ilia Topuria, many doubt if 'Thug Nasty' would be able to survive Silva's onslaught.
'Lord' will enter the octagon as a -278 favorite, with Mitchell as a +225 underdog. The main card of UFC 314 is now live. Stick with Sportskeeda for live coverage and play-by-play updates from the fight card.
Check out the final face-off between the two fighters below:
UFC 314: Bryce Mitchell vs. Jean Silva
Round 1
Silva invites Mitchell to engage. 'Thug Nasty' is using kicks to maintain distance. A spinning wheel kick barely misses for Silva. 'Lord' seems like he is looking for a chance to unload a haymaker.
Mitchell is employing multiple front leg side kicks and leg kicks to disrupt his opponent's rhythm. A 1-2 lands for Silva. The leg kick seems to be adding up for Mitchell.
'Thug Nasty' shoots for a takedown, but Silva defends it. A straight right-hand lands for Mitchell, but soon after he gets pushed back with a sidekick.
Mitchell shoots for a takedown in desperation and Silva locks in a guillotine. 'Thug Nasty' slips out of it. As the pair gets back to their feet Silva locks in a ninja choke but fails to secure it.
Our score: 10-9 Silva. Silva 10-9 overall.
Round 2
A clean right hand drops Mitchell. 'Lord' lets him back up. Mitchell shoots for a takedown but fails to complete it. 'Thug Nasty' once again tries for a level change but, the Brazilian once again defends it. A good left-hand lands for Silva on the break.
A left hand followed by a step in elbow lands for Silva. The American's takedown attempts are finding no effect on 'Lord'. Mitchell seems like he is fading. A leaping teep kick, followed by a left and lands for Silva.
'Lord' locks in a ninja choke choke as Mitchell engages in a flurry. Mitchell taps out. Silva is the victor.
Official result: Jean Silva def. Bryce Mitchell via submission. (Ninja choke 3:52 of Round 2)
Check out Jean Silva celebrate his UFC 314 win below: