Anderson Silva found success in the 205-pound division three times, but never fought for a title. Adesanya's appetite for success could lead him back to the division where new challenges await.

Silva represents a significant obstacle for Adesanya en route to what he believes is his destiny.

Israel Adesanya is closing ground on the legendary Anderson Silva as the greatest middleweight in MMA history. He's still in his prime and has an opportunity to add to his list of accomplishments.

Israel Adesanya is the only other middleweight in the UFC that approaches the greatness of the division's consensus GOAT, Anderson Silva.

Kamaru Usman says that Israel Adesanya should follow in the footsteps of Anderson Silva by only taking fun fights going forward ...

In the end, Israel Adesanya won the fight at UFC 234 on Saturday. But it's safe to say that Anderson Silva easily won the night. Silva (34-9, 1 NC), the 43-year-old legendary former champion ...

Israel Adesanya took one step closer to a middleweight title fight with a win over Anderson Silva at UFC 234.

UFC 234: Anderson Silva looks back at his five greatest moments ahead of Israel Adesanya fight Adesanya discusses the dilemma in front of him in facing his idol at UFC 234 ...

Israel Adesanya is closing ground on the legendary Anderson Silva as the greatest middleweight in MMA history. He's still in his prime and has an opportunity to add to his list of accomplishments.