The confrontation between the legendary Brazilian ex-middle division champion of the UFC and the American blogger is scheduled for October 29 in Phoenix.
“I don't think Jake can last three rounds against Silva. But it will be a great fight because Paul is training hard.
Jake thinks Anderson's age will matter? He's in for a big surprise because Silva takes this sport very seriously," Ortiz said on the Chattin Pony podcast.
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It is worth recalling that Ortiz is familiar with Silva's boxing abilities firsthand - in September last year, the Brazilian knocked him out in the first round.