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LAS VEGAS, NV - MAY 23: Antonio "Big Foot" Silva works out for the media and fans during the UFC 146 Open Workouts at MGM Grand on May 23, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

Antonio Silva

TRAINING: I'm training everything because this is MMA, but my priority is my cardio and jiu-jitsu because I know I can reverse the position in case I'm on my back. I can also submit him.

Thoughts on opponent, Cain Velasquez? Cain Velasquez is a complete fighter with amazing cardio, but I think he is best at wrestling.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I made my pro debut in 2005.

What ranks and titles have you held? I was Cage Rage and Cage Warrior SHW champion, and Pro Elite Champion.

Do you have any heroes? Minotauro Nogueira

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No

What was your job before you started fighting? I was an armored car security guard.

Ranks in any martial arts styles: BJJ black belt

Favorite grappling technique: Arm triangle

Favorite Striking technique: Flying Knee