Anderson Silva still believes he could make a comeback, doesn’t rule out title shot

Less than one month away from turning 43, former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva does not think about retirement. During an interview with Globo Esporte, Silva mentioned his UFC contract is still active and he did not rule out fighting for the middleweight title in the future.

“I’m happy with everything that I’ve conquered,” Silva said. “Nothing is forever. I still have my UFC contract and I’m very happy with it. Only time will tell what’s next. I’m feeling well, I train everyday, I’m a healthy guy. Waiting is all there is to it. I’m still alive in the division and there may be a chance to fight for the title again.”

However, Silva realizes his chances of getting a crack at the belt right now are slim, so he cheers for fellow Brazilian Ronaldo Souza to achieve the dream.

“The championship is something I’ve been through, it’s not news for me anymore,” Silva said. “I think Jacare more than deserves it, he’s worthy of that title. When you don’t own the ball you have to play along the ball owner’s rules. You have to wait. I hope he can achieve the dream.”

Anderson Silva snapped a five-fight winless streak that lasted from 2013 to 2016 when he defeated Derek Brunson in his last outing, at UFC 208 in February 2017. During that time he lost to the likes of Chris Weidman, Daniel Cormier and Michael Bisping, while his 2015 unanimous decision win over Nick Diaz was overturned when he tested positive for banned substances. He is currently under a provisional USADA suspension after once again testing positive for multiple banned substances ahead of a November 2017 fight vs. Kelvin Gastelum.