Could Rickson Gracie, with 2 months preparation for an MMA fight, beat Anderson Silva?

Question

Rickson is near 50, but his BJJ is of Master level. I do think Rickson could pull the upset of the milennium, because he has a 90 + % chance of getting to the clinch, and a takedown from their for most is imminent. I honestly believe Rickson would destroy Anderson Silva because his mental and physical conditioning is WAY above Silva's technical skill + mind. Rear naked choke 75 % chance, 20 % Armlock, and 5 % chance for triangle choke. Oh, and I figure Andersons chance to win would be about 8-5 in favor of Rickson.

Answer 1

MMA has evolved since Ricksons days, I think he is much to old to compete against Anderson. Anderson is still young, fast, and strong. He learns from every fight and improves with every performance.

So no I dont think Rickson could beat Anderson. Maybe in his prime, but who really knows?

It a decent hypothetical question, but it will never happen.

Answer 2

Yes. Silva isn't a good fighter; matter of fact, I know 5 people who would destroy him: Edson Berto, Kevin Randleman, Frank Shamrock, Rorion Gracie and Kimbo Slice.

Answer 3

No way. The person who will beat Anderson Silva doesn't exist.

Answer 4

Rickson in his prime could be the best ever. However he is past his prime now. I think he could be beaten by one of these young lions in 2 months or today.

Answer 5

the short anwser is yes,

rickson was a master ,

sure hes older now, but hes a lot wiser now ,

i see it going the full 5 rounds with ricksons bjj

blowing anderson away