The event is remembered for kicking off perhaps the greatest Championship reign in UFC history, as Anderson Silva defeated Rich Franklin to win the Middleweight Championship. Silva went on to record 10 successful title defenses and held the belt for 2,457 days, the longest reign in UFC history. His victory ushered in a new era for the UFC and made clear that the overall skill level at the Championship level had taken a significant step forward.
Canceled Fights
1 fight canceledCindy NgambaCANCELEDKirstie Bavington