Anderson Silva confirms no knockouts allowed in exhibition boxing match against Chael Sonnen

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In a recent boxing exhibition match in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen faced criticism for their lack of aggression throughout the five rounds. Silva clarified in an interview that the exhibition had restrictions, with no knockouts permitted and no official winner declared. However, both fighters had their hands raised at the end of the match according to Geyza Caryny, the president of the National Boxing Council Brazil.

Silva expressed his contentment with the exhibition, stating that it surpassed his expectations. He was pleased to share the experience with his son, Kalyl Silva. The fighter mentioned his intention to return to Bahia to train with boxing coach Luiz Dorea for an upcoming non-exhibition boxing match in Dubai. Details of the Dubai match are still under wraps and being negotiated privately. Silva viewed the event as an important challenge in his career.

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