Anderson Silva vs. Woodley Odds, Live Stream and KO, Judges' Scorecards Predictions

Former UFC champions Anderson Silva and Tyron Woodley will partake in the sweet science on Friday night. The MMA stars will meet each other in a six-round boxing match on the undercard of Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua on Netflix.

The two have a connected history with boxing and Jake Paul. Woodley was one of the influencers first in-ring rivalries. They fought twice in 2021 before The Problem Child met The Spider in 2022.

Now, they'll both look to get back into boxing to put on a show and seek redemption on the main card.

Here's a look at all you need to know heading into the fight along with a preview and prediction.

Fight Odds, Schedule and Scorecard Prediction

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Tyron Woodley

When: Friday, December 19 at 8 p.m. ET

Where: Kaseya Center, Miami Florida

Live Stream: Netflix

Tickets: Vivid Seats

Odds: Silva -275 ($275 bet to win $100); Woodley +210 ($100 bet wins $210)

Prediction: Silva via unanimous decision (59-55 x2, 58-56)

Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook

Preview

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Anderson Silva

Originally, this bout was supposed to be the final chapter of a great MMA rivalry. Chris Weidman—a man who beat Silva twice in the UFC—was to meet The Spider for a third time in the boxing ring.

Weidman pulled out of the fight with an injury and Woodley stepped in his place.

"I believe that change always happens for a reason," Silva said, per Andreas Hale of ESPN. "I am focused on doing a good job. Always respecting my opponent and showing total respect to the boxing world."

It's an opportunity for Woodley to win his first fight since 2018 and his first in boxing. T-Wood was a decorated wrestler whose MMA style eventually became predicated on his wrestling defense and killer power.

He's had a rough time adapting that style to boxing, though. Much of his set up as a striker came from the fact that opponents had to respect his wrestling. His two fights against Paul worked to show The Problem Child's growth than they did Woodley's evolution.

That's going to make it tough for him to overcome a challenge like Silva. The Spider's precise counter-striking style was always better suited for a transition to boxing. He's among the greatest of all time when it comes to timing and that counts for a lot.

There's still age to consider. Silva doesn't look anything like the man who ruled the UFC middleweight division at 50 years old. There's a chance his output fades as the fight wears on.

But that should only ensure that Woodley doesn't get shut out in the fight. This matchup still significantly favors Silva.