Thiago Silva discusses his past life in the favelas of Brazil

Last night he knocked out Feijao Cavalcante, and has been a mainstay in the UFC light heavyweight division for years, but did you know Thiago Silva used to live in the favelas of Brazil? It’s true. In honor of his  win last night, here is Thiago discussing a little bit of his back story. Interesting stuff.

 

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