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Chris Weidman lands egregious decision win over Bruno Silva after multiple eye pokes – UFC Atlantic City Highlights

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Former undisputed middleweight champion, Chris Weidman has turned in his first victory in over four years tonight on the main card of — turning in a unanimous decision win over Brazilian contender, Bruno Silva in an egregious stoppage — after landing a series of eye pokes during the finishing sequence.

Weidman, a former undisputed middleweight champion, made his return to the Octagon following a catastrophic leg fracture back in August of last year, suffering a decision loss to Brad Tavares after his brutal injury setback suffered in 2021.

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And tonight, snapping his two-fight losing run, Chris Weidman started well against Silva in the opening round, fighting aggressively before attempting to land multiple takedowns in the final goings of the frame.