Check out the co-main event of UFC on FX 3, with Erick Silva vs. Charlie Brenneman fight video highlights, brought to you by FOX Sports. Silva and Brenneman met on June 8, 2012 at the BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise, Florida, in a premier welterweight clash.
With yet another decisive win, the 27-year-old Silva proved he can complete in the upper half of the UFC's welterweight division. Catch the video highlights below.
Check out more on Erick Silva vs. Charlie Brenneman with play-by-play from MMA Fighting, SB Nation's home for mixed martial arts.
Round 1: Brenneman shoots immediately and Silva drills him with a hard knee, sending a message. Silva throws a spin kick and Brenneman tries to catch it and take him down. Brenneman takes him down, but Silva threatens with a foot lock and they're back standing. Brenneman comes forward again and eats a knee but scores the takedown. Silva shows good athleticism getting back up. Silva isn't slowing down in the least despite knowing Brenneman is coming. He sprawls on another takedown, gets Brenneman's back and quickly locks in the rear naked choke.
UFC on FX 3 results: Erick Silva def. Charlie Brenneman via rear naked choke submission, Rd. 1 (4:33)