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No UFC fights on file
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Nogueira and Sylvia met in a five-round heavyweight title fight at UFC 81 on Saturday, February 2. Nogueira is 34-10-1 overall and makes a UFC debut. Sylvia is 31-10 and makes a UFC debut. Nogueira gives up three inches of reach. Nogueira won by submission in round 3 at 1:28.
| Stat | Nogueira (UFC debut) | Sylvia (UFC debut) |
|---|---|---|
| Reach | 77" | 80" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |