Major news has hit the MMA clothing scene today with the announcement that Anderson Silva has signed a sponsorship deal with Nike Brazil. As the popularity of Mixed Martial Arts continues to grow on a global level, word of Nike’s endorsement deal with the “Spider” has surfaced just in time for his upcoming title defense against Yushin Okami at UFC 134 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on August 27, 2011. In the days leading up to the Silva sponsorship announcement, a viral video clip was also leaked online featuring a silent Silva reenacting a staredown while sporting the Nike Swoosh on his shirt. For a closer look, check out the Anderson Silva Nike “Staredown” commercial, in addition to the screenshot below.
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