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Gladiator or gimmick? Anderson snub epitomises Hundred's conflicted purpose


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Published in Sports and Competition on Thursday, March 13th 2025 at 11:46 GMT by ESPN   Print publication without navigation

  • Now that it has brought in the money, the upcoming Hundred season has missed a chance to begin the healing process

The article from MSN discusses the controversy surrounding Anderson Silva's participation in the "Hundreds" event, which aims to blend combat sports with entertainment in a unique format. Silva, a former UFC middleweight champion, was initially set to fight but was later snubbed, leading to debates about whether such events are genuine sports or mere spectacles. The event, organized by the Hundreds, seeks to redefine combat sports by incorporating elements like celebrity involvement and a more theatrical presentation, which has left fans and critics divided. Some view it as an innovative approach to engage new audiences, while others see it as diminishing the seriousness and integrity of traditional fighting sports. The article highlights the tension between maintaining the authenticity of combat sports and the push towards entertainment-driven formats, using Silva's situation as a focal point to explore these conflicting purposes.

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