Overview
- Marshall submitted Silva with a rear-naked choke at 2:29 of Round 1 on the prelims of UFC Fight Night 268 in Mexico City.
- After an early takedown, Marshall advanced to back control and sealed the choke to avoid leaving the result to the judges.
- The victory moves Marshall to 9-3 overall and 3-3 in the UFC, while Silva falls to 9-4 and 0-3 in the promotion.
- Marshall rebounds from a controversial split-decision defeat to Mairon Santos as Silva’s skid continues following a two-year layoff.
- In his post-fight interview with Michael Bisping, Marshall credited his corner, emphasized finishing fights, and thanked American Top Team.