UFC 101: Declaration

UFC 101: Declaration was a mixed martial arts event held by the Ultimate Fighting Championship on August 8, 2009, at the Wachovia Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The event was headlined by a light heavyweight bout between UFC Hall of Famer Forrest Griffin and the reigning UFC Middleweight Champion Anderson Silva, and a lightweight championship bout featuring champion B.J. Penn defending his title against Kenny Florian. The event showcased a stacked card with notable performances and significant title defenses.

As a live sporting event, critical reception is typically focused on the quality of the fights and the organization of the event. UFC 101 was generally well-received by fans and media for its high-profile matchups and exciting finishes, particularly the dominant performance by Anderson Silva.

• Praised for featuring two highly anticipated title fights.
• Anderson Silva's dominant performance against Forrest Griffin was a major highlight.
• The event delivered exciting action and memorable knockouts.

Google audience: Audience reviews for UFC events like UFC 101 typically focus on the excitement of the fights, the skill of the athletes, and the overall entertainment value. The event was generally viewed as a success by fans.

This event marked Anderson Silva's record-setting sixth consecutive title defense in the UFC Middleweight division, surpassing Matt Hughes' previous record.