Anderson Silva and Anthony Joshua shared a warm first meeting after both scored knockout victories on Friday.
Joshua headlined the event with a stoppage win over Jake Paul, while Silva impressed with a knockout of Tyron Woodley.
The two champions crossed paths backstage while heading to separate post-fight interviews.
Despite spending the week at the same venue, it was their first proper interaction.
Joshua praised Silva’s character as well as his fighting career.
Silva appeared moved and thanked him, joking briefly about his glasses.
The exchange ended with laughter and mutual congratulations.
Joshua now plans a February fight before a future bout with Tyson Fury.
Silva, meanwhile, hopes to pursue a boxing trilogy against Chris Weidman.
