GSP Returns to UFC

Incase you haven’t heard a fan favorite in the sport of MMA has announced his return to the main stage. George St. Pierre has announced that he will be making a come back to UFC after rumors have been circulating about a multiple fight deal that was drawn up for his return. His first fight back is not forecasted to be an easy one for the former champion, as he is scheduled to face of against Michael Bisping for the title of the UFC’s Middleweight division. It is note worthy to mention that GSP has never fought in this heavier weight class. GSP has had one of the most recognizable records in the sport’s history with twenty-five wins and two loses, both loses were avenged later in his career against Matt Hughes and Matt Serra. GSP’s last fight was in November of 2013 where he defended his Welterweight title against Johnny Hendricks in Las Vegas. Many MMA fans are anxiously awaiting the return of this beloved champion with high hopes for a new and further improved GSP under the limelight.

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Jones vs Gustafsson II Likely For UFC 177 In August

With Anderson Silva sidelined with an injury and Georges St. Pierre taking time away from the sport, the biggest fight the UFC could make is Jon Jones vs Alexander Gustafsson II. It now appears we have a date for the highly anticipated rematch. ESPN’s Brett Okamoto was the first to report that the UFC has targeted August 30th in Las Vegas for the rematch.

According to UFC co-owner Lorenzo Fertitta, only Gustafsson has agreed to the bout so far. Fertitta did say he expects Jones to agree to the fight in the next few weeks.

Gustafsson (16-2) lost a close decision to Jones (20-1) at UFC 165 in September. Both fighters are coming off impressive victories. Gustafsson knocked out Jimi Manuwa on March 8th in a bout in London. While Jones is coming off a one-sided victory over Glover Teixeira at UFC 172.

FEATURED FIGHTER: GEORGES ST PIERRE

ALIAS: “RUSH” or “GSP”

DIVISION: WELTERWEIGHT (170 LBS)

WINS: 24

LOSSES: 2

LAST FIGHT: UFC 158

NATIONALITY: FRENCH CANADIAN

ACHIEVEMENTS: CURRENT WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPION ( 1st Title Gained 2006 Against Matt Hughes. Lost Title in 2007 to Matt Serra. Regained Title in 2008 Against Matt Serra.)

STYLES: BOXING, MUAY THAI, BJJ (BLACK BELT), KYOKUSHIN KARATE (3RD DAN/DEGREE BLACK BELT), GAIDOJUTSU ( BLACK BELT), SHIDOKAN (BLACK BELT)

ABOUT: Georges St-Pierre, a French-speaking Quebecer, was born on May 19, 1981 in Saint-Isidore, Quebec, to Roland and Pauline St-Pierre. St-Pierre had a difficult childhood, attending a school where others would steal his clothes and money. He started learning Kyokushin karate at age seven from his father and later from a Kyokushin Karate Master to defend himself against a school bully. He took up wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu after his karate teacher died (at this point he also trained in boxing). Before turning pro as a mixed-martial artist, St-Pierre worked as a bouncer at a Montreal night club in the South Shore called Fuzzy Brossard and as a garbageman for six months to pay for his school fees. (SOURCE WIKI)

MMA CORNER NOTE: This man is a TRUE champion. His skill and athleticism in the octagon mirror his humble and reserved nature in life. GSP is a great ambassador for the sport of MMA and embodies the stuff of legends. This man has gained the respect and admiration of fans all over the world regardless of race, religion, or political affiliation. In my mind he is not just an MMA Champion, but one of the world as well. With eight consecutive title defenses, the MMA world is at the edge of it’s seat and eagerly waiting on GSP’s next exciting performance. 

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