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GSP backstage at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
One of the most important figures in the history of MMA, Georges St Pierre He made his mark as a fighter and now continues to play a prominent role as a commentator. In fact, the Canadian, former UFC champion and member of the company's Hall of Fame, gave his opinion on the current situation of... Kamaru Usman, who returned to competition this season after taking a break in 2023. For GSP, the Nigerian needs to think carefully about his next step.
In an interview with digital influencer Adin Ross, the MMA legend advised Usman to retire on a high note in the UFC. It's worth noting that the Nigerian, before returning to the octagon in June, had lost three fights in a row, meaning he was experiencing the worst moment of his career. Furthermore, since the former welterweight king (up to 77,1 kg) is 38 years old, an advanced age to compete, many urged him to stop fighting, fearing a fourth consecutive defeat.
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However, Usman surprised everyone and, on his return, dominated the dangerous Joaquin buckleyNow, the athlete is close to competing for the category title again at the request of the champion himself. Islam makhachevAware of the current situation, GSP stressed that the Nigerian should seize the opportunity, a kind of second chance, to end his MMA career on a positive note, not in a bad phase.
“I was talking to Usman. He’s nearing 40 and I said, ‘I’ve been through this. Are you going to compete again?’ He replied, ‘Yes, I’m going to try one more race.’ I responded, ‘Want some advice? Do what you have to do, but come out on top.’ I really like him and that would be the icing on the cake. When you’re a fighter and you come out on top, as champion, of course, you have the impression that you lost money. ‘I could have done another one, one more…’ That’s our ego talking. The same thing happened to me. Let’s say I took it to the limit and retired with a three-fight losing streak. Time catches up with everyone, no matter who you are,” GSP told digital influencer Adin Ross.
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Georges St PierreRush, 44, is known as one of the greatest and best MMA fighters in history. The Canadian began his career in the sport in 2002 and fought his last fight in 2017. In the UFC, 'Rush' was champion in the welterweight and middleweight divisions (up to 83,9 kg) and was inducted into the company's Hall of Fame.
In his career, GSP built a record of 26 wins and two losses. His main triumphs were against B.J. Penn (twice), Carlos Condit, Jake Shields, John hendricks, Jon Fitch, Josh koscheck (twice), Matt hugs (twice), Michael Bisping, Nick Diaz, Among others.
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