Georges St. Pierre’s list of challengers just got smaller as he has already beaten every top level fighter in the welterweight division. For 25 minutes, St. Pierre took Hardy down at will to a unanimous decision victory. If you look at the 170 pound division I don’t see much competition for GSP in the near future. So who’s next for the top 5 pound for pound fighter from Canada at welterweight?
Jon Fitch
Fitch focuses on out-grappling his opponent. Since many don’t consider him exciting, UFC brass may be less likely to grant him a title shot. Aside from being the best fight for St Pierre he has already best him and most fans do not want to see another lopsided fight.
Thiago Alves
Though Alves is set to undergo exploratory surgery, he could be back in action as early as UFC 114 this May in Las Vegas.There will be no rematch for a while. It may be 2 or 3 years if Alves fights and continues to win.
Paulo Thiago
Paulo Thiago is probably going to get the next shot at the title if he wins his next fight. He has a black belt in jiu-jitsu and in judo and has decent hands. Though Thiago could be just one or two solid wins away from deserving a match with St. Pierre, he’s not necessarily a fan favorite among American audiences.
Jake Shields
Many hardcore fans want to see Jake Shields fight St. Pierre.This is the fight everyone MMA fan wants to see. Shield’s is the best welterweight in the world besides St Pierre. He is better on the ground than GSP is and holds a black belt in jiu-jitsu under Cesar Gracie. He also has very good wrestling and was a 2 time All American wrestler.
If there is a guy that will beat The champ it is the Strikeforce champion.
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