UFC 69: St. Pierre-Sanchez?

by MMAmania.com on Dec 26, 2006 12:12 AM EST in UFC News

It looks like Santa may grant one of my 2006 Christmas wishes.

UFC Welterweight Champion Georges St. Pierre (13-1) might fight undefeated contender Diego Sanchez (17-0) at UFC 69 in Montreal, Canada, according to MMAWeekly.com.

Lately, the usually reliable Web site has been driving us nuts with its future match up rumors. But, on the heels of recent statements from Matt Hughes, this seems to be the dream showdown we can expect on April 7.

And man, I'm drooling over the possibility.

Both studs — who would be only 25 years old at fight time in 2007 — are the future of a stacked 170-pound UFC class. It's a rivalry that could span years (God willing) and spark fantastic fireworks.

Former nine-time champ Matt Hughes (40-5) was Dana White's first choice to face St. Pierre in a championship rubber match. But, the UFC president had to backtrack on his statement after Hughes intimated he wanted a little more time before getting back in the Octagon with "Rush."

Enter "Nightmare."

After an impressive victory over super talented Karo Parisyan (16-4) at UFC Fight Night 6 and a highlight reel stoppage of Joe Riggs (25-9) at UFC Fight Night at Miramar, Sanchez is primed for a title shot.

In his post-Miramar fight interview, however, Sanchez made it clear that he would prefer to fight Hughes before he retires, as well as work on refining some elements of his game prior to locking horns with the current champ.

It looks like he may now get his shot at the belt sooner than expected.

And we have no doubt that he'll be ready.

What a great fight this will be ... even if it doesn't happen at UFC 69.

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Its too soon for Diego. There are plenty of great fights for him before he faces G.S.P. Neither one are going anywhere so let him mature to his best.

by Tommy on Dec 29, 2006 4:42 PM EST reply actions

I totally agree Tommy. Diego is a little overrated IMO. I want to see him fight Hughes and see how he deals with his first loss. I don’t think he’ll take it very well.

by Bo on Jan 6, 2007 10:09 PM EST reply actions

Diego would destroy Hughes either standing up or on the ground. Diego is the real deal and has proven it time and time again to you haters.

by Sal on Jan 19, 2007 5:41 PM EST reply actions

Sal have you done your homework? Diego has only fought b rated fighters and had to have the judges score for some of them. He is too cocky for his own good. When he knocked Joe Riggs out he thought he was the King of the World. Joe Riggs is only a blue belt and a b rated fighter. DIego has not even had any real competition yet. He better just retire with an undefeated record because it’s going to get real bad real quick.

by Tyler on Feb 26, 2007 2:40 PM EST reply actions

TYLER I THINK YOU NEED TO DO YOUR HOMEWORK !!!! DIEGO HAS FOUGHT WELL ROUNDED FIGHTERS & KICKED BUTT. DIEGO HAS SKILL & A BIG “HEART”.HE KNOWS WHAT HE WANTS & HE GOES FOR IT.“DIEGO STAY SEXY & KEEP KICKING BUTT”.

by HEATHER on Mar 7, 2007 10:16 PM EST reply actions