Since we recently went back in time to celebrate one of Thiago Alves‘s past triumphs, it seems only right that we do the same for Georges St. Pierre as we build up to their title fight at UFC 100. At UFC 56 GSP met Sean Sherk, who had never been finished in his pro career. Looking back now it seems kind of absurd that he ever competed at welterweight; his reach is a hindrance even at 155. GSP not only outstruck him on the feet, but also just plain outwrestled him, much to Sherk’s surprise. It’s not quite as sexy as dropping an opponent with one big bomb, but it’s methodical and it’s dependable. Makes you wonder, will it be GSP’s wrestling ability that makes the difference against Alves, or will he have a harder time getting someone his own size down to the mat?
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…I think people are overlooking that Alves has just one inch of reach on Sherk.
one inch. That’s it. Yes, he’s got great mass, but his reach is going to be an albatross around his neck.
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