Ep 1. Georges St-Pierre vs Matt Hughes UFC 65
- February 14, 2011
Georges St-Pierre is one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time, with a record of 26 wins and just 2 losses in his professional career. Throughout his career, he has faced some of the toughest fighters in the sport, including Matt Hughes.
In this episode of Best of Georges St-Pierre, we take a look back at the iconic UFC 65 bout between St-Pierre and Hughes. This was the second time the two fighters faced each other, with Hughes having won the previous bout.
Heading into the fight, St-Pierre was determined to come out on top. He had been training hard and was eager to prove that he was the better fighter. From the very beginning of the first round, it was clear that St-Pierre was the stronger fighter. He landed some devastating strikes, knocking Hughes down several times.
Hughes was clearly struggling, but he managed to hold on until the end of the round. In the second round, St-Pierre continued to dominate, landing more powerful strikes and utilizing his superior wrestling skills to keep Hughes on the ground.
Despite his best efforts, Hughes was unable to mount any offense, and St-Pierre continued to pound away at him. As the second round came to a close, it was clear that St-Pierre was well on his way to victory.
In the third round, St-Pierre continued to control the fight, keeping Hughes on the ground and landing more powerful strikes. Eventually, he was able to lock in a submission hold, and Hughes was forced to tap out.
This was a huge win for St-Pierre, and it proved beyond a doubt that he was one of the best fighters in the world. He went on to have many more successful fights in his career, but this victory over Hughes was one of the most significant.
Throughout this episode of Best of Georges St-Pierre, we see highlights from the fight, as well as interviews with St-Pierre and Hughes. We also hear from experts in the sport who offer their insights into the fight and what made St-Pierre such a dominant fighter.
Overall, this is a must-watch episode for any fan of mixed martial arts or Georges St-Pierre himself. It provides a fascinating look into one of the most epic fights in the history of the sport and offers a glimpse into what made St-Pierre such a formidable opponent.