“Nobody is invincible,” Georges St-Pierre gives honest thoughts on Islam Makhachev’s reign as UFC lightweight champion

UFC veteran Georges St-Pierre speaks his mind on UFC champion Islam Makhachev.

“Nobody is invincible,” Georges St-Pierre gives honest thoughts on Islam Makhachev’s reign as UFC lightweight champion

Georges St-Pierre speaks his mind on Islam Makhachev ( Image source: L/R- Getty Images )

After facing accusations of arrogance from fans, lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has received a blunt wake-up call from Georges St-Pierre. The former UFC champion, known for his own impressive career, believes that Makhachev’s undefeated reign will soon come to an end.

Islam Makhachev is the top contender in one of the most competitive divisions in the UFC. After defeating Charles Oliveira to become the champion, Makhachev made his first successful title defense against Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 284. St-Pierre suggests that he may have some formidable challengers waiting in the wings. It’s not just the Dagestani’s undeniable talent that could pose a threat to his reign, but also his perceived arrogance.

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Makhachev has been on an incredible 12-fight winning streak, rapidly rising through the ranks and convincingly defeating his opponents. The 31-year-old Dagestani relies heavily on his exceptional grappling skills. Known to be a master of his craft, Makhachev’s grappling has played a pivotal role in his rapid ascent. However, St-Pierre and others believe that Makhachev’s recent comments about his opponents may indicate a dangerous level of complacency. Now, GSP has decided to confront the champion with a harsh reality.

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During a recent media appearance ahead of UFC 290, GSP was asked to share his thoughts on Makhachev’s abilities and future prospects. St-Pierre praised Makhachev’s incredible skill set and acknowledged his status as a deserving champion. But he also issued a cautionary reminder about the unpredictability of the fight game.

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Georges St-Pierre speaks on the highly competitive nature of Islam Makhachev’s division

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St-Pierre expressed, “His skill sets are amazing. I mean, he’s a champion for a reason.” “But nobody is invincible,” he continued. ” Everybody can lose. Everybody can make a mistake.”

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Furthermore, the former UFC champion highlighted the highly competitive nature of the lightweight division. Throughout its history, the division has witnessed intense rivalries and showcased promising contenders. St-Pierre remarked, “There’s a lot of competition in this weight class… is very competitive, so I’m interested to see who is going to go up against next.”

As of now, there’s no official word on when Islam Makhachev will make his return to the Octagon. However, St-Pierre’s comments serve as a stark reminder that complacency and overconfidence can be detrimental, even for the most accomplished fighters. Makhachev would do well to heed these words of caution as he navigates the fiercely competitive lightweight division and seeks to solidify his status as the reigning champion.

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