GSP vs Nick Diaz Officially Signed for UFC 158 in Montreal

[No More Sorrow]

GSP vs Nick Diaz will be taking place at UFC 158 in Montreal. Cesar Gracie confirmed with French Canadian news outlet La Press that the paperwork has indeed been signed.

Article translated from French Canadian outlet LaPress.ca


The mega fight Georges St-Pierre against Brazilian Anderson Silva will have to wait. The Quebecers will instead face in his next fight his nemesis, Nick Diaz, March 16 at the Bell Centre as part of UFC 158.


Press has learned that indeed this duel is in your pocket. The managers of both fighters confirmed Thursday they gave the green light to the deal. The UFC will make an announcement tomorrow night in Las Vegas, which will host the final of the 16th season of The Ultimate Fighter, which will assist the veteran Quebec.


By late evening, La Presse has joined manager Nick Diaz in California. Cesar Gracie took the time during the day to review the contract with the client.


“We signed it 20 minutes ago! he announced. I just sent a text message to Dana White [UFC president] saying that the fight was signed. And I’ll just send the contract by fax. “


“This is amazing, I’ve never been to Montreal before and I’m excited. Nick is also super excited, said Gracie. He expects this fight long and provides a good battle. “


“This will be the main fight” at UFC 158, has insisted Gracie, who made a point of honor to any negotiation.


“If Nick Diaz accepted this fight will be a formality for us, meanwhile said Thursday evening the manager of GSP, Rodolphe Beaulieu.George is happy with the idea of ​​fighting in Montreal, but he was ready to go anywhere to face Diaz. “






After winning his comeback fight on November 17th, poles were launched for Georges St-Pierre faces Anderson Silva in a mega fight. The Brazilian was open. But St-Pierre has expressed reservations about the weight difference, Silva UFC champion at 185 pounds, while Montrealers is 170 pounds.


The fight against Nick Diaz is clearly one wanted St-Pierre. The big boss of the UFC, Dana White, has also said this week that “George has personally requested the fight against Diaz.”

Until some bigger sites pick up on the news, I'd take this as a rumor for the time being. I think it's a done deal to be honest, but who knows right now. they're saying Dana is going to make the announcement tonight at the TUF 16 Finale so we'll have to wait and see.

 

[The Cork]

Great news, would of been better hyped if Nick actually won a fight to get his shot, but oh well.

Expecting GSP to bulldoze him in a one sided affair if I'm being honest. Diaz isn't smart enough to know his weaknesses and protect them.

 

[Deezy]

Stockton slap will only work if he has some takedown defense, but I doubt he knows anyone the calibre of a GSP who could mimmick him.

 

[Slim]

I'm just waiting for the next time GSP fights and it isn't in Canada.