Kamaru Usman discusses greatest welterweight debate with St-Pierre comparison
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026
Kamaru Usman shared his thoughts on the debate surrounding the greatest of all time in MMA during his "Pound 4 Pound" podcast with Henry Cejudo. He asserted that while Georges St-Pierre is seen as the greatest welterweight, he believes he could have defeated St-Pierre in his prime. Usman emphasized that comparing fighters across different eras is challenging, as each generation brings unique skills and styles to the sport. His comments come in light of a recent discussion about Petr Yan's standing in the bantamweight GOAT conversation after his title defense at UFC 333.
- •Usman believes he could beat St-Pierre in his prime.
- •Comparisons across generations are difficult, per Usman.
- •Petr Yan is now considered in the GOAT discussion following UFC 333.
- •Usman had five consecutive title defenses in the UFC.
- •St-Pierre is regarded as the greatest welterweight by many.
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — Kamaru Usman says in his prime, he beats St-Pierre: 'It's greatest of your time'
"Kamaru Usman explains why it's impossible to determine the greatest of all time.
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