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Anderson Silva Fight Revealed by Georges St-Pierre

2026-06-24 · Anderson Silva · Player Focus

Anderson Silva's proposed superfight with Georges St-Pierre never happened, but St-Pierre has now shed light on what went down backstage.

St-Pierre was only asked once by Dana and Lorenzo Fertitta to move up and face Silva, and he responded with three conditions.

St-Pierre wanted better compensation for the fight, as he would have to change his training and try to get bigger to compete against Silva.

The fight would have been a significant challenge for both fighters, with Silva's size and striking ability making him a formidable opponent.

St-Pierre also wanted the fight to be at a catchweight, as Silva had previously fought at 170lb in Pride, and he wanted to be able to return to his normal weight class after the fight.

St-Pierre claims he never denied the appeal, but he wanted the risk managed financially, competitively, and medically, and the UFC never got back to him.

The failed superfight is still a topic of discussion in the MMA community, with both Silva and St-Pierre considered among the greatest of all time.

St-Pierre's conditions for the fight included drug testing, which he felt was necessary given the risks involved in competing against a larger opponent.

The UFC's failure to meet St-Pierre's conditions meant that the fight never came to fruition, leaving fans to wonder what could have been.

St-Pierre's revelations provide a fascinating glimpse into the behind-the-scenes negotiations that took place, and highlight the complexities involved in setting up a superfight between two of the sport's biggest stars.

Anderson Silva's legacy continues to be felt in the MMA world, with his record-breaking title reign and devastating striking ability making him a legend of the sport.

St-Pierre's decision to reveal the details of the failed superfight has sparked renewed interest in the possibility of a fight between the two legends, although it remains to be seen whether it will ever happen.

The MMA community continues to debate the merits of a potential fight between Silva and St-Pierre, with some arguing that it would be a dream matchup, while others believe that it would be a mismatch.

Regardless of whether the fight ever takes place, the legend of Anderson Silva continues to grow, with his name becoming synonymous with excellence in the MMA world.

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