MMA World Rankings (Updated 5-14-2011)

UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre cemented his legacy as one of the greatest MMA fighters of all time at UFC 129. There are some that would disagree with that statement, but St-Pierre’s extensive resume speaks for itself. Bare in mind, the Fr…

UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre cemented his legacy as one of the greatest MMA fighters of all time at UFC 129.

There are some that would disagree with that statement, but St-Pierre’s extensive resume speaks for itself.

Bare in mind, the French Canadian fought the majority of the bout with one eye, but all of the credit for that injury and a tough fight goes to pound-for-pound standout Jake Shields.

In the co-main event of UFC 129, featherweight champion Jose Aldo successfully defended his UFC title for the first time against Mark Hominick.

Most expected Aldo to dominate and net the quick KO finish, but Hominick proved to be a formidable challenge for the Black House student in a bout that earned honors for fight of the night.

Lyoto Machida was also featured on the stacked card, and with one swift kick, he managed to retain his position as a top five light heavyweight.

These rankings rely heavily on quality of competition and defeating previously ranked opponents. They are not based on possibilities––such as fighter A would beat fighter B.

 

(SportsHaze.com)

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