Let’s call a spade a spade: few fans and analysts have been impressed with two-time UFC champion BJ Penn in his past four fights.
He lost the lightweight title to Frankie Edgar at UFC 112, and while the decision was controversial, “The Answer” soundly beat “The Prodigy” in the rematch at UFC 118.
From there, Penn took just 20 seconds to knock out Matt Hughes in their rubber match.
A win is a win, but at 37 years old, it was obvious coming in that Hughes was no longer one of the most dominant welterweights of all time.
Most recently, Penn fought to a draw with Jon Fitch at UFC 127; a fight Penn was winning through two rounds but then got absolutely dominated in the third and final round.
So with all that in mind, why would anyone endorse a trilogy with Georges St-Pierre?
The reigning welterweight champion has seemed untouchable for years now, while Penn seems to be slowing down at least a little bit.
Here are five reasons why this fight still not only makes sense, but is also worth watching.