Cesar Gracie Gives His Thoughts on Nick Diaz vs. Georges St-Pierre
Bleacher Report’s Mike Hodges:
While it hasn’t been officially made, the upcoming title bout between Georges St-Pierre and Nick Diaz at UFC 137 is generating a lot of discussion and interest from observers and fans within the mixed martial arts community; Cesar Gracie in particular.
The renowned coach, and head trainer of Nick Diaz, sat down with MiddleEasy.com, courtesy of LowKick.com, and gave his thoughts on the bout involving the two welterweights.
“Everbody that Strikeforce brought in, like the Paul Daley’s of the world and these really tough guys, Nick (Diaz) beat convincingly,” Gracie said.
Gracie also said that Diaz is a recognizable name, who fans can identify easily, and understands how beneficial it is for the Strikeforce welterweight champion to transition into the UFC in order to compete against the the top 170 lb fighters.
Gracie spoke highly of Diaz, mentioning that all of his fights are never boring. It is why fans have requested to see the Stockton, Calif. native challenge St-Pierre.
“The fans kind of demanded it,” he said.
“They want to see Nick (Diaz) versus the guys in the UFC; maybe Nick versus whoever, because there is never an unexciting, boring Nick (Diaz) fight.”
Gracie also explains the situation regarding Diaz’s teammate and Strikeforce lightweight champion, Gilbert Melendez, and his wishes to fight in the UFC, as well.