GSP Dazzles, B-Hop Bores

The UFC 83 card was relatively uneventful, aside from the dominating performance put on by Georges St. Pierre. GSP's 3rd consecutive victory was just as impressive as his previous two. While Anderson Silva and Quinton Jackson can both make claim to the top pound for pound spot, it's difficult to argue that GSP is the best in the sport right now. I don't know what else is out there in the welterweight division right now. It appears Jon Fitch will be GSP's first title defense. Fitch is big, strong, and a good wrestler. It'll be a decent test for St. Pierre, but I can't see him walking away with anything less than than a 4th consecutive victory.

In the only other eventful moment of the night, TUF 6 winner Mac Danzig won his UFC debut over Mark Bocek. Danzig caught Bocek with a rear naked choke in round 3.


In other action Saturday night, Joe Calzaghe made his debut on American soil with a split decision victory over Bernard Hopkins, to capture the Light Heavyweight championship. The fight was horrendous, and I feel sorry for others that had to watch it. Hopkins is reaching John Ruiz status, as one of the world's most boring fighters. After 12 rounds of clinching, grappling, and the occasional sloppy flurry, scores were 113-114, 115-112, 116-111.

In usual B-Hop fashion he pretended to be shocked with the decision, and claimed to be the rightful winner. The only way justice will truly be served, is if the "Executioner" drops the axe on his career and calls it quits. Boxing fans should not be subjected to another 12 rounds of wrestling and dirty tactics.

Roy Jones Jr. seems to feel a fight with Calzaghe is a done deal and will happen before the year's end. While Jones is past his prime, Calzaghe vs. Jones will definitely be more aesthetically pleasing.

The Weekend Watch

It's a big sports weekend if you're a fan of fighting and hoops. The NBA Playoffs tip off on Saturday, and include two very intriguing matchups.

Phoenix @ San Antonio (Sat 3:00 ABC)
The Suns acquired Shaq for this exact scenario. It's the Big Aristotle vs. the Big Fundamental. Can O'Neal turn back the clock and cement his legacy as the most dominant big man of his era? Or, will Tim Duncan lead his team to the 2nd round and put the entire nation to sleep in the process?

Dallas @ New Orleans (Sat 7:00 ESPN)
The home team won in each of the 4 regular season meetings. This is another scenario where a trade decision will be tested. It's Jason Kidd matching up against Chris Paul (my MVP choice). Holding home court will be huge for the Hornets.

Bernard Hopkins vs. Joe Calzaghe (Sat 9:45 HBO)
Calzaghe vs. Hopkins provides us with the best Middleweight of this era and the best Super Middleweight. The catch? The fight's happening at Light Heavyweight. This favors Calzaghe, who is naturally the bigger man. If Hopkins doesn't have the power to hurt Joe, I expect the Welshman to pressure B-Hop all night and score a Unanimous Decision.

Georges St. Pierre vs. Matt Serra (Sat 10:00 PPV)
GSP has looked spectacular in his last two outings, which is no easy feat considering they were against Josh Koscheck and Matt Hughes. Serra caught Pierre in their first fight, but I just can't envision it happening again. GSP will dominate and all US MMA fans will have to endure weeks of gloating and "nut huggery".

Two extremely interesting fights. One is free, one costs $55 (and you could probably find a free download within hours following the event) . . . the decision is yours.

Denver @ Los Angeles (Sun 3:00 ABC)
Sunday is a little weak in the Playoff department. The only intriguing game is the 1 vs 8 matchup out west. Any team with Melo and AI is dangerous, but I don't see them being able to overcome the red hot Lakers. If Denver has upset plans, game one may be their best opportunity to steal one in Los Angeles. If the Nuggets can't pull off a win on the road, at least Melo will have a plethora of drinking spots to choose from. Iverson looks saint-like in Denver . . . who woulda thunk'it?

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