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Leslie Smith talks GSP vs. De La Hoya & Ali Act, says St-Pierre ‘should have stuck with union organizing effort’

Back in 2016 several high profile UFC fighters made a move that looked like it could really shake up the future of the UFC. Spearheaded by none other than legendary welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre, the MMA Athletes Association claimed support from the likes of Cain Velasquez, Donald Cerrone, TJ Dillashaw, and Tim Kennedy.

“Every time we fight, we’re afraid,” GSP explained during a conference call announcing the MMAAA’s formation to the media. “This is a different fight. I know a lot of us are afraid. It’s time to step up, do the right thing.”

“I know a lot of fighters want to remain anonymous.