Ayman Zahabi confirmed in an interview with Ariel Helwani that Georges St-Pierre will be in his corner for his next fight. The presence of the MMA legend adds significant support to Zahabi's camp.
Welterweight contender Ayman Zahabi will have one of the sport's greatest champions standing behind him when he next steps into the Octagon, after confirming that Georges St-Pierre will serve as a cornerman at an upcoming UFC event.
Zahabi revealed the news in a conversation with journalist Ariel Helwani, making clear that the Hall of Fame welterweight will be present at cageside for the bout. The involvement of St-Pierre, who trains out of Tristar Gym in Montreal, signals a meaningful addition to Zahabi's corner team.
St-Pierre, now 45, retired with a record of 26 wins and just 2 losses, cementing a legacy as one of the most complete fighters in UFC history. The Canadian southpaw — fighting out of an orthodox stance at five-foot-eleven with a 76-inch reach — was renowned for his balanced skill set, averaging 4.16 takedowns per 15 minutes alongside a striking accuracy of 53 percent and 3.78 significant strikes landed per minute across his career.
Why it matters
- St-Pierre's technical expertise in wrestling, striking, and fight management brings elite-level guidance to Zahabi's corner
- The Tristar Gym connection ties Zahabi to one of Canada's most respected MMA training environments
- St-Pierre's presence could elevate the profile of Zahabi's next performance on a UFC card
