A lot of people don't consider [mixed martial arts] a real sport. But it's here; it's real. |
Conceptually, I'm in favor of more regulation. We go above and beyond what is required. |
He just stayed up every time. He had the respect of the gym. |
He'll take a loss or two along the way. But I see him going far in the 135 lb Division. |
He's good looking, talented, and has an awesome personality. From a marketing standpoint, he's a promoter's dream. |
I consider the fighters decathletes of combat sports. It's a mix sport and you need to wear many hats, and it demands you to be a very good athlete, not just a fighter. |
It's not really a point system. The judging is based upon aggression, control of the ring, and also attempts to finish. There isn't a punch or kick count, like karate or kick boxing. It's a big difference. |
We had sort of kidded about it. Then all of a sudden it was a reality. [Tyson] took it up and sort of did it on his own. |