"I think GSP fought a safe and predictable fight and I think Dan showed his resilience, but I feel he would of felt he could of done more while standingÂ… Koscheck's best bet is to just focus on this fight or it's gonna be a much quicker ending for him than even I could of hoped for. When I KO him, then he can springboard to wherever the fuck he wants, but it won't be a title shot," stated UFC welterweight contender Paul Daley as he shared his thoughts on teammate Dan Hardy's recent title challenge and his own upcoming clash with Josh Koscheck at UFC 113. Check it out!
PC: How is it going Paul?
PD: Things are going really well, thanks.
PC: While you were training for your last fight, the gym you were training at burned down. What's the status of the gym now?
PD: The gym has been rebuilt and is better than ever. We have our original team plus a whole range of new coaches. For more information, go to www.mikesgym.nl.
PC: Dan Hardy gave a valiant effort in his fight against Georges St-Pierre, but he came up short. What did you think of his efforts and the fight in general?
PD: I think GSP fought a safe and predictable fight and I think Dan showed his resilience, but I feel he would of felt he could of done more while standing.
PC: How is preparation going for your UFC 113 fight against Josh Koscheck?
PD: It's going really well. I've been training very focused and dediciated for this fight.
PC: You feel Carlos Condit bitched out of his fight with you. Do you still feel that way and are you past that fight or would you still like a chance to fight him?
PD: Why should I fight Carlos right now? I am working on a different path right now and Carlos does not figure in that. But when the time comes, he'll get what he would have gotten in the last scheduled fight; that is getting knocked out.
PC: Koscheck feels he should have been fighting GSP instead of Hardy. Now he's trying to use you as a springboard for a rematch with GSP, but I know you are no springboard for anyone.
PD: Koscheck's best bet is to just focus on this fight or it's gonna be a much quicker ending for him than even I could of hoped for. When I KO him, then he can springboard to whereever the fuck he wants, but it wont be a title shot.
PC: I think if you hit anyone solid, you can KO them. Koscheck has greatly improved hands, but do you feel he has one-punch knockout power like you have?
PD: Obviously he does not have the one-punch KO power I have, but he is game to trade more, so I don't think he has a solid chin. I have faith that I can be hit and return faster and harder if need be, but I don't plan on being hit.
PC: How much do you think the Hazelett fight put to rest the perception that any good grappler would just take you down and submit you?
PD: Not much as Hazelett didn't have great takedowns. I still have a lot to prove.
PC: Are you looking forward to fighting in Canada ? Is that one of the places you enjoy fighting?
PD: I enjoy a fight anywhere. I love the Canadian people though; real happy, friendly folk.
PC: Good luck against Koscheck my man. I'm sure we will be speaking before then. By the way, my man King Mo speaks very highly of you. Is there anything you want to say in closing?
PD: Shout out to King Mo! Thanks to all my supporters, sponsors, coaches, family, friends and fans.
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