“I don’t mean to be offensive in any way but I don’t feel that either of my last opponents were real challenges. With Marcus [Jones], I didn’t see sweeps coming from him. I knew that as soon as I touched his chin he’d sleep.”
“I didn’t expect much from (Kimbo Slice). He has a bigger record but his history of opponents (save Seth Petruzelli) was hardly challenging. I knew I was going to smash him.”
“I feel that Joey (Beltran) has a tremendous amount of heart and pretty good cardio. I think the best part of his game is his takedown defense, and that he seems to have some kind of power, but I can’t tell you how much power until he punches me. He’s also got strength in his chin.”
“I’m not trying to take anyone down. I respect (Joey Beltran), but I’m going to outclass him. I’d be really surprised if he could bully me around. Come next week, he’s going to experience grown man strength. I’ll be punching and kicking. When it comes to touching chins and having power, I think I’ll always have the upper hand. I believe in my hands. And I definitely believe in my shins. When I go for the inside of your leg, it’s going to land.”
“I think I’m already ready to test myself against some legit contenders.”
— Check out the full interview with Matt Mitrione at UFC.com.
Matt “Meat” Mitrione (2-0)
Win Kevin Ferguson – TKO (Punches) UFC 113
Win Marcus Jones – KO (Punches) TUF 10 Finale
Joey “Mexicutioner” Beltran (12-3)
Win Tim Hague – Decision (Unanimous) UFC 113
Win Rolles Gracie – TKO (Punches) UFC 109