Quotes from Kamaru Usman

One of the hardest parts of this game, and what I don't think people understand, is the mental side of it. They think, 'Oh, he's a big, stronger guy.' But let me tell you, and I believe this without question: It's not always the biggest, strongest, meanest, toughest-looking who gets the job done.

You don't have to be outlandish and saying crazy things and get out of yourself to get headlines or attention.

I'm a good, upstanding guy with moral values and core values.

I love to study people, and that's basically what sociology is.

I believe that I'm not just a fighter in this game; I love to study the sport. And in studying the sport, I believe I have a good eye for the sport, and I'm able to talk about the sport.

Once you sign a contract that states that you're going to have to fight this other man for a substantial amount of money, things change psychologically.

One thing about me is that my parents didn't force me to be an athlete.

Fans want to see a fight and be entertained.

My body knows my limits.

I'm a people watcher, and I love to listen.

I have an excellent team, a great manager, and we're going to put something together: we're going to start a foundation, and we're going to change lives.