Phil Baroni Responds To Joe Riggs

Originally posted on FightLine.com

Fightline.com: How would you describe your fighting style?

Phil Baroni: I love to stop my opponent. I love to knock em' out and make them unconsciousness. I mean, I've always been a fan growing up of fighting and those were the fighters I always liked, guys that knock people out. Mike Tyson and guys like that. I've always wanted to emulate that kind of fighter and put on an amazing show.

Fightline.com: Who are some of the fighters that you look up to?

Baroni: Back in the day Mark Coleman and Frank Shamrock. A lot of guys right now, GSP is on top of his game, Josh Thompson, Gilbert Melendez, you have to love how far Kenny Florian's come, there's a lot of guys. Eddie Alvarez, Fedor is the best, by far, pound for pound. There's a ton of guys.

Fightline.com: You have a fight coming up in two days this Saturday June 6th, in St. Louis Missouri. You're fighting Joe Riggs, a man who had some unflattering things to say about you in his interview with FightLine.com (link). What are your thoughts on what he said?

Baroni: His mouth is writing checks that his ass can't cash. He's got a big mouth. I think he's talking so much now because he's scared. To be real, what's the comeback for that? The time to talk is done. The fight's been promoted already. I can't wait to get it on and show him what I've got. I don't think he's going to last . . . you know, I know he won't last. I know he ain't gonna go the distance, but the longer it lasts, the better. I'm in great shape! It's a mistake. He really has no chance to win. I've already won this fight with my training and preparation. I'm not really worried about what he has to say. I plan on taking care of my business. That's why they like to watch Phil Baroni, because I take care of my business.

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