I was painfully initiated into boxing, because the guys I fought were a lot bigger than me.

I always expect unexpected challenges.

Look at football, where you still have injuries no matter how much they improve the helmets and other equipment.

When we got back to the U.S., I wanted to kiss the ground after seeing what people in other countries are denied or don't have.

When I'm not in training. I'll walk around the streets at 153, but it's not solid; it's my socializing weight.

I've always been quiet and kind of shy. I'm sociable, but I would probably migrate to a corner.

Before I fight, I always pray that no one gets hurt.