My intention was to fight Durán ASAP because I knew Durán's habits. I knew he would indulge himself, he'd gain 40–50 lbs and then sweat it off to make 147.

I think I've become one of the best finishers in boxing; if I hurt a guy, I normally take him out.

Everything you want to know about a fighter is in his eyes. The look in his eyes tells the truth.

A fighter never knows when it's the last bell. He doesn't want to face that.

Sugar Ray Robinson was probably the greatest pound-for-pound fighter of all time.

To be the best, you need to spend hours and hours and hours running, hitting the speed bag, lifting weights and focusing on training.

I've never believed in tying myself up in a long-range contract, and I've been very outspoken on that subject.