Jorge Rivera Interview

My conversation with UFC Middleweight Jorge Rivera: Q: Your next fight will be at UFC 127 on February 26 in Australia against Michael Bisping. What are your thoughts on Bisping and what he brings to the table as an opponent? A: I think he’s a tough guy, he’s got great cardio. I think it’s a good fight. Our styles match up well. I present problems for him and he’s going to have a hard time with me. Q: This will be your 2nd straight fight scheduled for overseas. How do you adjust to the travel and time change? A: I’ll be fine. I’ll get up there a few weeks early and get adjusted to the time change. I’ll be ready Q: Going back to your last fight that was called off with Alessio Sakara at UFC 118, when did you find out the fight wasn’t happening? A: My hands we’re already wrapped. I was ready to go then they walked in and said it wasn’t going down. It was an awkward feeling, like what do I do now. That was it. I asked for my next opponent to be Bisping. One thing led t...