Kevin Ferguson Jr. Discusses His Win at Bellator 179

Speaking to reporters after his win at Bellator 179 (via MMAjunkie), Kevin “Baby Slice” Ferguson Jr. discussed his win over D.J. Griffin. Below are some highlights from the scrum.

Ferguson on his emotions for the win: “I definitely felt a lot of emotions. All the hard work and dedication that I put in paid off tonight.”

His thoughts on the fight: “I didn’t want to get over-excited before the fight and blow my gas tank, or do something stupid, until the fight. I just tried to stay calm and stay focused – do what I was trained to do. If I get that finish, all the emotions come out then.”

On wanting to build his family’s legacy: “I want to continue the legacy and take the legacy to the next level. I want to evolve the ‘Slice’ name. My dad was a brawler, a striker. He didn’t like going to the ground. He liked staying on his feet. As you can see, I defended a triangle (choke), I defended an armbar. So I’m showing that I have some ground skills and I can defend the ground.”