Joe Warren Surprised But Unconcered About Fighting on Bellator 210’s Preliminary Card

Joe Warren spoke with MMAjunkie ahead of his fight with Shawn Bunch at Bellator 210. Highlights are below:

On being put on the preliminary card: “I didn’t even know that. It’s pretty crazy. I can’t believe that. I’m a three-time world champ for Bellator. I think I build Bellator, I believe I was one of the people that helped build Bellator. I love Bellator. I’m not sure why I’m on the prelims, but I don’t make those decisions, I just go to fight. So I’m not really sure why I’m there.”

On not being concerned about the placement: “I don’t give two (expletives) as long as you pay me. I’m not getting paid any less to fight wherever. I sell fights. I’ve brought in headlines and lots of energy to fights in my life. The same people will watch me this fight. I’m just happy to be back in the Bellator cage.”

On his future in Bellator: “I have one fight left after this on my contract. I’m going to keep pushing hard. I feel like I’m the best, baddest man I’ve ever been. We’ll be trying to negotiate a new contract with Bellator and a (title shot) will be on the plate at that point. If not, then we’ll see what happens. I’m still a crazy fighter. I’ve never had injuries and never been run down. I’m excited for this next step here. We’ll see what happens. We’re open-minded for the future.”

On his fight with Bunch: “I just see a violent pressure. I’m going to keep that pressure forward and try to put him into a situation where I can finish him. I try to use my hands to get takedowns then ground-and-pound until he gives up.”