Josh Burkman Says He's Happy to be in WSOF over the UFC
Posted by Jeremy Thomas on 09.07.2012
He's where he should be right now...
Josh Burkman recently spoke with MMAjunkie about signing onto the new World Series of Fighting promotion and more. Check out the highlights:
On nearly going to the UFC after beating Jamie Yager: "Then I got a call from the World Series of Fighting, and it seemed like the right move. After dealing with the press conference and the management, I know I made the right move, and I'm happy where I'm at."
On fighting Gerald Harris at WSOF 1: "For me, it's a cool part of my career. Coming back off my injury and that layoff, it seems like every one of my opponents is a little bit tougher of a test. It's a progression as I come back and try to get my name on a bigger stage, and I think Gerald Harris falls in line with that."
On being convinced to join by WSOF president Ray Sefo: "We had a great conversation about contracts and why fighters get upset with their organizations...He's a fighter, and he knows what the fighters need and want. The people behind the scenes are experienced businessmen and experienced in the sport. It gives this show such a great platform to grow, and fighters another platform to excel on."
On bringing in an audience for a recent Utah show as a promoter: "I think it was over 5,000 paid and right around 6,600 for Jamie Yager. Now, I'm going to bring all that marketing to World Series of Fighting."
