I can't think about somebody else while I have someone tough in front of me. — Mauricio Rua Copy Share Image
My mother asks me 'you really have to fight?' And I say that's my job, mom. — Mauricio Rua Copy Share Image
I'm a big fan of Ayrton Senna, but I didn't think he was bad when he lost. I was a true fan, I admired… — Mauricio Rua Copy Share Image
One training session won't change anything, but 10 will. Perseverance and straight up training. — Mauricio Rua Copy Share Image
The only guy I would not fight is Wanderlei Silva because I really have a special relationship with him that goes back a long… — Mauricio Rua Copy Share Image
During the PRIDE era, I have no recollection of anyone getting hurt badly from stomps or soccer kicks. — Mauricio Rua Copy Share Image
It is our duty as fighters to evolve and get better and show a better performance for the fans. — Mauricio Rua Copy Share Image
I'm there for 15 years - there's no one else for that long in the UFC. I'm grateful for everything. — Mauricio Rua Copy Share Image
Obviously, I have big respect for Dan Henderson. He's a guy that hits hard and can do some damage. You've got to respect him. — Mauricio Rua Copy Share Image
I like to push forward when I fight because that's the way I like to fight. — Mauricio Rua Copy Share Image
Sometimes you are at your best phase, and things can change suddenly. So you have to be prepared, train hard, work hard and treasure… — Mauricio Rua Copy Share Image
People keep asking me why I don't stop fighting. I'll stop when I want to stop. I'm the only athlete to win the UFC… — Mauricio Rua Copy Share Image
