Chris Saunders Talks About TUF Experience
Posted on 01 Jun 2012
by MMAScoops.com Staff

Chris Saunders recently spoke with MMAjunkie about his fight with Myles Jury at The Ultimate Fighter Live Finale tonight. Check out the highlights:

On being surprised by the nature of the TUF house: "I thought everybody would keep to themselves – just be mean, honestly. But fortunately enough, I found Andy Ogle and Joe Proctor. Honestly, I don't think I could have made it through this show without having my best mate, Andy."

On the camaraderie he found on the show: "These guys just really rallied behind me and really instilled in me, 'Dude, you're one of the best fighters here. You need to believe that [in your head]. You have all the tools. I think it showed. I believed it in the Sam (Sicilia) fight."

On the impression he made on people: "I never thought I'd make a difference like this. The nice words from random people, you're like, wow, these people care. Or Kenny Florian tweeting me and talking about me was a huge honor. I got to see him yesterday at the weigh-ins, and I thanked him for his kind words. He said, 'I'm a fan of yours,' and I was like, 'Wow, I can't believe this is happening.'"

On his fight with Jury: "I came out here, and I'm set to do a job. The biggest thing was having my brother and my girlfriend flown out here. They're my my main driving forces. To have him holding pads for me, I feel crisp. I'm looking really good, so I can't wait."