Interviewer: Ok, I'm here with a very happy, brand new Lightheavyweight Champion Mauricio "JZ" Filho. Mauricio how are you doing?
Mauricio: I'm doing awesome man, Coulton's tough man, I just had to make sure that I came prepared, I worked very hard, I was a late add on in the tournament. To tell you the truth, I didnt even expect to win the first fight, but man I did great. Back when I lost to Steven Almeida in a very disappointing loss, I just thought about hanging them up, I did for a while and then I decided to step back in.
Interviewer: You indeed performed up to an elite level, is there anyone that you particularly want to fight right now?
Mauricio: You know, whoever the fans want me to fight, I'm game, it's like what I always say "I'm ready, your ready, lets brawl". I am always wanting to fight, no matter what, I dont want to get rid of my title anytime soon, I am keeping my eyes on Maquire, Almeida and Overeem. Whoever comes first is good to me.
Interviewer: Those would be great fights, your 1-1 against Maquire and 1-1 against Almeida. Would you rather fight Overeem to get tested against someone you've never fought?
Mauricio: Sure man, Fabricio and I would have a great fight, he's a great guy, awesome down to earth dude. I will sit down with him soon and go over fight oppurtunities.
Interviewer: I for one can't wait to see that fight, do you have anything to say to your fans before you leave?
Mauricio: I just want to tell my fans to keep believing, anything is possible, if you really strive for your goals, you can reach them. Thank you to all my fans and Thank you to Coulton Maquire, Giovanni Batista and Henry Hill for the fights, I am honored to have fought everyone of you.
Interviewer: Your new Lightheavyweight Champion MAURICIO FILHO everyone!!!