UFC veteran King Green has opened up about his recent victory over Jeremy Stephens at UFC 328. Green, who has a long and distinguished career at the highest level of the sport, proved he’s far from slowing down at the age of 39.
Following his performance, Green appeared at the post-fight press conference, where he candidly discussed his journey and the significance of his win against Stephens. He expressed a desire for a more definitive finish, stating, “I wanted to knock him out and make sure that I’m solidifying myself as one of the greatest fighters to ever step on these mats.”
Green conveyed his unwavering belief in his legacy, telling UFC President Dana White, “I’m one of the greatest to ever do this. If you go through my catalog and really look at my catalog, I’ve been fighting this way, scrapping and making entertainment. That’s what I’m about and that’s what I do. I don’t care how old. I don’t care what happens, what the day changes. That’s what I do.”
Despite his accomplishments, Green maintained a humble perspective, attributing it to his lifelong mindset. He shared, “I just feel like I’m trash. I feel like I’m nothing. You know, I’ve been that way all my life. People don’t even tell me that all my life. I still look at myself as the broke little kid, and I just take what they give me. Beggars can’t be choosers. You start thinking like you’re high and mighty and trying to ask for stuff: Who the f*ck do you think you are, you know? So I just stay humble and whatever you give me is whatever you give me.”
When asked about his future, Green humorously pointed out the financial incentive of headlining a card: “A main event would be dope just so I can get the extra $100,000. I don’t know if you know, but they give you an extra $100,000 if you’re the main event. That’s the only reason I want to do a main event.”
