Mma Math

What’s it like to be a regional fighter? How can you transition to the big show? How does that compare to the UFC? Host Roberto Diaz continues his discussion with co-host Joe Soto about the ups and downs of being a fighter. Highlights of this Episode: Joe’s transition from being a wrestler to going into MMA Joe’s first fight came about because of his coach’s connections with promoters; after multiple wins, he was approached by a manager and got a Bellator contract He could not make a living off it initially; needed to have a job or support from friends, family, and sponsors Friends and family, not fans, made up the biggest portion of the audience Larger events attracted more people and unfamiliar faces, but that didn’t affect Joe’s fighting Joe’s pay and perks increased significantly as he did more fights and signed with various organizations How shape and size of cage affects Joe’s fighting and movements After losing a match, suffering an injury, and losing again, Joe was released, won fights, got a new man