Keep it locked right here for live coverage of the UFC 217 Press Conference. UFC 217 was one of the craziest nights in MMA history with three titles changing hands. We'll hear from all of the winners and likely the former champions as well.
We'll have UFC 217 postfight press conference quotes once they begin. Stay tuned.
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Joanna up first. She gives full credit to Rose. Says the pre-fight had nothing to do with it. "It was a good punch."
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Joanna says she'll talk to Dana about a potential rematch
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Joanna says she didn't see this coming. Assuming the loss and the punch.
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Joanna says she wants her belt back. Seems like plans on moving up are on hold for now.
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Doesn't say the punch was lucky. Calls this a crazy night with all the title changes.
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Joanna says the plan was to move up if she won.
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Joanna doesnt want to put blame on the promotion for appearances or anything like that. Says it was a tough day at work.
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That does it for Joanna. All class in her interview.
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Rose at the podium now. Says it was a rough week (flight delayed, not sleeping well) but happy to get the job done
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They played the wrong walkout song for Rose. Said she had to remain positive despite so much going wrong.
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"I had a feeling I was going to knock her out in the 3rd round" References the 3:03 time, which is her gym name and area code
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Rose not sure what will be next. Will take some time off.
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Rose says she's sick of the trash talk and hate. "Martial arts is about respect." Wants to be a positive light in a negative world.
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"Rose is grateful."
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Rose says she learned how to stay calm from her first title fight.
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Rose continues to talk about being positive and drawing from love instead of hate
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"She's an awesome fighter, but I've dealt with a lot worse in my life"
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Rose says that Pat Barry told her "just be you" before going out there.
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Rose says that she's grateful that Joanna tried poking at her past because it made her stronger
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That's it for Rose. Dana up now. GSP left in an ambulance, so we probably won't hear from him.
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Many bonuses tonight. Rose, Dillashaw, Cody, GSP all got $50K. OSP/Ramos got $25K
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Dana calls Rose's upset "the biggest holy shit moment of the night"
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Dana is happy GSP is back. Would like to go back to Canada with him headlining.
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Dana says this show should be the Canada PPV record and will be way over a million.
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Dana hopes that DJ is more open to fighting TJ after night. "He's been crying for a big fight. He's got it now."
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Dana says this was one of the best cards ever. Advocates for more replay in the sport.
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Dana says Whittaker is next for GSP.
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Dana says PVZ isn't getting the title shot at 125 as previously reported.
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Dana says TJ told him he feels confident that he can make flyweight.
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Dana once again says that this has been the best year ever "by a long shot" for the company. Is counting Conor/Floyd as part of that.
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Dana burying DJ a bit for asking for $2 million without proving to be a PPV draw.
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Dana praises GSP "even Ali didnt look that good after his layoff"
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Dana says he doesnt need anyone to talk. Just needs people who show up to fight.
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That's it for Dana. Cody Garbrandt up now.
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Cody says he's the better fighter. Gives credit to TJ. Wants to prove he's better in a rematch.
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Cody said he failed to capitalize on the mistakes he saw, gives Dillashaw credit again, and still wants the rematch.
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Cody credits his team for sticking by him through this year as he battled injuries
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Cody says he'll bounce back from this. Isn't afraid of losing and is willing to put in the work.
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Cody says training was rough coming off the back injury, but won't make excuses
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"He's still not a good person, but I respect him as a fighter" – Cody
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Cody once again says he made an error and got caught.
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Cody says he'll wipe out the whole division if he has to in order to get a rematch
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Cody says he was being professional leading up to the fight. "He's a piece of shit teammate. I stand behind my facts."
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That's all for Cody and now we go to TJ.
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TJ jokes that he conditioned his chin. Does credit his conditioning for allowing him to recover between the 1st and 2nd
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TJ says he walks around at 150. Is willing to commit to making 125.
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"I was turned into the bad guy"
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TJ says the gameplan was to kick the legs and the body to set up the head kick. Says the right hand was just heat of the moment.
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TJ says he learned from Cruz fight to not fight emotional. Says that fight would not have been close if he fought calmer.
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TJ was told to switch his rhythm up and that's what he did
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"I just finished him in the 2nd round. He doesn't deserve a rematch"
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The chants didn't shock TJ. "I've had to build tough skin."
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TJ says he wanted to keep his composure between rounds and just listen to his corner.
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TJ wants DJ next. "Step up and lets make some money"
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Getting the belt back was more important for TJ.
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If DJ turns him down, TJ figures he'll fight Cruz/Rivera winner. But once again asks DJ to be a man.
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TJ confirms that it was his brother who got into the cage and popped off. Was escorted out of the building.
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TJ done. Bisping up. Says he got clipped and that GSP has a tight grip.
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Bisping says nothing surprised him from GSP. Says he thinks GSP is the GOAT.
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Bisping says he's fine. Sounds like he wants to fight in March in London.
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Bisping thought GSP was slowing down
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"He certainly felt and looked like a middleweight"
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Bisping would pick Whittaker to beat GSP and says he'd beat GSP in a rematch
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"It was the fight that I expected."
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Bisping not sure if he'd headline the London show. "I just got choked out." Says this definitely won't be his last fight.
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"I'm not thinking about my next fight. I'm thinking about the bar."
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Bisping says inside he's crushed and angry, but is looking at the bigger picture (his kids and the money)
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That does it for the press conference. As mentioned, GSP went to the hospital so nothing from him. Thanks for tuning in.
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Make sure to check out Fightful's UFC 217 live coverage right here and listen to the post-fight podcast here.
