He's amazing. I was very happy. My head is still foggy now. That's the first time I've ever been put down with just one punch, so I was really impressed with Vovchanchyn. His hook was more painful that I imagined but I'm glad.
Pride:
Well, you went toe-to-toe, as you said you would.
Takahashi:
I was so excited. I was flying.
Pride:
You respect him?
Takahashi:
I'm happy that I was able to meet him in the ring. I was happy when I heard the bell ring. It's too bad (that I lost) but I feel good.
Pride:
You didn't even consider ground fighting?
Takahashi:
Not at all. I was going to tap quickly if it went to the ground. (laughing)
Pride:
You gave up your Pancrase title. What will you do from now on?
Takahashi:
If they'll let me, I'd like to fight here again. I want to fight more in PRIDE. Pancrase already has Kondo as a representative.
Pride:
The UFC is planning to come to Japan this year.
Takahashi:
I haven't thought about it. I've only been thinking about Kikuta recently so I haven't thought about the octagon at all.
Pride:
Who would you like to fight next?
Takahashi:
I don't care. I can't say anything because this was my 2nd loss.
Pride:
Are you confused about how to fight in the PRIDE ring?
Takahashi:
From Vovchanchyn's point of view, I'm history now. I can't ask for a rematch. But, I feel good so I want to keep doing my best. My head still hurts. He's amazing.
Pride Fighting Championships:
What do you think of your fight?
Igor Vovchanchyn:
I feel really great.
Pride:
You look like you lost a lot of weight. How much did you lose?
