Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson has shared details about his experiences sparring with **Michael Bisping**. Both the American and the Brit were known as fierce competitors during their notable careers, always showing immense heart and fighting spirit in the cage.
It`s therefore not surprising that they took the chance to spar together in the gym. According to Rampage, the former UFC middleweight champion was a truly exceptional opponent.
Rampage Jackson Praises Michael Bisping`s Relentless Spirit
Quinton Jackson is known for giving credit where it`s due. He once complimented Forrest Griffin on delivering the hardest leg kick he ever received. When speaking about sparring with Michael Bisping, Rampage highly praised the legend, stating that their training sessions motivated him to improve as a fighter.
In an interview, the powerful fighter commented: “Michael Bisping is incredibly tough. Training with him is challenging because he`s just better than everyone else. He never quits and never stops. You can`t match his pace in any way. He`s a dedicated perfectionist in training. Just training with him significantly improves you as a fighter.”
“Michael Bisping definitely made me a better fighter during our time training together. He`s an excellent training partner, and I valued the years I spent on his team. It made me reflect and wonder why I didn`t have that same level of dedication. It pushed me to become a better fighter simply by putting in the work in the gym.”
Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson Recalls a “Real Fight” Incident with Another Former UFC Star
Although Rampage and Bisping sparred intensely, testing their limits, these two legendary fighters maintained a great relationship. However, Rampage`s training relationships weren`t always so harmonious.
At the height of his career, the fighter from Memphis trained extensively with a controversial figure. On one occasion, their tensions escalated, leading to a genuine fight between Rampage and the other MMA star.
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