Carwin sets sights on Lesnar rematch
ESPN staff
7/8/2010 1:45:22 PM
Shane Carwin believes he has the tools required to avenge his defeat to Brock Lesnar at UFC 116.
Carwin dominated the start of his UFC heavyweight title fight with Lesnar, but the champion recovered superbly and claimed victory with a triangle choke. Lesnar's win left many to ponder who in the heavyweight division can dethrone the champion.
Carwin, who had never before been beyond the first round, feels that he has learnt plenty from the fight and expects a different outcome if a rematch is set up.
"I am the guy that can beat Brock Lesnar," Carwin said. "This is not a lot different than his first fight with Mir when he was pretty dominant and got caught. I had my body fail me, but I know I can win that fight if I ever get a second chance. Brock has the heart of a champion and he won't break or quit easily. But everyone can be beaten."
Carwin had the look of a man who failed on account of a lack of condition. He is not a full-time fighter, as he continues to work as a mechanical engineer, and that will not change.
"I am surprised by how many people view their jobs as an obstacle to chasing your dreams," the 35-year-old said. "The job has allowed me to become the fighter I am today; it has not hindered me in any way. I find it insulting that people do not understand that. Ask any of the pro fighters I train with if they out train me or think I could be a better fighter if I was in the gym more. Fact is I might be the one in the gym the most."