Jaylon Bates: There’s a long climb to go but I want to retire undefeated

Jaylon Bates: There’s a long climb to go but I want to retire undefeated

Jaylon Bates continued his unbeaten streak from his amateur career when he defeated Joe Supino via unanimous decision in his professional debut at Bellator 251 on Thursday.

Following his lopsided win over Supino, Bates (1-0 MMA, 1-0 BMMA) spoke to reporters on the benefits of logging the full 15 minutes, going on the paleo diet, his aspirations of ending his career undefeated, and much more.

You can watch the full interview in the video above.

Bellator 251 took place Thursday at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. The main card aired on CBS Sports Network following prelims on MMA Junkie.