Lawal: ‘I’m Not a Superstar’

No prospect in mixed martial arts has seen his stock rise any faster than Muhammed Lawal. Fresh off his 25-second nuclear attack on Mark Kerr, the man they call “King Mo” has his eyes set on new horizons.

Already one of the sport’s most charismatic characters, the unbeaten standout remains surprisingly humble in the face of his growing celebrity.

“I’m not a superstar,” Lawal told Sherdog.com in an exclusive video interview. “I’m just a fighter. I’m not worried about the celebrity status.”

Whether or not his next challenge comes as a heavyweight -- the weight at which he defeated Kerr -- or light heavyweight remains to be seen. It matters not to Lawal.

“I’m just trying to get fights right now,” Lawal said. “I’m not worried about the size. If you have the proper skill set, you will win the fight, regardless of size. I’m not worried about size at all.”

Check out TJ De Santis’ complete interview with Lawal, as he discusses his war of words with former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, the possibility of competing in Strikeforce or the UFC and his decision to wear wrestling shoes in his match with Kerr.