Strikeforce heavyweight fighter Chad Griggs (9-1) is fresh off his victory over Bobby Lashley at last months Strikeforce: Houston event. “The Grave Digger” wants to face a big name for his next fight and is hoping for Brett Rogers or Daniel Cormier.
Griggs spoke to MMAWeekly.com about his win and his next fight.
“I have a pretty strong feeling we’re gonna stay at heavyweight because (Strikeforce) needs some heavyweights,” said Griggs, who had been contemplating a move to 205 pounds prior to the Lashley bout. “They’re trying to build on their heavyweight division there. I’ve been hearing a lot of rumors and I hope that it happens, Brett Rogers’ name has been thrown around a few times.”
“I know he’s actually fighting outside of Strikeforce in Canada next,” added Griggs, “but I’m hoping that one goes through. He’s another huge guy, but it would be the exact opposite of the fight that Bobby was. He’s a stand-up guy and I think it would be a real exciting fight, so I’m hoping that gets put together.
“There was talk of December, I guess they’re gonna be doing a big show. They haven’t given me any solid details or anything. We’re hoping to hear in the next few weeks or so.”
Griggs has won four straight fights, including his only Strikeforce appearance against Lashley. Six of his nine victories have all come in the first round with 5 (T)KO’s and 1 verbal submission win.