QA with the Spider regarding his upcoming re-match/title fight with the ACE Franklin

From Cincinnati.com

Question: Who gave you the nickname "Spider" and why?
Answer: The person who gave me the nickname Spider was (an) announcer from Pride (another mixed martial arts company) because of my long arms and legs.

Q: Brazilians are famous for Jiu-Jitsu and soccer. Were you ever a soccer player?
A: I do play soccer still. I like soccer a lot, but I love fighting.

Q: In March, Franklin called you into the octagon after his fight in Columbus to ask for a rematch. Was that a surprise, or was it planned, and if planned, whose idea was it?
A: It wasn't planned as far as I know. I did figure that Rich, being the former champion, that there was the potential for something like that to happen. I'm not sure (whose) idea it was. I know it wasn't mine.

Q: Why did you agree to give Franklin a rematch after defeating him so impressively in the first fight? What do you hope to gain by fighting him again?
A: I agreed to give Rich a rematch because after losing the belt he has came back and won two in a row against some very tough opponents. I hope to put on another great performance for the fans and gain another victory and title defense.

Q: What do you think of this fight taking place in Franklin's hometown, instead of at a neutral site, and why did you
agree to fight in Cincinnati instead of elsewhere?
A: As a fighter, I always get very motivated for new challenges. I can't think of a greater challenge than fighting Rich Franklin in his hometown.

Q: Do you expect a hostile crowd, and if so, how do you plan to deal with it?
A: I will deal with it like I always do - with a big smile on my face.

Q: What do you know about Cincinnati, if anything?
A: I know it's in the middle of the country.

Q: Do you expect the same kind of fight this time from Franklin in terms of strategy?
A: Rich is a very talented and experienced fighter. I'm sure Rich and his team are going to come very well prepared.

Q: You've been on a roll since defeating Franklin. How are your current fighting form and health compared to a year ago?
A: My health compared to a year ago is much better. I feel great and am training very hard to keep my belt.