Fightline.com: Have you had a chance to meet Kimbo in person?

Frank Shamrock: I actually did meet him socially. He's actually a really nice guy.

Fightline.com: There's been some backlash amongst MMA insiders about the face of mainstream MMA being represented, at this point moving forward by basically a reformed street fighter. What are your thoughts?

Frank Shamrock: It's kinda scary because this is where we were in 1993 when we got kicked off of cable, but at that time it was Tank Abbott leading the way fearlessly.

Fightline.com: Are you going to fight on any of the CBS cards.

Frank Shamrock: I don't know, I haven't had any discussions with them yet. I've been really focused on training at this point. It would make a lot of sense to me. I have a lot of name value.

Fightline.com: Do you think we'll see the UFC step in and start co-promoting events?

Frank Shamrock: Much like boxing I think it's eventually inevitable that we get to that point, but at the same time I can understand the UFC keeping there door closed and protecting their brand more than anything and sensoring their media. That's a certain way to do business and while I don't agree with it, it's out there.

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