Fagan, Khan, DeGale and Froch – Latest Boxing News

Lightweight boxer Oisin Fagan will ruin Amir Khan’s career if he beats the 2004 Olympic silver medallist at the ExCel in London this Saturday. Dublin born Fagan is Khan’s first opponent since his 54 second knock out by Breidis Prescott.

Fagan told Steve Bunce on Setanta Sports News that it was his biggest fight yet.

“It’s a huge opportunity for me. It could really change my life. It’s a massive fight. It’s great a time catch him as well, coming off that big upset, that big knockout. That has to be going through his mind all the time.”

“I’m prepared to the full 12 rounds. We’re talking about Amir, who’s been knocked to the ground by big punches, sure, but they’re super-featherweights that knocked him down.”

At 34 years-old Fagan is 13 years older than Khan, but Fagan has warned “this old man can keep on going.”

“He thinks I’ll be out of breath after the second round. I’ll prove him wrong.”

James DeGale to pick trainer next week

Olympic gold medallist James DeGale has yet to confirm a trainer for his first professional bout which is due to take place in February. DeGale signed his first professional contract with Frank Warren earlier this week.

Speaking to Steve Bunce on Setanta Sports News DeGale said he was close to making a decision.

“I’ve got two [trainers] in mind and it’ll probably be announced at the start of next week. It’s hard to choose a trainer; I don’t want to change too much.

“I won’t change [technique] totally, but I’m going to slow it down. I’m going to pick my punches; I’m going to think more. My boxing brain is going to be immense.”

The middleweight added that he wanted a professional coach to be hired alongside current coach Steve Newland.

Froch set to enjoy home comforts

Super-middleweight boxer Carl Froch will be counting on home advantage this weekend when he takes on Jean Pascal for the vacant WBC title at the Trent FM Arena in Nottingham.

Froch told Setanta Sports News he expected to see some familiar faces in the crowd.

“Everyone I went to school with will be there; all my friends; all my family. They’re all going to be there. It’s a big boost for me.

“I think it’s going to give me a lift. Whether it’s going to hinder Pascal I don’t know.

“I’ve toured all over the world and I’m glad it’s here. I’m going to relish and enjoy the fact that it’s in my back yard.”

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