adminLOS ANGELES. — Amir Khan insisted he is ready for the fight of his life when he steps up two divisions to take on Mexican world middleweight boxing champion Saul “Canelo” Alvarez in Las Vegas this weekend.
The British boxer, who normally boxes at welterweight, faces a daunting battle against the hard-hitting Alvarez tomorrow in a fight which many believe is a risk too far for the 29-year-old from Bolton. However Khan insists he is relishing the prospect of star billing after enduring years of frustration trying unsuccessfully to land a bout against the now retired Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao.
“It’s my time and I’m going to grab it with both hands,” Khan told a press conference. It’s been my dream to get a big fight like this in Las Vegas and I’m not going to let it go. Come this fight you’re going to see the best Amir Khan. Canelo’s a tough guy. He’s strong but we’re going to be ready for what he brings to the table,” added Khan. — AFP
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