Faulks Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 http://menmedia.co.uk/manchestereveningnews/sport/boxing/s/1242035_katsidis_could_be_next_up_for_murray?rss=yes&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Boxing-Sport-ManchesterEveningNews-RssFeed+%28Boxing+-+Sport+-+Manchester+Evening+News+-+RSS+Feed%29 John Murray and Michael Katsidis have paved the way for a much-anticipated clash at MEN Arena with both men insisting they will do whatever necessary to get the fight on. It seems now only paperwork stands in the way of an explosive bout for the WBO interim lightweight crown, which could go ahead as soon as September. Champion Katisidis blew away Kevin Mitchell at Upton Park last month and is keen to cash in on his profile against new European king, Murray. Talks are already underway to bring the Australian to Manchester for a fight that bring back memories of Ricky Hatton’s legendary clash with Kostya Tszyu in 2005. Katsidis’s trainer Brendan Smith said: “I was contacted by Murray’s promoter, Mick Hennessy, the day after the Mitchell fight. He reckons they could draw a 20,000 crowd in Manchester. “Murray has called Michael out on several occasions, saying Katsidis has not beaten the best in the UK. “That’s his opinion. Michael loves boxing in England because of the atmosphere and the passion of the fans. “I’ve not had an offer put before me, but if the money is right we will travel to Manchester for the fight.” Defence Murray has a mandatory defence of his European title against Andrei Kudriatsev later this summer, but would forego that if a clash with Katsidis could be made before that. The 25-year-old, who also holds the British belt and the longest unbeaten record in the country, believes his willingness to take on Katsidis is evidence that he will face all-comers in his bid to win his first world title. “I just want my chance,” he said. “I know if I beat him then doors will open up for me. Amir Khan could have fought Katsidis, but fought Paulie Malignaggi instead. “I think he’s fighting who he can to avoid the best, but I want to fight the best and be the best. There is no one I wouldn’t fight. “The fact that my name is being mentioned shows that I’m going in the right direction. I’ve just got on with my job, winning titles. I’ve already proved. I’m the best in country and now I’m ready to make the step up.” Murray defeated Gary Buckland for the European title last month to take his unbeaten record to 29 with 17 knockouts. Katisidis, who has only ever lost world title fights to Juan Diaz and Joel Casamayor, represents a major step up in class for the Levenshulme fighter – but he insists it is a challenge he is ready to take. “I didn’t see anything against Kevin Mitchell to make me think I won’t beat him,” said Murray. “We are both big punchers so it would be a brutal fight and one that probably wouldn’t go the distance. This could be my Ricky Hatton-Kostya Tszyu moment and I’m ready for it.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
super_hoops1967 Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Good news for khan, no doubt he'll come out with a priceless comment that he would easily beat either of these two but they've both ducked him lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamasadlittleboy Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 I called this when i said Murray would get the winner of mitchell v Katsidis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skav Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Katsidis will wipe the floor with Murray just as easily as he did with Mitchell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheelchair Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Good news for khan, no doubt he'll come out with a priceless comment that he would easily beat either of these two but they've both ducked him lol That made me chuckle! mlol/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironman Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 I'm looking forward to this, I wonder if Murray can stop Katsidis winning streak in the UK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mofo2 Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Thats a fecking tough fight for Murray and difficult to call like the Mitchell fight! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironman Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Thats a fecking tough fight for Murray and difficult to call like the Mitchell fight! It certainly is ! A real pick em' fight is brilliant, whats there not to love about it ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheelchair Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Thats a fecking tough fight for Murray and difficult to call like the Mitchell fight! It certainly is ! A real pick em' fight is brilliant, whats there not to love about it ? Agreed. We've had enough mismatches served up by warren// to last us all a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WelshDevilRob Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Really hope this comes off. Should be a barnstormer of a fight. Fair play to Murray for chasing a big name in what would be a difficult fight. Katsidis should again be too much but involved in a tougher more competitive fight than Mitchell provided. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironman Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Glad to see we are all in agreement for this, its going to be a belter !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mofo2 Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Thats a fecking tough fight for Murray and difficult to call like the Mitchell fight! It certainly is ! A real pick em' fight is brilliant, whats there not to love about it ? Definitely mate and its great to see fights being made that are'nt easy to call..its the way every fight should be, do you think the Klits will take notice mlol/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamasadlittleboy Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Thats a fecking tough fight for Murray and difficult to call like the Mitchell fight! It certainly is ! A real pick em' fight is brilliant, whats there not to love about it ? Definitely mate and its great to see fights being made that are'nt easy to call..its the way every fight should be, do you think the Klits will take notice mlol/ unless their mummy said it's ok to fight each other it wouldn't matter anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mofo2 Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Thats a fecking tough fight for Murray and difficult to call like the Mitchell fight! It certainly is ! A real pick em' fight is brilliant, whats there not to love about it ? Definitely mate and its great to see fights being made that are'nt easy to call..its the way every fight should be, do you think the Klits will take notice mlol/ unless their mummy said it's ok to fight each other it wouldn't matter anyway Mummy wants them to sort a fight with Haye to sort out the family honour. if they fight each other its put to bed early boxing// Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mofo2 Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Thats a fecking tough fight for Murray and difficult to call like the Mitchell fight! It certainly is ! A real pick em' fight is brilliant, whats there not to love about it ? Definitely mate and its great to see fights being made that are'nt easy to call..its the way every fight should be, do you think the Klits will take notice mlol/ unless their mummy said it's ok to fight each other it wouldn't matter anyway Mummy wants them to make a fight with Haye to sort out the family honour. if they fight each other its put to bed early boxing// Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamasadlittleboy Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Thats a fecking tough fight for Murray and difficult to call like the Mitchell fight! It certainly is ! A real pick em' fight is brilliant, whats there not to love about it ? Definitely mate and its great to see fights being made that are'nt easy to call..its the way every fight should be, do you think the Klits will take notice mlol/ unless their mummy said it's ok to fight each other it wouldn't matter anyway Mummy wants them to make a fight with Haye to sort out the family honour. if they fight each other its put to bed early boxing// it's only the bout between them thats difficult to call imo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldenbhoy Posted June 6, 2010 Share Posted June 6, 2010 Fair play to murray who like Mitchell are prepared to take the big fights to progress their career. You look at Khan by contrast who in all honesty has avoided any fights of similar difficulty to get a world title, hardly seems right! I like Murray, always expected big things from him, probably expected it a bit sooner also, but Katsidis is a tough tough fight. Great fight but very difficult for Murray i have to admit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faulks Posted June 7, 2010 Author Share Posted June 7, 2010 Big fan of Murray though i cant see this going any other way than the Kev fight. Though i think john will give him alot sterner test Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamasadlittleboy Posted June 7, 2010 Share Posted June 7, 2010 Katsidis is just taking out all the Brits...Earl, Mitchel, Murray, McCloskey then on to Khon...further solidifying himself as a British icon...and like any good Aussie he gives us a good arse kicking...bring on the Ashes ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironman Posted June 7, 2010 Share Posted June 7, 2010 I hope it goes ahead with 'no worries mate' as the Aussies would say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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