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Goz wrote:I wish Skelton had got to spark Audley tonight and I think he probably would have.

Sprott is a nice guy too but I really like Skelton, he may not be enormously talented but what you see is what you get and he lays it all in all on the line and punches his heart out.

Goz likes Skelton.

i like them both, they are what the sport is all about

I thought Audley was going to do better. But he can't fight a pace.

Sprott was too fierce, too fast and too battle hardended.

Audley couldn't land the jab (amateur paw), and his attempt at being assertive this time was to plod after him and throw a right hook to the body and a straight left that got blocked.

This fight exposed him maybe more than any other. Because when Sprott got his jab going, and took the fight to the inside, Audley had no answer.

I think Sprott showed how to beat a 'super heavy' type. Be fast, show a good workrate, come into the fight fit.


One thing we can say is that the domestic heavies are exciting - from the last two fights - and I'd love to see how David Haye fits in.

Looking forward to Sprott-Skelton 2.

Max Molyneux wrote:Audley started positive In the 1st, but In the 2nd he slowed down and was mostly landing on Sprott's guard.

He wasn't athletic either, too plodding.

No stamina & a bully's mentality.

When Sprott didn't cave in the in the first 2 rounds, his pace slowed & he got scared.

That was one good performance by Sprott. Landed some really clean jabs in the 2nd round and was very active inside.

I figured he was shot. But it looks like those fights in Germany may have even raised his game.

Which are the fights that Sprott was robbed in?

Anyone think he beats Skelton this time?

Not sure about the others but he was robbed against Virchis

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Taki... wrote:I think that officially confirms that Danny Williams was pretty much in awful shape for the Harrison fight. Anyone else feeling a little sorry for old Aud?

I do feel some sympathy for him: After all, no matter what you think of him, tonight was the end of his career, and I don't think you should celebrate something like that. But I'm not going to cry for Audley too much, because he's brought it all on himself. This was meant to be a redemption party for him, yet he still got booed into the ring. I'm obviously glad he wasn't hurt tonight, but he showed no humility on the way up, and he showed no class when he finally did get a decent win.

I came on here this morning to post pretty much the above.

I'm not a big fan but I've always got a little bit of sympathy for someone who believes their own hype and finds out they were wrong in doing so. Audley's talk of world titles was clearly a delusion that only he really believed, and as such it was sad to see him looking totally deflated in his post fight interview.

But as states states, he's made it hard for anyone to have any long term feeling for him because he's talked himself into the position he's in now. Nobody else has put him there, and it's totally down to him.

states wrote:

Taki... wrote:I think that officially confirms that Danny Williams was pretty much in awful shape for the Harrison fight. Anyone else feeling a little sorry for old Aud?

I do feel some sympathy for him: After all, no matter what you think of him, tonight was the end of his career, and I don't think you should celebrate something like that. But I'm not going to cry for Audley too much, because he's brought it all on himself. This was meant to be a redemption party for him, yet he still got booed into the ring. I'm obviously glad he wasn't hurt tonight, but he showed no humility on the way up, and he showed no class when he finally did get a decent win.

You make some excellent points but he has only himself to blame.

I don't mind someone being cocky & arrogant if they then go on & produce the goods, but to be cocky & arrogant & plod along fighting nightclub bouncers & useless cruiserweights was taking us for fools.

By all means, fool yourself (Audley), but don't try & fool the punter, it doesn't work & it will always come back to bite you where it hurts!

Audely always looked like he was scared stiff of getting caught on the chops and now we know why, ...he's got no chin, I suspected it before and this is the proof... good showing from Sprott but he's hardly world class, Audely just hasnt got it... Skelton will beat Sprott again if they meet...

FW has confirmed Sprott will now fight Commonwealth champion Matt Skelton in a world title eliminator in London on 26 May.

ABA Boxing wrote:FW has confirmed Sprott will now fight Commonwealth champion Matt Skelton in a world title eliminator in London on 26 May.

Another one of F r ank Warren's world title eliminators eh?

Where have I heard that one before? :P

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ABA Boxing wrote:FW has confirmed Sprott will now fight Commonwealth champion Matt Skelton in a world title eliminator in London on 26 May.

Another one of F r ank Warren's world title eliminators eh?

Where have I heard that one before? :P

what sanctioning body? the 'brit-friendly' WBO?

m1kee50 wrote:

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ABA Boxing wrote:FW has confirmed Sprott will now fight Commonwealth champion Matt Skelton in a world title eliminator in London on 26 May.

Another one of F r ank Warren's world title eliminators eh?

Where have I heard that one before? :P

what sanctioning body? the 'brit-friendly' WBO?

Yes, more than likely, or he might invent a new 'world title' for his fighters, the FWBC or something!!!!!! :P

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m1kee50 wrote:

Syntax Error wrote: Another one of F r ank Warren's world title eliminators eh?

Where have I heard that one before? :P

what sanctioning body? the 'brit-friendly' WBO?

Yes, more than likely, or he might invent a new 'world title' for his fighters, the FWBC or something!!!!!! :P

Hes a pudendum isnt he? giving all that 'world title elim' shit, i would die laughing if all the big 4 told him to eff off, but unfortunately the WBO will probably agree to it. Look out Briggs, Sprott or Skelton awaits

I was amazed how many people beleived Harrisons hype about being a different boxer and giving Sprott no chance against him - Because Sprott has fought at a higher level I thought he stood a very good chance but knowing he blows hot and cold you couldnt be sure - Harrison was somehow the favourite based on his last fight and shouldnt have been - Danny took the fight at short notice but even with better preparation I dont think he could have won - Sadly Danny has nothing left - Harrison proved nothing to to me getting the win over Danny and the hype was just bullshit and was proven so last night - Like others have said its wrong to celebrate what looks like the end of Harrisons career but you have to hope he isnt repackaged in a year or so in a comeback - I dont want to see him again and I dont think there are many who do - The question will always be asked why didnt an olympic gold medalist do better in the pro ranks.

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states wrote:

Taki... wrote:I think that officially confirms that Danny Williams was pretty much in awful shape for the Harrison fight. Anyone else feeling a little sorry for old Aud?

I do feel some sympathy for him: After all, no matter what you think of him, tonight was the end of his career, and I don't think you should celebrate something like that. But I'm not going to cry for Audley too much, because he's brought it all on himself. This was meant to be a redemption party for him, yet he still got booed into the ring. I'm obviously glad he wasn't hurt tonight, but he showed no humility on the way up, and he showed no class when he finally did get a decent win.

You make some excellent points but he has only himself to blame.

I don't mind someone being cocky & arrogant if they then go on & produce the goods, but to be cocky & arrogant & plod along fighting nightclub bouncers & useless cruiserweights was taking us for fools.

By all means, fool yourself (Audley), but don't try & fool the punter, it doesn't work & it will always come back to bite you where it hurts!

Yeah, I mean Audley (prior to winning the gold) was a bit full of himself but basically a decent guy, quite fun and talked interestingly....and I felt a little bit guilty celebrating the humiliation...


But fvck it - he had many a chnace to change his attitude. He made his bed now he's got to fvcking sleep in it.

And Sprott is the kind of pro who makes boxing the sport it is - he is a likeable, honest, tough pro with heart. And he has never shied away from taking a tough fight.

ALl those tough European fighters he took on abroad.

Unfortunately for AUdley, though deservedly ultimately, Michael has something Harrison will never have - RESPECT. And from everyone from the public, the average fan to the hardened cynical fight insiders.

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wildwaylon wrote:I was amazed how many people beleived Harrisons hype about being a different boxer and giving Sprott no chance against him - Because Sprott has fought at a higher level I thought he stood a very good chance but knowing he blows hot and cold you couldnt be sure - Harrison was somehow the favourite based on his last fight and shouldnt have been - Danny took the fight at short notice but even with better preparation I dont think he could have won - Sadly Danny has nothing left - Harrison proved nothing to to me getting the win over Danny and the hype was just bullshit and was proven so last night - Like others have said its wrong to celebrate what looks like the end of Harrisons career but you have to hope he isnt repackaged in a year or so in a comeback - I dont want to see him again and I dont think there are many who do - The question will always be asked why didnt an olympic gold medalist do better in the pro ranks.

I felt that Sprott was faded after the German fights, which proved to be quite the opposite.

Many felt that Aud was always talented but not willing to use it. So when we saw a difference in him, a few of us gave him the benefit of the doubt. But Christ, he was awful after round 1 last night!

The left hook from Sprott put Aud out of his misery!

While I'm glad the whole Audley saga is finally over, I did feel sorry for the big man - that was a helluva wake up call for a new career.

Is he a millionare already? Does he have to work again - anyone know?

That dire BBC deal we all had to sit through must've paid well I guess.
Sounds like he has a nice house in the USA etc..

Warren looked absolutely gutted at the Sprott win. A Skleton/Sprott rematch doesn't carry the same public interest as an Audley fight.

In fact it carries no public interest at all.

Audley was so arrogant he thought that Sprott was another hand-picked fall guys for him again

Sympathy for him...absolutely not.

He has been a bad advert for boxing since he came onto the scene...bad fights...bad attitude and bad mouthing.

What about the pre-fight throat cutting jesture to Sprott...summed him up for me exactly.

As for him being minted?...how can he now be...the BBC deal was along time ago...his entourage and expensive corner has to have really bled his accounts...

I would imagine this is the end for him...maybe he could be the opponent from now on, but he`d be getting the short end of the purse...and the late notice call...he`s still too full of himself to do that.

And what are his options now anyway, he has not done enough to do commentry...has he any fans outside of his close family...the crowd booed him into the ring, and showed no compassion when they booed him out.

THE END....I guess most on here are happy because we have been proved right....next Khan

Matt Skelton's post fight comments were spot on, Audley bad mouthed a lot of people on his way "up" and now he needs to eat humble pie. British champion inside five fights? He isn't even going to fight for the British title.

As soon as Sprott cranked up the pressure Harrison folded and got scared, just as i suspected but not as early.

FW was going to make some money from A-Farce, but imo he is in some way glad of the outcome. Probably thinking that will teach you ya bastard for not going with me to start with!

I'm going to address the Audley critiscisms because I think everyones blaming him for things he couldn't control:

1. Audley did his best in the boxing game and simply wasn't good enough. Yes he said 'I'll be world champ' and believed in himself - whats wrong with that? He wasn't good enough and failed but at least he tried. He never had the skill or natural fighting talent to make it but he got his physique in smashing condition tried to beat the best of Britain and won 1 and lost 2.

2. The accusation that Audley conned the British public and ripped off the license payer is bollox. Its the BBC that simply were inadequate at putting a good boxing show together. Its Audleys job to get the best deal he can and if the BBC offer him millions to headline as a novice more play to him.

3. Why is Audley called a 'BULLY'? Hes fought and beat smaller jhourneyman - which novice hasn't fought these types? Since hes got on the British stage he hasn't fought at a lower level. Calling Audley a bully is stupid. Is every fighter thats beat up a journeyman a bully? If anyones a bully in British boxing its Hatton for choosing opponents he knows he can beat up on while avoiding the top fighters around his weight.

4. Audley despite his usually dreary fights has given us 2 top domestic fights. This last 1 was a smashing back and forth fight and he put some hurt on Sprott despite his demise

5. Audley been delusiuonal - so what, its natural for a fighter to deny their weaknesses and hype their ability even if they are lacking.

6. Audley bad mouthing opponents - thats part of the boxing game.

MightyWarrior wrote:While I'm glad the whole Audley saga is finally over, I did feel sorry for the big man - that was a helluva wake up call for a new career.

Is he a millionare already? Does he have to work again - anyone know?

That dire BBC deal we all had to sit through must've paid well I guess.
Sounds like he has a nice house in the USA etc..

Warren looked absolutely gutted at the Sprott win. A Skleton/Sprott rematch doesn't carry the same public interest as an Audley fight.

In fact it carries no public interest at all.

The BBC signed Audley to a £1 million 10 fight deal when he turned pro. He is definitely a millionaire.

nickd wrote:

MightyWarrior wrote:While I'm glad the whole Audley saga is finally over, I did feel sorry for the big man - that was a helluva wake up call for a new career.

Is he a millionare already? Does he have to work again - anyone know?

That dire BBC deal we all had to sit through must've paid well I guess.
Sounds like he has a nice house in the USA etc..

Warren looked absolutely gutted at the Sprott win. A Skleton/Sprott rematch doesn't carry the same public interest as an Audley fight.

In fact it carries no public interest at all.

The BBC signed Audley to a £1 million 10 fight deal when he turned pro. He is definitely a millionaire.

yeah but after taxes, plus paying manager / trainer fees on purses, pissing some up the wall at nightclubs etc I doubt he is now.

Even on assets and liquid

goodbye audley. it was fun...no it wasnt

I find that I agree with almost every post about the big guy. Be that negative or slightly positive and then negative.

'Truth resides in every human heart, and one has to search for it there,
and to be guided by truth as one sees it'. Belief can determine ones heart and truth can go off on a picnic. Audley's belief in himself held no truth, but his heart was on a hustle for the best contract possible out of the BBC. I'd slap him on the back for that if that's what he really wants to be appreciated for (cue the prefight interview).

Callous I know, but a 35 year old man, with his experience and intelligence, should have or have met humility down the road somewhere.