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Audley or Skelton being lined up to face Samuel Peter
Posted: 16 May 2008, 20:02
by Fernzy
I’ve agreed terms with Don King for WBC heavyweight champ Sam Peter to fight at London’s O2 Arena on July 12. In the opposite corner will be either Matt Skelton or Audley Harrison. I’m holding talks with all parties over the weekend and will make an announcement on Monday. Ironically, Harrison beat Peter in the amateurs and was considered the better talent when they went pro. Watch this space.
From allegedly's column in The Sun
Posted: 16 May 2008, 20:37
by stujones
Have to say it will be disgusting if Harrison gets a world title fight.
I know its not going to happen.
Most deserving of the Brits on RECENT form is Danny Williams - not that he is deserving either.
Posted: 16 May 2008, 22:09
by Mukel
does anybody give audley or skelton a chance?
I think Audley skill wise had the potential to beat Peter, but he is a shell now and lacks the confidence to win Peter, although the amateur win may
help him get some sort of confidence or edge mentally against peter,
but in reality, I see Peter ko'ing him.
Posted: 16 May 2008, 22:18
by Horse
I'd prefer Audley to get the title shot. It would be more interesting.
Posted: 17 May 2008, 03:38
by steve689
I heard that Rogan was being lined up for a crack at Aud on a Warren undercard.
Posted: 17 May 2008, 03:49
by sweetscience
id watch if it was big aud, but if it was skelton then id rather plat shite
Posted: 17 May 2008, 04:07
by chris s
Skelton would be better but if Peter is looking for an easy one then it must be Audley.
Even in his last fight, Audley looked like a startled rabbit when he was clipped by the guy in the 4th round. he would be scared of Peter's supposed power before they got in the ring.
Posted: 17 May 2008, 04:16
by Poncey
At least we now know why King was over here speaking to Warren. Wasn't Campbell after all.
Posted: 17 May 2008, 04:31
by leforge
What a joke if its Audley. It will last one round.
Posted: 17 May 2008, 04:40
by jomothepure
I'm sure we'll get Arthur-Mitchell on the card.
If I were Frank, I'd personally try to get Skelton in with Peter and Audrey to take his place against SSS.
Does it matter at all that neither Matt or Odd are even ranked in the WBC's top #40? Guess not.
Posted: 17 May 2008, 04:45
by DG.
I think this is a decent fight for Harrison.
Peter will chase him all over the ring but Peter is not as good as a fighter as I first thought.
I think Peter is a bit chinny, having said that, Peter wpts 12.
Posted: 17 May 2008, 04:48
by Poncey
What we need is Williams, Harrison, Sprott and Skelton to face each other for a change.
Posted: 17 May 2008, 04:56
by DG.
Emerson Poncey Name Ghent wrote:What we need is Williams, Harrison, Sprott and Skelton to face each other for a change.
Exactly, how a shrewd businessman like Fwank could miss this opportunity is beyond me!
Posted: 17 May 2008, 06:22
by funso banjo baby
stujones wrote:Have to say it will be disgusting if Harrison gets a world title fight.
I know its not going to happen.
Most deserving of the Brits on RECENT form is Danny Williams - not that he is deserving either.
Disgusting ????
SAM PETER DOES NOT HOLD THE WORLD TITLE
i suggest you brush up on ur ring knowledge
He could fight JD chapman if he wanted wouldnt change anything...just a bauble crown and it means nothing
Posted: 17 May 2008, 07:39
by stujones
Sam Peter = WBC Heavyweight champion.
Posted: 17 May 2008, 08:59
by steve689
http://www.eastsideboxing.com/news.php?p=15701&more=1
Is this confirmation? Or did James get it from this thread
Posted: 17 May 2008, 09:10
by Autobarn
It's in Warren's column.
Undeserving challengers whether Skelton or Audley gets the assignment.
But it's an event alright.
Posted: 17 May 2008, 09:47
by Punchy Joe
He made a few nasty barbs in the direction of Froch too the Kunt.....;)
Re: Audley or Skelton being lined up to face Samuel Peter
Posted: 17 May 2008, 10:04
by Syntax Error
Fernzy wrote:I’ve agreed terms with Don King for WBC heavyweight champ Sam Peter to fight at London’s O2 Arena on July 12. In the opposite corner will be either Matt Skelton or Audley Harrison. I’m holding talks with all parties over the weekend and will make an announcement on Monday. Ironically, Harrison beat Peter in the amateurs and was considered the better talent when they went pro. Watch this space.
From allegedly allegedly's column in The Sun
Audley Harrison?
Is that some sort of late April Fools joke?
Even Skelton probably doesn't deserve a shot at Peter, but at least he is not an embarrassment & he's certainly ahead of Harrison in any potential pecking order!
Posted: 17 May 2008, 10:09
by Horse
Posted: 17 May 2008, 10:21
by Syntax Error
To be honest, it sounds like a pipe dream to me.
I can't see their mbing much appetite to see either Skelton or Harrison fight Peter.
Skelton is tough but very limited; & not that great to watch due to his rough-house tactics & not even Audley Harrison's wife wants to watch him fight; so it's a non-starter for me.
Posted: 17 May 2008, 12:25
by jameswilson
Surely it would have to be Skelton because Audley isn't ranked by the WBC.
Posted: 17 May 2008, 12:46
by Deserter
Posted: 17 May 2008, 12:47
by DG.
jameswilson wrote:Surely it would have to be Skelton because Audley isn't ranked by the WBC.
Does that matter with a Voluntary?
I can not remember these days!
Whoever it is , they will appear where they need to be in the Rankings!
Posted: 17 May 2008, 12:49
by Deserter
funso banjo baby wrote:stujones wrote:Have to say it will be disgusting if Harrison gets a world title fight.
I know its not going to happen.
Most deserving of the Brits on RECENT form is Danny Williams - not that he is deserving either.
Disgusting ????
SAM PETER DOES NOT HOLD THE WORLD TITLE
i suggest you brush up on ur ring knowledge
He could fight JD chapman if he wanted wouldnt change anything...just a bauble crown and it means nothing
I back Stu all the way on this one, it would be disgusting. Why do you find that so hard to take on board?