Khan Brook

[K-Zazu]

Who’s watching this tomorrow? About 6/7 years to late but it’s gonna do a lot of buys on PPV over a million easy

[JimBHibees]

Who’s watching this tomorrow? About 6/7 years to late but it’s gonna do a lot of buys on PPV over a million easy

What time is this?

[Casey1875]

I'm going down to it. Should hopefully be a good fight.

[Frazerbob]

Wasn’t that bothered when it was first announced but I’m a sucker for the hype and now can’t wait. Still don’t know who I want to win or I think will win.

[Frazerbob]

I'm going down to it. Should hopefully be a good fight.

Enjoy. Great venue for the boxing. Last time I was there for a fight was both Collins v Benn fights. ***** fights but incredible atmosphere.

[Onceinawhile]

It's a strange one.

Brook's face seems to have gone. Khan has always had a glass chin.

Brook will probably have more power, but Khan will probably have more speed.

On balance, I reckon Khan will win on points.

[lord bunberry]

I think Brook will win on points. Khan’s best chance is to knock Brook out, but I just don’t see that happening. I like both fighters, but Brook’s toughness will outlast Khan’s speed and power.

[McHibby]

There's quite an interesting article in the Guardian, which includes an interview with Brook. He wants to beat Khan so much it is almost tangible. Ironically, that could prove to be a weakness, he can't seem to detach himself from those feelings.

Does anyone know what the cause of the beef is between them?


https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2022/feb/18/amir-khan-kell-brook-boxing-preview-bitter-rivals-in-decline

[Pretty Boy]

When they were both at their peak I would have picked Khan to win all day, every day. Now I'm not so sure. 3 years of inactivity won't have done him any good, and his last fight was a glorified exhibition as well. Brook has hardly been overly active lately either though.

It's essentially 2 guys on the wrong side of the hill looking for one last payday. They'll get it and if it's close they will probably get another one out of it as well. I won't be paying for it but I'll more than likely watch it.

[HUTCHYHIBBY]

When's it due to start?

[Callyballybe]

Just finished watching 'the gloves are off' between the pair. Brook doesn't have the trash talking ability that Khan does, but he wants this soo much. The hatred he has towards Khan is palpable.
Khan the technically superior fighter (by quite a way) in their respective heydays. But I think it would take a small army to keep Brook down in the ring tonight. I actually think he'll win through shear heart/determination.

Have to say, both men look in incredible shape for this, especially Brook.

[Pretty Boy]

Just finished watching 'the gloves are off' between the pair. Brook doesn't have the trash talking ability that Khan does, but he wants this soo much. The hatred he has towards Khan is palpable.
Khan the technically superior fighter (by quite a way) in their respective heydays. But I think it would take a small army to keep Brook down in the ring tonight. I actually think he'll win through shear heart/determination.

Have to say, both men look in incredible shape for this, especially Brook.

I thought Brook look drained at the weight Tbh. Absolutely ripped of course but his face looked gaunt at the weigh in and him immediately downing a pint of water had alarms bells ringing for me.

[Frazerbob]

Bottle of Irn Bru followed by 2 litres of water before Khan had got on the scales worried me. I hope Brook isn’t too hyped for it. Khan seems more relaxed. He’s definitely more media savvy. The worry for Khan is nearly 3 years out the ring and not staying particularly fit. Brook has kept training throughout, punches harder and we all know about khans pompadom chin 🤣

No idea how it’ll go, which makes it all the more interesting.

[Jakhog1]

Looking forward to this although it should have happened years ago when both these guys were at their peak, too hard to call, I would prefer Khan to win but not sure if he has the speed anymore, I guess we will find out later.

[Callum_62]

Dunno what it is but something isn't right with Brook for me

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[lord bunberry]

That stoppage was ridiculous, I doubt it would have made a difference to the final result, but you have to give a fighter a chance surely.

[Frazerbob]

That stoppage was ridiculous, I doubt it would have made a difference to the final result, but you have to give a fighter a chance surely.

Her corner was throwing in the towel.

[lord bunberry]

Her corner was throwing in the towel.
I was wondering if it was something like that, her corner need to have a bit more faith in their fighter. What’s the point in taking the fight if they’re going to throw the towel in so quickly, it’s not like she was taking a beating.

[1875Sean]

Terrible undercard, some very poor opponents

[The 90+2]

Fancy Khan strongly based on Brooks last fight.

I think Khan will catch him and end it before the 9th.

Like Amir better too. :aok:

[The 90+2]

Dunno what it is but something isn't right with Brook for me

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He's done imo. He was done halfway through his last fight when he was stopped by a bum.

[Callum_62]

He's done imo. He was done halfway through his last fight when he was stopped by a bum.I wasn't particulary meaning his boxing skills - he comes over as something isn't quite on point anymore

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[H18 SFR]

Touch of WWE to this just now.

[lord bunberry]

Just get this fight on ffs. I hate all this gamesmanship. Froch reckons the fight won’t happen now.

[lord bunberry]

Here we go, game on.

[Callum_62]

Just get this fight on ffs. I hate all this gamesmanship. Froch reckons the fight won’t happen now.Why? Just seen Brook starting his walk

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[H18 SFR]

I have never seen a boxer remove his gloves in the ring before a fight like this.

[lord bunberry]

Why? Just seen Brook starting his walk

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**** knows mate, it’s obviously on now.

[Callum_62]

**** knows mate, it’s obviously on now.Just seen the drama. About the gloves as Brook removes his in the ring

Khan appears to be heading to the car park [emoji23][emoji23][emoji592][emoji592]

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[The 90+2]

Come on Amir. :agree:

[H18 SFR]

I’m team K!!!!

[LunasBoots]

Took a bit of dislike to Brook in this whole thing, hope Khan wins.

[Callum_62]

Michael buffer hasn't aged a day in about 2 decades

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[LunasBoots]

Dunno what it is but something isn't right with Brook for me

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Yup has looked off through the whole process

[CmoantheHibs]

No idea who will win. Just edging towards Brook.

[lord bunberry]

Khan has the crowd behind him.

[Callum_62]

Amir jelly legs khan

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[H18 SFR]

Considering Khan’s chin is non-existent he’s had some career.

[lord bunberry]

If that continues we’re in for a fight to remember.

[The 90+2]

This is class :greengrin

[Onceinawhile]

Amazed Khan didn't hit the deck there.

[lord bunberry]

Brook whenever he fancies it.

[Onceinawhile]

Probably 3 rounds for Brook 1 for Khan.

[Callum_62]

Brook defo well in control here

Reckon if it goes past 7 they will both be lying down

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[LunasBoots]

Khan has nothing left, can tell he's not boxed in years

[Callum_62]

Unless Brook gasses really soon surley a stoppage on the cards

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[lord bunberry]

We’re getting to the stage where Khan needs to be protected from himself.

[Callum_62]

Game over

Brook easily

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[LunasBoots]

Brook wins, easy Brook Eubank next

[Aldo]

Only one winner from the first punch!

Khan barely threw a punch in final 2 rounds!


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[David_D]

That was Superb from Brook. Timed the shots perfectly and landed with ease.

[LunasBoots]

Khan shouldn't be allowed in a ring again for his own safety can see why Khan dodged the fight for so many years

[3pm]

Easy stuff.

[BroxburnHibee]

That was always just a payday for Khan.

[lord bunberry]

Great stuff from Brook.

[cabbageandribs1875]

sure i read the other day Brook had a return fight clause in the contract

[Stairway 2 7]

Too many years out for Khan time to give it up now. Great from Brook clinical. Benn about the only fight left for him, can't fight for a title as not safe to go in again against Crawford or spence

[AliboyFC]

Class fight

[CmoantheHibs]

Khan never got boxing and couldn’t take Brooks extra power. Brook Eubank could be interesting as Eubank wasn’t too impressive in his last fight.

[Callyballybe]

Fair play to Brook. Absolutely battered Khan.

All that hatred pent up for years and years, that is the outcome Brook has dreamed of. He'll be the happiest man in the world.

[3pm]

Not a Khan fan but he came across very well in his interview there.

[The 90+2]

Eubank is the man. :agree:

[1875Sean]

Eubank is the man. :agree:

Good domestic fighter but won’t ever reach the elite work class level

[The 90+2]

Good domestic fighter but won’t ever reach the elite work class level


I think he's getting there. He's certainly got the backing of the best and he's very, very smart. He hates Saunders too which helps. Kelbie, ****.

[1875Sean]

I think he's getting there. He's certainly got the backing of the best and he's very, very smart. He hates Saunders too which helps. Kelbie, ****.

No wonder he hates him after the beating he handed him

[The 90+2]

No wonder he hates him after the beating he handed him

Saunders is a kelbie ****. Eubank would smash him given the chance now.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Easy for me to come in and say now after reading the comments from the last few days but I don’t understand the comments about Brook. I thought he looked tremendous at the weigh in and came across as hungry. His only weakness was how much he seemed to want the win.

As for Khan post fight he was clever enough to dodge saying Brook was better.

I just dislike him eh and find him very arrogant so was delighted for Kell tonight.


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[Stairway 2 7]

Eubank is the man. :agree:

Can't believe he's 32, time could be up before winning any defining fights

[Frazerbob]

Can't believe he's 32, time could be up before winning any defining fights

Read somewhere that his old man retired at 32. JR is still a few fights away from a world title fight. Can’t believe he’s Sky’s poster boy when they have a proper PFP champ in their books.

[Allant1981]

Could tell that neither of them have been active recently, khan just wasn't good enough, used to depend on his speed and clearly that isnt what it used to be, hopefully now thats them both retired as they could get seriously injured

[H18 SFR]

Could tell that neither of them have been active recently, khan just wasn't good enough, used to depend on his speed and clearly that isnt what it used to be, hopefully now thats them both retired as they could get seriously injured

I thought Brooke looked excellent. I gathered that was also the opinion of the boxing community?

[Scouse Hibee]

Horrible to see the video of Phil Foden’s Mum being punched in the commotion backstage. She pushed the guy first after the verbal abuse but FFS big brave guy punching a woman.

[Danderhall Hibs]

Read somewhere that his old man retired at 32. JR is still a few fights away from a world title fight. Can’t believe he’s Sky’s poster boy when they have a proper PFP champ in their books.

I said this to my mate earlier - why is it the case?

Taylor’s promotion really should be answering some tough questions - he’s not on Box Office next week - just free to air Sky (showcase). Mental for an undisputed and undefeated champion.

[Allant1981]

Horrible to see the video of Phil Foden’s Mum being punched in the commotion backstage. She pushed the guy first after the verbal abuse but FFS big brave guy punching a woman.

Wtf was the guy doing with the fire extinguisher, he could have killed that young guy, will never understand why folk cant just go out and enjoy themselves

[LunasBoots]

Wtf was the guy doing with the fire extinguisher, he could have killed that young guy, will never understand why folk cant just go out and enjoy themselves

That connects with that guys head the guys in hospital probably in critical condition.

Seems to be violence from members of Fodens family aswell as the other guys goading so pretty difficult to defend either side.

[1875Sean]

Saunders is a kelbie ****. Eubank would smash him given the chance now.

I have my doubts

[Frazerbob]

I said this to my mate earlier - why is it the case?

Taylor’s promotion really should be answering some tough questions - he’s not on Box Office next week - just free to air Sky (showcase). Mental for an undisputed and undefeated champion.

Just posted this on the main board thread, sorry for the cut & paste lol

McGuigan’s decision to go down the WBSS route was an inspired decision that ultimately gave Josh the opportunity to become undisputed but had he gone with Steady Eddie and Sky a few years ago, he’d be a bigger household name and have a bigger bank balance…..but less belts. I just hope he can cash in now with some mega fights.

[Speedy]

I said this to my mate earlier - why is it the case?

Taylor’s promotion really should be answering some tough questions - he’s not on Box Office next week - just free to air Sky (showcase). Mental for an undisputed and undefeated champion.

Being Scottish rather than English means he doesn't get the same word of mouth following down south, he's still relatively unknown.

That is also due to sky not featuring him. He was on a rival tv channel so they had no intention of building him up to generate views on other channels.

[lord bunberry]

Being Scottish rather than English means he doesn't get the same word of mouth following down south, he's still relatively unknown.

That is also due to sky not featuring him. He was on a rival tv channel so they had no intention of building him up to generate views on other channels.
There’s also the fact that he’s a complete bellend with all his anti vax nonsense. I think he’s an unbelievable boxer, one of the best Scottish fighters ever, but I’m not sure if I’ll even watch it. While he’s winning fights and titles he’ll get away with it, but as soon as he starts losing he’ll be dropped like a stone.

[OldEast]

There’s also the fact that he’s a complete bellend with all his anti vax nonsense. I think he’s an unbelievable boxer, one of the best Scottish fighters ever, but I’m not sure if I’ll even watch it. While he’s winning fights and titles he’ll get away with it, but as soon as he starts losing he’ll be dropped like a stone.

Exactly how I feel. Never watched him fight.

[Onceinawhile]

Exactly how I feel. Never watched him fight.

You have never watched him fight because of his anti vaxx stance?

So even in his fights we'll before the pandemic, when he unites the belts, you didn't watch? That doesn't really make much sense.

[OldEast]

You have never watched him fight because of his anti vaxx stance?

So even in his fights we'll before the pandemic, when he unites the belts, you didn't watch? That doesn't really make much sense.

The two aren't related. I've never watched him AND I think his anti vax stance marks him as a bellend. Doesn't need to make sense to you.

[Speedy]

There’s also the fact that he’s a complete bellend with all his anti vax nonsense. I think he’s an unbelievable boxer, one of the best Scottish fighters ever, but I’m not sure if I’ll even watch it. While he’s winning fights and titles he’ll get away with it, but as soon as he starts losing he’ll be dropped like a stone.

Aye, that and the other (unrelated) incident with the bouncer doesn't exactly set him up to be a media poster boy.

[Frazerbob]

The two aren't related. I've never watched him AND I think his anti vax stance marks him as a bellend. Doesn't need to make sense to you.

So not really a fight fan in the first place then?

[Frazerbob]

Aye, that and the other (unrelated) incident with the bouncer doesn't exactly set him up to be a media poster boy.

Boxer in being a bit of a fanny shock. 🤣 Have you seen AJ’s history before becoming World champion? Didn’t stop Sky being all over him.

[OldEast]

So not really a fight fan in the first place then?

Amazing how people see things that aren't there in others posts.

[Frazerbob]

Amazing how people see things that aren't there in others posts.

Apologies, meant no offence. Just surmised that if you hadn’t watched any of Scotland’s best boxer in decades in any of his fights before Covid struck, you’re probably not a big fan of the sport.

[OldEast]

Apologies, meant no offence. Just surmised that if you hadn’t watched any of Scotland’s best boxer in decades in any of his fights before Covid struck, you’re probably not a big fan of the sport.

That's absolutely no problem. I'm a boxing fan ok but not of him. I have my reasons which I won't go into here.

[Danderhall Hibs]

Just posted this on the main board thread, sorry for the cut & paste lol

McGuigan’s decision to go down the WBSS route was an inspired decision that ultimately gave Josh the opportunity to become undisputed but had he gone with Steady Eddie and Sky a few years ago, he’d be a bigger household name and have a bigger bank balance…..but less belts. I just hope he can cash in now with some mega fights.

Interesting- you’d think Hearn etc would be all over him now, chucking contracts at him?

[Stairway 2 7]

Interesting- you’d think Hearn etc would be all over him now, chucking contracts at him?

He's with top rank now who are massive but American. His fights will probably be more in America now probably. I think he's been given this fight at the hydro as a homecoming then he could be back over for possible super fights, Lopez, Spence, Crawford

[Mon Dieu4]

Interesting- you’d think Hearn etc would be all over him now, chucking contracts at him?

Hearn was all over him and texting him galore to sign, they get on well but JT chose top rank as it was the easiest way to get the undisputed fight made and there would be no boxing politics involved

[Danderhall Hibs]

Hearn was all over him and texting him galore to sign, they get on well but JT chose top rank as it was the easiest way to get the undisputed fight made and there would be no boxing politics involved

:aok: Just read an article in the Guardian where JT is talking about legacy and belts being more important than fame and recognition which is a good attitude.

I'm not sure if I believe him though - based on his tweet about SPOTY not recognising him.

[hibbysam]

:aok: Just read an article in the Guardian where JT is talking about legacy and belts being more important than fame and recognition which is a good attitude.

I'm not sure if I believe him though - based on his tweet about SPOTY not recognising him.

Of course the titles and legacy are more important. It doesn’t mean recognition isn’t important at all though as that all builds towards legacy. Josh has shown the choices he has made that legacy is his ultimate end goal. He could have went with Matchroom and been a huge name with a huge bank balance. Instead he went with Top rank so he could get his Ramirez fight and at the time the Crawford fight.

[Danderhall Hibs]

Of course the titles and legacy are more important. It doesn’t mean recognition isn’t important at all though as that all builds towards legacy. Josh has shown the choices he has made that legacy is his ultimate end goal. He could have went with Matchroom and been a huge name with a huge bank balance. Instead he went with Top rank so he could get his Ramirez fight and at the time the Crawford fight.

It’s a good attitude and has served him well. I just took from the interview that although he says that he regrets it a bit due to the kicking recognition he gets.