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By Jake Donovan - It's been the same story before and after every fight for nearly all notable overseas fighters. The pre-fight claim is to be focused on the present task at hand, and don't want to overlook their opponent by discussing future plans. Once a victory comes about, the goal for the next fight is to live out a long-time dream of fighting in the United States.
Of course, something always gets in the way. There's not enough money offered by a major network – why fight in the US unless they're ready to empty the vault. It's not the right opportunity. Prior alphabet title obligations are better served to honor at home, but the next fight… you get the idea.
So it was a bit refreshing to hear undefeated Arthur Abraham (26-0, 21KO), moments after knocking out Elvin Ayala in the 12th round this past Saturday, to add a new twist to the stateside tour claim: an actual date and possible opponent to go along with it.
No name was offered, regarding who will be the first to welcome Abraham to the United States. But that there is a June 21 date being reserved for his American debut lends validity to what would otherwise be viewed as an empty claim. [details]
Of course, something always gets in the way. There's not enough money offered by a major network – why fight in the US unless they're ready to empty the vault. It's not the right opportunity. Prior alphabet title obligations are better served to honor at home, but the next fight… you get the idea.
So it was a bit refreshing to hear undefeated Arthur Abraham (26-0, 21KO), moments after knocking out Elvin Ayala in the 12th round this past Saturday, to add a new twist to the stateside tour claim: an actual date and possible opponent to go along with it.
No name was offered, regarding who will be the first to welcome Abraham to the United States. But that there is a June 21 date being reserved for his American debut lends validity to what would otherwise be viewed as an empty claim. [details]
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