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Ricky Burns is ready to begin a new chapter in his career as he prepares to take on unbeaten Dejan Zlaticanin for the WBC international lightweight title at Glasgow's Braehead Arena on June 27, live on Sky Sports.
Burns' near two-year reign as WBO champion ended in March when the unbeaten Terence Crawford claimed his title in the Rickster's fifth defence.
The 31-year-old decided to freshen things up with a move down south to trainer Tony Sims, who guided middleweight Darren Barker to a world title, and the Scotsman says he is reaping the benefits of shifting camps.
"I have a real spring in my step for June 27," said Burns. "I have had some great nights over the years but I felt after the Crawford fight that it was time for a change and I have definitely got a new lease of life with Tony.
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Burns' near two-year reign as WBO champion ended in March when the unbeaten Terence Crawford claimed his title in the Rickster's fifth defence.
The 31-year-old decided to freshen things up with a move down south to trainer Tony Sims, who guided middleweight Darren Barker to a world title, and the Scotsman says he is reaping the benefits of shifting camps.
"I have a real spring in my step for June 27," said Burns. "I have had some great nights over the years but I felt after the Crawford fight that it was time for a change and I have definitely got a new lease of life with Tony.
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