Warren: Taylor's management refused Calzaghe

[elgaringo]

Actually I think the problem is with Frank Warren. He feeds his boxers bums for years, until he gets them a meaningful fight.

I mean, Ricky Hatton had to fight 39 fighters, before he fought Kostya for the world title. Joe Calzaghe could be have gone to USA 5 years ago and possibly been a bigger star.

In my opinion, a better promoter in the UK is Frank Maloney, who was also Lennox Lewis promoter. Frank Maloney is the promoter of David Hayes, who won the silver medal at the 2001 World Amateur Championships. His the type of promoter that can get the big fighs early on and get exposure for the fighter. David Haye is now set to fight Cruiserweight Champion O'Neil Bell.

I believe Warren pulls it out of the hat sometimes, but all too often he keeps his fighters wining and making money. Then in the process prevents his potential greats from being great

[medium-deek]

How highly is Glen Johnson regarded in the USA? I was under the impression this guy was well thought off by americans and that in the event of a Johnson win against Woods, a fight with Calzaghe would go some way to winning Yanks over. Johnson may be getting on a bit age wise, but I think he may still be a credible fighter. Correct??