Froch loses battle over venue
Carl Froch has lost the battle to stop his Super Six showdown with Mikkel Kessler being staged in Herning, Denmark after it was confirmed they will square off at the MCH Messecentre.
The WBC super-middleweight champion had initially been expected to take on Dane Kessler in Copenhagen.
However, after protracted negotiations, it was announced on Friday evening the fight will be at the MCH Messecentre in Herning on April 24.
Froch's promoter Hennessy Sports will announce details of British television coverage next week, with Super Six organisers Showtime holding the rights in America.
"I am upset for my fans with the change of date but this has not been preventable due to scheduling issues," said the Nottingham fighter.
"I just hope that my fans will understand this change and will still come in their thousands to support me in Herning.
"I am looking to be the first fighter to take Mikkel Kessler out before the final bell.
"I have gone to Jermain Taylor's backyard and defended my belt and I am more than happy to do the same with Kessler. As the champion I will prove that I can fight and beat the best anywhere."
Froch's promoter Mick Hennessy added: "I would just like to assure the British fans that me and Carl have been working hard with Team Sauerland behind the scenes to finalise all issues before we could make this formal announcement, so as to not mislead anyone."
Date published :
12 Feb 2010 - 20:14:30
