Floyd Mayweather might be next
Friday 28 November 2014 06:57, UK
Amir Khan's Las Vegas duel in the MGM Grand against Devon Alexander will be live on Sky Sports 1.
The Bolton fighter travels to the fight capital of the world for the first time since April when he defeated Luis Collazo - and the prize for toppling Alexander may be a high-profile encounter with superstars Floyd Mayweather or Manny Pacquiao.
Sky Sports will bring you Khan v Alexander live on December 13 in what is another stellar addition to a remarkable 2014 in British boxing.
Khan said: "It’s great to be back on Sky Sports once again for what is one of the biggest fights of my career so far against Alexander. I have had a great training camp and have no doubts it’s going to be a very special night for me on December 13th, headlining at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
It’s great to be back on Sky Sports. I have no doubts it’s going to be a very special night for me.
"I look forward to putting on a spectacular performance for everyone tuning in on the night, against a very tricky and respected opponent in Alexander. I can’t wait to step in the ring again and am raring to go.”
Winner takes all
Adam Smith, executive producer of Sky Sports boxing, said: “This is a great fight, and fabulous night of action from Las Vegas. Boxing fans are in for a momentous week with all the build up and live action on Sky Sports.
”It’s a vital fight for Amir and for British boxing, with both fighters desperate for the chance that could come their way in 2015. It really is winner takes all in Las Vegas.”
