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Breidis Prescott dismisses threat from Kevin Mitchell

17 Nov 2009


Amir Khan's conqueror Breidis Prescott has warned Kevin Mitchell his power will claim another British prospect in their WBO lightweight title eliminator.

Feared Colombian puncher Prescott appeared to have done irreparable damage to Khan's career when he destroyed the Olympic silver medallist in 54 seconds little over a year ago.

Khan has since become a world champion and Prescott is hoping to follow suit - by dispatching Mitchell, Dagenham's highly rated 25-year-old, in Newcastle on December 5.

"Kevin is a good fighter but with all due respect to him Amir is better," he said.

"It's a tough fight for me but I'm a lot better prepared for this fight than for when I fought Amir.

"Beating Amir was a very important night for me, the best night of my career. It really put my name on the map.

"Amir came to the fight undefeated and after beating him I got worldwide recognition.

"I want a repeat of what happened that night and have been training hard to achieve that.

"I was surprised I beat Amir so early but I have punching power so anything can happen."

Prescott possess a fearsome record of 18 knockouts in 21 wins, but lost his last outing on a split decision against Miguel Vazquez.

"I feel like I have a lot to prove. I beat Amir but you're only as good as your last fight," said Prescott.

"It's about proving something to myself. I'd consider giving Khan a rematch."

Mitchell, undefeated in 29 contests and hoping to lock horns himself with Khan in the future, claims he has the chin to soak up everything Prescott can throw at him.

"Prescott said he fancies Amir as more of a talent than me. I think Amir is unbelievable but if I hit him on the chin he will go," he said.

"Prescott is a big puncher and will be dangerous for all 12 rounds. He's been a dangerman throughout his career.

"But I can bang and in around 100 amateur and pro fights I've only been knocked down once - and then the fight finished on points."

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