Khan calls out Mayweather after unanimous decision win over Algieri
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NEW YORK: Britain's Amir Khan took a unanimous decision victory Friday over American Chris Algieri in a welterweight matchup, then called out unbeaten Floyd Mayweather for a world title showdown.
Khan improved to 31-3 with his fifth victory in a row, which came by judges' scores of 117-111, 117-111 and 115-113.
Algieri fell to 20-2 with his second defeat in a row, the other coming last November at Macau at the hands of Filipino star Manny Pacquiao -- who lost to treble world champion Mayweather in boxing's richest-ever megafight earlier this month.
“Amir Khan wants to fight Floyd Mayweather,” Khan screamed in the ring. “I want that next. I'm number one World Boxing Council (challenger). He's the champion. So let's make it happen.”
That might be easier said than done. Khan thought he might fight Mayweather in May last year but the US star instead decided to fight Argentina's Marcos Maidana.
Khan kept Algieri at bay much of the night, the American landing a strong combination early in the eighth round but unable to connect often enough to claim victory.
“He come to fight, wanted to win, had his home crowd, but I came here to win,” Khan said, adding he had to resort to “Plan B” to defeat the hometown hero.
Khan said support from the crowd helped him push to the finish and secure the decision.
“The crowd really fired me up the last three rounds when Chris really came at me hard,” Khan said.
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May 30, 2015 09:11am
Good stuff..keep it up kid....you are a good influence on younger Muslim generation...
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May 30, 2015 09:11am
Well done and best wishes for your next fight.
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May 30, 2015 09:14am
My confidence in Khan went down a bit after watching this.. it was too close. I dont think he can win against Mayweather.
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May 30, 2015 09:30am
Amir Khan is no match for Mayweather.
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May 30, 2015 09:58am
Khan is a contender, and will be if Floyd Mayweather wants the money.
He doesn't need the money. Khan deserves a match. Mayweather isn't afraid of him but will fight when he wants to.
Khan's eyes are lighting up with dollar signs in them. He knows he's better than Manny Pacquiao, and boxing fans want a better fight than Mayweather v Pacquiao.
Mayweather probably will fight Khan when Floyd feels like training. Mayweather could retire. He has other interests. He already has the fame and the money, but Amir Khan would not be as big a draw in Las Vegas without a Mayweather fight.
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May 30, 2015 10:00am
Well done khan.
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May 30, 2015 10:23am
the formidable Floyd Mayweather much hard to denigrate from the world boxing title by Amir but be possible with endurance alongith indefatigable strategy
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May 30, 2015 10:25am
@jawad tihar you know nothing about boxing!
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May 30, 2015 10:37am
Great win... Keep Going... Train Hard and best of luck for Mayweather.
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May 30, 2015 10:40am
Great fight by AK. We were all celebrating the victory here in Multan, Punjab, Pakistan ... PAKISTAN ZINDABAD
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May 30, 2015 11:24am
@jawad tihar : Mayweather is getting older and Pacquiao with one hand can fight Amir with two hands can knock him out easily.
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May 30, 2015 11:27am
Well done Amir. We from the subcontinent is very proud of you. Go on beat that overrated Mayweather. You surely will. Bravo!!
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May 30, 2015 11:34am
Great show AK. Mayweather needs to give AK his much deserved fight.
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May 30, 2015 11:34am
Khan rocked
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May 30, 2015 11:37am
That wasn't a very impressive performance from Amir...he missed too many opportunities to close out and was way too defensive and kept falling back. If Algieri someone who lost to Pacquiao who lost to Mayweather can dominate him for a good part of the match, how does he expect to win against Mayweather. Come on Amir, you need to be a little more aggressive and don't miss out on closing out the opportunities when you had a one and two and all it needs is a three and then for some reason you step back!
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May 30, 2015 11:51am
That`s the spirit and courage. Bravo!
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May 30, 2015 12:20pm
@jawad tihar
Amir's quickness can destroy Mayweather defence. Looks like you are boxing illiterate.
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May 30, 2015 01:05pm
As an American I support Khan cuz he is better fighter and he can tear up Mayweather.
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May 30, 2015 01:23pm
@Safdar Really? Who was better then Mohammad Ali and how did his presence in the ring positively influenced Muslims worldwide? Give 5 concrete examples and outcome of the impact he created
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May 30, 2015 02:08pm
@Sam Do you think Khan fights to win and others dont? Well everyone wants to win. There would be competition for sure. Khan won all 3 sets, it may be close but opponent couldnt win single set. Why do you say he would lose to Mayweather? I love to see the fitness, energy, passion and hunger to win in Amir Khan.
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May 30, 2015 03:48pm
Sorry but Mayweather is streets ahead.
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May 30, 2015 04:03pm
The khan
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May 30, 2015 04:27pm
@Muhammed ali Then why he is running away from Khan ?
This is not the first time AK inviting him to fight.
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May 30, 2015 05:07pm
Congratulations, well done KHAN
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May 30, 2015 05:26pm
Floyd Maywether is a chump. He won't find Khan knowing there is 1% percent of losing. He only fights when he is sure to win. Khan is a true champion because he is people's champion.
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May 30, 2015 05:29pm
Floyd run hit & run in boxing and that makes it boring .Khan brings excitement to the ring .He is a fighter who gets in the ring and get to your face and says hit me or i will hit you. I mean really come on was Pac vs Floyd a good fight ,"i dont think so" it was boring as hell.
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May 30, 2015 06:49pm
I did not see AK's fight, but one thing for sure in Las Vegas house always wins. You might be thrown a bone. I did not mean to be deflating but that's the reality or unreality.
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May 30, 2015 06:57pm
It seems most of those commenting here didn't watch this match. Amir Khan's win over Algieri was a clean victory - it was not even close! Amir boxed Algieri in the American's home turf- New York, yet it was these same NYC fans loudly cheering for Amir, the Pak-Brit champion boxer. The venue was packed with majority pro-Amir Americans and famous personalities who came from near and far to support Amir.
Amir is an outstanding young man, an incredibly talented boxer who's lightening speed jabs kept spectators on the edge of their seats . His ability to out maneuver his opponents with his agile footwork and his turbo charged energy is what makes him one of the world's most talented boxers. Amir's humbleness and devout strong faith makes him a superhero in the eyes of his devoted worldwide fans.
Inshallah, Amir will win against Mayweather since Amir's much younger then his opponent and will wear him down with little effort.
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May 30, 2015 07:05pm
@Pakistan That's called tactics. It doesn't matter how you win, just play fair and winning matters.
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May 30, 2015 07:21pm
@SNR Why would you think he is running away from Khan....Mayweather is a proven champ without a blemish on his record. ...whereas Khan has been beaten by average joeJoe fighters. s
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May 30, 2015 08:41pm
Well done!! You are a role model for our youngsters!! Stay blessed..
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May 30, 2015 09:23pm
@Ashar Amir of old would have done exactly what you are suggesting. But, Amir of old might have got knocked out. Virgil has taught him to be more defensive and use controlled aggression. Khan of old was more entertaining but he was taking too many risks. Mayweather will not be able to outbox Khan and Mayweather is not a knockout artist. Khan to win against Mayweather on points, if and when it happens.
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May 30, 2015 09:33pm
@SNR would u fight with a 5 year old kid if he challanges u? "No". so Its same about maywether and khan.
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May 30, 2015 10:01pm
I am an Indian and I respect khan more than the good for nothing Pakistani actors....people like him, wasim akram, imran khan, and several other great sportsmen are a blessing of God to our sub continent.
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May 31, 2015 12:11am
Mayweather only has one fight left if his current contract. He will probably want to fight an over the hill fighter like himself, e.g. Manny Paqeou. Another fight with Manny will produce more money and will be less risky to his legacy of retiring undefeated.
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May 31, 2015 12:31am
Calm down. Don't embarrass yourself
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May 31, 2015 04:19am
@Rob You really think that boxing is fair these days, especially if its 'staged' in Las Vegas?
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May 31, 2015 08:40am
Amir will have to improve a lot in his attack strategies. His defense is good but it gets compromised when he is attacking giving a lot of opportunity to the opponent
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May 31, 2015 12:11pm
Lets not jump the gun, Mayweather is a fighter too, plus more confident as 40 plus wins under his belt, take a step at a time Khan Boxing quickly becomes an ego issue
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May 31, 2015 06:13pm
Mayweather wants to fight him in August because Amir won't be able to train properly due to Ramadan. Mayweather knows that and he is using it to his opportunity. Amir will have to take his chances by fighting half fit because this may be the only time he will be able to take on Mayweather.
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May 31, 2015 10:28pm
Khan just wants his pay cheque. His punches don't carry any power and technique won't take him far vs great Mayweather.
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