Tuesday 16 August 2016 17:29, UK
Gennady Golovkin says Kell Brook represents his 'biggest test' - but maintains he is not scared of losing his world titles to the Brit.
Golovkin will put his WBA Super, WBC and IBF world middleweight belts on the line against Brook on September 10 at The O2 in London, live on Sky Sports Box Office.
Brook's eagerness to take on the Kazakh is intriguing given he is jumping two weight divisions to make the contest happen.
I understand this is not easy, this is true. It is very serious business for us. I am ready 100 per cent for September 10
Golovkin has won all bar three of his 32 fights so far by knockout, with the rest going his way on points.
Brook's record, however, is similar and although he has recorded just 25 knockouts, he boasts a 100 per cent winning return from 36 bouts.
Turning out in front of a passionate crowd at The Dorchester hotel in London, the Sheffield-born fighter was in confident mood when the boxers spoke to the media on Monday.
Golovkin is not concerned though and said: "I'm not scared. This is business. I understand my situation and my position. It is business and I respect sport. I respect boxing. I am ready.
"I am very excited. I am very happy to be here in London. Right now, I can give the UK fans an amazing event.
"I believe this is the biggest fight for us because I see Kell [and] I respect him. I respect his team, he has a very good and very strong team.
"I understand this is not easy, this is true. It is very serious business for us. I am ready 100 per cent for September 10.
"I believe I will bring an amazing show, like a drama show. This is the biggest test for me because Kell is a true champion. It's the biggest test for me, absolutely."
