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Now Murray calls out Khan

Mancunian eyes another domestic dust-up

Last updated: 2nd July 2008

Khan: Called out

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Undefeated lightweight John Murray is talking himself up as a possible opponent for Commonwealth champion Amir Khan later this year.

The Manchester-based fighter takes on Lee Meager for the vacant British title on Friday week and, assuming he defeats his stablemate, wants to challenge Khan when the former Olympic silver medallist next fights in September.

"I would love to fight Amir and it's the logical fight to happen," said the 23-year-old, who has won each of his 24 fights to date.

"We are both unbeaten and both from Lancashire. Hopefully I will be winning the British belt and then it will be a fight with two belts on the line. It could happen at the MEN Arena in Manchester on September 6.

"He's talking about fighting for the world title, but he's not even the best in Lancashire. It would be a massive fight for Greater Manchester and also for the whole country.

"I wasn't really impressed with him against Michael Gomez the other week. Gomez will probably tell you himself he is past his best but he still gave Amir lots of trouble. Khan should be taking care of people better than he has done.

"This fight with Lee is an excellent opportunity for me to move my career on, especially as it could lead to a fight with Amir."