Buffer: I'll get bigger buzz in Glasgow than Vegas

Wednesday 5 September 2012

THERE'S no show without punch.

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Jim Black

Hence the reason why promoter Frank Warren is employing the services of the ring announcer dubbed "the voice of boxing" for his forthcoming production featuring the World Boxing Organisation lightweight champion Ricky Burns and Kevin Mitchell at Glasgow's SECC.

Michael Buffer, the legendary American MC who is famous for his catchphrase "Let's get ready to rumble", has introduced every great boxer of the past 30 years including Mike Tyson, Sugar Ray Leonard, Oscar de la Hoya, Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather.But with predictable hype, the smooth talking Buffer, a regular feature on the Las Vegas fight scene, claims that the so-called Battle of Britain on September 22 will outdo Sin City for passion and fervour.Indeed, Buffer went as far yesterday as to claim that his stint in Glasgow will give him a greater buzz than working in the glare of the bright lights of the sport's unofficial headquarters.Buffer, last in the UK in July to officiate at the heavyweight grudge match between David Haye and Dereck Chisora, said: "I didn't need to be asked twice when I was offered the chance to come to Glasgow for this fight."I jumped at the chance because I want to be there when two of the best lightweights are fighting each other. The fight taking place at such a great venue makes it even better and the fan rivalry will add to the mix. The fans will be extremely vocal and the occasion should be electric and very memorable."Forget about Vegas or Madison Square, Burns-Mitchell will have the same atmosphere as the epic Ken Buchanan-Jim Watt battle nearly 40 years ago. "I remember watching two of the all-time greats on TV back in the 70s. Buchanan was the master boxer and Watt was the heavier puncher. I was shocked when I found out recently that Watt isn't in the Boxing Hall of Fame alongside Buchanan and I hope that glaring omission is rectified soon."This fight between Burns and Mitchell will be more of the same. Burns is the master boxer, while Mitchell is the more dangerous puncher."Burns, 29, from Coatbridge, added: "Buffer is already a legend and it's an honour that he is going to introduce me on the biggest night of my career. As a kid watching all the big fights on TV, I was always aware of Buffer's distinctive voice and those five famous words."Meanwhile, the St Andrew's Sporting Club, recognised as the home of Scottish boxing, has secured a five-figure sponsorship with the leading sportswear company Everlast.Tommy Gilmour, the proprieter, plans to use the cash to secure more title bouts as the club prepares to celebrate its 40th year."The St Andrew's has been a breeding ground for so many greats like Jim Watt and Ken Buchanan," he said.

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