Commonwealth super-bantamweight Carl Frampton will face European champ Kiko Martinez at the Odyssey Arena in Belfast on February 9th. The pair who were due to collide on September will now get it on with titles on the line, Frampton’s promoter Eddie Hearn has announced.
“He’s pulled out on me twice so I have a score to settle with him there,” said Frampton. “It’s a great fight for the fans and one that I have craved for a long time. I had too much for Steve Molitor and he was a step-up, so I am confident I can beat Kiko and do so in style.
“Martinez pulling out in September was a blessing in disguise really as I have been able to mature and learn even more and on February in front of another packed crowd at home, I’m looking to make another statement ahead at the start of a big year.”
Frampton’s manager Barry McGuigan added: “We’re pleased this fight is going to happen. I’ve always said that Kiko is a danger from first bell to last and I believe it’s a harder fight than Molitor. Styles make fights and this one is going to be a barn-burner, and the team is confident that Carl will win, and win in style.”
Tickets will go on sale at 10am tomorrow morning from the Odyssey Arena website – www.odysseyarena.com
