The countdown is nearly over and on Saturday night Colchester‘s Lee Purdy take to the ring in Atlantic City to face Devon Alexander for his chance to get his hands on the IBF world welterweight title.
With the final presser out of the way here is what the 2 fighters had to say –
DEVON ALEXANDER, IBF Welterweight World Champion
“‘Finally’ is the key word here. My fight with Kell Brook was postponed three times. I was supposed to fight him many times, but now I’m fighting Lee Purdy who’s a very suitable opponent for me.
“I’m ready. It doesn’t matter what Lee Purdy is going to bring Saturday night. He’s in the wrong place at the wrong time. I’m ready to fight. I’ve been ready to fight.
“This fight will lead to bigger and better things with SHOWTIME.”
LEE PURDY, Number Four Rated IBF Welterweight Contender
“I’m a big underdog in a lot of peoples’ eyes. I’m here to fight and put on a good show for the fans.
“Fans are paying their hard earned money for entertainment and they don’t want to see fighters holding for 12 rounds.
“This is a fight that I’ve wanted. I’m coming to bring the upset.”