WBA world super-bantamweight champion Scott Quigg will make the 5th defence of the title against Kiko Martinez at the Manchester Arena on July 18 live on Sky Sports.
Quigg destroyed his first 3 oppo’s in quick succession before tough Jap Hidenori Otake took him the distance in Liverpool last November, now Martinez who has twice fough Carl Frompton in belfast is the latest challenger for the Bury star.
“I was very busy and the break has done me good – I am refreshed,” said Quigg. “We know what Kiko brings, he’s been in everyone’s backyard and this is the toughest fight of my career – but there’s one thing I know, I will beat him on July 18.
“He’s strong, he comes forward and he’s a big puncher. It will be the best performance of my career and it will need to be, I predict a devastating victory.
“This is a dangerous fight and those are the ones I want. It’s the type of fight that you get out of bed for your morning runs for – the fear of losing that World title makes me work even harder.”
Tickets on sale now, priced £40, £60, £80, £100 and £150 through www.manchester-arena.com or by calling 0844 847 8000. VIP’s are available exclusively through www.matchroomboxing.com priced at £300.