Carl Froch sends message to 'clown' KSI and reveals what could tempt boxing comeback
13.10.2023 - 10:45
/ manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Carl Froch has called-out ‘clown’ KSI ahead of the YouTube star’s high-profile bout with Tommy Fury.
And Froch, who called time on his career almost a decade ago, admits an exhibition clash with the YouTuber could prove a tempting return to the ring. KSI and Fury will lock horns this weekend with the former putting his unbeaten record on the line at Manchester Arena.
The fight has been preceded by months of heated build-up on social media and in press conferences, with millions set to tune-in to a card that also includes Logan Paul’s clash with Dillon Danis. Froch, who called time on his boxing career in 2014, was quizzed this week on a potential return to the ring - after Manny Pacquiao’s desire to compete at the 2024 Olympics was revealed.
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But while the 46-year-old poured cold water on claims he could return to competitive boxing given his respect for the sport, he admitted that an exhibition fight with a ‘clown’ such as KSI could appeal.
In an interview with LuckyBlock.com, Froch said: “I could be tempted back - but not for a proper fight, maybe an exhibition. I’ve got too much respect for professional boxing to jump in with a pro boxer and try and compete at a level that I know I’d need to be at.
“Unless there was someone I thought - he’s absolutely useless and he’s a world champ.
“I retired at nearly 37 for a reason and that reason was that the desire was gone. And physically it was getting harder and harder. So, if it was too hard for me to do nine years ago, I’m not stupid enough to think I could do it now.
KSI takes on Tommy Fury at the AO Arena in Manchester on Saturday, October 14th as he hopes to cause an upset. Logan Paul will