Crolla 'ready' for big Linares face-off
Reporter: Simon Smedley
Date published: 23 September 2016
Photo: Lawrence Lustig
ANTHONY Crolla
ANTHONY Crolla's recent WBA world triumphs have given him a crucial extra shot of confidence he will undoubtedly need tomorrow as he bids to unify THREE prestige lightweight titles.
The Manchester Arena will be packed again as 'Million Dollar' takes on Venezualan tough guy Jorge Linares for the WBA Diamond title, his opponent's WBC strap, and the Ring Magazine belt, which is only placed on the line when a division's undisputed best on the planet is to be crowned.
It's going to be a tough ask for Chadderton-based Crolla, but recent stoppage wins against Darleys Perez and Ismael Barroso have clearly had a major effect.
Crolla said: "I've got massive respect for Linares, but I'm ready for him now.
"I'm so full of confidence after my last two victories.
"I know it's going to be tough, but I'm getting better and better with every fight and these three belts will be staying in Manchester."
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