Luke Keeler has made a bold prediction ahead of his rematch with Conrad Cummings.
Keeler recorded a comprehensive unanimous points victory the last time the pair met at the SSE Arena last April.
Since then Co Tyrone boxer Cummings has reclaimed the WBO European middleweight title, beating Ferenc Berki at Titanic Exhibition Centre in December.
Keeler has fought just once since his SSE success, with injury stalling the Dubliner's career over the past 12 months.
But ahead of their rematch at the Ulster Hall this Friday, Keeler believes he has the power to stop Cummings and settle the score once and for all.
“In our first fight, I was fighting back from a shoulder injury and finding my feet with a new coach," Keeler said.
"I was happy to get a points win then but this time around I’m injury-free and punching without pain for the first I can remember.
“My technique is much better and I wouldn’t be at all surprised if the stoppage came. This is the perfect fight to build momentum and then push on to world level.
“This is my first solid year as a full-time professional and it’s sharpened my mind and body. I’m looking forward to show that to everyone on Friday.
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“I’m a different fighter to a year ago. My trainer can confirm that. At the beginning, we’d spend full sessions just improving footwork and balance.
"I’ve always had natural fighting ability and it carried me through but a few adjustments have changed me as a fighter
“I’m doing full-time training and I can dedicate all my time to it. I’m having proper meals and I’m resting properly. Before, I was juggling a full-time job and eating chicken fillet rolls on my break!”
In addition to the huge Cummings vs. Keeler rematch, the undercard features the likes of Tyrone McKenna, Steven Ward, Tyrone McCullagh, Sean McComb, Padraig McCrory and others.
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