sportbible logo

To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we're happy to send you some reminders

Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications

Amir Khan vs. Vijender Singh Is A Possibility

Amir Khan vs. Vijender Singh Is A Possibility

Super-fight alert.

Nasir Jabbar

Nasir Jabbar

Following his victory on Saturday in his native India, Vijender Singh is already eyeing up a potential super-fight with Amir Khan.

The 30-year-old Indian claimed the WBO Asia Pacific champion while improving his record to a perfect 7-0 after out-pointing Kerry Hope, though more importantly propelled him in the WBO world rankings.

Despite sending his faithfuls jubilant, Singh is planning his route ahead, targeting a fight with British-Pakistani and former world champion Amir Khan in the near future - who's coming off a devastating knock-out loss to 'Canelo' as he is mulls over his next move. Singh spoke of his plans post-fight;

"My world ranking will be in the top 15. I will get harder fights now but I am ready. I will work with my coaches and mt team and we will go for it. Mine and Amir's weight categories are different. So, in case he increases his weight or I decrease mine then we can work it out. We are thinking about it, so lets see."

Promoter Frank Warren also weighed in on the fight;

"In the long term, we will keep an eye on Amir Khan as well. That fight over here will be phenomenal, it will be a massive fight. We have tentatively talked to Amir's team, I know they want it, I know Vijender wants it."

The Bolton-native even took to Twitter to congratulate him on his latest win as he threw in a subtle jab.

India and Pakistan are renown for their fierce rivalry especially in the field of cricket, but it could be renewed inside a boxing ring as Singh continues to rise to prominence while Khan remains eager to fight in Asia.

Featured Image Credit:

Topics: Boxing, Amir Khan