A Chat with the "Nigerian Nightmare" Samuel Peter
Ike Enwereuzor - 7/1/2005
I had a brief chance to speak with North America Boxing Federation (NABF) and United States Boxing Association (USBA) Heavyweight champion Samuel Peter only days before his showdown with North America Boxing Association (NABA) Heavyweight Champion, Taurus Sykes.
The "Nigerian Nightmare" has explosive power, which he demonstrated in knocking out contender Jeremy Williams in three short rounds. In early 2005, Peter once again put the heavyweight division on notice by stopping Cuban heavyweight prospect Yanqui Diaz in five rounds.
Ike: How is training coming along for your fight with Taurus Sykes?
Peter: Everything is going good. I'm already in Reno waiting for Taurus Sykes. Let Sykes do all the talking, I'll do mine in the ring! He said I never fought anyone like him… well I'll be ready on July 2..so I hope he's ready.
Ike: Describe your fight with Jeremy Williams?
Peter: Williams was talking just like Sykes is doing now. I told everyone I was going to knock Jeremy Williams out and I did. The same big mouth Williams had…Sykes now has. Sykes's is going to be punished. Tune into to Showtime Saturday, July 2.
Ike: How was the Gilbert Martinez fight?
Peter: He was a southpaw; I have sparred with many of them so I knew how to handle them pretty well. The fight was easier than I thought it will be.
Ike: Your thoughts on all the heavyweight champions today?
Peter: They are all good champions, I respect them. Everyone is just trying to take care of their Business. But I'm ready for all of them. I have what it takes beat all of them.
Ike: Your thoughts on Vitali Klitschko?
Peter: He's good but I know I can beat him on any night. I am ranked No.6 by WBC so I'm getting closer. However, Lets take care of Taurus Sykes first then we can talk about Vitali Klitschko.
Ike: Any comment to your fans?
Peter: I want to thank all my fans for their support. I'm going to take away his Sykes title. I'm bringing a new style to Boxing. I love all my fans. Thank you.
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