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Born champion

YOU were perhaps the world’s most sought-after free agent. Why did you choose to sign with Matchroom?

This was the best decision for me right now. I know Eddie will back me 100 per cent, and I’ll put 100 per cent in, and it’s gonna be good – a power duo.

This is gonna lead to me being undisputed, collecting all the belts, and making myself a marquee guy. A mega superstar – so you [rivals] can’t turn down nothing.

How influential was their relationship with your friend Andy Cruz?

I liked how they was moving Andy. I like the things they done for him, and how they treat him. He speaks positively about them.

What about the extent to which they promote geographically, and you having previously told of your desire to 

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