Handbags at dawn! Kell Brook and Amir Khan have a Twitter spat

So Amir Khan has taken to Twitter again, this time to give a good ol' spat about Kell Brook... in which Kell hasn't been too happy with.

Amir has said: "Kell brook is fighting a guy who has lost a lot of fights, @PaulMalignaggi beat twice 140lbs, if they say brook is good. Test him with a genuine 147lb top 15 not even top 10 fighter. #allhype"

Kell Brook has reportedly taken a moral high ground by saying that all UK boxers should support each other: http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/boxing/13928439.stm

I'm on the fence with this one, Kell Brook doesn't seem like a nice chap after giving some bar man a slap... plus he seems to be stuck in fighting lower class fighters, "stick him in with Mike Jones!" people say... STICK HIM IN WITH ANYONE I SAY! But hot diggity, does Khan get my back up now and again. Why can't Amir grow a back bone and give a little jip face to face with someone aye?

Anyways, where does Kell Brook go after his fight with N'dou (maybe a fight with Vyacheslav Senchenko for the WBA Strap?). Would a fight with Brook be "value" enough for Khan?

Khan is only speaking the truth. As for supporting UK fighters, well Carl Froch said live on Setanta News that he wanted Calzaghe to lose to Hopkins. If fighters dont like each other it just tough. Brooks a good Euro level fighter though but he wont cut it at the very top

Khan needs to pull him head out of his own backside and realise he's not all that.

As far as im concerned Khan only said what everyone else thinks. And that is Brook is a good fighter but needs to step up opposition if he really want to prove himself

Khan is a vile, horrible individual.

Lumbering_Jack wrote:Khan is a vile, horrible individual.

On what grounds do you base that on?

BALTIMORA wrote:Khan needs to pull him head out of his own backside and realise he's not all that.

Get over it!...Khan is world champion and olympic silver medalist has every right to trash talk...What has Kell Brook done so far as a professional?

Brook has not always applied himself in the gym so suspect those handling him have been a little loath to put him in too deep until his commitment is there. Seems he is now knuckling down but for me would be better to concentrate on getting himself a belt. Inevitable Khan will move to welter some point as he looks pretty massive at lightwelter, if Brook has a belt and keeps winning could be a very exciting domestic clash because neither fighter is short of confidence or is the retiring type.

Carl Froch was a man about it - called Calzaghe out, plus he wanted a little exposure off the back of Calzaghe's name. Would you expect Calzaghe or Froch or the likes of Tyson Tweeting he would eat Lewis' babies? It's absurd my dear Steffan!

I think Brooks can grab himself an alphabet title, but if he doesn't make the step up I fear he will be trapped at a "good euro" level.

Steffan wrote:

Lumbering_Jack wrote:Khan is a vile, horrible individual.

On what grounds do you base that on?

From people that know the guy has said that Khan is a down to earth person...Jack is another Khan hater acting like he knows him

Bit over the top Lumbering, but no he isn't to everyone's taste.

On a different note, Paulie Malignaggi is having a funny row with Devon Alexander on Twitter today, after Devon called him out. Malignaggi just posted a photo titled 'Hi Devon', and it was Paulie giving the middle finger to the camera whilst fishing. Nutter, that bloke.

Khan's something of a poisonous little toad who'd stab his own gran in the back if it'd make him a quick profit. He's a guy who's benefited from careful matchmaking and who didn't even face all his domestic rivals. He's developed a reputation as a boxer who talks big but who tries to stiff his opponents when it comes to the purse, so as to accuse THEM of ducking HIM when they chuck his pitiful offer in his face.

What a nice guy...

Fists of Fury wrote:Bit over the top Lumbering, but no he isn't to everyone's taste.

On a different note, Paulie Malignaggi is having a funny row with Devon Alexander on Twitter today, after Devon called him out. Malignaggi just posted a photo titled 'Hi Devon', and it was Paulie giving the middle finger to the camera whilst fishing. Nutter, that bloke.

Alexander has lost his last 3 fights in my eyes...Not sure if he will fulfil his potential.

Steffan wrote:

Lumbering_Jack wrote:Khan is a vile, horrible individual.

On what grounds do you base that on?

His actions, both around boxing and in his personal life are disgusting. He ran a red light and apparently ruined a mans life, he didnt even apologise. His clan are nothing more than jumped up chavs.

The genius of PBF wrote:

Steffan wrote:

Lumbering_Jack wrote:Khan is a vile, horrible individual.

On what grounds do you base that on?

From people that know the guy has said that Khan is a down to earth person...Jack is another Khan hater acting like he knows him

And you're not much different.

BALTIMORA wrote:Khan's something of a poisonous little toad who'd stab his own gran in the back if it'd make him a quick profit. He's a guy who's benefited from careful matchmaking and who didn't even face all his domestic rivals. He's developed a reputation as a boxer who talks big but who tries to stiff his opponents when it comes to the purse, so as to accuse THEM of ducking HIM when they chuck his pitiful offer in his face.

What a nice guy...

Ridiculous comment but coming from you im not suprised...So what if he didn't face thaxton...He took on Maidana who was percieved as the most dangerous fighter at 140...Has fought quality since becoming champion...Look at the likes of Hatton bet you didn't criticise him did you!!!

BALTIMORA wrote:

The genius of PBF wrote:

Steffan wrote:

Lumbering_Jack wrote:Khan is a vile, horrible individual.

On what grounds do you base that on?

From people that know the guy has said that Khan is a down to earth person...Jack is another Khan hater acting like he knows him

And you're not much different.

Who were you refering to?

BALTIMORA wrote:

The genius of PBF wrote:

Steffan wrote:

Lumbering_Jack wrote:Khan is a vile, horrible individual.

On what grounds do you base that on?

From people that know the guy has said that Khan is a down to earth person...Jack is another Khan hater acting like he knows him

And you're not much different.

And you are?

Guys leave it out please, debate the topic or move on to another thread.

I think Khan needs to maybe delete his Twitter account, he doesn't do himself any favours on it.

Thanks Fists...

Back on topic:

1. Kell Brook, will he ACTUALLY step up?
2. Khan, will he actually FIGHT Brook?
3. What will my missus COOK for tea?

Fists of Fury wrote:Guys leave it out please, debate the topic or move on to another thread.

Like a bunch of kids some of them I tell you. Cant disagree without getting personal. Back to the topic.....Khan is a class act who may well become world P4P number 1 at some point

Shantel let's not try to rewrite the facts, shall we? Khan procrastinated terribly when it came to facing Maidana, to the point where he was faced with the ultimatum of fighting Maidana or being stripped of his belt. He wouldn't offer Peterson a decent payday, he was accused of the same thing against Maidana, McCloskey, Bradley and recently rumours have arisen about similar antics with Judah.

Let's look at the quality Khan has faced since becoming champion:

Salita - who?

Malignaggi - good but past his best and selected because he can't punch his way out a wet paper bag.

Maidana - a genuine threat who Khan tried to avoid until he was threatened with being stripped. A very good victory, but very nearly lost it in the 10th. Since made to look ordinary by a blown-up featherweight in his mid-30s...

McCloskey - unbeaten but unproven above Euro level, and not the best fight that was available.

Give the nonsense a rest, sunshine...

Lumbering_Jack wrote:

Steffan wrote:

Lumbering_Jack wrote:Khan is a vile, horrible individual.

On what grounds do you base that on?

His actions, both around boxing and in his personal life are disgusting. He ran a red light and apparently ruined a mans life, he didnt even apologise. His clan are nothing more than jumped up chavs.

He got CLEARED of dangerous driving...How would you know if he apologised or not?

The Galveston Giant wrote:I think Khan needs to maybe delete his Twitter account, he doesn't do himself any favours on it.

Best thing he could do with it. He's a PR disaster when he's on there. Methinks the boy isn't too bright.

School Project wrote:Thanks Fists...

Back on topic:

1. Kell Brook, will he ACTUALLY step up?
2. Khan, will he actually FIGHT Brook?
3. What will my missus COOK for tea?

1. Lets hope so. WBO title fight later this year maybe
2. No. Nothing to gain
3. Your liver with some fava beans and a nice chianti

Think Balti is referring to how you are acting as if you know him by saying he is a nice guy, when you are in no better position than those of us who criticise him. Quite obvious really.
Brook looked good against N'Dou, definitely time to step up, Senchenko would be a good bet.

I was referring to PBF.

BALTIMORA wrote:I was referring to PBF.

Ok

Steffan wrote:

Fists of Fury wrote:Guys leave it out please, debate the topic or move on to another thread.

Like a bunch of kids some of them I tell you. Cant disagree without getting personal. Back to the topic.....Khan is a class act who may well become world P4P number 1 at some point

For Khan to get close to P4P#1, he'll have to avoid the best for some time and wait for them to get old, good ol' trick used by Roach with another fighter of his

Whether he has priced himself out of other fights or not is unknown to me, I do know that he avoided Gary Buckland a few years back after getting whooped in the Amateurs by him... Khan will always have this quality in him.

BALTIMORA wrote:Shantel let's not try to rewrite the facts, shall we? Khan procrastinated terribly when it came to facing Maidana, to the point where he was faced with the ultimatum of fighting Maidana or being stripped of his belt. He wouldn't offer Peterson a decent payday, he was accused of the same thing against Maidana, McCloskey, Bradley and recently rumours have arisen about similar antics with Judah.

Let's look at the quality Khan has faced since becoming champion:

Salita - who?

Malignaggi - good but past his best and selected because he can't punch his way out a wet paper bag.

Maidana - a genuine threat who Khan tried to avoid until he was threatened with being stripped. A very good victory, but very nearly lost it in the 10th. Since made to look ordinary by a blown-up featherweight in his mid-30s...

McCloskey - unbeaten but unproven above Euro level, and not the best fight that was available.

Give the nonsense a rest, sunshine...

Salita was mandatory and unbeaten

Malignaggi is a good champion who took the quitter Cotto all the way in a close fight, bet you didn't criticise Hatton for facing him did you?

Maidana who nearly got stopped in the 1st the bell saved the guy a good win you cant criticise it.

McCloskey unbeaten fighter and a good tune up for Bradley who for some reason turned down the fight.

Bradley's promoter said the deal Khan offered was good.

You forgot to mention he shut out a very good underrated Kotelnik for some reason.

The nonsense is coming from you...so bitter

The genius of PBF wrote:

Lumbering_Jack wrote:

Steffan wrote:

Lumbering_Jack wrote:Khan is a vile, horrible individual.

On what grounds do you base that on?

His actions, both around boxing and in his personal life are disgusting. He ran a red light and apparently ruined a mans life, he didnt even apologise. His clan are nothing more than jumped up chavs.

He got CLEARED of dangerous driving...How would you know if he apologised or not?

Im not sure what he got charged with but he was banned and sanctioned. He is a low life.

slash912 wrote:Think Balti is referring to how you are acting as if you know him by saying he is a nice guy, when you are in no better position than those of us who criticise him. Quite obvious really.
Brook looked good against N'Dou, definitely time to step up, Senchenko would be a good bet.

I do know Khan so im in a better position then you lot.

Lumbering_Jack wrote:

The genius of PBF wrote:

Lumbering_Jack wrote:

Steffan wrote:

Lumbering_Jack wrote:Khan is a vile, horrible individual.

On what grounds do you base that on?

His actions, both around boxing and in his personal life are disgusting. He ran a red light and apparently ruined a mans life, he didnt even apologise. His clan are nothing more than jumped up chavs.

He got CLEARED of dangerous driving...How would you know if he apologised or not?

Im not sure what he got charged with but he was banned and sanctioned. He is a low life.

And that makes him a low life

I didn't mention Kotelnik because Khan didn't face him SINCE BECOMING CHAMPION. Jesus, is that too complicated for you Shantel?

Salita was the mandatory but you and I both know that he was bumped up to that position as an easy defence.

I gave Khan credit for Maidana, so perhaps you should re-read that one.

McCloskey was such a good tune-up he wasn't the first choice...wasn't even 2nd choice was he?

Malignaggi is/was a decent fighter, very slick and fast but punches like a six-year-old girl.

Why you keep bringing Hatton up I do not know. When he fought Malignaggi I thought it was a decent win against a slickster, but one who Hatton could afford to walk through.

Paulie still managed to mark Khan up though...

Bradley turned down the offer because it wasn't much more than he's guaranteed anyway in his next fight. Simple choice.

The genius of PBF wrote:

slash912 wrote:Think Balti is referring to how you are acting as if you know him by saying he is a nice guy, when you are in no better position than those of us who criticise him. Quite obvious really.
Brook looked good against N'Dou, definitely time to step up, Senchenko would be a good bet.

I do know Khan so im in a better position then you lot.

With your shared poor grammar I'm tempted to believe that, but without proof...pull the other one.

BALTIMORA wrote:I didn't mention Kotelnik because Khan didn't face him SINCE BECOMING CHAMPION. Jesus, is that too complicated for you Shantel?

Salita was the mandatory but you and I both know that he was bumped up to that position as an easy defence.

I gave Khan credit for Maidana, so perhaps you should re-read that one.

McCloskey was such a good tune-up he wasn't the first choice...wasn't even 2nd choice was he?

Malignaggi is/was a decent fighter, very slick and fast but punches like a six-year-old girl.

Why you keep bringing Hatton up I do not know. When he fought Malignaggi I thought it was a decent win against a slickster, but one who Hatton could afford to walk through.

Paulie still managed to mark Khan up though...

Bradley turned down the offer because it wasn't much more than he's guaranteed anyway in his next fight. Simple choice.

You were making some bs excuse saying Khan was forced into it somehow with Maidana...A short career as champion and a very respectful list of opponents he has beaten...I think your bitter and disrespectful

BALTIMORA wrote:

The genius of PBF wrote:

slash912 wrote:Think Balti is referring to how you are acting as if you know him by saying he is a nice guy, when you are in no better position than those of us who criticise him. Quite obvious really.
Brook looked good against N'Dou, definitely time to step up, Senchenko would be a good bet.

I do know Khan so im in a better position then you lot.

With your shared poor grammar I'm tempted to believe that, but without proof...pull the other one.

Moaning and Groaning as usual.

You were making some bs excuse saying Khan was forced into it somehow with Maidana...A short career as champion and a very respectful list of opponents he has beaten...I think your bitter and disrespectful.
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PBF - He was forced into the fight with Maidana... WBA Ranked Maidana (they have done since the Kotelnik fight). It just so happened he mentioned fighting Maidana after the Mallignagi fight. Yes he was up for the fight, but only because he didn't have much choice

Shantel are you some kind of special needs case? I'm not alone in my opinions of Khan and things like this Twitter spat do zero for his image other than to damage it still further. He acts like a petulant stroppy teenager.

It was widely documented that Khan was the one putting obstacles in the way of the Maidana fight, and also that he was told he'd be stripped unless he fought Maidana in due course.

If you want to fantasise, fabricate and accuse me of things which simply aren't true then by all means go ahead, but it's you who looks a fool with such behaviour, not I.

School Project wrote:You were making some bs excuse saying Khan was forced into it somehow with Maidana...A short career as champion and a very respectful list of opponents he has beaten...I think your bitter and disrespectful.
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PBF - He was forced into the fight with Maidana... WBA Ranked Maidana (they have done since the Kotelnik fight). It just so happened he mentioned fighting Maidana after the Mallignagi fight. Yes he was up for the fight, but only because he didn't have much choice

Am I right in thinking Khan was given the shot at Kotelnik on the terms that he'd fight Maidana afterwards? I thought Maidana was up to rematch Kotelnik or something, or am I mistaken?

I know Khan too.

I'm Spartacus

rowley wrote:I'm Spartacus

I'm Rihanna...

I'm Titss McGee

Didn't realise there was such a lot of chesticles on show in this here Spartacus blood and sand...shame it's cr@p.

I think chesticles can salvage anything.

slash912 wrote:I think chesticles can salvage anything.

With the possible exception of Vanessa Feltz and Bangkok ladyboys...

Ah of course, but that just goes without saying!

Exactly. Suffice to say Feltz would be my second option of those two...at least the ladyboys look a LITTLE feminine.