Since turning pro in June, 2005, middleweight Peter Quillin has confidently pounded his way to a superb 20-0 (15) record. Over the last 16 months, the Brooklyn based "Kid Chocolate" has defeated the likes of former world title challenger Antwun Echols, Colombian bomber Dionisio Miranda and most recently, rugged battler Sam Hill.

The 26 year old contender will now face seasoned Indianapolis veteran Jose "Seek and Destroy" Spearman, 27-15-5 (11), at the M2 Ultra Lounge in New York, NY on August 19. SaddoBoxing had the good fortune to interview Peter about his upcoming bout, coming back from injury and much more.

SaddoBoxing: You are facing Jose Spearman on August 19th at M2 Ultra Lounge. In terms of being a test or a challenge, what does your opponent offer you?

Peter Quillin: "Well, he's got some losses and I'm undefeated, but I know that one punch could change the fight. I don't overlook that, regardless who my opponent is. I always do the best I can".

SB: You experienced a hand injury during your last fight. How is the hand now?

PQ: "The surgery was done by Dr. Melone and it is 100%. I broke it during my last fight, and still stopped my opponent, Sam Hill, in the 10th round, and he was known to be a survivor in the ring. My hand is healed, it's great, its 100%".

SB: How's training camp in Ohio?

PQ: "I'm here for about a month before my fight. I'm working harder and really improving with my trainer, Colin Morgan. When I'm not here, I'm at Trinity Boxing Club".

SB: Without looking past this fight, who do you want to earn a fight with?

PQ: "Anyone with the WBC, IBF or WBA championship belts. Maybe fight the winner of the vacant IBF title fight coming up. I definitely want Kelly Pavlik".

SB: What do you present to your weight division and boxing in general?

PQ: "The excitement".

SB: Anything else you'd like to express?

PQ: "I would like to personally thank you, as well as my fans for keeping me in goodwill and good spirits. I'd like to thank my trainer Colin Morgan and my promoter Cedric Kushner. And I am grateful for my team and all their support. See you all on August 19th at M2 Ultra Lounge".

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