Kessler has promised a slaughter of his own as he finally gets his chance to impress the US audience on HBO’s Boxing After Dark series.

The Viking believes this is his big showcase fight. He said: “The American fans will really enjoy seeing my fights. I fight like my (inspiration), Oscar De La Hoya, only I am bigger and stronger than Oscar.

“I try and put together speed, skill and strength all at once in my fights. I want to show boxing fans around the world that I’m the best fighter in the division, the best in the world. If Calzaghe will not fight me, other top fighters will. I will fight anyone, anytime and I will travel anywhere in the world to prove I am the best.”

That’s not just an empty boast, according to his promoter.

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Now...that being read...does anyone agree?

Does Kessler fight like Oscar? Does he have the drive? The heart?

I think...YES.

Maybe not the same skill level...but he's got heart & he seems damned determined.