When Naseem Hamed came to town- US debut vs. Kevin Kelly.

Looking at the thread about the possible matchup for Kell Brook vs. Shawn Porter- as Brook is the mandatory for Porter's belt- it reminded me about the time Hamed came to the US. In a much hyped and celebratory fashion. It was like America was waiting for the Prince to walk that aisle.

Can Brook have that same appeal? Unfortunately not. But He can have an impact if he wins and wins impressively against Porter if the fight is made. Which the fight, most likely, would be made- and made on US soil.

Flashback to Hamed vs. Kelly
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqrwAqkTKQE

Brooks is the polar opposite to the Price in terms of boxing style and personality. They have the same accent and that is about it. Brooks beat Porter.

Ironically, Naz and Brook were raised in the same gym.. The Ingle