As some might know, I'm a fairly recent convert to the sport of boxing, having got into it after working with a guy who was a passionate fan, and my casual interest (I was one of those fans that watch the big fights, and don't pay much attention if someone doesn't end up with a belt) into a passion for the sport.

I love the debate about fighters, arguing about who's better and how styles will match, and even when I criticise the heart of fighters, I know that if I stepped through the ropes, I would be dropping logs and I imagine that it is such a test of character. On a basic level, everyone who steps through the ropes with a matched opponent gets my respect.

As for your fight Dave, I can't believe I've gone from a thread where I have said that Freddie Roach is so inspirational, and your fight is equal to that, and I send you my own thoughts and prayers. It is good to see so many people that do put their faith in god here, whatever your denomination, and I second their messages.

Keep the faith bro, and He will see you through to his will, and please keep us updated on how things go with your treatment. At the end of the day CC's are jack s**t off here, but here's another one just for the heck of it.