Breidis Prescott is hoping to take another British scalp, after his first round knockout of Amir Khan, when he faces Kevin Mitchell in a WBO lightweight title eliminator.
The heavy-handed Colombian appeared to have done irreparable damage to Khan's career when he destroyed the Olympic silver medallist in 54 seconds little over a year ago. However, Khan bounced back to claim a world title and Prescott is hoping to do the same after taking care of Dagenham’s highly rated Mitchell in Newcastle on December 5.
"Kevin is a good fighter but with all due respect to him Amir is better," said Prescott.
"It's a tough fight for me but I'm a lot better prepared for this fight than for when I fought Amir.
"Beating Amir was a very important night for me, the best night of my career. It really put my name on the map.
"Amir came to the fight undefeated and after beating him I got worldwide recognition.
"I want a repeat of what happened that night and have been training hard to achieve that.
"I was surprised I beat Amir so early but I have punching power so anything can happen."
Prescott holds a fearsome record of 18 knockouts in 21 wins, but lost his last outing on a split decision against Miguel Vazquez.
"I feel like I have a lot to prove. I beat Amir but you're only as good as your last fight," said Prescott.
"It's about proving something to myself. I'd consider giving Khan a rematch,” he added.
The 25-year-old Mitchell, undefeated in 29 contests and hoping to lock horns himself with Khan in the future, claims he has the chin to soak up everything Prescott can throw at him.
"Prescott said he fancies Amir as more of a talent than me. I think Amir is unbelievable but if I hit him on the chin he will go," he said.
"Prescott is a big puncher and will be dangerous for all 12 rounds. He's been a danger man throughout his career.
"But I can bang and in around 100 amateur and pro fights I've only been knocked down once - and then the fight finished on points."
