Ringnews24.com: You are currently 9-0, what are your thoughts on how your career is progressing so far?
My career was a bit stop-start at the beginning, but now it’s really started to gain momentum and I’m excited to see what the future holds. I’ve just got to keep working hard in the gym and performing in the ring.
Ringnews24.com: You have recently taken your boxing career from Liverpool to the USA; can you tell us why you decided to switch?
It’s always been my dream to fight in America and when the opportunity opened up to me I grabbed it with both hands. It all started when I saw Olympic bronze medallist Tony Jeffries tweet “there’s a massive opportunity out here in L.A for any unbeaten prospects who aren’t in a contract” – over 80 boxers applied and I was the only one who got through.
Ringnews24.com: Who would you say has been your toughest opponent so far?
I haven’t really come across anyone who I thought was tough! Although my last fight in the UK, I was frustrating my opponent that much, he picked me up and body slammed me on to the canvas! [Laughs] I won by DQ.
Ringnews24.com: What do you consider your biggest win in the ring?
I would have to say my American debut! First round KO was a dream start for me.
Ringnews24.com: Which fight has taught you the most as a boxer?
It would probably have to be when I was an amateur fighting all over the world for my country! I gained a lot of experience and learned a lot of general ring craft over the years.
Ringnews24.com: Who would you like to fight in the near future?
I haven’t got my eye on no one in particular; I just fight whoever is in front of me and work my way up the rankings.
Ringnews24.com: Are there plans to fight for any titles soon?
Previous to coming to the States I only fought once in the past year! So I’m just looking forward to making up for some lost time! Title fights aren’t too far away though!
Ringnews24.com: Who is your dream opponent at your weight level?
I haven’t really got a dream opponent I’d like to fight, I just want to fight my way up to the number one spot and remain there for a long, long time.
Ringnews24.com: Which current champion would you prefer to challenge in a world title shot, and what about your style makes you feel you can beat them?
I believe when I get in a position to fight for a world title I can beat anyone in the world on my day.
Ringnews24.com: What do you hope to achieve in the rest of your career and do you have a timescale to reach your goals?
I want to be a world champion and it will come when the time is right. I’ve got a good team around me and I will just leave it to them, I will do my talking in the ring.
Ringnews24: What separates you from your competition; what makes you special?
I’ve got a completely unique style that has never been seen before.
Ringnews24.com: What is going on in your boxing career right now? Can you tell us when, where and who you will be fighting next?
My next fight is this Thursday 14th November in Hollywood and my opponent’s name is Dominic Coca.
Ringnews24.com: Do you have a message for the fans?
Follow my journey to the top and thanks for the continued support. Twitter – @johnnyquig Facebook – Johnny Quigley.
I’d like to say a big thank you to my management team Sheer Sports for their support and giving me a shot at a career in the US.
