Binnu ready for WBA title defence

WBA (World Boxing As­sociation) Oceania super bantamweight champion) Junior Binnu Singh is ready to de­fend his title against India's Harjot Singh at the Kings Boxing Promo­tion on July 25 at the Vodafone Arena in Suva.

The Nadroga-based professional boxer told SUNsports yesterday preparations had gone well as he looked to retain his regional crown.

"Preparation has been good. I've been training hard every day with my team and I'm feeling ready for the fight," Singh said.

Despite his confidence, Singh said he continued to work on key areas of his game.

"I'm improving my fitness, speed and overall boxing. Every training session is helping me become a bet­ter fighter," he said.

Singh expects a tough contest against Singh but believes he is well prepared.

"I respect my opponent and I'm ex­pecting a tough fight, but I'm ready to defend my title," he said.

He also called on boxing fans to pack Vodafone Arena on fight night.

"I'd like to invite all our support­ers, families and boxing fans to come out and support me."

He thanked his team, family, spon­sors and supporters for their con­tinued backing.