Crolla vs Burns: Anthony Crolla open to facing Luke Campbell
Sunday 8 October 2017 14:56, UK
Anthony Crolla says he is open to the prospect of facing domestic lightweight rival Luke Campbell.
The former WBA lightweight champion returned to the ring for the first time since successive losses to Jorge Linares to claim a points victory over Ricky Burns at Manchester Arena on Saturday.
Campbell - who failed in his attempt to dethrone WBA champion Linares in September - watched on from ringside having recently expressed his desire to face the winner of the bout.
"I certainly don't mind the fight with Luke," Crolla told Sky Sports News.
"He did very well a few weeks back, even more so following the news that came out about him losing his father, it must have been so tough.
"But he showed he's world class. It's another 'Battle of Britain' and it's a fight that makes business sense.
"It's something that I'd be happy to go with. I'm just interested in being involved in big fights just like on Saturday night."
Crolla is also convinced that victory over Burns has put him firmly back in contention for a world title shot.
"I've beaten a great fighter in Ricky and my rankings will be higher," Crolla added.
"Whether it's a final eliminator or a voluntary shot at one of the world titles, I'm certainly right near the front of the queue, whoever that may be.
"Whichever fight the team thinks is the right fight for me, I'll be happy to take. My aim is to become world champion again and bring the world title back to Manchester. If given the opportunity, I believe I will do that."
