Carl Frampton's ability to unite shouldn't be underestimated 

With all the turmoil going on back home as an election looms, I have to say it's refreshing to be out of the country.

Frampton v Santa Cruz: I can be Leo's secret weapon, warns dad Jose 

Jose Santa Cruz is as fired up as his son Leo ahead of the blockbuster fight with Carl Frampton and has warned the Jackal's fans that they will be crying into their beer at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

Frampton v Santa Cruz: 'I'll beat very best and become one of greats,' vows Carl 

Winston Churchill once said the empires of the future are the empires of the mind and the authoritative demeanour of Carl Frampton in Las Vegas suggests the legacy he is building will be cemented even further tomorrow night.

Frampton v Santa Cruz: It could be Showtime in Belfast as Espinoza admits he'd love Carl... 

American television powerbroker Stephen Espinoza believes Carl Frampton is on the cusp of a series of super fights that will propel him to an even higher level of star status.

Selby tipping Jackal for a unification clash at Windsor 

Lee Selby is backing Carl Frampton to once again topple Leo Santa Cruz and set up their summer World featherweight title unification battle in Belfast.

Frampton v Santa Cruz: Ice-cool Carl not at risk of being blinded by the bright lights 

Imagine walking down Las Vegas strip and seeing your face and name in lights. Then imagine not being fazed by it. That's exactly how the cool, calm and collected Carl Frampton is feeling this week.

Frampton v Santa Cruz: Jackal Carl has plenty of challengers with Mares top of list 

As the biggest box office attraction in the featherweight division Carl Frampton has a large target on his back and one man who is coming into view as a challenger to the Jackal before the end of the year is Mexican Abner Mares.

I'll hammer Carl Frampton with my cancer battle dad back on board, warns Santa Cruz 

Leo Santa Cruz arrived here in Las Vegas insisting he has a deep belief that Carl Frampton only has the WBA World featherweight title on loan.

Frampton v Santa Cruz: Carl not seduced by high life as he aims to fulfil lofty ambitions 

The slot machines are ringing out 24-7, the tables are rolling the dice before breakfast is served and Carl Frampton is quite literally at the top of the MGM Grand hotel surveying the Las Vegas strip like every world renowned entertainer who has gone before him.

My dad beat cancer, now he's going to help me defeat Carl 

Defiant challenger Leo Santa Cruz says his dad Jose's cancer battle win will inspire him to victory when he clashes with WBA World featherweight champion Carl Frampton here at the iconic MGM Grand early on Sunday.

Ex-champion Crolla backing Hull defender to make full recovery from horror injury 

Former world lightweight champion Anthony Crolla has backed Hull defender Ryan Mason to make a full recovery from the fractured skull he sustained in last weekend's clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Analyst insists McGuigan game plan will be crucial during Frampton rematch 

Top American analyst Al Bernstein believes Shane McGuigan's influence could once again be crucial to the outcome of this weekend's blockbuster showdown in Las Vegas.

Carl Frampton: I can handle the high stakes in Vegas showdown 

Carl Frampton stood tall amid the high rise hotels on Las Vegas strip last night and insisted he can handle the towering expectations upon him as he prepares for his re-match with Leo Santa Cruz in the gambling capital of the world, early on Sunday.

Carl Frampton can be king in US, says Richard Schaefer 

Richard Schaefer has promoted some of the greats in recent history and he is backing Carl Frampton to become one of the most marketable boxers in the world.

Carl Frampton trains in Las Vegas gym ahead of rematch against Leo Santa Cruz [Photos] 

Carl Frampton in the hunt for Windsor Park summer sizzler with Selby 

Manager Chris Sanigar says a unification title clash between Carl Frampton and Lee Selby will happen in the summer - if both men are victorious in the MGM Grand, Las Vegas.

Carl Frampton tips talented Josh Taylorfor global domination before year is out 

World champion Carl Frampton is backing his gym-mate Josh Taylor to make a big impact when he returns to the ring in the early hours of Sunday morning at the MGM Grand.

Carl Frampton ready to rock Las Vegas showdown with Santa Cruz 

Shane McGuigan knows the depth of potential within Carl Frampton better than most and is yearning to see his friend and fighter shift through all his gears in the early hours of Sunday morning in the MGM Grand.

Carl Frampton and Lee Selby set for Windsor Park Belfast showdown for IBF and WBA titles 

WBA World champion Carl Frampton is relishing a World featherweight title unification fight with Lee Selby at Windsor Park, once he gets past Leo Santa Cruz in the early hours of Sunday morning at the MGM Grand hotel in Las Vegas.

Olympic star Nicola joins Warren to chase her world title dream 

Two-time Olympic champion Nicola Adams has signed a long-term promotional deal to turn professional with Frank Warren.