May, 17, 2007
World rated light heavyweight Victor Oganov (26-0, 26 KOs) has offered to step in for the injured Manny Siaca who was scheduled to face former WBC interim super middleweight titlist Danny Green on May 30 in Perth. To make the decision a little easier for Green's management, Oganov has offered to fight Green for free. "We rang Danny's management as soon as it was reported to offer Victor as an economically viable option for them, yet they want no part of it," said Stuart Duncan (Oganov's Manager). "When asked why not, we were told that he has nothing to offer said an amazed I quickly pointed out that Victor in fact is rated with three of the major sanctioning bodies including the WBO where he is rated #5 the WBC #17 and WBA #13. Trainer Jeff Fenech said that Victor has had no sparring and only two weeks to prepare but is confident his charge is up to the task. Fenech has also offered a wager of $50,000. Duncan said an announcement would be made next week confirming Victor has signed a promotional agreement that will see him fighting in the USA shortly.