Kell Brook's big night against Amir Khan tops the lot for long-standing cornerman Carl Luckock

CORNERMAN Carl Luckock rates Kell Brook's victory in his Battle of Britain grudge match against Amir Khan as his most magic moment yet with the boxer.

Carl was in Brook's corner for the 29th time last weekend to see him overpower his arch rival in front of a packed house at the Manchester Arena.

After so many years of talking, the two veterans produced an absorbing contest, with Khan's bravery keeping the contest alive until the referee waved it off in the sixth round.

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Rotherham's Carl is the gym manager at the legendary Ingle gym where Brook learned his craft and witnessed him win a world welterweight title against Shawn Porter eight years ago.

But last weekend topped the lot.

“It is difficult to surpass winning the world title in America,” he said. “At the time Porter was seen as the mini Mike Tyson and Kell wasn't expected to beat him.

“Obviously we got the win but from an atmosphere point of view and all the fight build-up over a number of years, this is probably the best moment.

“Kell wanted the Shawn Porter fight because he wanted a world title. He wanted Amir Khan because it seals his legacy."

Carl Luckock ringside with Noel Gallagher.

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The night wasn't without controversy, with a dispute over Brook's gloves delaying the start.

It wasn't until he got back home to Rotherham that Carl was able to fully take in the fight.

“When I'm actually working, my job isn't to entertain myself watching the fight because I've got a ringside seat,” he said.

“I'm there to do a job of work, so I don't really watch the fight on the night.

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“Luckily my sister had recorded it and I went round and watched it and realised how exciting it was.

“All due to respect to Amir Khan. First, for taking the fight and secondly for showing real heart.

“He got hit with some big shots early on and he still hung in there and fought back and I thought 'you know what? I really like you. He's a nice guy.' All that other stuff that comes over is a bit of an act.'”

While Khan has hinted at the retirement, Brook, who turns 36 this year, has hinted the fight might not be his last.

Added Carl: “He needs to clear his head for a couple of weeks but there is a good chance I would say that we have not seen the end of Kell Brook.”