George Groves looks to bounce back from Wembley loss to Carl Froch

George Groves speaks to Sky Sports News after announcing he will fight Christopher Rebrasse in September at Wembley Arena. George Groves speaks to Sky Sports News after announcing he will fight Christopher Rebrasse in September at Wembley Arena.

George Groves is itching to get back in the ring following back-to-back defeats to British super-middleweight Carl Froch.

Groves lost his unbeaten professional record to WBA and IBF champion Froch in controversial fashion before suffering a stunning one-punch knockout in the eighth round of their return bout in front of 80,000 fight fans at Wembley.

The Londoner has not been put off by the setbacks and is aiming to get back on the winning trail against European champion at 168lbs Christopher Rebrasse, a contest that will also double as an eliminator for the WBC title.

"I am back on the hunt for success and, in turn, will deliver a successful bid in a world title quest," he said. "The route chosen is a fantastic one, in my opinion.

Groves will be aiming for victory on September 20, and a successful showing will land him a shot at current WBC champion Sakio Bika or Andre Dirrell, who fight each other next Saturday.

"It should be a tough match for both fighters, but either one I will beat after I defeat Rebrasse," Groves told Sportlobster.com.

Emotions

The fight with Rebrasse takes place at the SSE Arena Wembley and Groves is confident no mental scars remain as he returns to the venue where he suffered his devastating defeat in May.

"Wembley Arena has been a successful stomping ground in the past and I aim to continue this trend," he said.

"Returning to Wembley could well be a tough challenge in itself. However, I know this won't be the case for me. I will relish the excitement of simulated emotions. It is when you most feel alive.

"In front of 80,000 people, I had the time of my life. Standing, parading and revelling in the atmosphere was one of my favourite and proudest moments.

"I hope and plan to be involved in making boxing history again one day."