Frampton, who hails from Belfast, Northern Ireland, is unbeaten in 21 pro fights since turning pro in 2009 while Quigg, who is likewise undefeated in his pro career has a longer record of 33 pro fights.
Haye is aware of Frampton’s fighting style as he has trained side-by-side with the 29-year-old Irish fighter.
“For me, Carl Frampton’s technique, punch variety, movement and angles are a bit better than Quigg’s, Haye told Sky Sports.
“Quigg is very good, strong and has great punch output but I don’t believe this fight is about fitness or power – it’s about technique and who can adapt on the night. That falls with Frampton,” Haye added.
In one of his last sparring sessions, Haye noticed Frampton’s progression as a fighter, saying he was mesmerized to see his skill and accuracy.
“I’ve seen him adapt in training. Do something in one spar and then do something completely different. His last few sessions, I was mesmerised. I’ve seen a lot of fighters up close. I’ve seen him progress to the point where he could do anything in the ring. He was avoiding everything and land what he wanted to land,” said Haye, who is set to return to the ring on May 21 at the O2 Arena in London.
Quigg is facing the toughest challenge of his career against Frampton despite his 3″ height advantage and longer ring exposure.
The 27-year-old fighter from Bury, Greater Manchester has a 3″ advantage in height at 5’8″ against Frampton’s 5’5.” Read more:
Both fighters are aiming for a title fight in the US against mandatory challenger, Guillermo Rigondeaux of Cuba.
