SCOTT Quigg knows he will have to produce the performance of his career to win the British title.

The Bury star takes on Jason Booth at the Reebok on Saturday night.

It is a huge step up for the unbeaten 23-year-old against an opponent who has fought for a world crown.

But Quigg is confident he can fulfil his considerable potential and overcome the experienced Booth.

“This is a massive fight for me,” said the super bantamweight. “I need to perform better than I ever have done before.

“Jason Booth is a world-class fighter who has fought at the top level for world titles.

"This will show how far I can go in boxing. I’ll either come of age or be found out.

“It’s a fight I’ve been waiting for for quite a while and I’ve got to make sure I do the business.

"The 22 fights I’ve had before don’t count for anything against Jason Booth, but I know I can win.”

Nottingham’s Booth lost a split decision to IBF king Steve Molitor 12 months ago before failing in his bid to win the European title against Spain’s Kiko Martinez in April.

Quigg has never been in the ring with anyone of the calibre of the 33-year-old but believes his trips to the Wild Card Gym in Los Angeles, where Amir Khan and Manny Pacquiao train, will stand him in good stead.

He said: “I’ve been over to America twice now and sparred with some of the best fighters in the world.

"I went over for four weeks in January and the level of fighters in the gym are equal, or even better, than what Booth has faced.

"It was a great experience and will definitely help me on Saturday night.”

Quigg, who is now based at Gloves gym in Bolton after teaming up with new trainer Joe Gallagher, has also received help from Santino’s restaurant in Bury.

He added: “They’ve let me eat my lunch and dinner there for free for the last four weeks.

"The head chef, Azad, is great and it’s really helped me make the weight.”