Froch hasn't been disrespected by Groves at all. Froch is so far up himself and his accomplishments. Yes Froch has been a worthy champion, deserves his props, but what does he want? People to bow to his knees and kiss his feet.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OF5khm85WE
Groves got himself into the mandatory position, and there was no way around Groves, either Froch fought or vacated the belt. Froch just feels Groves isn't worthy, and because Groves is confident Froch feels that is showing no respect. It probably goes back to when Groves sparred with Kessler and Froch got his nose out of joint, he still holds a grudge about it.
The one thing I don't like about Froch is the fact he does not think Groves deserves his shot but he is openly critical of Calzaghe and found it disrespectful that he thought he didn't deserve a shot. cant have it both ways can you?
The way he come's across in Interviews. I used to be a massive fan of Froch, but since the Bute win he's turned into an egotistical wanker (infront of the Camera anyway)
He does have a right to say this when fighting Groves. He has proven without a shadow of a doubt that he is other than Ward he is number one in the division he has every reason to be arrogant. Just maybe he is worried more than everyone thinks about Groves. It would be devastating to lose to Groves as he can say goodbye to his career. He is in a fight with high risk little reward but if he does win he can get the Ward fight ready for summer maybe at Wembley Stadium out doors would be amazing.