Callum Simpson (15-0, 10 KOs) will quickly defend his titles towards fellow Brit Steed Woodall (19-2-1, 12 KOs).
Their combat headlines a BOXXER card on the Park Group Area in Sheffield, England. Boxing followers in the UK and Eire can catch the motion dwell on Sky Sports activities. These in the USA can achieve this with Peacock.
Simpson is the reigning British and Commonwealth tremendous middleweight champion. He gained each titles following a unanimous resolution win over Zak Chelli in August final 12 months. Forward of his defence towards Woodall on January 11, each males spoke at a press convention. Under is a few of what they needed to say.
Callum Simpson vs. Steed Woodall Press Convention Quotes
Callum Simpson
“I find it irresistible to be trustworthy, mate,” stated Simpson about now being the one pursued by different boxers. “I find it irresistible. It’s robust on the prime as they are saying. One other offered out crowd. Again-to-back headline, sold-out occasion. Grateful for BOXXER [for] giving me the chance, Sky Sports activities [for] giving [me] an enormous alternative. So yeah, wanting ahead to Saturday evening.”
Steed Woodall
“It’s been an extended street to get right here,” stated Woodall. “The small following that I do have know what I’ve been via to get right here they usually know simply how hungry I’m, why I’m right here right this moment and why I should be right here. The undeniable fact that actually everybody has written me off once more, I completely find it irresistible. Together with your self [presenter Andy Scott] within the [Natasha Jonas vs. Ivana Habazin broadcast]. Everybody was ripping me to bits, wanting previous it, speaking to [Mark] Jeffers and all that stuff. Truly, it was solely Callum [Simpson] that confirmed me respect throughout that entire factor and I’m right here to point out why I should be right here.”
Struggle Prediction
BOXXER have hung out guiding Simpson’s profession and he has change into considered one of their better-known skills. The combat towards Woodall seems to be one the place they hope he continues to showcase his skills and achieve this in spectacular kind. In his solely bout final 12 months, Woodall stopped Lerrone Richards in an upset. Whereas he’s a proficient fighter in his personal proper, anticipate this to be a showcase for Simpson as he goals to progress in his profession. Simpson profitable by a late stoppage is our prediction.
Full Press Convention
For the press convention in its entirety, click on right here or the play button under. Video courtesy of Sky Sports activities Boxing.
