Callum Simpson Defeats Troy Williamson to Regain Super-Middleweight Titles

Callum Simpson successfully reclaimed the British and Commonwealth super-middleweight titles by defeating Troy Williamson in a rematch held in Leeds. The fight concluded with a unanimous decision, with judges scoring it 116-112, 117-112, and 115-113 in favor of Simpson.

This victory allowed Simpson to avenge his only career loss, which occurred when Williamson stopped him in the tenth round last December. During the match, Simpson, now 29 and under the guidance of new trainer Rob McCracken, delivered a powerful right hand that rocked Williamson in the third round.

Williamson, 34, responded by pushing the pace in the final round, knowing he needed a knockout to win. Despite his efforts, Simpson improved his professional record to 19 wins and one loss. Simpson expressed his satisfaction with the win, reflecting on his previous fight where he suffered injuries. His promoter, Ben Shalom, praised both fighters and indicated that Simpson is now in contention for a world title shot within the next year.