Callum Simpson has reclaimed the British and Commonwealth super-middleweight titles by beating Troy Williamson on a unanimous decision in their rematch, the BBC reports.
Key facts
- Callum Simpson beat Troy Williamson by unanimous decision.
- Simpson reclaimed the British and Commonwealth super-middleweight titles.
- The bout was a rematch between the two fighters.
- The BBC reported the result as avenging the only loss of Simpson's career.
Callum Simpson has reclaimed the British and Commonwealth super-middleweight titles, beating Troy Williamson by unanimous decision in their rematch, according to the BBC.
The BBC reported that the victory avenges the only loss of Simpson’s career, framing the rematch as a chance for redemption.
With the unanimous verdict, Simpson takes back both the British and Commonwealth belts.
Why it matters
Reclaiming the domestic and Commonwealth titles strengthens Simpson's position in the super-middleweight division and, per the BBC, settles the score from his only previous defeat.
Frequently asked questions
Who won the Simpson v Williamson rematch?
Callum Simpson won the rematch against Troy Williamson by unanimous decision, according to the BBC.
What titles were on the line?
The British and Commonwealth super-middleweight titles, which Simpson reclaimed with the win.
Why was the fight significant for Simpson?
Williamson had previously handed Simpson the only loss of his career, so the rematch was an opportunity for Simpson to avenge that defeat.