MMA & Boxing · Boxing · 2026

Date & time

8 Aug 2026, 20:00

Round

85

Location

Leeds, Yorkshire, United Kingdom

An intense atmosphere builds at First Direct Bank Arena as BOXXER lands in Leeds for a highly anticipated super-middleweight championship rematch between Troy Williamson and Callum Simpson. The primary hurdle for defending champion Troy Williamson is proving that his dramatic stoppage victory in their first encounter was no fluke while maintaining defensive composure against a motivated rival. The objective for Williamson is to establish his explosive power early, landing damaging combination counters to stifle his opponent's rhythm and retain his domestic titles. Concurrently, the mission for former champion Callum Simpson centers on enforcing tight defensive guard work, boxing behind a measured jab to control distance, and exercising tactical discipline to exact revenge in front of his home-county crowd.