CALLUM SIMPSON’S Barnsley homecoming sees him put his European super-middleweight title on the line against undefeated Ivan Zucco.
Mr Simpson has been in the form of his life of late and is hoping to extend his perfect 17-0 professional record.
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The British heavy-hitter goes into this bout off the back of a fifth-round stoppage win over Elvis Ahorgah in February, despite accepting the challenge on short notice.
And it was no surprise to see Simpson successfully defend his crown in style – the very same belt he snatched from Zak Chelli last August via a unanimous decision.
However, the champ has already admitted that his next opponent, Zucco, will give him the ‘fight of his life’ as the Italian icon has an even impressive undefeated record of 21-0.
Furthermore, Zucco will step into the ring off the back of a dominant second-round stoppage over Kasim Gashi in December.
When is Simpson vs Zucco?
Callum Simpson vs Ivan Zucco will take place on Saturday, June 7.
Ring-walks for this huge encounter are set to get underway at approximately 10pm BST.
These timing are subject to change depending on the other fights on the undercard.
Oakwell Stadium – home of Barnsley FC is the chosen venue for this mega title fight and it can host around 15,000 spectators.
Tickets for this event are still available on Ticketmaster
Please note that StubHub and similar secondary ticket resale sites may list tickets above face value
What TV channel is Simpson vs Zucco on and can it be live streamed?
Callum Simpson vs Ivan Zucco will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Action.
Fans can also stream the entire action through NOW TV via any compatible mobile device or tablet.
What is the full card?
Callum Simpson vs Ivan Zucco – for European super-middleweight title
Mark Jeffers vs Sean Hemphill
Ryhs Edwards vs Thomas Essomba
Frankie Stringer vs Kane Baker
Ellis Price vs Jake Price
Red Johnson vs Harley Collison
Sam Hickey vs Harley Hodgetts
Mauro Silva vs TBA
What has been said?
Champ Callum Simpson has admitted that this will be his toughest fight so far in his illustrious professional career.
The British boxer said: “This is the biggest fight of my career, and I’m expecting my toughest test to date.
“Last summer, I won the British and Commonwealth titles in front of my home crowd, and now we’re coming back, bigger and better, fighting for the European title against an undefeated fighter in Ivan Zucco.
“This isn’t just another fight, it’s a massive European night, and I’m coming to put on a statement performance. I need Oakwell to be a fortress on June 7 and make sure that European title stays right here in Barnsley.
“The support from Barnsley means everything to me. This town has backed me from day one, and to be fighting at Oakwell again, in front of my people, is something special.
“Last time we sold it out in two days, this time we’re going even bigger. It’s going to be a night to remember and I couldn’t be prouder to represent Barnsley on the big stage.”
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