Lewis Crocker vows improved performance for IBF welterweight title defence

Lewis Crocker says he will bring a sharper version of himself when he defends the IBF welterweight title against Liam Paro. The Belfast fighter promised a step up from his previous outing.

“looking forward to showing my new and improved self”

— Lewis Crocker, via BBC Sport

What Lewis Crocker said

Crocker holds the IBF welterweight belt and faces Paro in a mandatory defence. The challenger brings a southpaw threat at 147 pounds. Crocker's performance level will determine whether he can hold the title or lose it to Paro's pressure.

What it moves

Crocker's confidence in his camp improvements will be tested against a dangerous mandatory. Paro has been waiting for this chance and will look to exploit any gaps. The IBF sanctioning means the winner stays in the welterweight title picture.

Source: bbc.com. Full Lewis Crocker fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.