Troy Williamson warns Callum Simpson made 'big mistake' activating rematch

Troy Williamson says Callum Simpson's team erred by triggering their rematch clause. The former welterweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">super-welterweight contender will face Simpson again on 8 August after losing their first meeting.

“It's about time they got themselves ready and believe me, they have made a big mistake by activating the rematch. This fight cannot come soon enough. Callum Simpson: I've beaten you once, and on August 8, I will beat you again”

— Troy Williamson, via Ring Magazine

What Troy Williamson said

Williamson lost to Simpson in their initial bout, a result that cost him his unbeaten record and derailed his domestic ambitions. Simpson evidently held a contractual right to a second fight and has now exercised it, setting up a summer return. The rematch gives Williamson a chance to reverse the outcome.

What it moves

Williamson's confidence suggests he believes the first result was correctable. Simpson will need to show the win was no fluke when they meet in August. The summer date leaves both men three months to prepare for what promises to be a heated sequel.

Source: ringmagazine.com. Full Troy Williamson fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.