Simpson Vs. Zucco Preview

Callum Simpson boxes Ivan Zucco on June 7 as we take a preview of this upcoming fight.

Simpson arrives into the fight on an impressive run of form. He defeated Zak Chelli last year, becoming the British and Commonwealth champion. Simpson increased the impressive run of form, beating Steed Woodall and followed it up with a stoppage win against Elvis Ahorgah in his last fight. Meanwhile, Zucco is undefeated, with a 21-0 record. 18 of his wins are by knockout. He has stopped his last four opponents, making him one of the most dangerous punchers. The vacant EBU European Super Middleweight Belt is on the line, giving each fighter the chance to add a title. 

Simpson Vs. Zucco

"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," Simpson

"I am really honoured to fight for such a prestigious title in such a big event. Facing a high-quality opponent like Callum Simpson is an opportunity that excites me a lot. It will be a tough battle, but I am ready to give my all for victory. Winning the European title would be a dream come true. This title means a lot to me, not only on a personal level, but also to my family and everyone who has always believed in me. It will be an honour to bring the title back to Italy and the culmination of a journey that I have undertaken with passion and sacrifice," Ivan Zucco

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