Zak Chelli will defend his British and Commonwealth super-middleweight titles in opposition to Callum Simpson on August 3 on the Oakwell Stadium in Barnsley dwell on Sky Sports activities.
Chelli is placing his titles on the road in his opponent’s hometown in opposition to necessary challenger Simpson.
Will probably be Chelli’s first defence of the belts he received in his unanimous factors victory over Jack Cullen on the M&S Financial institution Area in Liverpool in January.
The Fulham fighter will probably be seeking to solidify his place on the high of a highly-competitive home division when he makes the lengthy journey north to South Yorkshire the place he’ll tackle the unbeaten Simpson.
Simpson, 27, has earned his shot at Chelli’s belts with a collection of spectacular performances, most not too long ago scoring a fourth-round knockout win over Tanzania’s Dulla Mbabe at The O2 enviornment in March to stay on target for his necessary problem.
Simpson is predicting one other knockout efficiency when he challenges for British and Commonwealth glory in entrance of his followers at Oakwell Stadium, the house of his beloved Barnsley FC.
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Zak Chelli’s post-fight interview in January was all about his father and coach stealing the limelight
“It’s a dream come true to fight in front of my home fans in Barnsley,” he stated.
“I’m going to win the British and Commonwealth titles in style. Expect a knockout. This is the fight I’ve been asking for. It’s a chance to prove myself and make my hometown proud.
“I would like everybody in Barnsley and past to get behind me and actually make Oakwell a fortress.”
But Chelli warned: “Profitable the British and Commonwealth titles was the end result of years of onerous work and sacrifice. That is just the start for me.
“Simpson is too scared to challenge me for my titles in London so I’ll show him what a real fighter is and fight him on his home turf.
“On August 3 my hand will probably be raised and the belts will stay spherical my waist.”
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Callum Simpson knocked out Celso Neves in sensational style within the third spherical of their super-middleweight conflict.
BOXXER founder and CEO Ben Shalom stated: “We’re delighted to be working with Barnsley FC to bring an unmissable night of championship boxing to Oakwell Stadium on Saturday, August 3 with British and Commonwealth champion Zak Chelli defending his belts against local star Callum Simpson.
“From winning the Ultimate BOXXER tournament to claiming impressive wins over Germaine Brown, Anthony Sims Jr and Jack Cullen, Zak Chelli has proven himself as a top operator and will be coming to Barnsley full of confidence.
“Callum Simpson is the latest star to emerge from Yorkshire, which has a rich history of producing boxing champions. He will have the backing of the Barnsley faithful as he fights at his home stadium. Expect fireworks as the two fighters go toe-to-toe at Oakwell.”
The stadium will probably be set for a capability of seven,000.
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Talking on the Toe2Toe podcast Simpson says he could be excited by combating light-heavyweight Ben Whittaker
The membership’s chief government Jon Flatman stated: “Barnsley FC are proud to host Callum Simpson and fulfil his lifelong ambition to fight at Oakwell.
“The stadium has to at all times be on the centre of what the neighborhood needs and wishes. We all know the individuals on this city need to see Callum declare the British title at this iconic venue.
“We are excited to see the people of Barnsley turn out in force.
“Callum has the total assist of the membership behind him and we all know this combat will put the city, the membership and the individuals of Barnsley firmly on the map.
“We are a place of possibilities and we want everyone to have the opportunity to fulfil their dreams.”
Restricted tickets: Find out how to get them
The occasion could have a strictly restricted seating capability with solely 7,000 East Stand seats obtainable.
Tickets, that are priced from £30, are anticipated to promote out quick. Barnsley season ticket holders will get precedence entry from midday on Tuesday June 18 earlier than a BOXXER unique pre-sale from midday on Wednesday June 19. The overall sale will start at midday on Thursday June 20.
Enroll now for entry to pre-sale tickets at BOXXER.com.
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