By British and Commonwealth super-middleweight champion Zak Chelli is set to defend his titles against unbeaten mandatory challenger Callum Simpson in Simpson’s hometown of Barnsley on Saturday. The fight will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Action from 7:30 pm on August 3.
Chelli, inspired by the iconic ‘Rocky IV’ film, aims to win over the hostile crowd at Oakwell Stadium or silence them with a knockout. He acknowledges the challenge of facing Simpson in his backyard but is determined to either gain the crowd’s support or leave them in silence.
Chelli, who recently claimed the British and Commonwealth belts with a unanimous decision win over Jack Cullen, is confident in his ability to defeat Simpson. Despite being only 26, Chelli has been training for big nights like this since childhood under the guidance of his ex-boxer father, Zak Chelli Sr. He believes his hard work and dedication will pay off in this main event.
Simpson, who boasts an unbeaten record of 14-0 with 10 knockouts, will be a formidable opponent. However, Chelli is unfazed and ready to prove himself. He sees Simpson as a marketable fighter but believes the gamble on Simpson will not pay off.
Chelli’s journey to this point has been marked by dedication and sacrifice, from running home from school to train to missing university parties to focus on boxing. He is determined to show his strength and skill in front of Simpson’s home crowd and retain his titles.
The fight promises to be an exciting clash, with both fighters eager to prove themselves. Chelli’s confidence and determination, combined with Simpson’s unbeaten record, set the stage for a thrilling bout.
