Talking recently to Gareth Davies from The Telegraph, Callum explained how he firmly believes this is his time as he heads into the grand final of the World Boxing Super Series. Wiping himself down after a solid workout in a community gym in Bolton, Callum Smith looked up at the grey skies. It was a world away from his destination …
25Aug
Callum Smith Confident He Can Win WBSSCallum Smith Confident He Can Win WBSS
Callum Smith believes he can capitalise on George Groves’ “suspect chin” to win the World Boxing Super Series final and become Britain’s new No 1 super-middleweight. Smith challenges Groves for the Muhammad Ali Trophy, the Ring Magazine belt and the WBA ‘Super’ world title, when they meet in the tournament final at the King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, …
09Aug
Callum Johnson Not Fazed By BeterbievCallum Johnson Not Fazed By Beterbiev
This week Callum Johnson came face to face with Artur Beterbiev in Chicago ahead of their October world title clash. Callum Johnson has branded Artur Beterbiev a ‘beast’, but insists his knockout power can topple the fearsome IBF light-heavyweight king. The 32-year-old British and Commonwealth champion has seized the opportunity to challenge Beterbiev for the IBF belt on promoter Eddie …
02Aug
Jonas In First Title Defence This WeekendJonas In First Title Defence This Weekend
On Saturday 4th August, Natasha Jonas will defend her WBA International title against Viviane Obenauf, on the JD NXTGEN bill in Cardiff, which is headed up by Dodd vs Cordina. Natasha has been cruising up the rankings since her debut last Summer and the Liverpool southpaw is now set for her seventh pro fight. Joe Gallagher, Natasha’s trainer explained: “Tasha …
27Jul
Exclusive: We Have A Final! Smith vs Groves – September 2018Exclusive: We Have A Final! Smith vs Groves – September 2018
We can finally reveal that the Ali Trophy Final in the Super Middleweight edition of the World Boxing Super Series between George Groves and Callum Smith, will take place on September 28 at the King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. As well as Groves’ world title, Callum will be fighting for the Muhammad Ali Trophy AND the vacant …
23Jul
Liam Smith Headlines In Las Vegas ShowdownLiam Smith Headlines In Las Vegas Showdown
It had the crowd on their feet throughout the battle where Liam Smith pushed Jaime Munguia to his first 12 fight, but was defeated on points to the talented 21 year old from Mexico. It was a battle between 2 warriors, where Liam started well in a back-and-forth contest but Munguia came through unanimously on the judges score cards on …
15Jul
Callum Smith: I want To Be The Best, Not Just World ChampionCallum Smith: I want To Be The Best, Not Just World Champion
Callum Smith knows there’s a difference between being ‘world champion’ and being No. 1. Talking ahead of his World Boxing Super Series final with George Groves, Callum discussed his aim of becoming world number one. “I turned pro to be a world champion. Obviously that’s the first goal, but I want to be the best in the world. It sounds …
14Jul
Liam Smith Vows to Make Critics “Eat Their Words”Liam Smith Vows to Make Critics “Eat Their Words”
Liam Smith has been fired up by critics who have trashed his chances of taking the WBO super-welterweight title challenge from Jaime Munguia in Las Vegas on Saturday July 21. The Liverpool boxer will be attempting to regain the title he lost against Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez in September 2016 when their clash drew 51,000 fans to the AT&T Stadium in …
14Jul
Joe Targets Vasyl Lomachenko For Anthony Crolla In ManchesterJoe Targets Vasyl Lomachenko For Anthony Crolla In Manchester
Anthony Crolla has two impressive wins on the run against Ricky Burns and Edson Ramirez and another world title shot seems imminent. Catching up with trainer Joe Gallagher recently, World Boxing News asked if that was the logical next challenge for the likeable Mancunian. “Yeah definitely, his next big fight is after his wedding in a few weeks. He’s got …
11Jul
Joe Gallagher Talks Johnson vs BeterbievJoe Gallagher Talks Johnson vs Beterbiev
Talking to World Boxing News recently, Joe Gallagher praised Callum Johnson for taking Artur Beterbiev challenge when UK rivals turned it down. Callum Johnson shocked the boxing community when he accepted to fight Artur Beterbiev – a wildly avoided light heavyweight world champion. In an exclusive chat with WBN about the fight, Johnson’s trainer Joe Gallagher gave his thoughts on …
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