British featherweight Champion John Simpson has now been added to the Alex Arthur-Steve Foster Jr fight on 15th Dec. Will be a non-title 8 rounder against an unknown opponent as yet. The fight is to be a warm-up bout before John makes his 3rd defence of his lonsdale belt or possibly a shot at the european title.
Is that the guy that got roughed up by the dirty Scouser? If so, I wish him well, he was a good little fighter.
Simpson was robbed against Matthews. Why Matthews wasn't disqualified during that fight is beyond me. Some very poor judging also. He was brilliant against Morris a couple of months ago. Such a gutsy fighter - doesn't always get the credit he deserves and is often underrated. Really hope he gets a shot at the European Title next year - would love to see him succeed.
Not yet but i should find out nearer the time. i havent had time to catch up with John yet but as soon as i know the opponent il be sure to let everyone know.
Has been confirmed John will fight Youssef Al Hamidi(3-5-1 1 KO) next Saturday. Havent seen him fight but he has recently fought Ricky Burns losing on points over 6 rounds and being stopped in 3 by Michael Gomez in his 2nd comeback fight. I take it by his record hes not Johns level but anyone know what hes like?
Think he troubled Gomez a little.... Still think Simpson is Euro class now so he should be far too strong for guys at this level.
Yeah i spoke to stegsie, he was ringside that night, he said he gave gomez a bit of trouble but reckon john will stop him maybe 3rd or 4th.
