Josh Warrington vs. Kid Galahad - 15 June 2019

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I've NOW OPENED THE POLL for this fight.

[stujones]

I want Kid Galahad to ring walk to that version of something inside so strong!

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Warrington v Galahad to air on BBC Radio 5 Live

Tyson Fury's fight with Tom Schwarz and Josh Warrington's world title bout against Kid Galahad will be broadcast by BBC Radio 5 Live this weekend.

Warrington will attempt to defend his IBF world featherweight title in Leeds at about 22:00 BST on Saturday.

Britain's ex-world heavyweight champion Fury meets undefeated German Schwarz in Las Vegas at about 04:00 on Sunday.

BBC Sport boxing commentator Mike Costello said 5 Live had "become the home of heavyweight drama".

"In my time as BBC boxing correspondent, the likes of Ricky Hatton, Joe Calzaghe and Carl Frampton have had their names decorating billboards here in Vegas and now it's the turn of Tyson Fury," said Costello.

"He has looked and sounded in great shape here and has a chance to become the dominant heavyweight of his era."

Fury, 30, holds a record of 27 wins and one draw, while 25-year-old Schwarz has won all of his 24 fights.

Warrington, 28, who beat Carl Frampton in December, said there is no chance he will underestimate 29-year-old fellow Briton Galahad.

Radio 5 Live boxing analyst Steve Bunce said: "There were rumours about injuries and missing training, but when I went to see Josh he looked as sharp as I have ever seen and even more focused."

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Troy Williamson returns to action in Leeds this Saturday

Unbeaten star Troy Williamson is hoping to gain some more vital experience in his next fight – but would have no problem making it an early night and recording another stoppage win if the opportunity presents itself.

Hard-hitting Williamson (10-0-1, 7 KOs) is set to return against Edwin Palacios at the First Direct Arena in Leeds on June 15.

Williamson’s last two scheduled eight round contests have both ended in the second round, and while he’d like to get some rounds in the bank, he’ll take full advantage of an opening to end the bout inside the distance.

Williamson said: “I’m very excited to fight now. There isn’t long to go and my weight is good and I’m feeling fit and I’m feeling strong so I can’t wait to be back in the ring.

“I was pleased with my performance in my last fight as I got the stoppage win in the second round, so that’s always a confidence booster. I was maybe looking for a few more rounds and I think that opponent was brought in to give me rounds, but if I see the stoppage I’ll always take it.

“I’ve had three eight rounders in my career now with only one going the distance, so I’m looking for a good few rounds in the bank in this fight. I’m set to face a tough opponent that can hopefully take me a few rounds, but if the stoppage is there I’ll get it, as it’s always good to please the supporters.

“It was good to return to the gym straight away after my last fight and follow up on my improvements. I’ve basically had three camps back to back now with just a few days rest in between, so that keeps me really sharp, but I’m also looking forward to a well deserved break after this one so I can spend some time with my family.”

The bill at the First Direct Arena in Leeds on June 15 also features some of Williamson’s MTK Global team-mates, as JJ Metcalf and Alex Dickinson are on the card too.

[Boxerbeetle]

I want Kid Galahad to ring walk to that version of something inside so strong!

With Barry from Eastenders leading him out, singing live

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[rd350lc]

Really looking forward to this

[bigped]

I might be well off the mark here , but I think josh is going to find kid hard to hit in the early rounds and will get frustrated and start lunging/rushing in and get picked off by clever sharp counters from
Kid .

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I might be well off the mark here , but I think josh is going to find kid hard to hit in the early rounds and will get frustrated and start lunging/rushing in and get picked off by clever sharp counters from
Kid .

Yeh. This is Barry’s first BIG and maybe ONLY opportunity. He’s gonna give it his all. No doubt.

[Verdi]

Kid points for me.

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Kid points for me.

Won’t be surprised.

[ironbeard]

Kid points for me.

Do you honestly believe that he can get a fair decision?

[samwbr]

Ingle seemed fairly obnoxious towards Sean O'Hagan yesterday. Sound quality was shite on the film clip of the press conference but it was pretty spiky.

[coneye]

Ingle seemed fairly obnoxious towards Sean O'Hagan yesterday. Sound quality was shite on the film clip of the press conference but it was pretty spiky.

Got to admit ,, If i was at a party function , whatever , and introduced to Ingle , I would just politely , say hello , how you doing , smile and walk away , just can't take to the guy he has a real arrogance about him ,

[littlepug]

Do you honestly believe that he can get a fair decision?

Why wouldn’t he ?

[KiwiRider]

Kid points for me.

Same. And I cant really justify why.
Logic tells me I'm totally wrong.
But I've a feeling in me cockles

[ironbeard]

Why wouldn’t he ?

I think that the cards will be stacked against it. If it is close, it will go to Warrington, IMO. I think that it will be close.

We will see

[Coco]

I confidently picked against Warrington the last two times.
Now I am confidently picking for him, so he is bound to lose!!

[bigjack]

Got to admit ,, If i was at a party function , whatever , and introduced to Ingle , I would just politely , say hello , how you doing , smile and walk away , just can't take to the guy he has a real arrogance about him ,

Same here,Brendan was a gent,but can't take to his son.

[handsofstone]

I used to like Dom as well and I love the whole Brendan/Wincobank story, the unique style, training methods and the great boxers to come out of there over the years but ive heard Dom's opinion on drug cheats on several occasions and its definitely cause for concern and TBH I for that alone I don't believe he should be allowed to hold a licence

[Wa1nuts]

Whats Galahad done to impress people? Jazza was beating him until he gassed last 2 rounds, done very little since an got banned for taking winstrol

[jimcook]

galahad has got it all....the only thing we dont know is if he can do it under the pressure and intensity of a difficult world title challenge. He is the last of the brendan ingle crop, so it would be nice to see him do it to cement the great man's legacy.
warrington just seems too straightforward and predictable to be able to spring any surprises on galahad. he also looks extremely gaunt and i wonder if making the weight is gonna take it's toll.

[tobyh5]

galahad has got it all....the only thing we dont know is if he can do it under the pressure and intensity of a difficult world title challenge. He is the last of the brendan ingle crop, so it would be nice to see him do it to cement the great man's legacy..

I would so like to jump on that one as I really did appreciate Brendan and what he gave to the game and kids in his area, but Galahad is just so unlikeable and tbh, I find Dominic "you understand me" Ingle is a bit much too.

[NoScoutingReports]

[Coco]

Warrington looks in shape and not short of motivation