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Boxing weekend features Williamson-Simpson rematch and Johnson-Thorslund title bout

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Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Boxing weekend features Williamson-Simpson rematch and Johnson-Thorslund title bout

Summary

This weekend, boxing fans can look forward to three major events. In Leeds, Troy Williamson and Callum Simpson meet in a highly anticipated super middleweight rematch, with Williamson looking to defend his title after stopping Simpson in their last match. Meanwhile, Cherneka Johnson and Dina Thorslund will clash for the undisputed bantamweight championship, promising a stylistic showdown of aggressive versus technical. Additionally, Zuffa Boxing’s 10th event in Dublin sees Aaron McKenna face Etinosa Oliha for the vacant IBF middleweight title, marking a significant moment for boxing in Ireland after three decades.

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By the Numbers

•Williamson and Simpson rematch in Leeds on August 7.
•Johnson and Thorslund fight for bantamweight championship on August 7.
•Zuffa Boxing’s 10th event features McKenna vs. Oliha in Dublin on August 7.
•Both Williamson and Simpson are coming off contrasting performances from their last match.
•Johnson’s aggressive style faces Thorslund’s technical approach for the undisputed title.

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3:01 PMYahoo Sports — 5 things to watch this weekend in boxing: Williamson-Simpson rematch, Zuffa 10 and Johnson-Thorslund for undisputed

What they're saying

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Boxing's summer schedule continues to canter along at a satisfying pace, with a beautiful blend of brutality expected this weekend across three big-ticket cards.
— Yahoo Sportsby Lewis Watson

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