Callum Simpson takes unanimous decision over Troy Williamson in rematch
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 10:52 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Callum Simpson faced Troy Williamson in a rematch on August 8 in Leeds, reclaiming the British and Commonwealth super-middleweight titles. Simpson won the bout by unanimous decision, with judges scoring it 116-112, 117-112, and 115-113 in his favor. This fight avenged Simpson's only previous loss, a stoppage by Williamson in their first encounter. In the third round, Simpson landed a significant right hand, while Williamson managed to retaliate in the eighth. Despite a strong finish from Williamson, Simpson improved his record to 19 wins and one loss. Promoter Ben Shalom expressed confidence in Simpson's return to title contention.
- •Simpson avenges his only loss from December against Williamson.
- •Judges scored the rematch 116-112, 117-112, and 115-113.
- •Simpson fights under new trainer Rob McCracken.
- •Williamson's record now stands at 22 wins and 5 losses.
- •Shalom aims for a title shot for Simpson within a year.
- 10:52 PMBBC Sport — Simpson avenges only loss in Williamson rematch
"Callum Simpson reclaims the British and Commonwealth super-middleweight titles as he earns a unanimous decision in his rematch with Troy Williamson.
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