A middleweight boxer from Wisbech has extended his unbeaten record after returning to the ring.
Shaun Simpson secured a points victory over Manchester’s Josh Cook on Saturday, September 26, at Trinity Park in Ipswich.
The fight marked Simpson’s first bout in ten months.
He said: "Saturday nights’ fight was all I needed and wanted it to be after a ten month lay-off."
The contest went the full six rounds, with referee Rocky Israel scoring the fight 58-56 in Simpson’s favour.
Shaun said: "Josh Cook was a tricky opponent, and it was another six good learning rounds.
"I didn’t feel any ring rust due to the high level of sparring over at The Peacock Gym in preparation for last night.
"As the saying goes, 'Fail to prepare, prepare to fail'.
"We went as a team above and beyond this last ten months to right the wrongs. Make a statement in my comeback fight at six rounds against a tough and durable opponent."
He also expressed gratitude to those who supported him.
Shaun said: "I’d like to thank my Manager/Promoter Carl Greaves, Trainer Mel Payne, Morgans Boxing Management/Brennan Management for having me on the show, all my sponsors, my family & friends and every single person that’s bought a ticket from me.
"You were all loud and proud as always.
"Love to you all."
His manager, Carl Greaves, praised the performance and outlined future plans.
Carl said: "Unfortunately, I couldn’t be there due to a prior engagement. But I’ve Shaun boxed well against a tough and tricky opponent in Josh Cook.
"The main thing is he’s back with a win and he can push on from this point.
"Shaun will be next out on my own show at Newark Showground on 28th November."
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