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- Troy Williamson and Callum Simpson reconvene in the ring nine months after their last battle in Leeds
- Williamson beat Simpson by 10th-round TKO in their last meeting
- Check out the best analysis, predictions, and bets for the full Williamson vs Simpson 2 fight card below
Troy Williamson (22-4-1) has a rare opportunity to stun the boxing world twice in a 10-month span by pulling off the same feat. Coming off arguably the most unexpected win of his career over Callum Simpson (18-1), Williamson prepares to run it back with the same opponent he just derailed.
The 34-year-old Williamson is just 3-4 in his last seven fights but enters the rematch on his first win streak since 2022. “Trojan” has won back-to-back fights by stoppage, including his most recent nod over Simpson in December 2025.
The loss for Simpson was the first of his 19-fight professional career. The 29-year-old was winning on all three scorecards at the time of the stoppage and immediately triggered the rematch clause in his contract, setting up Chapter Two nine months later.
Williamson vs Simpson 2 Fight Card Odds
Despite suffering a brutal knockout loss, Simpson is still favored to beat Williamson in the rematch. However, the main event is the closest fight of the card on the betting lines, with Simpson only billed as a -162 favorite.
Gradus Kraus is the biggest favorite of the night in the co-main event, listed at -1100 to remain undefeated against Sean Hemphill. Fellow undefeated prospect Hassan Azim nearly matches him as a -950 favorite against Jack Martin in the featured bout.
Troy Williamson vs Callum Simpson 2 Prediction
Nine months after entering the first matchup as a convincing betting favorite, oddsmakers now give Callum Simpson a slight edge in the market over Troy Williamson. The 34-year-old’s 10th-round stoppage certainly closed the gap, but Vegas still expects Simpson to right the wrong and even the score in the rematch.
Everyone expected the bigger and younger Simpson to using Williamson as a stepping stone the first time around, but the veteran turned the tables and wore on the less experienced fighter until closing the show. Simpson certainly had his moments, but his Gung-ho approach finally caught up with him to the tune of four knockdowns and a 10th-round stoppage loss.
Since the loss, Simpson wasted no time activating his rematch clause while making a coaching change. Simpson is now aligned with esteemed trainer Rob McCracken, who famously coached Carl Froch throughout his entire career and Anthony Joshua during the height of his title reign.
Simpson has not given any insight to his current camp, but everything he has said alludes to his team preparing him to take a smarter approach in the rematch. The longer Simpson had success beating Williamson to the punch on the outside in spurts during the first fight even while struggling to maintain a proper distance. Better footwork and an improved jab from Simpson, a staple of McCracken’s fighters, would work wonders against Williamson.
McCracken’s fighters have also been known for pushing a pace and wearing opponents down in the championship rounds. The right approach would allow Simpson to implement the same game plan against an older fighter who was slowing down a touch before landing the big blow.
Boxing Picks: Callum Simpson Moneyline (-150 at Kalshi)
Gradus Kraus vs Sean Hemphill Best Bet
Although not from the immediate area, 11-0 Gradus Kraus finds himself in a feature spot in the co-main event against 30-year-old journeyman Sean Hemphill. An egregious seven-pound weight miss from Hemphill puts a stain on the bout, but Kraus is still positioned to take the next step in his career.
Kraus’ 6-foot-2 frame towers over most of his opponents, but his affinity for getting his hands dirty in the pocket is what has earned him 10 knockouts through 11 fights. Even though all of his stoppage victories have come within two rounds, Kraus’ volume and pressure are more to credit for his handiwork than raw power.
The undefeated Dutchman will bring that same approach with Hemphill, who is just 5-3 since 2023. Only one of those victories came against a semi-credible opponent. Since losing his own undefeated record, Hemphill has fought with a lot of timidity, prioritizing his strict defensive shell over extending combinations. Hemphill is a better pure boxer than Kraus, but he lacks the consistency and footwork to overcome Kraus’ onslaught.
There is no question that Kraus will come out firing on all cylinders and force Hemphill to weather an early storm. The New Orleans native has been stopped once before, but it came in the final two seconds of a very close fight. His horrendous weight miss will help him absorb more damage, and Kraus is significantly less effective late in fights than he is early.
Hemphill’s weight miss will hamper Kraus in this fight, but not enough to cost him the victory.
Boxing Picks: Gradus Kraus by Decision (+300 at FanDuel)
Hassan Azim vs Jack Martin Prediction
Hassan Azim is one of the tallest junior middleweights in the world, which will be a massive problem for Jack Martin in Leeds. Size is not everything in boxing, but it will be for Martin, whose game plan of walking forward while throwing rabbit punches will spell trouble against Azim.
The 25-year-old Azim fights well behind his long frame with a potent jab and excellent counters when his opponents try to break his range. Azim’s footwork often gets overlooked due to his upper-body work, but he has quick feet for his frame that allow him to keep the fight at his distance and match blitzing opponents. Azim’s length, footwork and reaction time make him very difficult to hit, especially to the head.
Like everyone else who fights Azim, Martin’s priority will be closing the distance, something he has never been great at. Martin has struggled to find his range and timing against shorter, less-skilled boxers than Azim, constantly running into punches while throwing predictable combinations.
Martin will make Azim work, but not any more than the opening lines indicate. Azim is the better boxer everywhere and has more finishing power, especially if he opens up to the body.
Boxing Picks: Hassan Azim (-733 at Kalshi)
Mauro Silva vs Tyler Christopher Best Bet
In his 10th professional fight, Mauro Silva is set up to shine under the brightest lights of his career. The 24-year-old has arguably the most favorable matchup of the card against undefeated southpaw Tyler Christopher.
On paper, Silva and Christopher’s records are nearly identical, with the latter even boasting more wins. However, the way each fighter got to his current career point could not be more telling. Neither has fought intimidating competition, but Christopher’s record is completely manufactured, with his previous 12 opponents combining for a record of 42-447-18. The Bermudian has never fought anyone with a winning record and still boasts just two knockout victories.
Silva is not a gold-ticket prospect, but he has the better skill set and has at least fought proven opponents for his experience level. He fights behind a tall Philly shell with cookie-cutter fundamentals, utilizing a quick jab and solid head movement. Silva’s offense is limited, but few opponents at this level know how to deal with his length and underrated hand speed.
While Silva has a lot of room to grow, it will not be necessary against Christopher, who might not even be the best opponent he will face. The price is steep, but Silva is as promising a play on the card. Use him as a confident leg in any parlay.
Boxing Picks: Mauro Silva Moneyline (-355 at Kalshi)