Callum Simpson v Ivan Zucco: Fight date, ring walk time, undercard, profiles & last fights

Everything you need to know as British super-middleweight contender Callum Simpson gets set to make his Oakwell homecoming in a hugely-anticipated European title showdown against Ivan Zucco on Saturday 7th June, 2025.

Callum Simpson v Ivan Zucco - All you need to know

Callum Simpson v Ivan Zucco - Date

Callum Simpson v Ivan Zucco will take place on Saturday 7th March, 2025.

Callum Simpson v Ivan Zucco - Ring walks & Fight Time

The ring walks for Callum Simpson v Ivan Zucco are expected to commence at around 22:15 (GMT), depending on the outcome of the other undercard fights.

Callum Simpson v Ivan Zucco - Venue

Where is Callum Simpson v Ivan Zucco taking place?

Callum Simpson v Ivan Zucco will take place at Oakwell, the home of Simpson's beloved Barnsley Football Club.

The fight will represent his second bout at the stadium, having previously fought, and beaten, Zak Chelli there in 2024.

Callum Simpson v Ivan Zucco - Are there any titles on the line?

Callum Simpson is the current British and Commonwealth super-middleweight champion and will bid to add the vacant European title to his honours list against Ivan Zucco.

Callum Simpson v Ivan Zucco - What's been said?

Ben Shalom (Promoter)

"We are excited to bring a massive night of European boxing to Oakwell Stadium headlined by local hero Callum Simpson.

"The atmosphere last summer was something special but this is going to be even bigger with Callum Simpson in his toughest test yet facing the undefeated Italian, Ivan Zucco, for the European super-middleweight crown.

"I know the fans from Barnsley and Yorkshire get behind their own and Callum will be counting on this incredible home support to give him the edge in this epic battle between two unbeaten fighters."

Callum Simpson

"This is the biggest fight of my career, and I'm expecting my toughest test to date.

"Last summer, I won the British and Commonwealth titles in front of my home crowd, and now we're coming back, bigger and better, fighting for the European title against an undefeated fighter in Ivan Zucco.

"This isn't just another fight, it's a massive European night, and I'm coming to put on a statement performance.

"I need Oakwell to be a fortress on June 7 and make sure that European title stays right here in Barnsley."

Ivan Zucco

"I am really honoured to fight for such a prestigious title on such a big event.

"Facing a high-quality opponent like Callum Simpson is an opportunity that excites me a lot. It will be a tough battle, but I am ready to give my all for victory.

"Winning the European title would be a dream come true. This title means a lot to me, not only on a personal level, but also to my family and everyone who has always believed in me.

"It will be an honour to bring the title back to Italy and the culmination of a journey that I have undertaken with passion and sacrifice."

Callum Simpson profile, record & last fight

Nationality:	English
Age:	28
Height:	6ft 3ins
Reach:	75ins
Total fights:	6
Record:	17-0 (12 KOs)
Last fight:	Won (TKO) v Elvis Ahorgah (01/02/25)

Ivan Zucco profile, record & last fight

Nationality:	Italian
Age:	29
Height:	6ft 0ins
Reach:	N/A
Total fights:	21
Record:	21-0 (18 KOs)
Last fight:	Won (TKO) v Kasim Gashi (14/12/24)

Callum Simpson v Ivan Zucco - Undercard

Undercard details for Callum Simpson v Ivan Zucco will be announced by BOXXER in due course.