Hamzah Sheeraz, a skilled knockout artist in the middleweight division, is eagerly anticipating the challenge of facing the most formidable opponent he has encountered in his career this Saturday evening.
This weekend in Riyadh, the upcoming Queensberry vs. Matchroom 5 v 5 showdown holds great importance for the 25-year-old. Sheeraz, with an impressive record of 19-0 (15 KOs), faces a challenging task of defeating the undefeated American Austin “Ammo” Williams, who stands at 16-0 (11 KOs). Moreover, Sheeraz holds the position of the Queensberry team captain, which means a victory from him would earn double points for his team.
Sheeraz currently holds the top spot in the middleweight division of the WBO and is steadily approaching an opportunity to challenge Janibek Alimkhanuly, the unified champion. If Sheeraz secures another impressive victory in Saudi Arabia this Saturday, it will amplify his chances of earning a chance to compete against the Kazakhstani champion.
Boxing News asked Sheeraz if this 20th contest of his career feels like the biggest test so far.
“It indeed does, it certainly does. However, simultaneously, I am embracing the very same mindset that I have carried with me during my previous four or five fights leading up to the fight week. I am adopting this identical mentality because if it isn’t flawed, why bother trying to mend it?”
Sheeraz’s performances have been consistently impressive, with his most notable one being his complete domination of Liam Williams in February. Although Liam may not be at his peak, it is undeniable that Sheeraz’s physique, skills, and knockout power pose a significant threat to all the top contenders. With that said, what are Sheeraz’s thoughts on “Ammo” Williams?
I have witnessed numerous fights of his, and he is one of those fighters whom I knew I would eventually face in the future. He possesses great skills and is proficient in various aspects of the sport. He can deliver powerful strikes, excel in close combat, and also perform well in long-range battles.
He is capable in various areas, but I have already anticipated everything he can do. As I mentioned before, this fight has all the necessary elements to be incredibly thrilling. I am eagerly waiting to step into the ring on Saturday night and get started with it, my friend.
