Ringside Boxing Report: Craig Watson Vs. Matthew Hatton

By Jane Warburton May 26th, 2008 All Ringside Boxing

© Curtis McCormick / Saddo Boxing

There were a total of five title fights on Saturday night at the City of Manchester Stadium, England.

“Magic” Matthew Hatton challenged Craig Watson for the Commonwealth (British Empire) Title.

I was fortunate to speak with Watson briefly on Friday and he told me “I’m really looking forward to this fight, it’s a big occasion in front of all those people but I’m feeling very confident.”

Hatton, wearing his trademark camouflage shorts enters the ring alongside trainer, Billy Graham. Watson, in the dark blue and white shorts, sprinted to the ring with his team headed by trainer, Joe Pennington.

Southpaw Watson gets off to a good start, looking the sharper of the two men. Hatton seems to be taking time to ‘suss-out’ his opponent - looking for the ‘shot’. A right hook comes from Hatton mid-way through the round. Hatton almost ‘stalks’ Watson from his central position. Hatton’s nose is bleeding as he goes back to the corner at the end of the first round. More...