Liam Walsh Can't Wait For The John Kays Showdown

Liam Walsh says his Commonwealth super-featherweight defence this Saturday will be like a home appearance.

The Norfolk star will travel across the country to put his belt on the line against John Kays at the Robin Park Arena in Wigan on Saturday night.

But with friends and family in Lancashire, he will be able to call on plenty of support.

Walsh was born in Rochdale before his family moved to East Anglia when he was a youngster.

"It's nice to have good support all around the country," said Walsh, who has mainly campaigned in and around London.

"I want to build my fan base and become known as a boxer representing the whole country, not just one area."

Unbeaten since turning pro, Walsh won his belt in a war against Maxwell Awuku in the autumn.

Now he is hoping to climb the world rankings with the first defence of his belt.