Venue & Fight Night Details
Event: Matchroom Boxing – Pat McCormack vs. Miguel Parra undercard
Location: Rainton Meadows Arena, Houghton‑le‑Spring, Tyne & Wear, England (capacity ~2,000)
Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025
Main Card Start: 5:00 PM BST / 12:00 PM ET / 9:00 AM PT
Estimated Ring Walks: ~9:15–10:00 PM BST (subject to undercard durations)
Rounds: 10, Super Middleweight (168 lbs / 76.2 kg)
Title at Stake: BBBofC English Super Middleweight Title
Broadcast: DAZN (worldwide)
Injury Report
Mark Dickinson: No reported injuries; defending title for the first time after March 2025 UD win over Reece Farnhill.
Troy Williamson: No reported injuries; looking to snap a three‑fight losing streak.
Physical Edge: Dickinson — 3 inches taller, longer reach (unlisted but implied).
Power Edge: Williamson — significantly higher KO percentage.
Experience Edge: Williamson — 25 pro bouts vs. Dickinson’s 9.
Recent Form
Mark Dickinson:
Last 5: W‑W‑W‑W‑L
Notable: Won English title vs. Farnhill (UD10, Mar 2025); strong amateur pedigree with major international medals.
Troy Williamson:
Last 5: L‑L‑L‑W‑W
Notable: Former British light‑middleweight champion (2021); recent losses to Jahi Tucker (UD10, Apr 2025) and others.
Key Matchups
Range Control vs. Inside Pressure:
Dickinson: Tall, technically sound, prefers to control fights with jab, footwork, and precision punching.
Williamson: Rugged, physical, likes to close distance, work inside, and land heavy body/head shots.
Youth vs. Experience:
Dickinson: Fresher legs, momentum, and composure under pressure.
Williamson: Veteran savvy, knows how to turn a fight into a brawl.
Power vs. Accuracy:
Williamson: Fight‑changing power.
Dickinson: Accurate, disciplined, less reliant on knockouts.
Series History
First Meeting: This is their first professional bout.
Local Rivalry: Both from County Durham — adds extra spice to the matchup.
Betting Trends
Dickinson: 6 of 8 wins by decision; tends to control pace and distance.
Williamson: 14 of 20 wins by KO; stoppages often come in mid‑to‑late rounds.
Style Matchup: If Dickinson keeps it long, decision likely; if Williamson closes distance, upset KO possible.
Fight Outlook
This is a classic youth vs. experience domestic title fight. Dickinson will aim to keep it at range, using his jab and movement to neutralize Williamson’s inside game. Williamson must make it rough, cut the ring, and test the younger man’s composure under fire. Expect tense moments, but the likeliest outcome is Dickinson’s accuracy and discipline earning him a clear points win — with Williamson’s power always a lurking threat.
FIGHT ODDS
Mark Dickinson – 345
Troy Williamson + 275
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, September 5, 2025
