LIAM WILLIAMS was summoned to the British Boxing Board of Control, after he said 'I want Chris Eubank Jr. to die'
Tonight, the Welshman will face Eubank Jr. in Cardiff in a bitter grudge match for middleweight.
Chris Eubank Jr. and Liam Williams before their fight
The heat has built up and Williams is in trouble after making controversial comments in an interview with The Telegraph.
He stated that Eubank made his skin crawl everytime he was viewed. The guy is a complete scourge. I want him to die. I am so ready for this fight and willing to go."
Responding, the BBBofC general Secretary of the Robert Smith stated: "We will be calling Williams into our office and reprimanding them."
"Those are not words we want to hear. Even if he meant it metaphorically, it is unacceptable for a licensed fighter to say such a thing.
"Boxers are well aware of the risks involved in boxing. After the contest, we will speak with him about it. It is simply not right."
Williams, 29 years old, was defeated by Demetrius Andrade (33-year-old WBO champion), in April.
Free Bets: Get more than PS2,000 in NEW CUSTOMER DEALSEubank Jr., 32, has suffered only two losses against former world title holders Billy Joe Saunders (32), and George Groves (33) in his career.
Williams stated: "I'm so excited to put an ending to this guy. Drop him down a few degrees.
After this fight, you'll be able to see his true potential. Although he is mentally strong, he can take a good shot but his legs are robotic.
"He moves like he's got wooden legs. My skill set is much better, I think. In an intense fight, we'll find out.
However, Eubank Jr., who was trained by Roy Jones Jr. in America, stated that he is not good for the sport and his own image.
"I can see myself standing above him, his count being out, and raising my hands in triumph.
"I spent a year and half on a farm with chickens, snakes, and raccoons training for free.
"We are on our way to cleaning out the middleweight division, and Liam Williams will be the next man in front me.
"I'm going out to get him. It doesn't matter what happens on the night. It will be a great fight."
