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'He actually misses the sport and it’s looking like he is committed to a comeback' - Ben Davison teases Billy Joe Saunders Return
Ben Davison, the friend and trainer of former two-weight world champion Billy Joe Saunders, has given an update on the potential return of Saunders to the boxing ring. Following his stoppage defeat to Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez in 2021, there were questions about whether Saunders would ever step into the ring again. However, throughout this year, he has been hinting at a comeback and gradually working on regaining his fighting form. In a recent interview with Boxing News, Davison confirmed that Saunders has been making significant progress and is getting close to being fight-ready by the end of this year. He intends to return to the super middleweight division. Davison explained:
“It’s always been on his mind. I think the time away from the sport has made him realise he misses it and loves it. I think he feels like if it’s not before the end of this year, it’s probably not going to happen.” “So he’s put his foot on the pedal, trying to work off some of the weight he’s put on his semi retirement. So he”s working away, step by step.” “He does boxing for the love of it. He actually misses the sport and it’s looking like he is committed to a comeback.” “I think the goal will be to get down to 168, for sure. But for his first fight, let’s see. His weight has come down a fair bit, he just needs to stay consistent to get it down to where we would all like it to be.”While Saunders aims to compete at the super middleweight limit of 168 pounds, Davison suggested that for his first fight back, they'll assess the situation and make adjustments as needed. Saunders has already made progress in shedding weight, but consistency is key to reaching their desired weight. Promoter Eddie Hearn has expressed his interest in arranging a rematch between Saunders and his old rival John Ryder, whom Saunders narrowly defeated for the British middleweight title in 2013.
