Meet William Crolla: A Rising British Boxer from Manchester

William Crolla, a 25-year-old British boxer from Manchester, is making waves in the boxing world with his impressive record of 4-0. As a southpaw, Crolla has shown great promise in the ring, with his most recent combat taking place on April 13th in Manchester.

Crolla’s boxing journey began at the young age of eight when he started training at the Fox ABC Gym with his brother, Anthony Crolla. Inspired by his brother, Crolla had his first fight at the age of 11 and never looked back. His favorite all-time fighter is Floyd Mayweather, but he also admires James DeGale, who influenced his decision to switch to a southpaw stance.

One of Crolla’s most memorable boxing moments was witnessing the epic battle between Carl Froch and George Groves in Manchester. He also fondly remembers his debut at the Manchester Arena last year, where he faced Joe Hardy on the Lara vs. Wood card.

Known for his heavy-handed power, Crolla admits that his tendency to get too involved in fights is his biggest weakness. However, he believes in the importance of hard work and dedication in the sport of boxing.

In his personal life, Crolla enjoys a good roast dinner and burgers from his favorite restaurant, Almost Famous. When not in the ring, he can be found watching the latest TV shows like “Kin” on the BBC or indulging in his love for fantasy movies like Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter.

Looking ahead, Crolla sees himself continuing to excel in boxing, with aspirations of winning a British title and headlining major events. He hopes to see changes in the sport to eliminate politics with promoters and ensure that the best fighters face off against each other.

With his determination and talent, William Crolla is definitely a rising star to watch out for in the world of boxing.