Dominic Ingle reveals Kell Brook will be at his finest in the ‘War of the Roses’ clash vs. Matthew Hatton.

Kell Brook intends to remind fans why boxing is one the greatest sports around. His passion and professionalism shows in the ring with every slick move and punch. When he collides with Lancastrian rival Matthew Hatton next month, both men will aim to fly the flag of British boxing high during their contest at Sheffield’s Motorpoint Arena.

The class and style of the twenty-five-year-old prizefighter is a credit to his trainers at the St. Thomas Boys and Girls Club in Wincobank, Sheffield. It is legendary among boxing enthusiasts for its rich history of success stories, where discipline and structure is provided to those willing to learn. Beyond the famous names of Naseem Hamed, Johnny Nelson, Junior Witter and Herol Graham, the modest converted church building has often opened its doors to embrace the young and disaffected.

The positive and unpretentious approach of the Ingles is instilled in those who compete as professionals under their watchful gaze. Kell Brook, undefeated in 26 fights, exhibits the calm and composed nature of an athlete who thrives on competing. Having recently become a father to a baby girl, his determination and focus is unwavering as he now fights not only for himself, but his growing family. 

His upcoming ‘War of the Roses’ battle with Matthew Hatton on March 17 will give him an opportunity to shine in front of his home crowd at the Sheffield Arena. ‘Magic’ Matthew Hatton is an experienced contender, and his meeting with Brook will mark his 50th professional appearance. An underdog in the eyes of many observers, Hatton went the distance with Mexican warrior Saul Alvarez last March, who was unable to put the strong Lancashire prizefighter away. Hatton is technical and savvy in the ring, having fought in numerous overseas contests, many on boxing’s grand Las Vegas stage as part of the supporting cast for elder brother Ricky. He will be no pushover in the clash with the Yorkshireman, and ‘Special K’ is preparing for his toughest test. 

Brook coach Dominic Ingle

Kell made his US debut in December 2011, with a dominating performance over Luis Galarza on the undercard of Matchroom stablemate Carl Froch’s Super Six finale with Andre Ward. With a faultless record behind him, the WBA intercontinental welterweight champion is now hungry to make a mark on the division by outclassing thirty-year-old Hatton. He possesses the power, speed and style to unsettle his archrival, being both vicious with his uppercuts and body shots in range, and intelligent with his jab and footwork when he chooses to outmanoeuvre opponents. He has many ways to win. Defusing Hatton’s skilled array of armour will require the Yorkshireman to be at his sharpest, a task he and his team are delighted to undertake. 

‘This is his biggest fight so far,’ Dominic acknowledges.  ‘And history will repeat itself when Yorkshire triumphs in the War of the Roses once again.’