By Steve Wellings
Northampton boxer Ashley Lane is preparing for the biggest fight of his fledgling career on Friday, June 29, when the promising bantamweight tackles vastly experienced Stoke scrapper Chris Edwards at the Queens Theatre in Burslem, Staffordshire.
Even though the 21-year-old is only getting started in the pro game, Lane is eager to show the fans what he has to offer. Taking on a quality veteran like Edwards in only his sixth fight is a statement of intent, especially seeing as Edwards comes in to the bout having held British and Commonwealth titles down at flyweight. But the man nicknamed ‘Unstoppable’ sees nothing to be fearful of and believes that his time to shine has arrived.
“I don't think Edwards is as good as he thinks, I've seen him box and he is just come-forward tough guy,” Ashley confidently stated. “I’d like to think my game plan will work because I feel I’ve got all the tools necessary to beat him.
“I’ve got a great group of friends coming to watch the fight and give me plenty of support, along with my sponsors: Dean Port from Crystal Electronics and Lee Swingler from Lee Swingler Building. I won’t be fazed with the minority group [of supporters], because I went up to Doncaster to box Gavin McDonnell with one mate and we did the business.”
Ashley has engaged in five contests so far, with two wins and two draws thrown in amongst a solitary loss – a defeat that he vehemently disputes.
“I got robbed against Jon Fry down in Portsmouth which goes against me. To be honest, my career has started with a bit of hit and miss. I’ve suffered three cuts in my first three fights and my record definitely doesn’t show the real me; I’m a prospect who will win titles and I’ll prove that.”
Lane is trained by his former amateur coach John Daly, who also competed as a pro boxer, and his professional camp is based up in Wednesbury, under the stewardship of Errol Johnson and Bob Plant. His amateur career started off well, going 8-0 before an ABA quarter-final defeat curtailed the unbeaten streak. Despite suffering some questionable decisions along the way, Ashley enjoyed his stint in the unpaid code and eventually decided to turn professional.
“I box for the passion so I was always in the gym,” he admitted. “I’m a lot more laid back than I used to be, always having a scrap or wars and wearing my opponent down but now I use my brain and box. I never knew I was so intelligent! I’m looking forward to my fight with Chris Edwards on Friday night. It’s my big opportunity and will be a great fight.”
To keep up-to-date with Ashley Lane, follow him on Twitter @ashlane2 or search his name on Facebook.
Michael Carney (Fight Factory Promotions) promotes the show on Friday, June 29 in the Queens Theatre, Burslem, Staffordshire. Ring 07508339845 for ticket information.
Northampton boxer Ashley Lane is preparing for the biggest fight of his fledgling career on Friday, June 29, when the promising bantamweight tackles vastly experienced Stoke scrapper Chris Edwards at the Queens Theatre in Burslem, Staffordshire.
Even though the 21-year-old is only getting started in the pro game, Lane is eager to show the fans what he has to offer. Taking on a quality veteran like Edwards in only his sixth fight is a statement of intent, especially seeing as Edwards comes in to the bout having held British and Commonwealth titles down at flyweight. But the man nicknamed ‘Unstoppable’ sees nothing to be fearful of and believes that his time to shine has arrived.
“I don't think Edwards is as good as he thinks, I've seen him box and he is just come-forward tough guy,” Ashley confidently stated. “I’d like to think my game plan will work because I feel I’ve got all the tools necessary to beat him.
“I’ve got a great group of friends coming to watch the fight and give me plenty of support, along with my sponsors: Dean Port from Crystal Electronics and Lee Swingler from Lee Swingler Building. I won’t be fazed with the minority group [of supporters], because I went up to Doncaster to box Gavin McDonnell with one mate and we did the business.”
Ashley has engaged in five contests so far, with two wins and two draws thrown in amongst a solitary loss – a defeat that he vehemently disputes.
“I got robbed against Jon Fry down in Portsmouth which goes against me. To be honest, my career has started with a bit of hit and miss. I’ve suffered three cuts in my first three fights and my record definitely doesn’t show the real me; I’m a prospect who will win titles and I’ll prove that.”
Lane is trained by his former amateur coach John Daly, who also competed as a pro boxer, and his professional camp is based up in Wednesbury, under the stewardship of Errol Johnson and Bob Plant. His amateur career started off well, going 8-0 before an ABA quarter-final defeat curtailed the unbeaten streak. Despite suffering some questionable decisions along the way, Ashley enjoyed his stint in the unpaid code and eventually decided to turn professional.
“I box for the passion so I was always in the gym,” he admitted. “I’m a lot more laid back than I used to be, always having a scrap or wars and wearing my opponent down but now I use my brain and box. I never knew I was so intelligent! I’m looking forward to my fight with Chris Edwards on Friday night. It’s my big opportunity and will be a great fight.”
To keep up-to-date with Ashley Lane, follow him on Twitter @ashlane2 or search his name on Facebook.
Michael Carney (Fight Factory Promotions) promotes the show on Friday, June 29 in the Queens Theatre, Burslem, Staffordshire. Ring 07508339845 for ticket information.
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