A PROUD ENGLISH CHAMPION.

Nigel Wright was the king of England between 2005 and 2008 and he’s back in the ring looking to regain his old crown.

Wright takes on Dean Harrison (Wolverhampton) at Houghton-le-Spring for the vacant 10stone belt on Friday night in front of a large crowd and in front of the TV cameras on Sky Sports 2.

“It’s a good title to have – I enjoyed having that belt and I want it again,” said the Gus Robinson-managed southpaw.

“Some people may think it’s going over old ground, but for me it will be a step forward.

“I want to get a shot at Lenny Daws and the British title and winning this will help me achieve that.”

Victory would get the professional arm of the Gus Robinson gym back on the championship ladder.

While Gus Robinson Developments ABC have tasted glory in the amateur ring, there hasn’t been a pro title in the Stranton House HQ since Wright’s reign over England.

“The kids have done great,” said Nigel. “Young Peter Cope has won a few titles and he’s very good, I’ve sparred with him a lot.

“Ryan Brown became the National Schoolboys champion as well so it’s been a fantastic time for their team.

“It will be brilliant to get the English title, not just for me, but for Gus, old Peter Cope, Alan Temple and the whole organisation.”