"Big Bosh" Billy Quinncroft previews title fight in Perth: "I'm looking for a chess match"

State champion Billy Quinncroft eyes second title shot at Thunderdome 53

DragonFire Promotions returns to the Metro City Night Club on March 13 for what promises to be an explosive night of local boxing.

In the main event, Ryan Daye takes on Jaidyn Chin in an intriguing match-up for the WBC Australasian Silver Super Middleweight Title.

Earlier in the card, WA State Cruiserweight Champion Billy Quinncroft (4-0, 2 KOs) returns to Perth when he takes on Lewis Clarke (9-2, 4 KOs).

Speaking ahead of the bout, unbeaten Quinncroft said he’s eager to fight in front of the Perth crowd again, having not competed in the state for 10 months.

“I'm looking forward to [fighting in Perth again],” 'Big Bosh' beamed.

“It feels like it's been a little while since I was [in Perth], given the [Will Cleggett] cancellation and that I also had a bit of a break.

“[ThunderDome] always has a good crowd and a good vibe.”

In August last year, Quinncroft was scheduled to defend his title against number one contender Will Cleggett at ThunderDome 51.

However, days before the event Cleggett tested positive for COVID and the matchup was ultimately cancelled.

Although Quinncroft was disappointed the fight did not take place, he felt fortunate, considering he had broken his nose twice during camp.

“I felt a bit down, because I spent so much time preparing,” Quinncroft admitted.

“In that camp I actually did break my nose, so it was probably a blessing in disguise that the fight did get called off.

“I was ready to take the risk, but [not fighting] was probably the smarter decision. It actually helps me, because I want to look after my body a bit more.”

Standing in his way on March 13 is Lewis Clarke, who won two state title eliminator bouts against Bilal Seidu over the past year.

When asked about his upcoming opponent, the state champion showed respect to his future foe, “[Lewis] had two tough fights against Bilal, the first one was very close and it could have gone either way,” Quinncroft said.

“He definitely boxed a lot better in the second fight to show his worth. 

“Lewis is a skilful boxer, so I'm looking for a chess match.

“We're both going to be respectful because we know what we both can do. I'm just looking forward to it and let the best man win.”

When the fight was announced by DragonFire Promotions, it was revealed that the ANBF Cruiserweight title would be at stake. 

Quinncroft said the opportunity to add a second title to his resume has given him even more motivation heading into the clash with Clarke.

“I'm absolutely buzzing, I’m so massively thankful to Tony [Tolj],” Quinncroft enthused.

“Going for the ANBF Australasian title for my fifth professional boxing match is amazing. I know there are levels to boxing, but this is another one for me.”