Dean Anderson to be too hot for Scot

Dudley's Dean Anderson today warned Michael Stupart 'expect to be stopped again' when the two clash at Walsall Town Hall next month.

Anderson plays his part in the England versus Scotland battle on May 12 in a featherweight four-rounder against the Dunfermline-born brawler.

And, with Stupart losing inside the distance in his last two fights, 'Deano' will be looking to get the job done early on fight night.

The 24-year-old halted 'Rockin' Robin Deakin inside two rounds at Wolverhampton Civic Hall in his last 'home' fight three weeks ago.

The former ABA Novice national amateur champion was then back in the ring all of seven days later on a bill in Glenrothes, Scotland.

His boxing on the back-foot and willingness to mix it up with Scottish-based Latvian Andrejs Podusovs led to a blistering brawl.

Again, Anderson picked up the win, this time on points, and is fully expecting another come-forward battle this time.

He said: "Every Scottish fighter I have come across has been very tough, I think they all are!

"I have been working on my body shots, they are getting stronger all of the time. They are really starting to hurt.

"As an amateur, I stopped nine of my opponents, so I know I am strong at the weight.

"But I am going to stay relaxed and, if he pushes me onto the back foot, I will move him back forward. This could be a toe-to-battle."

Tickets are available from Walsall Town Hall or by calling the box office on 0845 111 2900.