After a tumultuous year, Sam Gilley is set to turn over a new leaf as he steps into the ring against Aston Brown in Glasgow on Friday, marking his middleweight debut. The former Commonwealth champion is looking to put his recent setbacks behind him, including a draw with Gideon Onyenani and a narrow loss to Ishmael Davis in his bid for the British super-welterweight title. Despite the disappointments, Gilley remains optimistic and is eager to prove himself once again.
"I believe I won both fights, but it's been a tough year. I've learned a lot from my experiences and I'm ready to move forward," Gilley expressed. His desire to claim the Lonsdale belt still burns bright, and he hopes to get another opportunity to fight for it.
However, one fight he refuses to entertain is a rematch with Louis Greene, citing the frustration and wasted time caused by their previously scheduled bouts falling through. Gilley is now focused on his upcoming fight against Brown, a former international amateur with notable punching power.
"I'm built for the challenges of professional boxing, and I'm confident in my abilities. Let's see if Brown can handle the pressure," Gilley stated, ready to give his opponent a stern test.