Norman says he wants another fight soon after stopping Josh Wagner and credits Ronnie Shields for helping him stay calmer in the ring
Brian Norman Jr. says he does not want much time away from the ring after stopping Josh Wagner in two rounds Saturday night in Norfolk. The welterweight contender also credited trainer Ronnie Shields for helping him settle down after an aggressive start during the knockout victory.
“I mean, it was cool, but I mean, only had two rounds. I was just trying to get him a little bad when I seen him a little shin big, but no, dude going to quit on me,” said Norman Jr. to DAZN Boxing after the fight, talking about his win over Wagner.
“But no, it was cool. I guess you can say that’s me knocking dust off. But man, let me get right back into it.”
Norman Jr. also said he has already settled into working with trainer Ronnie Shields, adding that the partnership helped him stay calmer inside the ring after an aggressive start against Wagner.
“I learned a lot from him just being calm and cool. You know what I’m saying? Like, I just been chilling the whole time,” said Norman Jr.
“To me, this home now. Like, I mean, no matter what, I don’t care who out here watching or who not watching. You feel me? I step into these ropes. This is my place of business. This my home.”
The 25-year-old Norman Jr. will likely need a stronger opponent next time out if he hopes to move back into position for another title fight at welterweight. A rematch with Devin Haney would be one of the biggest available fights for him, while bouts against WBA champion Rolando Romero or WBC titleholder Ryan Garcia could also become options if Norman Jr. keeps winning.
