LOCAL fight fans are set for a treat when Redditch boxer Laurence O’Connor takes on former World Champion Steve Collins in a charity fundraising exhibition match.

O’Connor, who runs Viking Boxing Club on Lakeside industrial estate, will face up to the Celtic Warrior, 49, in four two minute rounds at The Irish Centre in Birmingham.

It will be taking place on Friday, November 28.

The clash will raise money for charity Brain Tumour Research.

The fight has been named ‘The Battle of Warriors’, with former Midlands Champions O’Connor dubbed the Viking Warrior.

Tickets will cost £30. To book please call 0845 6899800.