Billy Joe Saunders believes the placid build-up to his bout against Andy Lee tonight will work in his favour.

Undefeated Belfast super-flyweight Jamie Conlan returns to the ring tonight, co-headlining a professional card at Dublin’s National Stadium as he builds towards a world-title shot. Even in fight week, the 29-year-old has been forced to compete with his younger brother for attention, however.

Billy Walsh “has not tendered his resignation”, according to a statement issued by the Irish Amateur Boxing Association (IABA) last night.