Watson won his next 21 fights, including victories over Nipper Pat Daly, Auguste Gyde, and Jack Garland.

Another 14 wins followed, beating the likes of Luigi Quadrini and Phineas John before finally getting a shot at the British featherweight title held by Nel Tarleton in November 1932.

He beat Fidel LaBarba by unanimous decision at Madison Square Garden, earning the right to meet World champion Kid Chocolate.

[6] Back in England, Watson beat Benny Sharkey before suffering only the fifth defeat of his career when he was disqualified against Sonny Lee for a low blow.

After wins over Jimmy Walsh, Jim Cowie, Francois Machtens, and Dick Corbett, Watson made the second defence of his title in July 1934 against Tarleton at Anfield.