The sport of boxing has developed certain patterns. One of them is inactivity, especially coming off a loss.

For Austin “Ammo” Williams, being sequestered and sitting on the bench was the last thing he needed.

Once he came to grips that he was no longer undefeated thanks to Hamzah Sheeraz, Williams (17-1, 12 KOs) jumped right back in there a few months later against Gian Garrido. Soon after picking up the win, Williams and his team began putting together the framework for his next fight. That will officially come in the next few days when he takes on Patrice Volny in the main event slot at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, Florida.

With the chance to headline his own show, Williams knows that he has to take full advantage of the moment. Winning, subsequently, doesn’t qualify as that. If the 28-year-old simply grabs a win but looks ho-hum in the process, then what’s the point? More is expected of Williams. He knows it, and he can’t wait to deliver.

“I’m preparing for a superstar performance,” Williams told Matchroom Boxing. “Nothing less.”

Williams’ day, more times than not, is often the same. He showers, hits the gym, and gets both a physical workout in and one centered around boxing. Then he eats and recovers. There are a few subtle differences in each passing day but those details are the meat and potatoes.

During his routine, Williams frequently passes a mirror. We all do right? But while most of us use them to check our appearances, Williams peers deep into his soul. Whenever the highly ranked contender takes a look at his reflection, he sees someone who can be so much better than he already is.

“I know who I’m destined to be,” continued Williams. “I’m a give it 100 percent effort to become that. I’m not letting anything stand in my way.”