JACK Catterall and Harlem Eubank engage in a daring dance on the fringes of world-class boxing this Saturday evening in the Manchester Arena. Catterall has been so close to the pinnacle. Eubank was probably never expected to reach that kind of level at all.
The main event is likely to be tense, cautious and safety-first. Supporting these two British boxers is a cast of characters with hopes, dreams and aspirations all of their own. Let’s see who is scheduled to appear on this July 5 Matchroom show.
Joe Cordina vs. Jaret Gonzalez Quiroz
Not seen in the ring in well over a year, circumstances threatened to derail Cordina’s career. The Welshman has re-signed with Matchrom and has the chance to rebuild with a win over Mexican dangerman Quiroz.
Aqib Fiaz vs. Alex Murphy
An injury to Michael Gomez Jr caused his withdrawal against Aqib Fiaz. Alex Murphy has gratefully stepped in for the chance to upset the odds, potentially.
Pat Brown vs. Lewis Oakford
Just a couple of weeks after his second knockout win, Pat Brown steps up to eight rounds against Wycombe warrior Lewis Oakford, who has mixed in higher class but lost.
William Crolla vs. Fraser Wilkinson
Local man Crolla will seek to shake off a tougher-than-expected outing with Emmanuel Zion by punishing Aberdeen’s Fraser Wilkinson.
Best of the Rest
Skye Nicolson looks to bounce back from a title-losing effort in Australia by facing Carla Camila Campos Gonzales of Bolivia. Stockport prospect Niall Brown faces Moldova’s Victor Ionascu over six rounds.
Heavyweight Leo Atang gets Milen ‘Power’ Paunov for his anticipated debut. Alfie Middlemiss, 3-0, goes in with York-based Ethiopian Mohammed Wako.
