Updated 4 July 2025, 09:15 BST
Saturday’s main event matches the southpaw Jack Catterall (30‑2, 13 KOs) against the unbeaten Harlem Eubank (21‑0, 9 KOs) in a domestic clash that could catapult the winner into the top 10 world‑ranked mix at welterweight (147 lb).
Catterall, is fighting off the back of two narrow defeats to Josh Taylor and Arnold Barboza Jr, however both at super lightweight, on saturday he will be making moves up in weight looking to prove a point. Eubank, cousin to Chris Eubank Jr, who is coming off his win over Benn, arrives on a wave of momentum after stopping Tyrone McKenna for the IBF Inter‑Continental title in March.
Both men have headlined small‑arena shows before but this card elevates them to Manchester’s biggest indoor venue. The AO Arena has hosted modern classics such as Khan against Brook and Katie Taylor’s British debut. A sellout of roughly 21,000 is forecast, showing the appetite for high‑stakes local fights and guaranteeing a great atmosphere that should suit both fighters’ counter‑punching styles.
Jack Catterall’s next fight – Date, Venue and Timings
- Date: Saturday 5 July 2025
- Venue: AO Arena, Manchester
- UK broadcaster: DAZN
- Undercard stream: 7 pm BST (early prelims from 5 pm)
- Main‑event ring walks: Approximately 10 pm BST
Catterall V Eubank Weigh‑in News
Friday’s public weigh‑in takes place at 6 pm BST in the arena. Both teams reported on Thursday that their fighters woke up within two pounds of the 147‑lb limit, suggesting no last‑minute crises. Nutritionist Charles Ashworth, who oversees Catterall’s camp, told local radio that Jack hit the target weight “clean as a whistle” at their final check and felt stronger than during his super‑lightweight campaigns.
Undercard Highlights for the Catterall V Eubank fight:
- Joe Cordina vs Jaret Gonzalez Quiroz – 10‑round lightweight bout for the WBO Global title
- Skye Nicolson vs Carla Camila Campos Gonzales – Featherweight return for former WBC champion
- Aqib Fiaz vs Alex Murphy – 8‑round super‑featherweight contest
- Leo Atang vs Milen Paunov – Heavyweight debut for the Ghanaian prospect
- Pat Brown vs Lewis Oakford – Domestic light‑heavy eliminator
- William Crolla vs Fraser Wilkinson – All‑Manchester welterweight clash
Form & Recent Fights for both fighters:
Jack Catterall
Catterall lost a razor‑thin split decision to Arnold Barboza Jr in February but looked authoritative in 2024 wins over Jorge Linares and Regis Prograis. His southpaw jab, crisp check hooks and 43 percent KO rate remain key, although he has not secured a stoppage since 2019, a statistic he is determined to correct under new trainer Joe Gallagher.
Harlem Eubank
Eubank’s tenth‑round stoppage of Tyrone McKenna delivered his third knockout in four outings and highlighted an improved strength base from work with S‑C Nutrition. Earlier points victories over Timo Schwarzkopf and Sean Dodd proved he can maintain speed into the later rounds. Questions linger about his ability to handle an elite counter‑puncher’s timing on the big stage.
Catterall & Eubank Betting Odds
Bookmakers opened Catterall a 2/7 favourite on Monday but sustained support for Eubank inside the distance has shortened to 11/4 by Friday morning. The over 10.5 rounds market has also drifted from 4/6 to 5/6 as punters react to Catterall hinting at a more aggressive style.
What’s at Stake
The IBF Inter‑Continental belt and a top‑15 ranking are on the line. For Catterall, victory would reopen negotiations for a Josh Taylor rematch or position him for a WBO eliminator at welterweight. For Eubank, the family name guarantees marketability, and a signature win could set up a grudge match with Conor Benn or a European title shot.
Predictions & Expert Insight
Sky Sports analyst Carl Froch believes Catterall’s experience against championship‑level opposition will decide the contest, predicting a clear points verdict if he keeps his output consistent. Former world champion Amir Khan, however, has warned that Eubank’s ambidextrous movement could unbalance the favourite, especially if Catterall looks to force the pace for a stoppage.
My pick is Eubank, with more pressure to keep his 0 and to prove his family name, he will be able to dig deeper on the night. With Catterall already coming off two losses, and this being his first fight at welterweight, his mindset must be hindered. However the southpaw aspect is definitely one to watch out for.
What Comes Next
- If Jack Catterall wins: Expect Eddie Hearn to push for a Barboza Jr rematch before year‑end or a leap towards the WBO welterweight rankings.
- If Harlem Eubank wins: A showdown with Conor Benn (especially if Ben loses the rematch on september 20th) or a European title shot becomes the likeliest next step, accelerating his route to global contention.
- Regardless of result: The bout reshapes the domestic standings. Victory will also boost either fighter’s position in the welterweight rankings, enhancing bargaining power with international promoters.
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