Catterall vs Harlem Eubank: Britons to fight in Manchester on 5 July

“I’m eager to put on a big performance and make a statement in my first fight up at welterweight.

“The Eubank name is hot at the moment but I’m ready to put the fire out in style.”

Eubank said: “This is a fight that’s been on my radar for a long time, and I’m delighted it’s finally happening.

“Jack is a world-class fighter and, in my view – and many others’ – a former undisputed champion.

“These are the elite-level match-ups I’ve been calling for, and make no mistake, I’m ready.”

Catterall missed out on becoming England’s first male undisputed champion in the four-belt era when he lost to Josh Taylor in 2022.

Most ringside observers felt he should have been awarded the decision against the Scot.

Catterall bounced back with a dominant win over Jorge Linares, gained revenge in a rematch with Taylor and edged past Regis Prograis.

He was one win away from a second world title shot but came up short in a close fight against Barboza Jr.

Eubank has built his name on free-to-air television but has yet to fight anyone of Catterall’s level.

After his win over McKenna, he called for a fight with Conor Benn, who was beaten by Eubank Jr last month, in the future.