Jack Catterall and Harlem Eubank’s all-British welterweight clash ended prematurely, leaving fans eager for more. The bout, held on July 6, 2025, at the AO Arena in Manchester, was halted before Round 7 due to cuts sustained from an accidental clash of heads.
- Jack Catterall won by technical decision.
- Fight stopped due to accidental head clash.
- Catterall dominated before the stoppage.
- Joe Cordina secured unanimous decision victory.
- Skye Nicolson won by second-round TKO.
- Upcoming IBF title fight may involve Catterall.
Referee Bob Williams made the decision to stop the fight after consulting with ringside doctors. Since the cuts were not caused by punches and at least four rounds had been completed, the fight went to the scorecards, resulting in a technical decision victory for Catterall, who won by margins of 69-65, 69-66, and 69-66. This outcome raises questions about the future for both fighters.
Catterall was clearly in control throughout the fight, effectively using his southpaw stance to land significant punches. However, the stoppage leaves fans wondering about the next steps for both boxers. Will Eubank regroup for a rematch, or can Catterall capitalize on this victory for a title shot?
- Catterall improved his record to 31-2, while Eubank fell to 21-1.
- The fight showcased the risks of head clashes in boxing, especially between southpaw and orthodox fighters.
- Joe Cordina also returned to winning form with a unanimous decision over Jaret Gonzalez.
- Upcoming title fights could see Catterall challenge for the vacant IBF welterweight title.
As the boxing calendar heats up, fans should keep an eye on upcoming matches, particularly the anticipated title fight between Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan, which could set the stage for Catterall’s next challenge.
