JACK CATTERALL could also be decided to settle a rating with Josh Taylor however his dream of changing into a world champion additionally stays a precedence.
Business at 140lbs will choose up on December 9 when Regis Prograis defends his WBC super-lightweight title in opposition to Devin Haney in San Francisco. As for the remainder of the 10-stone division, WBO champion Teofimo Lopez is but to make his subsequent transfer, whereas IBF titlist Subriel Matias may face obligatory challenger Shohjahon Ergashev on the David Benavidez-Demetrius Andrade undercard on November 25. And if Catterall’s former opponent Ohara Davies is to land a shot at WBA holder Rolando Romero, he should undergo Venezuelan warhorse Ismael Barroso first.
Having comfortably crushed Jorge Linares final night time, Catterall mapped out his future plans post-fight to the media. With a rematch in opposition to Josh Taylor a precedence, Catterall was additionally requested for his opinion on Prograis vs Haney.
“Interesting fight,” Catterall mentioned. “I’m still leaning towards Regis, he’s the more solid 140 fighter. [He] carries a lot of power. Haney looks big for the weight, so it’ll be interesting to see how he adjusts moving up.”
Catterall went on to then pay tribute to Linares, who introduced his retirement after his fourth successive defeat. The anticipated loss was his first to a British fighter having beforehand crushed Kevin Mitchell, Anthony Crolla (twice) and Luke Campbell.
“I wish him all the best in retirement,” Catterall mentioned. “I’ve been a fan the last 10-15 years. When the fight was announced, like I said to (manager) Sam [Jones] and (trainer) Jamie [Moore], there’s only respect there for what he’s achieved in the sport. Finishing his career in Liverpool tonight with me is an honour.”
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