In a recent interview on the Boxing News YouTube channel, Jack Catterall revealed his interest in facing the winner of the fight between Liam Paro and Richardson Hitchins. This bout will take place on Saturday, December 7, at the Roberto Clemente Coliseum in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Paro will make the first defense of his IBF super lightweight world title against Hitchins.
The British boxer talked about the possibilities of facing the winner of the Paro vs. Hitchins fight. Catterall analyzed the situation of the division, stating that it is completely open. He also did not hold back in praising Paro, whom he expects to see win. He expressed his willingness to face Paro next year.
“I think the division’s wide open. I’ll be keeping a close eye on that fight. I know I’ve got a big job next Saturday, but I love that Paro fight. Again, I expect him to beat Hitchins. I don’t expect it to be straightforward, but I would expect a victory, and I welcome that fight next year,” said Catterall.
The interviewers also referred to a previous attempt by Jack Catterall to secure a fight with Liam Paro. Catterall added that aside from the world champions, he considers Regis Prograis a good option at this time.
“I’m not aware of the reason this fight got proposed. I’m told there wasn’t an immediate shot at the world title, so I needed a big fight, something that would get me up for it. Aside from the world champions, I believe Regis [Prograis] is that,” Catterall stated.
The conversation turned to Ohara Davis, a former opponent of Jack Catterall, who will face Adam Azim on Saturday night.
Catterall expressed uncertainty about this fight. He recalled Davis’s recent loss, where he was defeated in 30 seconds, leading him to call the situation curious. Despite this, Catterall wished Davis the best, hoping he stays in shape and healthy.
“I don’t really know what to make of it. Ohara is still building; he’s kind of like a gatekeeper towards the top domestic level. He got splattered in his last fight in about 30 seconds, so it’s a funny one. Listen, I wish him all the best and hope he stays fit and well,” Catterall expressed.
On another note, Jack Catterall shared his thoughts on the fight between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol.
He pointed out that, in his opinion, Beterbiev won by one round and does not believe there was a draw. He also commented that it was an excellent fight and was very close.
“You know what, I was scoring it at the time, and I think I gave it to Beterbiev by a round. You couldn’t have argued with a draw. I think there was one scorecard that was a bit shocking, but it was such a tremendous fight and a very close one,” Catterall said.
Finally, Jack Catterall explained, according to his view, what made the difference in the outcome of the fight.
“It’s a difficult one. It depends on what you prefer, what you like. I saw Beterbiev chipping away constantly. He gave away a few of the rounds, but I think he finished strong as well,” Catterall concluded.
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