Harlem Eubank and Timo Schwarzkopf shared an intense face-off at today’s pre-fight press conference in Brighton, ahead of their clash live on Channel 5 on Friday night.

Eubank and Schwarzkopf headline ‘Bloodline’, the latest big-punching Wasserman Boxing event, delivered in association with Ladbrokes, Numan and Infinitum Entertainment.

The unbeaten Harlem becomes the first member of the famous Eubank fighting family to headline in their home city, since Chris Eubank Senior defended his world title in the 1990s.

Eubank knows a victory in front of his home fans will catapult his career towards big fights but the experienced Schwarzkopf has flown over from Germany, intent on causing an upset.

Harlem Eubank said: “I feel great, I feel ready to put on a statement performance.

“I am ready to to go out and put on a display we’ve been preparing for.  This is the homecoming I have wanted for a long time and one I have worked hard for.

“I am going to bring it back home for my people.”

MAKE A KNOCKOUT BET WITH LADBROKES
Eubank to win 1/10
Schwarzkopf to win 6/1
Draw 20/1

Timo Schwarzkopf said: “He’s a good fighter, but we will see if he is a real warrior like Chris Eubank Senior was.

“I am a warrior like Senior but is the younger Eubank as strong?  I will test him to the head and test him to the body.”

Nisse Sauerland said: “This is Harlem’s coming out party on a massive night.

“Brighton hasn’t had a boxing event like this in a long time.  Tickets have sold unbelievably well and we are expecting a great night.”

Chris Eubank Senior said: “I am excited and I am fascinated by Harlem’s boxing ability.  I am switched on when I see someone with his ability and his ability is phenomenal.

“Harlem is a beautiful, sweet boxer but if he is back into a corner, you are in trouble.”

The battle-hardened Timo Schwarzkopf is determined to defy the odds and ruin Harlem Eubank’s huge homecoming in Brighton on Friday night, live and free-to-air on Channel 5.

Eubank and Schwarzkopf headline a packed Wasserman Boxing show in the iconic resort this week, with world class super middleweight Lerrone Richards back in action, as well as rising heavyweight Roman Fury.

Dangerous Kazak Sultan Zaurbek continues to hunt a world title shot, there is the debut of international amateur star Tom Welland, and local hero Tommy Welch, the son of heavyweight favourite Scott, returns to the ring – plus many more fights.

Delivered in association with Ladbrokes, Numan and Infinitum Entertainment, ‘Bloodline’ promises to be an emotionally-charged evening set against the backdrop of an electric atmosphere, as Brighton turns out to support Harlem Eubank – the first of his famous family to headline in their hometown since Chris Eubank Senior in the early 1990s.

But Schwarzkopf, a grizzled 27-fight veteran who already has a big-name British scalp on his record, is ready to spoil the party.

And the 6/1 underdog with Ladbrokes, has issued a chilling warning to Eubank ahead of his arrival into Brighton tomorrow.

“Eubank doesn’t scare me,” Schwarzkopf said.

“Harlem, I am coming for you.”

MAKE A KNOCKOUT BET WITH LADBROKES
Eubank to win 1/10
Schwarzkopf to win 6/1
Draw 20/1

The super lightweight rivals clash for the WBO Global belt and will come face-to-face at Wednesday afternoon’s press conference, ahead of a night which also has the backing of big-fight sponsors Rockwater and Drip.

Schwarzkopf was buoyed after the pair first went head-to-head last month and, as he prepares to return to Brighton, the 32-year-old is more confident than ever.

“I am thankful for this chance to prove myself and to show what I can do,” he added.

“I am better than all of his previous opponents and I have fought better opponents in my career.  My last fight was against Miquel Vasquez, who is very strong.  Harlem’s last opponent was not very good.”

Tom Welland will make his highly anticipated professional debut in Brighton on Friday, November 10.

The 19-year-old, a three times national amateur champion, will box over four rounds at the Brighton Centre next month, on a show headlined by Harlem Eubank vs Timo Schwarzkopf.

Also on the Brighton undercard are: 

• Kazak KO artist Sultan Zaurbek
• Mikkel Kessler-trained Oliver Zaren
• Tommy Welch, the son of British heavyweight icon Scott Welch
• The unbeaten Devon destroyer Ben Andrews
• JP O’Meara, the former Team GB star 
• The pro debut of local hero Harvey Dykes
• Unbeaten featherweight Ebonie Jones
• Northern Ireland’s big punching Tiernan Bradley

Further big names will be added to the return of big time boxing in Brighton, in due course.

Harlem Eubank and Timo Schwarzkopf came face-to-face for the first time today – hundreds of feet above the Brighton seafront.

The super lightweight rivals collide on Friday, November 10 at the Brighton Centre, live and free-to-air on Channel 5, as Harlem becomes the first Eubank to headline in their hometown since Chris Eubank Senior’s world title defence in the early 90s.

Eubank and Schwarzkopf squared off for the first time since their fight was announced, 450ft in the air, in the Brightoni360 pod and then met later in the day at the official launch press conference for their fight next month.

The unbeaten Eubank faces the toughest test of his career and knows he will need the support of his hometown fans.

“I am inspired to be back here in my hometown, in a big, big fight in front of the Brighton fans on November 10,” the 18-0 Eubank said.

Tickets for the Wasserman Boxing show – delivered in association with Ladbrokes, Numan and Infinitum Entertainment – go on sale on Friday at 10am

Harlem Eubank will carry on his family’s famous fighting legacy in Brighton when he brings prime time boxing back to the city on November 10, live and free-to-air on Channel 5. 

The unbeaten super lightweight contender headlines in his hometown at The Brighton Centre against tough German Timo Schwarzkopf, on what promises to be an emotionally charged night in front of his own fans. 

Eubank was always destined to become a star attraction in Brighton and will be the first of his fighting family to box in the city since Chris Eubank Senior defended his world title in the iconic seaside resort in the early 1990s. 

Harlem is ready to build Brighton into a fortress as he begins an assault on international titles and knows hometown support is vital when he faces Schwarzkopf – a fighter who has never been stopped. 

A big-name undercard for the Wasserman Boxing event, delivered in association with Ladbrokes, Numan and Infinitum Entertainment, will be announced in due course. 

Harlem Eubank said: “The hairs on the back of my neck stand up whenever I think about November 10, and fighting in Brighton, in front of my hometown fans. 

“You could say that this has been my destiny, that it was meant to be and was written in the stars, but this isn’t going to be a one-off, I want to make this the first of many big nights of boxing in my city. 

“I know the great people of Brighton will come out in force to support me and the fight with Schwarzkopf, and the event, will be one to savour.”  

Timo Schwarzkopf said: “I fully understand how everyone expects this fight to go.  They will be buying tickets and watching the fight on television, expecting to see Harlem win in spectacular fashion. 

“But, sorry, that is not going to happen.  I am far too experienced, tough and skillful for Eubank and I will ruin his homecoming.” 

BIG FIGHT ODDS WITH LADBROKES
Eubank to win – 1/10
Schwarzkopf to win – 6/1

Kalle Sauerland, Head of Global Boxing at Wasserman Boxing, said: “November 10 promises to be a very special night as Harlem becomes the latest member of his famous fighting family to headline in Brighton. 

“Thirty years after Chris Eubank Senior defended his world title, the Eubank name headlines a major night of boxing in the city, once again. 

“It will be emotional; it will be thrilling, and it is sure to capture the imagination of everyone associated with Brighton.” 

Alex Apati of Ladbrokes said: “Boxing fans in Brighton will know the Eubank name all too well; this time it’s Harlem who takes centre stage though, and he’ll do so as the overwhelming favourite to get the better of a tough opponent in Timo Schwarzkopf, who is yet to be stopped in 27 professional bouts.”  

He added: “We’re excited to once again support Wasserman ahead of what’s sure to be another scintillating night in the ring.” 

WBO number ranked junior welterweight Jack Catterall won a 10-round unanimous decision over Timo Schwarzkopf at Caesars Palace Dubai.

Catterall of England own by scores of 100-91, 99-92 and 99-91 and is now 25-0. Schwarzopf is 20-4.

Vijander Singh beat up Charles Adamu over eight rounds by winning an unanimous decision in a super middleweight contest

In round four, Adamu was docked a point for headbutts.

In round six, Singh rocked Adamu with a right hand that forced the referee to administer an eight-count.

Singh of India won by scores of 80-68 on all cards and is now 12-0. Adamu is 33-15.

Muhammad Waseem won an eight-round unanimous decision over Ganigan Lopez in a super flyweight bout.

Waseem of Pakistan won by scores of 80-73 and 77-75 twice, and is now 10-1. Lopez of Mexico City is 36-11.

Thomas Patrick Ward remained undefeated with an eight-round unanimous decision over Martin Casillas in a super bantamweight bout.

Ward won by 80-71 scores on all cards and is now 29-0. Casillas is 20-12-1.

(Nov. 20, 2019) — WBO No. 1 140-pound contender Jack Catterall and Indian super middleweight contender Vijender Singh will co-headline a special edition of #MTKFightNight Friday from Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai.
 
Catterall will face Timo Schwarzkopf, while Singh will fight Ghanaian veteran Charles “The Crusader” Adamu in 10-round bouts.
 
Catterall-Schwarzkopf and Singh-Adamu will stream live on ESPN+, the leading multisport streaming service, beginning at 10:30 a.m. ET/7:30 a.m. PT.
 
Catterall (24-0, 13 KOs) is a mandatory challenger for unified champion Jose Ramirez, but he will have to wait until 2020 to receive his title shot. The former British champion had standout victories last year over domestic rivals Tyrone McKenna and Ohara Davies and is looking to maintain his ranking. Schwarzkopf (20-3, 12 KOs) is a nine-year pro who has never been stopped and has won two of his past three bouts.
 
Singh (11-0, 8 KOs) is a three-time Indian Olympian who won his nation’s first Olympic boxing medal at the 2008 Beijing Games. He made his Top Rank debut July 13 in Newark, N.J., knocking out Mike Snider in four rounds. Adamu (33-14, 26 KOs) has fought a plethora of top names during an 18-year career. He won the Commonwealth super middleweight title in 2009 and is coming off a third-round stoppage win in February.
 
In other action from Dubai:

• Former world title challenger Muhammad “Falcon” Waseem (9-1, 7 KOs) will battle former light flyweight world champion Ganigan Lopez (36-10, 19 KOs) in an eight-round super flyweight contest.
   
• Super bantamweight contender Thomas Patrick Ward (28-0, 4 KOs) will take on Mexican veteran Martin Casillas (20-11-1, 10 KOs), winner of four straight, in an eight-rounder. 

Golden Contract Super Lightweight Quarterfinals
Friday, 2:30 p.m. ET
 
The Golden Contract Super Lightweight quarterfinals, a single-elimination tournament presented by MTK Global, will kick off Friday from London’s York Hall at 2:30 p.m. ET/11:30 a.m. PT.
 
The eight fighters are as follows: former French and European welterweight champion Mohamed Mimoune (21-3, 2 KOs), unbeaten British prospect Darren Surtees (12-0, 8 KOs), Welsh super lightweight champion Kieran Gething (9-2-1, 2 KOs), Scottish fan-favorite Lewis “Kid Caramel” Benson (12-2, 2 KOs), unbeaten Hawaiian contender Logan Yoon (16-0, 12 KOs), former English lightweight champion Ohara Davies (19-2, 14 KOs), British Southern Area super lightweight champion Mikey Sakyi (8-2, 4 KOs) and WBC International super lightweight champion Tyrone McKenna (19-1-1, 6 KOs).
 
The quarterfinal draw was set Tuesday afternoon and will feature the following bouts: Gething vs. Benson, Mimoune vs. Surtees, Sakyi vs. McKenna and Yoon vs. Davies.
 
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