British welterweight Harlem Eubank is scheduled to meet Irish warrior Tyrone McKenna, on March 7th, live and free on UK domestic Channel 5. The unbeaten Eubank meets The Mighty Celt at the Brighton Centre. Eubank ended over 12 months out of the ring, with a victory in Newcastle before Christmas, while McKenna signed off by winning a staggering two-round Fight of the Year contender, dubbed the ‘Irish Hagler-Hearns’. Eubank (20-0) has put himself within touching distance of major fights but knows he must deal with McKenna (24-5-1), the crowd-pleasing Belfast brawler who has shared the ring with Jack Catterall, Regis Prograis and other top names.

 

Eubank said: “Last time I fought in Brighton, we made history. The fans showed up in force, and I delivered a statement performance. This year, I want the big fights, and on March 7th, back home at the Brighton Centre, live on Channel 5, I’m going to make a real statement at 147 pounds. McKenna is a fan friendly, aggressive fighter who’s competed at the elite world level. It’s a real exciting fight, and that’s exactly what I’m in this game for. There’s also a rich history between the Eubanks and Irish fighters. On March 7th, I’ll add a new chapter.”

 

McKenna said: “I am licking my lips at the prospect of going into Eubank’s hometown on March 7, meeting him in the middle of the ring, and going into battle. Harlem has never met anyone like me in his career, not even close, and when the leather starts flying, he will soon realise there’s no easy way out. I am one of the most entertaining fighters in Ireland, I have the heart of a lion, one of the best chins around and I am an absolute nightmare for Eubank. Everyone could see from my last fight, that I am still incredibly dangerous, so make sure you don’t miss it, live on Channel 5, on March 7 because Eubank is in deep trouble.”