Jack Catterall has spoken of his disappointment and having to reschedule his bout with Regis Prograis.
The pair had been attributable to combat on August 23 on the new Co-op Enviornment in Manchester, however Catterall withdrew yesterday and promoters Matchroom need to reschedule later within the yr.
“I picked up an harm and tried to coach by means of it final week and took medical recommendation and clearly it’s disappointing, however well being comes first,” Catterall informed BoxingScene. “I’ve needed to make the choice to withdraw and take a look at rescheduling it.”
Catterall is stuffed with respect for Prograis, so shouldn’t be ready to go away something to likelihood or to have any excuses post-fight. He needs to be at his greatest for the Houston-based junior welterweight contender.
“100 per cent,” stated the 31-year-old Englishman. “With the state of affairs I discover myself in, I discover myself in a great place. I’ve had the momentum this final yr or two, so I’ve acquired to verify I can get in there and it’s a combat I imagine I can win so I’m not going to go in there lower than 100 per cent.”
Catterall didn’t wish to disclose the character of his coaching harm however is staying within the health club and dealing together with his group on being ready for a brand new date. Early stories stated it might be the autumn, however Catterall will field when he’s prepared.
“My supervisor Sam [Jones] and Matchroom are working with me, holding the dialogue going,” the Chorley southpaw added. “We’re dates, however finally I would like to verify I’m match. The worst factor for me can be to reschedule it too quickly after which need to withdraw once more as a result of I’m not 100 per cent. So there’ll be a call made between us going ahead.”
