Press Release
Brighton, England's Harlem Eubank (15-0, 6 KOs) faces Tom Farrell (21-5, 5 KOs) at London’s famous York Hall on Friday November 25th, live on Channel 5. The junior welterweight Eubank has produced some improved performances on route to his clash with Farrell, with a notable knockout coming in London in May when he convincingly dispatched Sean Dodd within two rounds. It was another test passed with flying colours for Eubank, who was full of confidence as he kept his ‘0’ intact alongside his lofty ambitions. The 28-year old Eubank showed another side in Newcastle in June against Eliot Chavez when his Mexican opponent was rightfully disqualified. After multiple punches once the bell signalled the end of the round, or a break had been called by referee Kenny Pringle, it was clear Eubank’s dominance had forced his opponent into such frustrations.
“Firstly, fighting at York Hall feels like home due to a lot of my early fights learning the craft taking place there and, historically, many great fighters have fought inside them four walls,” said Eubank. “Topping my own show feels like a huge moment for me, the next phase of my career is pushing towards the top of the division and showing the world what I can do. Success is when preparation meets opportunity, and I’m just looking seize every moment inside the ring.”
Although the Dodd knockout showed the power in his left hand, Eubank says boxing rather than sluggign comes first. “It’s all about going in there with a clear mind and not chasing the knockout but to look to box and create the opportunities. The opportunities present themselves naturally, and that’s where I will get the KO,” he said. “It’s all about fighting my fight, and if I do so I’ll get to show people another glimpse of my ability and the different components of my game. It’s about me focusing on performing to my best. I’m still uncovering and developing a lot of my strengths – but I have good speed, tenacity and good IQ. There’s plenty more to uncover and show. I look at the strengths of my opponent, and how I can neutralise and negate their strongest attributes.”
Liverpool’s Farrell will provide plenty of fresh questions for Eubank to answer. Farrell defeated a potential Nigerian nightmare in Olaide Fijabi at the M&S Bank Arena Liverpool back on June 30th, as he did enough to convince the judges when he outpointed his opponent in a hard fought contest, and is looking to get another win to halt the Eubank rise. "He’s undefeated and he’s promoted by Wasserman, so there’s a lot of pressure on him now. He’s going to be scared to lose his undefeated record, and I’ve got the experience on him with the amount of rounds I’ve banked during my career,” said Farrell. “I can box and I’m a natural fighter. He looks like a sharp boxer, who has started to punch a bit of late, but he does make mistakes. I think his lack of experience in tough fights will prove to be his downfall.”
Farrell will be showing up incredibly game, knowing all the notoriety of being a Eubank adds extra hype around the event. It’s an opportunity to walk out with the headlines and take the baton from Eubank on his title pursuit.
There have been many famous nights at the prestigious York Hall, and Farrell has every intention of adding this bout to the history books. ‘Fazza’ has already experienced some big fights against the likes of Ohara Davies, and knows the invaluable lessons learnt through high-pressure environments can give him the edge.
“His name gives you a bit of a clue about his pedigree, being a Eubank means he comes from good stock where boxing runs through his veins. From what I have seen of him he looks like a good fighter,” said Farrell.
“We’re fighting at arguably the most well-known fighting venue in the UK at York Hall, a place where fans know their boxing and my travelling faithful can enjoy another memorable night. I’m technically a veteran now so I’ve got to use that experience to my advantage.”
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