Preview of the Weekend's Main Fights: Linares vs. Catterall and Strong Showdown in the USA

We present an overview of the key boxing matchups happening this weekend in the UK and the USA.

October 21st

Liverpool, United Kingdom - Echo Arena

Jack Catterall (27-1, 13 KO) vs. Jorge Linares (47-8, 29 KO)

Title Fight: WBA Inter-Continental in the first super lightweight division

Jack Catterall faces his first renowned opponent since suffering his inaugural career loss. Early in 2022, he was defeated by Josh Taylor in a contentious bout for the absolute championship. Despite the unresolved decision for a rematch, Catterall has continued to prevail, most recently securing a judges' decision victory over Derrig Folly. He now prepares to go up against Linares.

Jorge Linares hasn't seen victory since 2020. During this time, he faced losses to Heini in the USA and two defeats on Russian soil. Linares has come up short in all three of these matches.

October 22nd

Inglewood, USA - Kia Forum

Alexis Rocha (23-1, 15 KO) vs. Giovanni Santillan (31-0, 16 KO)

Title Fight: WBO NABO North American championship in the super lightweight division (up to 66.7 kg)

Rocha's unbeaten streak dates back to 2020, with seven victories in this time, five of which were by knockout. Giovanni Santillan maintains a spotless record and exudes confidence, though he has yet to face opponents of Rocha's caliber.

The winner of this bout will be positioned as one of the contenders for the WBO title, which is currently held by Terence Crawford.