
Harlem Eubank faces the most dangerous opponent of his career when he meets Irish boxing warrior Tyrone McKenna, on March 7, live and free on Channel 5.
The unbeaten Eubank meets The Mighty Celt at The Brighton Centre, in a fight that is guaranteed to deliver drama and excitement – and prove the truest test of Harlem’s title temperament to date.
Eubank, one of the hottest properties in world boxing, 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’.
Harlem has put himself within touching distance of major championship fights but knows he must deal with McKenna, the crowd-pleasing Belfast brawler who has shared the ring with Jack Catterall, Regis Prograis and other top names.
Right Here, Right Now, in Eubank’s hometown of Brighton marks Wasserman Boxing’s statement start to 2025, live and free on Channel 5.
Harlem 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 7, back home at the Brighton Centre, live on Channel 5, I’m going to make a real statement at 147lbs.
“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 7, I’ll add a new chapter.”
Tyrone 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.”
BIG FIGHT ODDS WITH LADBROKES
Harlem Eubank – 1/7
Tyrone McKenna – 9/2
Draw – 25/1
Kalle Sauerland, Global Head of Boxing at Wasserman, said: “Hold onto your hats, ladies and gents, because Eubank vs. McKenna is going to be a wild ride!
“Wasserman Boxing opens 2025 with an absolute banger as Harlem puts his title credentials on the line against the big-hearted, hard-punching and granite-chinned Tyrone McKenna, on March 7, live and free on Channel 5.
“Eubank will have to prove he has the mettle to mix it and stand toe-to-toe in the centre of the ring, because McKenna is not backing down.
“But in front of his brilliant Brighton fans, we know Harlem has what it takes to issue a serious statement. But McKenna is live, and he is dangerous – just watch his last fight!”
Alex Apati of Ladbrokes said: “What a way to start 2025; fans can’t wait to see Harlem Eubank back in Brighton and, as is fast becoming the norm, he’ll head into the ring as the overwhelming favourite to add to his unbeaten record.”