Barboza Jr. in enemy territory: Can he win over Catterall and the judges?

Jack Catterall released a clip on

Catterall embraces criticism

Catterall (30-1, 13 Kos) is embracing his “bored“Identity, making fun of it and not fighting it by denying what everyone can see. Some fans see him as a poor man Shakur Stevenson Once you eliminate hand speed, cat-like reflexes, and tracking star mobility. With a good cup of coffee in one’s system, watching the Catterall fight is tolerable.

Jack’s Boring Tactics:

• Constant support
• Exciting
• Excessive fines
• Low output

Jack looks like he’s trying to copy Shakur’s fighting style, making him Poison for the eyes. I’m surprised Dazn brought this fight as the main event on one of his broadcasts because this match won’t resonate with American fans, who have high tastes for quality fights. Americans don’t like to be bored.

Barboza wins this fight easily on paper, as he is a better talent than Catterall with superior skills, jab, and mobility. You name it, he’s got it. However, with this fight in Manchester, England, that puts Barboza Jr’s back against the wall, and he may have to really put it on Catterall to get the win. Needless to say, Catterall will use his typical tactics to make the contest unwatchable for fans.

Barboza’s best victories

– José Ramírez
– Danielito Zorrilla
-Antonio Moran
–Alex Saucedo
-Sean McComb
– Jose Pedraza

Barboza (31-0, 11 KOs) and Catterall will fight for the vacant WBO 140-pound title in a clash that will be shown live on Dazn.

The winner of this match will be in line to challenge reluctant WBO champion Teofimo Lopez, who has shown no interest in fighting either of these guys. Lopez has been sitting on his WBO title for two years, making voluntary defenses since capturing the belt in 2023. It will be interesting to see if Teo vacates or faces the winner of Catterall-Barboza Jr.

🗣️ “My name is @jack_catt93 And people think I’m boring? “😁😂

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– Matchroom Boxing (@matchroomboxing) January 25, 2025