Boxer Will Harrison is set to break out of the shadows of Leeds-based sparring partners Josh Warrington and Maxi Hughes when he enters the ring on March 30th.
The 26-year-old welterweight from York has steadily built a 5-0 record against a number of journeymen since turning professional at the end of 2021.
Trained under the watchful eye of Sean O’Hagan, coach of world champion boxers Warrington and Hughes, Will ‘The Thrill’ recently revealed to Boxing Social that sparring with elite fighters has proven invaluable for his personal development.
“It is a totally different experience,” he admitted. “You know that if you are landing on these (elite) guys, then you are going to land on the other guys. Especially when they are helping to teach me to turn over my shot or to take certain steps, all the advice is building my game up to the next level.”
While an opponent has not yet been confirmed for the end of March, Harrison is adamant that future fights will be scheduled on a title-first basis.
“We are on a title hunt. After this fight we are looking at who has got central area titles, English titles. I am hungry for it this year.”
Harrison believes he has evolved into a more polished boxer since his debut in November 2021, a decision victory over six rounds against Gary McGuire at Elland Road.
“I am far better at timing shots,” he revealed. “I am better at seeing openings and knowing when to throw, conserving my energy and not fighting to my opponent’s game plan.”
Victory in March for Harrison would boost his claim to challenging Dom Hunt (13-0) for his central area welterweight title. Hunt has held the regional belt since 2021, when he beat James Flint over ten rounds, and his since successfully defended his title twice against veteran Darren Tetley and prospect Cameron Kaihau.
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