Big Co-op Live event postponed with refunds to be given as fans issued apology

A big fight scheduled to take place at Co-op Live in August has been forced to be postponed.

Jack Catterall and Regis Prograis were due to go up against each other on August 24 as part of a blockbuster Super-Lightweight clash at the top of what had been billed as the first ever boxing show to take place at the Eastlands venue.

31-year-old Catterall, from Chorley, won a 29–1 match against Josh Taylor in May, whilst New Orleans native Prograis is ranked as the world's second best active super lightweight by the Transnational Boxing Rankings Board.

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The duo’s Stand on Business match, which was to be screened live on DAZN, has now been postponed with refunds set to be given out to ticket holders following an injury sustained by Catterall.

Posting on Instagram, he wrote: “For the first time in my 30 fight career, I’ve had to withdraw due to injury. I want to apologise to everyone who’s bought tickets and made plans to come to the fight.

“Refunds are available from point of purchase. I’m hoping to have a new date very soon. Apologies to my opponent Regis. My health comes first and I always want to ensure I’m at 100% walking into the ring. Thanks again for your continued support, see you all very soon.”

Matchroom Boxing, promoters for the event, also confirmed the news adding that further details of a rescheduled date would be available in ‘due course’. Following the announcement, fans took to social media to wish Catterall well.

One person wrote: “Get well soon champ. Never risk your health or life if you ain’t 110% fit." Another said: "Sorry to hear. Everyone knows how hard you train, stay focused champ." One other added: