How is Nathan Gorman related to Tyson Fury?

Nathan Gorman is set to face for the IBF International Heavyweight Championship title this Friday when he faces Tomas Salek at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool.

It's part of a big night of boxing on Friday night (June 17) as Gorman looks to elevate his stock with a statement win over Salek and in capturing the belt.

Gorman has been given the opportunity to fight for the belt after convincingly winning his last two bouts, and now hopes to continue in his families legacy.

READ MORE: Paris Fury gives update on Tyson Fury retirement amid £500m admission

Indeed, Gorman is the first cousin of Tyson, Tommy and Hughie Fury, growing up in Nantwich. He was previously trained Ricky Hatton throughout his career, signing with Frank Warren's Queensberry Promotions five years ago before moving to Wasserman Boxing.

And although Gorman knows he has a huge opportunity to elevate his stature with a win on Friday, he's aiming for the top of the heavyweight division.

Gorman said: “I do believe it’s in my blood to win a world title. I can go back 200 or 300 years of fighting in my blood line, maybe more, and I’m trying to pick up where they left off.

"Obviously, you have big Tyson, and the things he has done in the sport are fantastic. So if I can try to achieve what I can achieve — world title honours, British title honours — it’ll be unbelievable.

"The heavyweight division is in the best era it has ever been. Just domestically alone, look at the names you’ve got, never mind European and world level. It’s unbelievable. We went through a stagnant time where nothing was happening for 15, 20 years and now all of a sudden there are big fighters all over the show.

"The big boys are getting a bit older and I imagine the belts will get a bit freer