Harlem Eubank vs Josh Wagner: Preview & Betting Tips

British boxing fans will be treated to an important welterweight clash as Harlem Eubank returns to the ring in his hometown, taking on Canada’s Josh Wagner at the Brighton Centre.

Eubank (21-1, 9 KO’s) is coming off the first professional loss of his career, a technical decision defeat to Jack Catterall in July.  The fight ended prematurely due to an accidental clash of heads, leaving Eubank frustrated and eager to prove a point.  Promoter Kalle Sauerland has already stated that a victory over Wagner would put Eubank back on the map for a world-title shot. 

Wagner (19-1, 10 KO’s) is no easy opponent. The 33-year-old Canadian from Orangeville, Ontario, brings 12 years of pro experience.  He stands at about 5ft11, giving him a height and likely reach advantage over Eubank.

Tale of the Tape 

Harlem Eubank – Odds 1.35 

Record: 21-1, 9 KO’s

Age: 31

Height: 5ft8

Reach: 68”

Weight: Welterweight 

Stance: Orthodox 

Josh Wagner – Odds 3.3 

Record: 19-1, 10 KO’s

Age: 33

Height: 5ft11

Reach: 70”

Weight: Welterweight 

Stance: Orthodox 

Harlem Eubank vs Josh Wagner: Analysis

One of the clearest talking points is the size discrepancy. Wagner is naturally the bigger welterweight and will almost certainly carry the reach advantage. Eubank, listed at 5ft8, is more compact and typically relies on footwork and timing rather than physical dominance.

Wagner’s jab, if consistent and disciplined, can serve as the central tool of the fight. If he establishes range early, he can force Eubank into longer resets, slowing the pace and preventing the Brighton fighter from entering his preferred mid-range exchanges.

On the flip side, Eubank’s mobility allows him to shrink the ring, negate reach, and turn the bout into a series of angles, pivots, a scenario that plays directly into his strengths.

Eubank vs Wagner: Prediction & Betting Tips

Overall, stylistically, this is a favourable fight for Eubank because his technical style and movement can neutralise some of Wagner’s physical advantages. However, Wagner has a real path to success if he can control distance and land his power shots.

If Eubank executes well and fights smart, mixing movement, timing, and combinations, he has a strong chance to take this convincingly. But if Wagner uses his size and reach, he could make life very difficult for Eubank, especially early on.

I’m taking Harlem Eubank moneyline at odds of 1.35 . Despite being undersized, Eubank is the more skillful man and could potentially force a late stoppage in this one or win widely on points.