I was not always convinced Catterall would reach the heights of boxing. I was unsure about his drive and desire, and that uncertainty was because of his personality.

He is charismatic and a good-looking kid, but he is not an outrageous headline grabber and would not really put himself out there.

He reminded me a little bit of Joe Calzaghe, who was reluctant to do any sponsorship events unless he knew somebody there. In fact, I once got a sponsored car from Joe not going to places and me going instead.

But Catterall has proved me wrong and my assessment may have been a little bit disrespectful. Just because he is a nice guy does not mean he is not tough. He has shown he is one of the toughest fighters out there and is willing to go to war.

In his performances in the two fights with Taylor, for example, he boxed like his normal self but with more ambition.

When he outpointed Regis Prograis in October, Catterall put his foot on the gas when he had the opportunity in a mature, experienced and skilled performance.

The problem is that because Catterall is such a thinking fighter, he can sometimes be overcautious and let himself down.

As a coach, you have to be happy because he does not take unnecessary risks, but sometimes as a fan you want more.

I was a safety-first fighter, so I understand that, but it holds you back from stoppages and people taking notice of you.