Harrison set for March comeback

Former world featherweight champion Scott Harrison has pencilled in a March comeback after declaring himself "officially back".

The Scot, 30, has not fought for more than two years after battling alcohol abuse and depression, while he also has to face outstanding assault charges in Spain and Scotland.

But after apparently conquering his demons and linking up once again with promoter Frank Warren, a fit-again Harrison insists he is finally ready to return to the ring.

"I've been training for three months and feel great," he told the Daily Mirror.

"I hope to fight in March. I can't wait to get back in the ring and put on a good show for everyone.

"I definitely think I will become a world champion again and I've done it twice before. Scott Harrison is officially back."

The former WBO featherweight champion - who has applied to the British Boxing Board of Control to have his licence reinstated - claims his drinking problems are a thing of the past.

"The last two years have been an absolute nightmare," he said.

"I'd been fighting since I was 15 and so for Scott Harrison not to fight was a total shock.

"But I'm in brilliant condition now, excellent physical condition, and the last time I had a drink was so long ago, I can't remember."