Harrison has been a pro for two years

The 37-year-old Draskovic has a record of 27 wins, three defeats and two draws and has never been stopped in his 13 year career.

He went the distance with European champion Sinan Samil Sam, who defeated British and Commonwealth champion Danny Williams last month.

"This guy is going to give me a very tough challenge. He's been around for a while and I am going to have to be at the top of my game," said Harrison.

If you look at other heavyweight prospects coming through they are not fighting guys like this Audley Harrison

"People say that I am moving too slowly in my career but if you look at other fighters I'm moving pretty quickly.

"If you look at other heavyweight prospects coming through they are not fighting guys like this."

Harrison's manager Colin McMillan echoed his fighter's comments.

"No-one can question the credibility of this opponent.

"Draskovic holds a win over Joseph Chingangu, who knocked out former (WBO) heavyweight champion, Herbie Hide in just two rounds.

"At this stage in Audley's career it is important that he completes the rounds, and that is why I have selected an opponent who has been eight rounds or more over 11 times.

"Draskovic is renowned for his durability; he's never been stopped and is almost certain to take Audley the full eight rounds."

Appearing on the undercard are flyweight Peter Culshaw, super middleweight Dean Francis, Adrian Stone while Olympian Courtney Fry makes his professional debut.