British heavyweight Audley Harrison is set to return against Billy Zumbrun in Temecula, California on 9 June. The 33-year-old, who vacated the WBF title earlier this month to pursue his boxing career in the USA, last fought against Tomasz Bonin in June 2004.
"The wait is over for me and my fans," said the former Olympic champion.
"People will realise I am ready to begin the next phase of my career that will end up with the heavyweight championship of the world."
Harrison has been out of action since suffering a ligament tear to his left hand last autumn.
But the Briton is now back to full fitness and will head to Temecula to take on Zumbrun, who recently lost to former heavyweight champion Riddick Bowe in a split decision. "I feel in great shape, my fitness is excellent and my hand has fully healed." said Harrison.
"I have always said 2005 would be the year I go for it and coming back on national television in the United States is a testament to the seriousness of what I plan to do."
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