IBF welterweight champion Kell Brook has predicted that Kevin Bizier's fighting style will lead to an exciting encounter between the two in Sheffield on Saturday night.

Brook is making his first appearance in the ring in 10 months against mandatory challenger Bizier, and although he is a big favourite with the bookmakers, the Yorkshireman thinks that Bizier will go toe to toe with him rather than look to keep him at range.

The 29-year-old told Sky Sports News: "I'm trying to bring the X-factor on Saturday. I'll bring new things, be relaxed and be professional. Just deal with the fight in hand how I've been doing in training. I know I've got it all to do and I'm willing to do that.

"Bizier comes first. I've got to deal with him. He's going to bring the heat and we'll have an exciting fight. That's what we're going to give you. The fireworks, the big punches and the angles. I'll do my part in there."

Since winning the belt from Shawn Porter in August 2014, Brook has successfully defended his world crown against Jo Jo Dan and Frankie Gavin.