Brook, who has chased a domestic super-fight with Khan for years while the Bolton man forged a career in the US, finally got to stare his nemesis down at the Echo Arena as fight fans’ appetite for the clash hit fever pitch.

The Sheffield fighter accused Khan of “running” from him during his post-fight speech inside the ring, promising to do the 31-year-old “damage” when they finally meet.

But Khan played down suggestions Brook might be next on his hit list, instead identifying a surprise candidate in the shape of Adrien Broner to take on in the near future.

Both men are now signed to Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Promotions and, speaking to iFL TV this week, the 37-year-old handler revealed Khan would likely demand the fight be made at welterweight if it is to happen.