“PICK on someone your own size” warns Martin Murray as he squares up to Titan ahead of his world title eliminator in Monte Carlo this weekend.

Titan was the star attraction at a special alien themed event held in the town centre.

The 8ft silver giant, which has shared a stage with Rhianna as well as appearing on the X-Factor, gave two free performances in Church Square, where thousands of families turned out to watch.

Fingerpost fighter Murray, who will take on Domenico Spada in Monte Carlo this Saturday for a crack at a world title, playfully squared up to the huge robot.

It was a sci-fi fans dream with Titan followed by a Dalek invasion.

Meanwhile, a number of events are planned in the run up to Christmas in St Helens.

The Old Tyme Funfair heads to Church Square tomorrow (Friday, October 24) featuring a giant wheel and vintage funfair rides.

Spark in the Park returns to Sherdley Park on Bonfire Night and the bumper Christmas lights switch on show takes place on Saturday, November 15.