Catterall Fires Opening Shots Ahead of Taylor Rematch: "He Didn't Look Too Clever"
In a highly anticipated rematch set for April 27 at the First Direct Arena in Leeds, Jack Catterall has wasted no time in reigniting the simmering feud with Josh Taylor. The two met in a controversial clash two years ago, with Taylor securing the super-lightweight titles in a hotly debated decision. Monday's press conference in Scotland marked the official kickoff for their second encounter, and tensions ran high. Catterall, nicknamed 'El Gato,' didn't hold back during the staredown, grabbing Taylor by the throat amidst a charged atmosphere. The British boxer, sporting a nearly spotless 28-1 record, expressed his excitement for the rematch, taking a jab at Taylor's physical appearance during their recent encounter. Catterall mentioned, "He didn't look too clever, but the juices are flowing, and I'm excited for this." Reflecting on the past two years, Catterall acknowledged doubts about the rematch materializing. However, the persistent talk and constant inquiries from fans fueled his belief that it would eventually happen. Catterall emphasized that Taylor initially had aspirations to move up to the 147lbs division but found himself drawn back to face Catterall, recognizing it as his most significant challenge. For Catterall, the upcoming bout isn't just about redemption but also a stepping stone to world titles. Despite the controversial loss in their previous meeting, he views this fight as an opportunity to prove himself and inch closer to the coveted world championship. As Catterall prepares for "round 13," he underlined the changes in both fighters over the past two years, with Taylor experiencing a loss against Lopez. Confident in his own improvement, Catterall expressed a belief that he is the favorite and declared his intent to knock Taylor out or dominate him for the full 12 rounds. The long-awaited rematch has finally materialized, and Catterall is brimming with excitement, asserting, "I'm going to smash his head in on April 27." #catteralltaylorrematch #boxingfeud #elgato #boxingtalks #superlightweight
