News
Taylor vs. Catterall Rematch Postponed Again Due to Taylor's Injury
Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall's highly anticipated rematch has been postponed for the second time due to Taylor's eye injury suffered during training. The rematch, initially set for April 27, will now take place on May 25 as Taylor undergoes surgery to address the issue. This setback comes after the controversial split decision victory Taylor claimed in their first bout, leaving many feeling Catterall was unjustly denied the win.
This isn't the first time Taylor has withdrawn from the rematch due to injury, with a previous foot injury causing a delay. Instead of facing Catterall upon his return, Taylor opted to fight Teofimo Lopez, resulting in a unanimous decision loss and the loss of his WBO Junior Welterweight Title. Despite this setback, Taylor remains determined to set the record straight once fully healed, eager to face Catterall and settle the score.
The animosity between Taylor and Catterall has only intensified since their first encounter, evident in their recent press conference altercation. Taylor's introduction of a coloring book to Catterall, insinuating learning difficulties, sparked controversy, leading to a physical confrontation. Despite the bad blood, both fighters are vocal about their desire for the rematch, with Catterall expressing personal motivation to defeat Taylor and Taylor promising to dominate his opponent.
Amidst speculation about Taylor's ability to make weight and concerns over his recent injuries, the anticipation for the rematch continues to grow. With both fighters eager to prove themselves in the ring, fans can expect a fierce battle when Taylor and Catterall finally meet again. As the new date approaches, tensions are high, and the boxing world eagerly awaits the outcome of this highly anticipated showdown.
#JoshTaylor #JackCatterall #TaylorvsCatterall #Boxing #Rematch #Injury #SportsBiz
This isn't the first time Taylor has withdrawn from the rematch due to injury, with a previous foot injury causing a delay. Instead of facing Catterall upon his return, Taylor opted to fight Teofimo Lopez, resulting in a unanimous decision loss and the loss of his WBO Junior Welterweight Title. Despite this setback, Taylor remains determined to set the record straight once fully healed, eager to face Catterall and settle the score.
The animosity between Taylor and Catterall has only intensified since their first encounter, evident in their recent press conference altercation. Taylor's introduction of a coloring book to Catterall, insinuating learning difficulties, sparked controversy, leading to a physical confrontation. Despite the bad blood, both fighters are vocal about their desire for the rematch, with Catterall expressing personal motivation to defeat Taylor and Taylor promising to dominate his opponent.
Amidst speculation about Taylor's ability to make weight and concerns over his recent injuries, the anticipation for the rematch continues to grow. With both fighters eager to prove themselves in the ring, fans can expect a fierce battle when Taylor and Catterall finally meet again. As the new date approaches, tensions are high, and the boxing world eagerly awaits the outcome of this highly anticipated showdown.
#JoshTaylor #JackCatterall #TaylorvsCatterall #Boxing #Rematch #Injury #SportsBiz
