Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall each weighed in on Friday forward of their highly-anticipated rematch on the First Direct Area in Leeds on Saturdya.
After a contentious split-decision of their first struggle, Taylor threatened to maneuver as much as the welterweight division, amid reported difficulties making the 140lb restrict. But, right here we’re, as he and Catterall are all set for his or her rematch within the super-lightweight division.
Through the aftermath of their first encounter, it was anticipated that ‘The Tartan Twister’ would vacate his WBO world title and transfer as much as 147lb, however he as an alternative opted to defend the belt towards Teofimo Lopez – the place he suffered a primary profession defeat.
Once more, there have been rumours that Taylor’s time on the weight was achieved however the controversy of his struggle with Catterall remained, convincing the Scot to stay for what’s suspected to be his last contest within the division.
In the meantime, Catterall has fought twice since dropping his undefeated file to Taylor, twice profitable by unanimous-decision towards each Darragh Foley and Jorge Linares throughout 2023.
His want for an opportunity at vengeance with Taylor was lastly granted and after two postponements, he and Taylor will lastly go toe-to-toe tomorrow evening.
On the Queens Resort in Leeds, Catterall scaled a gentle 138.8lbs, while Taylor weighed-in at 139.6lbs after coming into the stage to a refrain of boos from the English crowd.
Through the face-off, a assured wanting Taylor nodded his head while Catterall tried to change phrases, earlier than a short and intense stare between the pair commenced.
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Taylor-Catterall II takes place on the First Direct Area in Leeds tomorrow evening and might be watched stay on DAZN, as one among Britain’s most fierce rivalries lastly will get settled.
That struggle tops an intriguing invoice that additionally incorporates a British cruiserweight title showdown between Chev Clarke and Ellis Zorro.
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