I won't rest until I fulfil my dream of becoming a two-weight world champion, says reborn Josh Taylor

 

I won't rest until I fulfil my dream of becoming a two-weight world champion, says reborn Josh Taylor

Josh Taylor, the former undisputed light welterweight boxing champion, is set to make his welterweight debut against Ekow Essuman on May 24, 2025, in Glasgow, Scotland. The 34 year old Scot, who unified all four major titles at 140 pounds in 2021, aims to become a two weight world champion, a goal he says drives his comeback. After consecutive losses to Teofimo Lopez and Jack Catterall, Taylor views the move to 147 pounds as a chance to reignite his career and silence critics who claim he’s past his prime. He feels liberated from the pressure of his previous achievements and is confident in his ability to compete at the higher weight class, citing his natural size advantage and past sparring sessions, including one where he dropped former welterweight champion Yordenis Ugas. Taylor acknowledges Essuman, a former British and Commonwealth titleholder, as a formidable opponent, emphasizing that a strong performance is crucial to earning bigger fights in the competitive welterweight division, which includes stars like Terence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr. He describes the fight as a pivotal moment, expressing a renewed hunger and determination to prove he still belongs among boxing’s elite. Taylor’s move up in weight follows years of grueling weight cuts, and he believes the shift will allow him to perform at his best. A victory could position him for high profile matchups, while a loss might jeopardize his aspirations. The bout, set in his home country, carries added significance as Taylor seeks to reclaim his status as one of boxing’s top fighters. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see if the reborn Taylor can deliver on his promise and take the first step toward achieving his ambitious goal.

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