The highly anticipated rematch between Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall concluded in an electrifying bout that went the distance. Meeting face-to-face before the opening bell at the First Direct Arena in Leeds, England, both fighters were determined to prove their dominance in the junior welterweight division.

Josh Taylor entered the ring with the aim of solidifying his status as the superior fighter and reaffirming his position at the top of the division. For Jack Catterall, this fight was about vindication after a controversial split decision loss to Taylor in 2022.

From the opening rounds, the match was action-packed, with both fighters demonstrating aggressive tactics. Early accidental head clashes set the tone for a fierce contest. Catterall’s effective counters and jabs posed significant challenges for Taylor, whose eye began to swell by the midpoint of the fight. Despite a strong seventh round for Taylor, where Catterall appeared to slow down, the momentum shifted again in the later rounds.

In the 11th round, Catterall landed a powerful left hand that rocked Taylor, although Taylor managed to recover. The final round saw Catterall’s counter-punching skills shine once more, securing his dominance in the fight.

The judges scored the fight decisively in favor of Catterall with scores of 117-111, 117-111, and 116-113, marking a unanimous decision victory. This win served as sweet vindication for Catterall and solidified his standing in the junior welterweight division.