Boxing Rivals Set to Clash in Highly Anticipated Rematch: “Hate Runs Deep” Between Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall
(Leeds, England – March 4, 2023) The much-anticipated rematch between undisputed world champion Josh Taylor and challenger Jack Catterall is set to take place this Saturday at the First Direct Arena in Leeds, England. The feud between the two boxers, which has been brewing for over two years, has captivated the attention of the boxing world.
“You have to be prepared for everything,” the 30-year-old [Catterall] stated, acknowledging the tense relationship between the two camps. While some boxing rivalries have eventually thawed over time, Catterall is unsure if he and Taylor will ever see eye to eye, stating, “Will we see eye to eye? Will we go on a tour in 20 years? Will we get the trilogy? I’m all about today and the future and what I can do.”
More than 11,000 fans are expected to pack the venue for the grudge match, officially billed as “Hate Runs Deep.” The bad blood between Taylor and Catterall is genuine, as evidenced by the physical altercation that took place when the rematch was announced. Their first encounter in February 2022 saw Taylor retain his titles, but the controversial decision has only further fueled the animosity between the two fighters.
Catterall, hailing from Chorley, is ready for the hostilities to spill over into fight week. The Chorley native is determined to avenge his only professional loss, which came against Taylor in their first meeting. Catterall has since notched decision wins over Darragh Foley and Jorge Linares, but he insists the build-up and aftermath with Taylor have been markedly different. “With Josh, it’s been a fight, we’ve boxed once, there’s a story behind it now. There was a long time before the first fight, going back and forth, two years after the first fight, a lot of things said, a lot of handbags thrown.”
While Catterall’s style may not be the most fan-friendly, he believes he possesses the skills to overcome Taylor. “I believe I do everything better than him,” the challenger stated confidently. “I believe I can beat them all.”
The outcome of this rematch will have significant implications for the future of both fighters. Should Catterall emerge victorious, a trilogy fight with Taylor would likely be the next step. However, the challenger remains open to pursuing other opportunities, including a world title shot, should the opportunity arise.
Fans and pundits alike are eagerly anticipating the clash between these two heated rivals, as the “Hate Runs Deep” narrative sets the stage for a potentially explosive encounter on March 4th.
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