On Saturday, Could 25, Jack Catterall (29-1, 13 KOs) received his long-awaited revenge as he defeated Josh Taylor (19-2, 13. KOs) in a dramatic conflict on the First Direct Enviornment in Leeds, England. The cardboard was streamed stay on DAZN, with “El Gato” getting his redemption by unanimous choice – with the choose’s scorecards studying 117-111×2 and 116-113. Following the rematch win, consideration now turns to what battle may come subsequent for the Chorley native.
Jack Catterall Subsequent Struggle: What Might be Subsequent for ‘El Gato’
Winner of Liam Paro vs. Subriel Matias
After the win over Taylor, Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn spoke on what could possibly be subsequent for the Chorley fighter: “The third battle is an enormous battle, however he deserves to be world champion. That’s received to be the main focus. We’re deep at 140; Subriel Matias fights Liam Paro developing; we’ve received Devin Haney in opposition to Sandor Martin. I’d like to see this man problem and hopefully win a world championship.”
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Subriel Matias would be the favorite in opposition to Australian Liam Paro because the Puerto Rican appears to be like to efficiently defend the IBF tremendous light-weight title he received in opposition to Jeremias Nicolas Ponce. Matias possesses plenty of energy, as confirmed in his dominating wins in opposition to Ponce and Shohjahon Ergashev. His unconventional model means his energy punches aren’t straightforward to learn – however very efficient. Paro won’t be coming to make up the numbers and hoping his southpaw model can upset the big-punching Puerto Rican.
Teofimo Lopez
When talking after the battle, Catterall was clear about what he wished subsequent: “To win the world title has all the time been the dream for me. We didn’t get the undisputed world titles (in opposition to Taylor) and that’s nice. That chapter’s been written now.”
He continued: “I would like that world title battle now. (Lopez) beat Taylor earlier than I did, now I’ve had the win over him (Taylor) and I need to show I’m higher than him (Lopez).”
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Catterall added: “I consider I’ve received the model to beat Lopez. That’s the battle I would like.”
Lopez is ready to return to the ring in opposition to Steve Claggett on June 29. Because the disappointing break up choice defeat to George Kambosos Jr, he has received 4 fights in succession, together with the dominating unanimous choice win over Josh Taylor. The Brooklyn-born fighter has loads of zip in his punches and could be very efficient on the entrance foot, the place he appears to be like to outwork his opponents.
Boxing Skill
Whether or not it’s Lopez subsequent or the winner of Matias-Paro, Catterall is an issue for all of them. He makes use of his jab brilliantly, enabling him to dictate the tempo and distance throughout his fights. He places his mixtures collectively impressively – and can want all these attributes to win a world title.
