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Daily Record
4 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
Josh Taylor retires aged 34 as undisputed Scottish boxing hero told by doctors his career is over
The Tartan Tornado has called time on 10-year professional career as he created boxing history. Legendary Scottish boxer Josh Taylor has called time on his illustrious boxing career after doctors urged him to retire due to a serious eye injury. The Tartan Tornado thrilled fans during his 10-year career as he became the country's first ever undisputed champion after he unified the light welterweight division with stunning wins over Regis Prograis and Jose Ramirez. But Taylor's career has been blighted by setbacks in recent times as he controversially earned the nod over English rival Jack Catterall in 2022 before losing to Teofimo Lopez and Catterall in consecutive fights. And the former Commonwealth Games 2014 Gold medalist lost to unheralded Ekow Essuman in May before doctors stepped in to urge him to walk away. Taylor, in an emotional statement, said: "Right folks, this isn't an easy post for me to write, but on the advice of my doctors, it's sadly a necessary one. "As has been published before, I've had a recurring issue with my eye that unfortunately means I now have to call time on my career or risk losing my eyesight. Whilst the fighter in me always wants to box on, I know I have to listen to the medical professionals and save me from myself. It is certainly not the way I wanted to bow out, but I have to listen to the doctors and those around me. "I am just a kid from the Pans who scaled the very top of the sport but I could not have done it without those who have supported me, through thick and thin. "First and foremost, I cannot thank you, the fans, enough. You always gave me your all, spending your hard earned money to come and watch me fight. Especially the thousands that travelled to watch me box at Madison Square Garden. Your support has always meant the world to me and I have never taken it for granted. "To Top Rank (Bob, Carl, Brad, Jeremy and Mel T), you helped turn my dreams into a reality in becoming undisputed world champion and boxing me in Vegas and MSG. "More recently, I want to thank Frank and George Warren at Queensberry for giving me the opportunity to headline at the Hydro once more in front of the fans that I love. "I know that British boxing, and Scottish boxing in particular, is in an exciting place with the focus that you have on bringing through the next generation of world champions. "A massive thank you to all of my sponsors over the years, and in particular, Ross at Seconds Out Fight Store who's supported me from the very start when I competed at the Commonwealth Games. "To my lawyer, Tom Grant, aka Jerry Maguire, aka Big Tam, thank you for navigating this mad sport with me and always having my back. I only wish we'd met 10 years earlier. "To my coaches over the years - Terry McCormack, Shane McGuigan, Ben Davison, and most recently Joe McNally - thank you for all the time, energy, and guidance you've invested in me, taking me to the very heights of the sport. "And finally, my family and my beautiful wife, Danielle, who's been by my side every step of the way. Words will never do justice to what your unwavering love and support means to me. "It's now time for me to reflect on a 1 in 70 million career and look forward to what's coming next. Thank you once again, and God bless. Josh Taylor, Undisputed Champion of the World." You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Celtic page, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season.
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Former undisputed world champion Josh Taylor retires from boxing
Former undisputed world champion Josh Taylor has retired from boxing on medical advice. In a post on social media he wrote: "Right folks, this isn't an easy post for me to write, but on the advice of my doctors, it's sadly a necessary one. "As has been publicised before, I've had a recurring issue with my eye that unfortunately means I now have to call time on my career or risk losing my eyesight. Whilst the fighter in me always wants to box on, I know I have to listen to the medical professionals and save me from myself. "It is certainly not the way I wanted to bow out, but I have to listen to the doctors and those around me. I am just a kid from the Pans who scaled the very top of the sport but I could not have done it without those who have supported me, through thick and thin. "First and foremost, I cannot thank you, the fans, enough. You always gave me your all, spending your hard earned money to come and watch me fight. Especially the thousands that travelled to watch me box at Madison Square Garden. Your support has always meant the world to me and I have never taken it for granted. "To Top Rank (Bob, Carl, Brad, Jeremy and Mel T), you helped turn my dreams into a reality in becoming undisputed world champion and boxing me in Vegas and MSG. More recently, I want to thank Frank and George Warren at Queensberry for giving me the opportunity to headline at the Hydro once more in front of the fans that I love. "I know that British boxing, and Scottish boxing in particular, is in an exciting place with the focus that you have on bringing through the next generation of world champions. "A massive thank you to all of my sponsors over the years, and in particular, Ross at Seconds Out Fight Store who's supported me from the very start when I competed at the Commonwealth Games. To my lawyer, Tom Grant, aka Jerry Maguire, aka Big Tam, thank you for navigating this mad sport with me and always having my back. I only wish we'd met 10 years earlier. "To my coaches over the years – Terry McCormack, Shane McGuigan, Ben Davison, and most recently Joe McNally – thank you for all the time, energy, and guidance you've invested in me, taking me to the very heights of the sport. "And finally, my family and my beautiful wife, Danielle, who's been by my side every step of the way. Words will never do justice to what your unwavering love and support means to me. "It's now time for me to reflect on a 1 in 70 million career and look forward to what's coming next. Thank you once again, and God bless."
Powys County Times
4 days ago
- Sport
- Powys County Times
What is next for Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois?
Oleksandr Usyk is once again undisputed world heavyweight champion after Saturday's devastating fifth-round stoppage of Daniel Dubois at Wembley. Usyk sent Dubois to the canvas with a vicious left-handed punch titled Ivan to win back his IBF belt and add it to his WBA, WBC and WBO titles. Here, the PA news agency takes a look at what next for Usyk and what this result means for the blue-riband division. Where does this leave Dubois? Warrior ⚔️ #UsykDubois2 — Queensberry Promotions (@Queensberry) July 20, 2025 Briton's Dubois is back in familiar territory and required to rebuild his career. The 27-year-old has managed it twice before after his shock loss to Joe Joyce in 2020 and his first defeat to Usyk two years ago. Frank Warren confirmed his fighter will not return for at least six months and a domestic affair with the likes of Derek Chisora or Dillian Whyte seems most likely at this point. So, who is next for Usyk? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Usyk. The Cat. Oleksandr (@usykaa) Usyk proceeded to namecheck Chisora, Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and Joseph Parker in the ring immediately as potential opponents after Saturday's 24th victory of his undefeated professional career. The WBO has already implied that Usyk must next defend that belt against Parker. If Usyk, who has suggested his next fight would be his last, was to prefer a trilogy with Fury, he would have to vacate his WBO title and lose undisputed status again. Is Fury ready for another shot at Usyk? Fury wasted no time calling out Usyk after his victory as the 'Gypsy King' posted an Instagram video in the early hours of Sunday morning on a run. Fury retired after he lost to Usyk for a second time last December, but maintains he won those bouts and has already revealed he will return to the ring in 2026. Queensberry promoter Warren says Fury would love to fight Usyk at Wembley so it is all eyes on what the Ukrainian decides. No Fury vs AJ then? 🇬🇧⚔️ Oleksandr Usyk is now 8-0 against UK fighters: ✅ Tony Bellew✅ Derek Chisora✅ Anthony Joshua (x2)✅ Tyson Fury (x2)✅ Daniel Dubois (x2) — Ring Magazine (@ringmagazine) July 19, 2025 If Usyk does decide to fight Parker next, it would open the door for a long overdue Battle of Britain between Fury and Joshua. Whilst the duo no longer boast the status as world heavyweight champion, it is a contest that would draw huge interest and comfortably sell-out at Wembley. Joshua has been linked with a fight against YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, but the best way to add to his legacy would be to take on compatriot Fury – even if it should have happened years earlier. Best of the rest View this post on Instagram A post shared by Moses ITAUMA (@ One of the next eye-catching fights in the division will see highly-rated Moses Itauma do battle with journeyman Whyte on August 16. Itauma, a 20-year-old southpaw, has 10 knock-outs from 12 wins and is widely regarded as the future of heavyweight boxing. Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh called for Itauma to fight Usyk on Saturday night. It feels too early for Itauma, but he is an option for Usyk along with Germany's Agit Kabayel, who is WBC mandatory, and WBA Regular champion Kubrat Pulev.
North Wales Chronicle
4 days ago
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
What is next for Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois?
Usyk sent Dubois to the canvas with a vicious left-handed punch titled Ivan to win back his IBF belt and add it to his WBA, WBC and WBO titles. Here, the PA news agency takes a look at what next for Usyk and what this result means for the blue-riband division. Warrior ⚔️#UsykDubois2 — Queensberry Promotions (@Queensberry) July 20, 2025 Briton's Dubois is back in familiar territory and required to rebuild his career. The 27-year-old has managed it twice before after his shock loss to Joe Joyce in 2020 and his first defeat to Usyk two years ago. Frank Warren confirmed his fighter will not return for at least six months and a domestic affair with the likes of Derek Chisora or Dillian Whyte seems most likely at this point. A post shared by Usyk. The Cat. Oleksandr (@usykaa) Usyk proceeded to namecheck Chisora, Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and Joseph Parker in the ring immediately as potential opponents after Saturday's 24th victory of his undefeated professional career. The WBO has already implied that Usyk must next defend that belt against Parker. If Usyk, who has suggested his next fight would be his last, was to prefer a trilogy with Fury, he would have to vacate his WBO title and lose undisputed status again. Fury wasted no time calling out Usyk after his victory as the 'Gypsy King' posted an Instagram video in the early hours of Sunday morning on a run. Fury retired after he lost to Usyk for a second time last December, but maintains he won those bouts and has already revealed he will return to the ring in 2026. Queensberry promoter Warren says Fury would love to fight Usyk at Wembley so it is all eyes on what the Ukrainian decides. 🇬🇧⚔️ Oleksandr Usyk is now 8-0 against UK fighters: ✅ Tony Bellew✅ Derek Chisora✅ Anthony Joshua (x2)✅ Tyson Fury (x2)✅ Daniel Dubois (x2) — Ring Magazine (@ringmagazine) July 19, 2025 If Usyk does decide to fight Parker next, it would open the door for a long overdue Battle of Britain between Fury and Joshua. Whilst the duo no longer boast the status as world heavyweight champion, it is a contest that would draw huge interest and comfortably sell-out at Wembley. Joshua has been linked with a fight against YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, but the best way to add to his legacy would be to take on compatriot Fury – even if it should have happened years earlier. A post shared by Moses ITAUMA (@
South Wales Guardian
4 days ago
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
What is next for Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois?
Usyk sent Dubois to the canvas with a vicious left-handed punch titled Ivan to win back his IBF belt and add it to his WBA, WBC and WBO titles. Here, the PA news agency takes a look at what next for Usyk and what this result means for the blue-riband division. Warrior ⚔️#UsykDubois2 — Queensberry Promotions (@Queensberry) July 20, 2025 Briton's Dubois is back in familiar territory and required to rebuild his career. The 27-year-old has managed it twice before after his shock loss to Joe Joyce in 2020 and his first defeat to Usyk two years ago. Frank Warren confirmed his fighter will not return for at least six months and a domestic affair with the likes of Derek Chisora or Dillian Whyte seems most likely at this point. A post shared by Usyk. The Cat. Oleksandr (@usykaa) Usyk proceeded to namecheck Chisora, Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and Joseph Parker in the ring immediately as potential opponents after Saturday's 24th victory of his undefeated professional career. The WBO has already implied that Usyk must next defend that belt against Parker. If Usyk, who has suggested his next fight would be his last, was to prefer a trilogy with Fury, he would have to vacate his WBO title and lose undisputed status again. Fury wasted no time calling out Usyk after his victory as the 'Gypsy King' posted an Instagram video in the early hours of Sunday morning on a run. Fury retired after he lost to Usyk for a second time last December, but maintains he won those bouts and has already revealed he will return to the ring in 2026. Queensberry promoter Warren says Fury would love to fight Usyk at Wembley so it is all eyes on what the Ukrainian decides. 🇬🇧⚔️ Oleksandr Usyk is now 8-0 against UK fighters: ✅ Tony Bellew✅ Derek Chisora✅ Anthony Joshua (x2)✅ Tyson Fury (x2)✅ Daniel Dubois (x2) — Ring Magazine (@ringmagazine) July 19, 2025 If Usyk does decide to fight Parker next, it would open the door for a long overdue Battle of Britain between Fury and Joshua. Whilst the duo no longer boast the status as world heavyweight champion, it is a contest that would draw huge interest and comfortably sell-out at Wembley. Joshua has been linked with a fight against YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, but the best way to add to his legacy would be to take on compatriot Fury – even if it should have happened years earlier. A post shared by Moses ITAUMA (@
