Josh Taylor vs. Ekow Essuman Announced

Former undisputed super lightweight champion Josh Taylor (19-2, 13 KOs) is set to face Ekow Essuman (21-1, 8 KOs) in his welterweight debut.

While the exact date of the fight has yet to be confirmed, the event is scheduled to take place in May in Glasgow, Scotland—Taylor’s hometown.

The fight will be broadcast live on DAZN.

Taylor has not fought since May, when he lost his rematch to Jack Catterall by unanimous decision. Meanwhile, Essuman secured a victory over Ben Vaughan in November.