Taylor Loses Rematch to Catterall: Fight Stats and Judges’ Notes

On the night of May 26 in Leeds, UK, former undisputed junior welterweight champion (up to 63.5 kg) Josh Taylor (19-2, 13 KOs) lost by judges' decision to Jack Catterall (29-1, 13 KOs) in their rematch.

Ready To Fight presents the main facts and statistics of the confrontation.

Fight Statistics

Josh Taylor landed 162 punches out of 491 thrown (33%), according to Compubox statistics. Jack Catterall’s stats were 178 landed out of 531 thrown (33.1%).

Taylor landed 60 jabs out of 264 thrown (22.7%). Catterall landed 88 jabs out of 333 thrown (26.4%).

Taylor’s strength was in power punches. He landed 102 power punches out of 227 thrown (44.9%). Catterall landed 88 power punches out of 198 thrown (44.4%).

Judges’ Scorecards

What sparked widespread discussion. Bob Arum believes Taylor should have won. Many officials, boxers, and experts are puzzled by the wide margin in such a close fight.

What’s Next?

No major titles were on the line, but this is a significant victory for Catterall. It’s a big scalp on his record and a defeated rival. Now, he can negotiate for higher-profile opponents.

Taylor suffered his second career loss, though he looked better this time than in his fight against Teofimo Lopez. Josh wants a third fight against Catterall, and this option seems realistic.