Taylor crowned best boxer of World Championships

Newly crowned World lightweight champion, Katie Taylor, picked up the boxer of the tournament award following yesterday's 13-2 victory over Cheng Dong of China in the 60Kg final at the 5th AIBA Women's World Championships in Ningbo City, China.

The Bray woman, who won five bouts to claim gold, will be presented with her award at the World Cup in Moscow on December 12.

Meanwhile, Ireland finished in 6th spot in the medals table at the World Championships despite having just one boxer competing at the Ningbo Youngor Gymnasium.

China, who were using a 13-strong squad, finished in number one position after claiming five gold medals.