A move beyond boxing? What might be next for Katie Taylor?

Who is the next likely opponent for the undisputed lightweight world champ?
A move beyond boxing? What might be next for Katie Taylor?
Katie Taylor with her belts and Natasha Jonas after her Undisputed Lightweight Titles fight against Delfine Persoon at Brentwood in Essex, England. Photo by Mark Robinson / Matchroom Boxing via Sportsfile

JESSICA McCASKILL 

Since suffering a competitive decision defeat to Katie Taylor at York Hall in 2017, the Chigoan has put together a staggering run of form, moving up to super-lightweight to claim two world titles. She followed that up just last week with a seismic upset win over welterweight legend Cecilia Braekhus, claiming the undisputed 147lb crown in the process. A McCaskill rematch certainly constitutes an appetising prospect for Taylor, knowing victory could set her apart as Ireland’s first ever three-weight world champion.

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