In a truly remarkable and savage fight, Katie Taylor defeated Chantelle Cameron in a rematch on Saturday night in Dublin. The fight was for all four world title belts at super-lightweight.
The fight was a back-and-forth affair, with both fighters landing heavy punches. Taylor was the aggressor for most of the fight, but Cameron was never out of it. In the end, Taylor’s work rate and determination were too much for Cameron to overcome.
The fight was not without controversy. In the opening round, Cameron connected with a clean, jolting jab that sent Taylor to the canvas. The referee ruled the knockdown a slip, but many observers believe it should have been scored as a knockdown.
Taylor also held Cameron excessively throughout the fight, but the referee did not penalize her for it. This led to some frustration for Cameron and her team.
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Despite the controversy, Taylor emerged victorious. The scores were tight, but two judges scored the fight in favor of Taylor, while one judge scored it a draw.
The victory was a huge emotional homecoming for Taylor, who had lost to Cameron in their first fight in May. Taylor said that she had been motivated to win the rematch by the sleepless nights she had had since the first fight.
The fight was a thrilling spectacle for the capacity crowd of over 9,000 at the 3Arena. The fans were fully behind Taylor and they erupted in cheers when the final bell rang.
After the fight, Cameron said that she was angry at the referee for allowing so much holding and not scoring a knockdown in the opener. However, she also said that she respected Taylor and that she would love to have a trilogy fight with her at Croke Park.
Taylor said that she was open to the idea of a trilogy fight, but she also said that she was looking forward to taking some time off to rest and recover.
The rematch between Taylor and Cameron was a truly special night in Irish boxing history. It was a fight that had everything: drama, excitement, and controversy. And in the end, Taylor emerged as the victor, solidifying her place as the undisputed queen of super-lightweight boxing. The iconic “Fields of Athenry” anthem echoed through the arena as Taylor celebrated her triumph, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of Irish boxing fans.
