Prograis vs Taylor result – LIVE: Taylor wins World Boxing Super Series on points to become unified super-lightweight champion
Recap on our coverage as Regis Prograis was defeated by Josh Taylor in a rare unification fight, where both men put their world titles on the line as well as their unbeaten records.
Taylor now reigns supreme as the WBA, IBF and The Ring title holder.
The undercard saw Dereck Chisora beat David Price by stoppage. Recap on the fight below.
Okolie has clearly been working on his inside game and it’s showing, he’s working the body plenty and isn’t looking as awkward as he usually does when the fight isn’t at range.
Every punch he throws is hurting his opponent and he’s using his footwork well to get out of any situations where he’s too close. A good opening round for the Brit.
Okolie landed a few good straight rights in the third but the fight is just being contested at no distance and as usual with his fights, it makes for ugly viewing.
He does hit so, so hard though and it’ll be wearing down the body of Ngabu.
Really bad round for spectators, Okolie just isn’t keeping his distance so is being smothered.
He’s landing the odd jab and it’s keeping him winning the rounds but it’s not enjoyable to watch. Especially when Ngabu isn’t actually throwing anything back...
Better! Okolie steps back and lands a right hook which hurts Ngabu, but the European champion smothers him again. It would be a good tactic if he actually wanted to get involved with the throwing of punches.
Okolie throws a left hand followed by a right and the blood from Ngabu’s nose splatters all over the ring.
The fight suddenly comes to life as Okolie lands a good and telling combination to the head and Ngabu is shaken badly on his feet, he falls into the ropes and the referee saves him.
It all started with a wonderfully timed right hand to the chin.
A horrible fight to watch but Okolie is now the European champion.
”I feel good, I knew he’d clinch on the inside. He was definitely tough, every fight I’ve had has either been a 50/50 or they’ve been champions. I’m learning and progressing.”
Taylor vs Prograis takes place on October 26 at the O2 Arena in London.
What time does it start?
The main event will start just after 10pm (BST) and probably nearer 10:30pm, be sure to tune in from 10pm to catch the ring walks.
The main undercard begins at 7pm, with Conor Benn and Steve Jamoye kicking things off.
How can I watch it?
The fight can be purchased via Sky Sports Box Office for £19.95, and live streamed for the same price on your phone, tablet or computer.
Coverage begins at 7pm.
Alternatively you can use NowTV if you are not a Sky subscriber – with NowTV’s live stream for any device on the move.
Odds
Prograis: 8/11
Taylor: 5/4
Draw: 20/1
Prediction
This should be a fascinating battle between two elite fighters, who set up in the southpaw stance. Both have power and the ability to work off the back foot or take the initiative.
This one could go the distance and Taylor may edge it due to the home crowd advantage, his bodywork ought to be key in a razor thin decision.
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