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Josh Taylor vs Ekow Essuman
Fight details
Josh Taylor launches his quest to become a two-weight world champion on May 24, facing off against Ekow Essuman. The gifted Scot, who dominated super lightweight with undisputed glory, now aims to rule the welterweight division. Yet Essuman, riding a wave of peak form, steps up to the challenge, promising a fierce test for Taylor.
| Date | 24 May, 2025 | |
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| uk TV Channel | dazn • (GMT) | |
| Scheduled rounds | 12 |
Official Weights
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Referee
Judges
Tale of the tape
Josh Taylor | Name | Ekow Essuman |
| 34 | Age | 36 |
5'10" / 178 cm | Height | 5'10" / 178 cm |
69½ / 176 cm | reach | / cm |
southpaw | Stance | orthodox |
19 | Wins | 21 |
13 | BY KO | 8 |
68.42 | KO% | 38.1 |
2 | Losses | 1 |
0 | Draws | 0 |
18 July, 2015 | Debut | 1 December, 2016 |
Josh Taylor vs Ekow Essuman: Video
Titles on the line
Financial information
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Rules and regulations
Rules set
Professional Boxing Rules (12 Rounds)
Round duration
3 minutes
Round
12 rounds
Scoring System
10-Point Must System
mandatory count rules
Referee must count to 8 before allowing the fight to continue after a knockdown
standing count rules
No standing 8-count
knockdown rules
Three knockdown rule typically not in effect (but can vary by jurisdiction)
cut rules
Fight can be stopped due to cuts, usually by doctor’s decision
Fouls and deductions
Points deducted for fouls at referee’s discretion. Typically 1 point per foul, disqualification possible for severe or repeated fouls
