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Katie Taylor aiming to deliver a performance of a lifetime against Persoon


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Katie Taylor puts her four world lightweight women's boxing titles on the line in a rematch with Delfine Persoon.

The Bray fighter got a controversial majority decision against her Belgian opponent in their first bout at Madison Square Garden last year.

Taylor says she's determined not to get drawn into a brawl in the fight at Matchroom's Headquarters in Essex.

"I'm itching to go," Taylor said after successfully weighing in yesterday. "The hard work is done, the weight is made. I'm ready for tomorrow night.

"I don't think too much about the weight difference. I'm ready for anything Delfine throws at me. As long as I'm strong, that's all that matters to me.

"I respect every opponent that steps into the ring. Delfine is a fantastic fighter and I'm ready for a 10-round battle.

"I'm not sure it's going to be easy, every fight is tough at this level, but I'm ready and prepared for whatever Delfine throws at me.

"I can't wait to step in there and deliver a career-best performance."

But thinks another close-quarters scrap is on the cards.

“We’re going to see Saturday, eh? If she says she’s going to dominate…Ha!

"I expect another fight from her. We’re two fighters but only one of us can win. She has her style of boxing and I have my style, and now it’s on us to prove who is the best female boxer. I hope the best fighter wins."


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