Natasha Jonas fell short of matching Katie Taylor as she challenged for all four lightweight belts on Saturday, but after a close fight wants a rematch.
Taylor put her IBF, WBA, WBC and WBO belts on the line for her fight as part of the Derek Chisora vs. Joseph Parker undercard, and was pushed all the way by her opponent.
Jonas gave Taylor a fright in the sixth round with a heavy connection, but ultimately Taylor won out with a unanimous 96-94, 96-95, 96-95 decision, in one of the best women’s fights so far this year.
This was the second time the pair had met, with Jonas beaten by Taylor during the Olympic trials, and the 36-year-old Briton is aiming for a third fight down the line.
Speaking after the fight, Jonas claimed: “I knew it was close. Every time I’m asked to step up, I do. When the team is ready, I will fight Katie again. I feel I belong at this level. Twice I’ve proven it, and I want to win titles and I want to become a champion.
“There were rounds that I hurt her but I gave her some time to recover, but it’s all learning as this is only my 12th professional fight. Anybody from 130lbs to 140lbs, I’m ready.”