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Josh Taylor vs. Jose Ramirez predictions: Who is the boxing world picking?

Christopher Walker
Josh Taylor vs. Jose Ramirez predictions: Who is the boxing world picking?DAZN
The whole boxing world is excited for Josh Taylor vs. Jose Ramirez. We've asked members of the boxing industry who will win Saturday's fight.

Josh Taylor vs. Jose Ramirez this coming Saturday is not only a battle of two undefeated world champions with a strong possibility of being a fight of the year contender, but the winner will be crowned the undisputed light-welterweight champion of the world.

It's safe to say the entire boxing industry will be wstching at the weekend, and ahead of a fight of such magnitude DAZN have asked a number of top fighters and key figures to pick a winner.

Here's what they had to say.

James Degale: Former Olympic and world champion 

“A big fight. I’m excited for it. I like Taylor a lot and I think he does it on points.” 

Mario Barrios: Super-lightweight contender who holds WBA regular title 

“Both guys are at the top of their game and it’s going to be a close fight, but I’m picking Ramirez to win by decision. I just think his relentlessness is going to overwhelm Taylor.” 

Dave Coldwell: Leading trainer 

“I think Taylor has more quality. He can box and he can fight. I think he wins this in a more comfortable fashion than what he did against Prograis.” 

Callum Smith: Former super-middleweight world champion 

“Great fight: Think Taylor edges it in a real back and forth fight.” 

Liam Smith: Former world champion at 154lbs 

“A great 50/50. Either can win on their day but I just feel Taylor is more consistent. Ramirez is a class fighter but he blows hot and cold.” 

Jamie Conlan: Former world title challenger at super-flyweight 

“Taylor on points. A blistering start will see Taylor being forced to match Ramirez’ punch output in the early stages. Taylor will control the ring as the rounds go on. A possible fight of the year contender could be about to happen.” 

Jamie Moore: Ex-fighter and now one of Britain’s leading trainers 

“Taylor on points. I think it’ll be close but his work rate will be key down the stretch.” 

Natasha Jonas: Two-time world title challenger 

“Taylor for me. He loves a fight and he has that nastiness. Whenever he’s asked to step up he always does.” 

Cameron Dunkin: One of boxing’s biggest ever talent spotters 

“I know he’s the underdog but I like Jose Ramirez to win this fight.” 

Michael Conlan: Super-bantamweight contender 

“I’m going for Josh Taylor on points but I have this fight a lot closer than most do. Ramirez is tough and aggressive, and he won’t be intimidated by Josh.” 

Shannon Courtenay: WBA Female bantamweight champion 

“I think Josh Taylor is going to stop Jose Ramirez.” 

Harlem Eubank: Welterweight prospect 

“I seen Mikey Garcia talking about how physically strong Ramirez is. There could be an upset but I do favour Taylor.” 

Josh Kelly: Welterweight contender 

“Josh Taylor all day.” 

Sam Jones: Leading fight manager currently guiding the career of Joe Joyce 

“I think it’s got the makings of a classic. It’s going to be a closely fought war but I think Josh Taylor comes out victorious.” 

Florian Marku: Welterweight contender 

“I think it will be a very close fight with both fighters having their moments, but I’m going for a Josh Taylor win on points.” 

Steve Wood: Manager of former featherweight champion, Josh Warrington 

“It’s a great fight and a genuine 50/50. I’ll have to go for Taylor as I think he punches a little bit harder.” 

Robbie Davies Jr: Former amateur rival of Josh Taylor who has also sparred Jose Ramirez

"It's a good fight between two excellent fighters. Both are on top of their game, but I think Taylor has that extra quality that will see him get the win."

Tony Bellew: Former cruiserweight world champion

"A brilliant fight with everything at stake, but I think it's going to be Josh Taylor's big moment. I'm saying Taylor on points."