Natasha Jonas and Lauren Price are the main attraction in an exciting all-women’s boxing night at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall!
The main event of the evening is a highly anticipated unification bout between British rivals Jonas, 40, and Price, 30, competing for three world titles: the women’s IBF, IBO, and WBC welterweight belts.
The undercard is packed with action, including Caroline Dubois defending her world championship against Bo Mi Re Shin, and Olympic silver medalist Karriss Artingstall also in action.
Artingstall vs Chapman R7
Good, close, even boxing now.
Both brave women are working in close quarters, exchanging hooks.
It’s become less clear-cut; judges might now favor Chapman’s resilience.
Excellent boxing.
Artingstall vs Chapman R6
Artingstall demonstrates her skill with smart distance boxing.
However, the straightforward southpaw is landing shots and defending effectively.
Chapman needs a knockout punch.
Such knockouts are infrequent in women’s boxing.
Artingstall vs Chapman R5
The classy southpaw from Macclesfield looks very impressive.
Chapman is bold and aggressive, but she lacks the years of Team GB training and Olympic medal experience.
Chapman charges in and gets countered.
Artingstall lands sharp, scoring punches from a distance.
Artingstall vs Chapman R4
Chapman is relentless, a constant boxing attack.
But Artingstall is raising her game against her toughest opponent yet.
Artingstall has previously seemed underwhelming in some fights.
However, against a genuine rival like Chapman, she looks fantastic.
Artingstall vs Chapman R3
Chapman is brave, tenacious, and determined not to lose.
But Artingstall is an exceptional Team GB southpaw who consistently scores points.
Every time the underdog attempts an attack, Artingstall counters.
Chapman already needs a miracle.
Chapman DOWN R2
Excellent boxing.
But Chapman lunges in just before the bell and gets caught.
The Traveller goes down but quickly gets back up.
It’s a 10-8 round for Artingstall.
Artingstall vs Chapman R1
The southpaw Olympian controls the opening round, similar to how Watson did in the previous fight.
Chapman is daring and tries hard.
But the southpaw is more forceful and ready to unleash her power.
Both brave fighters are ready for a battle.
Artingstall vs Chapman
This fight could and should be the Fight of the Night.
Karriss Artingstall is an undefeated southpaw Olympian.
But Raven Chapman is the biggest challenge of her career.
A true 50-50 matchup and a great showcase for boxing – both women’s and men’s.
Shocking upset!
The judges scorecards: 97-93 Watson, 96-95 Zapotoczna, and 96-95 Zapotoczna.
The heavily favored fighter, trained by Ricky Hatton, loses.
Watson pushed the pace but couldn’t land effectively.
A huge upset.
Watson vs Zapotoczna R10
Watson – like her trainer Ricky Hatton – has never backed down.
However, she lost moments in the fight when Zapotoczna was clever and clinical on the outside of the ring.
It seems like a Watson victory by decision.
But who knows.
Watson vs Zapotoczna R9
Watson has maintained control of the center of the Royal Albert Hall ring.
But she has been caught when she overextended.
Zapotoczna has posed tough questions but hasn’t managed to assert dominance in the fight.
Watson vs Zapotoczna R7
Another round likely won by the English boxer.
Chloe Watson has skill and plenty of energy.
But Zapotoczna is a seasoned and dangerous opponent.
Watson is in control.
Watson vs Zapotoczna R6
Watson is cruising, but when she gets a bit too ambitious, Zapotoczna catches her.
Zapotoczna is a respected and feared competitor.
But Watson and trainer Ricky Hatton are outboxing her with smart and well-drilled tactics.
Watson vs Zapotoczna R5
Big round for British star Watson.
Intelligent and controlled pressure that Zapotoczna can’t handle.
5-0 to the Hatton-guided fighter from Liverpool.
Watson vs Zapotoczna R4
Dominant round from Watson who establishes her authority in the fight.
Zapotoczna is smart and skilled, but Watson is relentless, cutting off the ring and angles like a seasoned professional.
4-0 Watson.
Watson vs Zapotoczna R3
Zapotoczna is landing more punches from the outside.
Watson is bravely pursuing her around the ring.
But the clever underdog is waiting for her to overextend and catching her.
It’s close.
Watson vs Zapotoczna 2
Chloe Watson’s fans are singing a popular chant.
And it’s another round likely secured for the Scouser.
Zapotoczna is tough and determined but is looking for openings on the edge of the ring.
Watson is dominating.
Watson vs Zapotoczna R1
Classy start from the super-flyweight trained by Ricky Hatton.
Zapotoczna is no pushover and is known for causing upsets.
Watson is more active and accurate, but it’s an even beginning.
