Josh Taylor has vacated his third world title in a bid to give himself the best chance of securing a rematch with Jack Catterall.
Taylor recorded a controversial split-decision victory over challenger Catterall in their undisputed title clash earlier this year which most observers scored to the challenger. The 'Tartan Tornado' initially planned to move up to 147lb but has decided to remain at his current weight in a bid to set up a second shot for Catterall.
The Scotsman first gave up his WBA title to avoid his mandatory challenge, before also later being forced to forfeit his WBC title rather than face mandatory challenger Jose Zepeda who will now challenge Taylor's previous rival Jose Ramirez for the vacant strap. Taylor has now informed the IBF that he will vacate his title belt as he looks to take another step closer to a second showdown with Catterall.
