Josh Taylor Ready for Welterweight Fight Against Ekow Essuman

Josh Taylor is back where he belongs—headlining at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on Saturday, May 24, 2025. After a year out of the ring, the former undisputed super-lightweight champion steps up to welterweight, with Ekow Essuman standing in his way.

This is a comeback with teeth. Taylor isn’t just fighting to win, he’s fighting to reignite a world-level career and silence any remaining doubters. Essuman might be unbeaten, but this is a different world. And Taylor owns the keys.

Josh Taylor’s Perspective

Josh Taylor knows what’s at stake—and he’s ready to deliver. This fight marks his welterweight debut, following a year-long hiatus after his unanimous decision loss to Jack Catterall in May 2024.

But if you think Taylor is finished, think again.

“I’ve proved you all wrong before. I can do it again, no problem. Nobody expected me to become undisputed world champion... Every time I’ve stepped up my whole career... I kept proving everybody wrong.”
 

At the pre-fight press conference, Taylor showed the confidence of a man on a mission:

“It is great to be back here... I am looking to put on a big show on Saturday. I am planning on taking this guy out.”

Ekow Essuman: Undefeated, But Unproven at This Level

Ekow Essuman has built a tidy domestic record, collecting British and Commonwealth titles. But stepping in with Josh Taylor is a different beast—especially under the lights at the Hydro.

Essuman may be unbeaten, but he hasn’t shared the ring with anyone close to Taylor’s level. Now, he’s fighting in hostile territory, in a new weight division, against an angry, legacy-minded Josh Taylor.

What’s at Stake

Taylor’s comeback isn’t so much about easing in as it’s about planting a flag in the welterweight division. A dominant win positions him for title contention. A loss isn’t even on the table.

This is the night where Taylor takes control of his second chapter, and sends a message to every name at 147 while he’s at it. So make sure to grab your tickets to watch these two  top contenders face off in Glasgow,, and watch Taylor make history.

Fight Details

🗓️ Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
📍 Venue: OVO Hydro, Glasgow
⏰ Time: Main card from 7:00 PM BST | Taylor ring walk ~10:00 PM BST
 📺 Broadcast: Live on DAZN

The Return of a Champion

Forget tune-ups. Taylor’s going straight into the fire—because that’s where he thrives. A win here kicks off a welterweight campaign that could lead to fights with the likes of Crawford, Ortiz, or Ennis. But first, he’s got a job to do in Glasgow.