Boxing Match Preview: Conah Walker (15-3-1, 6 KOs) vs. Liam Taylor (28-2-1, 14 KOs)

This is a high-stakes clash for the Lonsdale Belt, with Walker making the first defense of his British welterweight crown after a thrilling 11th-round TKO over Harry Scarff in January. Taylor, a seasoned contender and former WBO European champion, is chasing what could be his final shot at national glory. Expect a tactical war with bursts of aggression from both men.

Conah Walker: The Relentless Champion

Record: 15–3–1 (6 KOs)

Age: 30

Height: 5′10″ (178 cm)

Reach: 70″ (178 cm)

Hometown: Wolverhampton, England

Trainer: Jamie Moore

Strengths:

Pressure Fighting: Walker thrives on closing distance and breaking opponents down.

Momentum: Back-to-back wins over Lewis Ritson and Harry Scarff have elevated his stock.

Late-Fight Power: His last two wins came in the second half of bouts, showing stamina and grit.

Concerns:

Defensive Vulnerability: Can be hit clean when pressing forward.

Experience Gap: Fewer total rounds and fights than Taylor.

Liam Taylor: The Veteran Challenger

Record: 28–2–1 (14 KOs)

Age: 34

Height: 5′11″ (180 cm)

Reach: 71″ (180 cm)

Hometown: Middleton, England

Strengths:

Ring IQ: Taylor has faced elite domestic names and knows how to adapt mid-fight.

Power Edge: 50% KO rate and a recent first-round stoppage of Sam O’maison.

Composure: Rarely rattled, even under pressure.

Concerns:

Activity: Just four fights in the last four years.

Past Setbacks: Stopped by David Avanesyan in 2021 and narrowly missed out on the British title in a technical draw vs Chris Jenkins.

Tale of the Tape

Attribute	Conah Walker	Liam Taylor
Record	15–3–1 (6 KOs)	28–2–1 (14 KOs)
Age	30	34
Height	5′10″ (178 cm)	5′11″ (180 cm)
Reach	70″ (178 cm)	71″ (180 cm)
KO %	40%	50%
Rounds Fought	108	186

Keys to Victory

Walker:

Apply relentless pressure and test Taylor’s legs early.

Target the body to slow down the older fighter.

Avoid walking into counters—Taylor is sharp when set.

Taylor:

Use his jab and footwork to keep Walker at range.

Time Walker’s entries with uppercuts and check hooks.

Push the pace late if Walker fades.

FIGHT ODDS

Conah Walker   – 280

Liam Taylor         + 220

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 20, 2025