Lauren Price dominates Natasha Jonas to become unified welterweight champion, staying undefeated

Lauren Price cemented her status as one of boxing’s elite by outclassing Natasha Jonas in a dominant performance to become the unified welterweight world champion. The Welsh sensation added the WBC and IBF titles to her WBA belt with a flawless display of speed, skill, and tactical brilliance, securing a wide unanimous decision victory.

Fighting in front of a roaring crowd, Price controlled the pace from the opening bell, using her sharp footwork and rapid combinations to keep Jonas on the back foot. The Liverpudlian veteran, known for her power and experience, struggled to match Price’s relentless output and pinpoint accuracy.

Speaking after the fight, Jonas admitted she couldn’t handle the sheer speed of her opponent. “One of her phases was too fast—I just couldn’t get around it,” she told Sky Sports. “I was looking for one big shot instead of putting combinations together. She packs more power than I expected.”

Jonas, who hadn’t lost since 2021, apologised to her supporters but remained gracious in defeat. “My daughter is here in the crowd. I hope I still did you proud,” she said, hinting that retirement could now be on the cards. “Joe [Gallagher] has been asking me to retire for a long time. Maybe we look at that afterwards.”

For Price, this was a statement win. The Olympic gold medallist has transitioned seamlessly into the professional ranks, remaining unbeaten and now holding three of the four major welterweight belts. Reflecting on her victory, she paid tribute to Jonas.

“What a venue, what a night. Tasha was the perfect dance partner. I respect her so much for what she’s done for women’s boxing,” Price said. “But tonight was all about angles, speed, and my right hook—I thought it worked well. My footwork won me an Olympic gold, and it’s going to take me to the top in the pros too.”

With her latest triumph, Price now has her eyes on undisputed status. She called out the winner of the upcoming bout between Mikaela Mayer and Sandy Ryan. “I want to go back to Wales and box in Cardiff,” she declared. Tash is one of the best in the division, but I believe I can become undisputed. I want to create a great legacy like that of Katie Taylor. The winner of Mayer v Ryan? I’d love that next.”

Meanwhile, on the undercard, Caroline Dubois successfully defended her WBC lightweight title against Bo Mi Re Shin. The young British star dominated the South Korean challenger, though Shin fought back fiercely in the final round.

With Price’s emphatic victory and Dubois continuing her rise, it was a landmark night for women’s boxing. Next up, Liverpool’s Nick Ball will defend his WBA featherweight title against TJ Doheny—another showdown fans won’t want to miss.