For many years, the world of female boxing has revolved around the brilliance of Irish star Katie Taylor. She has elevated the sport to new heights, selling out Madison Square Garden in a historic moment that reshaped the perception of women’s boxing. However, at 38 years old, Taylor, along with established British rivals Natasha Jonas, Savannah Marshall, and Chantelle Cameron, is approaching the latter stages of her career. As a result, the search for the next female boxing superstar is well underway. Several rising stars within the British ranks stand out as potential torchbearers for the next generation of elite female boxers.
Near-Future Contenders
Ellie Scotney
Trained by Shane McGuigan, the 27-year-old has seamlessly transitioned from being an ABA amateur champion to holding the IBF, WBO, and Ring Magazine world titles. A natural next step would be a showdown with WBC champion Skye Nicholson. This fight is one of the biggest matchups in women’s boxing and could propel the winner into the pound-for-pound rankings, solidifying their status as a future superstar.
Caroline Dubois
At just 24 years old, Dubois, alongside her older brother Daniel, claimed world honours in 2024. She possesses knockout power that has already captured the attention of social media and boxing fans alike. To take her career to the next level, she must become undisputed in 2025. Two key paths lie ahead:
- Unifying against WBA champion Stephanie Han or IBF champion Beatrice Ferreira to bolster her title collection.
- Facing WBO champion Terri Harper in a blockbuster all-British showdown. A victory here would not only elevate her profile but also firmly establish her as a leading figure in the sport.
Lauren Price
While slightly older than some of the other rising stars at the age of 30, Price has the opportunity to become a household name when she faces Natasha Jonas on March 7th in London. The Olympic gold medallist from the 2020 Games has already claimed the WBA, IBO, and Ring Magazine belts. With just eight professional fights under her belt, a unification bout against the 40-year-old Jonas serves as a prime opportunity to showcase her talent on the biggest stage.
Distant-Future Prospects
Chloe Watson
Trained by Ricky Hatton, the 25-year-old fighter has already captured a European title with a victory over Justine Lallemand. She now has another chance to shine on the undercard of Jonas vs. Price. With an impressive 8-0 record and a strong team behind her, Watson has all the tools necessary to climb the rankings and make a name for herself in 2025.
Emma Dolan
Dolan burst onto the scene with a statement victory over established fighter Shannon Ryan in June 2024, securing the British and Commonwealth Super Flyweight titles. At 26 years old, she has the potential to break into the world title picture by the end of 2025. If she remains active and continues her upward trajectory, Dolan could become one of the most recognisable names in British women’s boxing.
Final Thoughts
The future of British women’s boxing looks bright. Fighters like Ellie Scotney, Caroline Dubois, and Lauren Price are on the verge of achieving global stardom, while younger prospects like Chloe Watson and Emma Dolan have the potential to rise through the ranks. With the sport growing in popularity, the next generation of British female boxing stars is ready to take centre stage.
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