Lauren Price to Fight for World Title Live on BBC Wales: May Showdown Against Jessica McCaskill

Welsh boxing sensation Lauren Price is set to make history as she fights for a world title in May, with the highly anticipated bout set to be broadcast live on BBC Wales.

The 29-year-old Olympic gold medalist will face off against Jessica McCaskill for the WBA, IBO, and Ring Magazine welterweight titles on Saturday, May 11 at the Utilita Arena in Cardiff. The event will be shown on free-to-air television as part of a simulcast agreement with Sky Sports, who will cover the entire fight card featuring more Welsh talent.

Price, who boasts an impressive record of 6-0 with 1 KO, is aiming to become Wales’ first female world champion. However, she faces a tough challenge in McCaskill, a two-weight world champion with a record of 12-3-1, including 5 knockouts.

Speaking about the upcoming fight, Price expressed her excitement at the support from BBC Wales and Sky Sports, highlighting the significance of having her world title bout broadcast on such a platform.

Ben Shalom, founder and CEO of BOXXER, praised Price as a star in the sport and emphasized the importance of making boxing more accessible to new audiences. He expressed his excitement at the opportunity for fans in Wales to witness Price’s crowning moment.

Price, known for thriving under pressure, is looking forward to the challenge of fighting for a world title in front of her home crowd. With her determination and skill, she is confident of emerging victorious and etching her name in the history books once again.