Summary
Tiah-Mai Ayton, a 19-year-old boxer from Bristol, is gaining attention after being described by world champion Katie Taylor as a future star of the sport. Ayton is set to fight Beata Dudek in London and has already achieved a world title in her fifth professional fight. She aims to inspire more women in boxing and hopes for equal treatment in the sport.
Key Facts
- Tiah-Mai Ayton is 19 years old and hails from Bristol.
- She turned professional last year and won a world title in her fifth fight.
- Katie Taylor, a world boxing champion, praised Ayton, calling her "a seasoned pro."
- Ayton is set to fight Beata Dudek in London on October 17.
- She started boxing training as a child, initially with her sister.
- Ayton was a five-time national youth champion and noticed by Team GB for potential as an Olympian.
- She shares a promoter, Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Boxing, with Katie Taylor.
- Ayton aims to inspire future female fighters and advocate for gender equality in boxing.
