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Terri Harper Retains WBO Lightweight Title with Dominant Homecoming Victory

Harper secures a unanimous decision over Natalie Zimmermann in Doncaster and eyes a unification bout with Caroline Dubois.

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Overview

  • Terri Harper successfully defended her WBO lightweight title with a unanimous 99-91 decision over Natalie Zimmermann at Doncaster's Eco-Power Stadium.
  • The fight, broadcast live on DAZN, marked a triumphant homecoming for Harper, who last fought in her hometown in 2018.
  • Despite facing a significant step up in competition, Zimmermann demonstrated resilience, enduring all ten rounds against the dominant Harper.
  • Harper, a three-weight world champion, expressed her desire to pursue a unification fight with WBC champion Caroline Dubois in her post-fight remarks.
  • The event highlighted Harper's growing legacy in women's boxing and showcased the increasing prominence of female championship bouts on major platforms.