ANTHONY CROLLA

Updated 05-May-2020.

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Anthony Crolla announces farewell fight at the Manchester Arena: ‘It’s the last one and if it wasn’t going to be Manchester, I probably wouldn’t have had another one’

Crolla: I Don’t Want To Go Out Like That But The End is Near: Lomachenko comprehensively retained his WBA and WBO lightweight titles after brutally knocking out Anthony Crolla in the fourth round. Lomachenko – regarded as the best pound-for-pound boxer in the world – barely broke a sweat in battering Crolla in Los Angeles on Friday. British boxer Crolla stepped into the ring after IBF champion Richard Commey withdrew from the unification clash due to a hand injury, and the former WBA ruler was outclassed.

Lomachenko crushes Crolla by knockout in 4th: It was pure domination for Vasiliy Lomachenko, who sent Anthony Crolla face-first to the canvas in the fourth round to retain his unified lightweight world title.

Lomachenko Demolishes Crolla in Four Round Mismatch: By Michael Rosenthal – LOS ANGELES – No one is surprised that Vasyl Lomachenko dominated and then stopped Anthony Crolla in three-plus rounds Friday at a packed Staples center. That’s what we’ve come to expect from the Ukrainian boxing wizard, who has overwhelmed almost all of his opponents. The th…

Anthony Crolla: Briton loses to Vasyl Lomachenko in Los Angeles: Great Britain’s Anthony Crolla was stopped in the fourth round by WBO and WBA lightweight champion Vasyl Lomachenko in Los Angeles.

Lomachenko vs Crolla: Anthony Crolla knocked out by pound-for-pound king Vasyl Lomachenko: Anthony Crolla’s courageous bid to dethrone WBA and WBO lightweight champion Vasyl Lomachenko was ended in four rounds by the Ukrainian pound-for-pound superstar.

Highlights! Lomachenko Scores Face-Plant KO In Dominant Title Defense: Watch Vasyl Lomachenko vs. Anthony Crolla full fight video highlights last night (Fri., April 12, 2019) live on ESPN+ from inside Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, featuring the fourth-round knockout finish by “Matrix.”

Vasiliy Lomachenko shines again; who’s next for ‘Hi-Tech’?: Vasiliy Lomachenko seems to be fully recovered from the shoulder surgery he underwent last May. And after an impressive KO victory over Anthony Crolla on Friday, the unified lightweight champion has a few options to keep adding belts to his collection.

Vasyl Lomachenko vs. Anthony Crolla fight purses: ‘Matrix’ nabs over $3 million in guaranteed money: Find out how much pound-for-pound great Vasyl Lomachenko will earn for his lightweight title defense opposite Anthony Crolla this evening (Fri., April 12, 2019) live on ESPN+ from Los Angeles.

Lomachenko to defend title vs. Crolla on April 12: Pound-for-pound king Vasiliy Lomachenko will defend his unified lightweight world title against mandatory challenger Anthony Crolla on April 12 at Los Angeles’ Staples Center after their camps reached a deal Tuesday night.

Anthony Crolla guaranteed a fight against Vasyl Lomachenko-Jose Pedraza winner, says Eddie Hearn: Anthony Crolla has received confirmation from the WBA that he is next in line for the winner of Vasyl Lomachenko’s unification fight with Jose Pedraza on December 8.

Usyk vs Bellew: Anthony Crolla beats Daud Yordan in WBA world title final eliminator: Anthony Crolla rallied to a decision win over Daud Yordan on Saturday in a final eliminator for the WBA lightweight world title.

Crolla Decisions Yordan in WBA Eliminator, in Line For Loma Shot: Manchester Arena, Manchester – In a WBA lightweight final eliminator, former world champion Anthony Crolla (34-6-3, 13 KOs) won a twelve round unanimous decision over Daud Yordan (38-4, 26 KOs). The scores were identical with all three judges, at 116-112.

Usyk vs Bellew: Anthony Crolla knows win over Daud Yordan could set up fight with Vasyl Lomachenko: Anthony Crolla says he has a

Anthony Crolla vs. Daud Yordan Likely For Bellew-Usyk: Anthony Crolla is expected to return to the ring in a couple of months’ time. The former WBA lightweight world champion has been out of action since his victory on the last Anthony Joshua card in March. Crolla scored a unanimous decision victory over Edson Ramirez at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff and was afterwards considered a realistic future opponent for the current WBA lightweight champion Vasyl Lomachenko.

Vasyl Lomachenko ‘had interest’ in Anthony Crolla fight, says Joe Gallagher: Vasyl Lomachenko enquired about fighting Anthony Crolla in the UK, trainer Joe Gallagher has claimed.

Joshua vs Parker: Anthony Crolla outpoints gutsy Edson Ramirez: Anthony Crolla stayed on course for a world title shot with a hard-fought victory over gutsy Mexican Edson Ramirez at The Principality Stadium.

Anthony Crolla Suffers Cut, Defeats Edson Ramirez Over Ten: Principality Stadium, Cardiff, Wales – Former world champion Anthony Crolla (33-6-3, 13 KOs) had few issues in winning a one-sided dominating ten round unanimous decision over Edson Ramirez (18-3-1, 8 KOs).

Anthony Crolla vs. Edson Ramirez Set For Joshua-Parker Card: Anthony Crolla’s road to becoming a two-time World Lightweight champion will resume on March 31 when he faces Edson Ramirez at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, live on Sky Sports Box Office. Crolla is back in action following his win over three-weight king Ricky Burns in Manchester in October and now the 31 year old faces Mexican Ramirez, unbeaten in 18 fights, as he takes the first steps on a path he hopes leads to a shot at a belt at 135lbs.

Crolla defeats Burns by unanimous decision: Anthony Crolla breathed new life into his career with a unanimous points win over Ricky Burns in a non-title lightweight bout on Saturday.

Crolla vs Burns: Anthony Crolla outpoints Ricky Burns in Manchester: Anthony Crolla outpointed Ricky Burns in their lightweight showdown at the Manchester Arena on Saturday.

Anthony Crolla Decisions Ricky Burns in Crossroads Battle: Manchester Arena, Manchester, England – In a crossroads battle of former world champions, former lightweight beltholder Anthony Crolla (32-6-3, 13 KOs) won a twelve round unanimous decision over former three-division champ Ricky Burns (41-7-1, 14 KOs) The scores were 116-113, 117-112 and 116-114 for Crolla.

Anthony Crolla beats Ricky Burns on points in Manchester: Anthony Crolla edges a fantastic non-title lightweight contest against Ricky Burns at the Manchester Arena.

Former titleholders Crolla, Burns to fight Oct. 7: Former world titleholders Anthony Crolla and Ricky Burns will meet in a lightweight fight on Oct. 7 at Manchester Arena in Manchester, England, Crolla’s hometown.

Anthony Crolla vs. Ricky Burns Finalized For October 7: Anthony Crolla and Ricky Burns will clash in a must-win Lightweight battle at the Manchester Arena on October 7, live on Sky Sports. The former World champions will be looking for a huge win to get back into range for a World title tilt and continue their glittering careers at the top level.

Anthony Crolla faces Ricky Burns in a British battle in Manchester live on Sky Sports: Anthony Crolla and Ricky Burns are putting their careers on the line when they meet in a must-win British lightweight battle on October 7, live on Sky Sports.

Crolla: Ricky Burns Bout Could Spell Retirement For The Loser: Anthony Crolla is really motivated to get in the ring with fellow former world champion Ricky Burns, but he admits the contest could spell retirement for the loser. The winner could find himself a step closer to another world title opportunity.

Anthony Crolla says a fight with Ricky Burns could bring about retirement for loser: Anthony Crolla says that if a fight with Ricky Burns does materialise, there will be an awful lot on the line and defeat could well spell retirement for the loser.

Ricky Burns welcomes offer of fight with Anthony Crolla: Ricky Burns says he

Anthony Crolla v Jorge Linares: Manchester fighter suffers defeat in rematch: Anthony Crolla fails in his bid to regain the WBA lightweight title as Jorge Linares retains the belt in Manchester.

Anthony Crolla: Jorge Linares defeat could prompt jump to Ricky Burns’ division: Anthony Crolla will consider moving up to Ricky Burns’ weight class following his rematch defeat by Jorge Linares.

Brave Crolla outclassed by Linares: Jorge Linares retained his world lightweight titles after a comprehensive victory over Anthony Crolla in their rematch at Manchester Arena.

Jorge Linares Drops, Dominates Anthony Crolla To Repeat: By Keith Idec – Jorge Linares says he trained three times harder for his rematch with Anthony Crolla than he did for their first fight. The WBA world lightweight champion’s increased commitment to training definitely showed Saturday night. Faster and sharper throughout their 12-round rematch, Linares dropped…

Jorge Linares outpoints game Anthony Crolla again – The Ring: Jorge Linares exhibited elite boxing form while once again outpointing Anthony Crolla, who exhibited exceptional heart, on Saturday in Manchester, England.

Weigh-in alert: Linares and Crolla both 134.4 pounds – The Ring: It is Venezuela versus the U.K. when Jorge Linares and Anthony Crolla clash in a rematch at the Manchester Arena in England on Saturday.

Showtime to air Linares-Crolla rematch March 25 – The Ring: Showtime will air the lightweight title rematch between champion Jorge Linares and former titleholder Anthony Crolla on March 25 from Manchester Arena.

Anthony Crolla vs Jorge Linares WBA rematch agreed for March in Manchester: Anthony Crolla will face WBA lightweight world champion Jorge Linares in a rematch at Manchester Arena on 25 March.

Linares to defend belt in rematch vs. Crolla: Lightweight world champion Jorge Linares and Anthony Crolla, who waged one of the best fights of 2016, will meet in a rematch on March 25 in Manchester, England.

Jorge Linares vs. Anthony Crolla II Set, March 25 In Manchester: Anthony Crolla will get the chance to become a world champion again later this year. The former WBA lightweight champion, 30, who lost his crown in September at the hands of Venezuelan stylist Jorge Linares, has been granted the opportunity of a rematch.

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Jorge Linares vs. Anthony Crolla II in Play For 3/25 In Manchester: Anthony Crolla will get the chance to become a world champion again later this year. The former WBA lightweight champion, who lost his crown in September at the hands of Venezuelan stylist Jorge Linares, has been granted the opportunity of a rematch.

Jorge Linares-Anthony Crolla Rematch Eyed For March 25: ANTHONY CROLLA will get his rematch with Jorge Linares in March. The former WBA lightweight champion lost his belt to the Venezuelan in a thrilling encounter in September.

Jorge Linares vs Anthony Crolla rematch looks set to land on March 25 in Manchester – Boxing News: Jorge Linares and Anthony Crolla will go again

Jorge Linares says Anthony Crolla deserves a rematch and is happy to return to Manchester: Anthony Crolla is likely to get a rematch with Jorge Linares, with the new WBA world lightweight champion even happy to return to Manchester.

Anthony Crolla is beaten by Jorge Linares on a unanimous decision: Anthony Crolla’s incredible climb to the top came to a halt when he lost a unanimous points decision to the classy Jorge Linares in Manchester.

Anthony Crolla wants to win Ring title by beating Jorge Linares: Anthony Crolla says winning the Ring Magazine world championship will be a dream come true if he can beat Jorge Linares.

Anthony Crolla to take on Jorge Linares on September 24: WBA world lightweight champion Anthony Crolla will face WBC ‘Diamond’ champion Jorge Linares in a unification fight on September 24.

Anthony Crolla retains world title with knockout of Ismael Barroso: Anthony Crolla retained his WBA world lightweight title by knocking out Ismael Barroso in the seventh round of a classic fight of two halves.

Anthony Crolla stops Ismael Barroso to retain WBA lightweight title: Britain’s Anthony Crolla stops Ismael Barroso in round seven to retain his WBA lightweight title in Manchester.

Anthony Crolla not the first Briton to make a daunting first defence: Anthony Crolla is in at the deep end as he makes his first world title defence against Ismael Barroso. Which British champions took similar risks?

Crolla vs. Barroso Officially Set, May 7 In Manchester: Anthony Crolla will make the first defense of his lightweight title versus mandatory challenger Ismael Barrosso. Matchroom Boxing, Crolla’s promoter formally announced the fight as officially set for May 7 at Manchester Arena in Manchester, England, confirming a news break previously run on BoxingScene.com.

Anthony Crolla will defend WBA title against Ismael Barroso in May at Manchester Arena: Anthony Crolla will make the first defence of his WBA lightweight title against Ismael Barroso at the Manchester Arena on May 7.

Anthony Crolla crowned world champion after stopping Darleys Perez to win WBA lightweight title in rematch: After seeing his first shot against Colombian Perez end in a controversial draw back in July, Crolla made no mistake this time around

Anthony Crolla knocks out Darleys Pérez in fifth to win WBA world title: The Manchester fighter Anthony Crolla became the WBA world lightweight champion after beating the Colombian Darleys Pérez

Anthony Crolla beats Darleys Perez to win WBA lightweight title: Anthony Crolla knocks out Colombia’s Darleys Perez in the fifth round to win the WBA lightweight title in Manchester.

WBA order Anthony Crolla v Darleys Perez rematch: British fighter was frustrated by the judges in Manchester earlier this month when the bout was ruled a draw

Anthony Crolla and Darleys Perez WBA title fight ends in draw: Anthony Crolla fails in his bid to claim the WBA lightweight title after his bout with Darleys Perez ends in a controversial draw.

Derry Mathews: Anthony Crolla replaced in Richar Abril title bout: Liverpool fighter Derry Mathews replaces the injured Anthony Crolla to fight Richar Abril for the WBA lightweight title.

Anthony Crolla: Boxer ‘lucky to be alive’ after burglar attack: Anthony Crolla is “lucky to be alive” after suffering a fractured skull when confronting burglars.

Manchester’s Anthony Crolla is to fight for the world lightweight title: Anthony Crolla is to fight Cuba’s Richar Abril for the WBA world lightweight title in his home city of Manchester.

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Anthony Crolla forced to settle for draw after clash of heads with Gamaliel Diaz: Anthony Crolla endured frustration in his pursuit of a world title shot as his lightweight clash with Gamaliel Diaz ended in a technical draw.

Gamaliel Diaz Confident as Anthony Crolla Clash Nears: The former world super featherweight champion of the World Boxing Council, Gamaliel “Platano” Diaz, is training hard for his scheduled fight on September 13 in Manchester, Lancashire, against tough British contender Anthony Crolla.

Diaz feels very confident about going over to European soil. His training camp is ongoing with trainer Jose Morales Jr., and the boxer vows to arrive in great physical condition.

Anthony Crolla beat John Murray in their grudge match in Manchester: Anthony Crolla won the battle of Manchester and defended his WBO inter-continental title with a stunning 10th-round stoppage of John Murray.

Hearn: Rees vs. Crolla Will Still Go Forward on June 29: Eddie Hearn has moved the David Haye v Manuel Charr undercard to Bolton after the Hayemaker withdraw from his proposed bout due to a hand injury, with the show now taking place at Bolton Arena on June 29, live on Sky Sports, sponsored by Betfair.

Gavin Rees will return to action after his brave World title challenge against Adrien Broner in Atlantic City in February and he takes on former British champion Anthony Crolla in a crucial clash for both of their careers after ‘Million Dollar’ Crolla’s rematch with Derry Mathews in Liverpool in March ended in a draw with the Commonwealth title on the line.

Crolla Shocks Gavin Rees: Smith, Quigg, Rose Win: Bolton Arena, Bolton – In a fight for the vacant WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title, Gavin Rees (37-3-1, 18KOs), who was cut around both eyes, did not have enough in the tank to overcome the more accurate and more technical Anthony Crolla (26-4-1, 9KOs). Crolla, a heavy underdog going in, picks up the biggest victory in his entire career. The scores were 115-113 and 116-113 for Crolla, and 115-115 for the draw. Rees was coming off a February TKO loss to Adrien Broner, while Crolla went to a twelve round majority draw with Derry Mathews in March.

Anthony Crolla beat Gavin Rees by majority decision in Bolton: Anthony Crolla put himself in line for a world title shot after beating Gavin Rees by majority decision in Bolton on Saturday night.

Anthony Crolla vs Derry Matthews II: Fight Date 30-03-2013. Fight Date 21-04-2012.

Anthony Crolla draws with Derry Mathews in a thrilling clash in Liverpool: Anthony Crolla and Derry Mathews will have to meet again after their fight for the Commonwealth lightweight title at the Echo Arena in Liverpool ended in a thrilling draw.

Kieran Farrell recovering in hospital after his gruelling brawl with Anthony Crolla: Kieran Farrell is recovering in hospital after his gruelling points defeat by Anthony Crolla on Friday night.

Farrell recovering in hospital following collapse after first defeat to Crolla: Manchester boxer Kieran Farrell collapsed and was rushed to hospital after suffering his first professional defeat against Anthony Crolla on Friday night.

Anthony Crolla came through a stiff examination to beat Keiran Farrell on points: Anthony Crolla put himself back in the title mix with a points victory over Kieran Farrell in a barnstorming brawl at Bowlers in Manchester.

Prizefighter: Sykes tops Crolla again, on to final: Gary Sykes won a split decision over Anthony Crolla in the Prizefighter tournament, advancing to the final to face Tommy Flannigan.

Stephen Jennings will try to upset the odds against Anthony Crolla in Prizefighter: Stephen Jennings will be looking to upset the odds when he takes on Anthony Crolla in Prizefighter on Saturday night.

Anthony Crolla will have no excuses when he takes part in Prizefighter next Saturday: Anthony Crolla believes his best will be good enough when he stars in Prizefighter next Saturday.

Crolla vs Mathews Results: Derry Mathews Pulls the Upset in Back-and-Forth War: Anthony Crolla and Matty Askin both suffered upsets today in the UK. Bad Left Hook has the recap.

Gavin Rees is Injured, Anthony Crolla Bout is Off: The MEN have reported that Anthony Crolla’s British lightweight title defence against Gavin Rees has been scrapped due to Rees’s nose injury flaring up ahead of the proposed April 16th fight. Crolla-Rees was due to land on the undercard of Amir Khan versus Paul McCloskey only to be put on ice until Rees, who is next in line for the title, has recovered from this setback.

Crolla vs Rees Set For The Khan-McCloskey Undercard: Anthony Crolla looks set to make the maiden defence of his British lightweight belt against Gavin Rees on the undercard of the Amir Khan-Paul McCloskey WBA 140lb title fight at the MEN, Manchester on April 16th.

Anthony Crolla defeats John Watson to land British title: Anthony Crolla stepped into the lion’s den to claim the British title – now his reward could be a dream showdown at the M.E.N. Arena.

Foster Jnr, Crolla back on top: Steve Foster Jr and Anthony Crolla blasted their way back from the wilderness as Manchester proved once again that it is the capital of British boxing.

Anthony Crolla, back from the brink after battling with burglars: Seven months after the horrific attack by burglars that left him with a fractured skull and shattered ankle, Ant Crolla is preparing for a triumphant return to the boxing ring.

Anthony Crolla in hospital after confronting burglars at neighbour’s house: Anthony Crolla, the WBO inter-continental lightweight title holder, was taken to hospital after confronting burglars who were raiding a neighbour’s house in Manchester

My botty best at summarizing from Wikipedia: Anthony Crolla (born 16 November 1986) is a former professional boxer who competed from 2006 to 2019 . he held the WBA lightweight title from 2015 to 2016 and challenged once for the unified WBA and W Crolla finishes 2008 with further victories over Carl Allen in October and Jon Baguley in December finishing the year with a record of 12–1 . on 25 September, he returned to ring and scored another victory over he continues his winning run in 2010 with victories over Jason Nesbitt, Sid Razak and Chris Riley . on 2 October he challenged Andy Morris for the english super featherweight title . the fight resulted on 16 March, Crolla vs. Gavin Rees was added to the Amir Khan-Paul McCloskey WBA title fight undercard on 16 April at the MEN Arena in Manchester . on 21 April a day earlier it was announced that Crolla would fight Stephen Jennings in the quarter finals . crolla won the fight after 3 rounds in what many felt was the best display of the night . Croll promoter coldwell fancied his fighters chances against Crolla, feeling he may be on the slide . just after the final bell Farrell collapsed and was rushed to hospital . the fight ended in draw, the judges scored it 115-113 and 116-113 to Crolla . the fight was scheduled to take place on the undercard of David Haye vs. Manuel Charr . that fight was called of when Foster retired on his stool after six rounds, giving Crolla the stoppage win . the fight was billed as the ‘Battle of Manchester’ . it was known that crolla and Murray former gym pal Crolla made his third and final defence on 13 September against Mexican boxer Gamaliel Daz . the fight was ruled a technical draw after the round . Murray admitted the best man won . if the referee stops the fight on the advice of the doctor then it is a technical draw, but it looked like he didn’t want to come out . he confronted two burglars who were raid Derry Matthews was picked to replace Crolla, but instead fought Tony Luis . he took the fight on four days notice, winning the interim lightweight title . one judge had the fight 116-111 for C promoter Eddie Hearn says he’s emailed the WBA complaining about the points decision . hearn believed Crolla by at least four rounds and his trainer Joe Gallagher saw him win by two “On 30 July 2015, the WBA officially ordered the rematch between Crolla and Pérez . hearn announced the fight would take place on 21 November at the Manchester Arena . the punch which dropped P Crolla: “i’ve dreamt this dream since i was 10 years of age. i didn’t know it would be this good” barroso was known for displaying punch power in a chilling knock at the time, Crolla was offered £500,000 to fight the winner of a wba title fight . he said he would have surrendered his WBA title, just for a big payday . the opening five rounds saw Crolla take a lot of clean shots . barroso began to tire following round 6, and he took control . he hurt Barroso with a right to the head that stagg in round 7, barroso landed some shots, but lacked the power at this stage to hurt Crolla . he got to one knee but wasn’t able to beat the count . at the time of 27 KOs) on 24 September at the Manchester Arena . Crolla’s WBA world lightweight title will also be at stake . he said it would be ‘a dream come true’ if he can crolla’s first loss in 10 fights regarded by many as a close contest filled with action throughout . an immediate rematch would then be discussed post fight . all three titles would be at stake in the both fighters weighed in at 134.4 pounds . fight would be televised live on sky sports in the UK . showtime announced they would cover the fight in the united states . Crolla retains the WBA, The Ring and WBC Diamond lightweight titles . in the post-fight interview, he thanked his promoter for making the trip and watching him ringside . “Manchester, both fighters embraced at the final bell and showed respect. Crolla meditated around moving up to super lightweight. talks suggested a fight would likely take place in Manchester or Glasgow at light-welterweight . a provisional date of 14 October 2017 was being considered . both boxers tweeted a day earlier confirming their interest in the burn’s compatriot Josh Taylor had been calling him out for an all Scottish showdown . he admitted the fight would be a ‘make or break’ fight for both of them . on 7 august 2017, it was Anthony and Ricky know this fight is an “absolute must-win” Crolla wins the fight via 12 round unanimous decision . hearn speaks to sky sports about the fight . three judges score fight 116-113, 117-112, 116 114 . sky pundits had either Crolla winning or a draw . both fighters embraced in the end . in the post fight, Crolla said he thought he did enough to win the fight . Burns felt he had edged the fight saying, “in my eyes, I thought I just edged it” Croll the final judges’ scorecards were 100-91, 100-90 and 98-92 in favour of Crolla . he focused on the body attack and was given 2 warnings from the referee for landing body on 17 September, it was reported that Crolla would return to the Manchester Arena on 10 November . Indonesian boxer daud Yordan was considered a possible opponent . on 24 September, the fight was confirmed by Crolla outworked and outboxed Yordan throughout most of the fight . from rounds 9 through 12, he was the busier fighter, and he landed more shots . the judges scored the fight Crolla said he’d love to fight Lomachenko in Manchester . but he ‘wouldn’t be disrespectful’ to call out the russian . top ranked intended to finalize the deal Lomachenko will defend his WBA (Super), WBO and The Ring titles against Crolla . the bout will be streamed live and exclusive on ESPN+ . it will mark the one year anniversary of the streaming service the bout would mark Crolla’s first time fighting in USA, having only fought once previously outside of his native UK . it was reported that Lomachenlo would earn $1.2 million, but guaranteed closer to $3.2 million referee Jack reiss interrupted the fight with 11 seconds left in the round . he corrected the misunderstanding and forced out commissioners . with 1 second left, the round effectively ended immediately . Lomachenko landed 72 of 249 shots, while Crolla landed only 12 of his 96 thrown (13%) according to CompuBox Stats, lomachenko hit 72 of 349 shots (29%), and Crolla says he hopes for a farewell bout in Manchester to finish his career . Katie Taylor is stepping up to super-lightweight to fight Greece’s WBO title-holder Christina Linardatou