Terri Harper achieved a historic milestone by defeating Rhiannon Dixon via unanimous decision, thus becoming a three-weight world champion.
In a highly anticipated bout, Terri Harper emerged victorious over Rhiannon Dixon, capturing the WBO world lightweight title. The 27-year-old Harper, who had previously held world titles at super-welterweight and super-featherweight, won the match with scores of 96-94, 97-93, 97-93.
“That’s the best one of my career. I’ve become a new fighter mentally and physically,” Harper stated, highlighting the significance of her triumph. She acknowledged a challenging moment in the fight, saying, “There was one point in that fight where I was clocked and I really had to dig deep, but I managed to recover quite quick.”
Rhiannon Dixon, who was defending her world title for the first time following her April victory over Karen Elizabeth Carabajal, faced a tough competitor in Harper. Despite a valiant effort, Dixon was unable to retain her title, with all judges scoring in favour of Harper.
This match underlined Terri Harper’s exceptional skills and determination, establishing her as a formidable force in the boxing world. With this victory, Harper has now secured world titles in three different weight categories, a testament to her versatility and prowess in the sport.
Terri Harper’s unanimous decision victory over Rhiannon Dixon not only secured her the WBO world lightweight title but also solidified her status as a three-weight world champion. This achievement highlights her remarkable career and sets a new benchmark for excellence in boxing.
