World welterweight champion Lauren Price is set to make her highly anticipated return to the ring in Cardiff on April 4th, 2023. Price, a unified world champion from Wales, has been eagerly awaiting this moment after a period of absence due to unforeseen circumstances. In an exclusive statement, Price revealed her excitement about the upcoming bout, emphasizing her eagerness to showcase her skills and entertain her fans.
"I am thrilled to be returning to Cardiff and fighting on April 4th at the Utilita Arena," Price shared with a captivated audience at Rodney Parade in Newport. "This fight is significant for me, and I'm eager to get back in the ring after facing some unexpected challenges."
Price's last bout took place in March 2022, where she dominated Natasha Jonas at the Royal Albert Hall, adding the WBC and IBF belts to her WBA crown. Since then, she has been eagerly awaiting her next opportunity to showcase her skills. In the aftermath of her previous victory, Price expressed her confidence in becoming an undisputed champion by the end of the year.
Despite initial plans for her return in August, Price will now face a 13-month gap between fights. However, she remains undeterred and is back in training, sparring, and ready to put on a show for her fans. "I'm back in the gym, and I've had an incredible week of training," Price assured her supporters. "I'm focused and ready to deliver a memorable performance on April 4th."
The fight will be promoted by Ben Shalom, the founder and CEO of Boxxer, and will take place at the Utilita Arena, which has a capacity of 7,500. While there has been no official announcement, the British Boxing Board of Control has posted notice of a bout between Welshman Rhys Edwards and Birmingham's Gulraj Powar for their vacant featherweight title in Cardiff on the same date.
Price's passion for boxing and her Welsh heritage are deeply intertwined. She has consistently emphasized the importance of being Welsh in her journey to success. "I want the big fights, I want momentum, and I love fighting in Wales," Price expressed. "I was offered the Albert Hall again, but I want to fight in Wales, alongside up-and-coming Welsh talent."
Price's dream is to sell out stadiums and follow in the footsteps of legendary boxer Joe Calzaghe. She believes that boxing at home is the first step towards achieving this goal. "I want to be part of the growth and development of boxing in Wales," Price added. "I'm excited to be a role model for young boxers and to contribute to the sport's future in my home country."
As Price prepares for her return, fans are eagerly awaiting her performance. Will she live up to the expectations and become the undisputed champion she envisioned? Stay tuned, and don't miss the chance to witness this remarkable boxer's journey towards her dreams. But here's where it gets controversial... Will Price's decision to fight in Cardiff instead of the Albert Hall impact her chances of becoming a global superstar? And this is the part most people miss... Price's unwavering commitment to her Welsh heritage and the local boxing community may just be her secret weapon in the ring.
