Fighter Profile
Age: 28
Nationality: British
From: Doncaster
Record: 15-2-2
Next Fight: Defending my WBO world lightweight title against Natalie Zimmermann, headlining in my hometown of Doncaster.
In Her Own Words: An Interview with Terri Harper
When and why did you start boxing? When I was 10, I watched Jack Osbourne on the TV show Adrenaline Junkie and wanted to give it a try.
Who is your favourite all-time fighter and why? Katie Taylor because of the obstacles she had to overcome and how she has paved the way for female fighters.
What`s the best fight you`ve ever seen? The first fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano at Madison Square Garden.
What is your personal career highlight? Becoming a three-weight world champion last September, beating Rhiannon Dixon for the WBO world lightweight title after many had written me off.
Who was your toughest opponent? Sandy Ryan or Alycia Baumgardner for obvious reasons.
What are your best and worst attributes as a boxer? My best is being humble and dedicated. My worst is probably that I am sometimes too nice.
What is your top training tip? Listen to your body. Rest is just as important.
Who are your best friends in boxing? All of my gym family.
What attracts you to boxing? For me, it`s the discipline and the sacrifice, both physically and mentally, that is required and translates into fight night performance.
Where do you think you would be without boxing? Still working at the chip shop.
What has boxing given you? A very blessed life.
Who inspires you the most and why? My nan. She has been through everything and remains the strongest person to this day.
What one thing would you change to make the sport better? Less online trolls.
What`s the best advice you`ve ever received? Take every opportunity, no matter how big or small.
What is your first-ever boxing memory? The first time I walked into the boxing gym with my dad; I haven`t looked back since.
Tell us something not many people know about you. I am actually really boring and enjoy reading, walking, meditating, arts and crafts. I need to be in bed before 9 pm.
