Josh Taylor revealed he was super confident of beating Ohara Davies at Braehead.
The highly-rated boxer from East Lothian stopped his London-based opponent to take the WBC silver super lightweight title.
And he revealed that he was super relaxed going into the 12-round contest.
He said: “In the changing room I am usually tight with nerves but I was so calm.”
Taylor admitted that Davies tagged him with his jab in the first round and added: “His jab was quite sharp then I started using my feet.
“My first line of defence was always going to be my feet and he could not hit me.
“He didn’t seem to have a plan B and know what to do. Then he started with the verbals to try and get me into a fight.
“I was very comfortable and I wish him all the best for the rest of his career.
“I didn’t think he would quit after giving it so much mouth and talking on social media.”
He added: “I think he was shocked by the power I have and the speed. I am not a one punch knockout person but I can punch hard enough.”
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