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Katie Taylor's final fight
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The gist
Katie Taylor beat Flora Pili in her final fight at Croke Park. She retires as a three-time undisputed champion.
Background
Katie Taylor, a 40-year-old Irish boxing legend, announced her final fight against undefeated French boxer Flora Pili. The bout was held at Croke Park in Dublin, a venue with historical significance, marking the first boxing event there since Muhammad Ali fought in 1972. Taylor aimed to end her career as an undisputed champion, defending her WBA, IBF, and WBO titles and competing for the vacant WBC title.
How it unfolded
- Sep 4, 2026Ceremonial weigh-ins held at Trinity College in Dublin, with Taylor and Pili facing off.
- Sep 5, 2026Taylor defeated Pili in her final fight at Croke Park, recording her 26th professional victory in front of 80,000 fans.
- Sep 6, 2026Post-fight reflections highlight Taylor's legacy and her retirement as a three-time undisputed champion.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Taylor expressed gratitude and satisfaction with her career, saying she'll walk away satisfied with everything she's done.
- Analysts
- Pundits describe Taylor as a pioneer who carried women's boxing to grand stages, transforming the sport.
- Public
- Fans filled Croke Park with 80,000 attendees, showing immense appreciation for Taylor's final fight.