Women's Boxing Trailblazer Katie Taylor to Fight at Croke Park with 80,000 Fans Expected
Taylor will close her career as a three-time undisputed world champion after a heavily publicized bout that promoters expect to draw 80,000 fans.
- Tonight, boxing legend Katie Taylor concludes her career in a sold-out homecoming bout against undefeated French challenger Flora Pili at Croke Park, Dublin, in front of an estimated 80,000 spectators.
- After a career spanning 31 years, the 40-year-old Olympic gold medallist finally realizes her long-held dream of fighting at Ireland's largest sporting venue. Taylor described herself as feeling 'great' following her final preparation workout on Wednesday.
- Undefeated challenger Pili enters with a 12-bout winning streak but has never faced a fighter with Taylor's pedigree or experience. The undercard features former MMA fighter Molly McCann and Belfast's Tyrone McKenna.
- Fans unable to secure tickets can watch the broadcast on RTÉ, while Irish Rail has organized special late-night services for the 80,000 attendees. The city prepares for significant crowds and transport adjustments.
- Beyond tonight's bout, the event cements Taylor's legacy as a pioneer for women in boxing, inspiring young athletes like Maisie Farrell to pursue the sport. Her father, Pete Taylor, acknowledged the emotional weight of this final elite-level performance.
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St Catharines StandardWomen’s boxing trailblazer Katie Taylor to fight at Croke Park with 80,000 fans expected
DUBLIN (AP) — Katie Taylor won an Olympic gold medal and headlined at Madison Square Garden. The Irish boxer's farewell fight might surpass those feats.
Women's boxing trailblazer Katie Taylor to fight at Croke Park with 80,000 fans expected
Katie Taylor won an Olympic gold medal and headlined at Madison Square Garden. The Irish boxer’s farewell fight might surpass those feats. Taylor will face undefeated Flora Pili before an estimated 80,000 fans at Croke Park in Dublin on Saturday night. The 40-year-old Taylor plans to retire after the bout. It was always her dream to fight at Ireland’s sporting cathedral. Taylor holds the WBO, WBA and IBF super lightweight belts and will try to w…
One of the biggest stars in women's boxing, Katie Taylor (in black), is preparing for the final fight of her professional career. The Irishwoman will bid farewell to boxing in front of a packed Croke Park in Dublin, The Guardian reports. Tickets for the historic gala sold out in just 17 minutes, with an estimated 80,000 people expected to attend. The 40-year-old Taylor will face undefeated Frenchwoman Flora Pillay in her final professional fight…
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