
Katie Taylor to face Flora Pili in final professional bout
Irish boxing icon Katie Taylor will fight undefeated Flora Pili at Croke Park on September 5 in what will be her final professional appearance.
Katie Taylor will compete in her final professional boxing match against Flora Pili on September 5. The bout is scheduled to take place at Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland.
Taylor aims to become an undisputed champion for a third time during this contest. She will defend her existing super lightweight world titles while also attempting to win the vacant WBC title. Her opponent, Flora Pili, enters the ring with an undefeated record of 12 wins and zero losses.
This event marks the first time professional boxing has been held at Croke Park since Muhammad Ali competed there in 1972. The venue is expected to host more than 80,000 spectators for the fight.
Taylor has been a prominent figure in women's boxing since her professional debut in 2016. Throughout her career, she has headlined major events at venues including Wembley Stadium and Madison Square Garden.
For Pili, the match represents an opportunity to secure a major career victory against a high-profile opponent. Taylor has stated her intention to conclude her career by facing a significant and demanding challenge.
As an undisputed champion in two different weight divisions, Taylor seeks to add one last achievement to her professional record. The fight serves as the conclusion to a career that has seen her headline some of the most significant venues in the sport.
Source: WBC