Katie Taylor will fight Flora Pili in a retirement match at Croke Park in Dublin on Sept. 5, 2026 [1].
The bout represents the final chapter of Taylor's professional career, pitting her against the French challenger for the undisputed world championship. Securing this fight allows Taylor to conclude her career at a historic venue while attempting to reach a milestone of becoming a three-time undisputed champion [2].
The fight was confirmed on Friday, June 5, 2026 [3]. The selection of Croke Park, which has a capacity of 82,300, marks a significant scale for a boxing event in Ireland [4]. Taylor has long expressed a desire to headline the venue, viewing it as the definitive setting for her farewell performance.
"It was Croke Park or nothing," Taylor said [5].
By facing Pili, Taylor seeks to maintain her dominance in the sport before stepping away from the ring. The match is scheduled for a Saturday, providing a high-profile stage for the Irish fighter to bid farewell to her home supporters. The fight serves as the culmination of a career defined by historic achievements in women's boxing.
Organizers and fans expect the event to be one of the most significant sporting moments in Dublin this year. The undisputed nature of the title means all major belts will be on the line, raising the stakes for both the veteran Taylor and the challenger Pili [2].
“"It was Croke Park or nothing"”
This match is more than a title defense; it is a legacy-defining event. By choosing Croke Park, Taylor is leveraging her status as a national icon to elevate the profile of women's boxing in Ireland. A victory would allow her to retire as the undisputed champion for a third time, cementing her position as one of the greatest practitioners in the history of the sport.
