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sports1 month ago•15 min saved

Katie Taylor Retires as Undisputed Champion in 80,000-Crowd Croke Park Farewell

Katie Taylor retired from professional boxing as a three-time undisputed world champion after defeating Flora Pili by unanimous decision in Dublin. The 40-year-old Irish icon capped a career that began with disguised amateur bouts and Olympic gold with a dominant performance at Croke Park, where 80,000 fans witnessed her final victory. Taylor secured the vacant WBC belt to join her existing WBA, IBF, and WBO titles, finishing with a 26-1 record. The event marked the first top-level boxing match at Croke Park since 1972, with Taylor placing her gloves in the ring to symbolize her retirement.

via BoxingScene|

#boxing #croke-park #flora-pili

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Katie Taylor Retires as Undisputed Champion in Sold-Out Croke Park Finale

Katie Taylor retired from professional boxing as a three-time undisputed world champion after defeating Flora Pili by unanimous decision at Croke Park in Dublin. The 40-year-old Irish icon added the vacant WBC belt to her existing titles before a record-breaking crowd of 80,000, capping a career that helped establish women’s boxing in Ireland and the Olympics.

via BBC|

#boxing #croke-park #ireland

sports1 month ago•5 min saved

Taylor and Pili Weigh In for Croke Park Farewell

Katie Taylor and Flora Pili successfully weighed in at Trinity College Dublin ahead of Saturday’s final fight at Croke Park. Taylor, 40, will retire after defending her undisputed super-lightweight titles against the undefeated French challenger. The event drew massive crowds, with Taylor expressing emotional gratitude for the support as she prepares for her career-ending bout.

via BBC|

#boxing #croke-park #flora-pili

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Katie Taylor to Retire After Croke Park Farewell Against Flora Pili

Katie Taylor will retire from professional boxing after her final bout against Flora Pili at Croke Park in Dublin. The 40-year-old Irish champion, who holds undisputed titles in multiple weight classes, faces an undefeated French challenger in a 10-round super-lightweight fight. The event, attended by 80,000 fans, marks the end of a career that helped integrate women’s boxing into the Olympics and redefine the sport’s global profile. Taylor’s emotional farewell includes a national celebration with Westlife, while Pili seeks a historic upset. The fight concludes a journey that began with Taylor disguising herself as a boy to train, culminating in her status as Ireland’s most decorated female athlete.

via Defector|

#boxing #croke-park #ireland

sports1 month ago

Katie Taylor's Croke Park Farewell: A National Celebration of Women's Boxing

Katie Taylor is set to retire from professional boxing after a final bout against undefeated French fighter Flora Pili at Croke Park. The event, expected to draw over 80,000 spectators, marks a historic moment for women's sports in Ireland, featuring a performance by Westlife and extensive media coverage. The fight is framed as a culmination of decades of progress for female boxers, from the early struggles of pioneers like Deirdre Gogarty to Taylor's status as a three-time undisputed world champion.

via BBC|

#croke-park #flora-pili #ireland

boxing1 month ago•5 min saved

Taylor Faces Pili in Croke Park Career Finale

Katie Taylor prepares for her final professional bout against undefeated French challenger Flora Pili at Croke Park on September 5, 2026. The 40-year-old Irish star, seeking to reclaim the undisputed light-welterweight title, faces a stern test rather than a ceremonial farewell. While Taylor emphasizes her focus on winning, promoter Eddie Hearn predicts a grueling war. The event draws 80,000 fans, marking a historic moment for women’s boxing in Ireland, though some elite amateur athletes are prioritizing training camps over attendance.

via BBC|

#boxing #croke-park #flora-pili

sports2 months ago•7 min saved

Zirkzee leads United to Dublin shootout win over Leeds in historic Croke Park clash

Manchester United edged Leeds United 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Dublin’s Croke Park—the first club football match held there. Joshua Zirkzee scored United’s opener and played a pivotal role, while Leeds equalised through Dan James after Tyler Fletcher’s mistake; James Trafford impressed on his Leeds debut. United rested Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo and Lisandro Martinez, though Rashford was seen warming up. The shootout winner came from Noussair Mazraoui after Bruno Fernandes missed; United head to Milan next, with Leeds preparing for Augsburg.

via The New York Times|

#croke-park #james-trafford #leeds-united

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Steelers vs Vikings in Dublin: Key Details and Updates

The NFL's first regular-season game in Ireland took place at Croke Park in Dublin, featuring the Steelers and Vikings, both with 2-1 records. The game included notable plays such as a fumble recovery returned for a touchdown that was called back, and was broadcast live across Western Pennsylvania, with postgame coverage provided from Dublin.

via WTAE|

#croke-park #ireland #nfl

sports1 year ago•4 min saved

NFL's Historic Dublin Game and Unique Jerseys Highlight International Expansion

Aaron Rodgers expressed some frustration about arriving late in Ireland for the NFL game at Croke Park, highlighting the significance of the event as the league's first regular-season game in Ireland and sharing his personal connection to Irish heritage. The Steelers are embracing local culture with Irish names on jerseys and are adjusting to new kickoff rules, focusing on strategic learning and preparation for the game.

via FOX Sports|

#aaron-rodgers #croke-park #ireland

sports1 year ago•19 min saved

NFL Dublin Game Sparks Excitement for Steelers-Vikings Showdown in 2025

The article highlights the cultural and historical significance of Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland, as a symbol of Irish identity and sports, and discusses the NFL's efforts to expand its international presence by hosting games there, including the upcoming Steelers vs. Vikings match, blending Irish tradition with American football's global growth.

via Sports Illustrated|

#croke-park #gaelic-games #international-football