Taylor caps legendary career with win over Pili

Katie Taylor, 40, retired from boxing with a dominant unanimous decision victory over Flora Pili at Croke Park in Dublin on September 5, 2026, in front of 83,000 fans. Taylor, improving to 26-1, claimed the undisputed junior welterweight championship with scorecards of 100-90, 100-90, and 98-91 all in her favour. The performance was described as near flawless, with Taylor overwhelming Pili (12-1) through speed, precision, and high-volume combinations throughout the fight.