Katie Taylor vs Flora Pili: Sun shines as fighters weigh in at Trinity College
BBC • • sports
Key Points:
- Katie Taylor is preparing for her final professional boxing fight, an undisputed light-welterweight bout against Flora Pili at a sold-out Croke Park in Dublin, with all 80,000 tickets sold.
- Both fighters weighed in just under the 10st (63.5kg) limit at a ceremonial event held at Trinity College, which drew a large crowd eager to witness the momentous occasion.
- Taylor, a two-weight undisputed champion and 2012 Olympic gold medalist, expressed gratitude and emotion during the final fight week, acknowledging the support she has received throughout her career.
- Opponent Flora Pili, undefeated with 12 wins, views this fight as a major opportunity to elevate her status in the boxing world but remains respectful and focused.
- The fight is scheduled for Saturday night at 22:00 BST, with Taylor aiming to deliver a performance worthy of her supporters as she closes out her illustrious career.
