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Katie Taylor confirms retirement after final Dublin fight this year

Editorial Team
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Katie Taylor celebrating a victory in the boxing ring holding her championship belts

Katie Taylor has confirmed she will bring the curtain down on her decorated career after a farewell fight in Dublin this summer.

The undisputed lightweight champion is set to hang up her gloves after one final appearance on home soil later this year.

A legendary career

The Irish sporting icon has enjoyed a trailblazing tenure in the ring, becoming a two-weight undisputed world champion.

She is widely regarded as one of the greatest female boxers of all time, having also secured Olympic gold at London 2012.

The decision marks the end of an era for Irish sport as the Bray fighter prepares to step away from professional competition.

Homecoming farewell

Details regarding the specific opponent or venue for the summer bout have not yet been announced.

However, the event in the Irish capital promises to be an emotional occasion for the 37-year-old.

Taylor most recently fought in Dublin in November, avenging her only professional defeat against Chantelle Cameron.