Katie Taylor stands as one of the most celebrated athletes in Irish history, being one of only 15 Irish athletes to secure gold at the Olympics across any sport. Notably, she was the sole Irish gold medallist in 2012.

After her Olympic success, Taylor swiftly transitioned into professional boxing, persuading Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn to sign her as his first female fighter. This marked the beginning of her remarkable professional journey.

In 2019, Taylor aimed to become Ireland's first four-belt world champion at Madison Square Garden. In a closely contested match against Delfine Persoon, she narrowly avoided defeat, showcasing her resilience and skill.

Taylor returned to the iconic venue in 2022 to face Amanda Serrano. This highly anticipated bout represented a historic moment, as it was the first time two women headlined a boxing event at Madison Square Garden. The fight was a thrilling 10-round classic, where Taylor managed to secure a split decision victory, further solidifying her status in women’s boxing.

However, Taylor faced a significant setback when Chantelle Cameron delivered a masterful performance, stripping Taylor of her undefeated record in a devastating loss.

Looking ahead to 2024, Taylor is set to rematch Serrano in front of a staggering 60,000 fans in Texas, with the event streaming live on Netflix. At that point, she will be riding high as the undisputed light-welterweight champion, seemingly poised for retirement yet still hungry for more.