What happened: Katie Taylor’s professional retirement fight has officially sold out Dublin's Croke Park, with 80,000 tickets disappearing shortly after their release. The undisputed super lightweight champion is set to face unbeaten French challenger Flora Pili in the stadium's first professional boxing card since 1972.
Why it matters: The rapid sellout underscores Taylor's immense drawing power as she returns to Ireland for the final appearance of her career. Facing Pili at Croke Park fulfills a career-long ambition for Taylor, providing a massive stage for her swan song and the defense of her undisputed world titles.
By the numbers: Taylor (24-1, 6 KOs) will defend her undisputed status against the 12-0 Flora Pili. The 80,000-seat sellout marks the first boxing match at Croke Park since Muhammad Ali fought Al 'Blue' Lewis 54 years ago.
What to watch: With tickets now fully accounted for, focus turns to the September 5 fight night and the expected record-breaking television viewership in Ireland.