Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE: Result as Taylor suffers first ever defeat

Re-live updates from the undisputed-title fight in Dublin

"Very Special" - Katie Taylor on homecoming bout against “worst nightmare” Cameron

Katie Taylor suffered the first loss of her professional career on Saturday, as she was beaten on points by Chantelle Cameron in Dublin.

Taylor entered the 3Arena unbeaten and as the undisputed lightweight champion, while her British opponent was also undefeated and put the undisputed super-lightweight titles on the line. In what was, remarkably, Taylor’s first pro fight in her native Ireland, the Olympic champion lost a majority decision to Cameron, who emerged victorious 96-94, 96-94, 95-95 on the judges’ scorecards.

The bout was contested at an intense pace, with Cameron, 32, fighting on the front foot and applying heavy pressure throughout. Taylor’s every punch was greeted with a roar in Dublin, but the 36-year-old seemed to lose the contest in the middle rounds, as Cameron landed the harder shots and with greater frequency. Taylor, cheered on by UFC star and compatriot Conor McGregor from ringside, landed several eye-catching flurries in the final frames, but her quick, straight punches did not appear to faze Cameron. In contrast, Taylor seemed to be worn down somewhat by her opponent’s frequent body shots.

Taylor expressed her desire for a rematch as the fighters spoke in the ring after the main event, before her promoter Eddie Hearn reiterated that a rematch clause would allow a second clash between the women. He added that it would likely take place in Dublin in autumn.

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Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE

• Katie Taylor loses for first time in her pro career
• Irishwoman is outpointed by Cameron in Dublin
• Cameron remains unbeaten, retains undisputed super-lightweight belts
• Taylor eyes rematch; promoter Eddie Hearn targets autumn date

[20 May 2023 22:21 · Alex Pattle]

Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE: Gary Cully vs Jose Felix Jr

Round 2

Felix Jr with his best shot so far – a hook to the head.

Cully waves his arms about in a bid to distract Felix Jr, who seems unfazed.

The Mexican connects with a couple of good body shots, but he’s tagged by a right hook.

Now Cully just about catches Felix Jr with a one-two.

[20 May 2023 22:17 · Alex Pattle]

Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE: Gary Cully vs Jose Felix Jr

Round 1

Cully is so tall; the southpaw looks huge in there!

Bright pink gloves for both men; purple and pink shorts for Cully.

He’s happy to just press forward and flick out jabs early on. Now he adds some left crosses, though none are landing clean yet.

Finally one gets through, and the crowd enjoys that! Conor McGregor shouts encouragement at Cully from ringside.

[20 May 2023 22:13 · Alex Pattle]

Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE: Gary Cully vs Jose Felix Jr

Here we go!

[20 May 2023 22:08 · Alex Pattle]

Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE: Gary Cully vs Jose Felix Jr

A phenomenal reaction for Cully as he makes his entrance. This young man (still just 26) could be a superstar some day.

[20 May 2023 22:03 · Alex Pattle]

Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE: JJ Metcalf def. Dennis Hogan

Next up, Gary Cully puts his unbeaten record on the line against Jose Felix Jr in a lightweight bout.

[20 May 2023 21:57 · Alex Pattle]

Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE: JJ Metcalf def. Dennis Hogan

JJ Metcalf def. Dennis Hogan via unanimous decision (117-110, 117-110, 115-112).

The Liverpudlian is the new IBO super-welterweight champion!

[20 May 2023 21:52 · Alex Pattle]

Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE: Dennis Hogan vs JJ Metcalf

Round 12

Final round! Right hook to the body, left hook to the head by Metcalf! Hogan with a big right hand in retaliation!

Now it’s Hogan with the exact same combination that Metcalf just landed! The fighters grapple.

Once again, Hogan spits out his mouthguard. The referee knows what’s going on, and he decides to dock Hogan a point!

The fight resumes, and Hogan is warned for aiming slightly low...

Hogan looks exhausted. We’ll go to the scorecards.

[20 May 2023 21:48 · Alex Pattle]

Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE: Dennis Hogan vs JJ Metcalf

Round 11

Again Hogan’s mouthguard comes out – again intentionally, perhaps?

The action resumes and, well, the gumshield is out once more...

[20 May 2023 21:45 · Alex Pattle]

Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE: Conor McGregor cheers on Irish boxers from ringside

[20 May 2023 21:43 · Alex Pattle]

Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE: Dennis Hogan vs JJ Metcalf

Round 10

Into the final three rounds here. Hogan looks to be hurt to the body, but he fires back – as he has done so many times this evening!

The pair tie up, with Metcalf launching a right hook to the body as they separate. Conor McGregor continues to shout advice to Hogan from ringside.