Katie Taylor Names Claressa Shields Successor | Boxing News

Boxing News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 2, 2026 · 1m

Katie Taylor, boxing’s reigning pound-for-pound queen, is preparing for her final fight this Saturday at Croke Park—retiring regardless of the outcome. She’s already crowned Claressa Shields as the natural successor, praising her explosive talent and undefeated legacy. With Shields eyeing a potential catchweight super-fight and Taylor open to any challenge—even with retirement on the horizon—the stage is set for a historic transition in women’s boxing. As the sport’s future shines with rising stars like Fundora, Cameron, and Thorslund, Taylor’s endorsement of Shields signals a new era led by…