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An overhaul of the Ali Act could push tiny boxing promoters out of business

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Proposed changes to the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act are gaining attention in Washington, but some industry officials say the changes could make it more tough for smaller promoters to continue to host boxing events across the United States in many local markets across the country.

The legislation, known as the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act of 2026, includes several fresh provisions related to medical supervision and fighter protection. The proposal called for higher injury insurance, required ambulance and medical staff at events, expanded drug testing and a higher minimum pay for players.


Supporters say the changes will improve safety standards in boxing. Others believe the additional requirements could raise the costs of promoting fights.

Enormous promotional companies with powerful financial resources would probably be able to bear the higher costs. Smaller organizers who host club shows and prospect cards tend to make much less money, and their events depend on smaller venues and regional audiences to sustain them.

Under the proposal, promoters would be required to carry at least $50,000 in insurance against player injuries and $15,000 in the event of accidental death. The minimum fighter pay will also boost from $150 per round to $200 per round, and drug testing will boost for many fights.

Some boxing insiders say these extra expenses could make it more tough for smaller promoters to put on shows. Fewer local fight cards may reduce opportunities for youthful fighters trying to build their records early in their careers.

The proposal has already passed through committee in the House and is expected to go to a vote in the House soon. If the bill is approved there, it would still have to pass the Senate before reaching the president’s desk. Lawmakers continue to debate how the changes could impact boxing’s business structure while strengthening protections for fighters across the sport.

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Katie Taylor vs Flora Pili: Croke Park Undercard Results and Highlights

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Katie Taylor vs Flora Pili: Croke Park Undercard Results and Highlights

World Boxing News provides undercard results and updates as Katie Taylor faces Flora Pili in a historic homecoming at Croke Park in Dublin.

Taylor puts her IBF, IBO and WBO super lightweight titles on the line against undefeated challenger Pili, with the vacant WBC championship also at stake over ten two-minute rounds.

The card also features an all-Irish welterweight clash between Paddy Donovan and Tyrone McKenna, while David Allen faces Thomas Carty in a ten-round heavyweight contest.

WBN provides live results and updates from every bout as they happen, plus selected scorecards.

Scorecards:

Katie Taylor vs. Flora Pili
Paddy Donovan vs. Tyrone McKenna
David Allen vs. Thomas Carty
Molly McCann vs. Sylwia Doligala


Results

All times are local.

21:01

David Allen vs Thomas Carty ended in a first-round no contest after a horrible ending at Croke Park. Carty fell out of the ring after being caught by a punch to the back of the head and was unable to continue.

The Irish heavyweight received oxygen at ringside before the bout was officially declared a no contest.

20:16

Paddy Donovan scored a fourth-round TKO victory over Tyrone McKenna after a damaging all-Irish battle. McKenna was dropped by a body shot in the second before suffering a nasty gash over his right eyebrow, forcing the contest to be stopped in round four.

19:46

On the first bout of the main televised card, Taylor Bevan scored a sixth-round knockout over Emmet Brennan, ending their all-Irish super middleweight clash emphatically at Croke Park.

18:50

Molly McCann produced a dominant performance at Croke Park, winning all eight rounds on the WBN scorecard to defeat Sylwia Doligala. The former UFC star controlled the contest throughout to move to 5-0 as a professional boxer.

Official scores were 80-72, 80-73 and 79-73 as the Liverpudlian moves closer to a world title shot.

18:01

Joe McGrail stopped Matthew Boreland to claim a regional title and continue his ranks through the super bantamweight ranks. McGrail is now 14-0.

17:22

Bobbi Flood defeated Jack Swallow in an entertaining four-rounder before an announcement was made about the opening fight between Paul Ryan and Paddy Gallagher.

Initially, Gallagher was named as the victor. However, that result was overturned and Ryan was declared the winner 58-55 on points.

17:03

Heavyweight Adam Olaniyan made brutally short work of Matej Hudak, blasting him out inside the opening round to extend his perfect professional record to 4-0 with four stoppages.


Katie Taylor vs Pili Running Order for Tonight


TV Coverage

The event is available live on DAZN.

Follow WBN’s live boxing coverage throughout the event.


About the Author

Phil Jay is the Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News (WBN), a BWAA-acknowledged boxing news website founded in 2010. A veteran boxing reporter with 16 years of experience, he has interviewed world champions, broken international exclusives, and reported ringside from major events. His work is published worldwide through WBN and distributed on platforms including Apple News.

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Katie Taylor vs Flora Pili: Live Results and Updates on the Fight

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Molly McCann (5-0) defeated Sylwia Doligala (8-3-2) by unanimous decision after eight rounds in their super bantamweight bout. The judges scored the fight 80-72, 80-73, and 79-73. McCann controlled the action from the opening bell with steady pressure, a high work rate, and combinations to the head and body. Doligala remained durable but spent much of the contest moving backward and struggling to establish her offense. The accumulated punches left Doligala with swelling beneath one eye and blood on her vest by the later rounds. McCann completed the eight-round distance comfortably and earned her fifth win since leaving mixed martial arts for professional boxing.

Super bantamweight Joe McGrail (14-0, 7 KOs) stopped Matthew Boreland (7-1) with a left hook to the body in the fifth round of a 10-round scheduled bout. The win earned McGrail the vacant WBA Continental Gold title. Boreland fought competitively from the opening bell and began building momentum as the rounds progressed. McGrail remained composed, worked to the body, and found the decisive opening late in the fifth. His sharp left hook dropped Boreland, who remained down for the referee’s full count. The stoppage gave the 23-year-old Liverpool southpaw his seventh knockout and handed Boreland his first professional defeat.

Paddy Gallagher (17-6-1 entering) was initially announced as the majority decision winner over Paul Ryan (11-2 entering) after six competitive middleweight rounds. The score was given as 58-55 for Gallagher, but later reports stated that the referee’s card had been read incorrectly. The actual score was reported as 58-56 for Ryan, leaving the announced result subject to an official correction. Gallagher applied steady pressure and used his experience to force exchanges throughout the fight. The taller Ryan worked from his southpaw stance, boxing at range and looking to counter the advancing Belfast veteran. There were no knockdowns, and the result remained in question while the fighters’ official records were being updated.

Bobbi Flood (4-0, 2 KOs) defeated Jack Swallow (4-14-1) by unanimous decision over four rounds in a junior middleweight fight. The referee scored the contest 40-36, giving Flood every round. The 21-year-old Dublin native controlled the action from the opening bell with his cleaner and more consistent punching. Flood used his amateur experience to outbox Swallow, who remained durable but offered little effective offense. No knockdowns occurred as Flood continued piling up points without placing himself in unnecessary exchanges. The Croke Park crowd supported the local prospect throughout his comfortable points win.

Heavyweight prospect Adam Olaniyan (4-0, 4 KOs) overwhelmed Matej Hudak (6-3, 6 KOs) for a first-round stoppage on the preliminary card. The aggressive 20-year-old immediately closed the distance, established his jab, and hurt the much heavier Hudak with combinations upstairs.

A sustained flurry sent Hudak to a knee as blood flowed from his nose and face. Referee Emile Tiedt stopped the fight after Hudak covered up without returning fire. Eddie Hearn is extremely high on Olaniyan, who has the raw talent and marketability to become Matchroom’s flagship heavyweight after Anthony Joshua retires.

Taylor vs Pili Start Time and Streaming
Main card: 2:00 p.m. ET / 11:00 a.m. PT
Main event ring walks: Approximately 5:08 p.m. ET / 2:08 p.m. PT
Streaming: DAZN
Irish television: RTÉ
Location: Croke Park, Dublin, Ireland

Taylor-Pili Fight Card

Katie Taylor vs. Flora Pili, undisputed light welterweight championship
Dave Allen vs. Thomas Carty, heavyweight
Paddy Donovan vs. Tyrone McKenna, welterweight
Taylor Bevan vs. Emmet Brennan, super middleweight

Live Results

Katie Taylor vs. Flora Pili:
Dave Allen vs. Thomas Carty:
Paddy Donovan vs. Tyrone McKenna:
Taylor Bevan vs. Emmet Brennan:

The main-card times and projected ring walks are confirmed by DAZN.

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Dave Allen vs Thomas Carty Fight Scorecard Analysis 2023

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Dave Allen vs Thomas Carty Fight Scorecard Analysis 2023

World Boxing News provides a scorecard as David Allen faces unbeaten Irish heavyweight Thomas Carty at Croke Park in Dublin.

Allen and Carty collide over ten rounds on the undercard of Katie Taylor’s farewell fight against Flora Pili, with the heavyweight contest offering a significant opportunity for both men.

The experienced Allen enters another major assignment after rebuilding his career and putting himself back into contention for meaningful heavyweight fights. The popular Briton has experienced the highs and lows of the division during a professional career that has included contests against several recognizable heavyweight names.

Carty represents a very different challenge. The unbeaten Irishman has the opportunity to claim the biggest victory of his career in front of a huge home crowd and establish himself at a higher level in the division.

Allen’s experience could prove crucial if the fight develops into a long and physical contest, while Carty will look to make the most of his youth and home advantage.

WBN will score every round of the ten-round heavyweight contest live below.


Allen vs Carty Scorecard

Round David Allen Thomas Carty
1 NC NC
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3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Total

Note: Thomas Carty falls out of the ring in the first round and is hurt from a punch to the back of the head. Fight will not continue after Carty recieved oxygen at ringside after a horrible ending to the bout.

Official Result: No Contest – Round 1


Allen vs Carty at Croke Park

Allen vs Carty forms part of the Taylor vs Pili card at Croke Park and is available live on DAZN.

The contest gives Carty the chance to make a statement against his most experienced opponent to date, while Allen can continue his latest career resurgence with another victory on a major card.

Follow WBN’s live boxing coverage throughout the event.


About the Author

Phil Jay is the Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News (WBN), a BWAA-acknowledged boxing news website founded in 2010. A veteran boxing reporter with 16 years of experience, he has interviewed world champions, broken international exclusives, and reported ringside from major events. His work is published worldwide through WBN and distributed on platforms including Apple News.

Read Phil Jay’s full bio and latest stories.

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