Why Katie Taylor is the undisputable the GWOAT of Boxing!

Written by Amy Tuscher

When we talk about the “Greatest Woman Of All Time” in boxing, there are a few names that pop up, but no name is mentioned more than Katie Taylor's. The Irish sensation has a case that’s incredibly tough to beat, not only is she an incredible boxer; she has reshaped the future of the sport for women.

Started as an Amateur Legend

Before she turned professional, Katie was already a superstar. Her amateur career was just as impressive. She won five consecutive gold medals at the World Championship, she also won a number of European titles.

But her biggest achievement at that time, was her fight to get women’s boxing into the Olympics. She was a huge voice and advocate for the sport competing in exhibition fights all across the country, and her perseverance paid off.

When women’s boxing finally made it to London 2012, who won the gold? You guessed it – Katie Taylor. That wasn’t just a win for her; it was a win for every aspiring female boxer out there.

Conquering the Pro Ranks, Twice!

When Katie decided to go pro in 2016, she didn’t build up slowly, she quickly scooped up the WBA and IBF lightweight titles.

But the real moment was in 2019, when she faced Delfine Persoon at Madison Square Garden. That fight was a war, and Katie emerged as the undisputed lightweight champion. That means she held all four major world titles, which was a huge deal for women’s boxing at the time.

And she didn’t stop there. Just to prove a point, she went up a weight class and did it again! She became undisputed champion at super-lightweight too. Being undisputed in two different divisions? That is elite level status!

Then there has been her rivalry with Amanda Serrano. Their fights have been epic – real out and out wars that tested Taylors power and skills to the maximum. But these fights have also got everyone talking, and not just boxing fans. These bouts weren’t just big for women’s boxing; they were huge for boxing, period. Winning those tough fights against a top-tier opponent like Serrano just adds another layer to her legacy.

The Ultimate Game-Changer

Beyond all the belts and wins, Katie Taylor’s biggest impact is how she has changed the game for women’s boxing. Before her, female fighters often struggled for attention, decent pay, or even just a spot on a major card. Katie smashed through those barriers and women all over the world are now reaping these benefits.

She’s headlined massive events at places like Madison Square Gardens, earned big money, and created a level of global interest that was unheard of for women in the sport.

She’s not just inspiring other boxers; she’s showing young girls everywhere that they can dream big and achieve incredible things. She uses her platform to push for equality, which means her influence goes way beyond the ring.

The Bottom Line

When you compare Taylor to other boxing superstars, you have incredible boxers like Claressa Shields who have had amazing careers and strong arguments for being the GWOAT.

But when you look at Katie Taylor’s unbelievable amateur record, her undisputed titles in two different weight classes, and how she completely transformed women’s boxing, it’s hard to argue against her. She didn’t just climb to the top; she helped build the ladder for everyone else.

For all her grit, her incredible talent, and her massive impact, Katie Taylor really is the undisputed GWOAT of boxing.

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