Jake Paul’s promotion company, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), is being floated as the organization that could line up the final opponent for Irish boxing legend Katie Taylor as she prepares for her swan‑song fight at Croke Park in Dublin. MVP has already been involved in the two most recent contests of Taylor’s celebrated trilogy with Amanda Serrano, handling the logistics and promotion for those high‑profile bouts.
Taylor, an Olympic gold‑medalist and the only fighter in the sport’s history to hold undisputed titles in two weight divisions simultaneously, has hinted that she wants one more fight before she hangs up her gloves for good. The question of who will step into the ring with her for that last performance has become a hot topic among fans, promoters, and the media. MVP, which boasts the deepest talent pool in women’s boxing, appears to have a few viable candidates on its roster that could provide a worthy challenge for the retiring champion. One name that has emerged is Caroline Dubois, a rising star who was brought into the conversation by Nakisa Bidarian, the co‑founder of MVP and a former social‑media influencer who now works closely with Jake Paul.
Bidarian told Sky Sports that Dubois could be offered a "last dance" with Taylor, a match that would generate considerable interest given Dubois’s technical skill and growing fan base. Another potential contender is the winner of the upcoming lightweight bout between former WBA champion Holly Holm and challenger Stephanie Han.
Bidarian suggested that the victor of that fight could logically become Taylor’s final opponent. "I could see a scenario where the winner of Holly and Stephanie fights Katie Taylor in her last fight. That's also very logical to me," she explained. Holm, now 44, is a unique figure in combat sports, having achieved fame as a UFC champion after defeating Ronda Rousey, as well as maintaining a respectable career in professional boxing.
Stephanie Han, meanwhile, brings an inspiring personal narrative to the table. A mother and full‑time police officer, Han has become a fan favourite not only for her boxing ability but also for her perseverance and dedication outside the ring. Bidarian highlighted that, over the past twelve months, Han has earned more money than she ever imagined thanks to her involvement with MVP, underscoring how the promotion can elevate athletes’ profiles and earnings. "She’s a great story, a mother, and a full‑time police officer.
Her background and her story are phenomenal," Bidarian said. Bidarian also emphasized that any arrangement for Taylor’s farewell fight would need to respect her long‑standing relationship with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing, the promotional outfit that has guided Taylor’s career from the start. "In partnership with Matchroom absolutely.
I don’t want to ever overstep that relationship because they’ve worked together her entire career and I think to Katie’s credit she’s always been loyal to them, whether she’s in contract with them or not, and we want to respect that. It’s only bigger if we do it together," Bidarian told reporters.
She added that a joint meeting between herself and Hearn could produce a plan that satisfies all parties and maximises the spectacle for fans. Eddie Hearn, for his part, has ruled out the possibility of Taylor appearing on the undercard of a proposed Tyson Fury versus Anthony Joshua showdown, a fight that has also been floated as a potential event for Croke Park.
Hearn argued that a Fury‑Joshua bout would likely take place indoors and not in Dublin, making it an unsuitable platform for Taylor’s final appearance. "With all due respect, I don’t think it’s the place to do this [Fury‑AJ] fight, either.
Also, absolutely over my dead body is Katie Taylor going on an undercard at Croke Park," he said. Hearn confirmed that his team is ready to move forward with a standalone Taylor event, even if the exact opponent has not yet been confirmed.
"We’ll find out more on Friday. We’re ready to go and are up for doing it. Not necessarily with a finalised opponent, but in terms of the costs and the running of the show," he added. The prospect of a headline‑making fight at Croke Park is especially appealing because the stadium can hold tens of thousands of spectators, offering a grand stage befitting Taylor’s legacy.
The venue has already expressed enthusiasm for hosting the event, and the combination of a marquee Irish star, a high‑profile promoter like MVP, and a credible opponent could create a historic night for women’s boxing. In addition to the potential match‑ups, both MVP and Matchroom are reportedly exploring ways to enhance the fan experience, including streaming options that could make the fight accessible worldwide without traditional pay‑per‑view constraints.
This aligns with a broader trend in combat sports toward more flexible, contract‑free viewing models that cater to a global audience. Overall, the conversation around Katie Taylor’s final bout is shaping up to be a multi‑layered negotiation involving talent selection, promotional partnerships, venue logistics, and broadcast strategy.
Whether the opponent ends up being Caroline Dubois, the winner of Holm versus Han, or another qualified fighter from MVP’s roster, the key goal remains the same: to give Taylor a fitting, high‑profile send‑off that celebrates her extraordinary career and cements her status as one of the sport’s all‑time greats. The next few weeks will likely reveal the final decision, but the excitement surrounding the potential showdown at Croke Park continues to build among fans and insiders alike.