Jake Paul’s promotion company, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), is being touted as a possible source for the opponent who will face Irish boxing legend Katie Taylor in what is expected to be her final professional fight, set to take place at Dublin’s iconic Croke Park stadium. MVP has already been involved in the two most recent fights of Taylor’s celebrated trilogy with former world champion Amanda Serrano, handling the logistics and promotion for those high‑profile contests. The organization has built a reputation for assembling top‑tier talent in women’s boxing, and its roster now includes several fighters who could plausibly provide a fitting challenge for Taylor’s swansong. Taylor, an Olympic gold‑medalist and the only boxer in history to hold undisputed titles in two weight divisions simultaneously, has hinted that she intends to step back into the ring one more time before hanging up her gloves for good.
While she has not yet confirmed a specific opponent, sources close to MVP suggest that the promotion is actively scouting candidates who can match Taylor’s skill, experience, and market appeal. One name that has surfaced is British prospect Caroline Dubois.
Dubois, who co‑founded MVP alongside social‑media star Jake Paul, has reportedly offered her services for a "last dance" with Taylor. Dubois is a rising talent with an impressive amateur pedigree and a growing professional résumé, making her a logical choice for a high‑stakes farewell bout. Another potential contender is the winner of the upcoming lightweight title clash between former UFC champion Holly Holm and seasoned boxer Stephanie Han.
In an interview with Sky Sports, Nakisa Bidarian, MVP co‑founder, explained that the victor of that fight could be an ideal opponent for Taylor. "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," Bidarian said. Holm, now 44, is best known for her historic knockout of Ronda Rousey in the UFC, but she has also transitioned successfully into professional boxing, capturing a WBA lightweight title.
Her experience at the highest levels of combat sport, combined with her name recognition, would bring additional global attention to a Taylor farewell event. Stephanie Han, meanwhile, offers a compelling personal narrative. A mother and full‑time police officer, Han has become a fan favourite for her perseverance and work ethic.
Bidarian highlighted Han’s story, noting that "over the past 12 months she's made more money than she ever thought possible being part of MVP but her background and her story is phenomenal." Such a narrative could resonate strongly with Irish audiences, who value authenticity and grit. Bidarian also emphasized the importance of collaboration with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing, the promotional outfit that has managed Taylor’s career for years. He stressed that any Croke Park event would be organized in partnership with Matchroom to respect the long‑standing relationship between Taylor and Hearn.
"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 said.
He added, "If Eddie and I sat down together and came up with a plan for that Croke Park fight, we want to do it together." This collaborative stance suggests that the final fight could be a joint venture, blending MVP’s roster depth with Matchroom’s promotional muscle and Taylor’s brand. Eddie Hearn, however, has dismissed the notion of Taylor appearing on the undercard of the much‑rumoured heavyweight showdown between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, a fight that has also been floated as a potential Croke Park headline.
Hearn clarified that even if a Fury‑Joshua clash were scheduled for November, it would not be held outdoors in Dublin, and he wants to keep Taylor’s farewell separate from that event. "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 told the Press Association. Hearn confirmed that negotiations are ongoing and that the promoters are prepared to move forward with the Croke Park show, even if an opponent has not yet been finalized.
"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.
Croke Park want to do it, but when they said: 'Fury v AJ would give Katie the opportunity to fight there', I [thought don't] get the blood boiling," Hearn added. The prospect of a Taylor farewell at Croke Park carries significant cultural weight. The stadium, primarily known for Gaelic games, has become a symbol of Irish sporting pride.
Hosting a boxing event of this magnitude would be a historic moment, potentially drawing a sell‑out crowd and massive television viewership. Beyond the logistical and promotional considerations, there is a narrative arc that fans and media alike are eager to see concluded. Taylor’s career has been defined by her relentless work ethic, technical mastery, and trailblazing status as a female boxer.
A final bout against a worthy opponent—whether it be Dubois, Holm, Han, or another top contender—offers an opportunity to celebrate her legacy while providing a dramatic climax to an illustrious career. In summary, MVP’s involvement, the potential opponents, and the collaborative approach with Matchroom Boxing set the stage for what could become one of the most memorable events in women’s boxing history.
As negotiations progress and the calendar firm up, the boxing world will be watching closely to see who ultimately steps into the ring with Katie Taylor for her ultimate farewell at Croke Park.