McCann Reveals Taylor Inspiration Ahead Of Croke Park
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Former UFC flyweight Molly McCann credits Katie Taylor as a career-long influence as she prepares to make her professional boxing debut on the undercard at Croke Park this weekend.
McCann, who transitions to the ring after a mixed martial arts career that included four UFC wins, told ESPN that Taylor served as an early role model. "I wanted to be like her," she said, per the outlet's report.
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McCann's Boxing Debut At Croke Park
The Liverpool native fights on the same card that features Taylor's highly anticipated rematch with Chantelle Cameron. McCann has spoken openly about the impact of seeing an Irish fighter rise to prominence in combat sports during her formative years.
Taylor, a two-division undisputed world champion, headlines the May 31 event in Dublin. McCann's professional boxing bow comes after she left the UFC earlier this year following a three-fight losing streak that ended her run with the promotion.
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The card takes place Saturday at the 82,000-seat stadium in Ireland's capital.
Reported via:
- ESPN Boxing — McCann on Taylor inspo: Wanted to be like her
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