The cross over fight we didn’t know was possible!
By FightRawCombat | November 12, 2025
It sounds insane. It sounds impossible. But it also sounds like the biggest combat sports event Ireland has ever seen.
Rumors are swirling that Katie Taylor, Ireland’s undisputed boxing queen, could face Ronda Rousey, the trailblazing MMA icon, in a crossover mega-fight — and the venue being whispered? Croke Park.
Yes, that’s right Irelands largest stadium Croke Park could host the mma champion vs boxing champion mega fight. The cathedral of Irish sport is a serious venue and has hosted the globes biggest superstars and sports events. The place Taylor has dreamed of fighting in for years. And now, with Rousey teasing a return and Taylor fresh off a trilogy win over Amanda Serrano, the stars might finally be aligning.
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🔥 Why This Fight Could Actually Happen
- Taylor is still active, still dominant, and still chasing legacy. She’s 25–1, a two-weight undisputed champion, and has fought her last two bouts on Netflix — opening the door for global crossover appeal.
- Rousey has unfinished business. After her UFC exit, she dabbled in WWE, but recent pad work videos and cryptic interviews suggest she’s training again — and not for scripted fights.
- Matchroom and Netflix are in play. With DAZN cooling off and Netflix ramping up sports content, a Taylor vs Rousey bout could be a streaming blockbuster.
- Croke Park is still Taylor’s dream. Despite setbacks and GAA red tape, she’s publicly said: “That would be the pinnacle of my career”.
🏟️ The Croke Park Factor
Let’s be real — the road to Croker has been rocky. Stadium director Peter McKenna recently said he “can’t see” Taylor fighting there in 2025 due to lack of contact with Matchroom. But that hasn’t stopped the speculation.
Taylor’s promoter Eddie Hearn has floated the idea multiple times, and with Netflix money and Rousey’s global pull, the economics might finally make sense.
Imagine it:
- 80,000 fans packed into the mega GAA stadium
- Taylor walking out to “Zombie”
- Rousey entering to Joan Jett
- Boxing gloves, MMA legacy, Irish pride on the line
It’s not just a fight. It’s a moment.
💥 What’s at Stake
- For Taylor: Cementing her legacy as Ireland’s greatest athlete — not just boxer.
- For Rousey: Redemption. A chance to prove she can hang with elite strikers and go out on her own terms.
- For Ireland: A global spotlight. A fight that would rival McGregor’s homecoming, with none of the chaos.
🧠 Final Thoughts
Is it confirmed? No. Is it likely? Maybe not. But is it possible? Absolutely. And in fight sports, possibility is all you need to start a fire.
Taylor vs Rousey at Croke Park would be the kind of event that transcends sport. It would be history. And if it happens, you can bet FightRawCombat will be watching — live, loud, and streaming every second.
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