Claressa Shields and Amanda Serrano discuss Katie Taylor ahead of retirement bout

Claressa Shields has dismissed the need for a fight against Katie Taylor, characterizing the two athletes as the premier fighters of their era. Taylor is scheduled to compete in her final professional boxing match this weekend against Flora Pili at Croke Park in Dublin. The event is expected to draw a crowd of more than 80,000 spectators to see the two-weight undisputed world champion close out her career. Shields noted that weight class differences prevented a formal matchup between the pair, and she expressed respect for Taylor's accomplishments. Amanda Serrano also acknowledged Taylor's legacy, citing their history of competing together and stating that the retirement decision is appropriate after 17 years in the sport. Taylor enters the ring with a 25-1 professional record.