Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE: Result as Taylor suffers first ever defeat

Re-live updates from the undisputed-title fight in Dublin

"Very Special" - Katie Taylor on homecoming bout against “worst nightmare” Cameron

Katie Taylor suffered the first loss of her professional career on Saturday, as she was beaten on points by Chantelle Cameron in Dublin.

Taylor entered the 3Arena unbeaten and as the undisputed lightweight champion, while her British opponent was also undefeated and put the undisputed super-lightweight titles on the line. In what was, remarkably, Taylor’s first pro fight in her native Ireland, the Olympic champion lost a majority decision to Cameron, who emerged victorious 96-94, 96-94, 95-95 on the judges’ scorecards.

The bout was contested at an intense pace, with Cameron, 32, fighting on the front foot and applying heavy pressure throughout. Taylor’s every punch was greeted with a roar in Dublin, but the 36-year-old seemed to lose the contest in the middle rounds, as Cameron landed the harder shots and with greater frequency. Taylor, cheered on by UFC star and compatriot Conor McGregor from ringside, landed several eye-catching flurries in the final frames, but her quick, straight punches did not appear to faze Cameron. In contrast, Taylor seemed to be worn down somewhat by her opponent’s frequent body shots.

Taylor expressed her desire for a rematch as the fighters spoke in the ring after the main event, before her promoter Eddie Hearn reiterated that a rematch clause would allow a second clash between the women. He added that it would likely take place in Dublin in autumn.

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Katie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron LIVE

• Katie Taylor loses for first time in her pro career
• Irishwoman is outpointed by Cameron in Dublin
• Cameron remains unbeaten, retains undisputed super-lightweight belts
• Taylor eyes rematch; promoter Eddie Hearn targets autumn date

[21 May 2023 05:45 · Alex Pattle]

Devin Haney vs Vasiliy Lomachenko LIVE

Boos from the crowd.

[21 May 2023 05:44 · Alex Pattle]

Devin Haney vs Vasiliy Lomachenko LIVE

Devin Haney def. Vasilliy Lomachenko via unanimous decision (116-112, 115-113, 115-113).

Haney is ecstatic; Lomachenko looks devastated.

[21 May 2023 05:39 · Alex Pattle]

Devin Haney vs Vasiliy Lomachenko LIVE

Round 12

Final round! This could be anyone’s fight.

Loma marches forward. Cross to the body.

Hard body shot by Haney. A flurry of shots from Loma.

We’ll go to the judges’ scorecards. Who knows how this one will go down???

[21 May 2023 05:35 · Alex Pattle]

Devin Haney vs Vasiliy Lomachenko LIVE

Round 11

Haney looks a bit concerned in his corner. He’s warned by the referee for punches to the back of Loma’s head in the clinch.

Loma with a nice combination in the corner! He steps in with a one-two shortly thereafter.

Loma snaps back the head of Haney! He’s starting to build some real momentum here!

He’s right in Haney’s face and landing at will. Loma is the older, smaller fighter, but he’s bullying Haney.

Loma with a left hook to the body then a right hand up top!

[21 May 2023 05:31 · Alex Pattle]

Devin Haney vs Vasiliy Lomachenko LIVE

Round 10

These final few rounds could be decisive.

Haney looks to be bleeding from the mouth. OH! Now Loma hurts him with a rapid left!

That’s perhaps the standout moment of the fight so far!

Loma blocks a one-two and comes back with a jab. A cross gets through for him.

Haney with a right hook to the body.

[21 May 2023 05:27 · Alex Pattle]

Devin Haney vs Vasiliy Lomachenko LIVE

Round 9

This fight is flying by.

Wicked counter shot by Haney as he’s backed up to the ropes! Loma with a vicious cross, though!

More body shots from Haney, just as he was starting to look tired.

[21 May 2023 05:23 · Alex Pattle]

Devin Haney vs Vasiliy Lomachenko LIVE

Round 8

Lomachenko hits the canvas, but it’s only the result of a slip.

Haney steps in with jabs then slings a right hook into the ribs of Loma.

Clean jab by Loma. A cross is on point for Loma, who blocks a hook thereafter.

One-two by Haney late in the round.

[21 May 2023 05:19 · Alex Pattle]

Devin Haney vs Vasiliy Lomachenko LIVE

Round 7

Loma with a great left hand! He backs up Haney.

Haney retaliates with yet another right hook to the body. Now he goes up top with it.

Loma tries to keep the pace high with short shots, but he’s tagged hard by a left hook when he’s expecting a jab!

[21 May 2023 05:15 · Alex Pattle]

Devin Haney vs Vasiliy Lomachenko LIVE

Round 6

Haney catches Loma with a left hook to the body as the Ukrainian looks to step out of the pocket.

Lots of activity upstairs from Loma. Both men land solid shots in an intense spell.

Haney is still finding success with that right hook to the body.

Left uppercut to the head by Haney! Great shot. Piercing jab now.

They may be even through six rounds.

[21 May 2023 05:11 · Alex Pattle]

Devin Haney vs Vasiliy Lomachenko LIVE

Round 5

These rounds are very close. Max Kellerman has Haney up by three rounds to one; Indy Sport has it the other way.

Lots of forward pressure by Lomachenko, who lands a series of left crosses.

The jab is also scoring for the Ukrainian right now. Both men target the body in close.

Haney with a good, short right hook to the head. He ends the round strong.

Another tricky one to score.