Jul 12, 2025 | NEWS, Sports Matters
Katie Taylor cemented her legacy by securing a clean sweep over Amanda Serrano in their highly anticipated trilogy bout at Madison Square Garden. In a historic all-female card at the iconic New York venue, the Bray native won by majority decision—95-95, 97-93, 97-93—retaining her undisputed WBC, WBA, IBF, and WBO super lightweight titles.
Unlike their previous explosive clashes, this third meeting was a more tactical affair, with both boxers opting for distance over aggression. Taylor controlled the center and used smart counter-punching to edge out tight rounds, particularly rallying in the closing stages after sustaining a mark under her eye.
The fight followed two previous victories for Taylor, by split and unanimous decision in April 2022 and November 2023. Post-fight, Taylor thanked her fans and country for their support but was non-committal about future bouts, stating she wouldn’t face Serrano again due to the Puerto Rican’s power. Serrano, reflecting on the loss, acknowledged her tactical shift “wasn’t enough.” The trilogy has now etched both women into boxing history as trailblazers of the sport.
Jun 3, 2025 | NEWS, Sports Matters
Ringmahon Rangers, a humble Cork amateur soccer club, is about to celebrate an unforgettable moment in its history
Their former goalkeeper, CaoimhÃn Kelleher, is on the verge of a big-money move from Liverpool to Brentford, a transfer set to bring an astonishing €3 million to the club that nurtured him
This comes from a clever 20% sell-on clause Ringmahon secured when Kelleher first joined Liverpool back in 2015.
Kelleher’s move is expected to be worth €16 million initially, potentially rising to over €21 million with add-ons—meaning Ringmahon could receive the biggest ever sell-on payment for any Irish club
This beats the €2 million Shamrock Rovers earned from Gavin Bazunu’s transfer.
The 26-year-old played a vital role for Liverpool last season, stepping up admirably when first-choice keeper Alisson was injured. Now, with Brentford preparing for the departure of their current keeper, Kelleher is ready for the next chapter in West London.
Ringmahon’s story is a beacon of hope and joy for grassroots football. It’s a triumph of dreams, talent, and smart planning—a fairy tale moment for a local club that dared to believe!
May 28, 2025 | Sports Matters
Ticket prices for the 2025 Munster Senior Hurling Championship final between Limerick and Cork at the TUS Gaelic Grounds have risen again, sparking debate among fans.
Stand tickets are priced at €50, with terrace tickets at €40—each a €5 increase on last year’s final between Limerick and Clare. It marks the second consecutive year of price hikes, reflecting a broader trend in Munster GAA ticketing.
Under-16s will still gain access for €10, and concessions for students and OAPs remain at €5 off the full price. Due to anticipated high demand, Munster GAA announced that tickets will not be available for general sale and will instead be distributed through the competing county boards.
This year’s clash is a major draw, with Limerick aiming for a seventh straight Munster title, facing a resurgent Cork side that denied them a fifth consecutive All-Ireland in 2024.
In contrast, Leinster GAA is pushing accessibility. For the 8 June double-header in Croke Park—including the Kilkenny-Galway Leinster final and Kildare-Laois Joe McDonagh final—20,000 free tickets are available to U14 groups.
Adult prices there remain at €40 for the stand and €30 for Hill 16. The contrasting approaches highlight diverging philosophies in ticketing across the provinces.
