Paddy Maguire Reflects on Boxing at Croke Park Since Ali's Era
Paddy Maguire, who fought at Croke Park in 1972, reminisces about his match against Guy Caudron, which took place after Muhammad Ali's bout with Al 'Blue' Lewis. This event marked a significant moment in Irish sports history, as it was the first boxing match at the venue since Ali's appearance.
On July 19, 1972, Ali defeated Lewis in the 11th round, while Maguire, boxing last that evening, secured a points victory. Maguire expressed surprise at the long gap before boxing returned to Croke Park, especially given the venue's rich sporting legacy.
As Katie Taylor prepares to headline at Croke Park, Maguire reflects on his boxing journey and the importance of this event for the sport. He hopes that the return of boxing to the iconic venue will not take another 50 years.
