Katie Taylor knows her boxing career is on the line when she steps into the ring for a second time with Chantelle Cameron tonight at the 3Arena in Dublin – and with it something she has built through her own spectacular legacy.
The challenger has proudly spoken about bringing "big time boxing" back to Dublin after a lengthy absence due to security concerns.
In truth, it is only Taylor who has the drawing power to create such an event in the Republic.
At 37, the Bray woman’s best years could be in the past but her long-time goal of fighting a major show in Ireland was achieved, only for it to end in heartbreak.
Choosing a rising force in Cameron for a homecoming fight at a different weight spoke volumes about Taylor’s character and desire to create a reputation among the very best ever in the game.
Invoking a rematch so soon after the loss also tells of the mindset that has inspired the next generations.
But it leads to this night where it all could come crashing down or bring the very best moment of a seven-year professional career.
Fight week has had a considerable edge, at least for the home fighter.
Cameron has exuded supreme confidence. In the original fight the Northampton pugilist seemed unfazed by the hype behind the event and on the night itself took it in her stride.
There has been similar scenes this week, showing respect to the trailblazing career in the opposite corner, while also saying a third fight isn’t going to happen as the Irish public would not like a trio of defeats for their hero.
On the other end the lightweight champion has appeared ultra focused on the task.
Media commitments have been scaled back. Whatever answers were given to question had the same repeated line, speaking about counting the seconds until the first bell.
The grand occasion counts a lot less this time.
Speaking to DAZN on Friday Taylor said: "I am feeling great. It is great to get the weigh-in over with.
"I just cannot wait to step in and fight. All I have to do now is to perform. I am very hungry and very excited.
"I don’t think I have ever been this motivated for a fight to be honest. I can’t wait to step in there. I love my job. I love being involved in these big fights. I don’t mind being the underdog. I just can’t wait."
While ticketing demand was been slightly reduced compared to the original bout, the Point Depot will once again be sold out with considerable purses going to both fighters.
The undercard features Australian Skye Nicolson – a well-travelled fighter who will fight in a fifth country in her ninth professional fight.
A generation of female fighters have new doors opened – with Taylor’s impact unquestionable in these opportunities being given.
Her stance of "this is not the way I want to end" means the risks in taking the rematch are enormous.
Cameron looked the stronger and more comfortable boxer in the original bout, although both have cited health issues in that May clash.
She has promised a more comfortable win than the two-round majority decision than last time.
"I literally feel zero pressure. I mean, it’s all on Katie," she said.
"I’m back in Dublin, in Katie’s country, and as much as I’m defending my belts, for me it’s just another fight and one I’ve already won after the last time and I think I’ll win more convincingly this time.
"I'm just coming back here to make sure I get that win. I never go for a stoppage, if it’s there it’s there."
"I think she's a great fighter, a great champion, if I was in her shoes I would have wanted the rematch straight away so I think she's a true champion. She's seeking her revenge, but against the wrong opponent, the wrong woman."
Six months on from the night that was planned to be the historic homecoming of a legendary career comes the chance it may be about to end.
The repeat or revenge scenario brings huge risk but also the potential to add more glorious chapters for the woman who brought big boxing nights back to Ireland and wants them to remain.
Tonight we will find out if they are here to stay.
