Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano Rematch Set for July 20th
Katie Taylor is gearing up for a highly anticipated rematch with Amanda Serrano on July 20th. This rematch will serve as the co-main event for the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight.
Previous Encounter and Venue
In their previous bout in May 2022, Taylor secured a split-decision victory over Serrano. The fight made history as the first women’s boxing match to headline Madison Square Garden. The upcoming rematch is scheduled to take place at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys.
Awards and Recognition
Their initial encounter was recognized with prestigious accolades, including Sports Illustrated’s Fight of the Year and The Ring’s Event of the Year for 2022.
Postponed Rematch and Recent Performances
The rematch between Taylor and Serrano was initially planned for May 2023 in Ireland but was delayed due to Serrano’s injury. Taylor’s most recent fight was a majority decision victory over Chantelle Cameron at the 3Arena, where she avenged her sole career defeat.
Serrano’s latest triumph came in the form of a unanimous decision win against Danila Ramos, her mandatory WBO challenger. This victory marked the first-ever women’s unified world championship fought over 12, three-minute rounds, mirroring men’s championship fights.
Upcoming Fight Details
The upcoming bout between Taylor and Serrano will be for Taylor’s Super Lightweight belts, with Serrano transitioning from featherweight. Fans can catch the action live on Netflix.
Excitement and Expectations
Expressing her enthusiasm for the rematch, Katie Taylor stated, “This is the rematch the world has wanted to see, and I’m delighted that it’s finally happening. The first fight in New York was an epic occasion, and I’m sure the rematch will be no different.”
Taylor extended her gratitude to Matchroom and DAZN for their support in organizing the fight. She looks forward to defending her titles as Undisputed World Champion in Dallas on July 20th.