Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano are set to meet for the third and final time in what is shaping up to be the most significant fight in the history of women’s professional boxing. This is more than just a high-stakes match—it’s a cultural milestone, a legacy-defining moment, and a statement about the future of the sport.
What Happened in Their Previous Fights
First Fight – April 30, 2022 (Madison Square Garden):
Taylor won via split decision in a historic bout that was the first-ever all-female main event at MSG. She retained her undisputed lightweight titles (WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO), and the match was named Fight of the Year by multiple outlets.
Second Fight – November 15, 2024 (AT&T Stadium, Texas):
Taylor won again, this time by unanimous decision (95–94 on all three cards). Serrano initially claimed foul play but later retracted and credited Taylor for the victory.
Now, the trilogy concludes where it all began—Madison Square Garden—and both fighters have something major on the line.
Meet the Fighters
Katie Taylor
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Country: Ireland
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Age: 39
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Stance: Orthodox
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Style: Fast, aggressive, exceptional footwork, known for her precision and movement.
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Career Highlights: Olympic gold medalist (London 2012), former undisputed champion at lightweight and super-lightweight.
Amanda Serrano
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Country: Puerto Rico / USA
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Age: 36
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Stance: Southpaw
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Style: Explosive, powerful (31 KOs in 47 wins), highly experienced, pressure fighter.
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Career Highlights: World champion in seven different weight divisions, a record in women’s boxing.
Why This Fight Is So Important
This is more than just a rubber match—it’s a historic, legacy-defining showdown:
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It marks the first all-female boxing event at Madison Square Garden.
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Both fighters are at the peak of their careers, and the trilogy result could define who is the greatest female boxer of this generation.
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It brings equal pay, visibility, and prestige to women’s boxing—something long overdue.
Purse and Financial Impact
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For this trilogy fight, both Taylor and Serrano are expected to earn around $9 million each, totaling a historic $18 million purse.
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These numbers rival top-tier men’s boxing events and reflect the global appeal of this fight.
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Additional revenue comes from sold-out VIP experiences, streaming rights, and Netflix’s unprecedented reach.
When and Where
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Date: Friday, July 11, 2025
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Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York City
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Streaming: Live worldwide on Netflix (no additional cost for subscribers)
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Start Time:
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Main Card: 7:00 PM ET
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Main Event Ring Walk: ~9:40 PM ET
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UK/Europe: ~3:40 AM BST / 4:40 AM EEST (Saturday morning)
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What Comes Next
This fight may change the trajectory of women’s boxing:
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More high-profile events with female headliners
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Increased sponsorships and purses for women fighters
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New stars emerging, such as Chantelle Cameron and Savannah Marshall, getting global spotlight
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A clearer path to equal recognition for female athletes in combat sports
Regardless of the outcome, Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano III is already one of the biggest boxing events of the decade.
