Katie Taylor has once again cemented her legacy, emerging victorious in the highly anticipated trilogy bout against Amanda Serrano. Facing off for the third time inside the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York City, Taylor successfully defended her undisputed super lightweight championship, securing a majority decision win on Friday night.
The fight, streamed globally on Netflix, delivered a tactical battle rather than an all-out war, contrasting somewhat with the intensity of their previous encounters. Both fighters demonstrated high-level skill and caution, leading to a contest where individual rounds were often razor-thin and decided by subtle moments. This more measured pace appeared to favor Taylor, allowing her to navigate Serrano`s power and land scoring shots effectively.
After ten rounds of tense action, the outcome rested with the judges. The scorecards reflected the closely contested nature of the bout, yet ultimately landed in favor of the Irish champion. Two judges scored the fight 97-93 for Taylor, while the third judge saw it as a 95-95 draw, resulting in a majority decision victory for Taylor.
As is often the case with close, high-stakes fights, the decision immediately ignited debate. Reactions from professional fighters across both boxing and mixed martial arts watching the event live on Netflix ranged from acknowledging Taylor`s skill to outright disagreement with the official result. Some prominent voices quickly took to social media, with reactions dramatically claiming that Amanda Serrano had been “robbed” live on the global streaming platform. While the scorecards favored Taylor, the dissenting voices highlight the subjective nature of judging and the passionate opinions surrounding such a significant contest.
With this victory, Katie Taylor extends her perfect record against Amanda Serrano to 3-0 in their historic series. Following the fight, Taylor remained non-committal regarding her future plans, leaving the possibility of retirement open. Regardless of what comes next, her third win over Serrano solidifies her status as one of boxing`s all-time greats, even as the manner of this latest victory continues to be a hot topic of discussion within the combat sports community.
