Katie Taylor settles all arguments and doubts in Serrano rivalry: As it happened
The final note of an epic trilogy
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The ringside POV after Katie Taylor's epic trilogy win against Amanda Serrano 🔥 #TaylorSerrano pic.twitter.com/3LJBpCtQy6— Netflix Sports (@netflixsports) July 12, 2025
Today 12:27 AM
Joy and despair
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KATIE TAYLOR DEFEATS AMANDA SERRANO VIA MAJORITY DECISION!!! #TaylorSerrano pic.twitter.com/byCRtBM3ql— Netflix Sports (@netflixsports) July 12, 2025
Today 12:26 AM
Final stats
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Final punch stats between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano 👀 #TaylorSerrano pic.twitter.com/iCsj4ODKF2— Netflix Sports (@netflixsports) July 12, 2025
Today 12:25 AM
Close rounds leave it up to the judges
Serrano echoes what she said after the second fight. She believes she won, but razor close rounds leave it up to the judges, and two judges gave it to the Bray native.
A historic trilogy from two legendary women, and Katie Taylor cemented her status as one of the best to do it, as Dont Stop Believing echoes around the Garden.
Today 12:20 AM
AND STILL!!!! KATIE TAYLOR BEATS AMANDA SERRANO BY MAJORITY DECISION IN MSG!
95-95, 97-93, 97-93. Katie Taylor at 39 has defended her belts for possibly the final time. What a fight, what win, and what a hero.
She boxed very smart, working in and out of range, and clearly made adjustments. Another historic victory for one of Ireland's greats.
Today 12:15 AM
A moment of respect between two warriors
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This hug between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano after their epic trilogy ❤️ #TaylorSerrano Nothing but respect 🤝 pic.twitter.com/nIbDMpoM9S— Netflix Sports (@netflixsports) July 12, 2025
Today 12:14 AM
Katie Taylor v Amanda Serrano - Final Round
IT. IS. OVER!
Taylor's lead hook lands on the cut brilliantly again and she has done enough to take the final round it seems. What a fight again, the judges will decide it again, but another epic chapter in this rivalry.
Less frantic, more technical. Not as eye-catching but very impressive. It's nearly time for a decision in MSG...
Today 12:10 AM
Katie Taylor v Amanda Serrano - Round Nine
We are all set for the 30th and final round in this epic trilogy!
It's too close to call, both corners believe they are leading, we have been here before.
All on the line, round 30. HERE.WE.GO
Today 12:08 AM
Katie Taylor v Amanda Serrano - Round Eight
Taylor's eye is starting to redden as another close round goes by. Her corner asks her to use that lead hook, one of her biggest weapons.
Two rounds to go!
Today 12:05 AM
Katie Taylor v Amanda Serrano - Round seven
These rounds are razor close as they always have been but Katie looks brilliant in there. Both fighters know everything about each other now.
The unofficial scorecard gives that one to Taylor, but with Serrano narrowly ahead 67-66...
It's all about will and heart for six more minutes in this epic trilogy!
Today 12:03 AM
Here we go again
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Heads clashed between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano. #TaylorSerrano pic.twitter.com/eHneCNyrbK— Netflix Sports (@netflixsports) July 12, 2025
Today 12:02 AM
Katie Taylor v Amanda Serrano - Round Six
The Puerto Rican is looking to close the distance constantly, but Katie is a world class counter puncher and she is showing it here.
Serrano's left eye area is very red and Taylor will look to target it as we head into the championship rounds.
Today 12:00 AM
Watch - an electric exchange at the end of round three
Yesterday 11:58 PM
Katie Taylor Amanda Serrano - Round five
Just like the other two fights, the Irishwoman is growing into this fight. Her corner keeps saying to go to the body and she is listening.
We are halfway and I am have made the mistake of judging before.
Yesterday 10:25 PM
Contention in the judges' scoring
Savannah Marshall after her defeat against Shadasia Green:"I'm taking nothing away from Shadasia, she was absolutely unbelievable tonight. I have never been hit like that before, ever.
"Even with the point off, you have given me two rounds. I have come over here, I have given you all three judges - how is that fair? I am not saying I won but even with the point off you have given me two rounds. All I wanted was a fair fight."
Hear from Amanda Serrano, just minutes before the trilogy begins
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Amanda Serrano says she has a special walkout planned for her fight against Katie Taylor 👀 #TaylorSerrano pic.twitter.com/gbBhBupPGM— Netflix Sports (@netflixsports) July 12, 2025
Yesterday 10:12 PM
The co-main event is up
The WBC, WBO, IBF and WBA super-featherweight titles will be on the line as Alycia Baumgardner takes on Jennifer Miranda.
Catch you on the flip side in just over 45 minutes, for Taylor Serrano III.
Yesterday 10:10 PM
An emotional Shadasia Green after her world title victory
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All the emotions from Shadasia Green after her win against Savannah Marshall 🥺❤️ #TaylorSerrano pic.twitter.com/Uupgrz1LpX— Netflix Sports (@netflixsports) July 12, 2025
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Yesterday 10:05 PM
A familiar face
Chantelle Cameron got the victory earlier tonight, setting her up as the next challenger for tonight's main event, should either Taylor or Serrano continue after tonight.
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📝 99-91, 98-92, 99-91 #TaylorSerrano Chantelle Cameron defeats Jessica Camara via unanimous decision. 🇬🇧👏Cameron retains the interim WBC super-lightweight title. 🏆 pic.twitter.com/f8c6sdP5LC— Boxing Orbit (@boxing_orbit) July 11, 2025
Yesterday 09:58 PM
Taylor looking to silence team Serrano for once and for all
Colm Keys: Katie Taylor must score a convincing victory to silence Amanda Serrano camp and secure trilogy sweep
Katie Taylor faces two giant adversaries in the early hours of tomorrow morning in Madison Square Garden – Amanda Serrano and perception.
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