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Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 3: Most Valuable Promotions and Netflix Set On-Air Broadcast Team (EXCLUSIVE)
The on-air team is set for the highly-anticipated rematch between boxing greats Katie Taylor and Amanda 'The Real Deal' Serrano. Variety has learned exclusively that Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix have assembled an all-star team for the fight, which will stream live July 11 beginning at 5 pm ET on Most Valuable Promotions' YouTube channel and Netflix's from Madison Square Garden, with the main card streaming live on Netflix beginning at 8 pm ET. Advertisement More from Variety On fight night, broadcaster and host Kate Scott will anchor the broadcast desk along with former world champion Andre Ward as co-host and analyst, and boxing legend Laila Ali as analyst. Veteran commentator Sean Grande will call the blow-by-blow ringside, joined by former undisputed world champion Seniesa Estrada and Ali for in-fight analysis. Ariel Helwani and Sibley Scoles will provide ringside interviews and reporting. Kody 'Big Mo' Mommaerts will serve as the in-ring announcer, while Sean Wheelock will provide rules/scoring analysis. Netflix and MVP are also hosting a number of events in the week leading up to the fight. All fight week events will be free and open to the public on a first come, first served basis. First, on July 8, Taylor vs. Serrano Open Workouts will begin at 5 pm ET at The Oculus World Trade Center, streaming exclusively on MVP's YouTube Channel and Netflix YouTube Channel. The open workouts will be hosted by Sibley Scoles. On July 9 at 6 pm ET, Helwani will host the Taylor vs. Serrano 3 final press conference at The Theater at Madison Square Garden, streaming live on Most Valuable Promotions' YouTube Channel and Netflix's YouTube Channel. Advertisement Finally, on July 10 at 6 pm ET, public weigh-ins will be broadcast live on Netflix from The Theater at Madison Square Garden hosted by Helwani, with on-stage reporting from Scoles. The Netflix broadcast of the weigh in will feature host and analyst Ward and analyst Estrada as well as Ali, who will provide commentary and appear on-stage alongside Scoles and Helwani. The Taylor vs. Serrano 3 live Netflix broadcast and fight week events are produced by EverWonder Studio. 'Taylor vs. Serrano 3 is not just a historic fight, it's a cultural moment, and we're proud to present it with a broadcast team that reflects the scale and significance of this event,' said Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, co-founders of MVP. 'From boxing legends and world champions to groundbreaking voices in media, this lineup brings unmatched expertise, personality, and perspective to one of the biggest nights in the sport. Together with Netflix, we're setting a new global standard for how boxing is presented.' Taylor (24-1, 6 KOs) and Serrano (47-3-1, 31 KOs) have met for two universally praised bouts prior to the upcoming matchup on July 11. They first met in the ring in 2022, also at Madison Square Garden, with Taylor winning by split decision. The two then faced off on the main card of Netflix's Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight card in November 2024, with Taylor winning a controversial unanimous decision. Per Netflix, the fight averaged an estimated 74 million live viewers globally and became the most-watched professional women's sports event in US history with 47 million estimated average minute audience in the US. Advertisement Best of Variety Sign up for Variety's Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Forbes
17-04-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Jake Paul's Rumored Next Opponent Would Be The Perfect Choice
New York , United States - 9 April 2025; Jake Paul during the kick-off press conference for Taylor v ... More Serrano 3 at The Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York, USA. (Photo By Tom Horak/Sportsfile via Getty Images) Jake Paul's proposed fight with Canelo Alvarez fell apart, so we've been waiting to hear who the Problem Child would fight next. According to multiple reports, Paul is closing in on an agreement to fight former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Nothing is official, and as we've seen in the past, things can change. If Chavez Jr. is the next opponent, it's a perfect fit for Paul at this stage of his career. I actually named him as a realistic next opponent after Paul fought Mike Tyson in 2024. Critics won't like it, and they will all slam it as a trash fight. But somehow, the fight will still do huge numbers even though everyone you talk to will say they're not interested. Go figure. GUADALAJARA, MEXICO - JUNE 19: Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. gestures during a fight against Anderson ... More "Spider" Silva as part of the Tribute to the Kings at Jalisco Stadium on June 19, 2021 in Guadalajara, Mexico. (Photo by) There is no question Chavez Jr. is far past his prime. He could be eyeing this opportunity as a chance to cash in on a massive payday that logically should be out of his reach at this stage of his life. That's fine, because if Paul fights him, the YouTuber-turned-boxing needle-mover gets a nearly ideal situation for himself too. At 39, Chavez is still a good amount older and likely slower than Paul. More than a decade ago, when he probably should have been in his prime, Chavez Jr. struggled to remain focused and disciplined as a fighter. While he did win a world title, many believe he failed to live up to the lofty expectations that come with being the son of a legend like his father, Julio Cesar Chavez Sr. In Chavez Jr's last fight, he defeated former UFC middleweight, Uriah Hall by unanimous decision in July 2024. At least he's been active recently. As it is, how much of a threat do we expect Chavez Jr. to pose to Paul in 2025? Not much, but likely more than a 58-year-old Mike Tyson. At least, it would seem that way. Paul's celebrity and his world-class promotion skills have caused many to want him to accelerate his ascension into tough professional fights. In actuality, he's still very new to the sport. DALLAS, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 12: Jake Paul attends the open workout for LIVE on Netflix: Jake Paul vs. ... More Mike Tyson at the Toyota Music Factory on November 12, 2024 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo byfor Netflix © 2024) At 28, Paul had no amateur career, and he's had just 12 pro fights. Most of those fights have come against athletes from other sports. While a good number of them have been combat sports athletes, if we've learned anything over the past 20 years, we should know all fighting is not the same. Paul's only fight against a known active boxer resulted in his only pro loss—a split-decision setback against Tommy Fury in February 2023. The two men have gone back and forth about a rematch, with Paul offering Fury, the younger brother of the legendary Tyson Fury, $4 million to run it back. With that fight not coming to fruition, Paul needs to pivot. Color this as a prediction rather than news, but I expect him to fight Chavez Jr. next. I also expect Paul to win that fight by unanimous decision—if nothing else, Chavez Jr. has always had a chin. At that point, I expect Paul will again launch an all-out verbal assault on some of the biggest names in the fight game as he hunts for an opponent who can hopefully carry some portion of the promotional weight.
Forbes
17-04-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Claressa Shields And Amanda Serrano's War of Words Is Good For Boxing
Amanda Serrano-Claressa Shields Claressa Shields and Amanda Serrano aren't just two of the greatest women's boxers in the world today, they are among the best of all time. Over the past few years, the women have rarely spoken directly to one another on social media, but there have been a few references that fight fans could take as under-the-radar jabs from both sides. Apparently, Serrano and Shields had time on Wednesday, April 16. Whether you enjoy seeing them bicker or not, there's no question their beef is good for women's boxing. Here's how the latest potentially foundational building block to an enormous event unfolded. NEW YORK, USA - APRIL 09: Amanda Serrano speaks during the kick-off press conference for Taylor vs ... More Serrano 3 at The Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York, U.S., April 9, 2025. (Photo by Mostafa Bassim/Anadolu via Getty Images) Serrano took to social media to address Shields directly. New York , United States - 9 April 2025; Jake Paul during the kick-off press conference for Taylor v ... More Serrano 3 at The Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York, USA. (Photo By Tom Horak/Sportsfile via Getty Images) Jake Paul, Serrano's promoter who recently signed Alycia Baumgardner (another of Shields' rivals) to a promotional deal, chimed in with the instigative repost and quote. FLINT, MICHIGAN - FEBRUARY 02: Claressa Shields arrives for her undisputed heavyweight title bout ... More against Danielle Perkins on February 02, 2025 at Dort Financial Center in Flint, Michigan. (Photo by) It took Shields just over an hour to reply, and she added a bit of emphasis on her response. Mark Taffet, agent to Claressa Shields at the Motorpoint Arena Cardiff. Picture date: Saturday ... More February 5, 2022. (Photo by Nick Potts/PA Images via Getty Images) As others chimed in to make their opinions known, Shields' manager Mark Taffet took to social media to defend his client. 'Ain't nothing in this world wrong with being second best to a once in a lifetime Claressa Shields.' NEW YORK, USA - APRIL 09: Amanda Serrano speaks during the kick-off press conference for Taylor vs ... More Serrano 3 at The Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York, U.S., April 9, 2025. (Photo by Mostafa Bassim/Anadolu via Getty Images) Serrano had been ignoring the chatter after the initial response, but likely out of respect for Taffet, she did follow up with another post. I'd spoken with Shields' promoter Dmitry Salita on Tuesday and again on Wednesday after the dust began to kick up. Salita talked about his recent signing of multiple-division world champion Franchon Crews-Dezurn. He offered some clarity for the cold war turned hot between Shields and Serrano. As many may expect, this is about respect and recognition in a space where few women have been respected and recognized. RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - DECEMBER 21: Dmitry Salita, American boxing promoter and former professional ... More boxer during a press conference for the Day of Reckoning at the Press Arena, Kingdom Arena on December 21, 2023 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by) "Shields has been a trailblazer for women's boxing, opening the door for greater opportunities, visibility, and respect in the sport," Salita said to me via text. 'Her achievements have helped create a platform for other talented fighters like Amanda Serrano, Alycia Baumgardner, and many others to thrive on a global stage. Her impact continues to elevate women's boxing and inspire the next generation.' Shields has been fighting and clawing for every ounce of respect since she turned pro after a stellar run as one of the greatest American Olympians of the century. Because she was the first of her generation to take a major step in pay and recognition, she is seemingly always trying to ensure that respect remains on her name. Don't let Serrano's humble words fool you. Her actions suggest she is just as consumed with recognition, compensation, and respect as Shields—it just comes through differently. And what about Taylor? She's set to clash with Serrano for a third time on July 11 at Madison Square Garden on Netflix. DUBLIN, IRELAND - NOVEMBER 25: Katie Taylor in dressing room after her victory over Chantelle ... More Cameron and all her belts at The 3Arena Dublin on November 25, 2023 in Dublin, Ireland. (Photo by) I mean, she has only lost once in her career—a majority decision defeat to Chantelle Cameron. However, she avenged that loss in a rematch six months later. Taylor has not only beaten Amanda Serrano, she's also defeated her sister Cindy, Natasha Jonas, Delfine Persoon (twice), and Jessica McCaskill in her career. She's like Tim Duncan. Why does she consistently get left out of the GWOAT conversation? 'The opportunities that exist today for fighters like Amanda Serrano, Alycia Baumgardner, and others are built on the foundation Claressa helped lay,' Salita continued. 'It's important not to diminish that truth with false narratives—because these are not opinions, they are facts.' As it is, Shields is the GWOAT. She's never lost. She's won titles at every weight class, and truth be told, she is the fighter who deserves the same opportunities that Serrano and Taylor have received. It's unclear what has prevented her from receiving them up to now, but I think this could all be leading to something huge. "It's great for the sport of boxing that a celebrity like Jake Paul recognizes the value in what Claressa Shields has built and sees a business opportunity in women's boxing," Salita said. "That kind of visibility can help grow the sport. But let's also be clear about the facts—Claressa paved the way." Anyone smell a story here? I do. I spoke to Salita about the possibilities of Shields and Crews-Dezurn participating in what would be the biggest night in the history of women's boxing. Imagine a card with Serrano, Shields, Taylor, Baumgardner, Crews-Dezurn, Shadasia Green, Savannah Marshall, Mikaela Mayer, Cris Cyborg, new-MVP-fighters Dina Thorslund, Ramla Ali, Naomy Valle, and Nat 'No Love' Dove on the card. That may sound a bit ambitious. It is, but it is definitely not out of the realm of possibility. Quite honestly, Mayer is probably the toughest get because she's with Top Rank. That's a card that, if placed on the right weekend, would take over the combat sports weekend. This beef between Shields and Serrano could lay the groundwork for an event like that; and while lucrative for Shields and Serrano, it would also be arguably the best seed the two all-time greats could plant for the sport once they've hung up the gloves.
