Katie Taylor Defeats Amanda Serrano Again, Sweeps Trilogy
A Historic Night at Madison Square Garden
On July 11, 2025, Katie Taylor etched her name deeper into boxing history, defeating Amanda Serrano for the third time via majority decision to retain her undisputed super lightweight championship. The bout headlined an all-women’s card at Madison Square Garden, streamed globally on Netflix, and marked the culmination of one of the sport’s most celebrated trilogies.
The Trilogy Ends with Tactical Brilliance
Unlike their previous two wars, the third installment was a chess match. Taylor (25-1, 6 KOs) and Serrano (47-4-1, 31 KOs) combined for just 140 punches landed, a stark contrast to the 541 punches exchanged in their 2024 rematch. Serrano opted for a long-range strategy, abandoning her usual pressure style in favor of calculated jabs and movement. But Taylor, a master of distance and timing, capitalized with crisp counters and eye-catching combinations.
The judges scored the bout 97-93, 97-93, and 95-95, giving Taylor the edge and a clean sweep of the trilogy.
Taylor’s Final Round Surge Seals the Win
The fight’s tempo remained subdued until Round 10, when Taylor unleashed her best work of the night. She landed repeated right hands and left hooks, backing Serrano up and cementing her dominance in the final frame. That late surge proved decisive on the scorecards and showcased Taylor’s ability to rise when it matters most.
“We made history three times,” Taylor said post-fight. “It’s a privilege to share the ring with Amanda. We’re history-makers forever”.
Serrano’s Strategy Backfires
Serrano, a seven-division world champion, admitted she tried a different approach:
“I tried to keep my distance, tried not to go in there and fight with her because apparently it didn’t work the first two fights,” she said.
While the tactic reduced damage, it also limited her offensive output. Serrano landed fewer punches in the entire fight than she did in Round 10 of their rematch, a stat that underscores the strategic misfire.
No Fourth Fight, But a Legacy Cemented
Both fighters ruled out a fourth bout, closing the chapter on a rivalry that elevated women’s boxing to new heights. Their trilogy began in 2022 with the first women’s fight to headline MSG, and ended with a record-breaking card featuring 17 world titles on the line—the most ever for a single boxing event.
Final Thoughts: Taylor’s Greatness Confirmed
Katie Taylor didn’t just win a fight—she won a legacy. With three victories over one of the sport’s most decorated champions, she stands alone atop the super lightweight division. And while the trilogy may be over, its impact will echo for generations.
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