Katie Taylor defeats Amanda Serrano for the third time at Madison Square Garden

In New York City, Katie Taylor faced Amanda Serrano in their highly anticipated trilogy fight on July 11, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. This bout marked the culmination of a fierce rivalry between the two fighters, both of whom have made significant contributions to women’s boxing. Leading up to this fight, Taylor held multiple titles, including the WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, IBO, and The Ring female light-welterweight titles, while Serrano, known for her prowess across seven divisions, sought to claim them. The fight followed their previous encounters, with Taylor winning the second match by unanimous decision. Given their history, the lead-up to this all-women’s event garnered considerable attention, particularly after Taylor vs Serrano 2 became the most-watched women’s sporting event in U.S. history. The fight aired exclusively on Netflix, underscoring a shift in how sporting events can reach audiences outside traditional platforms. On fight night, the main card started at 1 am BST on July 12, and Taylor and Serrano were expected to make their ring walks around 4 am BST. Their engagement in the ring reflected high stakes, leading to an intense atmosphere as fans anticipated the outcome of the bout. After ten rounds filled with tactical exchanges, the judges declared Taylor the winner by majority decision, with two judges scoring it 97-93 in her favor and the third scoring it a draw at 95-95. After the fight, Taylor expressed her respect for Serrano and ruled out another meeting, indicating she did not want to face Serrano again due to the difficulty of their encounters. Ellie Scotney also made headlines that night by defeating Yamileth Mercado, ending Mercado’s six-year reign as the WBC super bantamweight champion. Meanwhile, Savannah Marshall experienced disappointment by losing a close split decision to Shadasia Green for the IBF and WBO super middleweight titles. Despite the disappointments, the event showcased significant moments in women’s boxing, adding to its rich history and contributing to the ongoing evolution of female athletes in the sport. The overall success of the event has invigorated discussion about the future of women’s boxing, promising more developments as female fighters continue to break barriers and challenge norms in an industry traditionally dominated by their male counterparts.