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In a battle destined for the history books, Katie Taylor claimed a narrow and controversial victory over Amanda Serrano in their highly anticipated rematch during Netflix’s co-main event. This decision extended Taylor’s record to 2-0 against Serrano, though it immediately fueled demands for a trilogy to settle the growing rivalry.
The fight was nothing short of spectacular, with both fighters delivering a relentless exchange of punches. Despite Taylor being docked a point for repeated headbutts, all three judges scored the fight 95-94 in her favor.
“I definitely didn’t agree with the point deduction,” Taylor commented post-fight. “I definitely wasn’t fighting dirty.”
The action was intense from the opening bell. Serrano, eager to avenge her previous loss, came out aggressively, establishing a strong jab while stepping boldly into close-range exchanges. Her left hook in the first round staggered Taylor, forcing the Irish fighter to clinch until the bell.
As the rounds progressed, Taylor leaned on her superior hand speed and footwork to avoid Serrano’s crushing power shots. However, Serrano kept pressing forward, showcasing her resilience even after suffering a deep cut over her right eye due to an accidental headbutt. The referee momentarily stopped the fight in the eighth round to deduct a point from Taylor for repeated fouls, which Serrano claimed were deliberate.
“I think 100 percent [it was on purpose] because she does it every fight,” Serrano said.
The final moments of the bout saw both fighters emptying their tanks, trading heavy blows to the crowd’s thunderous applause. Despite the heated exchanges and controversial moments, Taylor ultimately secured another hard-fought victory, though Serrano’s camp was left questioning the result.
With two electrifying encounters in the books, the boxing world is clamoring for a trilogy that promises to deliver another unforgettable chapter in this fierce rivalry.
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