Katie Taylor defeated Amanda Serrano via majority decision in their highly anticipated boxing match at Madison Square Garden, with Taylor acknowledging the difficulty of facing Serrano and both fighters celebrating their historic rivalry.
MMA Fighting brings you live round-by-round updates for the highly anticipated Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 3 fight at Madison Square Garden in New York. It’s all going down on Friday night.
The main event kicks off around 11 p.m. ET on Netflix. Be sure to check out our Taylor vs. Serrano 3 results page for undercard details.
Katie Taylor (24-1) has snagged four wins in her last five bouts, including two victories over Serrano. The first was a split decision on April 30, 2022, and the second a unanimous decision on Nov. 15, 2024.
Amanda Serrano (47-3-1) has bounced back with five consecutive wins between her losses to Taylor.
The undisputed super lightweight title is on the line in this clash.
Catch our live blog for Taylor vs. Serrano 3 right here:
Walkouts: The arena is electric! The crowd’s energy is palpable during the national anthems and walkouts. What a scene!
Serrano enters first, and the place erupts. Natti Natasha sings her in, with the Knicks City Dancers in tow. They’re pulling out all the stops.
Taylor, the champion, follows. No frills—just her black and gold robe and entourage. It’s almost showtime.
The atmosphere is insane. This might be the loudest I’ve heard an arena in years. Let’s get ready for a wild night.
Round 1: Serrano in white and red, Taylor in black and gold. They meet in the center, testing the range with jabs. Cautious start, unlike their previous bouts. Lots of probing, no real punches landing. The crowd roars on.
MMA Fighting scores the round 10-10.
Round 2: Only three punches landed in the first round. Serrano comes out with urgency, taking space. Lands a left hand. Taylor fires back with a check hook. Serrano cutting the ring well, but Taylor counters with a right.
MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Serrano, 20-19 Serrano overall.
Round 3: Serrano takes center stage. Taylor’s movement is sharp. A slow burn. Taylor lands a combo as Serrano gets caught. Serrano tries to retaliate but misses.
MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Taylor, 29-29 overall.
Round 4: Serrano eases off, staying long. Taylor flurries when Serrano closes in. Serrano counters well, but Taylor lands a body shot. Another close round.
MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Taylor, 39-38 Taylor overall.
Round 5: Serrano leads, both jabbing. Taylor counters solidly. Serrano pressures but Taylor holds her ground. It’s anyone’s fight, and the commentary booth agrees.
MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Serrano, 48-48 overall.
Round 6: Stats are neck and neck. Taylor lands a sharp right, Serrano closes in but Taylor punches out. Serrano lands twice before the bell.
MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Serrano, 58-57 Serrano overall.
Round 7: Taylor has a cut under her eye. Serrano moves around, Taylor lands a good left. Taylor’s jab is snapping, pushing Serrano back.
MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Taylor, 67-67 overall.
Round 8: Circling in the center. Taylor lands a right after Serrano overextends. Serrano pressures, but Taylor counters. The crowd’s restless. Serrano’s pressure might sway the judges.
MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Serrano, 77-76 Serrano overall.
Round 9: It’s all on the line. Serrano jabs, Taylor counters. Taylor fights long, keeping Serrano at bay.
MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Taylor, 86-86 overall.
Round 10: Anyone’s fight. Serrano jabs early, but Taylor turns her well, landing straight shots. Taylor’s movement is on point, closing strong.
MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Taylor, 96-95 Taylor overall.
OFFICIAL DECISION: Katie Taylor def. Amanda Serrano via majority decision (97-93, 97-93, 95-95)
Post Fight: The crowd is deafening. The Irish fans are loud and proud. Taylor thanks everyone, including Serrano, for making history. Serrano hugs Taylor, admits trying a different strategy.
Serrano’s emotional, says her team thought she won. She thanks the crowd for supporting women’s boxing. Taylor, when asked about retirement, jokes about Serrano’s power, hinting she might not want another rematch.