Historic Night for Women’s Boxing: Taylor Retains Title in Sold-Out Arena

NEW YORK: Katie Taylor of Ireland successfully defended her undisputed super lightweight championship title against Amanda Serrano in a landmark all-women’s boxing event held at Madison Square Garden on Friday.

The judges’ scorecards revealed two scores of 97-93 in favor of Taylor, the reigning light-welterweight champion, while the third judge scored the contest a 95-95 draw.

The match set a new benchmark for women’s boxing, filling the iconic venue to capacity. In a closely contested battle, Taylor managed to overcome Serrano, preserving her unblemished record.

Taylor acknowledged her opponent’s skill after the bout, recognizing her as a formidable competitor and emphasizing their collective impact on the sport.

Statements from Taylor

“What an amazing fighter. We’re history makers forever,” Taylor remarked.

She conveyed her appreciation for the overwhelming support she received during the contest and lauded Serrano’s resilience in the ring.

“I needed a lot of help down the home stretch today. I just have a ton of respect for Amanda. She’s a warrior,” Taylor stated.

Taylor, a 39-year-old Olympic gold medalist, approached the ring with composure, savoring the moment amidst speculation about her potential retirement from professional boxing.

This event marked the third encounter between the two accomplished boxers. Their initial showdown at Madison Square Garden three years prior was promoted as the most significant women’s boxing match in history, as it was the first instance of women headlining an event at that prestigious venue.

Taylor had also emerged victorious in their previous two clashes, including a contentious match last November where she incurred a point deduction for head clashes.