Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2: Full Fight Recap and Highlights
The highly anticipated rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano took place on November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, as part of the co-main event for the Paul vs. Tyson card. The action-packed bout aired live on Netflix and showcased why both fighters are among the best in women’s boxing.
Round-by-Round Breakdown:
Round 1:
The opening round saw both fighters testing the waters, keeping their distance and measuring range. Taylor landed a sharp counter right, while Serrano responded with powerful jabs and a hard left that momentarily stunned Taylor. Serrano’s aggression gave her the edge.
Score: 10-9 Serrano
Round 2:
Serrano targeted Taylor’s body, but Taylor countered effectively with quick combinations, landing clean shots. The pace increased as both fighters exchanged punches, heating up the action. Taylor’s precision earned her the round.
Score: 10-9 Taylor (Overall: 19-19)
Round 3:
Taylor began strong, landing straight punches and showing great head movement to avoid Serrano’s heavy swings. Serrano remained relentless, connecting to the body, but Taylor’s controlled offense and combos edged her ahead.
Score: 10-9 Taylor (Overall: 29-28 Taylor)
Round 4:
Serrano pressed forward, delivering body shots and forcing Taylor to clinch. Both fighters landed significant blows, with Serrano focusing on power punches and Taylor countering effectively. A headbutt caused a cut on Serrano’s eye, but she fought on.
Score: 10-9 Serrano (Overall: 38-38)
Round 5:
Serrano dominated early with body work and hard lefts. Taylor responded with counters but relied heavily on clinching to disrupt Serrano’s momentum. The referee warned Taylor about excessive holding. Serrano’s consistent pressure gave her the round.
Score: 10-9 Serrano (Overall: 48-47 Serrano)
Round 6:
Serrano’s power began to show, landing heavy shots that reopened her cut. Taylor fought back with flurries, but Serrano’s aggression kept her ahead. The referee paused the fight to check Serrano’s cut, but she continued undeterred.
Score: 10-9 Serrano (Overall: 58-56 Serrano)
Round 7:
Both fighters traded punches at a frantic pace. Serrano worked the body while Taylor countered with clean shots. In a thrilling exchange, Taylor edged ahead with her precision and volume.
Score: 10-9 Taylor (Overall: 67-66 Serrano)
Round 8:
Serrano applied relentless pressure, while Taylor responded with combinations. A point deduction for Taylor due to repeated clinching and headbutts swung the round heavily in Serrano’s favor.
Score: 10-8 Serrano (Overall: 77-74 Serrano)
Round 9:
Both fighters abandoned defense, trading heavy punches in close quarters. Serrano’s face showed the effects of the war, but Taylor’s furious output gave her the round.
Score: 10-9 Taylor (Overall: 86-84 Serrano)
Round 10:
In the final round, Serrano pressed forward, but Taylor matched her intensity with flurries of punches. Serrano’s power seemed to edge the exchanges, but Taylor’s late rally made it a dramatic finish.
Score: 10-9 Serrano (Overall: 96-93 Serrano)
Final Thoughts:
The rematch lived up to its billing, with both fighters showcasing grit, skill, and heart in an electrifying bout. While Serrano appeared to have the edge in the later rounds, Taylor’s resilience and technical ability kept her in the fight until the end.
This epic battle cements the rivalry between two of the greatest in women’s boxing, leaving fans eagerly anticipating what’s next for both warriors.
