Taylor gunning for win in MSG rematch against Serrano as she faces Amanda Serrano for the third time in a world title showdown, determined to silence doubts and cement her place in boxing history. With Irish fans cheering her on in Madison Square Garden, Katie Taylor stood calm and confident during the weigh-in, raising her arms with quiet assurance despite a fiery build-up to this trilogy fight.
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Katie’s Calm Amid the Hype
As music filled the venue and excitement built, Taylor stayed composed, smiling for cameras while exuding the quiet confidence that has defined her career. Although the week was filled with tension and back-and-forth exchanges with Serrano’s camp over claims of past robbery in their previous fights, Taylor made it clear she’s focused on proving herself again in the ring.
Words Exchanged Before the Fight
Serrano insisted she didn’t feel like she lost in Texas and should have won in New York, but Taylor fired back, reminding everyone of the facts while defending her status as champion. “Opinions are opinions. But facts are facts,” she stated, underlining her readiness to back up her words with action in the ring.
A Fight for Legacy
The trilogy has captured the boxing world, with both fighters’ careers forever linked regardless of the outcome. But Taylor is determined to secure a third victory, seeing this fight as another chance to headline and elevate women’s boxing on a major stage. Speaking to RTÉ, she shared how much she values being part of an all-female headline event, describing it as a privilege and a testament to how far women’s boxing has come.
Challenges Ahead for Taylor
While Taylor enters the fight as the underdog in Serrano’s hometown and under her opponent’s promotion, many believe the outcome is too close to call. Fellow boxer Franchon Crew-Dezurn praised Taylor’s feisty spirit and consistent humility, while MVP promoter Nakisa Bidarian acknowledged Taylor’s vital role in bringing women’s boxing into the mainstream, highlighting her Olympic success and professional dedication.
A Champion’s Mindset
Taylor’s contribution to women’s boxing is undeniable, but for her, it’s about the fight itself and securing victory. She knows her legacy is already secured, but the competitor in her wants her hand raised again in Madison Square Garden. A win tonight would not just add to her accolades but could be her sweetest yet, proving once again why she is one of the sport’s greatest.
