When you think of legends in combat sports, a few names rise to the top, but very few can match the explosive impact and legacy Amanda Serrano is building. She's not just breaking records; she's redefining what's possible in boxing.
From humble beginnings in Brooklyn to the bright lights of Madison Square Garden, Serrano's journey is as fierce and fearless as her punches. With titles in seven weight classes, a Guinness World Record under her belt, and a lifetime contract with Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions, she's a movement.
© Getty ImagesLet's dive into why Amanda Serrano is the most decorated and dangerous woman in boxing you need to know about.
Brooklyn Roots, Puerto Rican Pride
Born on October 9, 1988, in Carolina, Puerto Rico, Amanda Serrano moved to Brooklyn as a child. She grew up in a tight-knit Puerto Rican community where salsa music and traditional food ruled. Her story starts not in a ring but in a swimming pool. She was an athletic kid who loved the water more than the gloves.
But everything changed when her older sister, Cindy, started training in boxing. Amanda tagged along to her gym in Queens, and slowly, the spark was lit. At just 17, Serrano graduated from Bushwick High School and committed to boxing to bond with her sister and buy the little things she wanted.
© Getty Images for Netflix © 2024That small gym in Queens became her launchpad to greatness.
Boxing Royalty: A Record Like No Other
Amanda Serrano's professional boxing résumé is nothing short of jaw-dropping:
- Unified Featherweight Champion – WBO (since 2019), IBO (since 2021), WBA (since 2023)
- Former IBF Champion (2022–2024)
- Only female and Puerto Rican fighter to win world titles in more than four weight classes
- Guinness World Record holder for most boxing world championships won in different weight classes—nine across seven divisions.
- She's been named WBO Female Boxer of the Year twice and was awarded the first-ever "Super World Championship" for a woman. When people say Amanda Serrano is one of the greatest of all time, they're not exaggerating.
Serrano vs. Taylor: The Rivalry That's Changing Boxing
Serrano's trilogy with Irish superstar Katie Taylor is the stuff of legends. Their first clash in April 2022 made history as the first women's fight to headline Madison Square Garden, dubbed the "biggest women's fight of all time." It was an absolute war; Taylor won by a razor-thin split decision, and Sports Illustrated crowned the fight Fight of the Year.
Their rematch was set for 2023, but Serrano pulled out due to injury. When they finally met again in November 2024, Taylor edged her out in front of 50 million Netflix viewers.
© GC ImagesNow, all eyes are on Taylor vs. Serrano III, which will take place on July 11, 2025. This groundbreaking all-women's fight card will headline Madison Square Garden and be streamed exclusively on Netflix.
Lifetime Deal with MVP: Bigger Than Boxing
In March 2025, Serrano signed a lifetime contract with Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions, not just as a fighter, but as the future of women's boxing. She's set to take on a leadership role after retirement, acting as chairwoman to guide and promote female talent.
This move marks a massive shift. Not only is Serrano fighting for titles, but she's shaping the future of the sport itself.
© Sportsfile via Getty ImagesAmanda Serrano Is Just Getting Started
Amanda Serrano's story is already legendary, from a shy girl in Brooklyn to a global icon with nine world titles. But her mission is still in motion.
She's not just punching through opponents; she's smashing through glass ceilings, building opportunities for women in combat sports, and inspiring a whole new generation of fighters. And with Serrano vs. Taylor III on the horizon, you can bet that Amanda Serrano isn't done writing history; she's just warming up.
