Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, two of the best fighters in the world right now, will be facing each other on Saturday at Madison Square Garden, home of great fights, reinforced by its one hundred and forty years of history.
They`re the first women to headline a billboard in this mythical place. And Jake Paul plus promoter Eddie Hearn confirm that both boxers will earn at least a million dollars for this fight.
Irish superstar Taylor will step into the ring with all the lightweight belts and put them on the line for the sixth time, since winning the unforgettable bout against Belgian Delfine Persoon in June 2019. Taylor also has a win over Amanda Serrano’s sister Cindy in Boston in October 2018.
Pride of Puerto Rican Serrano has already made history by being the only female champion in seven different weight divisions, like legendary Manny Pacquiao. Amanda was named fighter of the year 2021 for DAZN, ESPN and the WBC.
This is how the emotions for this fight have been experienced more closely…
Katie Taylor
“This is a fight I’ve wanted for a long, long time and I’m excited for it to finally take place because these are the kind of fights I’m in the sport for. People have been talking about this fight for years and there have been times where I wondered if it was ever going to happen. So I’m so thankful to Eddie Hearn, everyone at Matchroom, DAZN and Madison Square Garden for getting it done.
“When I turned pro, my goal was to take part in big events. So to be a starter at Madison Square Garden in a fight of this magnitude is truly the pinnacle. It’s such an iconic venue and it’s been home to of a lot of the historic moments in boxing. I really think this will be another one.”
Amanda Serrano
“It’s a dream come true to have the opportunity to headline Madison Square Garden and do it against one of the greatest female boxers of all time in Katie Taylor!”
“Since I was a little girl, my only boyfriend has been boxing. I have dedicated my life to him, and this event makes that commitment worth every minute. On April 30, I am going to make history for myself, for my team, for my family, for Puerto Rico, for every Latina and Latino and for all women in the world.”
“Taylor vs. Serrano is a match for the history books. Yes, it’s the greatest women’s match of all time, but it’s also one of the greatest women’s matches of all time: the undisputed world and Olympic champion against the world champion of seven divisions”.
Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian
“We are honored to be a part of this historic event, spearheaded by two historically dominant women. Bringing attention to women’s boxing has been a priority for us and Saturday, April 30 is an important milestone not only for the sport, but for girls all over the world, who deserve the same opportunity,” said Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, co-founders of Most Valuable Promotions,
the company that supports Amanda Serrano.
“We look forward to a high-profile fight and we have the utmost respect and admiration for Katie Taylor. But make no mistake, we stand by Amanda Serrano’s and we know she will prove to the world that she is the best pound-for-pound boxer to ever step on the world stage.” ring. This is more than a fight… it’s forever.”
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