Amanda Serrano marked her triumphant return to the featherweight division with a hard-fought unanimous decision victory over Reina Tellez, retaining her WBA and WBO titles in the process. The highly anticipated bout, which took place on January 4, 2026, at the Coliseo Roberto Clemente in San Juan, Puerto Rico, saw Serrano dominate with her signature high punch output and relentless pace.
Despite suffering a badly swollen right eye in the fifth round, courtesy of Tellez’s relentless pressure, Serrano drew upon her vast experience to adjust her strategy and respond with classy combinations. The Puerto Rican champion’s adaptability and resilience ultimately paid off, as she secured a wide victory with scores of 98-92, 97-93, and 97-93.
The victory marks Serrano’s successful defense of her unified titles and serves as a testament to her technical mastery and durability at 37. With this win, Serrano improves her record to 48-4-1, with 31 knockouts, and reaffirms her position as one of the top featherweight champions in the world.
The undercard of the event also saw notable action, with Stephanie Han defeating Holly Holm on points. As for Serrano, her focus will now shift to potential bigger clashes in the featherweight division, with her sights set on further unification pursuits.
With her hometown crowd cheering her on, Serrano proved once again why she is a force to be reckoned with in the world of boxing. Her victory over Tellez not only cemented her status as a champion but also demonstrated her ability to overcome adversity and push through challenges, making her an inspiration to fans and fellow boxers alike.
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