Amanda Serrano vs. Erika Cruz Rematch
Amanda Serrano and Erika Cruz are gearing up for a highly anticipated rematch on January 3, 2026, at the Coliseo Roberto Clemente in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This bout, which has generated significant excitement within the boxing community, follows their intense clash in February 2023 that crowned Serrano as the undisputed featherweight champion. The event, promoted by Most Valuable Promotions, will be accessible to global audiences via DAZN and is set to feature the WBA and WBO featherweight titles on the line.
First Encounter Highlights
In their first encounter at Madison Square Garden, Serrano emerged victorious through a unanimous decision in what was heralded as one of the best women’s boxing matches of 2023. Both fighters threw a staggering total of 1,917 punches over the course of 10 three-minute rounds, solidifying the match as a front-runner for Fight of the Year. Serrano’s current record stands at 47 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draw, along with 31 knockouts, although she has faced challenges recently, suffering two consecutive defeats to renowned fighter Katie Taylor.
Erika Cruz’s Comeback
Cruz, with a professional record of 18 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw with 4 knockouts, will be looking to reclaim her status as a champion. She held the WBA featherweight title from 2021 until Serrano’s victory in 2023 and recently won the WBA super bantamweight championship, although she faced controversies related to a positive doping test before her bout in May 2024.
Rivalry and Legacy
The rivalry between Puerto Rico and Mexico in boxing is poised for another exciting chapter with this upcoming showdown, and both fighters aim to capitalize on their previous encounter to solidify their legacies in the sport.
