On April 30, Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano takes centre stage in the biggest fight in women’s boxing history. And we’re bringing you everything you need to know, including the UK Start time.
With the backing of Eddie Hearn and YouTube sensation Jake Paul, the monumental event has taken over New York this week. The two fighters have popped up everywhere, from The Today Show to The Empire State Building, which will light up in the Irish and Puerto Rican national colours during the bout.
After years of anticipation, fans can’t wait for these two gladiators to go toe-to-toe. Without a doubt, Taylor has cemented her legacy as the biggest star in female boxing. The Olympic gold medalist and two-weight world champion has long dazzled fans with her lightning hand speed and boxing IQ. But throughout her career, she’s lacked the dance partner to create an occasion of this magnitude. But now she has it.
Serrano has captured world titles in seven different divisions and has the power to put an end to the fight at any second.
Therefore, this battle is one that boxing aficionados can’t afford to miss. So we’ve got you covered on all the information you need to witness the occasion.
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Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano UK start time
The collision between two of the best in the game could’ve taken place anywhere in the world. But for a battle so iconic, the promoters needed a historic venue, hence the decision to book Madison Square Garden.
The New York arena is not only dripping in prestige, but it also allows the huge Irish and Puerto Rican contingents in the area to flock in and support their own.
However, with the fight taking place in the States, UK fans will have to set their alarms early to catch the main event.
But on the bright side, with the contest going down on the West Coast, they’ll get to witness the bout way earlier than they would have had it been arranged for Vegas. The two boxers will meet in the ring at 3 AM in the early hours of Sunday, May 1.
How to watch Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano
With sport moving into a new era, streaming networks are slowly beginning to purchase the rights to more and more events. After a storied tenure at Sky Sports, in which he created superstars like Anthony Joshua and sold out Wembley with Carl Froch vs George Groves, Eddie Hearn turned in a new direction.
In 2021, he signed a five-year deal with DAZN and this weekend, he will bring the network a guaranteed subscription booster.
How much does Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano cost?
Those wanting to watch the fight will have to sign up to DAZN. The English company have begun to take over the sporting landscape in Japan and Germany, and now offers a niche product in the UK. They are dedicated to providing strictly boxing content. And this weekend, they’ve got something worth tuning in for.
Fans can register for £7.99 a month.
Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano fight card
Although the bulk of the attention is on the main event, there are a plethora of other fights for fans to get their teeth stuck into.
But the one that’s really got boxing enthusiasts salivating is the battle between former world champions, Jessie Vargas and Liam Smith.
The pair have long wanted to settle their differences, and now they finally have the chance. However, fans aren’t entirely sure which way this one will go. While the American has the skills to pay the bills, his Liverpudlian rival possesses a significant size advantage, and after just beating Anthony Fowler in a Merseyside derby, the momentum is on his side.
The full fight card is as follows:
Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano
Jessie Vargas vs Liam Smith
Franchon Crews-Dezurn vs Elin Cederroos
Galal Yafai vs Miguel Cartagena
Austin Williams vs Chordale Booker
Reshat Mati vs Joe Eli Hernandez
Skye Nicolson vs Shanecqua Paisley Davis
Khalil Coe vs William Langston
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