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Taylor Retains Lightweight Title In Controversial Decision Against Serrano Ahead Of Tyson Vs Paul Bout

Defending champion Katie Taylor retained her undisputed women's junior welterweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Amanda Serrano in the co-main event ahead of the Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul showdown. The decision sparked controversy, as many believed the fight was much closer than the ruling indicated. Serrano had dominated the early rounds, stunning Taylor with a massive left hand in the first and continuing her momentum in the second. Despite Serrano's powerful start, Taylor rallied to secure the win over 10 intense rounds. A rematch has been ruled out, leaving fans divided on the outcome.

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Serrano vs Taylor Boxing: | Photo: AP/Julio Cortez

Katie Taylor, center, celebrates after defeating Amanda Serrano during their undisputed super lightweight title bout in Arlington, Texas.

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Serrano vs Taylor Boxing: Amanda Serrano, left, and Katie Taylor react after their bout | Photo: AP/Julio Cortez
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Amanda Serrano, left, and Katie Taylor react after their undisputed super lightweight title bout in Arlington, Texas.

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Serrano vs Taylor Boxing: Amanda Serrano hits Katie Taylor | Photo: AP/Julio Cortez
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Amanda Serrano hits Katie Taylor during their undisputed super lightweight title bout in Arlington, Texas.

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Serrano vs Taylor Boxing: Katie Taylor, left, lands a right to Amanda Serrano | Photo: AP/Julio Cortez
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Katie Taylor, left, lands a right to Amanda Serrano during their undisputed super lightweight title bout in Arlington, Texas.

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Serrano vs Taylor Boxing: Amanda Serrano hits Katie Taylor | Photo: AP/Julio Cortez
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Amanda Serrano hits Katie Taylor during their undisputed super lightweight title bout in Arlington, Texas.

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Serrano vs Taylor Boxing: Katie Taylor, right, hits Amanda Serrano | Photo: AP/Julio Cortez
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Katie Taylor, right, hits Amanda Serrano during their undisputed super lightweight title bout in Arlington, Texas.

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Serrano vs Taylor Boxing: Amanda Serrano, right, and Katie Taylor fight during their title bout | Photo: AP/Julio Cortez
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Amanda Serrano, right, and Katie Taylor fight during their undisputed super lightweight title bout in Arlington, Texas.

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