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Amanda Serrano Retires, Final Fight Set

Puerto Rican champion Amanda Serrano will end her career at home in San Juan on 9 January 2027 against Australia's Skye Falzon. The post Amanda Serrano Retires, Final Fight Set appeared first on The Rio Times .

Puerto Rican boxer Amanda Serrano, 38, announced her retirement on Wednesday, 28 October 2026. Her last fight is set for Saturday, 9 January 2027, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The bout will be streamed on the DAZN platform. Her promoter, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), confirmed the news on 28 October 2026. Serrano's farewell event, called The Last Walk, will take place at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot in San Juan.

She will defend her WBO and WBA world featherweight titles against Australian boxer Skye Falzon. Serrano has won 50 fights in her career, with 32 by knockout, tying the women's record. She has held seven world championships in seven different weight classes. Her decision to retire at home in front of her supporters is significant for both Puerto Rican and American sports fans.

The exact reasons for her retirement were not disclosed, but Serrano stated it was deeply meaningful to conclude her career at home. Tickets for the event go on sale on Tuesday, 3 November 2026.

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