Taylor outpoints Serrano to cap classic trilogy on historic all-women’s card
by Bryan Armen Graham at Madison Square Garden from US news | The Guardian on (#6YKM2)
Katie Taylor wins majority decision to retain titles
MSG hosts historic all-women's card for trilogy bout
Katie Taylor outboxed Amanda Serrano over 10 tense, tactical rounds on Friday night to win a close but uncontroversial majority decision and retain her undisputed junior welterweight title, sealing a three-fight sweep in one of the most significant trilogies in women's boxing history.
Two ringside judges scored it 97-93 for Taylor while a third had it level at 95-95, a fair reflection of a contest that lacked the savage tempo and breathless intensity of their first two meetings but showcased Taylor's balletic footwork, precision and ring intelligence. (The Guardian had it 97-93 for Taylor.)
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