Amanda Serrano and Jake Paul
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Boxing sensation Amanda Serrano, renowned for her supremacy in the featherweight division, is set to make a stunning return to her secondary passion – mixed martial arts. The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced a monumental signing, welcoming the seven-division boxing champion to their esteemed Super Fight division.
While the exact date of Serrano’s first MMA bout with PFL is yet to be unveiled, fight enthusiasts can catch her in action this Saturday night as she defends her undisputed featherweight title against Heather Hardy on the undercard of the much-anticipated clash between Jake Paul and Nate Diaz.
With an impressive boxing record of 44-2-1, including an astonishing 30 knockouts, Serrano stands tall as the No. 3 pound-for-pound fighter in the world, according to ESPN, trailing only Claressa Shields and Katie Taylor.
Having expressed her desire to return to MMA before her eventual retirement, Serrano’s signing with PFL marks a crucial step towards fulfilling her ambition. In her previous MMA endeavors, the future Hall of Famer has already showcased her prowess, holding an impressive 2-0-1 record. Notably, her two MMA victories came via submission, displaying her versatility in the sport across the flyweight and strawweight divisions.
Additionally, Serrano boasts a flawless 5-0 record in no-gi submission grappling, with her last outing resulting in a unanimous-decision victory over Erin Finkeldey in New York City back in 2019.
In a statement released by PFL announcing her signing, Serrano expressed her passion for both MMA and Jiu-Jitsu, emphasizing how these skills augment her abilities when facing formidable opponents. Moreover, she lauded PFL’s commitment to gender equality and providing equal opportunities and recognition to female fighters, which served as a driving force behind her decision to join the promotion.
Serrano’s eagerness to deliver captivating performances and unforgettable moments inside the cage is evident, and she is eager to provide fans around the world with exhilarating displays of combat prowess.
The PFL’s Super Fight division is already stacked with prominent names, including Francis Ngannou, Kayla Harrison, and Serrano’s promoter, Jake Paul, making it an intriguing battleground for fierce competition.
As fight fans eagerly await her return to the MMA stage, Amanda Serrano’s remarkable journey continues, and she remains determined to etch her legacy in both the boxing and MMA realms. With her diverse skill set and unyielding determination, Serrano is undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with, and her presence in the PFL is sure to electrify the world of mixed martial arts.
Amanda Serrano has established an outstanding grappling record, securing victories in all five of her matches, with an impressive four of them coming via submissions. In her most recent bout, she displayed her grappling prowess, earning a well-deserved unanimous decision over Erin Finkeldey in the Grappling Industries – BlueBelt No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu competition in February 2019.
Notably, Serrano’s remarkable journey in grappling also saw her triumph over formidable opponents, including Rebecca King, Cristina Gardella, Lulu Zhong, and Danielle Riendeau, all through submission victories.
Her dominance in the -61 kg No-Gi division showcases her versatility and technical expertise on the ground, solidifying her position as a force to be reckoned with in the grappling arena.
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