Boxing purists have referred to as out the choice to call an undisputed tremendous light-weight championship rematch contest because the co-main occasion to the upcoming exhibition between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. With a title on the road, pound-for-pound aces Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano will face off as soon as once more in a repeat of their earlier Fight of the Year contest in 2022.

With Taylor the present tremendous light-weight holder, she faces the last word check in opposition to her unified featherweight world champion opponent. The former defeated Serrano in one of the crucial acclaimed contests of the century to this point at Madison Square Garden practically two years in the past.

It was an evening to recollect for "KT" in New York City as she triumphed by way of cut up resolution in a bout that was later hailed by Sports Illustrated as the perfect of the yr. Likewise, Sports Business Journal named the conflict their Event of the Year, with a re-match having lengthy coveted by followers.

Now, fanatics have their want, with their subsequent assembly set to come back at AT&T Stadium in July because the co-main occasion. Taylor stated: "This is the rematch the world has wanted to see. The first fight in New York was obviously an epic occasion and it more than lived up to the billing, and I'm sure the rematch will be no different."

Serrano was additionally in optimistic voice: "I promised my followers they might see this rematch after we made historical past at MSG and it looks like a dream come true to know that Katie and I are lastly making it occur on the most important stage doable to indicate the world what elite ladies's boxing is all about.

"While my focus continues to be on giving ladies the selection to combat with the identical guidelines as males," she continued, as the Puerto Rican icon revealed her enthusiasm over the prospect of stepping back into the ring with her old adversary. "I've at all times stated that that is the one combat I'd return to 10x2 for."

The announcement proved controversial with some fans, however, as one observer called out the decision to name this super lightweight championship title fight as the co-main event. The disgruntled individual said on Twitter/X: "Co important occasion what an absolute joke that's, the disrespect in direction of them two is stunning."

Likewise, another irked fan added: "A respectable undisputed title is beneath a illegitimate exhibition on the cardboard. I perceive why nevertheless it’s nonetheless unusual an precise combat is under one thing that’s extra of a present than a combat," while one gave a more balanced take, adding: "I'm not an enormous fan of Jake Paul however his performed extra for girls's boxing than anybody larger reveals larger purses larger visibility.

Paul and his fellow Most Valuable Promotions co-founder Nakisa Bidarian spoke enthusiastically in regards to the reserving, saying: "When we introduced Paul vs. Tyson, we acknowledged that this may be the most-watched boxing occasion in trendy boxing historical past and we’re right here to ship on a card worthy of that greatness.

"Amanda Serrano and Katie Taylor have confirmed that they're two of the most important names within the sport, male or feminine and it’s solely becoming for them to be part of this large world occasion. Anyone who witnessed their first battle is aware of the unforgettable environment and efficiency Amanda and Katie carry once they step into the ring collectively, and that is positive to be a combat of the yr contender once more.

The pair added: "Bringing consideration to ladies’s boxing has at all times been a precedence for MVP and we're thrilled to provide the world’s most-anticipated ladies’s boxing combat ever a crowning second on Netflix. Thank you to Matchroom and DAZN for working with MVP and Netflix to make this historic combat come to fruition."

Likewise, upcoming opponent Tyson stated: "Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano are two of the best boxers in the world. I know they can both put on an incredible show, and I’m thrilled to have them join this card. These remarkable athletes will undoubtedly elevate the event with their global appeal and fan bases.

"Adding one of many best fights in ladies's boxing historical past to this unforgettable occasion is a real present to followers. Saturday, July 20 can’t get right here quickly sufficient."