Amanda Serrano plans to conclude her boxing career as a "game-changer" when she steps into the ring for her farewell fight in San Juan on January 9. The seven-division world champion from Puerto Rico will defend her unified WBO and WBA featherweight titles against Australia's Skye Falzon in an event promoted as "The Last Walk."
Serrano, who holds a professional record of 50 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draw, with 32 knockouts, stated her intention to retire after this bout. "I want people to remember me as a game-changer," Serrano said during a press conference. "I gave it my all in the ring. Every time I fought, every time I trained, I just left everything in the ring, and I hope that you guys see that."
The 38-year-old fighter is also pursuing the women's knockout record, currently shared with Christy Martin. While acknowledging the record as a potential "cherry on top," Serrano emphasized her desire to savor her final performance. She has ensured the fight will feature 12 three-minute rounds, mirroring men's championship rules, to allow her to "enjoy every second" of her last contest.
Falzon, 38, who has a record of 12 wins and 2 losses with seven knockouts, expressed her excitement about the opportunity, calling it a "dream come true." She stated, "I'm not here just to take part in Amanda's history, I'm here to try to write my own. I wouldn't be a fighter if I didn't believe I could win." Serrano welcomed Falzon's confidence, asserting that she prefers facing opponents who are determined to win.
Serrano holds a significant place in boxing history as the first and only Puerto Rican world champion, male or female, to achieve undisputed status. In 2022, she and Katie Taylor made history by headlining at Madison Square Garden, the first all-female main event at the venue. She also participated in the first women's unified world championship contested over 12 three-minute rounds in 2023, defeating Danila Ramos.
Born in Carolina, Puerto Rico, Serrano explained that her decision to retire stems from a natural progression of time and a long-held desire to have her final fight on the island. "You guys [have] been with me from the very beginning, supporting me, loving me, and I've been fighting for you guys," she said. "I bring my flag with me, it's in my heart. I'm always with you, and I fight for you. I just want you guys to celebrate my long journey, and it's going to be a great night."