Undisputed featherweight boxing titleholder
Amanda
Serrano is the
Professional Fighters League
’s latest
high-profile acquisition.
On Wednesday, the PFL announced they added Serrano (2-0-1, 0-0 PFL)
to the PPV Super Fight Division. The promotion hasn’t announced an
opponent or a date for Serrano’s promotional debut. Serrano, a
historic figure from Puerto Rico, holds an impressive 44-2-1 record
in boxing, with 30 knockouts. Serrano is set to compete this
weekend as she attempts to defend her titles against
Heather
Hardy on Aug. 5.
"I joined the PFL PPV Super Fight Division because of their
revolutionary format that empowers fighters like never before. The
PFL's commitment to promoting high-profile, pay-per-view events
with some of the biggest MMA stars in the world showcases an
incredible opportunity to elevate my career to new heights and
prove my ability beyond just the ring. I may be known for boxing,
but I’ve always loved and trained in MMA and Jiu-Jitsu, knowing
those skills would only add to my ability when going against any
opponent,” said
Amanda
Serrano. “The league's commitment to gender equality, providing
equal opportunities and recognition of female fighters, is also a
driving force behind my decision. I can't wait to step back into
the cage and deliver thrilling performances and unforgettable
moments for fans around the world."
Serrano’s signing with the PFL is highly anticipated due to her
previous mixed martial arts success. After her MMA debut ended with
a draw, Serrano scored back-to-back first-round submission
victories. Her latest MMA assignment dates to June 2021, when she
submitted
Valentina
Garcia via guillotine choke at iKon Fighting Federation 7.
“I’m thrilled to announce undisputed world boxing champion
Amanda
Serrano as the next global superstar to join the PFL PPV Super
Fight Division,” said PFL CEO Peter Murray. “Our fighter-first
culture has attracted the world’s top athletes and we’re looking
forward to seeing Amanda take on the sport of MMA with the
PFL.”
Serrano is just the latest name to join the PFL PPV Super Fight
Division, following the likes of former
Ultimate Fighting Championship heavyweight
kingpin
Francis
Ngannou,
Jake Paul and
Kayla
Harrison, among others.