Amanda Serrano, born on October 9, 1988, in Carolina, Puerto Rico, is a highly accomplished professional boxer and mixed martial artist known for her dominance across multiple weight classes. Raised in Brooklyn, New York, she began boxing inspired by her older sister and quickly rose through the amateur ranks, winning the New York Golden Gloves championship in 2008. Serrano turned professional in 2009, rapidly establishing herself as a formidable fighter with an aggressive style and significant knockout power[1][2].
Throughout her career, Serrano has won world titles in seven different weight classes, a record unmatched by any other female boxer and a feat that places her among the greatest in the sport. She holds multiple major titles including the unified featherweight championships (WBO, IBO, and WBA) and has held titles such as the WBC-NABF featherweight and WBO junior featherweight belts. Serrano also earned a Guinness World Record for the most world championships won in different weight divisions, with nine titles across seven categories[2][4].
Her professional record stands at 47 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draw, with a knockout rate near 60%, highlighting her effectiveness as a power puncher. Serrano has been recognized with multiple awards including two WBO Female Boxer of the Year honors and the first-ever women's "Super World Championship." She is known for her resilience, technical skill, and ability to compete and succeed at the highest levels consistently. In 2023, she vacated the WBC title due to disagreements over fight round lengths but continues to defend her other featherweight titles actively, maintaining her status as a top contender and champion as of 2025[1][2][4][5].
Amanda Serrano’s career is a testament to her dedication and skill, and she remains a prominent figure in women's boxing, inspiring many with her historic achievements and ongoing competition at the elite level.