Amanda Serrano is gearing up for what could be the final historic milestone of her celebrated boxing career. The current unified featherweight champion will step into the ring against Argentina’s Lucrecia Manzur on August 21 in California, a bout that carries multiple layers of significance for the 37‑year‑old Puerto Rican fighter. Not only does this fight represent an opportunity to notch her 50th professional victory, but it also offers a chance to break the all‑time women’s boxing knockout record.
Serrano currently shares the knockout tally of 32 with Hall of Famer Christy Martin, and she has made it clear that surpassing that mark with a 33rd stoppage would be the ultimate capstone to her storied tenure in the sport. In a candid interview with Sky Sports, Serrano described the pursuit of the 33rd knockout as "definitely my last goal," emphasizing how setting incremental targets keeps her motivated each day. "These little goals are what get me up in the morning," she explained. "The last one – breaking the record, reaching my 50th win, and saying farewell – that’s it.
I feel I’ve already achieved everything I set out to do when I first laced up gloves." Her confidence is rooted in an unparalleled resume: she has captured world titles in seven weight divisions, a feat that places her among the most versatile and accomplished athletes in boxing history. The upcoming clash with Manzur carries additional intrigue because of its potential to become a viral moment on TikTok, a platform where both fighters have sizable followings. Serrano noted that the fight’s placement on the social‑media‑driven network adds a modern twist to the traditional boxing narrative. "This is a special fight for me, especially being on TikTok, where it can be a viral moment," she said.
"I guarantee the 50th win is coming, but we’re also working on the 33rd knockout." Manzur, a tough and aggressive contender from Argentina, is expected to bring a high‑tempo, pressure‑filled style that could test Serrano’s defensive instincts. Serrano acknowledged the challenge, noting that the new generation of female fighters often comes in with a different mindset – eager to carve out their own legacies.
"She’s a very tough fighter, a Latina like me, and she’ll try to come forward and beat my head off," Serrano remarked. "But she’s never faced someone with my experience. We’ve been training specifically for that knockout, and I believe it can happen." Beyond the immediate stakes, the fight may also signal the end of Serrano’s boxing chapter, though she hints that her involvement in combat sports could continue in other forms.
Serrano has already dipped her toes into mixed martial arts, compiling a respectable record of 2‑0‑1 with two submission victories. "I’m undefeated in MMA," she said. "I love knockouts, but I think I love submissions a lot more.
It’s a lot more fun to get a submission than a knockout." She left the door open for a possible return to the cage, provided the timing, opponent, and promotional platform align. "Who knows? With the right fight, the right timing, the right network, maybe I’ll throw some bows again," Serrano mused.
"There are a couple of good girls out there, but I don’t want to get ahead of myself. I haven’t fought MMA in a couple of years, but it would be an honour to go in there with the best and showcase my skills.
I’ve learned a lot over the years in MMA. I’m not perfect yet, but I have these hands with four‑ounce gloves." The broader context of Serrano’s career is worth noting. She is widely regarded as one of the most decorated women’s boxers of all time, a status that makes her a coveted opponent for rising stars seeking to boost their own profiles.
Her ability to compete at elite levels across multiple weight classes has set a benchmark for future generations. The upcoming fight, therefore, is not just a personal milestone but also a cultural moment that underscores the evolution of women’s boxing from a niche sport to a mainstream spectacle with global digital reach. If Serrano succeeds in both achieving her 50th win and securing that 33rd knockout, she will cement a legacy that few athletes, male or female, can match. The record would stand as a testament to her power, precision, and longevity, while the 50‑victory milestone would highlight her consistency and durability over a career that has spanned more than a decade.
Even if the fight ends without a knockout, the narrative of a champion striving for one final historic achievement will resonate with fans and inspire upcoming fighters. In the meantime, fans can tune in via the NOW streaming platform, which offers a contract‑free viewing experience, and stay updated through weekly podcasts like Toe2Toe that dissect the sport’s biggest stories.
The fight’s placement on a platform that emphasizes short‑form, shareable content ensures that any dramatic moments—whether a knockout or a hard‑fought decision—will quickly circulate across social media, amplifying Serrano’s already significant impact on the sport. Regardless of the outcome, Amanda Serrano’s pursuit of a record‑breaking knockout and a half‑century of wins encapsulates the spirit of a true champion: relentless, forward‑looking, and ever‑ready to push the boundaries of what is possible in combat sports. Her words—"I believe I have accomplished everything I wanted to when I decided to take on boxing"—serve as a powerful closing statement on a career that has already redefined the possibilities for women in the ring, while also hinting at new chapters yet to be written in the broader arena of mixed martial arts.