News: Eddie Hearn expressed his enthusiasm in a recent interview, discussing a highly anticipated title unification bout. This, however, wasn’t centered around Anthony Joshua or Lawrence Okolie but focused on the impending clash between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano in the 135-pound category scheduled for April. Hearn stated, “The contracts are getting finalized at the moment. We’re on the brink now.”
While women’s boxing has a long history, it has recently witnessed a surge in popularity and competitiveness. Notable fighters like Seniesa Estrada and Claressa Shields have made their mark in various weight classes, showcasing the strength of women’s boxing. Several significant matchups are already in the pipeline for 2022.
1. Katie Taylor
- Record: 20–0
- Last fight: UD win Firuza Sharipova
- Next fight: TBD
- At 35, Taylor’s rapid ascent in the professional boxing scene includes becoming the undisputed champion at 135-pounds in just 14 fights. Negotiations for a potential showdown with Amanda Serrano are gaining traction, marking what many consider the pinnacle of women’s boxing.
2. Claressa Shields
- Record: 11-0
- Last fight: UD win Marie Eve Dicaire
- Next fight: Ema Kozin
- Shields, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, has achieved undisputed status in two weight divisions and holds titles in a third. A middleweight clash with Savannah Marshall is on the horizon, promising an exciting matchup between two accomplished boxers.
3. Amanda Serrano
- Record: 42-1-1
- Last fight: UD win Miriam Gutierrez
- Next fight: TBD
- Serrano, a seven-division world champion, is known for her versatility across weight classes. With negotiations underway for a bout against Katie Taylor, she aims to solidify her status as one of the greatest female boxers.
4. Seniesa Estrada
- Record: 22-0
- Last fight: UD win Maria Micheo Santizo
- Next fight: TBD
- Estrada’s meteoric rise includes victories in multiple weight divisions and the fastest knockout in women’s boxing history. She aims to unify the 105-pound titles before pursuing a potential rematch with Marlen Esparza.
5. Jessica McCaskill
- Record: 11-2
- Last fight: TKO win Kandi Wyatt
- Next fight: TBD
- McCaskill’s triumph in 2020, capturing four 147-pound belts, positions her as a key player in women’s boxing. A potential matchup with the winner of Chantelle Cameron vs. Kali Reiss adds more excitement to her prospects.
6. Mikaela Mayer
- Record: 16-0
- Last fight: Maiva Hamadouche
- Next fight: TBD
- The 2016 U.S. Olympian, Mayer, eyes collecting all four belts in 2022, with a potential clash against Katie Taylor in the cards.
7. Delfine Persoon
- Record: 46-3
- Last fight: RTD win Beatriz Aguilar
- Next fight: TBD
- Persoon, known for her world-class status, remains a formidable presence in the 130 or 135-pound divisions.
8. Savannah Marshall
- Record: 11-0
- Last fight: TKO win Lolita Muzeya
- Next fight: TBD
- Marshall, with a victory over Claressa Shields in the amateur ranks, aims to add more titles before a highly anticipated matchup against Shields.
9. Christina Hammer
- Record: 27-1
- Last fight: TKO vs. Daniele Bastieri
- Next fight: TBD
- Hammer, a former unified middleweight champion, looks to make a comeback after aligning with Wasserman Boxing.
10. Alycia Baumgardner
- Record: 11-1
- Last fight: TKO win Terri Harper
- Next fight: TBD
- Baumgardner’s explosive knockout of Terri Harper has elevated her status, with potential matchups against Hyun Mi Choi and Mikaela Mayer for the undisputed super featherweight championship.
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