Throughout the evening, Manzur (14-5, 7 KOs) maintained consistent forward pressure, staying within range to counter Serrano’s offensives. Undeterred by the champion’s formidable status or power, the Argentine challenger kept pressing forward, forcing Serrano to fight hard for almost every single frame.
It was a higher work rate, rather than outright dominance, that secured the win for the champion. Serrano threw 346 power shots, landing 142 of them, while Manzur connected on 118 of her 283 throws. Interestingly, the challenger was slightly more precise with her power punches, recording a 42 percent connection rate compared to Serrano’s 41 percent.
While that 24-punch disparity provided Serrano with a solid justification for her win, the actual contest was far closer than the identical 116-112 scorecards indicated. Thanks to her precise landing, Manzur claimed multiple rounds, making the even score of 114-114 highly justifiable.
Securing her 33rd career stoppage would have pushed Serrano ahead of Christy Martin’s historic mark. However, Manzur ensured that milestone did not dominate the narrative by staying resilient and engaging in exchanges right up to the final bell.
This matchup marked the first time a women’s unified world championship bout was set for twelve two-minute rounds. Although this setup brought historic significance, the headline fight will ultimately be remembered for Manzur’s stubborn resilience rather than Serrano reaching her landmark.
By securing her 50th career win, Serrano retained her world titles. Although Manzur departed the ring without the championship belts, her display proved that the bout was significantly more competitive than many had predicted.
