Boxing icon and unified featherweight world champion Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano is set to return home when she faces undefeated contender Reina Tellez on Saturday, January 3, live from the Coliseo Roberto Clemente in San Juan and streaming worldwide on DAZN. The two fighters came face to face this week at Plaza del Quinto Centenario during the final press conference, officially launching fight week for one of the most culturally significant cards in recent boxing history.
The event, promoted by Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), features one of the deepest Puerto Rico–led lineups ever assembled, with 16 Boricua fighters scheduled to compete. Tickets for Serrano vs. Tellez are available now at prticket.com, as anticipation continues to build across the island and boxing world.
Amanda Serrano Returns Home as a Global Icon
Serrano (47-4-1, 31 KOs) enters the fight as one of the most accomplished fighters in boxing history and one of the sport’s most influential figures. Speaking at the press conference, Serrano reflected on what it means to fight again in Puerto Rico, recalling her previous appearance at the same plaza where she scored a stoppage victory early in her career.
She emphasized the emotional energy that comes with fighting in front of her people, noting that Puerto Rican fans bring a unique passion unmatched anywhere else. Serrano also highlighted her continued push for equality in boxing, particularly her advocacy for three-minute rounds for women and better pay opportunities across the sport.
Now partnered with MVP, Serrano continues to help open doors for the next generation of female fighters, using her platform to elevate women’s boxing on a global scale.
Reina Tellez Embraces the Moment on Boxing’s Biggest Stage
Across from her stands Reina Tellez (13-0-1, 5 KOs), who enters the bout undefeated and motivated by opportunity. Tellez spoke candidly about growing up watching Serrano and now sharing the ring with her on one of the sport’s biggest stages. She described the matchup as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and embraced the challenge without hesitation.
Tellez acknowledged the step up in competition but expressed confidence in her preparation and mindset. She emphasized that she has nothing to lose and everything to gain, approaching the fight as a defining moment in her young career.
A Stacked Card Highlighting Women’s Boxing and Puerto Rican Talent
The event also features an elite supporting cast led by Holly Holm, the former boxing and UFC champion, who returns under the MVP banner with the goal of capturing another world title. Holm spoke about her passion for competition and her excitement about competing under equal-round rules that continue to push women’s boxing forward.
Also featured on the card is Stephanie Han, the reigning WBA lightweight world champion, who enters the bout balancing her roles as a police officer, mother, and elite athlete. Han described the fight as the culmination of years of sacrifice and persistence.
The undercard showcases a deep roster of Puerto Rican talent, including Krystal Rosado, Yankiel Rivera, Jonathan Gonzalez, Jan Paul Rivera, Henry Lebron, Chris Echevarria, Elise Soto, Abner Figueroa, and Edwin Rodriguez. Their presence makes this event one of the most Puerto Rico–centric fight cards in recent memory and a celebration of the island’s boxing legacy.
A Night Bigger Than One Fight
Beyond the main event, Serrano vs. Tellez represents a larger movement within the sport. MVP continues to position women’s boxing on equal footing by providing visibility, investment, and global platforms. Serrano repeatedly emphasized that her mission extends beyond titles — she wants to leave behind a structure where women can thrive financially and professionally in boxing.
With global streaming on DAZN, a sold-out atmosphere expected in San Juan, and one of the deepest women-led cards ever assembled, January 3 is shaping up to be one of the most important nights in modern boxing.
