Tellez and Serrano square off in MVP showdown in San Juan, Puerto Rico on January 3
Undefeated women’s featherweight (126 pounds/57 kilograms) boxing contender Reina Tellez (13-0-1, 5 KOs) is set to take on the challenge of a lifetime as she steps in as a late replacement to face one of the best in women’s boxing — seven-division world champion Amanda Serrano (47-4-1, 31 KOs) on January 3.
The 10-round world title bout will take place Coliseo Roberto Clemente in San Juan, Puerto Rico, with Serrano’s WBA and WBO titles on the line.
The fight marks Tellez’s first shot at a world championship and will be broadcast live worldwide on DAZN as part of a Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) fight card.
Tellez of San Antonio, Texas has embraced the challenge and is ready to make a statement. Speaking on the magnitude of the moment, Tellez shared her deep appreciation and determination.
“Getting this call was surreal,” said Tellez. “Amanda Serrano is one of the most respected and accomplished fighters in the world, and I have nothing but admiration for what she’s done for women’s boxing. But I didn’t hesitate for a second. These are the kinds of moments you dream of, and when they come, you don’t back down. You rise to the occasion, and that is what I’m going to do.
“I’m treating this like the biggest fight of my life, because it is,” continued Tellez on maximizing the opportunity and preparing for the fight. “My team and I are working around the clock to make sure I step into that ring in the best shape I’ve ever been in. I might be the underdog on paper, but I’ve been preparing for an opportunity like this my whole career. I’m not here to fill a spot. I’m here to win.”
For Tellez, the significance of fighting for a world title goes beyond belts.
“This fight is bigger than me,” said Tellez. “It’s about representing every young girl who’s ever been told she couldn’t make it in a sport like this. To fight for a world title against someone like Serrano is something I’ve worked for every single day. I’m going into that ring with pride, purpose, and a belief that I belong on this stage.”
Amaury Piedra, President of Boxlab Promotions, believes Reina Tellez is ready to seize her moment and emerge as a new face in women’s boxing.
“Reina has always shown the qualities of a future star, discipline, grit, humility, and heart,” said Piedra. “She’s undefeated for a reason, and now she has the chance to show the world just how talented she is. If she beats Serrano, it won’t be an upset to us. It will be the arrival of the next big name in women’s boxing.”
