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Champion Nina Meinke Targets Serrano Showdown After Eye Injury Delay

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Reigning IBF featherweight world champion Nina Meinke remains fixed on a major unification bout with Amanda Serrano, despite the Puerto Rican star's recent eye injury sidelining their planned March clash. Meinke successfully defended her title in March against Dyana Vargas and feels that fight promise still stands, especially now that both fighters hold multiple belts.

Meinke views the Serrano contest as the biggest match available in the division, seeking to unify the division after claiming the IBF title in late 2024. She is actively pressuring for negotiations to resume, believing the fans want to see the contest after the initial cancellation two years ago. She is prepared for a 12-round, three-minute engagement.

Before pursuing Serrano, Meinke will observe Ellie Scotney, who fights this Sunday; a potential move up in weight by Scotney could put her in Meinke’s path. Meinke expressed respect for Scotney's upcoming opponent, Caroline Dubois, predicting Dubois will win based on her perceived toughness over Terri Harper, whom Meinke admires for her attitude.

Meinke’s career goal of becoming a world champion has been achieved, making the pursuit of undisputed status the current objective. She confirmed that even with other options circulating, Serrano remains the primary target for her next major challenge.