Shields: Dubois Packs Devastating Punches

According to Claressa Shields, Caroline Dubois has the potential to emulate her achievements and become a world champion across multiple weight classes. Shields, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and current undisputed heavyweight champion, has also held titles in the super-welter, middle, and super-middleweight divisions. Despite being six years older and having significantly more professional experience than Dubois, Shields identifies with the young British boxer. "I'm incredibly proud of Caroline; I'm her biggest fan," Shields said in an interview with Sky Sports. "I see a lot of myself in her, and I'm thrilled that she's getting the opportunity to compete in high-profile fights." Dubois is set to face Terri Harper in a WBC and WBO lightweight world title unification match on April 5, which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. Shields expressed her admiration for Dubois, stating, "I want to be there in person to see her become a multi-time world champion." Shields believes Dubois has the talent and potential to achieve greatness, saying, "She has all the tools she needs; all she has to do is keep facing the best opponents, continue to grow, and never become complacent." Shields thinks she can be a great role model for Dubois and appreciates the younger boxer's ambition and dedication to the sport. "I think I can be a great inspiration for her, and I love her attitude and aspirations. She recognizes her own potential, respects the sport, and is always looking to improve," Shields said. Shields predicts that Dubois will emerge victorious from her upcoming fight and go on to win titles in multiple weight classes. "If anyone can defeat Alycia Baumgardner, it's Caroline Dubois. She's a force to be reckoned with," Shields said. Shields envisions Dubois progressing through the divisions, saying, "Being an undisputed champion is challenging, but I believe she can do it. I also think she can become a multi-weight world champion." Shields added, "I definitely see that in her future. She's tall, lean, and powerful, which are qualities that can be effective across multiple weight classes. She can deliver devastating punches; I haven't yet reached the level of composure to do that!"