Baumgardner Successfully Defends Unified Junior Lightweight Titles

Alycia Baumgardner emerged victorious, defending her unified junior lightweight titles against Bo Mi Re Shin via unanimous decision. Baumgardner is now looking to face off against Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano. Despite being the clear favourite, Shin put up a strong fight, particularly in rounds six and seven. However, Baumgardner's skill and experience ultimately paid off, with the judges scoring the fight 98-92, 98-92, 99-91 in her favour. Following the match, Baumgardner expressed her confidence and desire to continue improving, stating 'I'm feeling comfortable, it's an adjustment every time, three minutes is a long time so I'm still learning and growing.' Baumgardner also made it clear that she is eager for a big fight, calling out Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, while dismissing Caroline Dubois, saying 'I'm a piranha, that's [Caroline Dubois] a guppy, get her out of here.' In other news, Lani Daniels pulled off a stunning upset, defeating Shadasia Green via knockout in the ninth round to become the new IBF, WBO, and Ring super middleweight champion. Green was taken to hospital for testing after being stretchered out of the ring due to injury.