Baumgardner Successfully Defends Unified Titles, Sets Sights on Taylor and Serrano

Alycia Baumgardner emerged victorious, retaining her unified junior lightweight titles via a unanimous decision against Bo Mi Re Shin, and is already looking to take on Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano. The American fighter was the clear favorite going into the fight and took control from the opening bell. Although Shin put up a tough challenge in rounds six and seven, Baumgardner's superior skill and technique ultimately led to her victory, with scores of 98-92, 98-92, and 99-91. Baumgardner's win marked her 18th victory, with only one loss on her record, but her knockout drought continues. After the fight, Baumgardner expressed her desire to face Taylor and Serrano, while dismissing Caroline Dubois as a potential opponent. 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.