Dubois Claims Baumgardner is Intimidated by Potential Fight

Caroline Dubois believes Alycia Baumgardner is intimidated by the prospect of facing her in the ring later this year. Dubois recently unified the WBC and WBO lightweight world championships by defeating Terri Harper. Baumgardner is set to defend her IBF, WBO, and WBA super-featherweight titles against Bo Mi Re Shin in New York. Dubois has expressed her desire to fight Baumgardner, but thinks her American opponent will struggle against Shin. 'She's fighting one of my past opponents, someone I've already beaten,' Dubois stated. 'I want her to win, as she's a big name who knows how to promote a fight, which is why people want to fight her.' However, Dubois also acknowledged that Shin will be a tough opponent for Baumgardner. The Londoner is increasing the pressure on Baumgardner to agree to a fight. 'She doesn't want to fight me,' Dubois said. 'Every time Alycia Baumgardner's name is mentioned, people bring up my name. They're calling for a fight between us, so I don't see why we shouldn't give the fans what they want. It's a great fight, but it's up to her promoter and whether she can find the courage to face me.' Dubois will continue to verbally challenge Baumgardner, stating that she's confident in her abilities and not afraid to speak her mind. If a fight with Baumgardner can't be made, Dubois has other options, including a potential match against Elif Nur Turhan, the current IBF champion at 135lbs. 'I don't think she's a skilled fighter, but she's dangerous, which makes the fight exciting,' Dubois said. 'I want to continue progressing and be involved in the biggest fights, creating a great legacy for myself.'