Baumgardner Successfully Defends Unified Titles, Sets Sights on Taylor and Serrano
Alycia Baumgardner successfully defended her unified junior lightweight titles with a unanimous decision victory over Bo Mi Re Shin. Despite being the clear favourite, Baumgardner faced a tough challenge from Shin, particularly in rounds six and seven. However, she ultimately emerged victorious, winning the fight 98-92, 98-92, 99-91. Baumgardner is now looking to face Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano in her next bouts, dismissing Caroline Dubois as a potential opponent. In other news, Lani Daniels pulled off a major upset, defeating Shadasia Green via knockout in the ninth round to become the new IBF, WBO, and Ring super middleweight champion.