Baumgardner Demands More from Dubois Before Agreeing to Fight

Alycia Baumgardner believes Caroline Dubois must further establish herself as a champion before she considers a potential bout against the unified lightweight world champion. Baumgardner is set to defend her unified WBA, WBO, and IBF super-featherweight world titles against Bo Mi Re Shin, airing live on Sky Sports. Following her victory over Terri Harper, Dubois called out Baumgardner for a high-profile matchup. However, Baumgardner remains unimpressed, stating that Dubois needs to continue building her reputation as a champion. Baumgardner expressed that she has already proven herself by becoming undisputed and that Dubois must put in similar work before a fight between them can be considered. Dubois may have other options, with her promoter suggesting she should focus on becoming close to undisputed in her division first. Meanwhile, Baumgardner could become the undisputed champion at super-featherweight again, with WBC belt-holder Caroline Veyre expressing interest in a potential fight.