Baumgardner Challenges Dubois to Prove Herself

Alycia Baumgardner believes Caroline Dubois must continue to establish herself as a champion before a potential fight between the two can take place. Baumgardner is set to defend her unified WBA, WBO, and IBF super-featherweight world titles against Bo Mi Re Shin. Following her recent victory over Terri Harper, Dubois expressed interest in facing Baumgardner, but the American insists Dubois needs to do more to justify a high-profile match. Baumgardner stated, 'Every fight is a potential fight, but Caroline needs to continue building her reputation as a champion.' Dubois's team believes she should focus on becoming undisputed at 135lbs before pursuing a fight with Baumgardner. Meanwhile, Baumgardner may have another opportunity to become the undisputed champion at super-featherweight, with WBC belt-holder Caroline Veyre expressing interest in a fight. The super-featherweight division is heating up, with various promoters and fighters vying for position. Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder of Most Valuable Promoters, aims to create a deeper roster of talent in women's boxing, with a focus on establishing the company as a reference brand for the sport.