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, and has since been engaged in a war of words with the American boxer. Baumgardner is set to defend her IBF, WBO, and WBA super-featherweight titles against Bo Mi Re Shin in New York, and Dubois is hoping she emerges victorious.
However, Dubois also thinks that Baumgardner will struggle against Shin, citing her own experience of having already beaten one of Baumgardner's upcoming opponents. The Londoner is increasing the pressure on Baumgardner to agree to a high-profile bout, suggesting that her American rival is hesitant to face her.
Dubois is confident in her abilities and is not afraid to speak her mind, stating that she plays the role of a confident fighter rather than a villain. If a fight with Baumgardner cannot be arranged, Dubois has other options, including a potential bout against Elif Nur Turhan, the current IBF champion at 135lbs.
Dubois considers Turhan a dangerous but not particularly skilled opponent, and is eager to continue her progression and create a lasting legacy in the sport.