Alycia Baumgardner has made it clear that she is eager to line up bouts with some of the most prominent names in women’s boxing. The current unified super‑featherweight champion has identified three elite opponents—Katie Taylor, Amanda Serrano and Mikaela Mayer—as her top priorities, and she has publicly stated that she wants to face each of them in the near future. "Those are all three great fights. Let's get them all," Baumgardner said in a recent interview, underscoring her ambition to test herself against the very best in the sport.
For the American fighter, these match‑ups rank higher than a potential clash with Britain’s unified lightweight champion Caroline Dubois. "I am chasing the biggest fights. Dubois is not ready. Is she hungry?
Absolutely. Am I ducking smoke? No. I am aligned with the biggest fights possible, and that fight will happen when it happens," Baumgardner explained, making it evident that she prefers to wait for an opponent who can truly match her level rather than settle for a less compelling contest.
Baumgardner’s next fight on her schedule is a title defence of her WBA, WBO and IBF super‑featherweight belts against South Korean challenger Bo Mi Re Shin. The bout will take place at the Madison Square Garden Theater in New York and will be broadcast live on Sky Sports beginning at 3 a.m. on Saturday morning. Baumgardner is confident that she can out‑class Shin, describing the Korean athlete as a "warrior" but insisting that she herself is "hungrier, meaner and just sharper." She added, "I know that I can do three‑minute rounds, so now I want to bring in the other parts of me that I know that I can bring out.
And that's just the meaner side, the more aggressive side, the hungrier side, the go‑get‑it side. That's what I'm aiming for for fight night." Shin, for her part, has made no secret of her intentions to upset Baumgardner’s plans.
"Alycia was my goal. She has always been, but now it's time to take her belts for me," Shin declared, emphasizing her respect for Baumgardner’s skill while also asserting that she possesses greater perseverance. "I have a great respect for Baumgardner.
She has a great style of boxing. She's a strong fighter, but I believe I have more perseverance, and I will show you." The upcoming showdown in New York will serve as a crucial test for Baumgardner as she seeks to solidify her dominance in the division and keep the momentum rolling toward her larger objectives. A successful defence would not only preserve her triple‑title status but also enhance her bargaining power when negotiating future high‑profile fights with Taylor, Serrano or Mayer. Those three fighters each bring a distinct set of credentials: Taylor, an Olympic gold‑medalist and long‑time world champion, is widely regarded as one of the sport’s most technically proficient athletes; Serrano, a multi‑division champion, is celebrated for her relentless pressure and power; and Mayer, a rising star with a strong amateur pedigree, offers a blend of speed and aggression that could produce an exciting clash.
Baumgardner’s willingness to pursue these marquee match‑ups reflects a broader trend in women’s boxing, where top fighters are increasingly seeking to cross weight classes and create super‑fights that attract mainstream attention. By targeting opponents from different divisions, Baumgardner not only expands her own legacy but also helps raise the profile of the sport as a whole.
Her statements about not "ducking smoke" suggest a confidence that she can handle the varied styles and physical attributes of each potential opponent, whether it be Taylor’s slick footwork, Serrano’s power punching or Mayer’s explosive combinations. In addition to the competitive aspects, there are financial and promotional considerations at play. High‑visibility bouts against well‑known names typically generate larger purses, greater sponsorship opportunities, and broader media coverage. For Baumgardner, securing any of these fights would likely translate into significant career earnings and increased brand value.
Moreover, a victory over any of these elite fighters would cement her status as a generational talent and could open doors to unification fights beyond the super‑featherweight limit, potentially even moving up to lightweight or featherweight divisions where other champions reside. While Baumgardner is focused on her immediate title defence, she remains mindful of the long‑term roadmap she has outlined. She acknowledges that timing is critical; she does not want to rush into a fight before she feels fully prepared, yet she also refuses to wait indefinitely.
"That fight will happen when it happens," she said, indicating that she is willing to bide her time while staying in peak condition. Fans and analysts alike are watching closely to see how the Shin bout unfolds.
If Baumgardner can demonstrate the "meaner" and "more aggressive" side she has promised, she will likely increase her leverage in future negotiations. Conversely, a loss could set back her plans and perhaps shift the focus toward other opponents, including Dubois, who remains a viable challenger once she is deemed ready. The event will be available on Sky Sports Action and Main Event, and viewers are encouraged to use a Chrome browser for optimal video playback.
For those interested in following Baumgardner’s journey more closely, the Toe2Toe podcast offers weekly insights into her training, strategy and upcoming fight negotiations. Additionally, streaming platforms such as NOW provide contract‑free access to boxing events for fans seeking a flexible viewing experience. In summary, Alycia Baumgardner is positioning herself as a relentless contender who is not only defending her current titles but also actively seeking the most challenging and high‑profile opponents in women’s boxing.
Her upcoming battle with Bo Mi Re Shin is the first step on a path that could lead to dream match‑ups with Katie Taylor, Amanda Serrano or Mikaela Mayer—fights that would undoubtedly capture the imagination of boxing enthusiasts worldwide.